GREENBRIER COUNTY W.Va. (WVDN) – The Greenbrier County Commission conducted a swearing-in ceremony for a new Director for Greenbrier County Homeland Security, Emergency Management and 911 Center during the Aug. 22 meeting.
Donald Havens was introduced and congratulated by the Commissioners. Lowell Rose said, “Your resume was impressive.” Commission president Tammy Tincher said, “Your qualifications and energy are appreciated.” Blake Phillips stated, “You really stood out in the interviews we held for the position.”
A contingent of law enforcement officers and emergency responders were present to witness the swearing-in, and Tincher said, “We are glad to have a filled room.” Afterward, the commission and Donald Havens made an afternoon visit to the 911 Center.
In other business, Fiduciary Supervisor Cindy Alley presented 14 estates for closure.
A total of $70,245.55 was moved from savings to checking for various invoices on the Meadow River Trail project. Project manager Matt Ford was present for any questions, and Commissioner Tincher said, “We expect the trail to be open to the public this fall.”
A final part of the project, maintenance mowing and trimming received bids from two companies and both will be reviewed for completeness before the Commission makes its choice. The differences in bid amounts were surprising. Willis Bush Whackers program was priced at $7,000, and Issac Osborn submitted for $24,500, so there will be careful review to determine if both bids cover all the requirements.
Clayton Enterprises was approved to conduct a monthly reconciliation of county clerk transactions to facilitate a smooth annual county audit, as required by the State. The service will cost the county $500 per month.
As the construction project of the courthouse enters Phase 2, the offices designated to be in the historic section of the courthouse will be housed for a year at least off-site at nearby locations. Only the prosecutor’s office and judges’ chambers will remain in the building during the renovation.
“It will be much more efficient,” said Commissioner Lowell Rose. Having the county business offices in the new annex and the law enforcement and courts in the original building will make it easier for the various offices to communicate with each other.
The temporary addresses will be the Sheriff’s Office in the Bruce Building at 316 Randolph St., the Magistrate Office continues at 127 Green Lane, the Family Court at 650 Court Street, and the Probation Office will be located in the old Farmer Mac Building at 765 Jefferson St. South.
