# 9/29/26 Board of County Commissioners: Status Update

Kootenai County Board of County Commissioners status update, September 29, 2026: Facilities Director Jeff Bowler presented options for the Juvenile Justice Center’s failed cooling system. A repair using existing equipment was estimated at about $160,000 and would require an informal bid; a modern system conversion was estimated at about $450,000 plus just under $50,000 for engineering and design. Commissioners expressed support for pursuing the more modern option, but no award or spending approval was made; staff will return with a full proposal and explore potential funding sources. The discussion also covered possible long-term uses or sale of the building, with a market estimate of $4.7 million to $6.1 million, and possible construction of juvenile courtrooms, for which no decision was made.

Human Resources reported selecting local provider Peak One for flexible spending account, dependent-care, and COBRA administration. Its annual budget impact was described as slightly lower than the current arrangement and less than $1,000; Peak One also proposed a reserve deposit of 6% of annual elections, estimated at about $25,000. The agreement was expected to come before the board for review and possible approval at a business meeting; no approval occurred in this discussion. Commissioners also debated the nonrenewal of Hayden’s sheriff’s services contract, representing approximately $1.08 million in county revenue, and discussed a possible month-to-month arrangement while reporting and accountability issues are addressed. They agreed to revisit the matter in two weeks. Jail overtime spending and tracking were discussed, but no procurement action or related vote was taken.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 29, 2026

### Sources
- [9/29/26 Board of County Commissioners: Status Update](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mx1c8SwUzsY) - Kootenai County Idaho