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Hillsdale County rescinds two prior resolutions tied to Lifeways bond plans after Lifeways withdraws request
Summary
Board votes to rescind earlier notice-of-intent and bond‑authorization language after Lifeways withdrew its request for financing; one rescission passed 3–2 and a companion notice rescission passed unanimously 5–0.
The Hillsdale County Board of Commissioners voted on two related resolutions to rescind prior board actions tied to a proposed limited‑tax general obligation bond for a Lifeways community mental health facility.
Resolution 26‑054 rescinded resolution 25‑095 (the prior notice of intent to issue limited tax general obligation bonds not to exceed $15,500,000). After an unsuccessful amendment attempt that would have tied its effective date to adoption of a companion resolution, the rescission passed on roll call (3–2). During debate commissioners urged reliance on bond counsel wording and discussed whether the rescission should be separately published in the newspaper; staff reported the minutes and the county website provide public notice.
The board then adopted Resolution 26‑055, rescinding the published notice of intent under the prior action. That motion passed unanimously (5–0). Staff and bond counsel had prepared the language used in the resolutions; the board directed county officers (the chair, treasurer, finance manager, or other appropriate officers) to take the steps necessary to terminate actions taken pursuant to the earlier resolutions.
Public comment preceding the votes included concerns about Lifeways meeting posting and general objections or support from community members. The rescissions come after Lifeways withdrew its request for financing assistance, as stated in the resolutions.
