Site Visit to the 1901 Courthouse

The Board of Supervisors had a site visit with County Attorney Janet Lyness this afternoon. We explored all the offices and courtrooms of the 1901 County Courthouse. Thank you to Janet and everyone that works in the courthouse for putting up with us traipsing through.

We are working on a long range plan for courthouse renovations. Last year we remodeled a courtroom on the 3rd floor and I think it is safe to say it was a roaring success and people are anxious to keep going. I also spent a bit of time post site visit with facilities and Sheriff Deputies talking about the secure entrance and security.

I love the historic courthouse and would love to work in a historic building. I went to high school in a castle and college in the only remaining site of a Lincoln-Douglas debate, so it is in my blood. Historic buildings have to be treated with great care when remodeling and updating technology. This beautiful building was built for a population about 1/6 of where we are today, so all the remodeling in the world won't create the ultimate space needed. Figuring out a plan will take a lot of listening, vision and leadership.

Here are some photos: