MENOMINEE, MICH (WTAQ-WLUK) – In Menominee County Michigan those entering the County Courthouse Tuesday, experienced some changes.
They were greeted by increased security, and one single entrance point.
Menominee Deputy Sheriff Jeanne Albert was helping people through the new routine
“Had a few come in with knives that were sent back out, and they’ve complied with the program, so it’s going pretty well.”
Menominee County Sheriff Kenny Marks spoke to WLUK and says it is an effort to keep both the public and employees safe.
“The reason I think is just the change in times, I mean you look all around our region at the things happening. It helps to bring order and provide security.”
Marks says the new technology is similar to an airport security system, making for a quick and easy process.
“The security system leverages a lot of technology walk through metal detector, hand-held metal detector and also a x-ray scanner”
The security changes were made as part of a 900 square-foot courthouse expansion. The project was paid for using tax payer dollars and grant money.
Albert says at the end of the day, a few extra steps are worth the peace of mind.
“It makes everyone in the court house feel a lot more secure, there was so many access points originally”
The Sheriff’s office says there are still some additional construction that needs to be completed.
The entire project is expected to be finished sometime next month.
