The board approved the payment of bills and discussed implementing a software program called Simply Gov to streamline processes for the Planning Commission, with costs shared across multiple departments. The Commissioners authorized the repayment of advances of funds for the Muskingum County General Fund and accepted bids for new wells 8 and 9 for the Water Department, subsequently awarding the bid to Layne Christensen Company. Additionally, discussions were held regarding jail construction, an Information Technology Risk Assessment and Technology Roadmap Project, a designated fiscal agency dialogue, and various administrative resolutions, including the rescission of a prior resolution regarding Human Resources.
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The meeting involved several administrative and financial approvals, including the hiring of personnel for Rambo Memorial Health Center and the payment of various bills. The board authorized supplemental appropriations for community development and human resources, alongside line-item transfers and the repayment of an advance of funds. Key actions included approving a pay application for the New Jail Project and authorizing payment for employee flu shots. The commissioners also addressed departmental updates regarding parking lot renovations, blighted properties, cybersecurity training, phone contracts, and a letter of intent for a sustainable water infrastructure project. Additionally, the board authorized the signing of grant program documents.
Jul 9, 2026·Board meeting
Muskingum County Board of Commissioners Minutes
The Board of Commissioners conducted several legislative and administrative actions, including awarding bids for county road projects and authorizing a fund-to-fund transfer for the County Engineer's Office. They signed a contract for the 2026 Road Resurfacing Project and approved the acceptance of several roads into the Perry Township inventory. The Board held an executive session regarding maintenance personnel and discussed jail construction updates, including road closures and storm drains. Employment approvals were finalized for Desktop Technician positions, and the Board reviewed an invoice from the Sheriff's Department related to inmate housing. Additionally, the Commissioners requested a plan from Children Services regarding preventative measures and received updates from IT staff concerning the phone system, cybersecurity training, and recording systems.
Jul 2, 2026·Board meeting
Muskingum County Commissioners Minutes
The board approved various financial transactions, including line item transfers for the Sheriff's Office and supplemental appropriations for the Water Department, the Board of Developmental Disabilities, and sprinkler repairs at the fairgrounds. Actions were taken to authorize funding applications for water projects, sign a contract for a bridge replacement, and approve change orders and pay applications for the New Jail Project. The board also opened a public hearing for the 2027 Tax Budget, received reports on blighted properties and information services, and discussed fairgrounds maintenance and updates on the county phone system.
