October Term                                                        3rd Day of Term                                                       October 17, 2011 

 

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:10. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

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            Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the Law Enforcement Budget, finding it to be satisfactory with two and a half months remaining in 2011. 

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Now on this day, the Commission –met with Sean O’Brien to hear about Road and Bridge projects for the week. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Mark Fisher to coordinate movement of records into the Courthouse Annex.

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Now on this day, the Commission – Roy Sisson moved to renew our group health insurance through GHP for 2012 for the same rate on the same plan we currently have. Sherry Murphy of K.Flynn Insurance will continue as our insurance administrator. Curt Mitchell seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0.

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Now on this day, the Commission – After lunch, the Commission visited CR 301 and 305 and viewed a completed project on CR 301.

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Now on this day, the Commission – approved Abstract of Fees for Sheriff, Stephen Korte, Circuit Clerk, Jerri Harrelson and Recorder, Sherry McCarty for September 2011. 

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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, October 20, 2011.

                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                        Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                        Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                         Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

October Term                                                          2nd Day of Term                                                    October 13, 2011
 

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:10. Roy Sisson moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Curt Mitchell seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                
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Now on this day, the Commission – heard from Jim Wilder who passed on a big “thank you” for work done on Pike 48..

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            Now on this day, the Commission –conducted a budget review with Sean O’Brien, road and bridge supervisor, and were encouraged that Motor Vehicle
            Fee and Motor Vehicle Sales Tax Revenue had improved as well as the half cent sales tax revenue. They discussed numerous projects underway.
            Commission approved that La Don Atkinson attend the MACTO Conference in Kansas City.

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Carolyn Wisecarver and heard updates on several projects. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Jim Turner, County Coroner, on moving into the office in the Courthouse Annex. After review of his needs, the Commission approved his request for use of office in the back hallway of the annex.

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Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell reported on the Regional Homeland Security Grant. Federal funds have been cut by half. Most of the funding will be used for improved radio communication in the counties stretching from Perry on the South to Pike on the North. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – After discussion of the request for assistance by counties, Curt Mitchell moved to provide $500. funding support for the Highway 54 Coalition, the group working to provide a four lane Highway 54 upgrade in the future. Roy Sisson seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0.

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Now on this day, the Commission – visited county roads 474 and 491 after holding a meeting on 491 near Fishers Hog Farm. The purpose of the meeting was clarification with the landowners on bridge and right of way details. The meeting was led by Shannon Howe, engineer on the project. Final details will be designed, with bidding on the project expected in late winter.

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Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks written: 

                                                                General Revenue                                      19160 – 19238
                                                                Law Enforcement                                     15762 – 15824
                                                                Road and Bridge                                      15504 – 15572
                                                                Assessment                                                4899 – 4919
                                                                Law Enforcement Training                          1156 – 1157
                                                                911                                                            2013 – 2018
                                                                                    
Prosecuting Attorney Training                     1039 – 1040
 

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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, October 17, 2011. Commission did not meet on October 10 due to the Columbus Day holiday.


 

 

                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                  Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                  Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                  Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 



 

October Term                                                         1st Day of Term                                                       October 3, 2011 

 

                   Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                               in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                               Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                               Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                               Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:10. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

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Now on this day, the Commission – Bob Kirkpatrick reported that the two old ac/heaters sold by silent auction brought $17.00

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            Now on this day, the Commission –Sean O’Brien stopped by to report on work scheduled for the week. They are filing cracks and potholes on  asphalt
            and chip and seal roads. They will work on the Courthouse parking lot early Wednesday. They discussed several areas around the county needing attention.
            They are not grading right now because the dust is terrible. Grading creates a hazardous condition. Once we get some moisture, the graders will go back to
            work on the potholes. They are hauling rock to the worst areas and repairing them 

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Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the Capital Expenditure Report from PCMH required by the hospital financing agreement, a part of the original bond issue. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Mark Fisher, Prosecuting Attorney and Jerri Harrelson, Circuit Clerk to discuss plans to move their records from their storage location in the old Home Health Building to the Courthouse Annex, formerly known as Kirks Funeral Chapel. Commission agreed to allow them to hire some assistance on moving days.

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Now on this day, the Commission – After lunch they visited CR 301,302, 305, 308, 309 and 310. 
 

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Now on this day, the Commission – Former County Clerk, Jim ford was in the Courthouse and stopped by and had a pleasant visit with the Commission.

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Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed a floor plan for storage rooms presented by Clerk Bob Kirkpatrick, who met with Mark Fisher and Jerri Harrelson last Friday to determine present and future storage needs. Construction will occur late this week on their areas so that their records may be moved soon.     

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Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks written: 

                                                                General Revenue                                      19158 – 19159
                                                                Law Enforcement                                                   15761  
                                                                Road and Bridge                                      15502 – 15503
                                                                Assessment                                                              4898

                                                                  

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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, October 13, 2011. There will not be a Commission Meeting on Thursday, October 6 as they will be attending the Northeast Commission Meeting in Hannibal.

 

                                                                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                  Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                  Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                  Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

July Term                                                                22nd Day of Term                                                    September 29, 2011

 

Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
            in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
            Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
            Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
            Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson seconded the motion.
Motion carried 2 – 0.

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Now on this day, the Commission – heard reports on meetings with the Extension Council, the Port Commission and the Transportation Advisory Committee. Bob Kirkpatrick reported that the State Fire Marshall Office granted a variance on their requirement to fence off the elevator operating area in the basement. Instead we can warn any technicians about the equipment by placing appropriate signage and a yellow stripe around the area.

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            Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sean O’Brien to update the Commission on projects underway and equipment repair. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – at 10:00, the Commission met at Pike County Title to close on the property at 210 W. Main St., better known as Kirks Funeral Chapel for the price of $70,000.00. Funds from the sale of the Home Health Building were used to pay for this building, which serves the county’s purpose much better as it has storage  space that is accessible, area for a meeting room and additional space for offices.

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Now on this day, the Commission – visited CR 252, 255, 260, 277, 280, 282, 286, 327 and 407.

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            Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks written: 

                                                                General Revenue                                      19134 – 19157
                                                                Law Enforcement                                     15739 – 15760
                                                                Road and Bridge                                      15255 – 15501  
                                                                Assessment                                                4891 – 4897
                                                                Law Enforcement Training                          1154 – 1155
                                                                911                                                                        2012       

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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, October 3, 2011.

 

                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                  Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                  Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                  Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner
 

 

 

July Term                                                                  21st Day of Term                                                       September 26, 2011

 

 Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
             in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
             Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
             Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
             Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson seconded the motion.
Motion carried 2 – 0.

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Now on this day, the Commission – phoned Bob Manzkey concerning the TAC Board. Mark Twain Regional Council of Governments rejected the appointment of Curt Mitchell to the Transportation Advisory Committee because we are no longer a paying member of MTRCOG. He encouraged Curt to attend and represent our points of view. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sean O’Brien to discuss various road and bridge projects.

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sheriff Stephen Korte concerning various matters.
 

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Now on this day, the Commission – updated the Grievance Committee membership consisting of one commissioner, one elected county officer and one employee. Dan Miller named himself and Sheriff Korte to this committee. The employee member is Kay Roberts. This will take effect on October 1, 2011.

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Leroy Bowen on the big “chug holes” at the bottom of the hill on Pike 48. He is asking for some correction on the road. The Commission viewed Pike 48 and found it to be in good shape except for the chip and seal portion which does need patching. Recently, 108 tons of surfacing and 33 tons of base have been placed on Pike 48.

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Steven Schulz of Shafer, Klein and Warren, an engineering firm located in Macon. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – visited CR 42, 48, 50, 132, 139, 261, 277, 281, 301, 304, 312, 313, 316, 317, 318, 319, 407, 496, 497 and Vo-Tech Rd.  
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            Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks written: 

                                                                General Revenue                                      19133
                                                                Law Enforcement                                     15738
                                                                Road and Bridge                                      15488
                                                                Assessment                                                4890
                                                                911                                                            2011       

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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, September 29, 2011.

                                                                                                                                         
                                                                                                                                  Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                  Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                  Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

July Term                                                                20th Day of Term                                                                      September 22, 2011 

 

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:00. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson seconded the motion.
Motion carried 2 – 0.                                

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Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell moved to appoint Eddie Easton to Pike County Agency For Developmental Disabilities Board. Roy Sisson seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – received a proposed agreement from Don Schwartz, Railroad Safety Specialist. This agreement pertains to a crossing project involving BNSF, Pike County and the Missouri Department of Conservation in the Ashburn area. Commission referred the agreement to Mark Fisher, Pike County Prosecuting Attorney for review. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sean O’Brien to discuss Road and Bridge Projects. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – sent a “Thank You Letter” to Bertha Mae Taylor for 20 years of faithful service to the Pike County Development Authority Board, as she is retiring from that board.

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Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell and PCDA Director, Carolyn Wisecarver, advised the remaining Commissioners on the topics discussed at the Highway 54 meeting in Vandalia, Wednesday the 21st

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Steve Kullman, KTU Construction, Brian Haeffner of MoDOT, Macy Rodenbaugh of MoDOT. They presented Commission with an agreement which basically ask for permission to utilize CR291 at Vera to by pass Highway 54 while they replace two bridges, one on the north fork of Noix Creek and Noix Creek. This project will begin approximately near end of June and concluding near the first of September.

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Brian Haeffner, to discuss his role in his new job at MoDOT. He is working with the cities and counties on road projects. The Commission cited improvement projects that are needed.

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Brian Gard, MoDOT, Rich Francis, Engineer, Dennis Clark, private business developer for Parks Livestock and Alan Dempsey, land owner. This meeting concerned relocating the entrance for CR 419 for safety purposes.

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Now on this day, the Commission – visited CR 312, 403, 456, 459, 460, 467, 468, 477 and 478

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            Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks written:

                                                               General Revenue                                      19106 – 19132
                                                               Law Enforcement                                     15730 – 15737
                                                               Road and Bridge                                      15480 – 15487
                                                               Assessment                                                4887 – 4889
                                                               911
                                                                        2010       

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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, September 26, 2011.

 

                                                                                                                                               
                                                                                                                                      Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                               
                                                                                                                                      Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner 

                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                      Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

 July Term                                                                              17th Day of Term                                                       September 12, 2011

 

                   Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                               in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                               Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                               Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District   
                               Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Roy Sisson moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Curt Mitchell seconded the motion.
Motion carried 2 – 0.                                

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sean O’Brien, Road and Bridge Supervisor, to discuss current bridge work underway and various road issues which need clarification.  

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Donna Prior, who asked that Sherry McCarty, Patti Crane and Marty Morrison attend with her because she felt she wasn’t comfortable by herself. She brought up the statute upon which her mileage was not paid and certain reporting requirements for mileage which were required of her based upon this statute. She stated that this statute was declared unconstitutional in 2002. Donna mentioned that the state auditor’s office does not require as much information as the Commission is requiring, such as the parcel numbers and the road numbers. She threatened the Commission with a suit to be brought about by her State Association of Assessors. Sherry McCarty said she thought we should resolve this situation as it reflected poorly on the county. Donna said that, according to a Supreme Court decision, the Commission had no control over her budget. Sherry asked Clerk Bob Kirkpatrick what the Commissioners attorney said about this statute being unconstitutional. Kirkpatrick stated that, now that a legal suit had been threatened, we will ask the attorney to provide a legal opinion on the statute in writing. The Commission thanked them for coming in. We will seek advise from legal counsel on these matters. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Diane Baber and looked over the former Kirks Funeral Chapel. Being satisfied with the building and its potential for solving space and storage problems currently exiting in the Courthouse, Roy Sisson Jr. moved to purchase the former Harold Kirks building on Main St. at a price of $70,000.00, with the funds from the sale of the Home Health Building to be used for the purchase. Curt Mitchell seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0. The Commission and Diane Baber signed a contract for sale on the building with closing expected on or about October 3, 2011.

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Now on this day, the Commission – approved Abstract of Fees for Recorder, Sherry McCarty for August 2011 

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Now on this day, the Commission – after lunch visited the following roads; CR 466,480,482 and 486.  

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Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written: 

                               General Revenue                                      19058
                                            Law Enforcement                                    15664 
                                            Road and Bridge                                     15431 – 15432
                                            Assessment                                              4870
                                            911                                                          2006   

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The meeting was adjourned at 2:15 PM, to meet again Thursday, September 15, 2011.  

 

                                                                                                                                               
                                                                                                                                      Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                             
                                                                                                                                      Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner 

                                                                                                                                               
                                                                                                                                      Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

July Term                                                        16th Day of Term                                                                          September 8, 2011

  
                                                                                Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                                                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:10. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Dan Miller seconded the motion.
Motion carried 2 – 0.

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Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell moved to offer a contract on the former Kirk’s Funeral Chapel building, presently owned by Diane Baber, for use by Pike County for storage and offices. Roy Sisson Jr. left a signed letter in support of this motion which was read into the record. (See Minutes book for text of letter.) Dan Miller seconded the motion, motion carried 2 – 0. This contract will be offered on Monday, September 12, 2011.

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            Now on this day, the Commission – received the six month settlement from Patti Crane, Pike County Treasurer, with one account “black lined” out. The
            Commission sent the report back unsigned with a request for a complete report. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Kyle Durham, county resident, who complained about oil on his car from traveling down CR 312 running by the new Health building. Signs were placed on the road on Thursday August 25th with the oil being spread on Sunday afternoon, the 28th. Mr. Durham’s car was driven through the oil about 5:00 P.M. and the signs were missing. He was asking for the county to pay for clean-up on the car. The Commission heard his request and expressed regrets that this occurred. They explained that they met the expectations by putting up signs and regret that the signs were stolen. They explained that they cannot pay damages for his vehicles.

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Now on this day, the Commission – discussed buy back options on two John Deere graders with the sales person, Gary Million. The purpose of the visit was to clarify the buy back amount before the budget sessions in January.

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sherry McCarty who discussed buying mums to beautify the area around the courthouse. The Commission agreed to allow an expense of $60.00 for purchase of these mums. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sean O’Brien, road and bridge supervisor, on budget amendments to the Road and Bridge Budget. After review of the budget. Curt Mitchell moved to make the following adjustment s to line items.

A.       move $57,684.50 from line #390(Equipment) to line item #332(Materials – Sales Tax)

B.       move $43,000.00 from line #331(Materials) to line #332(Materials – Sales Tax).

Adjustments to Revenue Line Item #135(FEMA Reimbursement) from #260,000.00 to $424,000.00, in recognition of the approved FEMA Reimbursements of $164,000.00 to Pike County for recovery from the blizzard in February, 2011 will be made once this money is received in Pike County. Additional line item adjustments in the Expenditures side of the budget will be made at this time.

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Now on this day, the Commission – after lunch visited the following roads; CR 107,214,215,219,228 and 230. and the county roads in the
            Paynesville and Annada communities.

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Now on this day, the Commission – approved Abstract of Fees for Circuit Clerk, Jerri Harrelson and Sheriff, Stephen Korte, for August 2011.

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 Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written: 

                                General Revenue                                      18996 – 19057
                                            Law Enforcement                                     15614 – 15663
                                            Road and Bridge                                      15397 – 15430
                                            Assessment                                                4859 – 4869
                                            911                                                            2004 – 2005   

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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, September 12, 2011.  

 

 

                                                                                                                                               ______________________________________
                                                                                                                                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                                ______________________________________
                                                                                                                                                Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

 

 

 

 

July Term                                                     15th Day of Term                                                                                           August 29, 2011 

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:10. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr. seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

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Now on this day, the Commission – discussed new colored maps indicating the areas affected by Plan H. These maps were provided by Nancy Guyton. Discussion centered around some alternatives which the Corp of Engineers are running through their computer simulations. The alternatives are possibilities of levee additions or changes. Nothing has been decided yet as far as changes to Plan H. These alternatives will simply provide more information as to the effect of different strategies for flood protection.  

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Now on this day, the Commission – approved a letter asking for repayment of over billed hours by an attorney representing juvenile clients in Pike County.

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Now on this day, the Commission – left at 11:00 A. M. to view the paving job being done in front of the new County Health Building behind Wal-Mart.

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Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the “Findings and Recommendations of the Bylaws Committee of the Neighbors of the Mississippi”. They prefer that the majority representation issue being put forth by the farming community be no more than 50%. They felt that a 13 member Governing Board with six farm representatives and six at large representatives with an elected president be a good format for leadership.

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Now on this day, the Commission – attended the ribbon cutting on the new MoDOT Bridge on Route AC near Middletown.

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Now on this day, the Commission – after lunch visited the following roads; CR 437, 439, 441, 448, 461, 466, 480, 483, 484and 485. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                                General Revenue                                      18949 – 18992
                                            Law Enforcement                                     15568 – 15612
                                            Road and Bridge                                      15363 – 15394
                                            Assessment                                                4842 – 4856
                                            911                                                                        2002   
 

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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, September 8, 2011. Commission will not meet on September 1, 2011; they will be traveling to Semo Port Authority, located in Scott City, Missouri.

 

                                                                                                                                            ___________________________________
                                                                                                                                            Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                            ___________________________________ 
                                                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

                                                                                                                                            ___________________________________
                                                                                                                                            Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner






 

July Term                                                                 14th Day of Term                                                                           August 25, 2011 

 

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Roy Sisson Jr. moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Curt Mitchell seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

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Now on this day, the Commission – Carolyn Wisecarver along with Port Commission member Karl Dewey, met with the Commission to discuss various aspects of port operation. They held a phone discussion with officials from SEMO Port to learn more about their operational procedures.

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            Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sean O’Brien, road supervisor, and discussed needed budget adjustments on some line items and discussed
            projects to be done and those underway. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – Bob Kirkpatrick, County Clerk, reported on his review of numerous FEMA projects from several torrential rains in 2010. Most projects are completed, with only two projects remaining.

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Now on this day, the Commission – accepted the resignation of Don Nacke from the Enhanced Enterprise Zone Committee. Don felt that it was a conflict of interest with his position as Bowling Green Fire Chief. Commission appointed Charlie Perkins of Louisiana to this at large position and he accepted.   

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Now on this day, the Commission – after lunch visited the following roads; CR 277,28,282,466,480 and 482. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written: 

                                General Revenue                                     18949 – 18992
                                            Law Enforcement                                    15568 – 15612
                                            Road and Bridge                                     15363 – 15394
                                            Assessment                                               4842 – 4856
                                            911                                                                       2002       

 
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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, August 29, 2011.

 

                                                                                                                                                _______________________________
                                                                                                                                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                                _______________________________
                                                                                                                                                Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner 

                                                                                                                                                _______________________________
                                                                                                                                                Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

 

July Term                                                        13th Day of Term                                                                                  August 22, 2011

                                                                             
                                                                                Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                                                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District

  

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:00. Roy Sisson Jr. moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Curt Mitchell seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                     *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the purchase agreement for the two John Deere graders purchased in 2006 with a five year buy-back feature. They asked supervisor, Sean O’Brien, to discuss the requirements of this buy back with the John Deere representative in preparation for the 2012 budget.

                                                                              *****************


            Now on this day, the Commission – received a bulletin from the Missouri Conservation Commission on their contributions to Pike County in lieu of paying
            taxes on state refuges.   

                                                                         *****************

 Now on this day, the Commission – attended the meeting with United States Senator Roy Blunt at Ralls County Electric today and had a good discussion concerning area infrastructure projects. Discussed were utility rate advantages for MO. the port authority, the new fiber optic project being done by Ralls County Electric Coop and numerous other issues. The main focus of the meeting was the new fiber optic line which will provide cable television as well as rapid internet service to rural areas. RCEC will be willing to expand these services to surrounding towns and counties. The original agreement serves Ralls County and the RCEC service area in Pike County.

                                                      *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – April Fronick, reporter for the Peoples Tribune, questioned the Commission concerning comments this morning by the County Assessor that she was going to contact the taxing entities since we have not paid her mileage. The Commission explained that they are following legal advice on state statutes regarding mileage by the Assessor. They are providing her with a vehicle to use or they will pay mileage on reports filed monthly. The reports must include the required information that verifies the use of her vehicle for County Assessor business. They asked for parcel number of the properties being reviewed, roads traveled, miles traveled and date of the travel. The Commission denied that this is being done for retaliation. They are trying to be wise stewards of tax payer funds by requiring better verification of personal vehicle use.  

                                                      *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written: 

                                General Revenue                                      18978 – 18980
                                            Road and Bridge                                                    15382  
                                            Assessment                                                              4849

 ***************** 

The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, August 25, 2011. 

 

 

                                                                                                                                               __________________________________
                                                                                                                                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner 

                                                                                                                                                                                           ___________________________________
                                                                                                                                                Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

                                                                                                                                               ___________________________________
                                                                                                                                                Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

 

July Term                                                                 12th Day of Term                                                                       August 18, 2011

 

                                                                               Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                               in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                                                               Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                               Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                               Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District

  

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                             *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell gave a report on the Hwy 54 Coalition meeting at Mexico. MoDOT is experiencing additional financial stress and funds to assist with this four lane Highway 54 effort.

                                                                                      *****************

 

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Mark Fisher on records storage for the Prosecuting Attorneys and Circuit Clerk. Options were discussed and alternatives need to be investigated. They agreed to meet again on August 25, 2011. 

                                                               *****************   

Now on this day, the Commission – Sean O’Brien briefed the Commission on his conversation with Captain Hansan of the Missouri State Highway Patrol about the requirement for physicals for DOT. Captain Hansan assured Sean that physicals are not required for county or state employee vehicle operators. We are going to provide this information to our drivers.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Bill Truitt of EPM who evaluated the efficiency of our heating/ cooling system. He found our system in the courthouse to be much better than average.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Dan Miller moved to place Curt Mitchell on the Transportation Advisory Committee. Roy Sisson seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – after lunch the Commission visited the recent work completed on Old Hwy 61 near Frankford.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written: 

                                General Revenue                                      18942 – 18948
                                            Law Enforcement                                     15552 – 15567
                                            Road and Bridge                                      15361 – 15362
                                            Assessment                                                4840 – 4841
                                            Law Enforcement Training                                      1151
                                            Prosecuting Attorney Training                                 1038 

 ***************** 

The meeting was adjourned at 2:15, to meet again Monday, August 22, 2011.

                                                                                                           ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                           Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                            __________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner
                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                            ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Roy Sisson, Jr., Western Commissioner






 

 

July Term                                                               11th Day of Term                                                                          August 15, 2011

                                                                                Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                                                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:00. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell reported that Patty Deutch, owner of Rosebrook Farms which was the site of the proposed shooting range, has asked for a dismissal of the suit against this shooting range. They have ceased planning to put in this range. Those who were bringing the issue to court have signed off dismissing the action

                                                                                        *****************

            Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed budgets for Law Enforcement and Road and Bridge. Both budgets are very tight and require monthly
            monitoring throughout the remainder or the year.   

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – discussed the need to start on storage space for the Prosecuting Attorney and Circuit Clerk. The Commission plans to meet and discuss their needs so proper storage can be arranges.

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – After lunch the Commission visited CR403.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written: 

                                General Revenue                                      18938 – 18941
                                            Law Enforcement                                                   15551
                                            Road and Bridge                                                    15360
                                            Assessment                                                              4839
                                            911                                                                          2001    

 ****************

The meeting was adjourned at 1:45, to meet again Thursday, August 18, 2011.

 

                                                                                                           ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                           Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                            __________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner
                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                            ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Roy Sisson, Jr., Western Commissioner


 

                                                                                                                                                                                     

 

 

July Term                                                               10th Day of Term                                                                         August 11, 2011

  

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.
                                                                            *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed and approved the letter to Sean O’Brien regarding the requirement for DOT physicals for his crew. Evidence of this compliance must be presented to the Clerk of the Commission by October.1, 2011. Commission met briefly with Sean O’Brien to discuss the required DOT physicals for drivers and to review work being done. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Carolyn Wisecarver on various projects underway. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Jerri Harrelson, Circuit Clerk, stopped by to call attention to the Salary Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, August 22nd at 1:30 P.M. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – received a letter from County Assessor Donna Prior containing more complaints and a threat. The letter stated that she was not going to properly identify and assess new construction within Pike County even though she claims that she has spent over 50 hours during evenings and weekends and has already driven hundreds of miles to do this during the first six months of 2011. She threatens that she will “contact the taxing entities to let them know that their new construction tax dollars will be about a quarter of what they normally receive.” She says this is because the Commission will not pay the mileage due her. The Commission provides the Assessor a vehicle to use and will pay mileage for use of her own vehicle but she must file a request for reimbursement that contains the required information. The Commission sought legal advice on her mileage request and have followed that advice on this matter. The statute allows the Assessor to do her job in the manner she chooses with the mileage reimbursement information being established by the County Commission. (RSM 53.135)  Her letter basically states that if the Commission relents and pays her for mileage she will go ahead and do her job but if they don’t give in to her demands, she will not do her job as Assessor and will make all the taxing entities suffer. The Commission declined to give in to her demands. Presiding Commissioner Dan Miller asked that a copy of her letter be attached to these minutes as part of the public record.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with officials from the Pike Shop and signed the Warranty Deed selling the county building formerly housing the Pike County Home Health Offices on North Main Cross, for the sum of $71,900.00 This sale completes negotiation on this property which have been on going for several weeks. The retail outlet for the Pike Shop will now have a location on the square making shopping more convenient for their customers.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – visited the following roads after lunch. CR223,228,231,232,261,282,280,488,486,480,466,477,405 and 404. Commission noticed that the road number sign is missing at the corner of 486 and 466. This will be reported to the Road and Bridge Department.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                                 General Revenue                                      18891 – 18937
                                              Law Enforcement                                    15490 – 15550
                                              Road and Bridge                                     15325 – 15359
                                              Assessment                                               4821 – 4838
                                              Law Enforcement Training                                     1150
                                              911                                                           1999 – 2000   

                                          ***************** 

The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, August 15, 2011.



                                                                                                           ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                           Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                            __________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner
                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                            ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Roy Sisson, Jr., Western Commissioner






 

July Term                                                                9th Day of Term                                                                            August 8, 2011   

  

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District

  

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:15. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

                                                                              *****************

 Now on this day, the Commission – Roy Sisson made a motion to pay County Assessor Donna Prior for her mileage request for the month of June 2011 since it was turned in during the month of July. Curt Mitchell seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0. In the future mileage requests must include the parcel number, date and time of the inspection and miles traveled. This request must be turned in by the 10th of the month for the month prior. The Commission established this policy as part of compliance with State statute. The Commission asked the County Clerk to send a reminder to all elected officials that mileage reimbursements must include dates, times and places.  

                                                                ***************** 

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sean O’Brien and LaDon Atkinson, supervisors for the Road and Bridge Department, to discuss the work scheduled for the week. Mowers and graders are operating this week. They are preparing to do some chip and seal repair work on CR 280. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – visited briefly with Sheriff Korte on various matters. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – received the Sales Tax Report for July from County Treasurer Patti Crane, indicating an average increase over July 2010 of about $4500.00 in each of the four half cent sales taxes in Pike County. Gradually, we are getting sales tax revenues which are slightly better than they were in 2008 and 2009. This is good news because it represents a little recovery in our local economy.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – attended the Four County Commission meeting in Troy. Counties in attendance included Pike, Lincoln and Warren.  Montgomery County was absent. Discussed membership within Booneslick Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) and the desire to invite the mayors of towns in Pike County to a Booneslick meeting so they can learn more about the advantages of membership with BRPC. Discussed problems with Jail Administration in various counties. Vandalism by in mates seems to be a problem shared by most counties.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – approved Abstract of Fees for Sheriff, Stephen Korte, for July 2011. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – discussed the need for our Road and Bridge employees to have a physical exam every two years to maintain their CDL status for the U.S. Dept. of Transportation. When driving equipment requiring a CDL they are required to have paperwork showing that they have taken and passed this physical exam during the required time. The Commission reviewed the requirement and determined that the cost of this exam is to be paid by the employee. The CDL is their responsibility and the exam relates to the CDL requirement. They can take it with them if they take employment elsewhere. The employees are to schedule this on their own and may use sick or personal leave to get it done.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                                General Revenue                                      18885 – 18890
                                            Law Enforcement                                     15487 – 15489
                                            Road and Bridge                                      15322 – 15324
                                            Assessment                                                4818 – 4820
                                            911                                                            1997 – 1998    

 *****************

The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, August 11, 2011.

 

 

                                                                                                                                _____________________________________________________
                                                                                                                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                _____________________________________________________
                                                                                                                                Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner
                                                                                   
                                                                                                                                ______________________________________________________
                                                                                                                                Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

 

 

July Term                                                      6th Day of Term                                                                           July 28, 2011

  

        Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                     in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                     Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                     Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                     Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:00. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

                                                                           ******************
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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Public Health Home Hospice Board. Present were Tri-County Engineering Surveying Inc. Don Parr (surveyor) and City of Bowling Green council member Ed Lawson, and Mayor Chad Perkins. The discussion concerned the ownership of CR312, which the Commission believes is within the city limits of Bowling Green. The Commission reiterated that they would lay the approximately 615’ of asphalt if material is provided by Home Health and or the City of Bowling Green.

Dan Parr(surveyor) indicated the survey included the entire county road which is now in the Bowling Green city limits. After this informational survey was produced there was no one disagreeing on the ownership and boundaries of the city limits and road. Its evident all parties now need permission from Bowling Green to commence with the project.

                                                                                         *****************

            Now on this day, the Commission – there was a request made to County Commission to remove a speed limit sign on Louisianan Special Road District
            road 118 better known as River Road. This will have to be addressed by the Special Road District Commission.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell reported to the Commission on an RHSOC meeting that he attended at the Pike County Sheriffs office, which includes Homeland Security. Also in attendance were Sheriff Korte and Bowling Green City Administrator, Xavier Bishop. This meeting was held by way to the internet on Wednesday July 27. The location of the meeting was in Eureka Springs.

                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – discussed requirements of physicals, for employees who have a CDL license, with Melissa Kempke, County Deputy Clerk. 

                                                                  ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Bob Manzkey, Transportation Planning Specialist of MoDOT. He was asking Commission to sign a supplemental agreement to not interfere with intrinsic value of the Scenic Byway which is better known as the Little Dixie Highway of the Great River Road. The Commission agreed and signed this agreement. 

                                                                ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Chris Ackright and Drew Spears of Caterpillar for acknowledgement of 430ETT Backhoe purchase.

                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – took part in dedication of repaired bridge on Route W at Guins Creek south of Paynesville.

                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – visited the following CR 228,230 and 232

                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – received a complaint form David Henderson on the manner in which CR232 was being bladed and width of the road.

                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                               General Revenue                                      18823 – 18866
                                           Law Enforcement                                     15430 – 15471
                                           Road and Bridge                                      15276 – 15303
                                           Assessment                                                              4805
                                           Law Enforcement Training                            1148 – 1149
                                           911                                                                          1995
                                           Prosecuting Attorney Training                                   1037
                                           Special Election                                                        2620 

 *****************

The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, August 1, 2011.

 

                                                                                                           ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                           Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                            __________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner
                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                            ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Roy Sisson, Jr., Western Commissioner
 

 

July Term                                                               5th Day of Term                                                                              July 25, 2011

                                                                            Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                             in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                                                             Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                             Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                             Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

                                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Charles Chapius, Harris Guyton and Gary Hamilton who were here to express concern about the leadership and direction of Neighbors of the Mississippi. They were dissatisfied that information is not being shared as rapidly as needed. Some farm families feel that meetings are being held and they are not being included. The Commission met with county commissioners from Lincoln and St. Charles Counties last week to discuss issues with Corp of Engineer representatives. Apparently some people felt they should have been invited to this Commissioners meeting in St. Charles and were upset that they were not invited. The Commission explained that it was not their meeting and that it would have been inappropriate for them to invite persons to attend another counties meeting. The Commission agreed with County Clerk Bob Kirkpatrick’s view that we spoke for our citizens, including farm families, quite well before the COE. Bob offered to resign from his position as secretary of Neighbors fo the Mississippi if they thought that would help. 

                                                                  *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Tom Dempsey concerning a request for road improvements on CR 419 for an agricultural enterprise. The Commission helped him understand that the first 50ft. of improvements is under the control of MoDOT. He needs to start there with his request. Commission said they would look at the spot to see if there is something they need to do to assist.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with leaders of the Pike County Public Health, Home Health and Hospice Board, including Jim Hanson, Susie Oberdahlhoff, Jerry Hickerson and Administrator Justin Selle. They asked for clarification on who owns the road in front of the Home Health Building. They believe their survey indicates that the road was included in the plat annexed by the City of Bowling Green. The Commission agreed to host a meeting with the City of Bowling Green. Health Board, and Surveyor to discuss the ownership of this road. The meeting was set for Thursday, July 28th at 10:00 A.M.

                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the Road and Bridge Budget and found it to be very tight. So far our revenues are holding up, with expenditures running higher than normal. The Commission has approved the use of asphalt with an improved base rather than using chip and seal. During June and July, several miles of asphalt roads have been laid by the Pike County Road and Bridge crew.  

                                                                ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – visited the following CR 454, 467, 468, 477, 478 and 403 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – heard from Carolyn Wisecarver, on several economic development opportunities who have looked at our area currently.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                                 General Revenue                                      18804 – 18822
                                             Law Enforcement                                     15415 – 15429
                                             Road and Bridge                                      15261 – 15275
                                             Assessment                                                4795 – 4804
                                             Law Enforcement Training                          1145 – 1146 
                                             911                                                                          994
                                             Prosecuting Attorney Training                                 1036

                               ***************** 

The meeting was adjourned at 2:30, to meet again Thursday, July 28, 2011.

 

                                                                                                                                                _____________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner
                                                                                                                                            

_____________________________________________________
            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner 
                                                                                                                                                                 _____________________________________________________                                                                                                                                                                                                      
            Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

July Term                                                       4th Day of Term                                                                                       July 18, 2011

                                                                                Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                                                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District

 
Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:00. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                           ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Nolan Miller who asked to use the county roller, the backhoe and grader at the Pike County Fair for needed dirt work. Commission agreed but asked that only qualified and experienced operators be used and make arrangements with Sean O’Brien the Road and Bridge Supervisor. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Mark Fisher, Prosecuting Attorney, who informed them that a county employee was caught speeding in a county vehicle doing 68mph on Highway 161. The Commission will address the situation today.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – received notice on the close out of the CDBG Grant for the Kissenger Levee Project. All the grant funds were used.

                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – received the proof of insurance on the building the county is selling to the Pike Shop. The Commission gave permission for them to get started on some renovations if they placed insurance on the building.

                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Patty Fisher, who provided information on the upcoming Pike County Fair and 4H Exhibits. She invited the Commissioners to attend.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the Law Enforcement Budget, both revenue received and expenditures to date. Their budget is very tight. All budgeted revenue planned will be needed to fund budgeted expenditures.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Carolyn Wisecarver, who gave an update on working with Holcim on the Port Authority. After lunch she reported on the meeting with WCA(landfills) today. She described the talks as being of a beneficial nature.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Sheriff, Stephen Korte, came by to visit with the Commission and to announce a Regional Homeland Security meeting on July 27th.  

                                                                              *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – visited CRS 139, 266, 300, 301, 309, 410, 415, 417, 420, 466, 476, 477, 480, 494 and 496

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Ernie Painter, County Juvenile Officer visited with Commission concerning billing of the County regarding services by a lawyer on Juvenile court business.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                                General Revenue                                      18764 – 18803
                                            Law Enforcement                                                   15413
                                            Road and Bridge                                                    15260
                                            Assessment                                                              4794
                                            911                                                                          1993

               *****************

The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, July 21, 2011.

 

                                                                                                           ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                           Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                            __________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner
                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                            ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Roy Sisson, Jr., Western Commissioner

 

July Term                                                                3rd Day of Term                                                                                 July 14, 2011

 

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:00. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.

Motion carried 3 – 0.                            

                                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – received notice that the County Clerks Office received $1,497.20 incentive reward money for conducting fair and efficient election services by maintaining accurate, up to-date voter registration lists. The voter registration is the primary responsibility of Barb Luckett with assistance from the County Clerk’s staff. We have received this incentive money for three straight years. 

                                                                      *****************

Now on this day, the Commission –Sean O’Brien, supervisor of the road and bridge department, expressed much pleasure with his crews work. They are working hard and well together. He gave praise to LaDon Atkinson, his assistant, for his excellent work as well. Progress on the roads is coming along. We are mowing, replacing signs and grading roads today. He feels that the ten hour days have been very beneficial. They have worked through breaks and lunch in order to get the hot asphalt laid. No overtime or comp time has been used this summer.

                                                                      *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – was addressed by Patti Crane, Treasurer, who inquired about the amount of General Revenue funds being transferred to Law Enforcement this year compared to 2010. 

                                                                      ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – Donna Prior, County Assessor, came in and presented two pages of complaints to the Commission calling the Commissioners liars. Dan Miller asked her to leave and then loudly told her to leave. Arguing ensued, with the County Clerk leaving the room. Her letter remained unread by her or the Commission therefore not printed here. Donna asked that the letter and all comments during the meeting be placed in the minutes. As the Clerk left, no minutes were taken during this time. It would be unfair to place the unread letter in the minutes without the other comments made during the same time by both parties. The whole situation ensued because the County Commission on July 11th, ordered that no raises be given until January 2012, where upon raises would be given. Donna decided to give her employees a $.50 raise despite their request and did so. She didn’t like the manner in which she was treated by the Commission on July 7th and wanted to have her say with the Commission. Her comments were poorly received. Donna Prior had written an offer to the Commission stating she would reduce the raises that she had already given to $.25 from $.50 if everyone employed by the county would be given a $.25 per hour raise. When the meeting reconvened, the offer was rejected because we had already frozen salary and raises until January. We would have to amend budgets. Once a raise is given it is very difficult to retract it.  

                                                                     ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – Approved Abstract of Fees for Recorder, Sherry McCarty, for June, 2011.

                                                                       *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Carolyn Wisecarver to discuss the dismantling of buildings being planned at the Holcim site near Clarksville. Some of these buildings could be used for storage by the companies transporting materials on the river. The Commission asked her to make connections with Holcim to determine if there are some ways these buildings can be used. 

                                                                     *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Shannon Howe, bridge engineer with Benton and Associates who presented bridge plans for project BRO-BO82(26) OVER Indian Creek on CR 443 near the end of blacktop Y. This bridge is slated to be built in 2012. This bridge will be 24’ wide and 110’ long with pre-fabricated beams with three piers and concrete deck. Commission looked at each page of the plans as they were reviewed and were pleased with the realignment of the bridge to reduce the erosion effect and will straighten the road somewhat. The engineers estimated cost for the bridge is $300,000.00 with 80% of this paid by the federal government. The county’s share will be about $60,000.00.

                                                                    *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – visited county roads 252, 255, 257, 258, 286 and El Dorado Meadows.  

                                                                    *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – received and reviewed the auditors report from PCADD indicating a clear audit. 

                                                                   *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written: 

                                General Revenue                                      18718 – 18763
                                            Law Enforcement                                     15360 – 15412
                                            Road and Bridge                                      15221 – 15259
                                            Assessment                                                4786 – 4793
                                            Law Enforcement Training                          1142 – 1144
                                            911                                                            1990 – 1992  

 

 *****************

 

The meeting was adjourned at 3:30, to meet again Monday, July 18, 2011.

 

                                                                                                          __________________________________                                   
                                                                                                          Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                                                             __________________________________ 
                                                                                                          Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner 

                                                                                                                                              _________________________________
                                                                                                           Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

July Term                                                              2nd Day of Term                                                                          July 11, 2011


 

                   Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                               in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                               Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                               Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District    
                               Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:10. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                             ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – Roy Sisson Jr. moved to freeze all raises or salary increases until January 2012, where upon raises will be given during the budget consideration. Curt Mitchell seconded the motion. Motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                                                         *****************

            Now on this day, the Commission – heard from Sean O’Brien, road and bridge supervisor, that two of the three new Caterpillar graders were received last
            week. Traded in were two CAT graders purchased five years ago.

            Commission also heard from Sean O’Brien that there is sufficient funds set aside for paving in this budget to pave CR 139, with funds remaining to do
            patching and gravel on the roads for the remainder of the year. The Commission approved this action. Patching will occur on CR282 later this summer.
            CR219 will receive repair work later this summer but will not receive re-paving this year. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – heard from Tom Thompson, Director of the Pike Shop, requesting permission to move the closing date on the sale of the old Home Health Building to July 29th or before in order to get details completed with financing. Commission agreed to this delay from the original date of July 15th.

                                                                 ******************

Now on this day, the Commission heard from Treasurer, Patti Crane that the Sales Tax was up for June.

                                                                                        ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – Approved Abstract of Fees for Sheriff, Stephen Korte, for June, 2011. Approved Abstract of Fees for, Circuit Clerk, Jerri Harrelson, for June 2011.

                                                                   *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – visited county roads 122, 128, 129 and 130. The paving work on CR122 is an excellent improvement to this road.

                                                                   *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written: 

                                General Revenue                                      18716 – 18717
                                            Road and Bridge                                                    15220
                                            Assessment                                                              4785 

                                           ***************** 

Commission remained present for a Board of Equalization meeting, there were no issues presented. The meeting was adjourned at 1:45, to meet again Thursday, July 14, 2011.

 

                                                                                                                                                 _________________________________
                                                                                                              Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                              __________________________________
                                                                                                              Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

                                                                                                                                                   ______________________________________________
                                                                                                                                                  Roy Sisson Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

July Term                                                               1st Day of Term                                                                                July 7, 2011

 

                   Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:00. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Dan Miller, seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                               ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – received a letter from Dezube and Miller, a Law Firm from Overland Park, Kansas. Mrs. Pat Onik of private road 9111; which lies within the Louisiana Special Road District.

                                                                                        *****************

            Now on this day, the Commission – has noted request for sign replacements on County Roads that have had the three numbered signs removed or
            damaged.  This information was allowed by OATS driver Ralph Crank from Clarksville. Commission passed this information along to Road and Bridge
            Supervisor, Sean O’Brien, as well as a need for blading on CR 244 requested by Mrs. Lynn Miller.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Approved Abstract of Fees for Sheriff, Stephen Korte, for June, 2011. Approved Abstract of Fees for, Circuit Clerk, Jerri Harrelson, for June 2011. 

                                                                *****************

 Now on this day, the Commission – visited county roads 122, 123, 124, 128 and 129. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                               General Revenue                                      18694 – 18715
                                            Law Enforcement                                    15341– 15359
                                            Road and Bridge                                     15197 – 15219
                                            Assessment                                               4779 – 4784
                                            Law Enforcement Training                                     1141
                                            911                                                           1988 – 1989         

***************

 

The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, July 11, 2011. 

 

                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                   ______________________________________
                                                                                                                                   Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner
               
                                                                                                                                    _____________________________________ 
                                                                                                                                    Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April Term                                                           23rd Day of Term                                                                                                    June 30, 2011

 
                                                                             Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                             in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                                                             Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                             Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                             Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District

  

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                        ******************

         Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the Contract for Sale of the county owned building, formerly known as the Home Health and Hospice Building
         based on an offer from another public entity – the Pike Shop. The Commission discussed that this would provide a good home for their retail business and
        would help their organization. Roy Sisson moved to accept and execute a contract for sale of the Home Health and Hospice Building for a sale price of
        $72,000.00. The purchasers are the Pike Shop. They plan to move their retail outlet to this location. Dan Miller seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                                                 *****************

        Now on this day, the Commission – Bob Kirkpatrick conveyed a “thank you” from Pike RIII Superintendent, Mark Harvey, for the nice job done on Vo-       
        Tech Road at Eolia. 

                                                         *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – received a call from Frank Lawson at Port Maramac about services on their private road. We met with Mr. Lawson and Mr. Sencenbough previously and agreed that the only services the county will provide are to grade the sludge off their private drive. We continue to do this each time after the water recedes off it, but that is the limit of our service.

                                                        *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell gave a report on attending County Government Day in Jefferson City on Wednesday sponsored by Senator Brian Munzlinger. The most noteworthy item was the likelihood that federal bridge funds are going to be significantly reduced over the next five years. This presents a long range issue because this funding has provided 80% of our funds on the largest bridges built in Pike County.

                                                        *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell moved to pay $5,794.00 for a copier out of the Miscellaneous Fund for the Prosecuting Attorney. His copier is completely inoperable and no money was put in his budget for such an equipment expenditure. Roy Sisson seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0.

                                                       *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Daryl Decker on another effort to form an insurance consortium. He briefed the Commission on his current effort with counties across the state. Since Mercy and Coventry GHP have joined, making it possible to do a multi-county consortium. Several counties are going to bid with Mr. Decker. Commissioners agreed to be included in this health insurance bid. We have no commitment to accept this bid.

                                                       *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – received a letter from Bob Kirkpatrick, their representative to the Enhanced Enterprise Zone. The letter expressed the EEZ Committee’s decision not to accept the application from True Manufacturing for tax abatements under the EEZ plan. True Manufacturing was already under construction before this ordinance was passed, thus they were not eligible for consideration. 

                                                        *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Donna Prior, Assessor, over her request to give raises to her employees mid year. The Commission expressed much concerns about this. After discussion, the issue was tabled until next week.

                                                        *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                               General Revenue                                      18656 – 18693
                                           Law Enforcement                                     15291 – 15340
                                           Road and Bridge                                      15172 – 15196
                                           Assessment                                                4771 – 4778
                                           Law Enforcement Training                                      1140
                                           911                                                                        1987         

             *************** 

The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, July 7, 2011. Commission will not meet on Monday July 4, 2011 due to the holiday.




                                                                                                           ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                           Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                            __________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner
                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                            ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Roy Sisson, Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 

April Term                                                            22nd Day of Term                                                                                                   June 23, 2011

                                                    
                                                                             Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                             in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                                                             Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                             Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                             Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District 

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr. seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

                                                                          ******************

             Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the budget for Road and Bridge to determine availability of funds for additional road building. They asked the
             supervisor to gather all the information for a more accurate picture before doing anymore paving work. 

               *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – received a visit from Ed Henderson, Louie Smith and Ralph Niemeyer, citizens who travel on CR 310 often as they travel home. They mentioned how well Pike 310 had been fixed and expressed appreciation for the good work. They asked for consideration on having this road asphalted or “chip & sealed”. Commission expressed that our budget is stretched tight and we cannot do it this year. The Commission was asked if there was a priority list used to decide which roads were paved. The Commission expressed that the priorities are the roads which connect two state blacktop roads. Commission expressed that they would take note of their request and give it consideration for the future.

                                                                 *****************

 Now on this day, the Commission – met with Coroner Jim Turner and Nathan Pryer, representative for Parcells Forensic Pathology Group. The discussion centered around the need for a storage facility for bodies awaiting an autopsy. Commission discussed some future possibilities but could not commit to anything presently. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited the bills and ordered the following checks to be written;

                                               General Revenue                      18647 – 18655
                                                            Law Enforcement                    15269 – 15290
                                                            Law Enforcement Training         1138 – 1139
                                                            Prosecuting Attorney Training                1035

                                                                 *****************

          The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, June 27, 2011.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          _____________________________________________________
                                                                                                           Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                            ____________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Roy Sisson, Jr., Western Commissioner

 

 

 April Term                                                      21st Day of Term                                                                                                    June 20, 2011

 

                                                                        Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                        in Bowling Green, County of Pike, State of Missouri;
                                                                        Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                        Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                        Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District

  

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Roy Sisson Jr. moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Curt Mitchell seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

                                                                                 ******************

             Now on this day, the Commission – met with Sean O’Brien, Road and Bridge Supervisor, presenting a financial review on hot mix asphalt as of this
             morning. Plans are to complete Ashley today, then to Magnesium Mine Rd.(CR139), then to Vo-Tech Rd, this week on the asphalting. He gave a review
             on FEMA Reimbursement for the expenses related to the Blizzard. Estimates for gravel replacement due to blading is about $180,000.00 with the county's
             reimbursement (at 75%) being about $135,000.00 Sean presented a cost estimate for the chip and seal improvement on Pike 122 of about $70,000.00.

                                                                                             *****************

         Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell gave a review of the Mayor’s Meeting held last Friday, where U.S. Representative Luetkemeyer spoke on
         the current economic situation. He said the current proposed farm bill will likely pass and could end direct payments to farms; reviewed the need to put people
         to work on the development of our own oil and gas resources in the United States. We are being held back by the environmental groups who object to this
         development.

                                                                ****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Sheriff Korte stopped by to visit the Commission. They discussed trying to use the Law Enforcement Restitution Fund to assist a victim in Clarksville who had a lawn swing destroyed by a person fleeing from the law.

                                                                 ***************** 

Now on this day, the Commission – heard from Speaker of the House Tilley (in the Missouri House of Representatives) that he just formed an Interim Committee on 911 Access to try to find additional funds to help with increased costs for 911. Cell phones are replacing land lines at an increasing rate yet cell phone users pay nothing for 911 services on their phones. Counties are faced with reducing 911 services due to declining revenue from land line users.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the budget figures in terms of mid-term raises this morning as promised in January during final budget sessions. We were coming along nicely on sales tax revenue increases until last months figures came in. They were down by over $16,000.00 in each fund, including general revenue, law enforcement and road and bridge. Due to this huge decrease in one month, they postponed any further consideration of raises until January 2012.

                                                                 ***************** 

Now on this day, the Commission – and elected officials held a County Employee Appreciation Dinner on the Courthouse Lawn at noon. The officials paid for the food, with the main cook being Bella Miller with assistance in set up and tear down by officials and the Road and Bridge Crew. The food was excellent as well as the fellowship.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – discussed the Road and Bridge Budget and asked the County Clerk to prepare a report for review on Thursday morning before any further paving decisions were approved. 

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited the bills and ordered the following checks to be written;

 

                                Road and Bridge                   15171

                                                                 *****************

         The meeting was adjourned at 2:00 PM, to meet again Thursday, June 23, 2011.


                                                                                                            __________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                            __________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner

                                                                                                            ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Roy Sisson, Jr., Western Commissioner






 

April Term                                                                20th Day of Term                                                                         June 16, 2011

                                                                                
                                                                                Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                                in Bowling Green , County of Pike, State of Missouri ;
                                                                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                                                               
Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                                Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Western District  

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson Jr., seconded the motion. 
Motion carried 2 – 0.

                                              ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – received a copy of a Resolution from the Louisiana Special Road District #3 stating that they will not allow trespassing on any of the Special Road District bridges nor 
allow the unauthorized use of special road district property, including climbing on or under the bridge and property connected to the bridge, fishing or causing a situation that may hinder the flow of two way traffic on the 
bridges or low water crossing. Commission thought this was a good idea and we urge the Special Road Commission to put up signs in problem areas warning citizens about this new regulation. 
The Sheriff’s Department is to be informed as well as the Prosecuting Attorney.

                                                                     *****************

            Now on this day, the Commission – discussed the need to delay any resurfacing on Pike 219 because we need to make improvements to allow the road 
            base to settle in several spots before laying  a hard surface again. 
            We will work to solidify these spots and improve the road now so that it can be ready for resurfacing next summer. 

                                             *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Bill Truitt of EPM, Inc. of Fulton who discussed possible cost savings by putting in an EPM Computer control system for our heating and air conditioning system. 
The evaluation to determine if cost savings can be gained is free. After discussion of how this works and review of other public entities who have participated, the Commission agreed to this review by EPM.  

                                             *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – after lunch, the Commission visited CR139 and 292.

                                            *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited the bills and ordered the following checks to be written;

                                General Revenue                      18600 – 18646 
                                            Law Enforcement                    15223 – 15268
                                            Road and Bridge                      15130 – 15170 
                                            Assessment                             4758 – 4770
                                            Recorders Fund                       1135
   
                                         911                                                               1983 – 1986
                                           Prosecuting Attorney Training 1034  

                                                                *****************  

The meeting was adjourned at 1:10 PM, to meet again Monday, June 20, 2011.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         _____________________________________________________
                                                                                                           Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                            ____________________________________________________
                                                                                                            Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             ___________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Roy Sisson, Jr., Western Commissioner





April Term                                                               19th Day of Term                                                                            June 13, 2011

   

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green , County of Pike, State of Missouri ;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District  

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Dan Miller seconded the motion. 
Motion carried 2 – 0. Roy Sisson was not in attendance due to family illness.

                                                ******************

Now on this day, the Commission – received the official letter from the Missouri Department of Economic Development announcing the Enhanced Enterprise Zone acceptance. 
This is a long term project that has included the communities of Clarksville , Curryville, Frankford and Bowling Green . Commission and Clerk penned a news release to the media noting this announcement.

                                                            *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – received complaints from Brett Penrod and his father regarding the manner in which bidding was done on a construction project for the Buffalo Township Fire Protection District. 
The Commission and County Clerk have explained several times previously that we have no control over the Buffalo Township Fire Protection District. They have their own elected board. Commission agreed to send them a copy 
of our Pike County Procurement Policy and suggest that they adopt

                                               *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – met with Coroner, Jim Turner to discuss the need for better morgue service for situations where an autopsy is required but the body cant be accepted because it’s a weekend. 
Dan Miller said that we have started working on a long term plan to improve this situation.

                                               *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – agreed to have our current mowing contractor add the mowing for the old Sheriff’s office and around the road and bridge storage building for an additional $25.00 per week.

                                               *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell moved to replace Mike Gray, who is leaving Pike County , with Mark Harvey, Superintendent of Clopton Schools as the Schools representative on 
the Enhanced Enterprise Zone Board. Dan Miller seconded the motion, motion carried 2 – 0.

                                             *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Sean O’Brien, Road and Bridge Supervisor, visited with the Commission briefly, for an update on projects.

                                                        *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – audited the bills and ordered the following checks to be written;  

                                General Revenue                      18598 – 18599

                                Law Enforcement                    15221 – 15222

 

 

The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Thursday, June 16, 2011.  

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     ____________________________________________________
                                                                                             Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner                                 

                                                                                             _____________________________________________________
                                                                                             Curt Mitchell, Eastern Commissioner                                                                                                  

                                                                                                                                                      

April Term                                            18th Day of Term                                                                                            June 9, 2011

   

 Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
             in Bowling Green , County of Pike, State of Missouri ;
             Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
             Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
             Roy Sisson Jr., Associate Commissioner, Eastern District  

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:05. Roy Sisson Jr. moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Curt Mitchell seconded the motion. 
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

                                                                                 ******************  

Now on this day, the Commission – Met with Jerri Harrelson, Circuit Clerk, concerning need for more storage for court records. She asked for assistance on some phone problems. 
The Commission contacted the phone service technician and requested that he come in as soon as possible for this assistance.

                                                                                            *****************

            Now on this day, the Commission – Curt Mitchell moved to renew the Conflict of Interest Ordinance which requires the County Clerk and Presiding Commissioner to file the Personal Financial Disclosure Statement. 
            Roy Sisson seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0. 

                                                                    *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Pat Onik stopped by to urge the County Commission to take action on the road she lives on. As explained in previous visits with us, she lives on a private road in the Louisiana Special Road District. 
Due to the number of people who live on the road, it appears there maybe good reason for it to be changed from private road status but this decision is entirely within the jurisdiction of the Louisiana Special Road District Commission. 
The Pike County Commission has no decision power over this matter.  

                                                                    *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – received a report on Sales Tax for the month of May, indicating a big drop in revenue for all four sales tax accounts. 
Each one dropped about $10,000.00 for the month. We are still up for the year about $3,000.00 in each account.  

                                                                   *****************  

Now on this day, the Commission – Clark and Roberta Pointer came by to ask for assistance from the County Commission on stopping the four wheelers and loud trucks from spinning out on a county bridge in their area. 
They complained that the kids are obstructing the roadway by parking along the sides of the road and on the bridge. Discussion centered around the enforcement for safety purposes of No Trespassing Ordinances on County owned bridges. 
Chief Deputy Baker and Prosecutor Mark Fisher came in and participated in the discussion on the problem. The specific property in question is owned by the Louisiana Special Road District #3. The Commission agreed that this is a 
dangerous situation with mis-use of four wheelers, motorcycles and vehicles which speed and spin on the bridge and on the roads. Trespassing is occurring and obstruction of traffic on the bridge is also a problem. 
We will work with the Special Road District, the Sheriffs Dept., Road and Bridge Dept and the Prosecuting Attorney’s office to improve this situation. Action on this issue is the jurisdiction of the Louisiana Special Road District #3.

                                                                 *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – Carolyn Wisecarver gave an update including approval of the Pike County Enhanced Enterprise Zone by the Department of Economic Development and the Governors Office. 
She mentioned other efforts underway for grant writing and progress on grants with USDA. The Enhanced Enterprise Zone is a big benefit to Pike County because it helps our county compete for new industry while not 
giving away our tax base in a long term abatement. The Commission commended Carolyn Wisecarver for her excellent work on this achievement. 
Roy Sisson moved to pay the dues $250.00 to the ECMODEV a regional marketing group made up of communities and counties in our area. Curt Mitchell seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0.  

                                                                *****************

Now on this day, the Commission – after lunch, the Commission reviewed the General Revenue Budget and found it to be in good order after five months of operation in 2011  

                                                                *****************  

Now on this day, the Commission – audited the bills and ordered the following checks to be written;

                                General Revenue                      18576 – 18597 
                                            Law Enforcement                     15218 – 15220
                                            Road & Bridge                         15109 – 15129 
                                            Assessment                                 4754 – 4757 
                                            Special Election                                       2617

 

The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, June 13, 2011. 



                                                                                                             ____________________________________________________
                                                                                                             Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                             
_____________________________________________________
                                                                                                              Eastern Commissioner            

                                                                                                                         _____________________________________________________
                                                                                                                          Western Commissioner     






 

April Term                                                               11th Day of Term                                                                                                   May 12, 2011

   

                    Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                in Bowling Green , County of Pike, State of Missouri ;
                                Dan Miller, Presiding Commissioner,
                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                Roy Sisson, Associate Commissioner, Western District  

 

Dan Miller called the meeting to order at 9:00. Curt Mitchell moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Roy Sisson seconded the motion.
Motion carried 3 – 0.                                

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Now on this day, the Commission – met with Attorney Will Cheeseman concerning our requested legal advice on the ability of a County Commission to establish a permit system for a firing range. 
He recommended that the Commission wait until the current injunction is heard in Circuit Court. He did not find any statutory provisions which enable the Commission to do such an ordinance/permit unless 
they had a zoning law passed by the people.  

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             Now on this day, the Commission – Sean O’Brien, Road and Bridge Supervisor, came in and presented an expenditure report on gravel and culverts through the month of April, Dust control application will 
            start next Monday.  After a discussion on possibilities of shipping the rock spreader back here, Curt Mitchell moved to authorize Reuther Trucking to pick up the rock spreader purchased on Gov.Deals.com in 
            Texas and transport back here for $2000.00. Roy Sisson seconded the motion, Dan Miller abstained due to possibility of relations being contracted as a driver for Reuther.

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Now on this day, the Commission – Sean O’Brien presented the need for a new mower, specified as a 15 foot, batwing brush hog. 
Commisison authorized Sean to bid on the brush hog as it is in the equipment budget for 2011.

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Now on this day, the commission – Presiding Commissioner, Dan Miller, with agreement by the Commission, has worked out an agreement with LEPC(Local Emergency Planning Committee) to purchase two 100 watt generators 
from the Federal Surplus Property Agency. One will be located at the Sheriffs Office and one at the Elks Lodge in Louisiana . LEPC will refund the purchase price to the County on one of the generators.

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Now on this day, the Commission – Roy Sisson moved to hire Fitch and Associates to design a double cell 10’X6’ low water type structure on CR 300 for a fee of $8,000.00. 
Curt Mitchell seconded the motion, motion carried 3 – 0.  

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Now on this day, the Commission – Approved Abstract of Fees for Recorder, Sherry McCarty, for April 2011.

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Now on this day, the Commission – at 10 AM the Commission met with citizens who live near the area of Clopton School who are concerned about the location of a firing range across from the school. 
Commission asked Attorney Cheeseman to present the county’s concerns. After that, Ed O’Brien, who represented the citizens present, stated that the County Commission like Mayors and Governors have 
the power to establish rules and ordinances to protect the people. After much discussion and many questions the Commission agreed to pen a letter to the attorneys and landowners to inform them of the concerns expressed 
by the citizens of the area about the placement of this gun range in this location. 

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Now on this day, the Commission – continued the discussion on trading two old backhoes for one new backhoe per state bid contract. The contract is for a CAT 430E to be purchased for $67,000.00 payable in February 2012. 
After discussion and review of State Bid Documents, Curt Mitchell moved to purchase this CAT Backhoe for $67,000.00 payable in February 2012 with the trade in of two older backhoes to be included in the purchase. 
Dan Miller seconded the motion. Roy Sisson stated that he would prefer that we waited until 2012 for this purchase. The vote was Mitchell and Miller for and Sisson against  

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Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                                General Revenue                                      18409 – 18420
                                            Law Enforcement                                     15075 – 15097
                                            Road and Bridge                                      15016 – 15032 
                                            Assessment                                                4722 – 4725
                                            Law Enforcement Training                                      1136
                                            Recorder                                                                1132
                                            911                                                                        1972  

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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, May 16, 2011. 


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                                                                                                             Presiding Commissioner

                                                                                                             
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                                                                                                              Eastern Commissioner            

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                                                                                                                          Western Commissioner     








 

 

April Term                                                               4th Day of Term                                                                                                      April 14, 2011

   
                                                                                Commission in session pursuant to adjournment at the Courthouse
                                                                                in Bowling Green , County of Pike, State of Missouri ;
                                                                                Curt Mitchell, Associate Commissioner, Eastern District
                                                                                Roy Sisson, Associate Commissioner, Western District  

 

 Curt Mitchell called the meeting to order at 9:00. Roy Sisson moved to accept the Agenda as presented; Curt Mitchell seconded the motion. 
 Motion carried 2 – 0.                                

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Now on this day, the Commission – Met with representatives of the Home Health and Hospice Board concerning the road which runs past their new building. They asked who had responsibility for 
maintenance of this road. The Commission explained that the city annexed this land into the city, including the road and it belongs to the city. The city authorized the asphalting of part of the road and has
responsibility for this road to the city limits.  

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Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the Road and Bridge Budget, with emphasis on the Repairs and Parts and Equipment line items. Discussion centered on the repairs and parts being over half spent to date. 
Commission asked for a report on accumulated comp time to date and will share that with the Road/Bridge Supervisor.

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Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed the Law Enforcement Budget and found it to be improved to date.  

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Now on this day, the Commission – reviewed roads CR 313,414,415,417,465,466,467,468,469,472 and 474. Commission reported bad spots to the road Supervisor on several of the roads.

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Now on this day, the Commission – audited bills and ordered the following checks to be written:

                                                 General Revenue                                      18171 – 1823
                                                
Law Enforcement                                     14928 – 14944
                                                 Road and Bridge                                      14922 – 14947
                                                 Assessment                                                4680 – 4683
                                                 Law Enforcement Training                          1132 – 1133 
                                                 Recorders Fund                                         1129 – 1130 
   
                                              911                                                                        1963
                                                Special Election                                           2523 – 2603

                
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The meeting was adjourned, to meet again Monday, April 18, 2011.




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Eastern Commissioner                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              _____________________________________________________
Western Commissioner