Board of Commissioners
Truth be told
Ottawa County residents need truth to navigate reality. Local activist media and others continue to spin truth to fit a narrative. The truth must be told.
Due diligence done on the Early Voting Agreement—despite media’s exaggerated time pressures
According to Ottawa County election data, Prop 2 failed to pass with 53% of the Ottawa County voters voting against it; however, it passed statewide. With election integrity being one of the most important issues in America, getting the Early Voting Agreement right was a top priority and not taken lightly.
Interim Health Director Adeline Hambley was issued a Notice of Hearing for her removal
“Ms. Hambley has demonstrated repeated incompetence, misconduct, and neglect of duty in violation of MCL 46.11(n).” —Board Chair Joe Moss, Press Release, September 27, 2023
Price of a reputation—Bonnema censured by Ottawa County Board of Commissioners
“A censure is an official rebuke; it’s an expression of strong disapproval for actions taken. It’s one of the only mechanisms a board has to hold members accountable for their actions.” —Board Chairman Joe Moss
Board of Commissioners votes to protect childhood innocence in Ottawa County
“The future of Ottawa County relies on the health and well-being of its children and young people. Children are our greatest treasure and our most valuable population. We must always weigh the risk of harm to children in public policy decisions.” —Vice-Chair Sylvia Rhodea
75 articles and counting—the barrage is real
Is the Holland Sentinel a credible news source? “At the Sentinel, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity in journalism. Our credibility is what makes our readers trust us and the content we publish.” — The Holland Sentinel’s Transparency Guidelines In reality, the Holland Sentinel and Editor Sarah Leach have set up their artillery to fire on conservative Christians who are standing for liberty.
Commissioner Jacob Bonnema has been censured by the Ottawa GOP
Jacob Bonnema was officially rebuked by the Executive Committee of the Ottawa County Republican Party on June 20, 2023. He was censured for continued violation of Republican Party principles and a frivolous harassment complaint against a county employee.
Shall not be infringed
“The Constitution of most of our states (and of the United States) asserts that all power is inherent in the people; that they may exercise it by themselves; that it is their right and duty to be at all times armed.” — Thomas Jefferson, letter to John Cartwright, June 5, 1824
Ottawa is declared a Constitutional County
The majority of the Board of Commissioners, committed to protecting individual freedoms, voted to pass a resolution to declare Ottawa County a “Constitutional County.” The resolution holds that no resources will be appropriated for the purpose of enforcing any unconstitutional laws that infringe upon citizen rights.
Community Health Needs Assessment in the spotlight as County Commissioners ask questions
“It’s not a purview of this Board to review or approve the survey questions.” Adeline Hambley, February 21, 2023.
Attempt to add agenda items creates a tense discussion
It was another packed house at the Fillmore Complex Tuesday evening for the Board of Commissioners meeting. After just over 2 hours of public comments on many different topics, the commissioners didn’t waste any time getting down to business.
Commissioner Bonnema gives public comment
Between giving public comment, issuing press releases, and interviewing with the media, Commissioner Bonnema appears to keep himself busy.
