BOC Meeting 08/20/2026

The Portage County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 20, 2026, which included recognition of National Emergency Management Awareness Month and commendations for the county's emergency management and urban search and rescue teams. Procurement-related discussions focused on contract approvals, including entering into an agreement with Utility Service Company, Inc. for a 15-year meter maintenance program and an advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) full-service implementation for the Portage County Water Systems. Additionally, the board approved an amendment to a legal services contract with the Portage County Prosecuting Attorney for the storm water district. Budget amendments and fund transfers were also reviewed and approved, ensuring appropriations did not exceed official estimates. Updates on capital improvement projects, such as parking lot repairs and electrical work for the sheriff's department, were provided, noting some delays due to weather and emergencies. No new purchasing decisions or bids were discussed beyond these contract actions.