Livingston County’s Board of Commissioners Approve a Settlement with the Livingston County Courts

HOWELL, Mich. – At its October 28th meeting, the Livingston County Board of Commissioners approved a settlement agreement with the 44th Circuit Court, 53rd District Court, and the Livingston County Probate Court, bringing an end to the lawsuit pending between the parties (Docket Number 370043.) “The Courts v. Commissioners lawsuit was successfully mediated,” said Board Chairman Jay Drick. “Both sides warmly shook hands and traded hugs upon resolution. Future relations will be far closer to benefit the residents of Livingston County.” Looking to the future, the Livingston County Board of Commissioners and the Livingston County Courts look forward to strengthening productive working relationships in service to all residents of the county.

Chief Judge Matthew McGivney also commented on the positive collaboration the two parties will have moving forward. “The resolution of the lawsuit between the Livingston County Courts and the Livingston County Board of Commissioners strengthens our shared goal of providing effective and efficient service to the people of Livingston County. The Livingston County Courts look forward to working with the Livingston County Board of Commissioners in furtherance of this shared goal.”