Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors Meeting - 08-18-2026

The Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on August 18, 2026, where several procurement and contract-related matters were discussed. The board approved a change order of $11,929 for the Washburn sewer system pump panel replacement contract with Urban Services LLC, increasing the total project cost to approximately $440,394. The project involved replacing aging pump panels and related infrastructure, funded in part by ARPA dollars. Additionally, the board approved capital equipment purchases including a 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer for $26,710 from McGrath Auto and a 2025 John Deere 344P loader for $132,594.40 with a $25,000 trade-in from Murphy Tractor. The meeting also included a discussion on implementing YouTube live streaming for board meetings to improve public accessibility and transparency, with considerations about staffing, technical setup, and compliance with accessibility standards. Lastly, the board reviewed a draft animal control and welfare ordinance aimed at addressing dangerous and vicious animals, including enforcement and appeal processes, with plans to revise and bring it back for further discussion and eventual adoption.