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Public Works flags maintenance costs and schedules meeting on State Highway 2 safety
Summary
Public Works reported maintenance limits driven by fuel prices and inflation, provided a Duck Lake Project update and listed equipment repair costs; commissioners scheduled a May 21 meeting with the State Department of Transportation and Representative Baumgartner’s office to address accidents on State Highway 2.
Public Works Director Dave Orvis and County Engineer James Wege told commissioners the department is constrained by fuel-cost pressures and inflation, which are limiting routine maintenance and straining the budget. The directors provided a project update on the Duck Lake Project, reported the cost to fix a generator-set radiator (listed in the department packet), and described screen plant operations as part of ongoing maintenance work.
Commissioner Jo M. Gilchrist also reported that a meeting is scheduled for May 21 with the State Department of Transportation, Representative Baumgartner’s office, and community members to discuss traffic and accidents on State Highway 2; Commissioner Hutsell is expected to attend. The board directed follow-up and coordination with state partners to address identified safety concerns.
