Commissioners approve $3.035 million in vouchers; note nearing expirations for tax-exemption incentives

County staff presented vouchers totaling $3,035,208.59 and asked the commission to approve payments and allocations.

A staff presenter summarized the largest items: $569,055.50 allocated to social service agencies; $861,387.93 to Bedes Construction for a progress payment on the Northwest 46/Fielding and Rochester Road project paid from the half‑cent retailer sales tax; and $123,900 for progress on a 911 console project funded by ARPA/SLFRF interest. "Commissioners, we have vouchers this morning that total $3,035,208.59," the presenter said.

Commissioner Cook moved to approve the vouchers; Commissioner Rippon seconded, and the motion carried, 3-0.

Separately, the commission considered 10 renewals of tax-exemption incentives for economic development for 2026. County staff and the counselor's office said each item met the resolution criteria; commissioners noted several exemptions are approaching the end of their term and instructed the clerk's office to track fiscal impacts. The commission approved the renewals 3-0.