Green River Courthouse elevator modernization approved at $413,360

The Sweetwater County Board unanimously approved a $413,360 contract with KA Incorporated to modernize the Green River Courthouse elevator.

"This elevator is original to the building and needs to be modernized to meet current code and accessibility needs," said Gene Leerski, public works director. Leerski described replacing the 1964 control and hoist systems, installing a modern control package and safety devices (including a light curtain to prevent doors closing on a person), and adding communications to accommodate deaf or hard‑of‑hearing users. The historic door trim will be retained to preserve the facility’s character.

Commissioners discussed scheduling to avoid an extended elevator outage during election cycles; Leerski said staff will work with contractor delivery and county election schedules and expects a roughly six‑week project once work begins.

The motion to award the elevator modernization contract was moved by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Commissioner Jones, and carried unanimously.

Next steps: finalize contract documents and develop a work schedule that avoids critical courthouse activities and the election calendar.