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Emergency management cites radio, tower and shelter infrastructure needs; proposes radio conversion to save millions
Summary
Emergency management and 911 staff told commissioners the department held its general‑fund base flat while outlining tower HVAC needs, a proposed conversion of non‑first‑responder radios to cellular that could save $3‑$4 million, and persistent animal‑shelter capacity and HVAC challenges.
Alan Harris, director of Emergency Management, presented the department’s FY26 budget and identified technology and shelter infrastructure as priorities.
Harris said the department’s total FY26 budget request is $13.8 million, about 75% from the general fund and 25% from special‑revenue funds that include the county’s E‑911 and animal services programs. The general‑fund base excluding E‑911 is held flat at $3.3 million in the proposed package, he said.
Harris and staff described capital needs to maintain the county’s emergency radio infrastructure: a request…
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