Lee County Facilities and Maintenance Committee Meeting - 09/15/2026

The Lee County Facilities and Maintenance Committee met on September 15, 2026, to discuss ongoing and upcoming capital improvement projects and maintenance activities. Key procurement-related topics included updates on the Old Courts retaining wall project, which is delayed pending state approval from Nicor, with tentative plans to begin tree removal in February and excavation in March 2027. The committee is pursuing a state grant to upgrade the courthouse HVAC system, including replacing boilers and thermostatic valves, with a grant application due on September 20. Bids were received for parking lot pavement work, and landscaping and concrete pricing are expected soon, with the project postponed until spring due to budget and scheduling considerations. Additionally, the committee discussed voltage monitoring equipment procurement to address inconsistent incoming power issues across facilities. There was also mention of potentially subcontracting the VA second-floor remodel to catch up on delayed work. No votes or motions were recorded in the transcript, but several action items related to vendor pricing and grant applications were noted.