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Court debates sheriff’s ROV and drone funding while judge rules out county crowdfunding
Summary
Justices and the sheriff’s office argued over a requested Deep Trekker ROV and other safety equipment; deputies said the ROV speeds recoveries and reduces overtime and safety risk, while the county judge said the county will not pursue crowdfunding for the purchase.
A proposal to buy a Deep Trekker remotely operated vehicle and related equipment prompted a sharp discussion about operational needs, grants and who should pay.
Justice Smith suggested community fundraising as a way to buy the roughly $190,000 ROV, saying it could be a compelling local story and might speed acquisition. "What if the community went nuts for it and we raised that money in 3 weeks?" Smith asked.
Sheriff's‑office supporters and an agency representative replied that the…
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