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County Engineer Raises Concerns Over “Irresponsible” Bridge Contractor

Montgomery County Board Meeting | December 9, 2025

Article Summary: The Montgomery County Board and its Roads & Bridges Committee addressed serious performance issues regarding a contractor currently working on township bridge projects. County Engineer Cody Greenwood presented a list of compliance and safety concerns to the committee.

Contractor Issues Key Points:

  • Material Manipulation: The engineer reported the contractor altered materials to give the appearance of proper installation while using minimal quantities.

  • Equipment & Safety: The contractor reportedly lacks necessary equipment and maintains traffic control only upon official notification.

  • Future Bidding: The committee discussed options to prevent the firm, Yamnitz & Associates, from securing future bids.

The Montgomery County Board on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, received a report from the Roads & Bridges Committee regarding ongoing issues with a contractor hired for township bridge projects.

During the committee meeting on Dec. 3, County Engineer Cody Greenwood presented a detailed outline of “past and continuing issues” observed with Yamnitz & Associates. Greenwood stated these issues have affected project performance, compliance, and overall trust.

According to the committee minutes, specific allegations against the contractor include manipulating materials to appear as though they were installed according to plans when only minimal quantities were used. Greenwood also reported that the contractor lacks appropriate equipment, refuses to utilize local labor, and only maintains traffic control measures when given official notification.

The report indicated there are concerns that the contractor may manipulate project timing to limit necessary on-site inspections. The Roads & Bridges Committee discussed potential methods to avoid these issues in the future, including the possibility of not accepting future bids from the company.

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