The Executive & Finance Committee voted to create a county facilities planning committee charged with developing a comprehensive 20‑year long‑range plan for county facilities.

Staff said the committee will review facility condition assessment reports, the 2024 space needs assessment and security and infrastructure needs, prioritize future capital improvements, and review the jail and courthouse safety assessments. The proposal recommended membership that includes the chairs of the five standing committees, the county board chair, and one at‑large member to provide an odd number of voting members.

The committee approved the formation of the facilities planning committee and will present the recommendation to the appropriate committees and ultimately to the full county board as required by county procedure. Staff said the group may invite department heads and outside experts to focused meetings as needed to inform decisions.