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Commission approves contract with Sparrow/University of Michigan for medical examiner services
Summary
The board authorized a contract with University of Michigan/Sparrow Hospital for forensic pathology services and noted the contract carries a mandatory annual 6% increase that drew concern from at least one commissioner.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with University of Michigan–Sparrow Hospital to provide medical examiner and forensic pathology services.
The resolution was presented by county staff and, during discussion, Commissioner Smith asked the county's health partners to consider offering alternative services in the future to stimulate competition. Smith said his primary concern was not the initial contract amount but the mandatory 6% annual increase built into the agreement, noting the compounding fiscal effect over time.
The board moved, seconded and approved the contract by roll call vote.
No amendment to the contract terms was recorded at the meeting; commissioners indicated they would continue to monitor costs and potential alternatives as county hospital services evolve.
