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Odessa moves to end IBTS contract and hire part‑time on‑site inspector; council cites $17,000 projected savings
Summary
City staff told the board that terminating the IBTS third‑party inspection contract and hiring a part‑time on‑site inspector could save about $17,000 versus contract costs; the board approved a motion to transition to an in‑house part‑time inspector with required notice to the contractor.
City staff recommended ending the city's contract with IBTS and hiring a part‑time, on‑site building inspector to support local permit review and inspection needs. The move reflects increased local development and concerns about coordination with the third‑party vendor; staff and legal counsel briefed the board on timing, training and contractual notice requirements.
The city administrator said he calculated roughly $17,000 in annual savings by hiring a part‑time inspector rather than continuing IBTS fees based on last fiscal year invoices. Legal counsel reviewed the contract language and advised that the city can provide 90 days' written notice; counsel also noted the potential for a for‑cause termination with a 30‑day cure period if justified. After discussion about recruiting, training through ICC modules, and transition steps, the board voted to terminate the existing arrangement and move forward with a part‑time on‑site inspector.
