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Cole County commission prioritizes HVAC, road projects and shop expansion as budget hearings continue

Cole County Commission · December 2, 2025
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Summary

At its Dec. 2 budget hearing, the Cole County Commission flagged an estimated $2 million HVAC replacement at the law enforcement center, major road and bridge projects and a $2 million-ish central maintenance shop expansion as top capital priorities, while planning a 10-year sales tax ballot.

Cole County commissioners on Dec. 2 continued budget hearings and signaled priorities for next year’s capital spending, highlighting a priority replacement of the law enforcement center HVAC and a multiyear plan for road and bridge projects funded largely by sales tax.

The commission discussed a proposed $2 million placeholder for HVAC work at the law enforcement center, with staff describing a range of options and warranties. County administrator/auditor staff said manufacturers typically offered 18 months from manufacture and 12 months from startup as…

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