YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Yuma County plans to spend $250 million on more than 100 projects over the next five years.

Next year's projects are expected to cost just over $130 million, with four in particular being highlighted.

“We need to get these jobs out to bid quickly because with inflation and other factors that are going on in the construction industry, we're starting to see big discrepancies in our budgets,” said Tony Reyes, Yuma County Board of Supervisors, District 4.

According to the 2024-25 capital improvements plan, construction of a new courthouse will cost more than $30 million, courthouse renovations will cost just over $2.5 million, the health department will cost more than $11 million and a major relocation of the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension will cost more than $5 million.

The administration building is scheduled to open around fall of next year.

County Budget Director Tony Strzok explained why investing in new buildings is so important.

“Investing in the future of the county is important, and I want to ensure the facilities and services available to the county allow it to meet its responsibilities,” Strzok said.

The county is also sharing how these renovations will improve the neighborhood.

“Constructing a state-of-the-art building will enhance the downtown district and provide significant energy and efficiency benefits for the residents of Yuma County,” Strzok said.

The courthouse will also be refurbished as a new area for the Justice Court, with work on that currently in its early stages.