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Board signs 2026 SafeAssure contract, approves warrants and schedules special budget meeting
Summary
County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong presented the 2026 SafeAssure contract (3% price increase) and the board approved payment; the board also approved September warrants totaling $68,006.38 and scheduled a special budget meeting for Sept. 23 to continue budget discussions after Commissioner Appel raised insurance and building cost concerns.
County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong presented the 2026 SafeAssure contract and noted the price increased by 3%; the board approved and signed the contract and authorized payment of $9,764.96. The board also approved a letter of support for the String Lake Project.
Commissioner Tom Appel led a discussion on health insurance rates for 2026 and said a meeting with Blue Cross Blue Shield is scheduled for Sept. 17. Appel reviewed year‑end balance numbers and upcoming large building expenses; the board voted to hold a special meeting on Sept. 23 at 1:00 p.m. for further budget discussion. The board approved September warrants totaling $68,006.38 across multiple funds, including $29,028.41 for the Road and Bridge Fund.
