County Board approves seasonal camp manager position to enhance youth program offerings

The Eaton County Ways & Means Committee convened on April 11, 2025, to discuss several key initiatives aimed at enhancing county programs and ensuring compliance with new regulations. A significant focus of the meeting was the approval of a part-time position intended to expand programming capacity within the county's recreational services.

Committee members highlighted that the addition of a seasonal camp manager would enable the county to hire more seasonal staff, potentially doubling the number of offerings available to children during summer camps. This expansion is expected to increase revenue and accommodate more participants, addressing the high demand for these programs, which are priced competitively at $150 for five days of programming.

The committee also reviewed updates on the nonunion sick leave policy, ensuring compliance with the Earned Sick Leave Time Act. Employees are currently being asked to review and sign off on the updated policy to maintain accurate records.

In addition, the committee discussed the implementation of annual driver record and background checks for employees, particularly those in sensitive positions. This initiative aims to enhance safety and accountability within the county workforce. So far, over 40 checks have been conducted without any disqualifying findings.

Lastly, the committee addressed updates to the work-from-home policy, emphasizing that remote work is a privilege that requires adherence to specific guidelines. Employees are reminded that failure to comply with these policies could result in revocation of their work-from-home privileges.

The committee's decisions and discussions reflect a proactive approach to improving county services and ensuring regulatory compliance, with plans to present these initiatives to the full board for further approval.