# Garland County Quorum Court & Committee Meetings (9/14/26)

The Garland County Quorum Court meeting held on September 14, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key topics included updates on the senior citizens center construction project, which is approximately 2% over budget due to change orders related to unexpected rock removal and utility line adjustments. The court approved budget transfers totaling $34,000 for capital improvements, including the purchase of property at the Blowout Mountain tower site and a generator for the coroner's office. The court also passed resolutions supporting state general obligation bonds (Act 578 of 2025) aimed at funding water and sewer infrastructure projects, although some members expressed concerns about the direct benefits to Garland County. Additionally, the court approved ordinances obligating remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for software and services, and called for an election on Sunday alcohol sales in Hot Springs. Discussions also touched on procurement processes, vendor selections, and cooperative purchasing agreements for police vehicles. The meeting included public comments on human trafficking awareness and election integrity, but no new contracts or RFPs were specifically announced.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 14, 2026

### Sources
- [Garland County Quorum Court & Committee Meetings (9/14/26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NZMa1daWLw) - Garland County Library