SHERMAN – A discussion on the future of the Sherman Highway Barn operated by the county will take place tonight at the Sherman Fire Department.
Earlier this month, County executive Greg Edwards and County Public Facilities Director George Spanos announced they were looking into a possible change in the operation of the County Highway Barn in Sherman. As a cost savings measure, the county is considering closing the barn only for half the year during the summer construction season. Crews that work in the barn would instead report to the highway barns in Sheridan or Falconer. The barn would remain open during the winter plowing season and that it would result in no layoffs. It is estimated that by closing the building during the summer months, the county could save as much as $150,000.
Tonight’s meeting is intended more as a public information session, with both Spanos and Edwards addressing any questions the community may have. It will take place at 7 p.m. in the Sherman Fire Department and is open to the public.
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