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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Howard County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Lawsuit Against County Officials
A confusingly drafted lawsuit names county officials, the City of Big Spring, CAD, and others; the court approved spending taxpayer money on outside lawyers to respond.
Emergency Medical Services Interlocal & Grant Agreements
The county evaluated its current ambulance service contract with the City of Big Spring to support a state grant application, ensuring continuous emergency medical coverage.
National Weather Service Communications Equipment on South Mountain Tower
The National Weather Service wants to mount severe weather broadcasting gear on the county's South Mountain tower. Commissioners are worried about outside federal technicians walking inside the county's secure communications building where millions of dollars in emergency equipment are housed, so they are exploring building a separate shed outside the fence.
Courthouse Generator Installation
County maintenance supervisor Baldomar Cortez updated the court on site preparations for new courthouse generators. The road and bridge department will move the old generator, and a new concrete pad and fencing will be arranged.