08/03/2026 Riley County Commission Meeting

The Riley County Commission held a meeting on August 3, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The commission approved an extension of the contract with Howie's Enterprises Inc., now operating as Eco Waste Solutions, for county trash pickup services. Additionally, the commission adopted a resolution to reduce speed limits on several local roads following a public works speed study. Budget discussions focused on funding opioid-related positions in the Health Department and Community Corrections, with the commission approving partial funding allocations (50% for Health Department and 75% for Community Corrections) and emphasizing the need for grant seeking to sustain these programs. The commission also deliberated on capital improvement project (CIP) funding, ultimately deciding to reduce the CIP transfer amount to maintain the mill levy at 38.012. Planning staff provided an update on data center and battery energy storage system developments, highlighting ongoing research and regulatory considerations but no immediate procurement actions. The meeting concluded with procedural approvals and scheduling updates.