Jerry Countryman

The board discussed a financial report for February 2026 and reviewed a proposed driveway access on Fremont Road, involving a request for turn-lane analysis. The board formally resolved to join the Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System (LAGERS), effective April 1, 2026, and adopted corresponding plan elections. Updates were made to the employee handbook, including policies on longevity benefits, personal time off, sick leave, vacation time, and retirement contributions. Additionally, the board approved the renewal of workers' compensation insurance, a yard repair payment, the listing of a dump truck for sale, and reviewed various development and project updates, including plan submissions for Marabella and stormwater issues at Ozark Marketplace.

The Board reviewed the monthly financial report and debated expenditures, including a controversial geogrid purchase. Discussions covered a request for a 3-way stop at a local intersection, updates on 6th Avenue property and the Riverside Bridge, and tabled negotiations regarding the 17th Street escrow fund. Additionally, the Board authorized the installation of speed limit signs on Claude Road, discussed roadside spraying practices, approved bidding for the Riverbluff Drive overlay project, and reviewed ongoing updates for the Smallin Road project and other engineering tasks.

The board meeting covers a financial review, discussions with guests regarding surface treatment and maintenance services, and reviews of old business including property and bridge projects. New business items include addressing dirt and debris, reconfirming speed limits on specific roads, and street sign design. Additionally, the agenda features project updates, equipment status reviews, and a closed session for confidential and employee matters.

The meeting addressed multiple topics, including road improvements and project approvals. The OSRD approved the continuance of a project contingent upon Shake Guy Holdings, LLC contributing 20% of the mill and overlay costs for Walk on Drive. Plans for Gabris Landscaping Driveway Location and the Marabella development were reviewed, with conditional approval for Marabella's development pending a cost-shared center turn lane addition. Additionally, the development of Stancer RV Storage was approved to connect into the OSRD Roadway on N 20th St. The commissioners also discussed guard rail installation, driveway improvements along Riverside Road, and a tax levy renewal. A Bobcat purchase from the City of Ozark was approved, and discussions were held regarding a roundabout at 3rd St./McCracken/Riverside Dr. and the engagement of a web developer for the OSRD website.

The Ozark Special Road District work study session included discussions on equipment updates, such as repairs to a JD Loader, readiness of a JD asphalt roller, and the potential sale of an old Cat roller. Commissioners considered the cost-effectiveness of repairing a newer JD mower. An offer of $350,000 was discussed for the purchase of a property, contingent on rezoning and satisfactory Geo Technical Investigation. Updates were provided on the McCauley Bridge and Blue Stem Culvert projects, with considerations for cost-sharing with the City of Ozark on the latter. There was also an update on Capital Materials Paving and Construction, including brush issues and roadway improvement possibilities. The District decided not to proceed with covering the engineering costs for the 18th Street Extension.