(KLZA)--Richardson County Commissioners and their special counsel met with representatives of the Road Department Union last Wednesday to negotiate an agreement.

The County submitted a counter-proposal to union proposal submitted in October of 2023. The Union also submitted a counter-proposal for the Board to consider. Following discussion, on the various counter proposals, the County Board said they would need time to consider the last offer proposed by the Union and the two sides will meet again on Wednesday, February 14 for further discussions.

Commissioners approved the purchase of a 40-foot, belly dump trailer from Brazos of Willis Point, Texas in an amount of $38,790. Two other companies were unable to submit bids due to supply issues.