It was about this time last year the DeWitt County Board began a process to have its facility evaluated and thanks to a combination of COVID dollars and a strong budget year, the updates are beginning this spring.

On the WHOW Morning Show Monday, Board Chair Dan Matthews told Regional Radio things are starting with a roof replacement that was approved at the Thursday night meeting.

According to Matthews, the roof was the one area of need they felt needed to be addressed first. That will lead to a flooring project that was also approved last Thursday night.

The projects targeted will take a couple of years to complete. Matthews explains that is to spread the cost out but also some areas of need are not in a dire state demanding attention.

Additionally, the projects can be afforded thanks to the County budgeting for the expenses but in the event, bids come in higher, they could turn to COVID dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). 

Matthews indicates the long-term plan for the County Building will be worked on through the course of the year, prioritizing the County Building's needs.