Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors Meeting - 05-05-2026

The Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on May 5, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and approvals. The board approved payments totaling over $2.1 million, including payroll and departmental expenses. Updates were provided on ongoing county construction projects, such as the bridge work on Dike Road and the Donald Street resurfacing project. The board authorized the county auditor to advertise for a public hearing and bid opening for the annual soup code project funded for fiscal year 2027. A resolution was passed to approve a special permit for the construction of a new 255-foot communications tower by Vertical Bridge and Verizon Wireless, with the project timeline estimated at about two months pending federal clearances. Additionally, the board approved an agreement with Marco Technologies LLC for audiovisual rework in the supervisors' board room, valued at $7,741.23 after negotiated discounts. Discussions also touched on upcoming public health system alignment RFPs affecting multiple counties, which will require significant contracting and administrative oversight. The board reviewed legislative updates related to property tax and TIF changes that may impact future budgeting and procurement. Overall, the meeting focused on contract approvals, project updates, and preparations for upcoming solicitations and budget amendments.