Henry board OK’s public safety purchases

Two large public safety purchases were approved by the Henry County Board of Commissioners at its May 17 regular meeting.

A resolution was passed authorizing the $638,050 purchase of 70 replacement self-contained breathing apparatus systems for use by the Henry County Fire Department.

Also approved was a $240,661 purchase of seven cardiac monitors and supporting cardiac resuscitation supplies for use by emergency personnel. Officials said the current equipment has met and surpassed its standard life expectancy.