Commissioners weigh courthouse security upgrades and $97,000 elevator repair
The court debated installing locks and screening equipment and adding 2–3 deputies for courthouse security while planning a $97,000 elevator modernization. Commissioners discussed timing, historical-commission review for door lock installation, and funding options including contingency or savings.
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Commissioners spent substantial time on courthouse security after the sheriff and courthouse security committee identified vulnerabilities. The court discussed a phased approach: secure doors and screening first, hire two deputies initially, then consider a third once systems are in place. County staff estimated $40,000 for door locks and roughly $97,000 to modernize the courthouse elevator.
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