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Board approves hire for emergency communications and pays $4,251 for dispatch HVAC repair

McPherson County Board of Commissioners · May 18, 2026
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Summary

Commissioners approved the hiring of Amber Ford as a communications technician effective June 8, 2026, and also approved payment of a $4,251.07 invoice to Jim's Plumbing for replacement of a dispatch center compressor.

Emily Yates, director of emergency management, recommended hiring Amber Ford to fill a communications technician position (PCN effective 06/08/2026) at a pay step recommended by staff based on her experience. Commissioners moved and approved the PCN by voice vote.

Yates also notified the board of an unplanned HVAC repair at the dispatch center: a compressor on the dispatch roof unit was replaced to maintain communications operations. The board approved payment to Jim's Plumbing for $4,251.07 to cover the repair. Commissioners discussed future procurement practices and noted the vendor has been used previously for building work and was on call for emergencies.

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