Commissioners approve $9,250 amendment for courthouse roof redesign; elevator work moves toward final inspection

The Granite County commissioners approved a $9,250 amendment to the Slate Architecture contract to revise details and prepare a re-bid of the county courthouse reroofing project. Scott Cromwell of Slate Architecture told the board that the amendment covers additional drawing time and construction-administration carryover while the design team reduces scope to lower bid prices.

Why it matters: Bids on the full-scope roof project came in higher than expected; the amendment funds a targeted redesign intended to reduce material and carpentry scope so the project can be re-bid in a less competitive season and (the architects argue) return a lower construction price.

Details and context: Slate said the new approach will avoid extensive brick reconstruction and large parapet flashings where the existing brick appears serviceable; instead the design will use termination flashing and a reduced carpentry scope to lower costs. The architects also plan to add insulation to improve building thermal performance. Commissioners approved the amendment after discussion and a recorded motion.

Courtroom and elevator update: Separately, county maintenance staff reported that elevator contractors had replaced key components and expected to complete the primary entry-phase work by Thursday of the same week; drywall and tile subcontractors were scheduled to follow. Payment applications for construction work were delayed for June and July while staff finalize administrative approvals; the county will see two pay applications in a follow-up meeting once the construction pay app is signed.

Outcome and next steps: The board approved Slate Architecture’s $9,250 amendment and asked the project manager to schedule a January re-bid for a spring construction start. Maintenance staff will continue to coordinate elevator final inspection and scaffolding removal and will bring any pay applications for commissioner approval.