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Road crews blading, rock added to S Road; mower parts delayed from Canada

Jewell County Board of Commissioners · July 7, 2025
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Summary

Road supervisor Joel Elkins told commissioners crews have been blading roads around wheat fields, added rock on S Road, plan to repair soft spots on Cedar Road, and face delays obtaining mower parts from Canada.

County road staff reported routine maintenance and a supply-chain delay affecting equipment repairs during the July 7 meeting.

Joel Elkins said crews have been blading roads around wheat fields, worked on S Road to add rock, and plan to address soft spots on Cedar Road. Elkins told commissioners the county is still trying to obtain parts for another mower but is experiencing difficulty getting them from Canada. The transcript records Ed Duskie also raising concerns about conditions on 203rd north of Jewell and noting that Noah Shipman has been doing a good job with mowing; Ervin Underwood said the Esbon area had received compliments for recent work.

No formal motions were recorded on road purchases or repairs; commissioners noted the Jackson Glass Shop quote for unrelated county work and asked for a second quote before proceeding on that procurement.