Maggie Wright

The Commission approved a court order to transfer funds, authorized the abatement and removal of nuisance conditions at a specific property, and approved a donation to the Allied Arts Council. Discussions were held regarding the general operations and funding for the Buchanan County Fairgrounds, and the County Attorney provided an update on ongoing projects. The Commissioners decided to cancel and reschedule a forthcoming Office Holder meeting, and held a closed session to discuss personnel matters related to the Administrative Coordinator position.

The board conducted an interview for the Administrative Coordinator position in a closed session. Key discussions included updates on county projects from MoDOT and the approval of various court orders regarding specialized inspection services for the Juvenile Detention Center Project, voiding of checks, fund transfers, receipt of the Domestic Violence Fees report, signing of the Statement of Closure Deed Notice for the Law Enforcement Center, and an Anti-Opioid Campaign proposal. Bids for demolition services were opened and awarded to Madget Demolition, while proposals for specialized historic preservation architectural and engineering design services were taken under advisement. The commission also held a public hearing regarding a nuisance order for property on Punzo Road and discussed road maintenance agreements with the interim transportation director.

The Commission discussed charitable giving and donation opportunities with United Way representatives. Various individuals were interviewed or consulted regarding re-appointments to the Social Welfare Board and the Rolling Hills Consolidated Library Board. Several financial and administrative actions were taken, including the transfer of funds, the voiding of a check, authorization of an operating check for the County Fairgrounds, adoption of a Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approval to lease county flood plain property. Additionally, the Commission conducted interviews for the County Attorney position during a closed session.

The commissioners conducted an interview with a candidate regarding a reappointment to the Convention and Visitors Bureau board.

The Commission received an update regarding Eagleview billing, including plans for a meeting with the City of St. Joseph to discuss shared costs. The members also discussed the progress of county maps and reviewed a funding request for the Housing Corporation of St. Joseph.