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County contracts Gowey Abstract and Knight Barry for delinquent tax title searches
Summary
The committee approved outsourcing title searches for delinquent tax properties to Gowey Abstract ($75 per search) and Knight Barry ($100 per search), estimating total costs around $8,000; no budget amendment required.
Facing limited in‑house capacity in the Deeds office, the committee authorized contracting Gowey Abstract and Knight Barry to complete title searches for properties slated for tax deed. The committee agreed to split the work between the two firms, with Gowey Abstract at $75 per search and Knight Barry at $100 per search; total estimated cost around $8,000. Lutgen moved the contract split; Lauer seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Committee members said the title searches must be completed before properties can be taken by tax deed, and that outsourcing will avoid delaying the tax deed process. The minutes note no budget amendment is necessary for the work.
