The Bay County Board of County Commissioners convened on October 7, 2025, to discuss various agenda items, beginning with the approval of the meeting agenda. No additions or deletions were proposed by staff, and the agenda was unanimously approved following a motion and a second.

The meeting proceeded without any presentations, leading into the public comment segment. One resident, Dave Demeester, addressed the commissioners regarding emergency medical services (EMS) response times in his area, specifically referencing agenda item 16, which pertains to the final approval of fire stations. Demeester expressed gratitude for the commissioners' efforts over the past two years to improve response times and urged the board to approve the fire station project, emphasizing its importance for the community, particularly for the Northeast and West corners of the county.

Following Demeester's comments, the meeting moved on to the consent agenda, as the county manager began to outline the items for consideration.

Overall, the meeting highlighted community engagement and the ongoing efforts to enhance public safety services in Bay County. Further discussions and decisions regarding the consent agenda and other items were anticipated as the meeting continued.