Commission appoints David McClernon to Joint Planning Commission after split vote

Jul 1, 2025

After an initial 3–2 rejection of Kayla Schmidt's motion to appoint Philip Deal, the Board unanimously approved Commissioner Chad Metz's motion to appoint David McClernon to the Joint Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment.

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The Traverse County Commission on July 1 held a contested appointment for the open seat on the Joint Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment. Commissioner Kayla Schmidt moved to appoint Philip Deal; that motion failed 3–2 with Commissioners Mark Gail, Chad Metz and Chair Jerrel Olson opposed.

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