Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors Meeting - 05-12-2026

The Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on May 12, 2026, which included several procurement and contract-related discussions. The board approved a two-year contract extension with Permar Security Services for courthouse security officer services, with a 3% hourly rate increase. Updates were provided on various county infrastructure projects, including road paving, bridge repairs, and HVAC upgrades, with some expenditures funded by ARPA. The board also discussed a zoning request for a private grass landing strip, hearing concerns from neighbors about noise, safety, and environmental impacts, and ultimately decided to table the matter for further information. Additionally, the board considered options to improve public access to meetings via online platforms, including potential YouTube streaming, and approved travel requests for IT staff to attend technology conferences. A significant portion of the meeting focused on ongoing employee training and development programs, including leadership and accountability training, with budget considerations and contract amendments for consulting services discussed and approved. No new tax legislation details were available at the time of the meeting.