County approves $3,387 lock replacement after jail maintenance issues; probation remodel update given

Aug 10, 2026

Maintenance staff reported a failed lock and air issues in the jail. Commissioners approved a $3,387 replacement lock for the sheriff’s office and received an update that the adult probation reception area remodel is underway with glass and cabinets ordered.

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Maintenance Supervisor Brent Culbertson told the commissioners that a lock had failed on some jail doors and that there had been problems with the jail air system; he sought authority to obtain repair quotes and proceed with fixes. Commissioner Art Watkins moved to accept the replacement lock for the sheriff’s office for $3,387.00; Commissioner Charles M. Howell seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

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