Leelanau County Finance Director Resigns Amid Board Conflicts
Leelanau County Finance Director Rio Risbridger resigned on October 2nd, citing recent events and an inability to continue. Her departure comes amid ongoing board conflicts, including a dispute over the creation of a new maintenance director role and accusations made…
Traverse City Cadillac, MI, October 8, 2026 — Leelanau County Finance Director Rio Risbridger has resigned from her position, effective October 2nd. In her resignation, Risbridger cited recent events and stated an inability to continue in the role.
Her departure occurs at a time of ongoing discord within the county board. Recent conflicts have included a dispute concerning the establishment of a new maintenance director position and accusations that have been made by a county commissioner. The specifics of these board conflicts were not detailed in the provided information.
Interim County Administrator Lauren Cypher has communicated that county services are continuing without interruption despite the personnel change. The circumstances leading to Risbridger’s resignation, beyond the general mention of
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