The board discussed reported water damage to a judge’s desk and several pieces of electronics resulting from a past roof leak and considered how to proceed with repair or replacement costs.

Staff reported the initial insurance incident report to NERMA listed the desk only; later staff discovered additional damaged items including a laptop, printer and phone. Melissa said the state computer is a state asset and the state has been contacted to address the laptop; the county’s NERMA claim had been filed only for the desk because that was what appeared on the incident report.

Commissioners noted they previously authorized up to $900 for replacement or repair of the desk and debated whether the full $1,500 claimed was justified; some commissioners said the desk “looks fine” and that they would prefer to retain the existing desk if the incoming judge brings a desk of his own. Board discussion emphasized the need for documentation of damage and vendor estimates before approving additional funds. Staff said they will await state guidance on the state computer and provide needed documentation to NERMA for any additional insured losses.

No formal new payment motion was recorded at this meeting; staff will follow up with NERMA and the state on the electronics and provide detailed estimates or incident documentation to the board for further action.