Geauga County Board of Commissioners Session—May 5, 2026

The Geauga County Board of Commissioners held a session on May 5, 2026, during which they addressed multiple procurement and contracting matters. Key actions included approval of a one-year service contract with Rice Oil and Environmental LLC for oil water separator cleaning services, and a five-year contract with Fire Protection Solutions for inspections and repairs of backflows at county facilities. The board also approved a one-year HVAC and plumbing maintenance contract with Go Green Heating Air Conditioning. Capital improvement projects were discussed, including a $307,800 street improvement project for Allen Boulevard and Tilden Avenue, and a $1.3 million asphalt resurfacing project funded locally through the road and bridge levy and gas tax funds. Additionally, the board approved a resolution to bid out pavement marking services for approximately 78 miles of county roads. The commissioners authorized a change order increasing the contract for the Maintenance Barn Roof Replacement Project to replace gravity vents. They also approved termination of a vending machine contract and discussed plans to pursue healthier vending options. A subordination agreement request related to a revolving loan fund for Great Lakes Growers was discussed, emphasizing job creation and local economic benefits. Public comments included concerns about local gas tax expenditures and county representation at regional meetings. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on contract approvals, capital projects, and service agreements impacting county infrastructure and operations.