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Montgomery County officials give progress update as Justice Center costs and timeline solidify
Summary
County staff told commissioners the new Justice Center is nearing move-in readiness in 2026 but warned project costs have risen, with prime construction awards of about $233 million and an overall estimate ranging roughly $472 million–$480 million depending on contingency use.
County staff presented a detailed progress report on the new Montgomery County Justice Center on Jan. 22, saying construction is substantially complete for Phase 2 work and departments will begin transition activities later this year.
The presentation noted the Justice Center includes what the presenter described as one of the county's first green roofs, built to a LEED Gold specification, two public entrances, and an on-site cafe for county employees. The presenter also said the facility's furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) contracts and…
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