At a recent meeting of the Sheridan County Board of Commissioners, officials considered Addendum #1 to the existing Agreement for Professional Services for the Tongue River Kleenburn Area Stream Stabilization & Water Quality Improvement Project. The addendum, which modifies the original contract to address additional work and updated project needs, was presented by County Engineer Ken Muller, who provided details on the scope and anticipated outcomes of the effort.
According to Sheridan Media, the commission voted to approve and accept the addendum after reviewing the engineer’s briefing. The vote signals the county’s continued commitment to the stream stabilization and water‑quality goals outlined in the original project agreement.
The Tongue River Kleenburn Area project is designed to stabilize streams within the Kleenburn region of the Tongue River watershed and to improve water quality for residents and downstream users. By addressing erosion and sedimentation, the project aims to protect the health of local waterways, which are vital for agriculture, recreation, and the overall environment of Sheridan County.
County Engineer Muller explained that the addendum allows the project team to incorporate recent field observations and to adjust the professional services plan accordingly. While the specific technical adjustments were not detailed in the public record, the engineer emphasized that the changes are intended to keep the project on schedule and to ensure that the work meets the county’s standards for environmental stewardship.
Commissioners, who are responsible for overseeing county infrastructure and environmental initiatives, expressed support for the project’s objectives. Their approval of the addendum reflects a broader county strategy to invest in natural‑resource management and to safeguard water resources that support both the local economy and community quality of life.
Residents of Sheridan County can expect the project to move forward under the revised agreement, with the next phases involving on‑the‑ground stabilization work and water‑quality monitoring. The county has not announced a specific timeline for when construction will begin, but officials indicated that the approved addendum clears a key administrative hurdle.
What’s next: The county will continue to coordinate with the project’s professional services team to implement the revised scope of work. Updates on project milestones, including any upcoming public meetings or opportunities for community input, will be posted on the Sheridan County website.
Sources: sheridanmedia.com
