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Possible Changes Associated With New Jail Discussed

(KLZA)-- Richardson County Commissioners reviewed the position of Jail Administrator with Deputy Sheriff Jeff Frederick in the absence of Sheriff Don Pounds Tuesday.  

Tentative plans for the position to also incorporate matters that will be involved with the new jail facility, court attendance with inmates and Courthouse building security were reviewed. 

Board members also briefly discussed the current agreement with the City of Falls City for the 911 Public Service Answering Point.  The possible relocation of the P-SAP to the new Jail / Law Enforcement Center and possible consolidation of dispatching services with the City of Falls City was also briefly reviewed.  Commissioners will discuss the matter again January 26th and plan to schedule a meeting with the City of Falls City later next week. 

Payment of a $3,500 claim to Lancaster County to settle litigation over a general assistance claim was approved. The claim was for a Richardson County resident that received medical treatment in Lancaster County.

 

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