Council approves $24,667 cost share with county for Graham Road overlay

Town manager Carmen told council the county highway director proposed repaving Graham Road where town jurisdiction abuts the corridor and asked the town to cost‑share. The town’s estimated portion was quoted as $24,667. Carmen said the project is a 1.5‑inch mill/overlay (not a full reconstruction) and emphasized the county had handled similar partnerships with neighboring jurisdictions.

Councilmembers discussed jurisdictional boundaries and the benefits of partnering on the project. "I think it's a good thing," Councilmember Brad Gocker said, noting town staff would still monitor construction and materials. Council moved to approve the requested $24,667 cost share and authorized staff to work with the county to document the agreement through an interlocal agreement; the motion passed by roll call, three to zero.

Staff said the county will likely prepare the interlocal agreement and the town will sign it to document cost obligations and inspection responsibilities. The council authorized the payment and attached the usual legal documentation process.