Board debates courthouse LED lighting upgrade; contract language and media-release clause draw objections
The board discussed a vendor proposal to convert courthouse lighting to LED with estimated net county cost of about $6,779 after incentives and projected five-year energy savings. Members raised contract concerns—references to non-existent exhibits and a broad media/photo release—and sought edits before final approval; a formal vote on acceptance was contested during the meeting.
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On March 13 the Richland County Board considered a vendor proposal to replace fluorescent fixtures at the courthouse with LED lighting. The proposal cited a total project cost of $12,006.64 with Ameren incentives estimated at $50,000 to $55,885 and a net county cost cited at $6,779; the vendor projected cumulative electric savings over five years of roughly $18,000.
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