Emergency Services Committee - September 10, 2026

The Hardin County Emergency Services Committee met on September 10, 2026, to discuss several operational and procurement-related issues. Key procurement topics included the approval of a $157,500 purchase for a battery backup solution for the 911 center, which had recently failed, with the cost expected to be covered by insurance. The committee also reviewed a support contract renewal for 911 call processing equipment from Motorola, with an annual cost of approximately $40,597. Additionally, the committee discussed a potential agreement with the state to join a 700 MHz statewide radio system to enhance interoperability and provide a backup communication system, with initial equipment costs estimated between $10,000 and $15,000. The committee emphasized the importance of clear policies for emergency communication and incident reporting, and planned to bring related resolutions and agreements to the fiscal court for approval. No formal votes were recorded during the meeting, but several action items were identified for follow-up and future court consideration.