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Sheriff requests architects, inspections and monitoring gear; commissioners approve several jail and facility expenditures
Summary
Sheriff Murray sought architectural planning, inspections and equipment funding for the jail; commissioners approved engaging architects, inspections, HVAC testing and use of opioid funds for inmate monitoring pending reviews.
Sheriff Murray asked the St. Clair County Commission to approve several actions aimed at county detention and facilities needs, and the commission approved the requested items by voice vote.
The commission authorized engaging CMH Architects to prepare plans and cost estimates for a potential jail addition (proposal materials were provided and staff noted the package is lengthy). The commission also approved a $2,250 engagement of Gooden and Company to inspect a vacant building in Ashworth (the former bank) to evaluate HVAC, roof and flashing and to provide a findings report.
On jail systems, the commission approved a Bearfield LLC quote of $11,300 to test and balance the jail HVAC system (a budget amendment is required) and authorized a $9,873 repair for a damaged gate. The sheriff requested reimbursement of inmate-welfare funds of $1,242 to cover a QuickBooks subscription renewal; that reimbursement was approved.
Sheriff Murray also asked the commission to adopt a resolution to use opioid settlement funds to purchase inmate medical monitoring systems and bands from Reassurance Solutions for $18,050 over five years, pending review from the county attorney and auditor; commissioners approved the request and spoke of further procedural review before expenditure.
Why it matters: The items address inmate safety and facility readiness; use of opioid settlement funds for monitoring equipment is subject to attorney and auditor review and represents a designated, restricted funding source.
Next steps: Staff and the sheriff will complete required reviews with the county attorney and auditor before finalizing contracts and budget amendments.
