Columbia County | Public Works and Engineering Services Committee Meeting (September 22nd)

The Columbia County Public Works and Engineering Services Committee met on September 22, 2026, to discuss several procurement and contract matters related to county infrastructure and services. Key procurement actions included approval of the purchase of three replacement tractors and a flex wing mower totaling $295,614.67 through state contract quotes, and a $129,700 purchase of a new pipeline inspection camera for stormwater operations via Sourcewell. The committee also approved a $16,475 change order to a contract with Goodwin Mills for right-of-way and floodplain studies funded by T2 funds, and a $300,752 change order to East Coast Grading for resurfacing projects under the LRA and LIG programs. Additionally, the committee authorized the abandonment and sale of certain roadway tracts no longer needed due to school relocation, and approved a contract for restriping and pavement marking improvements funded by a $520,000 SAP grant. Updates on ongoing projects such as Furious Ferry Road were provided, confirming the project remains on schedule for completion within the year. Motions to move these items to the full board were passed without opposition.