Commissioners review bond scenarios, annual payments and a possible 2030–2031 completion window

Presenter reviewed earlier budget numbers—an estimate close to $171 million last year with the court portion around $144 million—and explained how the county and state portions would be allocated under different bond-year scenarios. Presenters described an annual payment range of roughly $8.8 million to $10.7 million depending on the bond term, and noted the county’s portion increased slightly owing to added county space.

Commissioners and staff discussed alternative funding approaches, including upfront grants versus annual payments and whether the county or state would shoulder the bond. Presenter said DFCM can manage construction and that a phased approach (fund design and then pursue construction funding) could help the application compete in a tight state capital budget. The presenter estimated construction could take 2–2.5 years, placing practical completion around 2030–2031 if funding is provided.