Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors Meeting - 06-23-2026

The Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on June 23, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of a three-year contract with Splunk LLC for a security information and event management platform at an annual cost of $24,963, and the award of a $12,880 contract to Communications Engineering Company for professional services and parts to upgrade the county's conference room AV system. The board also approved a specialty variable co-pay design program addendum with Navatus, the county's pharmacy benefit manager, aimed at realizing cost savings on specialty medications. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved multiple revised county policies related to autopsy transportation fees, change order thresholds, tax sale acquired properties, roadside ditch soil removal, vacating right-of-way procedures, confidentiality, bad check fees, and management staff benefits. A significant discussion focused on the maintenance and funding of the Washburn drainage district, including plans to solicit contractor bids for vegetation removal and the establishment of a sinking fund for future maintenance, with an emphasis on resident engagement and assessment procedures. The board also authorized a township town hall meeting to improve communication with rural residents and township trustees. Overall, the meeting involved multiple contract approvals, policy updates, and strategic planning for infrastructure maintenance and budget management.