Wayne County Commissioners Meeting of September 9, 2026

The Wayne County Commissioners held a meeting on September 9, 2026, covering a range of topics including IT infrastructure upgrades, public safety, and infrastructure projects. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a contract with HWC Engineering for consulting services related to compliance with House Bill 101, with attention to reimbursable expenses and deliverables. The commissioners also approved applying for two Community Crossings grants totaling $305,000 with matching funds for bridge rehabilitation and guardrail improvements. Additionally, a motion passed to donate surplus equipment to the Richmond Police Department. The meeting addressed staffing needs for the 911 dispatch center, proposing an additional full-time position contingent on interlocal agreements with Union County and the town of Liberty, with funding expected from those partners. Updates on ongoing construction projects, IT system upgrades including email server remediation, and emergency management activities related to recent flooding were also provided. Several motions related to claims approval and meeting scheduling were passed without opposition.