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Board advances One & Six Year bridge projects, awards culvert orders and accepts federal aid
Summary
Nemaha County approved multiple One & Six Year highway projects including bridge rebuilds and culvert contracts, accepted federal aid for at least one bridge project, and coordinated County Bridge Match Program funding with neighboring counties.
Across 2017 the commissioners prioritized county bridges and culverts and accepted external funding where eligible. Mainelli Wagner & Associates presented multiple bridge inspections and One & Six Year plan updates; the board held a public hearing and adopted the 2017–2022 plan before authorizing contractors to fabricate and deliver bridge components.
Notable actions included awarding culvert orders to manufacturers (accepted bids on Aug. 9, 2017) and approving federal‑aid acceptance for the Brock Southwest bridge project (resolution adopted). The board also signed interlocal agreements with neighboring counties to leverage County Bridge Match Program funds for identified projects, and approved Corps of Engineers permits needed for water‑way work. “Motion by Mellage, seconded by Hutton to adopt Resolution 2017‑11 approving the 2017–2022 One & Six Year Plan for Nemaha County,” the minutes record.
Work on specific projects continued through the construction season; change orders and engineering adjustments appear in the board minutes where crews needed additional excavation or material to finish bridge approaches. The board tracked outcomes by roll‑call votes and detailed expenditures on contract items.
