Trumbull County Commissioners-Workshop 7/28/2026

The Trumbull County Commissioners held a workshop on July 28, 2026, where they discussed multiple procurement and budget-related items. Key procurement decisions included awarding contracts for in-home services such as protective services, homemaker and personal care, and home-delivered meals, with specific allocations to vendors like Country Neighbor, MER and Associates, Care Builders at Home, and the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation. The commissioners also approved several budget transfers and additional appropriations, including funds for sanitary engineering projects and sheriff's office operations. They reviewed agreements related to bridge load ratings and fiber infrastructure projects funded by ARPA. Additionally, the meeting addressed contract concerns with the current CAD vendor for the 911 center, including a pending payment of approximately $70,000 and potential transition to a new vendor. The commissioners discussed updating mileage reimbursement rates in line with IRS guidelines and authorized a $2 million allocation for demolition and brownfield remediation funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Other procurement-related topics included approval of engineering contracts for water improvement projects and consideration of property use agreements with Warren City Schools. The meeting concluded with discussions on budget shortfalls across departments and plans for future public discussions on fund allocations. Motions to approve bills, transfers, and contract awards were passed during the session.