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Commissioners table CentOS AED service agreement; staff to confirm device counts and funding sources
Summary
County leaders paused action on a proposed subscription-style AED service agreement with CentOS, asking staff to confirm how many devices need replacement and which departments will fund monthly costs.
The Rogers County Board of County Commissioners tabled consideration of a service agreement with CentOS First Aid and Safety to replace and maintain automated external defibrillators (AEDs) at county facilities, asking staff to provide a firm count of devices and a plan for how recurring costs would be charged.
Shelby Ramsey, account manager for CentOS First Aid and Safety, presented an updated service agreement and an addendum that defined "good and usable condition" for returned devices and a one-time $5.99 per-device charge if items were not returned in the prescribed condition. Ramsey said the proposed program includes diagnostics, replacement pads and batteries, alarm cabinets and monthly maintenance checks, and that there is no upfront purchase charge under the subscription model. Ramsey listed a per-unit monthly fee of $112.50.
Why it matters: Upgrading AEDs and securing maintenance affects public safety in county facilities, including the courthouse, jail and election board locations. The subscription model spreads costs across departments but requires clarity about which budget lines will pay recurring monthly invoices.
What commissioners asked and directed
- Commissioners asked staff to confirm how many units are required and which facilities will be covered. Transcript discussion referenced 12–14 potential units across the courthouse, jail, election board and county building, but commissioners requested a firm, detailed count before approving the service agreement.
- Commissioners asked for clarification about buy-back of old devices and whether jail and sheriff invoices should be combined or billed separately; staff and the vendor said they can invoice by address and accommodate department needs.
- The board tabled the item for one week to return with a firm count and funding plan.
Attribution: The vendor presentation was by Shelby Ramsey, CentOS account manager; county staff (Scotty and Bronson) and commissioners discussed counts and funding.
