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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Carroll County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Advisory board bylaws modernization
The county updated bylaws for three citizen advisory boards — veterans, aging and disabilities, and emergency services — including adding a firefighters' union representative to the emergency services council.
Stop the Bleed Grant
Fire/EMS plans to accept a $2,500 state grant with no county match to buy bleeding-control kits and expand community training in schools, businesses, and civic groups.
Battalion chief shower facility cost questions
Fire & EMS wants a $274,000 shower added to the battalion chiefs' quarters for decontamination after fire and EMS calls. Commissioners questioned why a single shower costs so much.