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Traverse County reappoints David McClernon, names Michael Backer to Planning Commission

Traverse County Commission · February 17, 2026

Summary

The commission reappointed David McClernon to a three‑year Planning Commission term and appointed Michael Backer to another three‑year seat after Jim Krueger declined to continue; motions were unanimous in each case.

The Traverse County Commission reappointed David McClernon to a three‑year term on the Planning Commission. Commissioner Kayla Schmidt moved to reappoint McClernon and Commissioner Dwight Nelson seconded; the motion carried unanimously.

Commissioners also accepted Jim Krueger’s request to step down and appointed Michael Backer to a three‑year Planning Commission term. The appointment was made by motion of Commissioner Chad Metz, seconded by Commissioner Dwight Nelson, and the board voted unanimously to approve Backer’s appointment.

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