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Board retains short-term labor counsel as attorneys transition; vote 4–1

Hillsdale County Board of Commissioners · August 27, 2025
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Summary

Facing imminent union negotiations and a pending change in local labor-law staffing, commissioners voted to continue with attorneys associated with Keller Toma (who are transitioning) on an hourly basis through the end of the year to ensure continuity; the motion passed 4–1.

HILLSDALE, Mich. — With multiple union contracts scheduled for negotiation and the county’s current labor counsel undergoing organizational changes, the Hillsdale County Board of Commissioners voted to continue short-term labor representation with the attorneys currently handling the county’s matters.

County staff presented five resumes and discussed hourly rates and likely hours…

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