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County signs 911 interlocal agreement as officials warn of roughly $571,088 shortfall
Summary
Johnson County approved a recurring interlocal agreement for 911 operations with Clarksville and other municipalities while warning that last year’s 911 operations ran a $571,087.74 deficit and that an AT&T equipment upgrade of about $70k–$75k may require county capital funds.
Johnson County officials presented and the court approved an interlocal 911 agreement with the city of Clarksville and other municipalities, while disclosing a substantial operating shortfall and an upcoming equipment upgrade.
The treasurer reported an approximate $571,087.74 deficit in 911 operations last year after state and city contributions; the city of Clarksville paid about 60% of the costs and Johnson County about 35%, with smaller shares from Lamar and Coal Hill. Officials said 911 funding is tied to state distributions based on phone usage and that receipts can vary; the agreement clarifies cost‑share and sets monthly meetings to review expenses and avoid surprises.
The court also heard that AT&T — which operates the county’s 911 platform — will require an upgrade estimated at $70,000–$75,000. County officials said they expect to share the upgrade cost pro rata (county roughly 35%) and that the purchase may require the county to pay up front and bill partner entities. The court approved continuing the interlocal arrangement and asked legal to review contract language clarifying how maximums and approval thresholds are handled.
Members asked staff to keep monthly communications with municipal partners, to track the impact of the AT&T upgrade on the county budget and to report any capital shortfalls promptly to the court.
