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Engineers report McIntyre Bridge work nearly complete; supervisors hear renewable energy safety and website vendor updates
Summary
Mitchell County’s county engineer said McIntyre Bridge finishing work and guardrail installation are nearly complete, supervisors heard updates on campground and water trail projects, and staff reported on solar battery storage safety and a new county website vendor during department‑head reports.
County Engineer Rich told supervisors that McIntyre Bridge work should finish this week, with seating and painting to follow and guardrail installed ahead of schedule. He said grinding had been completed and the contractor is working through punch‑list items. Rich also said DOT changes required program edits; he plans to place the DOT program and budget on a future agenda for review and signature before the end of the month.
Conservation and parks staff reported the renovation plan for Wrano Park, campground renovations and a water‑trail construction effort covering three sites (T38, Bennett Access and Spring Park). Staff said two sites are usable now and the contractor aims to complete the remaining work and a May punch list.
Staff from several departments reported on an ISU conference about solar plus battery energy storage systems (BESS), noting technical and safety issues the county should consider when crafting permitting rules. Speakers described Underwriters Laboratories testing for lithium BESS components and cautioned that runaway battery events can be difficult to suppress, advising coordination with local fire and emergency teams.
The board also heard about an upcoming website modernization by Neapolitan Labs and RegGov recorders software work; staff said the new tools should improve public access to county information and internal workflows.
Separately, the sheriff reported a $22,000 bid to replace dispatch flooring for safety and comfort; he said funds exist in his current budget and he plans to proceed unless the board directs otherwise.
