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Henry County approves chip‑seal bid advertisement and $555,581 paver purchase; approves a series of maintenance repairs
Summary
Commissioners authorized advertising chip‑seal bids if state Community Crossings funds are available, approved purchase of a discounted 2024 CAT paver for $555,581, and approved smaller maintenance quotes (sprinklers, fan motor, furnace) and bonds during the meeting.
County highway staff said the state has made additional Community Crossings funding available; staff asked for permission to advertise chip‑seal specifications and open bids on April 8 if the county applies for the funds. Commissioners approved placing the chip‑seal project out for bid and emphasized there would be no obligation to proceed until a contract was signed.
Highway staff also recommended purchasing a discounted 2024 Caterpillar asphalt paver priced at $555,581 (financed over a four‑year term) to replace a frequently failing unit. The purchase was presented as included in the highway budget, and commissioners approved the acquisition.
The board approved several routine maintenance proposals and bond items during the session: replacement of 14 sprinkler heads at the youth facility for $2,100; motor and drive replacement for a Justice Center fan at $1,575; and a $14,200 furnace replacement at the Justice Center (not covered by insurance due to age). The meeting also recorded approval of a $30,000 bond for an individual (Deborah Bond/Barnes) and a $10,000 blanket bond for the treasurer’s office. All listed motions carried by unanimous voice vote.
No contractor awards for chip seal were made at the meeting; staff will return with opened bids and a contract recommendation if the county receives Community Crossings funds and bids are received.
