Commissioners approve owner contingency for building design changes despite objections

Oct 16, 2026

The board approved an owner's contingency request to cover design changes to a pre-engineered building (window openings/coordination), with County Attorney Eric Hostetler citing contract provisions allowing owner-approved contingency use; Commissioner Benton recorded a no vote.

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The board considered Resolution 26-777, an owner contingency request from Gilbane related to design adjustments discovered during the shop drawing process. Facilities staff and Pizzuti representatives said the design team made refinements after bidding that increased costs; Pizzuti and staff recommended approval.

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