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Commissioner seeks meeting after reports of blanket autopsy requests; county impact unclear
Summary
Commissioner Lorie Johnson said she was told Dr. Paoni had 'requested that all people be sent for autopsies,' raising concerns about financial impact on Cherokee County; she suggested convening Highway Patrol, the sheriff's office, Dr. Paoni and other stakeholders to clarify autopsy requisites and county responsibilities.
Commissioner Lorie Johnson reported conversations with the Highway Patrol and sheriff's office indicating that Dr. Paoni had "requested that all people be sent for autopsies," a practice Johnson said could materially affect Cherokee County's finances if broadly applied. Johnson asked how the Board could arrange a meeting with Highway Patrol, Dr. Paoni and other interested parties to determine the requisites and who bears financial responsibility.
County Counselor Jake Conard suggested inviting the parties to a regularly scheduled meeting; Commissioner Moates said he would attend conversations with some concerned parties. The Board did not adopt a formal motion at this meeting but directed staff to coordinate a stakeholder meeting to clarify procedures and financial impacts.
