Clerk of the Board Brenda Rigby Riehle stated they received
a quote to put microphones on legislative desks, and the cost exceeded $50,000.
Mrs. Riehle asked the Board for the direction they wish to go with the sound
system in the Chambers, stating they will have a gooseneck microphone that will
have the capability to move from desk to desk, as well as the portable
microphones and stands they can use. Legislator Root stated that the only time
she had a hard time hearing was from the back table where management now sits.
Mrs. Riehle suggested putting a couple of the portable microphones on their
table to allow for better sound. Legislator Graves suggested holding off until
the new heating units are installed as they are the biggest culprit for
blocking sound, and they may find the problem goes away once the old units do.
Committee Chairman Stockin agreed and stated they will wait on any further
decisions until the new heating units are installed.
