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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Ottawa County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Grand Haven Pride expenditure and sponsorship policy gap
A $150 table fee at Grand Haven Pride exposed a policy gap dating to 2022 over how the county decides to spend money at culturally contested events. The payment passed 5-3, and commissioners of both viewpoints agreed a discretionary event-participation policy is needed.
August 25 Budget Public Hearing
The board officially scheduled the public hearing on the 2027 budget for August 25 at 9 a.m., giving residents a chance to weigh in before adoption on September 22.
Citizen Survey questions and methodology
Staff walked through the draft survey tied to the strategic plan. Barry pushed back hard, saying 400 random respondents can't tell him anything his constituents haven't; Moss and others said the data can't hurt. No formal decision, but staff indicated it can proceed.