Facilities staff told the court that the county’s annex project is advancing: the Iowa Park office move is complete for most functions with only the tax office and a few finishing tasks remaining, and staff thanked county crews and contractors for the intensive effort.
Facilities said moving required large-scale storage: a 26-foot U-Haul was filled twice and nearby storage rooms are full; staff said additional storage and long-term planning for annex space will continue. Pete McCaskill and his crew were singled out for assistance in the move.
County staff also said a countywide courthouse security upgrade will begin with Digi and will start on the first floor; the project schedule will be coordinated with affected offices, and staff asked offices to raise concerns before work begins so adjustments can be made. The county expects to try to complete third-floor work in a concentrated schedule when that phase begins.
No formal vote or appropriation was recorded for these operational updates; staff requested affected offices contact facilities with scheduling concerns. The court thanked staff and noted the moves and security work represent a significant logistical effort.