During a recent government meeting, officials discussed ongoing power outages affecting the courthouse, highlighting concerns over frequent and unexplained power losses. One participant noted that power disruptions often occur overnight, leaving staff to discover the outages upon arrival the next day. The conversation revealed a pattern of power surges that have damaged equipment, prompting suggestions for monitoring systems to identify the source of these issues.

The group agreed to install monitoring devices for a period of three to four weeks to track power fluctuations and determine whether the problems originate from the courthouse or the external power supply. This proactive approach aims to pinpoint the cause of the outages and surges, which have been a persistent concern for the courthouse staff.

Additionally, the discussion touched on the lack of a backup generator for the courthouse, with officials exploring potential funding sources for installation. It was suggested that some counties have successfully secured federal funds for generators, and the group expressed interest in following up on these opportunities.

The meeting also revisited the idea of conducting an energy audit of the courthouse, which has not been performed in over seven years. Officials recognized the potential benefits of such an audit, including identifying energy-saving measures that could reduce costs.

Overall, the meeting underscored the need for improved power reliability and energy management within the courthouse, as officials seek solutions to ongoing electrical issues and explore funding for necessary infrastructure improvements.