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Supervisors debate security contract for county behavioral health facility; board asks staff for short‑term cover and more analysis
Summary
San Benito County supervisors debated hiring outside security for a county behavioral health clinic and the merits of armed versus unarmed personnel, and asked staff to return with a short‑term option and a full apples‑to‑apples comparison of bids.
San Benito County supervisors discussed whether the behavioral health clinic should use an outside security contractor and whether armed or unarmed guards are appropriate. Representatives of county behavioral health described safety incidents at the clinic and recommended a staffed security presence; staff said three bids were received and that a higher‑priced bidder offered additional training and a preexisting relationship with the clinic.
Speakers included county behavioral health staff, who said an on‑site security person can assist with incident response, de‑escalation and…
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