Highways, Waterways & Building Committee Meeting 5/14/26

The Kankakee County Board's Highways, Waterways & Building Committee met on May 14, 2026, to discuss ongoing infrastructure projects and facility maintenance. Key procurement-related topics included updates on the County Highway 9 construction project, which is delayed primarily due to utility relocations involving Aqua and AT&T. The committee also reviewed building maintenance activities, noting 169 work orders completed in April and ongoing preventive maintenance. Significant capital improvement projects were discussed, including storm damage repairs to windows and roofs across multiple county buildings, with cost estimates provided: $3.41 million for roof repairs, $63,940 for stucco repairs, and $485,000 for the public safety building roof. The committee approved moving forward with a contract with architect Cole Jarvis to oversee bidding for flat roof replacements, aiming to secure the lowest responsible bids. A mandatory contractor walk-through was held for the public safety building roof and HVAC remodel, with bid openings scheduled for May 21. The committee emphasized phased roofing projects to manage contractor capacity effectively. No votes on new contracts were recorded, but motions to approve minutes and procedural items were passed. Overall, the meeting focused on managing ongoing construction delays, facility repairs, and upcoming procurement activities for capital improvements.