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County hears siren-system problems; repair costs and replacements estimated, decision tabled
Summary
Officials reported interference between Geneva County's new digital radio system and older analog sirens, with repairs estimated at about $2,000 per unit and new sirens at $28,000–$30,000; the Commission tabled action pending funding review.
County Attorney W. Phil Eldridge and Sheriff Tony Helms briefed the Commission on recent problems with several emergency sirens. Eldridge said the county's new radio system is digital while the sirens are still analog; some units fail the weekly 'silent test' after the radio upgrade, and service technicians have diagnosed interference and parts obsolescence.
Eldridge told commissioners that corrective work would cost approximately $2,000 per unit for affected sirens, while replacement sirens would cost about $28,000 to $30,000 each. Commissioner Todd Brannon moved to table further action until funds can be identified; the motion passed 4-0. Eldridge recommended further assessment of budget options and long-term replacement planning.
