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Commission hears punch-list update on sheriff's office; members debate lease timeline and buyout option

January 07, 2026 | Grand Forks County, North Dakota


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Commission hears punch-list update on sheriff's office; members debate lease timeline and buyout option
The commission received a committee report and contractor update on the sheriff's office building, including remaining punch-list items and the prospect of purchasing the facility.

County staff reported 6 of 19 listed punch-list items have been completed, while some issuesincluding a roof leak and heating/cooling repairsremain outstanding. A contractor representative said routine maintenance tasks and some seasonal repairs are scheduled when weather permits.

Commissioners pressed for a hard deadline to complete outstanding work and expressed reluctance to continue leasing long term. One commissioner said leasing indefinitely would be a "colossal waste of money" and urged planning for a buyout. Staff noted the contractor offered an early buyout option at five years and recommended giving the facility at least one to two seasons of operation to determine long-term viability before committing to purchase.

No final procurement decision was made; commissioners asked staff to set clearer timelines for corrective work and to report back when more information is available.

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