Board of Supervisors - Open Session - September 22, 2026

The Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors held an open session meeting on September 22, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. Key discussions included approval of a labor-only contract for window repairs at the public health services building, with a cost of $8,144 to be charged to the buildings and grounds budget. The board approved a quote for additional UKG software modules to consolidate HR, payroll, and timekeeping systems, aiming to avoid upcoming price increases. They also authorized a contract with Wick Spark for employee wellness services, with an estimated first-year cost of approximately $9,948. The board considered infrastructure projects for county conservation, including a $300,000 replacement of an overlook deck and a bridge replacement project, with plans to seek engineering bids and funding strategies. Additionally, the board approved a 90-day extension on a property sale agreement contingent on a $25,000 non-refundable earnest deposit. Discussions also covered employee contribution fund refunds and ongoing capital projects, including a $4.8 million USDA-funded water plant upgrade. Overall, the meeting focused on approving contracts, managing budgets, and planning capital improvement projects to support county infrastructure and services.