Justice Center/EMS building behind schedule as court hears ongoing glass vendor delays

County staff and magistrates on April 11 discussed lingering delays in installing exterior and ballistic glass at the county's Justice Center/EMS facility, with the project now approaching substantial completion dates that have been moved into May and June.

Rob Jones and others reported a meeting with project staff; officials said the glass vendor has repeatedly promised deliveries that have not arrived. The court expressed frustration that deliveries and installation remain incomplete despite a year‑old construction timeline. Staff said engineers and inspectors will only certify and recommend payment for work approved as complete.

Magistrates asked whether the county could withhold payments to force vendor compliance; staff said payment is tied to certified completion by the architect/engineer (Brancher and Carroll) and that contract terms and shop drawings drive fabrication timelines. One magistrate noted similar glass lead‑time problems on another local project, suggesting the issue may be industry‑wide.

No formal action was taken; staff said they will continue to press the vendor, update the court and explore contractual remedies. The transcript shows the court continuing to track the project schedule and noting the complexity of ordering fabricated glass after field verification.