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Board reviews reappointment of Genesee County medical examiner; cost and contract details discussed
Summary
Commissioners discussed reappointing Dr. Brian Hunter, Genesee County's chief medical examiner, under an interlocal partnership. Board members reviewed the arrangement, baseline autopsy cost practices, and next steps for formal approval at a regular meeting.
The board discussed the planned reappointment of Genesee County Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Brian Hunter and the existing interlocal partnership that provides medical examiner services to Roscommon County. Staff noted Dr. Hunter's curriculum vitae was provided for board review and said the county partners with Genesee for autopsy and forensic services under a long-standing arrangement.
Staff described pay arrangements: Roscommon County pays Genesee County for medical examiner services rather than paying the individual directly; a baseline autopsy cost referenced from 2019 was cited at about $1,230 per case, and investigators receive on-call compensation. Commissioners asked several questions about frequency and cost, and staff said that some specialized toxicology or forensic testing can increase the per-case cost. No final reappointment vote was recorded at this work session; staff indicated the item will be presented for approval at the next regular board meeting pending paperwork and statutory review.
Commissioners emphasized the need to ensure the contract aligns with statute and that prosecutor and sheriff concurrence is in place before formal action. The board discussed whether to move forward at this meeting or allow two weeks for staff to draft the formal reappointment paperwork; staff reported the state will accept a short delay if progression is shown.
