County split over whether to fund an emergency management coordinator
The County Judge proposed an exempt emergency management coordinator position with training and equipment; some commissioners argued deputies are a higher priority for visible public safety, while others said the coordinator bridges state and local emergency functions.
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The County Judge included funding for an emergency management coordinator in the proposed budget, describing the role as exempt and adding modest salary and equipment for training, travel and a computer. "The additional $63.44 would allow that position to go up to, 65," the County Judge said while outlining the proposed pay band and required expenses.
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