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Health department vehicle use, task‑order amendment reviewed; commissioners approve amendment
Summary
Daniels County commissioners approved a task‑order amendment for the health department and discussed whether to retain or replace a 2017 Ford Escape used by public‑health staff across four counties; staff reported mileage, maintenance and grant funding considerations.
Daniels County’s board approved a task‑order amendment for the public health department and discussed whether to retain or replace a 2017 Ford Escape used by health staff across four counties.
Health staff reported mileage and limited maintenance: the vehicle has roughly 80,800 miles and had routine service (annual oil change; tires last changed in 2023). Staff said much of the vehicle’s use and insurance are covered by grant funds tied to public‑health programs, but commissioners raised concerns about long‑distance trips and the potential need to budget for replacement.
Commissioners and health staff discussed trade‑offs: keeping the vehicle in county service preserves a county asset for outreach and program work across multiple counties, while replacement would require budgeting for purchase and insurance costs. Staff said they have been monitoring used vehicle prices and would continue to budget a replacement plan when fiscal conditions allow.
Separately, the board approved a task order amendment that adjusts the health contractor’s term and funding through June 30 (motion made, seconded and approved in meeting).
