Adair County

The Commission discussed the review of construction bids for the BRO 48 Bridge Project, including bridge numbers 137, 257, 278, and 363. Mr. Howe provided recommendations for the bid award process and discussed logistical constraints regarding crew and equipment usage for bridge construction. Additionally, paperwork was submitted to the State Emergency Management Agency regarding the Oklahoma Trail project.

The Commission addressed several items of business, including a budget amendment for the Law Enforcement General Fund to account for revenue and expenses related to the Offender Sweep and MoDOT Blueprint for Safety grant. Additionally, the Commission approved a food services contract submitted by the Sheriff's Department and drafted a letter to Governor Jay Nixon requesting a review and increase of the daily prisoner housing reimbursement rate.

The Commission convened to conduct general county business, which included an unscheduled meeting with a representative from Terra-Gen. A scheduled Zoom meeting with the Court system was cancelled. Additionally, the Commission formally noted the reference to Order No 12 regarding Adair County Circuit Clerk Fees for the month of May.

The Commission traveled to attend a trial regarding a stolen county vehicle and participated in a briefing for the Public Assistance Program concerning disaster relief. Additionally, the Commission completed and signed an application for federal and state assistance following a federal disaster declaration.

The meeting involved the review and processing of bids for culverts, concrete, grader blades, and lumber for the 2014 fiscal year. A specific proposal contract related to Metal Culverts, Inc. was also noted.