Commissioners create WC911 review committee to study dispatch concerns

Commissioner John C. Spruill told the Washington County Board of Commissioners July 1 that he has a growing concern about the county 911 center and dispatch, and he proposed forming a review committee. Spruill provided a handout outlining a possible WC911 Center Review Committee and said internal discussion had recommended against consolidating E911 with another county.

Commissioner Spruill moved to create the WC911 Center Review Committee and use his handout as a guideline; Commissioner Carol V. Phelps seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Staff noted the county will review pay competitiveness for E911 employees and bring information to a future meeting.

Spruill also expressed concerns about a $50,000 solar bond fund and whether the county should hold long-term responsibility for cleanup costs associated with solar projects; staff noted restrictions on uses for the fund may apply.

Ending: The board formed the WC911 Center Review Committee and asked staff to report on pay competitiveness; the committee’s scope and membership will be determined following staff follow-up.