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E911 board authorizes up to $230,000 for encrypted mobile radios
Summary
The Manistee County E911 Board approved the purchase of mobile radios for an encryption project, authorizing spending not to exceed $230,000 after a unanimous roll-call vote.
The Manistee County E911 Board on March 18 approved the purchase of mobile radios for an encryption project, voting unanimously to authorize spending "not to exceed $230,000.00." U/S Torrey moved the measure and Director Medacco seconded it.
Board members cast a roll-call vote in favor of the purchase. The motion, introduced after the Technology Committee met on March 16 to discuss radio options, was recorded as approved without dissent. The minutes state the committee met specifically "to discuss the purchase of mobile radios for the encryption project."
The board did not specify model, vendor, or delivery timeline in the minutes; implementation details and any required interagency coordination were not listed. The authorization sets a maximum budget ceiling; staff will return with procurement specifics and timelines as required by purchasing rules.
