Commission approves $37,343 to repair shoulders on Sam Powell Trail Road

The commission approved $37,343.26 to finance shoulder repairs and related work on Sam Powell Trail Road out of parks and recreation capital outlay funds.

At the recessed meeting, the board approved Resolution 625-61, "a resolution to approve funds in the amount of $37,343.26 to be used for shoulder repairs at Sam Powell Trail Road out of parks and recreation budgeted capital outlay funds." The motion was made by Commissioner Graham and seconded by Commissioner Baker; roll-call recorded unanimous approval.

A county staff member described the project as a partnership with Hamilton County Schools: "We're doing some ditch work, some tree work, and also some repaving...the plan is to get it done before school starts," the staff member said, explaining why the item was added as a late, recessed-session item. Commissioners had no public comment on the item and approved the funding so crews and contractors can proceed.

County officials said the work will include shoulder repairs, minor ditch clearing, tree trimming where necessary, and resurfacing in front of the school area. Funding will come from the Parks and Recreation budgeted capital outlay account identified in the resolution. No additional budget amendments were made at the meeting.