Commissioners approve short extension and targeted mitigation for Owner-Occupied rehab program

Jul 13, 2026

The board approved a three-month extension to close out an Owner-Occupied rehabilitation grant, a $669.95 budget modification, and radon mitigation at two properties; the board declined a water-heater replacement at one property.

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County Administrator Tom Klein provided a financial update on the Owner-Occupied rehabilitation program. To date, grant funds spent total $425,039.96 with a remaining grant balance of $24,960.04 and pending reimbursements of $21,670.00; the minutes show a current available amount of $3,290.00. Project-specific issues included elevated radon at 220 W Taylor (mitigation quoted at $1,800) and a water-heater replacement quoted at $1,650; state requirements prioritize radon mitigation as part of the project.

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