Crystal Graddy

The meeting included discussions from various committees. The Harrison Fire Chief addressed the 911 Boards, suggesting a recreation of the board based on positions. A revision for the employee handbook was suggested, focusing on a vacation time rollover policy. The Budget and Finance Committee discussed ordinances related to acquiring financing for Caterpillar motor graders, placing funds for FBI Overtime into the Sheriff's Department budget, and moving funds for scholarship reimbursement. The Law Enforcement Committee mentioned hiring a new resource officer and upcoming bid advertisements for jail storage additions. The Personnel Committee discussed creating a 911 Administrative Board and authorizing the County Collector to place fire dues on property tax statements. The Road/Bridges/Buildings/Grounds Committee noted the Government Center Remodel is on schedule. The Solid Waste Committee discussed the County Fall Cleanup, with negotiations ongoing with LRS for assistance.

The meeting included discussions from various committees. The Historic Harrison Business Association sought support for the Main Street Community Program. The Budget and Finance Committee considered employee wage increases for the Sheriff's Department and Jail, and reviewed carryover amounts from 2024. The Road/Bridges/Buildings/Grounds Committee received an update on the Boone County Government Center Remodel. The Solid Waste Committee mentioned upcoming recycling legislation.

The meeting included discussions from various committees. The County Clerk addressed a payroll budget mistake, which led to a motion to draft an ordinance to amend the budget. The Budget and Finance Committee discussed the need for a new vehicle for the Coroner's Office and the annual budget cleanup for 2024, as well as transferring funds into the Drug Court Fund for a trailer. They also discussed establishing a Juvenile AOC Fund and the need to start the budget process sooner. The Law Enforcement Committee received an update on the 309 program and the completion of the fence at the Sheriff's Department. The Personnel Committee discussed nominations for a Quorum Court delegate to the Arkansas Association of Quorum Courts. The Road/Bridges/Buildings/Grounds Committee received an update on the Government Center remodel project and the selection of Nabholz as the construction manager, with a focus on using local subcontractors. The committee also announced that the Prosecuting Attorney will be the county attorney. The Solid Waste Committee had no business to discuss. Additionally, there was a mention of potential state legislation to regulate the height of windmills in Arkansas.

The Quorum Court meeting will include the treasurer's report, sheriff's report, and quorum court committee reports. Key agenda items include reappointments to the North Arkansas Regional Medical Center Board of Directors, and several appropriation ordinances. These ordinances address funds from the Corps of Engineers, the Association of Arkansas Counties, and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. Additionally, an ordinance establishing rules of procedure for the Quorum Court in 2025 will be considered.

The meeting covered various topics across different committees. A representative from Premier Broadband Internet presented on a broadband grant project. Committee assignments for 2025 were announced, and committee chairs were elected. Discussions included appropriation ordinances for funds from the Corps of Engineers and the Association of Arkansas Counties, both allocated to the Sheriff's Department budget. Another ordinance established a fund for renovations to the Grandmas House Children's Advocacy Center using an Arkansas Economic Development Commission grant. Updates were provided on the new security fence at the Sheriff's Department and the Boone County Government Center construction project. Reappointment nominations to the NARMC Board of Directors were considered, and an ordinance establishing Quorum Court procedures for 2025 was discussed. The departure of the Boone County Attorney was noted.