Trumbull County Commissioners-Workshop 9/1/2026

The Trumbull County Commissioners held a workshop on September 1, 2026, where they addressed several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement discussions included approval of a $17,010.47 change order for the Coroner's Office Renovation Project with Defiance Construction, authorization to advertise a $750,000 CDBG RPIG application for a sewer project, and consideration of capital expenditures totaling approximately $125,000 for critical IT infrastructure upgrades, including a UPS replacement and new routers. The board also approved school resource officer agreements totaling $83,701.78 for the 2026-2027 academic year and a $250 membership fee for the Ohio County Dog Warden Association. Additionally, budget transfers and additional appropriations were approved for emergency management services, the sheriff's office, and other county departments. The commissioners discussed policy considerations regarding lodging tax collection on short-term rentals to promote business equity. The meeting concluded with motions to approve minutes and adjourn.