Zach Girard

The board approved Resolution 2020-34 regarding a driveway entrance policy and Resolution 2020-35 approving a contract and bonds with Peterson Contractors, Inc. for a streambank stabilization project. The county engineer provided status updates on various road projects, including work on Juniper Avenue, EWP projects, and an overlay project on Sycamore Avenue. Additionally, the board approved several quotes related to the ADA door project, including services for lighting, electrical outlets, and new door installation, and heard oral reports from board members.

The board received an update on secondary roads progress, including structure removal and brush cutting. Claims against the county were approved. The board also passed a resolution to transfer funds from the Hotel Motel fund to the Conservation reserve fund, approved a liquor license for The Vault, and accepted Soil and Water Commission inspection reports. Various department heads provided operational updates covering veterans affairs, election exercises, sheriff vehicle procurement, and conservation projects such as lake water levels and facility maintenance.

The board discussed the placement of speed limit signs on Quince and reviewed safety concerns regarding truck traffic on Brooks Road. An HR consultant provided updates and recommendations regarding the Sheriff's department, focusing on liability reduction, shift scheduling, on-call pay, and the potential hiring of an additional deputy to address staffing and operational concerns. The board held public hearings regarding new software for the Sheriff's department and a budget amendment, both of which were subsequently approved. Committee reports were also provided by members.

The board discussed potential updates to HIPPA policies and the implementation of a new drug policy for the county. A public hearing was scheduled regarding land use rezoning. Additionally, the board reviewed auction proceeds for county items and land, and discussed the city's comprehensive community visioning plan. Various committee reports concerning regional services, landfills, hospital boards, and community alliances were also presented.

The board received a secondary roads update regarding gravel application and upcoming bridge closures. They approved a resolution concerning compensation for right-of-way and temporary easement purchases. The board discussed the potential for sharing a Veteran Affairs Director with Taylor County. Additionally, an ordinance regarding general assistance residency definitions and documentation requirements was amended. Departmental reports were provided by the Sheriff, Conservation, and Auditor departments, and supervisors shared summaries from various committee and inter-agency meetings.