Worcester County And Hardwire Partner To Boost Public Safety

The Commissioners announced their partnership with Hardwire, an innovate, high technology company located in Pocomoke City, to enhance public safety in Worcester County.
 
“Hardwire is an international leader, creating cutting edge products for military and public safety customers,” Commission President Church said. “We are proud to say Hardwire’s headquarters and manufacturing operations are located in Worcester County, and we are pleased to partner with them to boost public safety."
 
The county purchased bulletproof whiteboard shields and clipboards from Hardwire totaling $12,000, with Hardwire stepping up and agreeing to match the purchase dollar for dollar to provide additional, much needed safety equipment. The shields and clipboards will be used by Sheriff’s Deputies and School Resource Officers in the public schools and court houses. These boards will also be used in the State’s Attorney Office, Treasurer’s Office and Worcester County Developmental Center.
 
"After the Sandy Hook event and most recently the University of California Santa Barbara shooting, it is evident that there continues to be a serious problem with active shooters that needs to be addressed,” Hardwire Chief Executive Officer George Tunis said. “At Hardwire, we want to help take proactive steps in our community to ensure that if this unfortunate situation were to present itself here we are prepared to keep as many folks safe as possible. We applaud the work of our commissioners and county leadership in purchasing Hardwire Bulletproof Whiteboards and Clipboards for the various county department workers.”
For more information, contact Worcester County Economic Development Director Bill Badger at (410) 632-3112.