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Officials say current garage is unsafe, newer trucks don’t fit; work efficiency cited as reason for new facility
Summary
Commissioner David Persons and Road Commissioner Dave Simpson said the current facility is inadequate for modern equipment and worker safety; architect and manager cited OSHA issues and argued remodeling could cost more than new construction.
County and Road Commission officials told the board the existing Road Commission facility presents operational and safety limitations. Commissioner David Persons said after reviewing the site and equipment that he "would not work in the current building as a mechanic, newer trucks do not fit," a point echoed by Road Commissioner Dave Simpson, who said a new building would allow crews to spend more time on the road and improve efficiency.
Architect Martin Ruiter and Manager John Rogers raised compliance and cost concerns: Ruiter said demolition and a new build were included in the budget and that remodeling the existing structure could be more expensive than new construction, and Rogers noted OSHA inspections and cited deficiencies in reports. Commissioners and road officials discussed bathrooms, mechanical systems, and modern shop requirements as drivers of the proposed project.
