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Board weighs CDBG and capital funds to pay for airboat; members caution on reserve levels
Summary
County staff said about $109,000 remains in CDBG funds and suggested using part for the airboat; board members discussed preserving capital reserves (~$200,000) for building repairs and contingencies before approving a funding plan.
County staff told the board there is roughly $109,000 available in a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) balance and suggested using a portion of those funds alongside capital-improvement money to cover the airboat purchase.
During discussion, commissioners emphasized the need to preserve a capital cushion for unexpected repairs, citing a target near $200,000. One staff member said, "I have a 109,000. At this point, we can use it for anything we want to." Several board members proposed repaying any capital drawdown over the next one to two years so the reserve would be replenished.
The board approved proceeding with the purchase while directing staff to provide final numbers and a funding breakdown in forthcoming paperwork.
