Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Potter County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in public safety
Stinky Fire Vegetative Debris Removal
A final $10,640 invoice from Lace Construction closes out phase one of vegetative debris removal, and asbestos testing quotes are out for the remaining piles with a recommendation expected November 23.
Elections litigation executive session
The court will go behind closed doors to consult the county attorney about a federal lawsuit involving the Elections Administrator. Any action comes back in open session.
Jail food service contract going out to bid
The county plans to issue RFP #1288-26 for the detention center's food service contract and appoint a commissioner to the evaluation committee. Competitive bidding could change the vendor serving jail meals and the county's contract costs.
County Jail Overcrowding and Inmate Housing
The jail held 633 people, with dozens housed out-of-county in Haskell, Lubbock, Deaf Smith, and Garza counties — an ongoing cost pressure for the county.