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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Scotland County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Future of Scotland County EMS services
The county manager was scheduled to walk the Board through an EMS Request for Proposal and a Request for Qualifications for an EMS headquarters — key steps in shaping how ambulance service is delivered and where it's based.
Jail overcrowding feasibility study
A Request for Qualifications for a jail feasibility study was on the agenda — an early step toward deciding whether the county needs a new or expanded detention facility, and what that could cost.
Winter Storm Preparedness
A major winter storm with possible ice accumulation of an inch or more is forecast for Saturday night into Sunday, with single-digit lows. The county plans possible warming shelters, may close recycling centers, and urged residents to stay home and prepare.