County update and resident safety concerns dominate public comment

Jun 15, 2026

Bay County Commissioner Vaughn Begick briefed the commission on county projects including a new aquatic facility expected in 2027 and relocations of county health offices; residents voiced safety concerns about e-scooters and e-bikes and asked for more traffic enforcement.

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Bay County Commissioner Vaughn Begick provided a county update during the June 15 meeting, reporting that the Bay County Health Department and Department of Health and Human Services offices have moved to a Wilder Road facility, progress continues on a new animal shelter near the fairgrounds, and a Bay County aquatic facility under construction is anticipated to open in 2027.

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