County Upgrades Radio Equipment
At a special meeting Jan. 18, the Glasscock County Commissioners’ Court agreed to purchase digital mobile radio equipment for the county’s 11 volunteer vehicles plus five portable units for a combined a combined cost of $24,500. In addition, they will purchase two digital Motorola units for the sheriff’s department, at a cost of $8,000. The new equipment will enable communication between local volunteers and emergency units in neighboring counties. Commissioners are hopeful that a $10,000 grant can be obtained through the Permian Basin Regional Planning Commission (Homeland Security) to offset some of the equipment cost. [Note: the need for better communications equipment was covered in the Jan. 11, 2006 issue of the Glasscock County News.]
Extension Agent Charlene Belew reported that 4-H adult leaders want to purchase playground equipment to be installed at the Garden City ballpark for use during functions there and at the community center. She said a 4-H Extravaganza would be held in April to raise money for the project. The equipment would be similar to that located on the elementary school playground. Commissioners approved the project, and said they would work on gaining clear title to lots on the southeast side of the ballpark.
Community Center Sign on the Way
The limestone sign identifying the community center is on a county truck, and is to be installed soon. TexaStone Quarries donated the stone and the local 4-H Club paid for the engraving.
The commissioners’ court made a slight change to the rules for renting the community center, specifying that the two security officers necessary for private functions where alcohol is available be certified. There was discussion of increasing the rental rates for the center, but no action was taken. Rental rules are available in the Extension office.
Joe Calverley reported that the Garden City Cemetery Committee is planning to remove more of the large bushes at the cemetery. Anyone who wants a tree or bush removed from their family plot should call her at 354-2221. The committee plans to spend approximately $1,700 to have 12 trees planted in the near future.
Drew Mouton, candidate for state representative, visited with the commissioners’ court, gathering ideas as to what the most important issues are in Glasscock County. Mouton also met with the local Lions Club Feb. 14.