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Trustees weigh sheriff contract renewal while a Motorola radio upgrade remains under review
Summary
Norwich Township continued talks on a 2002 policing contract with the Franklin County Sheriff and reviewed a Motorola radio upgrade proposal; trustees deferred large commitments pending Station 83 costs and coordination with Washington Township and the city of Hilliard.
Norwich Township trustees reviewed proposals for policing coverage and radio-system upgrades while deferring final financial commitments pending other capital decisions.
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office submitted a proposal for policing services in 2002; trustees have been negotiating service elements including a dedicated patrol car, guaranteed response time expectations and coverage for Homestead Park and Wesley Chapel Cemetery. Trustees indicated they would meet with Washington Township to consider a joint contract and seek proposals by October 31, 2001.
Separately, the City of Hilliard and Motorola presented a radio/console/911 upgrade that would modernize communications. Draft figures cited in the minutes indicate total system cost around $855,077 with Norwich Township’s share at approximately $299,673; trustees deferred final participation until Station 83 and other capital commitments were clearer and requested additional detail from the city and Motorola.
Trustees also discussed policing logistics (in-district fueling and patrol coordination) and asked for written proposals and a meeting between the two townships and sheriff’s staff to finalize service terms prior to year-end contract decisions.
