Trumbull County Commissioners - Workshop 6/16/2026

The Trumbull County Commissioners held a workshop on June 16, 2026, where they discussed several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement actions included approval of additional appropriations totaling over $400,000 for various county departments, including $215,000 from the casino fund for cybersecurity services benefiting the entire county. A change order was approved for $8,000 to United Contractors Inc. to enhance security in the Sheriff's Office Evidence Room, revising the contract total to $79,000. The commissioners also approved a contract award to RT Vernal for the 2026 paving program with a bid of $9,375,519, covering resurfacing of major roads. Additionally, a $13,200 contract was awarded to Hillbar and King accounting firm for community development block grant accounting services. The meeting included discussion of a significant financial issue involving improper fund usage dating back to 2019, with a potential repayment of approximately $1.2 million to correct past budget misallocations. The commissioners considered options for repayment plans to mitigate budget impact. Other topics included approval of a multi-jurisdictional housing plan, IT relocation services costing $53,720, and community infrastructure projects funded by grants. The meeting concluded with concerns about animal shelter capacity and coordination with local municipalities, as well as discussions on property tax relief measures and reappraisal costs.