Board of Supervisors Address Ongoing Roadwork

The Board of Supervisors met on Wednesday, Nov. 19, to discuss road work and economic development.

After a prayer and the approval of the meeting minutes, a discussion took place regarding the renewal and change orders for several construction projects. These included the Pilot Channel Project, Tech Park Building Project, Grade Drain and Base Project and the widening of Highway 26. Emphasis was placed on coordinating with the city to avoid competition for funding and to prevent any additional costs.

A change order costing approximately $8,000 is needed due to unexpected excavation issues that require further exploration than originally planned. The work is being carried out in phases, with a current emphasis on maintaining access via boat. Additionally, discussions are taking place about managing funds for road maintenance, as there are two different contracts involved for this maintenance work.

The project budget is estimated to be between $500,000 and $600,000 due to several roads in the district being in poor condition. A comparison of previous service history and allocations reveals limitations on available funds, highlighting the urgency for decisions regarding funding and project prioritization.