Record: 11-9
COMMISSION MINUTES
The Nodaway County Commission met in regular session Tuesday, October 31.
In attendance were Presiding Commissioner Bill Walker, North District Commissioner Chris Burns, and County Clerk Melinda Patton. South District Commissioner Scott Walk was absent.
Business before the governing board included:
Requisitions and approvals: Invoices for Snyder & Associates and NWMO Regional Council of Governments.
Sheriff to Fastenal for supplies; to Kelly Tire for vehicle maintenance and repair.
• The commission reviewed the following information received by mail or email: Invite to Agri-Ready recognition ceremony (November 14, 2023 @ 1:30). Scope and fee documents from Kimley-Horn & Associates for Village O project.
• Captain Austin Hann shared quotes for a windshield replacement. A call was put in to Render Auto Glass for clarification on a line item and was given permission to perform the work. Several calls made to parts stores looking for a part for a Dodge Charger.
• Walker gave updates on the generators and quotes for Preventative Maintenance from Electrical Engineering and Equipment Company (3E) were reviewed. IHP turned the boiler on at the courthouse.
• Brian Rose, representative for Gallagher Insurance, presented potential rates for county insurance. Also present: Marilyn Jenkins, collector/treasurer and Rex Wallace, assessor. Following the discussion, it was decided to stay with Blue Cross Blue Shield for FY2024.
• The County Employees’ Retirement Fund (CERF) Annual Contribution Election form was filled out. The county will remain at the same 4% contribution rate for 2023. The form was returned to the CERF representative.
• The commission discussed the status of each township’s CART Rock delivery. Called Eric Jones, Atchison Township maintenance operator for a status check.
• A call was made to Susette Taylor, Atchison County Clerk to discuss their current insurance.
• A call was made to Ivan Schraeder, county attorney, for clarification to an email received regarding 57.317 RSMo on sheriff’s pay, a discussion of county insurance payments and drafting an ordinance for the upcoming April election. Also present: Jenkins.
The Nodaway County Commission met in regular session Thursday, November 2
In attendance were Presiding Commissioner Bill Walker, North District Commissioner Chris Burns, South District Commissioner Scott Walk County Clerk Melinda Patton.
Business before the governing board included:
Requisitions and approvals: Recorder Fee Report (October 2023). Road and Bridge to Linde Gas for supplies; Elections to Elkins-Swyers for equipment maintenance; Sherif to Student Body for uniforms.
• The commission reviewed the following information received by mail or email: Vehicle Sales Tax and Motor Fuel Tax reports (through October 2023).
• Ron Christianson and Mike Stolte, Maryville Police, stopped in to check on the revised Memorandum of Understanding regarding Consolidated 911.
• Reviewed and discussed the Preventative Maintenance quotes from 3E. Contacted Gilbert Henry regarding a unit in the Administration Center and an issue in the courthouse. Also looked at a sewer issue in the courthouse.
• The October expense and revenue budget report was presented for review.
• Patton presented budget amendment information for FY2023 to the Commission. Changes to Adult Abuse, Treatment Court and Deputy Sheriff Salary Supplement funds. All were approved. Also present: Marilyn Jenkins, collector/treasurer and Brian Engle, road and bridge supervisor.
• The commission discussed with Sheriff Randy Strong on the sheriff’s salary. On advice of the county attorney, the county is waiting for the court case to settle on the raise. An agreement will be drafted to retain in Strong’s personnel file. Sheriff Strong has asked to sign up and utilize the WEX Card for fuel and maintenance. The application will be completed and submitted. Discussed vehicle issues for the department and set up a time for a windshield replacement. Discussed current staffing challenges.
• Jenkins discussed a request from Acciona’s Mullin Creek Solar Development for an ACH form. A year-to-date interest statement was reviewed on interest bearing accounts. A group discussion of health insurance rates, 2024 salaries and a LAGERS level change. The commission voted to move to an L6 (from L7) in the LAGERS program.
• Tina Deiter, prosecuting attorney, discussed building maintenance issues within her office with the ceiling and the thermostat.
• Left messages for Jim Knox, Norris Quarries and Nick Jameson, Schildberg Construction regarding CART rock. Spoke with an office staff person at Schildberg to get an update on rock hauled by townships.
• The commission reviewed and signed the revised Consolidated 911 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU.)