Highway superintendent flags gravel shortage and reports bridge work in progress

Jul 8, 2025

Highway Superintendent Tony Bernt reported bridge abutment work on two bridges, FEMA staff working on 2024 flood matters, and a shortage of decent gravel after several pits closed; the board discussed cuts to road department budget lines and adjusted wage merit to 1% plus a 3% increase.

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Tony Bernt, Highway Superintendent, updated the board on multiple transportation issues on July 8, 2025. He reported that abutment work on the bridge on 120th by Valasek’s could be finished by Friday and that the bridge on Valley Road has work underway. Bernt said FEMA staff were in the office addressing 2024 flood matters.

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