Commissioners discuss elevator overhaul, door locks and courthouse deputies
The court discussed a plan to modernize courthouse access and security that includes a mechanical/electrical elevator overhaul (~$97,000), $40,000 for mag‑locks, an X‑ray machine quote under $30,000 and hiring 2–3 courthouse security deputies. Commissioners debated whether to fund staff now or wait until door/elevator work is ready.
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County staff and commissioners spent a substantial portion of the meeting on courthouse security and related capital work. Facilities staff provided cost estimates for a mechanical revamp and cosmetic work that the court summarized as "That's gonna get you a complete new elevator." (Paul).
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