Lincoln County treasury raises questions about state-provided computers and DISIS support costs

At the continuation of the budget meeting, Lincoln County’s treasury presenter reviewed the department’s wage scales and said that most proposed increases are wages and related contributions. The presenter said the state supplied new computers under a state program and that the county receives a roughly $500 annual stipend for paper and toner tied to that arrangement.

Board members asked who will provide maintenance for state-provided systems. The treasury presenter said the county has not yet received a bill for DIS/DISIS services and will check whether invoices are being routed through central finance (Wendy) or sent directly to departments. Participants emphasized the need to clarify whether the state or the county will cover ongoing software maintenance and support costs.

Several speakers recommended moving DIS/DISIS costs out of general supplies and into a professional services or contract-services line so the county can track software-support spending separately. The treasury presenter agreed to consult Wendy (the county finance officer mentioned during the meeting) for guidance on proper coding in Black Mountain.

Participants also requested an investment and cash-balance report for reserve funds; the treasury presenter said they would email a cash-balance and investment-earnings report later the same day. No formal votes or contract awards were recorded during the segment; staff committed to follow up on DISIS billing, the elections item, and the investment report.