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Benzie County approves $365,000 purchase of Benzonia property for EMS operations
Summary
The Benzie County Board of Commissioners authorized purchase of 1020 Michigan Ave., Benzonia, for $365,000 to house EMS operations, using funds from the Benzie EMS Fund; the motion passed unanimously and is subject to due diligence and legal review.
The Benzie County Board of Commissioners voted Feb. 24 to authorize a purchase agreement for 1020 Michigan Avenue in Benzonia as a site for EMS operations. The motion, made by Commissioner Rhonda Nye and seconded by Commissioner Bob Roelofs, approved a purchase price of $365,000, subject to due diligence and review by legal counsel.
The action was presented with Tom King, EMS Director, available to answer commissioners’ questions. The board specified that funds for the purchase are available in the Benzie EMS Fund and authorized the chair to sign and complete necessary title paperwork if due diligence and legal review are satisfactory.
Why it matters: The county has been expanding EMS infrastructure; acquiring a fixed facility is intended to support local emergency response and to consolidate operations at a dedicated location.
The board approved the motion by roll call vote; all seven commissioners present voted aye. No amendments to the purchase price or conditions were recorded during the discussion. The purchase remains contingent on standard due diligence, title work and contract form by legal counsel.
Next steps: Administration was authorized to complete title paperwork and close the purchase if conditions are met. The board did not go into closed session regarding this property purchase.
