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County staff warn courthouse rooftop HVAC is aging; board told to budget for replacement
Summary
Facilities staff reported intermittent failures on the courthouse rooftop HVAC, cited limited parts availability for the 25-year-old unit and recommended the board budget for a replacement estimated at $50,000–$100,000.
County staff told supervisors the courthouse rooftop HVAC unit has begun failing intermittently and that replacement parts may become difficult to obtain for the 25-year-old system. Staff and the HVAC contractor found failed water-flow switches; replacements have been located and were expected to be installed the same day, which staff said should restore operation for the near term.
Facility staff emphasized that the unit is aging and advised the board to plan and budget proactively for a full replacement to avoid a risk of being without cooling if the unit fails during summer. The contractor gave a rough cost range of $50,000 to $100,000 for a new rooftop unit, including crane service and installation. Staff identified roughly $55,000 across several building-maintenance line items in the current budget that could be reallocated, but said a budget amendment or inclusion in the next fiscal year may be required for a full replacement.
Supervisors discussed timing and whether to seek quotes now or address the project in the new fiscal year. Staff said they expected the current unit to function through the coming summer but reiterated the planning urgency to avoid being without cooling if the unit died during peak season.
Ending: Staff will seek closer cost estimates and return to the board for a funding decision, with the board expecting to revisit the issue around July or early in the new fiscal year.
