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Mayor of Chillicothe seeks applicants for two board vacancies
The Mayor of Chillicothe is now accepting applications to fill two board vacancies. The openings are for positions on the Park and Recreation Board and the Chillicothe Board of Adjustments. The first vacancy is on the Park and Recreation Board. This position is available to fill an expired term that...
Trenton Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss Taco Bell sign variance
The Trenton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 1 at 6 p.m. at the Trenton City Hall. The hearing will address a request from Taco Bell, represented by Roderick Signs, for a variance regarding a sign. The request seeks a 20-foot variance on the required...
Livingston County Children’s Wellness Committee hosts Back to School Bonanza on July 30
The Livingston County Children’s Wellness Committee will host the 16th Annual Back to School Bonanza on Tuesday, July 30, in the North Gym of the Grand River YMCA, located at 1725 Locust Street in Chillicothe. The Livingston County Back to School Bonanza is open to Livingston County residents entering...
Laredo R-7 Board of Education approves bids for fuel, services
The Laredo R-7 Board of Education approved several bids during their meeting on June 10. The approved bids included propane from MFA at $1.30 per gallon, diesel from MFA at six cents off the pump price, gas from MFA at five cents off the pump price, trash service from GFL at $99.16 per month, and milk from Prairie Farms. Additionally, a bid from Chuck’s Pest Control was approved for $550 annually.
Trenton Mayor addresses Convention and Visitors Bureau on wayfinding signs priority
At the recent meeting of the Trenton Convention and Visitors Bureau, held on June 12, Mayor Jackie Soptic addressed the board, emphasizing the importance of the wayfinding sign project. The project has been identified as a top priority, with bids for the signs expected to be solicited soon. Mayor Soptic...
New hires approved by Trenton City Council at Monday meeting
Two individuals have been hired as city employees following an executive session Monday night involving the city council. The seven council members present voted unanimously to accept the mayor’s recommendation and hired Anita Ewing of Trenton for a new position as assistant city clerk. Current City Clerk Cindy Simpson plans to retire next year, prompting city officials to seek someone who could work alongside Simpson to learn the duties of the office.
Chillicothe City Council approves ordinances and resolution
The Chillicothe City Council approved three ordinances and a resolution on June 10. One ordinance authorized the mayor to execute a construction manager at risk contract with Crossland Construction Company, Incorporated, for the police facility project. City Clerk Amy Hess reported preconstruction will cost $27,050, with other costs determined later with a maximum price.
Jamesport City Council addresses Phase 1 of street project
The Jamesport City Council on June 10 heard from a visitor who does street work about Phase 1 of a street project. Larry Griffin advised that mailboxes along Grant Street will have to be removed and replaced after street resurfacing. Residents may also be required to purchase a road tube for the city to put in ditches to allow easier access to their driveways and help preserve the streets after completion.
Laredo Board of Aldermen approve ad for temporary city clerk position
The Laredo Board of Aldermen, in a meeting held on June 10, approved an advertisement for a temporary city clerk position. Current City Clerk Mercedes Scobee aims to have the new hire trained by the end of August, with the position commencing in September. In addition to the city clerk...
Trenton city sales tax receipts rise by over $59,000 in fiscal year
Trenton’s city sales tax receipts from retail purchases are up by more than $59,000 in the first two months of the city’s fiscal year. This increase involves payments received in May and June compared to the same period last year. The increases by category are as follows: general...
Jamesport Board of Educaton seeks bids for school supplies
The Jamesport Tri-County Board of Education moved on June 10 to seek bids for milk, bread, diesel fuel, and gas for the next school year. Updates to the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and Missouri Course Access and Virtual School Program policy were approved as presented. The board reviewed updates to...
Trenton City Council adopts employee grade scale, merit/service table
On a split vote, the Trenton City Council adopted an employee grade scale and merit/years of service table Monday night. The purpose is to establish a minimum starting wage for each position within the city and Trenton Municipal Utilities. It provides guidance on future wage increases due to promotion or years of service. The document has undergone several reviews and updates since it was first presented. The council adopted the document on a vote of four in favor and three against. In favor were Glen Briggs, Tim Meinecke, Duane Urich, and John Dolan. Opposed were Lou Fisher, Marvin Humphreys, and David Mlika. Councilman Calvin Brown was absent.
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