Hall of Justice HVAC upgrade nears completion; county plans formal project close

Savannah Clement, public services, told commissioners the Hall of Justice HVAC upgrade is about 95% complete and the remaining department moves (the clerk's office moving back from a temporary boathouse) will occur next week.

Clement said the project already appears to be reducing utility costs for that building and staff plan a short formal project-close event on June 3 that commissioners are invited to attend. She added the county will pursue an investment-grade energy audit on the administration building using grant or incentive funds where feasible; staff will do a walk-through June 3 and seek funding to cover the audit if available.

Why it matters: staff described the HVAC and lighting upgrades as long overdue investments that will lower energy costs and improve tenant space. Clement said the building consolidation and improvements have immediate operational benefits (fewer external moves) and potential ongoing savings from energy measures.

Next steps: staff will schedule the project close event, circulate details to commissioners, and report back on any audit results or funding secured for further upgrades.