Board sets application and interview timeline to fill commissioner vacancy

Feb 24, 2026

Ionia County commissioners agreed to accept applications through March 9, select candidates for interviews on March 10, and hold a special meeting March 17 for interviews, deliberation and appointment to fill a commissioner vacancy under MCL 46.412.

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The board discussed Michigan Compiled Laws (MCL) 46.412, which governs vacancies in the office of county commissioner, and agreed on a schedule to fill the vacant seat. The board will accept applications through March 9, select candidates for interviews on March 10, and hold a special meeting March 17 for interviews, deliberation and appointment. Commissioner Gordon Kelley moved to approve the proposed appointment process; the motion carried.

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