During a recent government meeting, officials discussed potential funding shortages for ongoing construction projects, particularly concerning the 5th floor bid and the behavioral health care center. Concerns were raised about the risk of cost overruns in construction, with a specific focus on elevator projects.

Stacy, a key speaker, indicated that the bidding for the 5th floor is set for November, while the final costs for the behavioral health care center remain undetermined. She noted that additional funds may be necessary to cover potential overtime costs associated with the elevator project, suggesting a prudent allocation of approximately $120,000 to manage these uncertainties.

The discussion also highlighted the need to address funding for various elevator projects, including the Juvenile Justice Center (JJC) and others, with proposed increases in allocations. A motion was made to increase funding for several elevator projects, including an additional $1.1 million for the JJC elevator and smaller increments for other projects, totaling over $400,000 in additional funding across various initiatives.

The meeting concluded with a consensus on the need to amend the PBA sub-recipient agreement to reflect these funding increases, ensuring that all projects are adequately financed to avoid delays and cost escalations. No further actions were taken on other agenda items, indicating a focused effort on addressing the immediate funding concerns.