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District to buy two-way radios for campuses using school safety grant funding
Summary
The board approved a $439,200 purchase of two-way push-to-talk radios for school campuses using state school safety and security grant funds; administrators said the radios will standardize emergency communications and serve as backup where audio systems are not available.
The Bibb County Board of Education authorized the superintendent to enter into a purchase agreement with Macon Communications for $439,200 to buy two-way push-to-talk radios for each district campus, funded by the school safety and security grant.
Purpose and use
District staff said the radios will create uniform emergency communications across schools, serve as backup where audio-enhancement systems do not reach (for example, outdoor athletic events), and allow principals to reach custodial and nutrition staff anywhere on campus. The presenter said not all campuses already have two-way radios and this purchase would make availability more uniform.
Vote
The motion to authorize the purchase was moved and seconded and passed unanimously; the item will be placed on the consent agenda.
