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County communications director outlines radio upgrades, says USDA application could bring $3 million

Okanogan County Board of Commissioners · October 7, 2025
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Summary

County communications staff reported progress on radio site upgrades, console replacements and a Spillman server migration, and said a USDA application/award of about $3 million could fund major radio improvements pending federal approvals.

Mike Ford, who presented as representing the county—s public safety communications function, updated the commissioners on several projects including DC power plant installs, radio console replacements and plans for new tower sites.

Ford said two DC/battery power plants are installed at Tonka and McClure and that console upgrades will occupy staff through October. He notified commissioners that…

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