Emmet County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (ECBRA) is looking to fill at least two openings on its board as soon as possible to avoid delays of its work due to lack of a quorum. ECBRA meets on the second Thursday each month at 11 a.m. in the office of Planning and Zoning. Members include Tammy Doernenburg, Planning and Zoning Director, two county commissioners and six members of the community. A position on the ECBRA board does not include a stipend as all members serve on a voluntary basis. The efforts, however, of the ECBRA board have a measurable impact on the community.

Emmet County Sheriff’s Office is offering courses on snowmobile safety at no charge to the public. The course is being held Saturday, Jan. 26 and Saturday, Feb. 9.

The Michigan Sheriff’s Association has elected Emmet County Sheriff Pete Wallin as its new president for 2019 following several years of service on the MSA board of directors. Read more …

The Emmet County Historical Commission is holding its annual essay contest for any third or fourth grade student in Emmet County, including home-schooled children. First place winner will be awarded $100 with second place winning $50. The teacher of the winning student also receives a $50 stipend to use for classroom supplies.

Emmet County is seeking applicants for the following position(s): DPW Superintendent

Current Open Position(s): Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, Construction Resource Committee (1 openings Plumbing Contractor), Regional Prosperity Board (2 openings), Planning Commission (1 opening immediately that must be a member of a public school board or an administrative employee of a school district), Road Commission (1 opening 1/1/19) Emmet County is committed to excellence in its delivery of services to its residents and visitors. To help us maintain and improve upon this mission, we reach out to leaders in business and industry, to community leaders, and to county residents by inviting you to consider serving on one of the various Committees or Boards that have been established in Emmet County. Positions become available periodically and the Board of Commissioners appoints Committee and Board members from a pool of applicants. If you are interested in applying, a complete list of the Committees and Boards along with the necessary application can be located by clicking here. Inquiries should be directed to Juli Wallin, Emmet County Clerk, 200 Division St., Petoskey, Ml 49770, 231.348.1744 or jwallin@emmetcounty.org.