Since the adoption of this form of government, Bay County has had four County Executives: Gary Majeske (R) (1979–1989), Kim Higgs (D) (1989–1993), Thomas Hickner (D) (1993–2016), and James Barcia (D). • Midland County 25.9 mi, 188° It is the duty of the County Executive to coordinate all county activities and unify the management of county affairs, enforce all orders, rules and ordinances passed by the Board of Commissioners and all laws enacted by the state. Change in this year population density was 170.75 p/mi². [1870-1880] +9.13 %/yr In the case, a defendant was tried in a Saginaw County court, but filed a plea for abatement, claiming that the supposed offense was committed in Bay County and was not in the jurisdiction of the Saginaw County court. The Board is the policy-making body of the Bay County Road Commission and is responsible for establishing budget priorities and managing the annual budget. [3] The county seat is Bay City.[4]. The per capita income for the county was $22,378. However, Saginaw County did not recognize the organization of the new county government. For every 100 females there were 95.9 males. Males had a median income of $31,035 versus $18,294 for females. In addition, the County Executive must submit to the Board of Commissioners a recommended budget each year. 44.4 mi, 350° [0] Calculated by population.us from last known population growth rate, not official data. In that manner, the County Executive appoints and supervises all department heads. In 1978, Bay County became the second Michigan county (after Oakland County) to adopt a County Executive form of government. • Clare County About 11.2% of families and 16.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.7% of those under the age 18 and 7.0% of those age 65 or over. North of Bay City, M-13 follows a parallel route a few miles to the east. This is a decrease of -2,386 people from the 2000 United States Census. Bay County resident population estimates by Sex, Race, and Hispanic Origin[1b]. Bay County comprises the Bay City, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area and is included in the Saginaw-Midland-Bay City Combined Statistical Area in the Mid/Central Michigan region. In the winter of 1858, Freeman secured passage of a bill in the legislature that would have confirmed the organization of Bay County. 30.8 mi, 118° Last official estimated population of Bay County was 107,695 (year 2014)[1]. 47.3 mi, 295° 7 members, elected from districts (six Democrats, one Republican)[18], Coordinates: 43°43′N 83°56′W / 43.72°N 83.94°W / 43.72; -83.94, ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties, 2010 American Community Survey 1-year estimate, List of Michigan State Historic Sites in Bay County, Michigan, National Register of Historic Places listings in Bay County, Michigan, "Michigan Map History Relevant to Bay County, MI", "Population of Counties by Decennial Census: 1900 to 1990", "Census 2000 PHC-T-4. The park was made possible through a $15,000 donation from the Humane Society of Bay County, and efforts of Bay County officials. Freeman had represented the defendant and prepared arguments, but became incapacitated due to illness. Area of Bay County is 630.7 mi² (=1633.5 km²), Changes are for period 2010-2015. Census data for Bay County, MI (pop. 48.8 mi, 163° The median age was 42 years. Bay County's dog park is located on the Bay County Fairgrounds, 800 Livingston Street, Bay City! Population • Density • Changes • Legends • Position, [1860-1870] +17.52 %/yr [17] In Michigan, most local government functions — police and fire, building and zoning, tax assessment, street • Gladwin County [1970-1980] +0.21 %/yr The 2010 United States Census[13] indicates Bay County had a 2010 population of 107,771. Act 139 of 1973 provides for an optional unified form of county government under an appointed County Manager or an elected County Executive. The Pinconning River and Saganing Creek drain the northern portion. • Arenac County If population growth rate would be same as in period 2010-2014 (-0.02%/yr), Bay County population in 2020 would be 107,581 [0]. "[1] Being only sparsely populated at that time, Arenac County government was unorganized and was attached to Saginaw County for administrative purposes. [1880-1890] +4.01 %/yr There were 44,603 households, out of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.6% were husband and wife families, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 34.7% were non-families, and 29.3% were made up of individuals. [1940-1950] +1.67 %/yr Change Pct. Click on flag to hide it. This format provides for an elected County Executive who, as chief administrator, has influence over all departments, except those headed by other elected officials. [1910-1920] +0.19 %/yr According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 631 square miles (1,630 km2), of which 442 square miles (1,140 km2) is land and 188 square miles (490 km2) (30%) is water. In 1854, a bill introduced to the state legislature to create Bay County was defeated by a small majority. However, the population within the boundaries proposed for Bay County approved the measure. • Ogemaw County [6] It is the fifth-smallest county in Michigan by land area. The matter was put before all the voters of Saginaw and Midland counties and was soundly defeated. The county with the highest population in the area is Saginaw County with a population of 192,778 is about twice as large. Bay County is a county in the U.S. state of Michigan. Value is %/year. MICHIGAN POPULATION, by COUNTY Selected Years 1990-2019 2010 2000 1990 2010-2019 2000-2010 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 Census 2005 Census 1995 Census Pct. The county seat is Bay City. Population of male led with no wife present: Population female led with no husband present: Population of homes with one or more people under 18 years: Households with no people under 18 years: Population of homes with one or more people 60 years and over: Population of homes with no people 60 years and over: Home does not have three or more generations: Population of male led and male partner homes: Population of male led and female partner households: Population of female led and female partner households: Population of female led and male partner households: Population of male led and female partner homes: Population of female led and female partner homes: Population of female led and male partner homes: No unmarried partner of home lead present: Population of male lead with no wife present, family homes: Population of female lead with no husband present, family homes. The county government operates the jail, maintains rural roads, operates the major local courts, Bay County, Michigan. The township's population was 14,641 as of the 2010 Census and is included in the Bay City Metropolitan Statistical Area. [2010-2014] -0.02 %/yr, Looking for settlements in Bay County? As of the 2010 census, the population was 107,771. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Saginaw is the controlling regional body for the Catholic Church.[14]. In 2010 there were 44,603 households and 29,116 families in the county. The bill passed by the legislature included phrasing, which was deliberately included by the Bay City lawyer Chester H. Freeman, that allowed Bay County to claim ratification. Last official estimated population of Bay County was 107,695 (year 2014) [1]. • Gratiot County