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Commission reviews panic-button replacement, siren remote-activation option and pavement markers for CR-17
Summary
County staff briefed the Commission on replacing courthouse panic buttons, an HQE Systems quote to add remote activation to mass-notification sirens, and pavement-marker costs for CR-17 requested by school bus drivers; commissioners directed staff to collect additional quotes for the panic-button system and asked follow-up questions about siren upgrades.
Jackson County officials presented several public-safety technology items during the Jan. 28, 2026 meeting.
IT Director Ross Boydston reviewed issues with the county's current panic-button system in the courthouse and courthouse annex and recommended a replacement system that, he said, would improve reliability and usability. After discussion the Commission directed Boydston to gather additional vendor quotes so commissioners could compare options.
EMA Director Josh Whitcomb briefed commissioners on problems with the county's CodeRed mass-notification system and presented two quotes from HQE Systems: one package that would allow remote activation of sirens and one without that capability. Whitcomb told the Commission the remote-activation option would reduce delays during emergencies; commissioners asked about the need and the price difference but took no formal vote.
County Engineer Jonathan Campbell addressed a request to add pavement markers on County Road 17. Campbell outlined cost considerations and said the request originated with school bus drivers; commissioners discussed funding and next steps.
None of these items received final approval at the meeting; commissioners directed staff to collect further information and quotes. The minutes do not record estimated costs or timelines for implementation.
