Commissioners authorize county road funds and ask for engineer bids for gravel‑road repairs

Commissioners authorized the county road supervisor to use county road funds at his discretion to address priority problem spots on gravel roads and asked staff to prepare project eligibility forms required for county road funding.

The discussion spanned contractor versus in‑house hauling, estimated trucking rates, and the quantity of gravel needed. Staff and a commissioner estimated local hauling or contracting could cost tens of thousands of dollars per mile; the board emphasized using an engineer’s assessment to support funding requests.

The motion on the floor authorized the supervisor—referred to in discussion as Jimmy—to proceed with work and with the required paperwork. Commissioners asked that, when available, engineering estimates and a project eligibility form be completed so the county can document needs and, if necessary, pursue county road program funds or competitive bids.

Commissioners said they support prioritizing safety‑critical stretches and recommended the supervisor provide cost estimates for a test strip and fill out the eligibility form to justify larger funding requests. A motion to give the supervisor discretion passed with a majority.