May 6, 2013                                          6th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the April 29, 2013 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved May Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Collector and Recorder of Deeds

County Commission met with Darin Hamelink, MoDot, and signed the program agreements for BRO-B006 (17), BRO-B006 (18), BRO-B006 (19) and BRO-B006 (20).

County Commission met with Mitch Shaw, Sheriff, and discussed the Radar Grant. The grant will be funded through the Federal Seisure Money Fund and then reimbursed when the grant money comes in. County Commission will be provided documentation both ways on the transaction.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

April 29, 2013                                       5th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis wilson moved to accept the minutes of the April 22, 2013 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Approved April Expenditures

Approved Collector's Annual Settlement

County Commission met with Tom Ryan, Emegency Management Director, and discussed buyin a replacement box for the repeater tower located at NW 20th Rd/NW 30th Ln. They also discussed ordering ten weather barometer radios that give the wind speed and temperature for the storm spotters.

County Commission met with May Miller, Davis Insurance, and discussed the responses from AT&T adn Deputy Jordan Justus on the 911 system at the jail. She will ask the claims deparment questions and give them her information and will get back to the Commission.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

April 22, 2013                                       4th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the April 15, 2013 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved April Expenditures

County Commission met with Todd Karl and Brent Trease, AT&T, they went over the bids that were submitted on March 4, 2013 fo rthe 911 system. They gave the Commisison information on the higher bid prices quoted before bids were let. Most of the changes were due to software, virus protection, monitoring patches and updates from servers with a five year support. The Commission will make a decision at a later date.

County Commission met with Mike Moyer, Green Life. He gave the Commisison a quote on seeding, fertilizing and spraying/aerating the Courthouse lawn.

Bids were opened for Plat Books. Two seperate bids were received from Mapping Solutions. 1.) 170 plat books and 30 wall maps. Books will be priced at $25.00 each and maps will be $35.00 each. 2.) 400 plat books at $20.00 each. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept the bid for 170 books and 30 maps. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

The 2013 Jail Agreement between the City of Lamar and the County was signed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commisisoner; Dennis Wilson, Distirct One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

April 15, 2013                                       3rd Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the April 8, 2013 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Approved April Expenditures

Approved timesheets to be paid on Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff

County Commission met with Ivan Frieden, Assessor, Kristina Crockett, County Clerk, Nikki Brand, Deputy County Clerk and Barba Parrish, Collector/Treasurer. A discussion was held on how the adds and abates are working out between the Assessor's Office, County Clerk and Collector. They reviewed problems and concerns the Clerk's office had with not getting enough or the right information from the Assessor's offic e. They also discussed the work ethics of Joyce duncan in filling out information on the assessment sheets. Ivan said "he would talk to her and if the problem continued he would find someone else to do the job". They will meet again on May 13th to see if the situation has improved.

County Commission met with Dave Stout concerning work he had done on the phone system. The County does not have any contracts for fixing the phone system at this time. Dave will turn in a bill for the time he spent working on it.

CART funds ($3000.00 per township) will be disbursed to the townshiops on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at the Township Officials Breakfast.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, Distict Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

April 8, 2013                                         2nd Day                                      April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the April 1, 2013 meeting as read. Mike Davis seconded and all agreed.

Approve April Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Prosecuting Attorney

County Commission met with Lee Lake, Dan Hayworth, Ben Phillips and Dave Eaves of Barton County Rescue and Recovery and Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director, and discussed the county handling funds for Barton County Rescue and Recovery. The County Commission agreed to do this. Tom Ryan let the Commission know that they could use the first responders training funds to purchase shirts and pay for the training they need.

County Commission met with Darin Hamelink, MoDot, and discussed possible BRO Bridges for 2013.

County Commission reviewed and filed the County Clerk's Annual Inspection of Polling Places.

Mike Davis signed the Hazard Mitigation Resolution 2013-1 stating Barton County is participating in the Natural Hazard Mitigation.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Ronald Kirby was hired as a part-time jailer on April 4, 2013. His rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

April 1, 2013                                         1st Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met purusuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the March 25, 2013 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Approved April Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Public Administrator and Recorder of Deeds

Approved Auctioneer License - Davis/Frieden Auction Service

After a discussion, the County Commission decided to let bids for Plat Books and Wall Maps. Bids will be due to the commission before 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 22nd.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

March 25, 2013                                     14th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION  met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the March 11, 2013 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed. Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the March 25, 2013 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all approved.

Approved March Expenditures

County Commisison met with Deputy Vernon Ring and Head Jailer Jeremy Belcher and discussed state jail regulations on food and safety. They also informed the commission of lock and tile problems at the jail.

Charles Koenekamp met with the Commission to see about purchasing the Robert Byrd property in Golden City (back taxes totaling $1800.00). He offered $500.00 plus $30.00 recording fee. The Commisison accepted the offer of $530.00 from Mr. Koenekamp on the condition that he clean up the lot. The property is described as Lots 10, 11 & 12 Block 9 Original town of Golden City also known as 908 Pine.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Dept that Ray Cliffman and David Starbuck were hired as reserve deputies on March 18, 2013 for $8.00 per hour.

Present were: Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commisisoner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

March 18, 2013                                     13th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Approved March Expenditures

Approved time sheets to be paid on Wednesday, March 20, 2013.

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff

County Commission met with Mitch Shaw, Sheriff. They discussed an agreement with Barton and Vernon Counties on the housing of prisoners. Mitch will make changes to the agreement and get back to the Commission to have it signed.

Information was received from Collector/Treasurer, Frances Cato, that she was requesting an increas in Dean Sullivan's pay beginning with this pay period (February 17, 2013). She was asking for $8.75 per hour.

Information was received from the Sheriffs Department that Franklin Rawlings was terminated March 5, 2013 from employment.

County Commission met with Brandi McInroy and Dave Heumander, Juvenile Office, and discussed the furniture in the office down stairs.

County Commission reviewed and filed the 2012 Financial Statement for the 15 Townships.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commisisoner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

March 11, 2013                                     12th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the March 4, 2013 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Approved March Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Prosecuting Attorney

County Commission met with Mitch Shaw, Sheriff. He had questions concerning the 911 bids. He also gave the Commisison updates on 911 calls through the dispatch center.

A discussion was held on having a Township Officials Breakfast at the Party Oasis. The breakfast will be Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 8:00 a.m. CART contracts will be signed that day.

A retirement reception will be held March 21, 2013 at the Thiebaud Auditorium in honor of Frances Cato's 42 yeards of service to Barton County in the Collector/Treasurers Office.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, Coutny Clerk

March 4, 2013                                       11th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the February 25, 2013 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved March Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Collector, Public Administrator and Recorder of Deeds

County Commission received information from Ryan Dingman, MoDot, of the County bridge Inspections for Barton County. Ryan will meet with the Commissioners starting on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 until done.

Dennis Wilson motioned to go into closed session pursuant to Chapter 29.070 RsMO Sec 610.021 to meet with Attorney Malocm Robertson to discuss legal matters. Jeff Tucker seconded and a roll call vote was taken. Mike Davis, yes; Dennis Wilson, yes and Jeff Tucker, yes.

Jeff Tucker motioned to come out of closed session. Dennis Wilson seconded. Mike Davis, yes; Dennis Wilson, yes and Jeff Tucker, yes.

Bids were opened for the 911 Equipment at the jail. Two bids were received. 1) AT&T Cassidian for $233,470.030 Geo-Diverse $311,392.85  2) AT&T Micro Data for $281,883.89 Geo-Diverse $424,331.78. Bids will be reviewed and a decision made at a later date.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

February 25, 2013                                 10th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the February 19, 2013 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Approved February Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff

A presentation by phone from NIC on credit card machines for the Treasurers office was held.

County Commission met with Russell Placzek, Oden Enterprises and Brian Orr, Toth & Associates Inc., Consulting Engineers and discussed possible BRO Bridge Projects. they will meet with Brian on March 7, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. to look at different sites.

A Letter of Udnerstanding was signed between Barton County and the Barton County CDC.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

February 19, 2013                                   9th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the February 4, 2013 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved February Expenditures

Approved timesheets to be paid Thursday, February 21, 2013.

A discussion was held on the buying of a truck cab chassis from the Barton County Ambulance for $1500.00. Dennis Wilson motioned to buy the 2004 F450 for $1500.00. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

County Commission met with Mary Miller, Davis Insurance and Lanny Cowell & Christian Fuller, Cowell Co Inc. and discussed Workman's Comp Insurance.

County Commission met with Frances Cato and Barba Parrish and discussed the CD at Heritage State Bank that has matured. Frances had gotten quotes from two different banks on interest rates. Dennis Wilson motioned to move the  $1,000,000.00 that is in a CD at Heritage and put it in the checking account at LBT. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

County Commission met with Casey Chastain and Sunny Fuller, Connell Insurance and discussed Workman's Comp Insurance.

Jeff Tucker motioned to hire a human resource person to review the County Personnel Policies. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

County Commission met with Larry Beatty, BCAD, and signed a bill of sale for the 2004 F450.

County Commission met with Sheriff Mitch Shaw. He gave the Commission a report of the 911 calls for the week that dispatch had handled.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District Two Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

February 11, 2013                                   8th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the February 4, 2013 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Approved February Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Prosecuting Attorney and Public Administrator

A discussion was held concerning the audit findings. A letter was received from Collector/Treasurer, Frances Cato, that she had received cash totaling $945.00 on February 5, 2013 from Sheriff L. Mitchell Shaw to be deposited into the Federal Forfeiture Fund. These funds are a result of the audit conducted by the State Auditor's Office.

County Commission met with Je Kelly, HSTCC, concerning the Barton County Hazard Mitigation Plan.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Paul Emery had been hired on February 5, 2013 as a part-time dispatcher at a pay rate of $8.00 per hour. Also that Brenda Bogar had been hired on January 22, 2013 as a part-time dispatcher at a pay rate of $8.00 per hour.

County Commission met with Sheriff Mitch Shaw. He presented a letter to the Commission about a law suit against the County.

County Commission met with Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director, and discussed spotter classes and the old ambulance they are replacing at the Ambulance District.

Prosecuting Attorney, Steven Kaderly, brought in a letter signed by Judge Bickel requesting a Special Prosecutor.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

February 4, 2013                                     7th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the January 28, 2013 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector, Circuit Clerk and Recorder of Deeds

Approved February Expenditures

A conference call was held between Kurt Carmall, Brent Trease and Todd Carl, AT&T and the Commisison.

County Commisison will be attending the CCAM training in Jefferson City February 6-8, 2013.

A discussion was held concerning a tax sale property on Lot 10-11-12 Block 9 Original Town of Golden City. Total delinquent taxes totaling approximately $1800.00 for seven years.

County Commission met with Jason Shelfer and signed an agreement between the Commission, State of Missouri, Circuit Clerk and Prosecuting Attorney for the Department of Social Services.

The recent audit conducted by the State was received and reviewed.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Office that the Sheriff was meeting with the Golden City Council to negotiate a contract for services.

Information was received from Frances Cato that Brittanica Born was hired as a part-time Collector/Treasurer Deputy on February 4, 2013 at a pay rate of $9.00 per hour.

Bids were opened on election equipment. One bid was recieved from Atkins Printing for $62,320.00 Dennis Wilson motioned to accept the bid. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Dennis Wilson motioned to talk to Sheriff Shaw and tell him he needed to let the deputy that broke into the 911 equipment go. Motion died for lack of a second.

County Commission met with Ken Brous, Richland Township. He needed a ditch 3/4 mile east of I-49 cleaned out an a retaining wall built to keep it from washing. Commission inspected site and gave suggestions on improvements.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commssioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk 

January 28, 2013                                    6th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the January 22, 2013 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Approved January Expenditures

A contract for services between the County Commisison and Tom Ryan was signed for 2013 for Emergency Management Director. $9,600.00 per year expiring December 31, 2013.

County Commission met with Lee Lake, diver for Barton County Public Safety Divers and Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director, and discussed the program for certified divers within the county. Barton County has 12 in the program and eight of them are certified.

County Commission met with Frances Cato and Collector-Elect Barb Parrish and discussed wages for a full-time Deputy Collector. The Commission decided $9.00 per hour while part-time and $9.50 per hour when they go to 37.5 hours per week.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Dept. that Brenda Bogar was hired January 22, 2013 as a full-time dispatcher. Her rate of pay will be $7.69 per hour. Also received word that Franklin Rawlings was hired January 22, 2013 as a part-time jailer. His rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 22, 2013                                    5th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the January 18, 2013 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

The Cook Faubion Cemetery Annual Financial Statement was reviewed and approved.

Timesheets were approved to be paid on Thursday, January 24, 2013.

A presentation was given to the Commission by Micro Data. Trent Short gave the presentation. Also attending were Todd Karl and Brent Trease from AT&T.

Bids were decided to be sent to the two local papers for the new 911 Equipment. they will need to be back by Friday, March 1st by 4:30 p.m. County Commission will open bids on Monday, March 4, 2013.

The 2013 Budget was finalized as follows:     General Revenue, $1,378,865.00; Road and Bridge, $1,100,560.00; Law Enforcement Sales Tax, $699,672.03; Assessment, $181,840.00; 911, 464,450.00; All other funds, 1,358,744.00

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 18, 2013                                    4th Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the January 14 and 17, 2013 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff

Dennis Wilson motioned to sell a lot in Liberal (209 E Yale) Lot 17 Block 1 Walsers Third Addition, containing approxiamately 43 acres to Brent Hanshaw for $1000.00. The lot had been on the delinquent tax sale the past six years. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

A discussion was held on the three year commitment to the CDC. It was decided to go to a one year commitment on funds ($25,000.00).

Discussed 2013 Budget.

Meeting was adjourned. The County Commission will continue working on the 2013 Budget on Monday, January 21, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 17, 2013                                    3rd Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

A WebEx 911 demonstration was held on the Cassidian Patriot 911 System. Brent Treast and Todd Karl from AT&T gave the presentation to the County Commission and Sheriff, Mitch Shaw.

County Commission met with Teresa Moore, Public Administrator. She wanted to add an additional $150.00 to her budget to cover a legal cost.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 14, 2013                                    2nd Day                                   January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the January 7, 2013 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Prosecuting Attorney

Information was received from City Township that Bonda Rawlings would be willing to serve the unexpired term of Barba Parrish as Trustee/Treasurer. Bonda was appointed by the County Commission.

2013 Budget Hearings

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 7, 2013                                      1st Day                                    January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the December 31, 2012 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Recorder of Deeds and Treasurer's Semi-Annual

2013 Budget Hearings

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Jeff Tucker, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 31, 2012                               15th Day                                    October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the December 26, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved December Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - County Clerk

Approved Liquor License - Tractor's BBQ & Grill

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 26, 2012                               14th Day                                    October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the December 17, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the December 19, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Timesheets were approved to be paid on Friday, December 28, 2012.

Approved Monthly Reports - Public Administrator and Sheriff

County Clerk, Kristina Crockett, informed the Commission that she did not accept any of the bids for iPads for election use. She will use her discretion on where to order them.

Yearly bids were opened and results are as follows:  Six-Sack mix cement:  One bid from G&H Redi-Mix for $90.00 per cubic yard and $5.50 per cubic yard fiber. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept their bid. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed; Grade 60 bendable rebar:  One bid was received from Viebrock Sales, Sedalia, MO. Assorted prices from $39.90cw to $69.90cw. Bonda Rawlings motioned to accept their bid. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed; Concrete Culverts:  One bid was received from Stewart Concrete, Nevada, MO. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept their bid. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed; Metal Culverts:  Three bids were received. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept the bid from West Pipe. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed; Crane Work:  One bid was received from Ozark Crane. Bonda Rawlings motioned to accept their bid. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed; Dozer Work:  Two bids were received. Kinney Construction $135.00 per hour for a D6R Cat 185 hop and Bennett Construction $100.00 per hour for a DE Cat 115 hp. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept both bids on an as needed basis because of the two different sizes. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed; Track Hoe Work:  Two bids were received from Bennett Construction. One a 320 DL Cat 148 hp at $125.00 per hour and the other 320 CL Cat at $125.00 per hour. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept both bids on an as needed basis. Bonda Rawling seconded and all agreed; PreCast Slab Bride Decks:  One bid was received from Oden Enterprises, Wahoo, Nebraska. Bonda Rawlings motioned to accept their bid. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed; Bulk Off Road Diesel Fuel:  No bids were received; Rock:  One bid was received from Midwest Minerals. Dennis Wilson motioned not to accept any bids for rock and order from the quarry nearest the work site. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed; Rock Hauling:  Two bids were received. Chip Miller Trucking and Bennett Construction. Bonda Rawling motioned to accept both bids. Motion failed for lack of a second; Medial, Psychological, Pharmaceutical Services at jail:  One bid was received from Complete Quick Care, Carthage, MO. Bonda Rawlings motioned to accpet their bid. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed; Food Service at jail:  No bids were received.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 19, 2012                               13th Day                                    October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Approved December Expenditures

County Commisison met with Todd Karl, St. Louis and Brent Trease, Tulsa, OK with AT&T and Mitch Shaw and Jordan Justus from the Barton County Sheriff's Department to discuss 911 equipment. AT&T presented information on available upgrades at this initial meeting. According to AT&T, the lock was cut and equipment tampered with resulting in one station permanently being down and the other station is in poor condition. thus, the equipment will have to be replaced in 2013.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 17, 2012                               12th Day                                    October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the December 10, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved December Expenditures

Bids were opened for Electronic Poll Books. three bids were received. The County Clerk will compare the bids and get back to the Commission with it.

County Commission met with Sheriff Mitch Shaw and Deputy Jorday Justus and discussed 911 and the dispatch CAD system.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 10, 2012                               11th Day                                    October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the December 3, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved December Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Prosecuting Attorney

Approved Liquor License - Summer Fresh #81 (3)

Approved 2013 Holidays - Jan 1-New Year's Day; Jan 21-Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Feb 12-Lincoln's Birthday; Feb 18-Washington's Birthday; May 8-Truman's Birthday; May 21-Memorial Day; Jul 4-Indendence Day; Sept 2-Labor Day; Oct 14-Columbus Day; Nov 11-Veteran's Day; Nov 28-29-Thanksgiving; Dec 25-Christmas

County Commisison met with Sheriff Mitch Shaw concerning 911 leasing of equipment and teh maintenance contract with Politron. They also discussed the compatibility of the Court System computers with the jails for video arraignments.

County Commission met with Dale Robertson, Nashville Townshiop Board member and discussed two different culvert locations on SW 60th Lane and on on 80th Road.

County Commission met with Tim Frieden, landowner. He had questions concerning the brush removal program the County has.

County Commission met with Walter Howery, Richland Township Board Member. He gave the Commission a list of 4-5 places that needed attention in Richland Township.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Susan Brooks was hired as a part-time dispatcher on December 3, 2012. her rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour.

County Commission will meet on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 with Todd Karl from AT&T in regards to 911.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 3, 2012                                 10th Day                                    October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the November 26, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Public Adminsitrator and Recorder of Deeds

Approved December Expenditures

County Commission discussed closing the Courthouse on Monday, December 24, 2012. After the discussion it was decided to add December 24, 2012 as a holiday. The County Commission will meet on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 that week.

Bids were discussed. it was decided to bid all things for 2013. The bids will be opened on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. This will include the following bids:  Track hoe work, dozer work, crane work, pre cast slab bridge decks, bulk off road diesel fuel, rock, rock hauling, metal culverts, concrete culverts, rebar, six sack mix concrete & fiber. Also, medical, psychological and pharmaceutical services and food services at the jail.

County Commission met with Sheriff Mitch Shaw. He told them that the air conditioning unit for dispatch had gone out and was urgently needed. Motion was made by Bonda Rawlings to purchase a new air conditioning unit from Clements Plumbing for aproximately $2,700.00. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

November 26, 2012                               9th Day                                      October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the November 16, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

County Commisison met with Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director and Kaylee Timmons concerning buying supplies for the animal trailer. An invoice for $1,147.87 was presented for collars, bands and floor grates.

Bonda Rawlings motioned to go into clos3ed session to meet with Pam Tillery and Candace Copley from the Missouri State Auditors Office pursuant to chapter29.070 RSMo and section 610.021 (14) RSMo to discuss audit findings. Roll Call Vote: Mike Davis, yes; Dennis Wilson, yes; Bonda Rawlings, yes.

Dennis Wilson motioned to go out of closed session. Bonda Rawlings seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mike Davis, yes; Dennis Wilson, yes; Bonda Rawlings, yes.

Approved November Expenditures

Information was received that Vickie Rice had resigned her postion on the Barton County Library Board. The County Commission approved the appointment of Paul Throckmorton to fill the vacancy that occured as a result of the resignation. His term will expire in June 2014.

Approved timesheets to be paid on Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk 

November 19, 2012                   No Commission meeting as the Commission attended the annual MAC Conference.

November 16, 2012                               8th Day                                      October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the November 13, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff

Approved November Expenditures

Dennis Wilson motioned to put the money from the CD's that are due back into the county checking because checking at this time receives .3% interest. The funds were as follows:  General Revenue, $250,000.00; Road and Bridge, $50,000.00 and 911, $50,000.00.

Present were:  Mike Daivs, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett

November 13, 2012                               7th Day                                      October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the November 5, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all approved.

Approved November Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Public Administrator

Information was received from teh Sheirff's Dept that Christopher Corbett and Matt Thomas were hired as part-time reserve deputies on November 6, 2012. Their rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour. Also received word that Vince Ashworth and Kathy Claflin wer terminated from their positions as deputy and dispatcher on November 7, 2012.

County Commission decided to meet on Friday, November 16, 2012 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. since they will be attending the MAC Conference the next week.

County Commission met with Sheriff, Mitch Shaw, and discussed the virus on the 911 computer and the possiblity of purchasing hands free ear pieces for dispatch. He also mentioned State Surplus Property had tough computers for the deputy cars for $400.00 each.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, Distirct One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

November 5, 2012                                 6th Day                                      October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the October 29, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all approved.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Prosecuting Attorney and Recorder of Deeds

Approved Expenditures

Motion was made by Bonda Rawlings to buy 1/2 mile signs for Highway 160 for $16.35 each from Newman Signs. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

County Commission received information from the Barton County Health Department that Doris Kelsey had resigned her position on the County Health Board. The Health Department Board recommended Janice Bowmna to replace Doris until the April 2013 Election to fulfill Doris's unexpired term.

County Commission traveled to the Barton County Water District to look at their mapping system.

Information was received from Tome Ryan concerning the 450 Diesel chassis the ambulance has. They would like to donate it to the County's Emergency Management to be used as a truck for moving equipment. All they would need to do would be to buy a bed for it.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

October 29, 2012                                  5th Day                                      October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the October 22, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved October Expenditures

Approved timesheets to be paid on Wednesday, October 31, 2012

County Commission met with Harry Rogers and Gloria Bottom, Harry S Truman Coordinating Council and Tom Ryan, Barton County Emergency Management Director, and discussed the updating of the Barton County Mitagation Plan for SEMA. The Commission signed a memorandum of agreement binding SEMA and the consultant for professional planning services.

County Commission met with Ivan Frieden, Assessor, and discussed mapping. They made plans to visit the water district to look at their mapping system.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

October 22, 2012                                  4th Day                                      October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the October 15, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved October Expenditures

Approved Monthly Report

Information was received from Frances Cato, Collector, that Barba Parrish will go to full-time Deputy Collector as of October 16, 2012. Her rate of pay will be $9.00 per hour.

A proclamation proclaiming Wednesday, November 14, 2012 as Geographic Information System Day was signed.

A proclamation proclaiming November 11-17, 2012 as Geography Awareness Week was also signed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

October 15, 2012                                  3rd Day                                      October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISISON met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the October 9, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved October Expenditures

Approved Liquor License - Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque Association, Springfield, MO

Information was received from Prosecuting Attorney, Steven Kaderly, that he had hired Diane Helms on October 10, 2012 as an assistant secretary. Her rate of pay will be $10.00 per hour.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Gloria Sweeney was hired October 15, 2012 as a part-time jailer. Her rate of pay is $8.00 per hour. Nathaniel Deherrera was hired as a part-time jailer on October 8, 2012. His rate of pay is $8.00 per hour. Ora Dean Bass was hired as a bailiff on October 15, 2012. His rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

October 9, 2012                                    2nd Day                                     October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the October 1, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Prosecuting Attorney

Approved October Expenditures

The Barton County Commission designated the following delegates to serve at teh MAC Conference November 18-20, 2012 - Mike Davis, Dennis Wilson, Bonda Rawlings and Ivan Frieden.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Donald White had been terminated from employment on October 4, 2012.

County Commission met with Jim Horton, Horton Marketing Solutions. He explained the updates he would like to add to the County web site for mobile phones and e-mail. Dennis Wilson motioned to add the mobile smart phone accessiblity to the web site. Bonda Rawlings seconded and alll agreed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

October 1, 2012                                    1st Day                                      October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the September 24, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved September Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk and Recorder of Deeds

Approved timesheets to be paid on Wednesday, October 3, 2012.

Lynn Norris, CrawKan Telephone, met with the Commission and brought in a map notifying Barton County of digging that will be done in the next few weeks.

County Commission met with CL Squires and Henry Taffner, Milford Township, and discussed a culvert 1/4 mile west of C Highway on NE 70th Road.

Dennis Wilson motioned to amend the minutes wording on a Petition for Vacation of a Public Road in Oskaloosa, MO, filed December 19, 2007 to wrd as follows #3 Dennis Wilson motioned to close the street and alleys. These minutes were recorded on April 7, 2008 and approved on April 21, 2008. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

September 24, 2012                            13th Day                                     July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the September 17, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved September Expenditures

Approved Liquor Licenses - Tractor's Bar & Grill (2)

On Tuesday, September 18, 2012, Mike Davis and Dennis Wilson traveled to SW 20th Rd between SW 70th and 80th Ln on the Central/Nashville Township line and looked at adding culverts on SW 20th Rd. They also traveled to NW 30th Rd approximately 4/10 west of the intersection of Highway W to get the bridge measutments. 1" rebar was ordered from Viebrock Sales for this.

County Commission met with Sheriff, Mitch Shaw and Circuit Clerk, Janet Maupin, to discuss video arraignment. Janet will check on the security license agreement that is needed to finalize the video arraignment from the jail to the courthouse.

County Commission met with Robin Brous. She reported that she had approximately 26 days of work left. Possibly done by the last week in October. The Commission agreed to pay her $375.00 per week until the data entry job is completed. Starting with this week.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

September 17, 2012                            12th Day                                     July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the September 10, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved September Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Sheriff

County Commission received information from the Sheriff's Department that Colter England had been hired as a full-time jailer on September 14, 2012. His rate of pay will be $7.69. Also that Roger Nelson was hired as a part-time jailer on September 13, 2012. His rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour.

A petition for Vacation of an Abandoned Road in Northfork Township was approved. Starting at SW 60th Rd and SW 40th Ln intersection, south on SW 40th Ln to Sate Hwy 126, approximately  one mile.

Information was received from Prosecuting Attorney, Steven Kaderly, that Tammy Wilson's last day of employment was September 14, 2012.

County Commission met with Robin Brous. She gave an update on the data entry work she has been doing in the Assessor's Office. She has three more weeks of work to do and her time in the contract will run out on Monday, September 24, 2012. She will be back next Monday to negotiate the completion of the work.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, Couny Clerk

September 10, 2012                            11th Day                                     July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the September 4, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved September Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Prosecuting Attorney

County Commission traveled to NW 30th Rd 4/10 of a mile west of NW 60th Ln to look at a bridge replacement with Road and Bridge Supervisor Buddy Kelsey.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

September 4, 2012                              10th Day                                     July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the August 27, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved September Expenditures

Approved timesheets to be paid Thursday, September 6th

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk; Collector's Monthly Settlement; County Clerk (Feb '12-Aug '12); Public Adminstrator; Recorder of Deeds

A discussion on the mylar updating with Finley Engineering was held with Jeanie Gastel, Deputy Assessor.

County Commission received two vacation of an abandoned road petitions from Nashville Township. 1)  SW 80th Ln north of 126 Hwy 1/2 mile Sec27-28 T31 R32.  2)  SW 60th Rd approximately 1/2 mile west of 43 Hwy Sec19-30 T31 R32. Pursuant to RSMo 228.190 the Barton County Commission closed both roads.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

August 27, 2012                                  9th Day                                       July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the August 20, 2012 meeting as red. Mike Davis seconded and all agreed.

Approved August Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff

After the County tax sale, Mike Billions met with the Commission, he had placed a bid of $300.00 on the property at 901 Tucker Street, Mindenmines. The Commission told him there would be additional charges of $5.00  sale fee and a recording fee added to the $300.00 and that he would be responsible for the 2012 taxes on it. Dennis Wilson montioned to sell the property to Mike Billions under the condition that he clean it up. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Dennis Wilson motioned to adopt resolution 2012-4 to revert back to our prior tax rate ceiling of $.0500 per $100 valuation. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

A roll-call vote to opt out of SB960 as provided by law was held. This will allow all political subdivisions of Barton County to continue calculating a single tax rate for all property. Mike Davis, yes; Dennis Wilson, yes; Bonda Rawlings, yes.

Dennis Wilson motioned to adopt the code of Ethics as required by law for the County of Barton. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

The County Commission reviewed the tax rate established on October 1, 1991 for the E-911 Emergency Services for Barton County and that rate will be the amount not to exceed 15% of the tariffed local service rate or .75 cents per access line per month, whichever is greater and shall be imposed in all portions of the County.

Information was received from Frances Cato, Collector, that Barba Parrish was hired August 21, 2012 as a Tax Collections/Treasurer's Assistant for $8.00 per hour. Gary Trenary was hired August 17, 2012 to complete computer updating to Collector's Excel on a contract basis for $10.00 per hour.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commisisoner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

August 20, 2012                                  8th Day                                       July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courhouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the August 13, 2012 meeting after one change to wording had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved August Expenditures

A list of records to be destroyed according to the General Records Retention Schedule of the Missouri Secretary of State dated August 2010 was received from the Prosecuting Attorney. These records were destroyed August 17, 2012. 1) 1998-2001 nolles 2) 2000 Misdemeanors 3) 2001 Misdemeanors 4) 2000 reports not filed on Sheirffs Sale 5) 1996 documents and equipment purchase receipts from 1995-2002 6) Probation violation reports 1995-2008

County Commission met with Henry Lopez, Golden City Mayor, and discussed the contract for policing Golden City by the Sheriff's Department. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept that Golden City owes no back money to the coutny for the contract policing. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed. The decision was due to the wording in the contract taht was originally signed in 2006. This contract was not renewed annually by the two parties.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

August 13, 2012                                  7th Day                                       July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the August 6, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector

Approved August Expenditures

A discussion was held on distributing CART fund. Bonda Rawlings motioned to disburse $3,000.00 per township (14) on Monday, August 20, 2012. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

County Commission met with Robin Brous. She gave an update on the data processing in the Assessor's Office.

Information was received from the City of Golden City that on August 6, 2012 the Board of Aldermen terminated the contract for police services with the Barton County Sheriff's Office.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

August 6, 2012                                    6th Day                                       July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO .

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the July 30, 2012 meeting after one addition had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Prosecuting Attorney, Public Administrator and Recorder of Deeds

Approved July Expenditures

Mike Davis motioned to replace the air compressor at the McAvoy building with an inexpensive compressor. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department taht Meagon Hammon began full-time employment as a dispatcher on August 5, 2012. Her rate of pay will be $7.69 per hour. Elroy "Bo" Hubbard began as a part-time jailer on August 5, 2012. His rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour. Lunnettie Harrison began as a part-time dispatcher on July 11, 2012 at $8.00 per hour. Broc Rose started as a part-time jailer on August 5, 2012 at a pay rate of $8.00 per hour.

County Commission talked to Mike Billionis and Frances Cato about a piece of property on the tax sale list that is located in the town of Mindemine (901 Tucker) A final decision will be made after the August 27, 2012 tax sale.

County Commission met with Mike Divine, Lamar Township Board, and discussed buying a whistle for NE 15th Lane. He told the Commission that Lamar Township would buy the culvert if the Road and Bridge crew would install it. The County Commission agreed to install it for them.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

July 30, 2012                                       5th Day                                       July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the July 23, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved July Expenditures

Approved Liquor License - MoKan General Store

County Commission met with Robin Brous. She gave an update on how things were goingin the Assessor's Office transfering information to the VanGuard systerm. She informed the Commission that it was taking her a lot longer than expected and they may have to re-negotiate her contract.

Mike Davis met with Davis O'Connor, MoDot, on Friday, July 27, 2012 at SE 50th Ln and an inspection of Bridge 3690002 was held. There was a need for routine maintenance of removing drift and repairing the north abutment but as far as the structure, it is currently a 5-ton posting and will continue to be for several years.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner, Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

July 23, 2012                                       4th Day                                       July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the July 16, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved July Expenditures

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Darren Bridges was terminated from employment as a part-time deputy on July 20, 2012.

County Commission traveled to Richland Township and looked a the problems at SE 80th Rd/20th Ln west of the intersection, SE 90th Rd east of SE 20th Ln, SE 95th Rd culvert problem and trees that needed to be trimmed back and SE 70th Ln 1/2 mile north of the county line.

County Commission met with Kenneth Irwin, Barton County Resident, concerning Uniform Crime Reports not being filed by the Sheriff in order to receive grants. The Commisssion will check into this.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

July 16, 2012                                       3rd Day                                       July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the July 9, 2012 meeting after one addition had been made. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved July Expenditures

Approved July Payroll

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff

Approved the Collector's Annual Report

Approved Liquor License - Hargis Package

County Commission met with Sheirff Mitch Shaw and discussed video arraignment. he wanted the cost to come out of the Forfeiture Fund and then have the Discretionary Fund reimburse those funds in January, 2013. Dennis Wilson motioned to approve this and proceed with the video arraignment as soon as possible. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Board of Equalization met

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

July 9, 2012                                         2nd Day                                       July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pusuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the July 2, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector, Prosecuting Attorney

Approved July Expenditures

Approved timesheets to be paid on Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Approved Liquor Licenses - Barton County Eagles (2), The Gallows (1)

Approved Pool/Billiard Licenses - Barton County Eagles, The Gallows

County Commission met with Janet Maupin, Circuit Clerk, and discussed video arraignment from teh jail to the court room. Total cost estimates for this would be $1,179.02. A one time license fee would be $60.95 and another $64.08 for other equipment.

Information was received from Frances Cato, Collector, that she had increased Dean Sullivans hourly rate by .50 to a total of $8.50 per hour. This will begin with the pay period ending July 7, 2012 and come out of the Tax Maintenance Fund.

The Barton County Commission signed Resolution 2012-3 for a county-wide burn ban until further notice.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

July 2, 2012                                         1st Day                                        July Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the June 25, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved July Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Recorder of Deeds, Public Administrator

Approved Liquor Licenses - Lamar Travel Plaza and Summer Fresh (2)

County Commission met with Dave Heumader and discussed video arraignment for the court system.

County Commission met with Daren Mitchell, Progressive Solutions and discussed spraying. He will have his crews here to start on the 16th of July. this will conclude the entire county of the spraying that started three years ago.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner, Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

June 25, 2012                                    12th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the June 18, 2012 meeting after one change had been mad. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Liquor Licenses - State Line Pit Stop (2); Dixon's Mini Mart (2); Caseys General Store #1334 (2); Caseys General Store #1384 (2) and Caseys General Store #1631 (2)

Information was received from teh Sheriff's Department that Meagan Hamman was hired as a part-time dispatcher. Her rate of pay while training will be $7.25 per hour. Her training began June 8, 2012. Also received word that Timothy Ainsworth was hired as a part-time jailer on June 13, 2012. His rate of pay will be $7.25 per hour while training.

The County Commission and the Assessor signed a contract for computer data entry with Robin Brous for a total sum of $4,500.00. This will be taken out of General Revenue. There will be three payments made of $1,500.00 each with the first being made on July 30, 2012, second on being August 27, 2012 and the final made upon completion of the work. contract will be in effect June 18, 2012 until approximately October 1, 2012.

Approved June Expenditures

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

June 18, 2012                                    11th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the June 11, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved June Expenditures

Approved Liquor Licenses - Mazoo's Liquor (2)

County Commission met with Ivan Frieden, Assessor and Jeanie Gastel concerning the hiring of Robin Brous to do data entry of real estate.

Resignation was received from John Simpson, Deputy, effective Thrusday, June 28, 2012. He will be accepting a postion as a full-time Liberal Police Officer.

County Commission met with Mitch Shaw, Sheriff, and discussed the Golden City Officer problem and the purchase of another vehicle. The engin in the 251 vehicle caught fire and is out of operation at this time.

County Commission met with Robin Brous and proposed a contract with her to do data entry of real estate in the Assessor's Office. contract will be mad and signed next Monday, June 25th.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

June 11, 2012                                    10th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the June 4, 2012 meeting after one addition had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector, Prosecuting Attorney, Public Administrator and Sheriff

Approved June Expenditures

Approved timesheets to be paid on Wednesday, June 13, 2012.

County Commission met with Pam Tillery and Candice Copley from the State Auditor's Office for the County's entrance conference.

Approved Liquor Licenses - Dollar General, Wal-Mart (2), Fastrip, Snak Atak (2) and Taylor's Bar & Grill

Mike Davis gave a report on the informational meeting with MoDot on June 7th concerning 30th Road on and off ramps and First Street Overpass. Completion is scheduled for mid 2013 on the 30th Road project.

Information was received from teh Sheriff's Department that Darren M. Bridges began working as a part-time trainee deputy on June 11, 2012 at a pay rate of $7.25 per hour. Also that Brock Rose and Elroy H. Hubbard both began training as part-time jailers on June 11, 2012 at a pay rate of $7.25 per hour. Cody Buzzard has also been hired as a full-time jailer on June 10, 2012. His rate of pay will be $7.69 per hour. Toby Luce was hired as a part-time deputy on $10.00 per hour contract labor on June 1, 2012. Lunnettie Harrison was terminated from employement as dispatcher on June 9, 2012.

County Commission met with Ivan Frieden, Assessor and di9scussed hiring a part-time contract laborer to do data entry of keying in improvements on real estate.

Bonda Rawlings contacted Nance Curless, Rotary President, to see when the sidewalks on the NW corner of the square would be doen. Her answer was that they would be finished in 2012.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

June 4, 2012                                        9th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the May 29, 2012 meeting after one change had been made. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk and Recorder of Deeds

Approved June Expenditures

County Commission met with Deputy Vernon Ring and discussed time sheet matters.

Information was received from the Barton County Library Board that they would like to recommend Jolene Selvey to a four year term ending June 2016. The County Commission appointed her for a four year term.

County Commission met with Rudy Snedigar, BCMH and Greg Bramwell, USDA Rurual Development. They brought in a letter from teh USDA for signatures of the County Commissioners to amend a paragraph in teh original letter to change loan from a single party revenue bond to a single junior revenue bond. All other conditions will stay the same.

County Commission met with Ivan Frieden, Assessor, he had questions concerning hiring extra help to do data entries.

County Commission met with Kevin McCready and Aaron Rhodenbaugh, auditors, adn did the exit conference with the County.

Received information that the state auditors, Pam and Candy, will arrive on Monday, June 11, 2012. They will be here for approximately three months.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

May 29, 2012                                       8th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the May 21, 2012 meeting after two additions had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved May Expenditures.

County Commission met with Ben Reed, Barton County Soil and Water, concerning questions the county had on the breakdown of the $4,000.00 that ws budgeted to them. Ben brought in amounts to the Commission on how the money was spent. Also present were Leon Phipps and Darrell Kentner, Board Members.

A public hearing was held for the petition for annexation of the City of Golden City into the Barton County Ambulance District. Attending were Barbara Chappel, Golden City, Larry Beatty, Barton County Ambulance Director and Rob Spencer, Barton County Ambulance Co-Director. Dennis Wilson motioned to put this request on the August ballot. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

A discussion was held about the brick project that Rotary started prior to 2007. The Commission notified Nancy Curless, Rotary President, that something needed to be done soon about all the loose bricks. She will bring it up to Rotary and get back to the Commisison as soon as she can.

A discussion was brought up by Bonda Rawlings about hiring an additional employee for Road and Bridge. It ws decided to talk about this again next week.

County Commission met with Mitch Shaw, Sheriff, concerning the wages of his first deputy. Information was received from teh Sheirff with reasons on why Toby Luce, pending first deputy, should receive $12.00 per hour.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner, Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner, Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

May 21, 2012                                       7th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson was absent due to his son having surgery

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the May 14, 2012 meeting as read. Mike Davis seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff

Approved May Payroll

Information was received from Loretta Penner that she has resigned from the Union Township Board effective May 11, 2012.

County Clerk, Kristina Crockett, presented the Commission with a petition from the residents of Golden City to be annexed into the Barton County Ambulance District. A public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, may 29, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.

County Commission met with Rudy Snedigar, CEO of Barton County Memorial Hospital, John Hammons, Attorney and Wendy Duvall, Financial Director BCMG, they brought two resolutions to be signed by the Commission. 1.)  A resolution authorizing the issuance of a $3,000,000.00 Hospital Revenue Bond Series A Loan Agreement. 2.)  A resolution authorizing a Tax-Exempt Financing Compliance Procedure relating to bonds issued for BCMH. Bonda Rawlings motioned to adopt a resolution authorizing the issuance of a $3,000,000.00 Hospital Revenue Bond Series A Loan. Mike Davis seconded the motion. Roll call vote; Mike Davis, yes; Bonda Rawlings, yes; Dennis Wilson was absent. Bonda Rawlings motioned to adopt a resolution authorizing a Tax-Exempt Rnancing Compliance Precedure relating to the bonds issued for Barton County. Mike Davis seconded the motion. Roll call vote; Mike Davis, yes; Bonda Rawlings, yes; Dennis Wilson was absent.

County Commission met with Kevin McCready and Aaron Rhodenbaugh of McBride, Lock and Associates. They will be conducting a Financial Statement Audit of Barton County for the next two weeks. Exit Conference will be held on June 4, 2012.

County Commission met with Sheriff Mitch Shaw and discussed his deputy situation and hiring of a new deputy. They also discussed a time-sheet problem.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

May 14, 2012                                       6TH Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the May 7, 2012 meeting after one correction had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved May Expenditures

Approved Monthly Reports - Public Administrator and Collector

Received information from the Sheriff's Department that Cody Buzzard was hired as a part-time jailer on May 14, 2012. His rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour. Also received notice that Russell Boyd had been hired as a part-time jailer on April 30, 2012. His rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour.

County Commission traveled to NW 10th Ln and met with Wally Norton, Lamar Township Board, and looked at a washing problem.

Discussion was held on a six-month CD that was maturing. Frances Cato, Collector, received two quotes. Heritage State Bank .50% and Lamar Bank and Trust .20%. Bonda Rawlings motioned to put $350,000.00 on a CD for six months with Heritage at .50%. $250,000.00 from Genderal Revenue, $50,000.00 from Road and Bridge and $50,000.00 from 911. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings; District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk                                  

May 7, 2012                                          5th Day                                       April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

On April 30, 2012 there was no County Commission meeting held due to the absence of Bonda Rawlings and Dennis Wilson. Mike Davis was present and talked to the follwing:  Larry Teson, Environmental Specialist with the Department of Natural Resources. The two discussed reclamation projects in Barton County; Dennis Wood, Richland Township Landowner, and discussed drainage problems east of Brous's Corner (SE 30th Rd) and Gary Fast, Richland Township Board Member, they discussed a problem with a railroad crossing culvert. Mike contacted Jack Wright, Railroad Liaison for the State, to see about getting it fixed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Prosecuting Attorney and Recorder of Deeds

County Commission met with Tom Ryan and discussed the IRIS System.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Raliegh Neher began training as a jailer on April 16, 2012. His rate of pay while training will be $7.25 per hour.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

April 30, 2012                       No Commission meeting was held

April 23, 2012                                       4th Day                                        April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met prusuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the April 16, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved April Payroll.

County Commission met with Doug Cannon, Pitney Bowes. He gave a presentation on Postage Machine Technology.

County Commission met with Theresa McAvoy and Tom Ryan and signed a  contract to lease her building to house miscellaneous equipment for the county for three years. Janet Estep will be in at a later time to sign also.

Approved invoices to pay on Monday, April 30, 2012.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

April 16, 2012                                       3rd Day                                         April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the April 9,2 012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff

County Commission met with CL Squires, Landowner, Henry Taffner and Alvin Collins, Milford Township Board Members and Terry Winchell, Milford Grader Operator. They discussed a water problem at teh intersection of NE 70th Lane/NE 70th Road.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Departmetn that Justin Rutledge went to full-time jailer on April 10, 2012. His rate of pay will be $7.69 per hour. Donald White went to part-time jailer on April 10, 2012. His rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour. Mickey Mason was terminated from his bailiff position on April 14, 2012.

Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director, gave a presentation on the IRIS System. A discussion was later held with Dennis Wilson making the motion to have Barton County go to this system and pay the first two years thru the 911 budget. The cost to the county would be $1.00 per household that signs up. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

County Commission traveled to Milford Township to look at several culvert problems.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District TOne Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Nikki Brand, Deputy County Clerk

April 9, 2012                                         2nd Day                                         April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the April 2, 2012 meeting after one addition had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approve April Expenditures.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Public Administrator

County Commission met with Frank Leivan, Golden City Township Board. He gave the Commission a copy of the resignation letter of Harold Keatts, Trustee/Treasurer. His resignation will be effective April 10, 2012. Frank also gave the Commission a letter recommending Liz Hand as a replacement for Harold until April 2013. Dennis Wilson motioned to appoint Liz Hand to the office of Trustee/Treasurer of the Golden City Township Board until April 2013. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

County Commission traveled to SW 20th Road approximately 1.1 miles east of Hwy J to look at the floor, abutment walls and footing that were poured by the contractor. Russell Plazak, Oden Enterprises also went to the job site.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

April 2, 2012                                         1st Day                                          April Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the March 26, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved March End of Month Expenditures.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk and Recorder of Deeds

Information was received from Teresa Moore, Public Administrator, that Crystal Thomas will go to 30 hours per week starting March 26, 2012.

Bonda Rawlings motioned to disperse CART Funds to the fourteen townships ($3,000.00 per township) on the next pay period in April. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Russell Boyd terminated his employment as a jailer. His last working day will be April 4, 2012. Kenneth Reinert will go from full-time jailer to part-time jailer starting April 7, 2012. He will go to contract labor at $8.00 per hour. Travis Buck started as a part-time Reserve Deputy/Bailiff on March 6, 2012 at a rate of $8.00 per hour.

County Commission met with Crawford County, Kansas representatives Jim Emmerson, Legal Counsel, Carl Wood, Linda Grilz and Gary Smith, Southwest Township Board and discussed the maintenance of six miles of road on the SW Towship/Kansas State Line. They also discussed the replacing of culverts. Gary Smith said he would take the information back to the township board and would talk with them later. The commission would visit the culvert issue when it is needed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

March 26, 2012                                   13th Day                                          January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the March 19, 2012 meeting after one addition had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved March Expenditures.

County Commission reviewed and filed the 2011 Townshiop Financial Statements from the 15 Towships.

The County Commission signed a resolution approving a loan agreement between the County and the Missouri State Transportation Finance Corporation for the construction of the SW 30th Rd Ramps and the 1st Street Overpass.

County Commission discussed CART Funds for the fourteen Townships.

The order for the three-year extended warranty for teh server from HP/Springfield was cancelled.

Bids were opened on forming and pouring abutment walls for teh Oden Bridge project 01-2012. Two bids were received. 1) Bennett Inc. for $28,490.00 and 2) Lathrop Excavating for $32,242.00 Bonda Rawlings motioned to accept the bid from Bennett Inc. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

March 19, 2012                                   12th Day                                          January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the March 12, 2012 meeting after two corrections had been made. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Public Administrator and Sheriff

Approved Auctioneer License - Bud Humble/Humble Real Estate (Ten days ending March 24, 2012)

County Commission met with Walter Howery, Richland Township Board Member. He asked about getting help from teh County to remove the dirt piled onto Garty Fasts' land at SE 45th Ln. This dirt was put there by the previous Richland Township Board.

Dennis Wilson motioned to get a three year extended warranty from HP/Springfield for $847.00. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed. This will cover the server for teh County Clerk, Assessor and Collector-Treasurers offices.

Information was received from the Sheriffs Department that Travis Buck went from part-time Reserve Deputy to part-time Reserv Deputy/Baliff at a pay rate of $8.00 per hour on March 6, 2012.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

March 12, 2012                                   11th Day                                          January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the March 5, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved March Expenditures.

County Commission reviewed the County Clerk's Annual Polling Place Inspection Report.

Information was received from the Barton County Ambulance District that Lu Fanning had resigned her position on the Region 6 Board of Directors on February 14, 2012. Robert Holt was appointed to fulfill the two years remaining on her term. Robert was appointed on March 6, 2012.

County Commission met with Dave Stout, Computer Tech, and discussed the server that is now out of warranty. The Commission discussed purchasing an extended warranty for 3 more years.

A discussion was held on the bridge approximately 1.1 miles east of Hwy J on SW 20th Rd in Lamar Township. Bids will be due on March 26, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. for pouring and forming abutment walls for this project, P2012-1.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

March 5, 2012                                     10th Day                                          January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the February 27, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Prosecuting Attorney and Recorder of Deeds

Mike Davis called Mendy Sundermeyer, MoDOT, concerning the paperwork for the two projects on Highway 71 (30th Rd ramp and 1st St overpass). Questions were asked as to the total amounts. Mendy will check them and get back to the Commission with an estimate.

County Commission met with Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director, he gave an update on teh damages of the February 28, 2012 EF-1 tornado and straight line winds that did damage throughout Barton County.

The 2012 Emergency Management Ordinance was signed.

Information was sent to Vernon County Commission on teh three culvert projects on NE 100th Rd by the Road and Bridge Crew. Total cost was $5,721.14. Vernon County's half is $2,860.57.

County Commission met with Sean Matlock and Kevin Marti, MoDOT, and discussed the project cost of the 71/30th Rd rams and 1st St/71 overpass.

County Commission met with Frances Cato, Treasurer/Collector and Ivan Frieden, Assessor. Frances wanted to let the Commission know she has repeatedly notified Mr. Frieden that the work product of an employee in his office was unacceptable. She then gave a list of problems to the Commissioners and stated that "it will creat a profound disservice to all the residents of Barton County when she (Frances) leaves her office as the person elected ot replace her can not know what to look for to fix problems" and that Ivan should find someone who could actually do the job.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

February 27, 2012                                 9th Day                                          January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the February 21, 2012 meeting after one item had been deleted. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved February Expenditures.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Cody Buzzard began training as a part-time jailer on February 23, 2012. His training pay will be $7.25 per hour.

County Commission met with Larry Fausett and Phil Carroll, Vice Presidents Finley Engineering, and discussed the mylars that they have with the county's mapping. They informed the Commission that the 2011 updates were not made on them. They are supposed to bring back an estimate for making these changes.

County Commission met with Gary Glasgow about the scheduling conflict with the car show and the Downtown Association reinactment the weekend of October 13-14. Mary Miller also met with the Commission representing the Downtown Association and the two of them seemed to work out the scheduling conflict.

A discussion was held on the Emergency Management Ordinance.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner, Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

February 21, 2012                                 8th Day                                          January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the February 14, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Sheriff and Public Administrator

Approved timesheets to be paid on Thursday, February 23rd.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Donald White had begun training on February 13, 2012 as a part-time jailer. His rate of pay while training will be $7.25 per hour.

A conference call was held with Mike Arnim explaining the IRIS System and how it works. He will draft a proposal for teh county to see and get back to the Commission and Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director.

Bids were finalized on the Sheriff's Department vehicles as follows:  2002 Cown Victoria to Dwight Sprouls for $700.00, 2007 Ford Truck to Dwight Sprouls for $10,500.00 and 2006 Ford Econoline Van to Roger Mathews for $8,600.00. These bids were accepted and vehicles sold.

County Commission met with Hannah Moyer and Kenna Roland, 4-H Youth and Elaine Davis, 4-H Leader. They gave an update on the cost of the Rick Mammen Memorial Sidewalk.

County Commission signed the 2012 Law Enforcement Agreement between teh City of Lamar, Sheriff and County.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner, Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

February 14, 2012                                 7th Day                                          January Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accpet the minutes of the February 6, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved February Expenditures.

County Commission signed the 2012-2013 Assessment Maintenance Plan Agreement & Approval between the County Assessor, County Commission and the State Tax Commission.

County Commission met with Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director. He, along with Rick Heinen, will be attending training in Nevada, Mo on February 24, 2012 for Physical Hazmat Techs.

Kristina Crockett, County Clerk, spoke with the Liberal News and Lamar Democrat on prices for printing the financial statement. Due to circulation of subscriptions, she chose the Democrat for the publication of the County Financial Statement.

A discussion about the bridge replacement on SW 20th Rd east of Leonard Marti's was held. It is an Oden Bridge.

Dennis Wilson motioned to invest $1,000,000.00 for one year at Heritage contingent upon pledging securities of $1,000,000.00 at .75%. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed. It will be distributed as follows: General Revenue, $210,000.00; Road and Bridge, $455,000.00; Recorder, $20,000.00; Prosecuting Attorney, $30,000.00; 911, $ 275,000.00 and Tax Maintenance Fund, $10,000.00.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

February 6, 2012                                   6th Day                                          January Term 

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the January 30, 2012 meeting after one addition had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, Prosecuting Attorney and Recorder of Deeds

County Commission met with Lisa Kingsley, Farmers Market. She gave the Commission information on plans for Earth Day that she had and had questions on what could be done on County property. April 21, 2012 is when she said the Farmers Market would have the event.

County Commission met with Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director, and signed the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG).

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 30, 2012                                 5th Day                                             January Term 

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the January 23, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved January Expenditures

County Commission met with Mary Miller, Davis Insurance, and held a discussion about event insurance for spectator liability. An event is planned for October 12-14 on the Courthouse lawn for a Civil War Reinactment.

County Commission met with Charles Curless, Circuit Court Judge and Janet Maupin, Circuit Clerk. they were wanting an explanation as to why the scanners were cut from their 2012 budget. The scanners were not required at this time from the state.

County Commission met with Bruce Sprinkle, Mindenmines, concerning more police protection for Minden. Sheriff Mitch Shaw and Deputy Vince Ashworth were also in attendance.

County Commission met with Terry Winchell, Milford Townshiop Grader Operator, and discussed four culverts that needed attention.

A lease agreement between Stutesman Construction Inc. and the Circuits of Barton, Cedar, Dade and Vernon Counies was signed for another three years for office space.

County Commission met with Tom Ryan, Emergency Management Director and Theresa McAvoy and discussed the rent contract with her for 2012-15 for $250.00 per month. No changes were madde for this. It wil be due for signing in May, 2012.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 23, 2012                                       4th Day                                         January Term 

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the January 17, 2012 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Public Administrator

A report from the Cook-Faubion Cemetery of their statement of account as of 12/31/2011 was approved.

Information was received from Frances Cato, Collector/Treasurer, that Gary Trenary has completed the work he was hired to do, therefore, he is no longer employed by her office.

County Commission met with Kathy Macomber, University Extension and discussed the Extension's budget.

Timesheets were approved to be paid on Wednesday, January 25, 2012.

County Commission signed an Emergency Management Contract with Tom Ryan for 2012.

Motion was made by Bonda Rawlings to approve the 2012 Budget as finalized. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed. General Revenue 1,634,953.00; Road & Bridge 1,424,760.00; Law Enforcement 700,206.00; Assessment 178,348.00 and all other funds 1,291,906.42 for a total of 5,051,825.42.

A discussion was held on John Simpson's timesheet concerning his working at the Liberal Basketball Tournament as security while also being paid as a county deputy for the same hours.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Tonya Potter will go from contract labor to part-time employee as of January 23, 2012. Her rate of pay will continue to be $9.50 per hour.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 17, 2012                                  3rd Day                                              January Term 

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the January 9, 2012 meeting after one addition had been made. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Sheriff

A discussion on puttin gthree of the Sheriff's Department vehicles up for bid was held. Sealed bids need to be submitted before 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. Bids can be raised after opening if the bidder is presnt in the Commission Office.

County Commission met with Walter Howery, Richland Township Board Memeber. He wanted information on the proper proceedings to get a whistle installed on a landowners field entrance.

Discussion and modifications were made to the 2012 Budget. Dennis Wilson motioned to take out $10,275.00 for a scanner and etc. from the Circuit Clerk's Budget. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Lunettie Harrison will go to full-time dispatcher on January 22, 2012. Her rate of pay will be $7.69 per hour. Also received word that Vernon Ring and Jordan Justus were hired as full-time deputies starting January 22, 2012. Their rate of pay will be $9.57 per hour.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 9, 2012                                   2nd Day                                               January Term 

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accpet the minutes of the January 3, 2012 meeting after one addition had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Prosecuting Attorney, Public Administrator and Treasurer's Semi-Annual

County Commission held 2012 Budget Hearings

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

January 3, 2012                                       1st Day                                           January Term 

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the December 29, 2012 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved December Expenditures.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk, County Clerk and Recorder of Deeds

County Commission held 2012 Budget Hearings

After reviewing the annual bids for 2012 on all things, the commission made the following decisions:  Six Sack Mix of Cement; No bids were received. Grade 60 Bendable Rebar; One bid was received from Viebrock Sales, LLC. Bonda Rawlings motioned to accept that bid. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed. Concrete Culverts; One bid was received from Stewart Concrete. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept their bid. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed. Metal Culverts; Three bids were received. Bonda Rawlings motioned to accept West Pipe's bid. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed. Crane Work; One bid was received from Ozark Crane. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept their bid. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed. Dozer Work; Two bids were received. Bonda Rawlings motioned to accept the bids from both Kinney Construction and Bennett Construction due to the different sizes of the dozers. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed. Track Hoe Work; One bid was received from Bennett Construction. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept their bid. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed. Pre Cast Slab Bridge Decks; One bid was received from Oden Enterprises. Bonda Rawlings motioned to accept their bid. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed. Bulk Off Road Diesel; No bids were received. Rock; Two bids were received. Bonda Rawlings motioned to accept both bids due to availability and location of quarry. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed. Hauling; Two bids were received. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept both bids depending on availability of hauler and county location of project and under an emergency situation (that requires more help than the two can handle0 that they will be able to get more help to get the emergency taken care of. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 29, 2011                                14th Day                                          October Term 

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the December 27, 2011 meeting after three corrections had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved December Expenditures and 2011 End of Year Transfers.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 27, 2011                              13th Day                                            October Term  

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the December 19, 2011 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved December Expenditures.

Approved December Payroll.

Approved Monthly Reports - Public Administrator and Sheriff

A vacation of abandoned road was read for closing in Richland Township as described 1) all of 80' wide, North Street bounded on teh south side by Lot 4 Block 1 Town of Dublin, Barton County, MO. 2) all of 80' wide Sycamore Street lying between Lot 1 Block 1 and Lot 4 Block 2. Town of Dublin, Barton County, MO. 3) all of a 14' wide alley bounded on the east side by Block 1 Town of Dublin, Barton County, MO. And, 1) all of the west 77' of 80' west Sycamore Street Lying between Lot 1 Block 3 and Lot 4 Block 4 Town of Dublin, Barton County, MO. 2) the 14' wide alley lying between Lot 2 Block 1 and Lot 3 Block 1 Town of Dublin, Barton County, MO.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Kaylee Garfield and Aaron Dille will now be paid as contract labor at a pay rate of $8.00 per hour.

Information was received that on December 31, 2011 Lola Wilhelm will resign as Newport Township Trustee/Treasurer. Laurann Robertson was recommended to take her place by the Newport Township Board. Dennis Wilson motioned to accept the Township Boards decision. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

County Commission met with Jim Horton, Horton Marketing Solutions, and discussed additions to the County website. Dennis Wilson motioned to buy software to integrate with the website. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 19, 2011                                  12th Day                                        October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the December 12, 2011 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

County Commission met with Kathy Macomber and Jay Chism, Barton County Extension, they brought Wyatt Miller with them to be introduced to the Commission. He will be working in Lamar as the agronomist for 20 hours per week starting December 19, 2011.

County Commission met with Terry Winchell, Milford Township grader operator, and discussed a culvert at NE 70th Ln/NE 70th Rd that is plugged.

County Commission decided to meet on Thursday, December 29, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. until approximately noon to do end of the year business.

County Commission traveled to the Lamar MoDot Maintance Bart to attend the dedication fo the overpass on 30th Rd/71 Hwy.

County Commission agreed to pay one half of the bill for stencil and dye for teh 4-H Youth Project in memory of Rick Mammen. Danny Miller agreed to only charge 1/2 on his labor bill for this project.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 12, 2011                                 11th Day                                        October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the December 5, 2011 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Public Administrator

Approved December Expenditures.

Received information from the Sheriff's Department that Rusty Boyd went to full-time jailer on December 5, 2011. His rate of pay will be $7.69 per hour.

Bill Taylor, Brushcutter Operator, notified the Commission that he needed to purchase a shaft for the hydrawlic cylinder on the brushcutter. The Commission told him to go ahead and purchase it for approximately $900.00.

Jim Townsend, H & L Pipeline, notified the Commission that they would be movinga generator on 537' of SW 160th Ln in Barton County from Asbury to Galena, KS for Empire on an emergency move. Buddy will go inspect the culverts and bridges on the road to see if they can withstand the weight limit and then get back to Jim with his findings.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

December 5, 2011                                   10th Day                                      October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the November 28, 2011 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk and Recorder of Deeds

Approved 2012 Holidays - January 2, New Years; January 16, Martin Luther King Jr.; February 13, Lincoln's Birthday; February 20, Washington's Birthday; May 8, Truman's Birthday; May 28, Memorial Day; July 4, Independence Day; September 3, Labor Day; October 8, Columbus Day; November 12, Veteran's Day; November 22-23, Thanksgiving; December 25, Christmas.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Department that Matthew Thomas went from full-time to part-time on December 1, 2011. His rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour. Also received word that Heather Duncan finished training as a dispatcher and went to part-time on December 5, 2011. Her rate of pay will be $8.00 per hour.

Bids were opened for employee health insurance. Four bids were received. Davis Insurance, Beimdick Insurance, Mike Keith Insurance and Employee Benefit Design, LLC. Dennis Wilson motioned to stay with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Davis Insurance, for County employee health insurance at an increase of 3% from the last year. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

November 28, 2011                            9th Day                                                October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the Novemer 21, 2011 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved November Expenditures.

Approved Timesheets to be paid on Wednesday, November 30, 2011.

Dennis Wilson motioned to lift teh burn ban for Barton County. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

The County received a check from the State of Missouri for $1,469.08 for the State share (10%) on FEMA 1847DR-MO.

Annual bids for 2012 were discussed. Bids will be advertized and opened on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 2:00 p.m.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

November 21, 2011                                   8th Day                                       October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the November 14, 2011 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - County Clerk and Sheriff

Approved invoices to be paid on Monday, November 28, 2011.

Assessor, Ivan Frieden and Jean Gastel came in to discuss mapping. Finley Engineering is having equipment problems and can no longer print maps. Finley's provided the County with information and possible solutions for the future.

Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner and 4-H members came in during the week and spray painted the outline of the proposed Rick Mammen Memorial Sidewalk Project.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

November 14, 2011                               7th Day                                             October Term 

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the November 7, 2011 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Prosecuting Attorney

Approved November Expenditures.

Dennis Wilson motioned pursuant to RSMo 67.150 to let health insurance bids. Bids willb e due Thursday, December 1, 2011. County Commission will open bids on Monday, December 5, 2011 and will render their decision by Monday, December 12, 2011. Bonda Rawlings seconded the motion and all agreed. Specs can be picked up in the County Clerk's Office.

Dennis Wilson motioned to re-invest $350,000.00 CD with Heritage State Bank for six months at .5%. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

County Commission signed membership agreement for 2012 with Missouri Rural Services - Workers' Compensation Trust.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

November 7, 2011                         6th Day                                                   October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the mionutes of teh October 31, 2011 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Circuit Clerk and Recorder of Deeds

County Commission met with Robert Lehman, Grounds Keeper, and talked about removing the dead and diseased cedar bushes at the entrances to the Courthouse. All Commissioners agreed to have them removed and disposed of.

County Commission met with Dan Salsbury, MoDot, and held a preliminary planning meeting to discuss the overpass over Highway 71 at 1st Street. Those attending were; John Lawrence, Earl Higgins, Joe and Kathy Pace, adjacent landowners, Jerry Marti, Lamar Heights Mayor and Richard Cooper, Lamar Democrat.

A hearing was held in the large courtroom on teh changes in teh Food Establishment Public health Ordinance for Barton County. Brian Oberman explained the changes to the current ordinance to teh 25 concerned citizens attending and then a question and answer period was held. The Health Department Baord decided to take the suggestions that were brought up during the hearing and discuss them at their next board meeting on November 22nd at 7:00 p.m. Then the board will come back and discuss it with the County Commission.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

October 31, 2011                            5th Day                                                  October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the October 24, 2011 meeting as read. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved October Expenditures.

Approved timesheets to be paid on Wednesday, November 2, 2011.

County Commission met with Linda Talbott and Brian Oberman from the Barton County Health Department and Rick Fast, Darrell Kentner and Mike Harvey, Health Department Board Members and discussed the Food Sanitaion Ordinance changes. A public hearing is planned for November 7, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. at teh Courthouse.

Dennis Wilson motioned to reinstate the burn ban for all of Barton County. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

 October 24, 2011                             4th Day                                                October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the October 17, 2011 meeting after one addition had been made. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

County Commission discussed the Barton County Food Service Sanitation Ordinance and decided not to make a decision until after talking to Linda Talbott and Brian Oberman.

County Commission met with Walter Howery, Richland Township Board Memeber concerning work that was done on a road right of way in Richland Township. He also inquired about the reimbursement to townships brush removal program.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

October 17, 2011                                3rd Day                                            October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the October 11, 2011 meeting after one addition had been made. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Report - Sheriff

Approved Liquor License - Dollar General Store #2866

County Commission approved the Golden City Township Boards appointment of Kathryn Boehne as Golden City township Clerk. Her term will expire in April 2013.

County Commission met with Linda Talbott and Brian Oberman from the Barton County Health Department. They proposed changes to the Barton County Food Service Sanitation Ordinance. The Commission will decide on this at a later date.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

 October 11, 2011                                 2nd Day                                          October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Dennis Wilson moved to accept the minutes of the October 3, 2011 meeting as read. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Approved Monthly Reports - Collector and Prosecuting Attorney

Approved October Expenditures

County Commission signed the 2012 HMEP Funding Grant for Hazmat Training.

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

October 3, 2011                                    1st Day                                       October Term

NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.

Bonda Rawlings moved to accept the minutes of the September 26, 2011 meeting after one statement had been re-worded. Dennis Wilson seconded and all agreed.

Approved October Payroll.

Approved Monthly Reports - Recorder of Deeds, Public Administrator and Circuit Clerk

A discussion was held on not taking bids for property liability insurance for 2012. Dennis Wilson motioned not to change the liability insurance agent for 2012. Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

Information was received from the Sheriff's Office that Tina Byers was terminated from employment on October 3, 2011.

County Commission met with Brent Wagoner and Bill Vanderburg, Adkins Printing. They gave a presentation on new voting equipment.

County Commission met with Lynsey Flores, Barton County 4-H Junior Leaders, and discussed the Rick Mammen Memorial Sidewalk Project. 

Present were:  Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk

County Commission notes September 26, 2011

Judy Fast, County Commission Secretary

The Barton County Commission met and approved expenditures.

Prior Commisison minutes were read, one addition was made.  Dennis Wilson moved to accept minutes Bonda Rawlings seconded and all agreed.

A discussion on vacation pay was held.  Dennis made a statement "to have the clerk go back through the payroll files to when the county switched over to encode and figure the employees that have lostt vacation time due to the way the acrual is fiqured and total it up."

Information was received from Frances Cato, Treasurer, that Dean Sullivan signed a contract to work in her office as part time Deputy not to exceed 20 hours per week starting September 26, 2011 at $8.00 per hour.

Dennis moved to order four more pear trees for the east side of the courthouse.  Bonda seconded and all agreed.

Met with Stan Davidson landowner in Southwest Township, he was wanting the county to brush cut the intersections of SW 160th Ln/90th Rd, SW 160th Lane/SW 80th Rd and SW 130th Ln/80th RD for visability.  He also wanted a culvert on SW 80th Lane widened.

Met with Mitch Shaw, Sheriff, and discussed charging a $2.00 surcharge per court proceeding according to RSMo 488.5026 for a finger print system to purchase with the City of Lamar.  The money will go into inmate Security Fund for the purchase of an electronic finger print machine.

Mitch also wants to have Jason Banta come in to work on 911 dispatch computers.  He will talk to Jason and get back to the Commission on this.

Met with Road and Bridge Crew leader, Buddy Kelsey and went over the duties of the crew for the week. 

Meeting was adjourned and will meet again on Monday, October 3, 2011 at 9:00 a.m.

attending

Mike Davis, Presiding Commissioner; Dennis Wilson, District One Commissioner; Bonda Rawlings, District Two Commissioner and Kristina Crockett, County Clerk