Resolution to appoint viewer for Toman Ranch Road fails after commissioners cite cost concerns

May 5, 2026

A resolution (26-05-EN-01) to appoint a viewer to consider establishing Toman Ranch Road as a county road failed 4–0 with one abstention on May 5 after commissioners raised concerns about viewer and long-term maintenance costs and whether the request serves only a small number of students.

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The board considered Resolution 26-05-EN-01 to appoint a viewer for the potential establishment of Toman Ranch Road as a county road. Public Works Director Gene Legurski outlined the statutory viewer process, the school district’s role as lead petitioner (the district would pay the $1,500 mailing fee), and said a viewer’s report historically costs around $8,500.

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