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County building project inches toward completion; asbestos abatement and change orders cause modest delays
Summary
County staff said interior and exterior work on the county facilities master plan is largely on schedule though asbestos testing and change orders (about $670,000) have pushed some finish work into late 2026 and early 2027; the east entrance is expected to open around early September.
County public-works staff updated the committee on progress of the county facilities master plan and interior remodels and outlined next steps and timing.
Scott reported that most exterior elements are complete, interior IT and facilities areas are finished in several suites, and third-floor demolition for the county board chair's office is underway. He said asbestos testing identified areas that required abatement but that abatement work is progressing. Change orders tied to communications, security and unforeseen electrical/mechanical work total about $670,000 on an approximately $8 million project; remaining contingency is roughly $167,000.
Staff said they expect the east entrance to be in use around Sept. 7 and will communicate which public functions will require security screening at that entrance; deputies will help direct visitors. Exterior signage is budgeted at roughly $100,000. Committee members asked about security, signage and public communications; staff said signage and webpage updates will be used to reduce confusion.
Why it matters: The project relocates several county functions and will change public entry points and security procedures; timing affects staff moves and public access.
What happens next: Staff will proceed with finishing work, signage installation and public messaging ahead of partial opening.
