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OFFICIAL
JUNE 3, 2013, 17th DAY OF
THE APRIL ADJOURN TERM
The County Commission met in the Commission Hearing Room at 8:35 am with Ron Houseman, Danny
Strahan, and Brandon Williams present. The following proceedings were had and made a matter of record:
PRELIMINARY STUDY MEETING
The Commission met to review previous meeting minutes and accounts payables.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments.
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioner Houseman called the June 3, 2013 meeting to order at 9:02 am. Auditor Rick Findley led with
prayer and Commissioner Strahan led the Pledge of Allegiance.
COMMISSION REMARKS
There were no Commission remarks at this time.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Commissioner Williams moved to approve Accounts Payable as follows: Checks #333942 to #333985,
#333987 to #333994; and Warrant #5792. Commissioner Strahan seconded the motion. Commissioner
Houseman stated just as a note they are withholding one check until they talk with the County Attorney this
afternoon. The motion passed by vote: Houseman (aye), Strahan (aye), and Williams (aye).
APPROVAL OF PAYROLL
Commissioner Strahan moved to approve Payroll. Commissioner Williams seconded the motion. The motion
passed by vote: Houseman (aye), Strahan (aye), and Williams (aye).
BOB SCHANZ
(MATTERS OF COUNTY CONCERN: COLLECTOR/SEWER DISTRICT)
Mr. Schanz, a citizen of Taney County, came to the Commission to voice concern about the County Collector’s
use of funds and the waiving of fees. He also voiced his concern on the way the Sewer Board is conducting
business.
BID # 201304-224
COUNTY MOWING SERVICES
Renee Brusca Building and Grounds Administrator and Ron Erickson Purchasing Director brought Bid
#201304-224 for County mowing services.
Commissioner Strahan moved to reject the bid. Commissioner Williams seconded the motion. The motion
passed by vote: Houseman (aye), Strahan (aye), and Williams (aye).
BID # 201303-217
COMPLETE TANDEM AXLE DUMP TRUCKS (2)
David Stottle of Road &Bridge and Ron Erickson of Purchasing came in to discuss the awarding of Bid
#201303-217. Discussion ensued regarding the purchase of a third truck.
Commissioner Strahan moved to purchase one dump truck from Springfield Freightliner in the amount of
$141,929.00 under Bid #201303-217. Commissioner Williams seconded the motion. The motion passed by
vote: Houseman (aye), Strahan (aye), and Williams (aye).
ENGAGEMENT LETTER
The letter that was presented for signature was by and between Taney County and Russell Jackson for appraisal
services regarding the properties for the Flood Buyout. Commissioner Houseman signed this letter during the
Preliminary Study, since the Commission had already approved this item.
PARK BOARD UPDATE
Commissioner Strahan updated the Commission on the Park Board progress throughout the County.
Commissioner Strahan also stated that signs will be placed to notify the public about the dumpster usage at the
parks. Commissioner Houseman wanted to say thanks to the companies and Commissioner Strahan for their
donations and hard work to getting the County Parks in condition for public use.
RECESS
9:39 AM
RECONVENE
9:47 AM
TANEY COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS’
SERVICE BOARD DISCUSSION
Mike Merrell of the Taney County Seniors Citizens Service Board came in to notify the public and the
Commission that the Taney County Seniors Citizens Service Board is setting up the ability to pay their own
bills without the Commission being involved, in order to get bills paid in a quicker manner. Discussion
including Auditor Rick Findley ensued regarding allowing the Taney County Seniors Citizens Service Board to
set up the accounts in order to manage the funds themselves.
EXECUTIVE SESSION – PESONNEL
PER SECTION 610.021.3
Commissioner Williams moved to go into Executive Session pursuant to RSMo 610.021.3 Commissioner
Strahan seconded the motion. The motion passed by roll call vote: Houseman (aye), Strahan (aye), and
Williams (aye).
EXECUTIVE SESSION
10:03 AM
See Executive Session Minutes for actions, if any.
Commissioner Williams moved to exit out of Executive Session. Commissioner Strahan seconded the motion.
The motion passed by roll call vote: Houseman (aye), Strahan (aye), and Williams (aye).
OUT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
12:00 PM
RECESS
12:00 PM
RECONVENE
1:00 PM
Commissioner Strahan moved to go into Executive Session pursuant to RSMo 610.021 (1)(2)(3)(12)
Commissioner Houseman seconded the motion. The motion passed by roll call vote: Houseman (aye), Strahan
(aye), and Williams (absent).
EXECUTIVE SESSION - LEGAL UPDATE PER SECTION 610.021(1)(2)(3)(12)
1:00 PM
See Executive Session Minutes for actions, if any.
Commissioner Strahan moved to exit out of Executive Session. Commissioner Houseman seconded the motion.
The motion passed by roll call vote: Houseman (aye), Strahan (aye), and Williams (absent).
OUT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
3:38 PM
Commissioner Strahan moved to adjourn. Commissioner Houseman seconded the motion. The motion passed
by vote: Houseman (aye), Strahan (aye), and Williams (absent).
ADJOURN
3:38 PM
The minutes were taken and typed by Wesley Shoemaker, Deputy Clerk.
Commission Minutes
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