Lyon County Commissioners have approved the commencement of the bid-letting process for a multi-million dollar construction project for a county department.
During their weekly action meeting Thursday, commissioners approved the a request to submit a notice to bidders presented by Bruce Boettcher of BG Consultants for an upcoming building project at the Lyon County Highway Department. The full scope of the project will see the construction of two new buildings, a maintenance shop and a bridge shop, encompassing a total of more than 21,000 square feet according to Boettcher.
The project has a budget of $5.4 million and is long overdue according to Assistant Lyon County Engineer Jim Brull. Brull says the limited space in the facilities can lead to a number of safety issues.
Bids will be accepted until 2 pm Dec. 13. The project is scheduled to begin early next year and last approximately 12-14 months.
In other business commissioners:
*Approved letters of support for grants involving CrossWinds Counseling and Wellness and Hetlinger Developmental Services.
*Approved a drug and alcohol telecommuting policy from Human Resources Director Janice Huffman
*Approved a resolution from County Engineer Chip Woods to post weight limits on two bridges due to federal changes
*Approved the annual renewal of the county’s ESRI contract.
*Approved a nearly $13,500 invoice involving Carrot-Top Industries and the purchase of bronze markers for veterans buried in Lyon County presented by Lyon County Clerk Tammy Vopat
The Lyon County Commission will reconvene for its regular action meeting at 9 am Thursday inside of the Lyon County Courthouse Commission Chambers.
