Board and county stress need to secure provider, RFP and licensing risks

Aug 26, 2026

Board members cautioned about licensing delays and suggested securing a qualified operator via an RFP before completing construction; county staff offered help drafting the RFP and rubrics to protect the district from operational risk.

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Several board members said they preferred finding and contracting with an experienced provider before moving too far into construction so the operator could take responsibility for operating costs, utilities and day-to-day management. The presenter argued the district should "go out for the provider immediately" and run an RFP process so the operator can be in place before the building opens.

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