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Commission authorizes bidding for public works maintenance shop expansion with $1.65M sales‑tax allocation
Summary
County staff proposed expanding the central maintenance shop and wash bay; commissioners authorized public works director to seek bids for a project funded with $1.65 million from the 15% sales‑tax reserve, $500,000 from road and bridge contingency and $150,000 deferred to next year.
County public works staff presented a proposal to expand the central maintenance shop, prioritizing equipment and vehicle maintenance and construction of a wash bay. The plan focuses on maintaining county fleet and extending the useful life of pavement projects rather than building a new office campus.
The proposed funding plan included $1,650,000 from the 15% portion of county sales‑tax reserves, $500,000 from road and bridge contingency funds and $150,000 shifted into the 2027 budget for concrete flat work. Staff noted roughly $170,000 in salt funds would not be used this year and could offset contingency needs.
Commissioners discussed bid timing and project scope; one commissioner moved to authorize the director of public works (Eric) to proceed with bidding. The motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. Staff said bids will be received and evaluated before any final construction contract is awarded.
