The meetings covered various administrative and project-related actions, including the appointment of a Chairperson, the adoption of Standing Rules, and the appointment of the Director of Community Services. The board approved multiple financial matters, including the auditing of claims, budget appropriations for capital reserves, and the transfer of funds for highway department lease payments. Engineering and professional service contracts were awarded for various infrastructure projects, such as bridge and culvert replacements and a school reuse study. Additionally, the board authorized the termination of a roof replacement contract and designated the local workforce development area.
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The Lewis County Board of Legislators convened to address various issues including community development block grant applications for housing needs assessment and microenterprise grant programs. They also discussed the inclusion of properties for Agricultural District #6. Reports were presented by county officers and departments, including budget updates and annual reports. The board approved the insurance renewal package, authorized invitations for bids on hot asphalt and bulk oil, and awarded bids for various materials. Discussions also included updates on the Lewis County General Hospital building project and the COVID-19 situation, including vaccination efforts and potential changes to visitation restrictions. The county is seeking Johnson and Johnson vaccines to reach homebound individuals. There were conversations around school reopening guidelines and the potential for a resolution to include DPW workers and plow drivers as essential workers for vaccination eligibility. Additionally, the board approved budget transfers, agreements for drug and alcohol testing, and amendments to the fiber optic network service agreement.
