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County says jail expansion nearing interior finishes, expects occupancy in September; GMP amendment pending
Summary
County staff and contractors reported progress on the jail phase‑2 construction, said occupancy of the new pod is anticipated in September, and noted a related storage building (A building) will follow within about 90–120 days; cost updates and a pending contract amendment were discussed.
County construction managers and the contractor presented a detailed progress update on the Okeechobee County jail expansion (phase 2) including photos of masonry, mezzanine installation and mechanical rough-ins. County staff said exterior work is largely complete and crews are now finishing interior finishes and systems.
Contract representatives said the prefabricated mezzanine components are…
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