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Animal control building nearing completion; buildings-and-grounds committee recommends durable flooring and fencing options
Summary
The buildings-and-grounds committee reported substantial progress on the new Animal Control building, discussed flooring and fencing options to improve sanitary durability, and noted a contingency remains for possible minor cost increases.
County leadership reported progress on the new Animal Control building during the buildings-and-grounds committee update at the Aug. 19 meeting. Chair (speaker_6) said the structure is visibly progressed and the committee discussed flooring and fencing options intended to make the facility more sanitary and durable for animals.
The committee noted that while improvements may marginally exceed the project contingency, members believed the long-term benefits and longevity justified the changes. Staff described an available product and installation process that would improve floor durability and sanitation in an animal facility and recommended proceeding with the option if it remains within a reasonable contingency.
No formal budget amendment was made during the meeting; the committee said a modest contingency could cover the changes but noted construction projects often present unforeseen items. The board encouraged continued oversight as final decisions and vendor selections move forward.
