07-10-2025, 12:21 PM
…what to do, what to do?
Via Wonkette today: as part of Biden’s America Recovery Act, Kerr County was given $10M in 2021 (yes, just the small, rural county). What to do with this assistance windfall?
One commissioner pushed hard to send the money back, because “Biden”. That failed.
Others pointed out some glaring needs that could be addressed.
“Precinct 3 Commissioner Jonathan Letz said the county is *facing serious issues when upgrading its emergency communications systems*, including replacing an aging radio system that would align with the city of Kerrville's plan to upgrade its communications. The county's consultants said they believe the federal funding, designed around COVID-19 relief, could be used to offset these costs.”
“… Last week, the U.S. Treasury Department issued a 43-page frequently asked question document that outlines all of the uses, along with prohibitions for the funding use. A careful read of the document reveals that the county would have *broad authority to spend the money as it sees fit, including a new radio system covered in the FAQ.*”
(quotes taken from The Kerr County Lead 11/22/21):
https://kerrcountylead.com/despite-oppos...al-funding
So did they? The article says they had the following many months to decide, but given recent events and coverage, it seems they did not use it for that purpose.
Via Wonkette today: as part of Biden’s America Recovery Act, Kerr County was given $10M in 2021 (yes, just the small, rural county). What to do with this assistance windfall?
One commissioner pushed hard to send the money back, because “Biden”. That failed.
Others pointed out some glaring needs that could be addressed.
“Precinct 3 Commissioner Jonathan Letz said the county is *facing serious issues when upgrading its emergency communications systems*, including replacing an aging radio system that would align with the city of Kerrville's plan to upgrade its communications. The county's consultants said they believe the federal funding, designed around COVID-19 relief, could be used to offset these costs.”
“… Last week, the U.S. Treasury Department issued a 43-page frequently asked question document that outlines all of the uses, along with prohibitions for the funding use. A careful read of the document reveals that the county would have *broad authority to spend the money as it sees fit, including a new radio system covered in the FAQ.*”
(quotes taken from The Kerr County Lead 11/22/21):
https://kerrcountylead.com/despite-oppos...al-funding
So did they? The article says they had the following many months to decide, but given recent events and coverage, it seems they did not use it for that purpose.