Williams County commissioners voted Sept. 16 to authorize county staff to advertise for bids on heavy equipment needed for 2026, including eight graders and one plow truck. The board heard a brief request from the county's road department and approved a motion to advertise the equipment procurement.

During the discussion the road official said tractors will be advertised later — “a week or two probably after for the '26 budget.” Commissioners asked clarifying questions about quantities and confirmed the request covered eight graders and one plow truck. The motion was moved, seconded and approved by roll call; the transcript records the vote as carried.

County staff said paving work on County Road 11 and related projects is complete or in cleanup phases and that ongoing weather and moisture will affect finishing work. No dollar amounts, vendor names, or bid timelines were provided in the meeting record; the departments will proceed with posting bid solicitations in accordance with county procurement rules.