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Court reviews Historical Courthouse elevator replacement and possible grant support
Summary
Staff told commissioners the Historical Courthouse elevator replacement could cost about $83,000 and that the county has contacted the Texas Historical Commission to determine eligibility for restoration grants.
The court reviewed the Historical Courthouse budget and discussed an estimated $83,000 elevator replacement and inspection requirements that follow installation. Staff reported outreach to the Texas Historical Commission to determine whether the courthouse might be eligible for restoration grants.
Rodney noted the elevator and related relay and control-board components are aging and that inspectors require annual professional inspections; commissioners emphasized the importance of keeping the elevator reliable because the courthouse serves as an early voting site. The court did not approve contracting for the replacement during the hearing; staff will await any grant eligibility feedback from the Texas Historical Commission and return with recommendations.
