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Cole County approves $98,165 valve replacement to isolate water systems at sheriff’s department

Cole County Commission · May 5, 2026

Summary

Commissioners approved a contract to install isolating ball valves at the sheriff’s department so sections can be shut off without interrupting the whole building; quoted cost for the work was $98,165 with United Mechanical Services.

County staff told commissioners that replacing the shutoff valves in the sheriff’s department would allow crews to isolate sections of the building during plumbing repairs without shutting down water to the entire facility. The project was presented as necessary to reduce operational disruption and recommended for funding from the sheriff’s contingency fund.

The commission approved a motion to contract with United Mechanical Services to install the ball valves at a quoted cost of $98,165. No further debate occurred; the motion passed unanimously and staff said the contract is on a state contract/cooperative agreement.

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