Scurry County approves water agreement, EMS audit, equipment leases and fireworks contribution
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Summary
At the same meeting commissioners approved a Precinct 1 water‑supply agreement with the Cross family, contracted an OIG‑level EMS billing audit, approved an ice‑machine lease for the EMS building and agreed to contribute $9,600 toward a county fireworks display; multiple procurement items and facility upgrades were also authorized.
The Scurry County commissioners approved several operational contracts and funding decisions at the meeting.
Water agreement: The court authorized a Precinct 1 agreement with the Cross family to use an irrigation well/frac tank for road‑maintenance water. Becky Cross (Speaker 11) told the court the family was offering the arrangement to help county roads; the commissioners voted in favor of allowing the agreement.
EMS billing audit: The court authorized a one‑year consulting agreement with Fitch & Associates to audit ambulance billing and revenue practices at an OIG level. The audit will review a sample of claims and expand if problems are found; a motion to approve the consultant contract passed after brief discussion about scope and frequency.
Equipment and procurement: Commissioners reviewed two quotes for an ice machine for the new EMS building (purchase prices near $6,000, lease options of about $2.85–$2.95/month). After discussing maintenance, warranties and the county’s water conditions, the court authorized staff to proceed with a lease/purchase option. The court also approved a vendor for automatic doors and accepted bids to move forward when weather and scheduling permit.
Community funding: The Snyder Chamber asked the court for $9,600 toward a $28,800 fireworks display marking Scurry County’s 150th anniversary; the court moved and approved the contribution and said the city will also be approached for matching funds.
Other administrative matters: The court reviewed treasurer and personnel reports, discussed several budget transfers and announced accounts payable of $2,134,031.81 (including a debt service payment of $877,002.75 for the LE complex). The court adjourned after confirming upcoming department‑head executive sessions.
Votes at a glance: Precinct 1 water agreement — approved; Fitch & Associates audit (1‑year) — approved; Ice‑machine procurement (lease/purchase decision) — approved (delegate to staff); Automatic doors installation — approved; Chamber fireworks contribution ($9,600) — approved.
Source: Scurry County Commissioners Court meeting minutes and public testimony.
