Board approves construction change orders and contract increases totaling more than $2.7 million

Yamhill County commissioners approved change orders and contract amendments Sept. 3 that update project scope and raise contract totals for county construction projects.

The board approved change orders Nos. 2, 3, 4 and 5 to a contract with Haworth Construction Inc., bringing the contract total to $1,723,330.59 (retroactive through Sept. 1, 2026). Staff described additions to scope including fire‑code work, electrical upgrades and interior finishes. County staff said the additional costs will be paid from the capital reserve fund and noted some work was completed without additional charge, mitigating the net impact.

Separately, the board approved amendment No. 1 to contract PW26002CON with Roy Howe Construction LLC, increasing the total to $1,073,574 and extending the effective date through Oct. 31. Commissioners discussed the projects at a high level and expressed satisfaction with coordination and cost‑mitigation efforts. Both motions passed unanimously.