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Houston County discusses $34,102 library flooring replacement, members urge formal bidding
Summary
County staff presented plans for a library flooring replacement estimated at $34,102 and members requested formal bids and billing‑committee oversight; the project would require moving shelving and relocating books and may affect roughly 300 child patrons.
County staff described a proposed replacement of the library's carpet with luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring, estimating the work at about $34,102.
A staff speaker said the library floor covers roughly 4,000–5,000 square feet and that nearly 300 children use the space daily, noting the change would reduce allergens and maintenance. "It's that LVP...It won't take long. You don't have to vacuum. It gets just a steam mop," the staff speaker said when describing the material.
Participants discussed bids and local hiring preferences; Schultz Construction was mentioned as a prior bidder and one county resident contractor was recommended. Several members requested the project be put out for formal bidding and managed through the billing committee to ensure proper procurement procedures.
The chair asked staff to bring bids and return to the commission; the record shows no formal vote or contract award in the provided transcript.
