# 7/7/26 Grand Forks County Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Grand Forks County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on July 7, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. Key procurement discussions included approval of a $3,000 change order for concrete repairs on the parking ramp renovation project, with contingency funds available. The board also reviewed and unanimously approved the Township Mileage Certification, which impacts state funding. A significant policy decision was made regarding the county's payroll system upgrade with Tyler Technology, moving from twice-monthly to bi-weekly pay cycles, implementing hourly tracking for salaried non-exempt employees, and offering optional interest-free pay advances to mitigate employee financial impact. The board emphasized the need for a soft launch and troubleshooting phase before full implementation. Additionally, the commissioners discussed a request from the city of Emo for up to $132,000 in emergency water supply repair costs, agreeing to consider options including a zero-interest loan or grant, with a follow-up plan to be presented in two weeks. Finally, the board reviewed a proposed amendment to the home rule charter to allow the county to set levy limits independently of state law, with further analysis and a vote planned for a future meeting.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Grants & Funding
**Published:** July 07, 2026

### Sources
- [7/7/26 Grand Forks County Board of Commissioners Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-SBi4Fnfk0) - Grand Forks County