County approves termination of Valley Lock security contract after executive session
Oct 7, 2025
After discussing alternatives in executive session, the Board approved Valley Lock’s termination notice with one textual edit removing a proposed effective date. The county said replacement hardware belongs to the county and will pursue a new security plan.
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The Las Animas County Board of County Commissioners approved termination of Valley Lock’s security services contract Oct. 7 after discussion and a review in executive session. Administrator Phil Dorenkamp and Sheriff Derek Navarette said they had identified a better security system and noted a 30‑day notice requirement to terminate the contract.
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