Commissioner's Meeting, Tuesday 8/11/2026

The Grant County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 11, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. Key procurement discussions included the consideration of increasing commission fees or charging lease fees for equipment in fairground booths, with a recommendation to increase commissions by 5% to recoup equipment costs. The board also reviewed the need to purchase a new body scanner for the sheriff's office due to high costs and maintenance concerns with relocating the existing unit. Funding for this capital purchase was proposed to come from the concessions account, with a budget extension anticipated. Additionally, the Port of Madawa presented on grant-funded infrastructure projects, including a park and water system improvements, seeking confirmation from the board to proceed with registered warrants financing at fair market rates. The board agreed to move forward with these projects and requested updated documentation. Other topics included discussions on fireworks regulations, emergency management updates, and sheriff's office operational reports, but no further procurement actions were taken.