Commission hears punch-list update on sheriff's office; members debate lease timeline and buyout option
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Summary
Contractor and county staff reported progress on punch-list items for the sheriff's office building (6 of 19 items complete). Commissioners urged setting a deadline for remaining repairs, discussed the cost of long-term leasing and noted an early buyout option after five years.
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 issues—including a roof leak and heating/cooling repairs—remain 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.