During a recent Adams County Board meeting, supervisors approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting without any discussion. The board then moved on to public participation, where concerns were raised regarding Ordinance 15, which proposes amendments to the county's building construction regulations.

Supervisor McLaughlin expressed his opposition to the ordinance, highlighting a legal opinion that identified the zoning administrator as the building inspector, despite the county board's historical role in appointing this position. He criticized the proposed changes as a way to circumvent existing rules that were not being enforced.

Public speaker Jody Shapey echoed these concerns, urging the board to vote against the ordinance. She emphasized the importance of transparency and ethical governance, arguing that the proposed amendments would merely cover up past mistakes rather than rectify them.

In response to a question from Supervisor Kabarski about the future of building inspections, it was confirmed that the county has contracted an outside firm to handle these services since June 1.

The board is expected to vote on the ordinance in the coming sessions, with significant implications for the county's regulatory framework and governance practices.