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New Beltrami County jail project ahead of schedule, officials say; minor schedule shifts for cell installation
Summary
County construction team reported progress on the new jail: precast walls up, roof work ongoing, conduit miles installed, minor shifts to detention cell installation in December and January; budget and contingency remain in good shape.
Beltrami County officials on Tuesday said construction of the county's new jail is progressing and remains on or slightly ahead of schedule, with minor adjustments to the detention-cell installation timeline.
During a project update and virtual site tour, contractors and county project staff showed drone and walk‑through video of progress at the site and described recent work: most precast wall panels and roof planks are set, crews are installing vapor barriers and roof insulation, and crews have routed extensive conduit for security and electrical systems.
Why it matters: County leaders said keeping the building weatherproofed before winter is a priority to protect the…
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