Genesee County, MI – The Genesee County Board of Commissioners and 67th District Court of Genesee County are pleased to announce a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the proposed consolidation of a limited number of district court facilities. The agreement was approved by a vote of the Board of Commissioners on April 23.

The MOU follows a series of discussions that began last summer, initiated by the formation of a joint study group dedicated to exploring the future consolidation of the 67th District Court, which currently has facilities in seven locations across Genesee County.

The MOU outlines several agreements between the two parties, including:

• Acknowledgment of the critical need for a new main facility for the 67th District Court, coupled with a commitment from Genesee County to explore and ultimately create a district court facility that would meet the needs of the community in a fiscally responsible manner. 
• Two district court judges will transition to a permanent location at Central Court in Flint, and two court facilities will be closed (Flushing and Mt. Morris locations).
• Establishment of a new magistrate hearing room at Central Court aimed at enhancing the efficiency of court proceedings.

Both the Genesee County Board of Commissioners and the Judges of the 67th District Court recognize the substantial long-term financial implications associated with maintaining the current structure of the district court system. Through this MOU, both parties have committed to prioritizing the long-term financial health of Genesee County over the status quo, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently for the benefit of all residents. 

“This MOU is proof positive of our mutual commitment to doing what’s best for the residents of Genesee County,” said Delrico J. Loyd, Chairman of the Genesee County Board of Commissioners. “By consolidating our resources and focusing on the future, we can better serve our residents and ensure a more efficient court system.”

The Genesee County Board of Commissioners and the Judges of the 67th District Court look forward to working together to implement the terms of this MOU, initiating a new chapter in the evolution of the district court system in Genesee County.

“This agreement is a pivotal step toward modernizing our court facilities,” said William H. Crawford, Chief Judge of the 67th District Court. “We look forward to further discussions, working together to shape the future of an institution that plays a vital role in our community.”

For media inquiries, please contact Jared Field, Director of Communications, at JField@GeneseeCountyMI.gov.