Merrick County approves September claims including $1.85M paving invoice

Sep 8, 2026

After discussion and one failed motion, the board approved September claims and payroll; highway and roads claims include a $1,846,218.08 invoice from Vontz Paving Inc. and roads claims totaling $1,971,563.74.

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The board reviewed detailed claims across county funds and ultimately approved the September claims and payroll. An initial motion by Supervisor Weller to approve the claims failed for lack of a second; a subsequent motion by Supervisor Placke, seconded by Supervisor Dexter, carried with Roll Call recorded as 'All Ayes.'

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