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Brian with Samuels Group told the board crews were laying out and digging footings, with concrete pours and testing scheduled, and that masonry subcontractors expected to begin laying block below grade the following week. Northwest Steel brought a jobsite trailer and was preparing a bracing plan for precast walls; electricians and plumbers are scheduled to return when foundation block work begins.

Separately, a contractor identified as John reported that turbine deliveries in Page County are expected to begin in mid‑July and that the county has started digging foundations and pouring first lifts of concrete for turbine foundations. John clarified the water used for dust control is coming from a private well; he said an electrical contractor (JFE) has a separate contract with the city of Coyne to obtain water for electrical bores, not for general dust control.

John also said the FAA had advanced a permit for the site’s emergency generator to “final evaluation status” and that the county is ordering the generator early because of long lead times so the equipment will be available when foundations and concrete bases are ready.

Why it matters: Foundation and delivery timing affects the construction schedule, crane mobilization and potential traffic disruptions. The water‑use clarification addresses resident questions about source and permitting for construction water.

Details from the meeting: Samuels Group reported use of rough‑terrain cranes for rebar and foundations and the potential arrival of larger cranes in mid‑July to set turbines. Contractors described plans to begin precast setting once the interior block walls and backfilling are ready. The preferred vendor for truck body equipment is located in Des Moines for the separate highway equipment procurement.

What’s next: Contractors will continue foundation work and coordinate delivery dates; project managers expect turbine deliveries beginning in mid‑July and will advise the board if schedule changes occur. Staff said they will verify specifics about dust control near residences and follow up with the board.

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A board member said the plan is a DOT‑approved model used by counties statewide and had lapsed in Page County until the weed commissioner updated it after joining in 2024. The plan will allow Page County to seek grants from the Liberty Roadside Trust Fund for equipment and native seed that support pollinator habitat and tall‑grass plantings.

Board action: A motion to adopt Resolution 26‑20‑25 passed unanimously after a second; meeting minutes record “All in favor? Aye. Aye. And motion carried.”

Why it matters: Adopting the RVM plan restores the county’s eligibility for state roadside vegetation grants that fund seed mixes and equipment intended to promote native species and pollinator habitat along rights of way.

Details from the meeting: Board members noted the plan dates back to the 1990s, had fallen out of active use, and was refreshed to reflect the new weed commissioner’s efforts. The DOT has a standard approval process and every county with a roadside vegetation program maintains a plan to qualify for grant funding.

What’s next: Staff may assist the weed commissioner in preparing grant applications to the Liberty Roadside Trust Fund and return to the board with funding requests when grants are available.

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JD King, Page County engineer, told the board the International T14 was recommended because its rear-mounted hydraulic pump can be direct-mounted to the engine, reducing field-repair problems the county has experienced with remote-mounted pump drive shafts.

King also reported a pending competitive bridge grant for a Redwood Avenue bridge north of Clarinda, with an estimated total project cost of about $1,700,000 and roughly 80% of that cost covered by the grant if the award is finalized.

The decision on the chassis came after a multi-part discussion about long lead times at body fabricators, the county budget schedule and the condition of older trucks. King said the county plans to order the chassis in fiscal 2026 and have the truck equipment (plow, sander, box, hydraulics) installed in mid‑2027 by a preferred vendor in Des Moines.

Commissioners and shop staff discussed maintenance history on the trucks being replaced, transmission and pump mounting differences between International, Freightliner and Mack (MAC) products, and trade‑in/resale considerations. Shop staff emphasized past failures associated with transmission‑mounted hydraulic pump drive shafts and said a directly mounted engine pump reduces the need for roadside repairs in severe weather.

Board action: Commissioner Todd moved to order the International T14 cab‑and‑chassis now, with the truck equipment procured in the FY27 budget year; another commissioner seconded the motion, and the motion carried with aye votes recorded. The board earlier also approved the chairman signing a final project voucher as part of routine project closeout.

Why it matters: Replacing aging trucks and choosing a chassis type affects maintenance costs, roadside safety and how quickly the county can respond to weather events. The bridge grant, if finalized, would fund a major capital bridge replacement on Redwood Avenue and change the county’s capital project timeline.

Details from the meeting: King described ongoing shoulder work, concrete pours and guardrail schedules for a bridge project that the county expects to open in mid‑July (subject to paving and stripe work). He said the grant is through a competitive highway bridge program administered with county engineering association input and that the DOT had not yet published a final list for city and state bridges. King said the grant selection committee had the county bridges picked but had not called the list final.

What’s next: The county will place the chassis order to secure a slot with the fabricator; truck equipment procurement will return for approval under the FY27 budget process. King will continue to pursue the bridge grant paperwork and notify the board when the award is finalized.

","The Page County Board of Supervisors approved ordering two cab-and-chassis trucks (International T14) and heard an update from County Engineer JD King about ongoing road projects and a competitive bridge grant expected to fund about 80% of a Redwood Avenue bridge replacement.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":56,"_68":69,"_70":56,"_71":72,"_73":72},6191190,"Page County delays decision on three‑year opioid‑settlement contract, requests further research",586,2160875,2747045,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=4979237-b79aee30f9d3b9da959810873d1f1d1b&start=2160&end=2747","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/4979237-b79aee30f9d3b9da959810873d1f1d1b/thumbnail_2160875.jpg","/articles/6191190/Page-County/Iowa/Page-County-delays-decision-on-threeyear-opioidsettlement-contract-requests-further-research","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6191190-df86bd5aa7ad0594c4924eeb007743c4/orig.mp4?Expires=1773656971&Signature=ZnE7a5eVg6SCbB~pKUogoMUm5CVwSGLj4bNJEVBN2JFhgVuJWnP~yvxo8i6BUl9XuXKIXVxrFo4TAZakew8fY6rGuoPkHIl76Ie82sA0xTPkJT~sMEkmbqYA60-faKt-nq3xAmrG4OnjaJL~qF5b3-d0HbwN6vFsBDd7WBheOCo6aKnWbqytFagd8Ztw1nJ19X4XBGXutkRzWQ~x4GFcUk8~I-w3hZQGv8YhV8tAuHR-~3HZyDK7bbt8edpOm9k57GibxuLb0NFX0ryhN43uxpXVASgZz3dhQr6rCv71iYx6z1z~4~KTUQ2m9oixN3yJU1QnRwD4LCOOMNEcGSYprg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Page County Board of Supervisors discussed but did not approve a proposed three‑year contract to use opioid‑settlement funds with a program referenced as Resilient Recovery. Board members said they want more information on program alternatives, fund amounts and salary impacts before committing to a multi‑year contract.

A board member described Resilient Recovery’s work in neighboring Montgomery County and said the Board of Health recommended the approach, but other board members urged more time to evaluate alternatives, fundraising options and whether a sheriff’s canine program or other local initiatives might better use the funds.

Key points: Board members asked staff to clarify whether hiring a canine handler would increase salary costs and whether local departments could fundraise to supplement county money. Commissioners said the statewide opioid settlement will deliver funds to counties over time; one speaker referenced a Page County balance of $274,174 as the county’s current allocation, and another mentioned a higher figure ($448,917) that the board said it did not have—participants clearly disagreed on reported totals and requested staff verification.

Board action: The board tabled the item for further discussion rather than approving the three‑year contract. One commissioner said, \"I would like to wait on these a little bit... do a little bit more research and see what else we can do.\" The chair recorded the board’s decision to take no action at this time and to revisit the item later.

Why it matters: The allocation and use of opioid‑settlement funds are material to public health and public safety programs and involve multi‑year commitments that could affect county budgets and local partnerships.

What’s next: Staff or the county auditor will verify available settlement funds, gather more information on program performance and salary impacts, and return the item to the board for future consideration.

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