The Mecosta County Board of Commissioners will meet Thursday, Feb. 19, to discuss a number of agenda items. 

A highlighted topic of new business is the request by the Mecosta County Sheriff's Office to purchase a BERLA device. This tool helps extract data, such as GPS locations, call logs, speed and door activity, from a vehicle. The tool costs around $10,500 and would help the Sheriff's Office investigate crashes. 

"The Mecosta County Sheriff's Office was slated to receive a regional project for a BERLA device through a Homeland Security grant," Sheriff Brian Miller said to commissioners. "Due to grant delays, that is no longer feasible throughout the region. So, we can pay for the device directly and request reimbursement through the fiduciary." 

Other business items in the meeting include:

• Recognizing Chris Schroeder for distinguished service as county payroll clerk 
• Acceptance of a Michigan Medical Marihuana Operation and Oversight grant for the purchase of lock boxes 

The meeting is slated to begin Thursday, Feb. 19, at 4 p.m. at the Mecosta County Services Building. More information, including the meeting packet, can be found here: MECOSTA COUNTY BOC.