Commission pauses old-jail work, completes remaining jail contract with evacuation exception and seeks new architect

Jun 29, 2026

Following an update on jail renovation issues including smoke evacuation and asbestos, the commission voted 12-0 to complete the outstanding jail contract except for work on evacuation in the old detention area and to regroup with a new architect and contractor for the remaining scope.

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An update from Ed Greer identified additional issues at the old jail worksite, including concerns with the smoke evacuation system and asbestos, and recommended pausing remaining work in the old jail while continuing courthouse renovations.

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