Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Communications Grant topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Sawyer County committee approves 2026 radio-upgrade grant application and commits matching funds
Summary
The committee approved a resolution to apply for a 2026 public safety radio upgrade grant and, in doing so, committed county matching funds as required by the grant terms; staff said the grant does not by itself fund radio-tower work.
The Sawyer County Public Safety Committee voted to approve a resolution to apply for a 2026 radio-upgrade grant and to commit the county's required matching funds.
Mr. Wagner presented the grant opportunity, explaining it would cover radio upgrades but requires a county resolution to proceed. During debate a committee member clarified: "you're also voting to commit the matching funds with the motion," noting that approval of the grant application carries an obligation for county matching funds. Mark Helwig moved the resolution and Jeff Haney seconded; the motion carried by voice vote.
Staff noted that the grant application covers radio upgrades and may not include other items such as radio-tower construction or unrelated capital work; matching funds and specific eligible costs will be set in grant paperwork if the award is made. The meeting transcript records the committee approving the application and committing matching funds by voice vote.
