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Cochise County Jail District approves up to $130 million budget for new jail; $120 million amendment fails
Summary
The Cochise County Jail District board voted to approve a budget not to exceed $130 million for design, engineering and construction of a new jail, rejecting an amendment to lower the cap to $120 million. Board members discussed funding sources, construction cost estimates and risks to public perception before the 3-0 vote.
The Cochise County Jail District Board of Directors voted on Aug. 5 in Bisbee to approve a budget not to exceed $130,000,000 for design, engineering and construction of a new jail.
The vote followed a brief amendment attempt to reduce the cap to $120,000,000, which failed on a voice vote. Supervisor Crosby proposed the $120,000,000 amendment; the board rejected the amendment and then approved the original $130,000,000 ceiling by a 3-0 vote.
Board discussion focused on how the $130,000,000 figure was compiled and the risk of underbudgeting. County staff explained the planned funding mix that informed the amount: a…
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