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Commission approves HMGP application to harden Public Works building; county to provide 25% match
Summary
Jackson County approved submission/acceptance of a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program application to harden the Public Works building; the project requires a 25% local match (about $208,000) which staff said is included in the FY26‑27 budget.
Staff asked the commission to approve the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) application to harden the Public Works building formerly used by the Water Management District. The scope described would replace roof and panels and produce a hardened facility capable of withstanding design wind loads (county referenced a target of 150 mph resistance) and include emergency backup power.
Staff noted the grant requires a 25% local match — estimated at roughly $208,000 — to be covered by general fund dollars. Commissioner questions focused on whether the match was budgeted and on timing; Lindsey (participating via Zoom) said the amount is included in next year’s FY26‑27 budget. Commissioners discussed the project's value and the likelihood the HMGP program would cover additional costs if the final estimate exceeded initial projections.
A motion to approve pursuing and accepting the HMGP award passed by voice vote.
