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County to begin tests of Project LUIS radio system; rollout set for Nov. 14
Summary
Officials said coverage testing for Project LUIS will start in late September for two weeks, with an operational target of Nov. 14 and school integration after the Christmas break; training lodging costs (~$900) will be funded from Meridian Waste earmarked funds.
Town Manager Rodney Newton and County Administrator Tracy M. Gee told the board the county’s new radio communications upgrade, Project LUIS, will enter coverage testing in late September, a two-week testing window designed to validate coverage across the county.
The county plans to begin operational use of the system on Nov. 14. Newton said the school system will be added to the radio network following the Christmas break to accommodate scheduling and training. Administrator Gee said trainers will require travel and lodging for in-service sessions, with lodging estimated at about $900; she plans to use funds Meridian Waste earmarked for the radio system to cover training costs.
No vote was required; the item was presented as an informational update and staff was directed to proceed with testing and scheduling for training and school integration.
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