Wayne County Commissioners Meeting of July 29, 2026

The Wayne County Commissioners held a meeting on July 29, 2026, where several procurement and intergovernmental cooperation topics were discussed. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of an addendum to the existing interlocal agreement with Union County to continue dispatch and 911 call services due to Union County's staffing crisis. The commissioners authorized moving forward with consolidation efforts of the 911 dispatch centers, including financial considerations such as budget caps and staffing needs. Additionally, the meeting covered capital improvement projects like the Richmond Parks Department's phase one gorge activation plan and the upcoming contract for the courthouse circle drive construction. There was also mention of a potential contract with HWC consultants for grant writing services related to a new Stellar grant opportunity, with estimated costs between $7,500 and $10,000. The commissioners approved motions related to these procurement activities and emphasized the need for financial prudence to avoid undue costs to Wayne County taxpayers.