IRA staff explains DICC grant extension request for powered doors; committee records motion

Staff described a request from DICC executive director Krista Tripp for a six‑month extension to complete a grant‑funded project to install powered doors. Speaker 3 said the executive director sought six months because it was unclear whether the grantee could complete the work before the contract expired; the agency director (Nels) can grant a four‑month extension at the staff level and had done so to prevent immediate expiration.

"She requested a 6 month extension, which is more than Nels can grant at the staff level. He can grant a 4 4 month extension," Speaker 3 said. Staff said DICC had submitted a partial voucher for about $4,000 and identified two distinct work scopes: electrician wiring and door‑company installation. Staff emphasized not authorizing electrician reimbursement until the door company confirmed availability and parts to avoid paying for work that could not be completed.

Committee members asked about the effect on CDBG spend‑down targets and were told that the project is relatively small and that, if parts and installers are available, the work could be completed well before a March 31 deadline; staff said they would monitor progress and be prepared to redirect funds if a project stalls.

The meeting recorded a motion and a second to consider the resolution; the transcript records the motion and a second. The transcript does not include a detailed roll‑call tally. Staff will finalize contract language and return with scheduling confirmation before releasing additional reimbursements.