Office of the Bay County Treasurer

Weston Prince - Treasurer

Bay County Building
515 Center Avenue, Suite 602
Bay City, Michigan 48708-5122
Voice: (989) 895-4285
Fax: (989) 895-4082

About Us

The County Treasurer is authorized by the Michigan Constitution and State law to serve as the County's Banker and Investment Officer. The Treasurer's primary responsibilities are to safeguard public funds and to collect and account for the revenue used to operate programs for County residents.  

The Treasurer is also responsible for:

  • Managing cash and investments
  • Receipting, recording, and depositing revenue for all County services
  • Certifying deeds
  • Issuing dog and kennel licenses
  • Collecting delinquent real property taxes

The County Treasurer serves on several boards, including the County Election Commission, Chairperson of the Bay County Land Bank Authority, Bay County Retirement Board and Plat Board. The Board of Commissioners may also assign the Treasurer additional duties such as serving on the Building Authority, Library Commission, local development companies, economic development corporations, or acting as administrative agent for tax administration funds

The functions of this office are dictated by state statutes, under the guidance of the Bureau of Local Government Services Audit Division and the State Treasury Department.

Contact Us

Bay County Treasurer
515 Center Avenue, Suite 602
Bay City, MI 48708
Phone: (989) 895-4285
Fax: (989) 895-4082

Monday to Friday 8am-5pm