8.18.26 Commissioner Meeting

The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 18, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and resolutions. The board approved multiple resolutions covering grant funding allocations, professional service agreements, competitive contracts, bid contracts, and lease agreements. Notably, they adopted a resolution establishing a mandatory project labor agreement (PLA) policy for public works projects with an estimated cost of $1 million or more, aiming to prioritize local employment and ensure project quality and timeliness. The board also discussed budget matters, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for building improvements, and addressed concerns about parking during construction at a county facility. Additionally, there was a focus on accountability regarding expenditures for new jail facility locks and the potential reuse of those locks in future projects. The meeting featured a retirement honor for longtime county administrator Jerry Del Rosso and included public participation and commissioner comments on various agenda items.