Bradford County BOCC Meeting 4/7/26 @9:30AM

The Bradford County Board of County Commissioners held a meeting on April 7, 2026, which included public hearings on zoning changes and an ordinance amendment to the county's purchasing policy. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to public comments opposing the proposed lease of the Douglas building for an ICE detention center, citing environmental contamination concerns, potential economic and social impacts, and community opposition. The board discussed alternative uses for the Douglas property, including a letter of intent from a local manufacturing business interested in leasing the site for industrial purposes. The commissioners expressed a consensus to explore all options for the property, emphasizing transparency and environmental considerations. Additionally, the board approved a capital improvement item to purchase an airburner incinerator costing $213,000, which is expected to reduce debris disposal costs and provide mutual aid to neighboring Clay County. Other agenda items included appointing a citizen member to the value adjustment board and discussing a tax deed sale property. No final decisions were made regarding the ICE detention center lease, but the board showed interest in pursuing industrial development opportunities for the Douglas building.