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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County sets $500 copay for GLP-1 weight-loss prescriptions, flags health-plan cost increases The Board approved a $500 copay specifically for GLP-1 prescriptions used for weight-loss and discussed an anticipated 20–25% rise in county health care costs for FY2026; diabetes-related GLP-1 coverage remains unaffected.

Chippewa County just approved a $500 copay for GLP-1 weight-loss prescriptions amidst rising health care costs—what does this mean for residents?

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County commissioners appoint opioid steering panel, approve dispatch integration and several finance actions At its May 15 meeting the Chippewa County Board of Commissioners appointed applicants to an Opioid Settlement Steering Committee with staggered terms, approved an amended dispatch agreement with the Michigan Public Safety Communication System, adopted a Correctional Officers' Week resolution, tabled an Amtrak support resolution for rewording, and approved multiple finance and contract items forwarded by committee.

Chippewa County's latest board meeting saw significant moves, including the establishment of an Opioid Settlement Steering Committee and a resolution to honor Correctional Officers' Week!

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County dispatch board reviews failing CAD, pager funding shortfalls and Sugar Island tower repairs The Chippewa County Central Dispatch board discussed a failing CAD system and stalled funding for a new CAD, a shortage of pagers with only $9,000 available, a generator outage during installation and a cracked Sugar Island tower slab estimated at $7,000; routine agenda and expenditures were approved.

Chippewa County's dispatch board grapples with a failing CAD system, funding shortages for vital pagers, and urgent infrastructure repairs—will they find a solution in time?

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3 weeks ago

EUPTA approves FY2026 budget amid state funding uncertainty The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority board passed its FY2026 budget, while Finance Director Ms. Gordon warned that proposed state conditions and incomplete federal allocations leave key reimbursements and service impacts uncertain.

EUPTA's FY2026 budget is approved, but looming state funding uncertainties could drastically impact transportation services in Michigan's eastern Upper Peninsula.

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County dispatch board advances plans for new CAD and upgrades communications and backup power At its Oct. 28 meeting the Chippewa County Central Dispatch board discussed a decision on a new CAD system expected within a month, considered raising the surcharge to pay for it, and reviewed multiple communications and resilience upgrades including 800 MHz paging and a new full-building UPS.

Chippewa County is on the brink of a major upgrade to its emergency communications system, with a new CAD system set to be selected soon and crucial resilience enhancements underway.

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3 weeks ago

Road commissioners approve financing for eight Western Star trucks The Chippewa County Road Commission voted Feb. 27 to finance eight Western Star trucks with a loan from 1st National Bank of St. Ignace, choosing terms with no origination fee or early‑payoff penalty; delivery is expected by end of April and upfitting in November.

Chippewa County Road Commission secures a smart financing deal for eight new Western Star trucks, ensuring no fees and lower rates!

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3 weeks ago

EUPTA accepts FY2024 audit; board hears finance report showing revenue pressures The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority accepted a FY2024 audit with a Modified Opinion and approved routine finance actions. Staff warned of lower bus revenue, higher operating costs and reduced pandemic-era funding, and noted pension and reserve considerations.

The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority is navigating tough financial waters, grappling with rising costs and declining revenue—what's next for the future of local transit?

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3 weeks ago

EUPTA advances Drummond Islander V design as ice and a fuel disruption strain ferry service The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority advertised an RFQ for design of a new Drummond Island ferry and reported ongoing ice-related disruptions and a brief fuel interruption on Sugar Island; directors said funding is secured and the new vessel will add capacity and redundancy.

The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority is set to design a new ferry to combat ice disruptions and bolster community access during peak season!

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3 weeks ago

EUPTA board formalizes monthly approval of A/P and EFT transfers; finance report to be included beginning in March At its Feb. 4 meeting the Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority unanimously voted to require formal board approval of prior-month accounts payable and EFT transfers and to start approving the Finance Director's report along with those transfers beginning in March. The board also reviewed ridership and revenue trends and recent FY2026 grant applications to MDOT.

The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority is stepping up transparency by requiring formal monthly approvals for its financial transactions starting this March.

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3 weeks ago

MDHHS chair describes Rx Kids cash-prescription program expansion to Michigan communities Chair Christy Curtis told the Chippewa County MDHHS board that Rx Kids will provide $1,500 during pregnancy and $500 in the baby’s first month to eligible participants; eligibility is residence-based and a press release is expected with more details.

A groundbreaking Rx Kids cash prescription program is set to roll out in Michigan, offering families $1,500 during pregnancy and $500 for their newborn’s first month to boost health and well-being.

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County committee weighs FY2026 health‑care increases and GLP‑1 coverage but takes no action County staff told the committee to expect a 20–25% rise in health‑care renewal costs for FY2026; the committee also discussed stopping coverage of GLP‑1 weight‑loss prescriptions or raising copays after hearing the county has paid over $65,000 for weight‑loss GLP‑1s; no decisions were made pending more information.

Chippewa County faces a tough decision as anticipated healthcare costs soar by 20-25% and the price of weight-loss GLP-1 prescriptions climbs over $65,000.

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County road commission readies bids for up to six trucks after state budget boost Board authorized Manager Laitinen to solicit bids for up to six 2026 trucks after the recently passed state budget is expected to add roughly $3.3 million for county road commissions; details on distribution are still pending.

Chippewa County is gearing up to bid on six new trucks as a $3.3 million state budget boost opens up exciting opportunities for local road improvements!

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3 weeks ago

Road commissioners award multiple contracts, authorize five-year Neebish Island ferry-road agreement The Chippewa County Road Commission on May 8 awarded bids for Tower Road realignment and the Mission Hill overlay, accepted campground bids pending Forest Service approval, and authorized a five-year Ferry Road agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Neebish Island.

Chippewa County's Road Commission has approved major construction contracts, including a pivotal ferry-road agreement for Neebish Island—what's next for these vital projects?

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County veterans committee says MVAA grant reassessment forces cuts; approves grave markers and small distributions At its Feb. 25 meeting, the Chippewa County Department of Veteran Affairs Committee learned the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency reassessed county grants and reduced funding by about $20,000, prompting elimination of advertising and reduced trust‑fund and emergent relief allocations; the committee approved routine disbursements including 23 grave markers and two MVAA grant distributions.

The Chippewa County veterans committee faces a $20,000 funding cut, forcing them to make tough choices that could impact essential services for local veterans.

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3 weeks ago

Community Housing Network updates board on Newberry senior project, plans to resubmit St. Ignace preservation application Community Housing Network told the Chippewa-Luce-Mackinac Community Action board it will resubmit a reindication application to MSHDA this October and is advancing a 16-unit senior housing proposal in Newberry while pursuing renovations and bundling proposals for multiple apartment complexes.

Exciting developments are underway as Community Housing Network proposes a new 16-unit senior housing project in Newberry and gears up to resubmit a crucial funding application for St. Ignace!

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County to join PFAS multidistrict litigation as co‑plaintiff with county EDC The committee approved a Legal Services Agreement with Smith & Johnson for Chippewa County to be co‑plaintiff with the Chippewa County EDC in multidistrict litigation involving PFAS from AFFF used at sites including Kincheloe Air Force Base; the motion carried on a voice vote.

Chippewa County is taking a stand against PFAS contamination by joining forces with the Chippewa County EDC in a groundbreaking multidistrict litigation against manufacturers of harmful firefighting foam.

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County board approves generator repairs, shelter upgrades, PFAS litigation partnership and other finance items At its Feb. 13 meeting the Chippewa County Board of Commissioners approved a package of finance and contract items including generator repairs, emergency notification renewal, animal shelter equipment purchases, remonumentation grant contracts and a legal services agreement to join PFAS litigation with the Chippewa County EDC.

The Chippewa County Board just took major steps to tackle PFAS contamination and improve local services, approving critical repairs, upgrades, and a legal partnership that could reshape the future of the community.

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County commissioners adopt four unanimous resolutions, including support for animal-bond bills and opposition to House revenue-sharing cuts At its Sept. 11 meeting the Chippewa County Board adopted four unanimous resolutions: proclaiming Oct. 16 Conflict Resolution Day, supporting Michigan Senate Bills 293 and 294 on bond-or-forfeit for seized animals, rescinding the brownfield geographic designation, and opposing proposed House FY26 county revenue-sharing cuts.

Chippewa County Commissioners make a bold move with four unanimous resolutions, tackling everything from animal cruelty laws to vital revenue-sharing concerns.

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County passes resolution opposing competitive procurement of PIHP functions By resolution, the board urged state leaders to halt plans for competitive procurement of Prepaid Inpatient Health Plans, expressing concern privatization could disrupt local behavioral health services; the resolution passed with four Ayes and one recorded absence, though the minutes contain an inconsistency about the motion's sponsor.

Chippewa County is taking a stand against the privatization of Medicaid mental health services, fearing it could jeopardize local care and accountability.

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County urges Amtrak extension to Upper Peninsula, asks state and federal agencies to act The Chippewa County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution asking Amtrak, MDOT, WISDOT and USDOT to extend Hiawatha service to the Upper Peninsula with stops including Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace, and to consider using CN tracks and refurbished lines; the board directed copies be sent to regional and federal officials.

Chippewa County is pushing for the Hiawatha train to extend into Michigan's Upper Peninsula, unlocking vital connections for residents and boosting local economy!

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County approves opioid settlement participation, funds steering committee planning The Board adopted three resolutions authorizing participation in additional national opioid settlements, approved an annual $2,500 transfer to the Health Department to manage planning, and approved $84,990 in initial FY25 funding agreements for local remediation programs.

Chippewa County is taking bold steps to combat the opioid crisis by approving new settlements and funding crucial local programs to ensure effective treatment and prevention.

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County Board approves opioid-settlement spending process; projects $1.69 million in payments The board adopted Resolution 2025-11 to establish an opioid-settlement spending process and RFP-based contracting for allowable remediation services; the resolution notes the county is projected to receive $1,689,836.78 over 18 years and requires executed contracts before any disbursement.

Chippewa County is set to receive nearly $1.7 million from opioid settlements, paving the way for crucial programs to combat substance use in one of Michigan's most vulnerable areas.

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3 weeks ago

County panel approves $690,105 renewal for jail health services amid liability concerns The committee approved a $690,105 renewal with Advanced Correctional Healthcare for jail medical services — a $208,122 increase over the current contract — while asking the sheriff’s administration to seek alternatives and to check the contract opt‑out clause.

Chippewa County's Finance Committee just approved a staggering $690,105 contract for jail medical services, raising alarms over new liability issues and costs!

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3 weeks ago

Chippewa County accepts FEMA hazard mitigation planning grant to update county plan The Chippewa County committee approved acceptance of a $46,497.87 Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award toward a $61,000 county plan update and authorized work with the EUP Regional Planning and Development Commission; the county’s 25% match may be provided as in‑kind hours or supplies.

Chippewa County is set to enhance its safety measures with a substantial $46,497 FEMA grant to update its Hazard Mitigation Plan, ensuring resilience against future disasters.

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Point Iroquois Light: A Historic Lighthouse Story Explore the history of Point Iroquois Light, a vital lighthouse on the Great Lakes guiding vessels for over a century.

⚓ Standing watch over the St. Marys River since 1856, Point Iroquois Light has seen it all—from fur traders to freighters.
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3 months ago

Chippewa County holds public hearing, approves resolution to apply for 2026 regional CDBG housing funds The county heard a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) small cities housing program, received a progress report on the 2024 regional grant, and passed Resolution 37-25 authorizing Chippewa County to file a regional CDBG application as lead county.

Chippewa County is taking major steps to secure 2026 housing funds that promise to transform the West Central Wisconsin housing landscape!

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4 months ago

Westcap tells Chippewa County supervisors it provided thousands of local services in 2024 and faces short‑term reimbursement risks West Central Wisconsin Community Action Agency told the Chippewa County Board its programs served thousands of local households in 2024, outlined food, housing and energy assistance numbers, and warned the agency’s reimbursement‑based funding model can create short‑term cash‑flow stress when state or federal portals are unavailable.

Westcap is making a monumental impact in Chippewa County, assisting over 2,700 households and boosting local businesses with nearly $3 million in services, but faces challenges with its funding model.

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4 months ago

Chippewa County supervisors approve 2025 levy, parking and speed ordinances, policy updates and appointments The Chippewa County Board approved Resolution 36-25 (2025 tax levy), two ordinances (no-parking and speed-zone amendments), HR and HIPAA policy revisions, and a county appointment. Most measures passed unanimously or nearly so; questions about levy cushion and parking-space counts were raised during debate.

Chippewa County supervisors have approved key changes including a 2025 tax levy and new parking regulations, sparking questions about community impact and transparency.

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4 months ago

West Central Wisconsin Community Action Agency outlines local food, housing and energy assistance programs Westcap Executive Director Tim Mather told the Chippewa County Board that the agency administers food access, energy assistance and housing programs across seven counties, serves thousands of local residents, and operates mainly on federal grants filtered through the state; supervisors pressed on eligibility and cash‑flow risks from reimbursement l

West Central Wisconsin Community Action Agency is making a monumental impact, providing nearly $2.9 million in essential services to thousands of residents, but their future funding faces critical challenges.

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4 months ago

Highway commissioner says county below recommended paving cycle; reports four bridge replacements and staffing gains Highway Commissioner Chris delivered the annual highway operations report required by state statute, saying the county paved 12.9 miles this year (below a 20-mile annual target) and completed four bridge replacements. The report highlights supply-chain delays easing for vehicles, a 2026 capital plan that includes 9.4 miles of paving and 31 miles of

Chippewa County's highway commissioner reveals a troubling shortfall in paving, just 12.9 miles completed this year, sparking questions about future funding solutions.

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