Howard County Board of Commissioners Commissioner's Meeting
The board meeting covered departmental appointments and infrastructure maintenance. Key business included the appointment of members to the Howard County Plan Commission and the Convention and Visitors Bureau. The commissioners approved a contract with Quality Plumbing and Heating for the replacement of a 25-year-old cooling tower and associated piping repairs. Additionally, the board discussed an intersection study regarding safety concerns at 750 West and Old Sycamore, deciding to take the report under advisement with a final decision expected at the next meeting. The board also reviewed and approved salary, payroll, and operating claims.
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Howard County Board of Commissioners Commissioner Meeting
The board meeting addressed several administrative and infrastructure items. Key discussions included the approval of an LPA consulting contract for right-of-way services for a bridge project in Cassville, the authorization of a grant-funded Project Lifesaver program for tracking missing individuals, and commitments for the Community Crossings Matching Grant. Additionally, the board approved a utility reimbursement agreement with Duke Energy for a bridge reconstruction project and reviewed various financial claims, payroll expenses, and a food service agreement for the jail.
Aug 4, 2026·Board meeting
Howard County Board Of Commissioners Meeting
The meeting included the appointment of a new Howard Township Trustee and the approval of a residence application for Howard Haven. Key actions included the authorization of payroll expenses, approval of a memorandum of understanding for wastewater infrastructure improvements, and the finalization of an agreement for the county jail construction project with a guaranteed maximum price. The Board also established a new ordinance for a community corrections commissary trust fund. Additionally, the Commissioners discussed the status of public input portals regarding upcoming energy ordinances and formally recognized the retirement of a long-serving county highway department employee.
Jul 29, 2026·Board meeting
Howard County Government Council Budget Hearing
The Council conducted a budget hearing to review the 2027 budget presentations. Primary discussions focused on the financial operations of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, which is funded by innkeepers tax, and the economic impact of local tourism initiatives, including sports marketing events such as the Alliance Fast Pitch softball tournament. Additionally, the council reviewed the operational revenue and expenditure projections for the new conference center, its role as a driver for economic development, and the integration of the automotive museum collection within the facility.
