Summary
The Register of Deeds office is launching a test scanning project for old handwritten deed books to protect county history, though the long-term preservation of all records will require substantial future funding.
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Last discussed Feb 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Cost of $64,320 allocated from the general fund balance for Phase I scanning.
✅Who benefits
Local historians, genealogists, legal professionals, and residents seeking preserved historical records.
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