Public Works Meeting with Commissioners 9-29-2026

Bonneville County Public Works meeting with the commissioners, September 29, 2026. The board discussed Amendment No. 18 to Great West Engineering’s contract for permitting and planning a new construction-and-demolition pit, valued at $282,700. Commissioners raised concerns about committing county funds before securing the proposed property and clarifying contingencies if DEQ does not approve the site. The amendment was tabled pending progress toward signed property agreements and clearer protections; the transcript does not establish approval of the amendment. The board approved a $31,235 contract with Atlas for special inspections at the transfer station’s scale houses and administration building. The cost was not separately identified in the budget but was expected to be covered by available capital-construction funds, including savings from the project coming in under its earlier estimate.

The commissioners also approved board orders for utility relocations associated with the Sand Creek and Willow Creek bridge projects. The orders include a November 1 deadline, which prompted concern about the short notice to affected utility companies and the timing of construction. Other discussion covered traffic detours and project coordination, including anticipated roadwork next year, and a forthcoming amendment to the county’s agricultural protection area ordinance and related fees. No additional contract awards or purchasing decisions were identified.