Williams County commissioners authorized the chairman to sign purchase-related documents for the county's pending acquisition of the fairgrounds and approved delegating signature authority for documents tied to the Williston Square turf and ice project operated in partnership with the Williston Parks and Recreation District.

County staff said a purchase agreement had been signed in principle and that a more detailed agreement — including grant terms — would be brought back for the board's review. Commissioners approved giving the chairman authority to sign land-transfer and purchase-related documents that may arise before final sale documents are ready for full board review.

The meeting packet also included a joint-powers arrangement and an amendment to the architectural contract with Icon Architectural Group tied to the turf-and-ice project. County staff said the county will continue to pay certain early architect bills under its pledge, while the park district will be owner of record for the CMAR (construction manager at risk) contract. Commissioners moved and seconded a motion to authorize the chairman to sign documents and confirmed legal counsel had reviewed the materials.

The board's motion to authorize the chairman to sign these documents passed by roll-call vote. County staff said finalized documents will be included in the official minutes when complete.