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Votes at a glance: Cole County Commission approves contracts, grants and equipment purchases
Summary
Cole County commissioners approved several contracts, grants and equipment purchases at their Oct. 21, 2025 meeting and directed maintenance staff to cover janitorial duties while pursuing long‑term staffing options.
Cole County commissioners approved several routine and capital items during their Oct. 21, 2025, meeting and recorded direction on building maintenance staffing.
Key approved items and outcomes
- Newman, Conley and Ruth agreement for the assessor’s office: Commissioners approved a contract for services for 2026 with a not-to-exceed amount of $100,000 and authorized signature. (Motion approved: aye.)
- Accounts payable: Commissioners approved accounts payable pending review. (Motion approved: aye.)
- SURF retirement annual contribution election (4%): Commissioners approved signing the annual contribution election to continue the county’s 4% contribution. Staff clarified eligibility rules under CERF/SURF during the discussion. (Motion approved: aye.)
- Change order No. 1 — 2025 chip seal program: Commissioners approved a final closeout change order that increases construction costs by $31,920.13 because several roads were wider than estimated (used 24-foot widths,…
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