Commissioners Meeting 06-01-2026

The Boone County Indiana Commissioners Meeting held on June 1, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of a $12,820 replacement for a motor in the jail's phone room HVAC unit and a $22,961 contract with JDH Contracting for repairs to the Boone County Justice Center radio tower lighting and structural pads. The board also approved a task permit for waterline installation with a budget not to exceed $35,000, reimbursable by the permittee. Additionally, the commissioners approved a property tax abatement for Ray Zebo Inc., a life sciences company investing $133.8 million in the community, expected to create 31 high-wage jobs. The meeting also covered personnel matters such as posting an interim part-time Emergency Management Agency director position and discussed potential full-time role considerations. A yearly agreement with Baker Tilly for financial services to the auditor was approved. The board supported a grant application by the Boone County Historical Society for exterior repairs requiring a 50-50 match. Several road and bridge closures and infrastructure projects were reported by the highway department. No motions opposed were recorded on procurement items, and the meeting concluded with general comments and adjournment.