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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1990
Page
1
Dignitaries cut a phone cord at GTE offices Wednesday to launch the enhanced 9 1 1 system in Terry County. With the theme When Seconds Count, speakers highlighted the new emergency service during the cutover ceremony and joint proclamation.
Terry County debuts the states rural enhanced 9-1-1 network under the current program with Judge Ray D. Anderson emceeing. The event featured State Senator John Montford and State Representative Jim Rudd among other state officials.
Washington notes report House defeats compromise budget as Gramm-Rudman-Hollings looms. Bush faces clash over capital gains tax while leaders push deadlines and potential service cuts. Terry County locals praise 9-1-1 upgrades amid federal funding fears.
Brownfield Municipal Power Plant receives recognition in its 67th year for superior service during Public Power Week. Mayor Jack Cargill proclaims Oct 13 17 and praises consumer owners for joint power goals. Line station chief Butch Wagner leads 24 hour service and mutual aid. Power.page 8
City council approved final acceptance of the Court Residential Treatment Center and agreed to pay $59,122.60, withholding $2,500 until all repairs are finished. City Manager Dick Fletcher noted about 5,000 in changes are needed, with most repairs due by week’s end. Mayor Jack Cargill suggested viewing the site at the CRTC before finalizing.
Terry County Commissioners endorsed County Clerk Ann Willis's bid for improved service from Software Computer Systems after she outlined persistent design flaws and billing discrepancies. A six week deadline was set with potential bid changes if not resolved. The court also addressed 9 1 1 system education and other routine approvals.
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