Mike Forte

Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader Cameras

Procurement of planned surveillance technology expansions is temporarily suspended.

Volunteer Fire Department Contract Negotiations

Involves millions in potential county subsidies and funding support for volunteer fire departments.

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Opioid settlement funds represent dedicated money for addressing the opioid crisis in the county.

Countywide Open Burning Restrictions

Could cost the county millions of dollars annually to process and manage increased vegetative waste at the landfill.

Christian Recovery Center Neighborhood Impacts

Rural Health Initiative Grant

The grant could bring additional funding for rural health services in the county.

HHS/EOC Building Phase 2 Construction

Total contract sum is $66,065,794.62, funded through limited obligation bonds.

Inmate Medical Services Contract Amendment

Annual contract value of $2,233,890.42.

First Responder Compensation and Staff Retention

Potential significant increase in personnel expenditures across the sheriff's office and emergency services.

emergency response policy

While no specific price tag has been dropped yet, revamping emergency services usually means shifting tax dollars around to cover new gear, staff, or response routes.

wildfire response

Local businesses face immediate property damage and potential revenue loss while the county shoulders high emergency response costs.