Cole County approves United Mechanical repairs at sheriff's office, authorizes additional drainage work

Cole County Commission · September 9, 2026

Summary

The commission approved $6,900 in repairs with United Mechanical Services for HVAC issues in the sheriff's office IT room and authorized up to $3,500 more for drainage repiping to prevent repeated clogs, following staff presentations about recurring failures and warranty history.

Facilities staff (S10) briefed the commission about recurring HVAC unit problems in the sheriff's office IT room, saying units were alarming and not draining properly. Staff provided a quote from United Mechanical for repiping the three units to separate drains and correct slope, stating a $3,500 price for the drainage repairs in addition to other repair costs.

A motion was made and commissioners approved $6,900 in repairs with United Mechanical Services and a not-to-exceed $3,500 for additional drainage work. The chair and commissioners expressed concern about warranty coverage and asked staff to proceed under the approved not-to-exceed terms.

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