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County authorizes bids for two dump trucks as highway department outlines chip‑seal plan
Summary
The highway superintendent reported a chip‑seal program covering 40 centerline miles (97 seal equivalent miles) and asked permission to advertise bids for two dump trucks for 2027; the board authorized advertising the bids by voice vote.
Cass County's highway superintendent reported the department's monthly activity and secured authorization to advertise bids for two dump trucks intended for 2027 delivery.
Jeff Smith told commissioners the chip‑seal program this year "consists of 40 center line and 97 seal equivalent miles" and that other paving projects will bring total planned road work to about 60 centerline miles. He also described bridge work, storm damage response and a planned thin deck overlay that will require a temporary closure on County Road 325 West. Smith said delays in new engine availability made 2027 delivery likely for new trucks and asked for permission to prepare and advertise bids; the board approved the request by voice vote.
Commissioners also discussed localized visibility concerns from crops near stop signs and asked for staff follow up; the highway department said it generally tries to coordinate with landowners before mowing right‑of‑way.
