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Select board approves $2,000 for Whitcomb Hall sound system to improve in‑room audibility
Summary
The select board authorized up to $2,000 from the Technology Expendable Trust Fund to purchase a portable PA/sound system (quoted $1,743.28) for Whitcomb Hall to improve in‑room audibility for meetings and community events; staff said the system would not materially change online audio.
The board approved funding to upgrade Whitcomb Hall's in‑room audio by purchasing a portable PA system, two speakers and cabling to amplify table microphones and provide a handheld mic for audience use. An AV presenter walked the board through the proposal, which would leave the existing table mics in place and add amplifier and mixing functionality to aid deliberative sessions and community events.
The quoted cost in the packet was $1,743.28. Board members discussed whether to buy one portable system or plan for separate systems when meetings move to the renovated town hall; staff advised that the quoted package is self‑sufficient, wireless where possible, and can be made somewhat portable for future use. The board voted to authorize up to $2,000 from the Technology Expendable Trust Fund to purchase the system and one additional handheld microphone if desired.
Presenters noted the purchase will improve in‑room audibility for people in the room, including people with hearing difficulties, but it was not expected to materially change the audio feed for online viewers without additional hardwiring.
