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Coroner scales back equipment request; board reduces medical equipment supplies line
Summary
Sheridan County Coroner Dr. Robert Byrd sought an x‑ray machine offered at a reduced price and discussed delaying a tox machine; the board voted 4–1 to cut the medical equipment supplies line to $10,000, with Commissioner Jennings opposed.
Coroner Dr. Robert Byrd presented medical equipment requests during the reconvened afternoon session on June 2. Dr. Byrd described an offer to obtain an x‑ray machine valued at approximately $130,000 for a purchase price of about $30,000, discussed a potential toxicology (tox) machine, and said he would consider delaying the tox purchase while prioritizing staffing and grant pursuit for equipment acquisition.
Commissioner Holly Jennings emphasized the importance of resolving staffing concerns first to avoid staff burnout. Commissioner Nick Siddle moved to reduce medical equipment supplies to $10,000; the motion passed 4–1, with Commissioners Mike Arzy, Christi Haswell, Nick Siddle, and Lonnie Wright in favor and Commissioner Jennings opposed. The board took no action on salary and benefits for the Coroner at the meeting and left staffing decisions for future consideration.
