Grady County Commissioners Regular Meeting August 10, 2026

The Grady County Commissioners held a regular meeting on August 10, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. The board reviewed and approved various purchase orders, including blanket purchase orders that had exceeded their limits, primarily related to payroll and emergency management supplies. They approved an easement agreement with PSO for fiber installation at the Grady County Fairgrounds and discussed a proposal to temporarily lease a chiller for the courthouse, with estimated costs around $20,000 to $25,000 for the first month and subsequent monthly rents. The commissioners also addressed the need for mold testing at the sheriff's department building, considering quotes ranging from $1,500 to $2,500, and approved changes to receiving officers for highway and emergency assistance departments. Additionally, they ratified a lease agreement with Stanley Systems for a copier and approved the use of county deductible funds to cover hail damage to a construction vehicle. Public comments focused heavily on environmental and community concerns related to a proposed data center, but no direct procurement actions were taken on that issue during the meeting. The board also discussed tabling certain items related to ICE program contracts pending further review. Overall, the meeting involved routine procurement approvals, budget appropriations, and discussions on facility maintenance and infrastructure support.