Delta County Board of Commissioners Meeting 7/21/2026

The Delta County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on July 21, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The board approved payments of bills totaling $1,072.56 in commissioner expenses and awarded two RFPs related to airport projects: one for painting airfield fuel tanks and another for ARFF turnout gear. A resolution was passed to impose a moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining construction for one year to allow for ordinance review. The board also approved a $5,000 retainer fee for an attorney specializing in 911 plan amendments, with funds coming from the dispatch budget. Additionally, the board authorized the purchase of a new repeater for the Lathrop Tower at a cost not to exceed $10,000, funded from the dispatch budget. A significant discussion and motion were made to move forward with transitioning the county's defined benefit pension plan administration from MERS to an in-house system, aiming for cost savings and greater budget control. The proposed fiscal year 2027 budget was presented as balanced, with a public hearing scheduled for the next meeting. Other personnel actions included approval to fill a custodial position and a seasonal parks clerk position. The board also received an update on a regional indigent defense service proposal that would not increase Delta County's local share of costs. Overall, the meeting focused on budget management, contract awards, and strategic procurement decisions affecting county operations and infrastructure.