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Committee flags snow‑removal overages and ice buildup on county buildings

Kalkaska County Board of Commissioners Finance Committee · February 10, 2026
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Summary

County Administrator Patrick Whiteford told the Finance Committee that snow‑removal work exceeded budget because of extra services to manage snow banks and that ice buildup on the Dispatch/DHD roof and other buildings, plus heat concerns, require attention.

County Administrator and CFO Patrick Whiteford reported to the Finance Committee on Feb. 10 that recent winter work increased snow‑removal costs beyond the budgeted amount because of additional services needed to manage snow banks. The minutes state Whiteford "noted snow removal in excess of budget, additional services due to snow banks."

Whiteford also flagged building maintenance issues, saying there is concern about "ice build‑up on the Dispatch/DHD roof along with other buildings; some heat and ice concerns at various bldgs.," and asked staff to evaluate repairs and mitigation. The committee did not set a formal motion but recorded the concerns for follow‑up by facilities staff and administration.