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Mercer County approves culvert lining on County Road 27 N and replacement on County Road 16
Summary
The Mercer County Commission approved lining a culvert on County Road 27 N and replacing a culvert on County Road 16 at a cost of $87,525, capped at $100,000; the vote was unanimous.
The Mercer County Commission approved a plan to line a culvert on County Road 27 N and replace a culvert on County Road 16 during its April 28, 2026, meeting in Stanton.
Assistant Highway Superintendent Dennis Olheiser presented the culvert options and recommended the lining and replacement as the most cost-effective measures. Commissioner Gene Wolf moved to approve the work “as presented” at a cost of $87,525 with an authorization not to exceed $100,000; Commissioner Jamee Folk seconded. The motion carried on a unanimous vote.
The motion authorizes the county to proceed with the specified culvert lining and replacement under the stated budget cap. The transcript does not specify a contractor, start date or funding source for the work.
The commission’s action follows routine road-maintenance responsibilities for the county highway department and was recorded as part of the regular agenda. The commission adjourned at 9:21 a.m.; no further procedural steps for the culvert item were listed in the minutes.
