Bill > HB4830

This bill modifies several sections of Michigan's Drain Code of 1956, primarily focusing on compensation and procedural details for drain-related boards and commissioners. The bill standardizes language around compensation for board members, replacing specific per diem rates with a more flexible approach that allows the drain commissioner or drainage board to determine "reasonable compensation" and "necessary expenses" for members attending meetings. It clarifies notification procedures for drain-related meetings, updates terminology (such as changing "board of supervisors" to "board of commissioners"), and provides more precise guidelines for appointing board members. The bill also addresses potential conflicts of interest by establishing procedures for what happens when a board member has a conflict, such as allowing alternative members to be appointed. These changes aim to make drain district management more flexible and consistent across different counties, while maintaining transparency and proper governance in drain-related proceedings. The modifications apply to various aspects of drain district organization, including board composition, consolidation of drainage districts, and administrative procedures.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4830