Wayne County Commissioners Meeting of August 26, 2026

The Wayne County Commissioners held a meeting on August 26, 2026, where they discussed several procurement and budget-related matters. Key topics included the extension and eventual closure of county-funded debris disposal services at the Hagerstown transfer station following a recent disaster declaration, which was allowed to expire during the meeting. The commissioners approved updated EMS service specifications and authorized the release of a request for proposals to secure a new EMS provider contract. They also approved a memorandum of understanding with the Chamber Center for Excellence to provide a $3,000 to $5,000 bridge grant program funded from the county's fund 112. Additionally, the board authorized the use of unrestricted opioid funds to purchase $6,180 worth of computer equipment for the Cambridge City Police Department. Updates on capital improvement projects such as jail window replacements, courthouse front entrance lighting, and elevator repairs were provided, with scheduling and contractor coordination emphasized. The commissioners also discussed the Ready Downtown Revitalization grant program, considering bonus points for businesses affected by recent flooding. Finally, they approved an increase in the employee mileage reimbursement rate to 64 cents per mile, aligning with state changes, and approved various claims and meeting minutes.