May 27, 2026 Mahoning County Commissioners' Board Meeting

The Mahoning County Commissioners held their board meeting on May 27, 2026. Key procurement-related actions included approval of advertisements for bids related to sanitary engineering projects and legal notices for public hearings and funding releases. The board approved several contracts and agreements, including a $2,750 contract for garage door repairs, a $10,000 emergency lateral hookup agreement with Utility Contracting, and a $40,000 professional services contract with Aqua Ohio for annual financial audit reporting. A major capital project award was approved for the Glenwood Avenue road diet project, with a contract awarded to Shelly Sands for $7,444,908.85 using non-general funds. Additionally, the board authorized a lease agreement with Alta Care Group and approved a $6,000 sponsorship grant to the Youngstown Class B Baseball for the NABF World Series. The meeting also included a resolution to extend a public health service funded by the American Rescue Plan and acceptance of the Community Housing Impact and Preservation Program (CHIP) grant for 2026. Public safety procurement was highlighted by the Sheriff's Office discussion of acquiring a new Bearcat armored vehicle to replace an aging unit, emphasizing ongoing county support for law enforcement equipment and safety. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of local cultural institutions and community events tied to the America 250 celebration.