Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the School Safety Mapping topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Board approves Critical Response Group to map schools under House Bill 31-66
Summary
The Gilmer County Board of Education voted to hire Critical Response Group to produce school safety maps required by House Bill 31-66, with the superintendent saying the vendor meets all statutory components; the board discussed an estimated $8,000 cost per school and potential partial state reimbursement.
The Gilmer County Board of Education on a voice vote approved hiring Critical Response Group (CRG) to produce the school-mapping services the district needs to comply with House Bill 31-66. Superintendent (S1) said CRG "can meet every component of that bill" and that the maps will be shareable with local enforcement.
Board members discussed cost estimates during the debate. One member (S6) summarized the estimate as "about $8,000" per school, and others noted state funding likely to cover a portion; S1 reported recollection of roughly $4,500 from the state per school but said final reimbursement amounts were not confirmed. The board agreed the estimated cost does not exceed the district bid threshold and moved forward with CRG as the vendor.
Supporters said the work will aid first responders and visiting emergency personnel by providing clear, standardized building maps and naming conventions. No public amendment or substitution to the recommendation was made; the motion to accept the superintendent's recommendation was moved and seconded and carried by voice vote.
Next steps: district staff will finalize contract terms with CRG, confirm the exact per-school cost and available state funding, and schedule mapping work with CRG to meet the statutory timeline for HB 31-66 compliance.
