Commissioners authorize up to $20,000 for North Lincoln County Search and Rescue boathouse improvements

Lincoln County commissioners on Nov. 1 authorized North Lincoln County Search and Rescue to carry out improvements to the Alpine boathouse and approved up to $20,000 in reimbursable expenses.

Commissioner Harmon moved that the county allow the Search and Rescue group to move forward with boathouse improvements “not to exceed $20,000, payable upon receipts,” and the motion was adopted. Commissioner Hansen described the planned scope as work on a 40‑by‑60 building that would include insulation and finishing the ceiling; electrical and lighting were already in place. Road & Bridge Superintendent Matt McCloud discussed snow‑removal needs to ensure access and said he would consult with the Town of Alpine; the chairman said he would contact the mayor.

What this means: the authorization covers reimbursable costs up to the stated cap and represents county support for facility improvements intended to improve search‑and‑rescue operations. The transcript records the board's authorization but does not provide a vendor contract or detailed budget breakdown beyond the $20,000 cap.