During the Mingo County Commission meeting Wednesday, computer technician Jay Lockard told the commissioners several of the employees were guilty of accessing the Internet during work hours and had visited sites that contained viruses.
“I don’t think this is the place for that,” he stated. “I can’t do my work for fixing viruses and other nonsense.”
He said everyone, including himself, were guilty and trying to fix the problem alone wasn’t working.
“It is causing tension in the courthouse,” he said.
The commissioners assured Lockard they would remove the situation from his shoulders. They voted to allow only the office holders complete access to the Internet and will soon begin using a program similar to the school system’s where Lockard will have the ability to block various sites deemed inappropriate.
“The days of J.C. Penny’s and Wal-Mart are over,” said Lockard.
The commissioners de-cided to allow the office holders to police their computers.
MCC honored Ernestine Maynard for her tireless efforts raising money for the local Red Cross chapter. Maynard raised $14,000 and was presented a certificate thanking her for the feat. The commissioners were also presented with a certificate of gratitude for their contribution of $5,000.
Those phoning offices in the courthouse will soon be greeted by an automated system. The commission unanimously entered into an agreement with AVAYA Communications. The system will provide an automated attendant to direct incoming calls as well as voice mailboxes for employees.
The town of Kermit is currently preparing for its 100th birthday. The commission decided to give the town $2,500 to assist with the costs of the celebration. President John Mark Hubbard said the commissioners are looking forward to attending the celebration and will “hand-deliver” the funds.
Also discussed were provisions in the economic stimulus and recovery plan that will allow the sheriff’s department to hire a new deputy at no costs to the city for three years. The sheriff’s office will have to agree to retain the new position for four years. It will pay his/her salary for three years with the city covering the fourth year. The plan will also pay for the new hire’s attendance to the police academy.
The commissioners agreed to change the times for upcoming meetings on a trial basis of three months. The commission meets twice a month and beginning April 1, both meetings will commence at 9 a.m. Previously MCC met at noon for the first meeting and at 5 p.m. on the second.
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