Administrator search firm cuts ties after Ottawa County process stalls
The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners is regrouping after its hired search firm dropped out of the process to find the county's next permanent administrator.
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Nessel challenges order to keep J.H. Campbell Plant open as energy experts predict price hikes
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has challenged the U.S. Department of Energy's forcing the Consumers Energy-owned J.H. Campbell plant in Port Sheldon to remain open for 90 days, arguing that the move will force customers to absorb exorbitant costs.
Judge: Ottawa Clerk doesn't have to produce closed session minutes as part of lawsuit — yet
A lawsuit disputing a pair of controversial employee severance agreements approved by the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners late last year will continue, without the plaintiff or his attorney having access to closed session minutes that are key to the case.
Ottawa County administrator search in jeopardy after all but one candidate drops out
Ottawa County might need to go back to the drawing board after all but one finalist dropped out of the search process for the next administrator Tuesday night.
Ottawa County administrator search moves forward as tensions mount within board
As Ottawa County searches for its next county administrator — its fifth in three years — the undertaking is shaping up to be vastly different than the last four searches.
'An important open government issue': Plaintiff seeks closed session minutes in lawsuit
The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners opted not to discuss a proposed settlement offer that could have resolved one of a handful of lawsuits stemming from decisions made by the previous board, led by far-right group Ottawa Impact.
Ottawa County health officer lauded with state award after far-right attempt to remove her
Ottawa County Health Officer Adeline Hambley has been recognized for contributions to strengthening public health policy after a yearlong legal battle with the former far-right majority on the county commission.
Ottawa CMH director's contract could be in question after board didn't sign off on terms
As Ottawa County’s Community Mental Health director grapples with serious challenges on how Medicaid funding shortfalls will affect his department and services, it is unclear if his contract with the county is valid.
Reports: Ottawa commissioner concealed firearm at Grand Valley, despite policy
An Ottawa County commissioner brought a concealed firearm onto Grand Valley State University’s Allendale campus earlier this month. Although administration and staff were notified quickly, the University’s response time to the incident has raised questions.