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Drain Commissioner flags increased workload from Elk Rapids Dam project; update set for Nov. 12

Kalkaska County Board of Commissioners · October 29, 2025
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Summary

The Drain Commissioner told the board that training costs and travel are included in the budget and that the Elk Rapids Dam project will increase workload; the board expects an update on the dam at its Nov. 12 meeting.

The Drain Commissioner reviewed the department budget, noting line items for training and mileage to respond to citizen calls and conferences. The commissioner said the Elk Rapids Dam project will increase staff workload and that the department’s budget and staffing expectations should reflect that added work.

An update on the Elk Rapids Dam was scheduled for the Nov. 12, 2025 meeting; County Administrator/CFO Patrick Whiteford said he will verify outstanding questions and revisit percentage allocations in the budget to reflect anticipated workload.