News : Stone from old jail now becoming part of new LEC

The old block came off the LEC when it was demolished and is being added to the new LEC now.

Workers attache the limestone blocks from the old Law Enforcement Center to the new structure.

Two rows of stone will be set , followd by new red-tone brick above it.

Multiple waterproofing surfaces will protect the concrete block walls.

The limestone blocks saved from the old Benton County Law Enforcement Center are now being installed along the west and north walls of the new LEC.

Along with the brick and block work, the pouring of concrete continues, as well as the digging and linking of the geothermal system.

Project manager Jerry Petermeier gave the supervisors and update on the building during their meeting on Tuesday. He also told the supervisors that the Vinton City Council gave him the authority to close Third Street between the jail and courthouse when he deems it necessary.

The supervisors and Sheriff Randy Forsyth also discussed the possibility of making Third Street into a one-way street. More discussion is anticipated in the future.