Commission Agenda Meeting March-1-2021
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 1st day of March, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the February 22, 2021 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, March 8, 2021Approve
Wisper ISP, LLC Brings Internet Speeds Up-to 100 Mbps to Barton County, MO
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wisper ISP, LLC Brings Internet Speeds Up-to 100 Mbps to Barton County, MO Barton County, MO (February 22, 2021) – Wisper ISP, LLC expands their service network to Barton County, MO. Eligible residents are now able to be set up for install. Wisper Internet’s expansion to Barton County is due to their success in the Connect America Fund Phase II (CAF II). CAF II was a rural broadband auction held by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in 2018. Wisper was named the winner of
Commission Agenda Meeting Feb-22-2021
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 22nd day of February, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the February 8, 2021 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, March 1,
Cox Barton County Hospital recognized for effective ER transfer communication
For immediate releaseFeb. 11, 2021 Cox Barton County Hospital recognized for effective ER transfer communication Cox Barton County Hospital has once again been recognized as one of the Top Performing Critical Access Hospitals (CAH) by Missouri Hospital Association (MHA) for achieving 100 percent compliance in Emergency Department Transfer Communication (EDTC) criteria. EDTC criteria focuses on the following: documentation of all patient procedures,tests and findings.communication between the ER
Commission Agenda Meeting Feb-16-2021
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 16th day of February, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the February 8, 2021 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, February 23,
CoxHealth moves starting wage to $12/hour, adds new compensation model
For immediate releaseFeb. 10, 2021 CoxHealth moves starting wage to $12/hour, adds new compensation model In a $4 million investment in its workforce, CoxHealth is moving its starting wage to $12 per hour.“We are very excited about this news, which we view as an investment in our workforce,” says Andy Hedgpeth, vice president of Human Resources at CoxHealth. “Despite the challenges of this past year, we feel that this is a very important move for us to make to help our employees, both current and
Arvest Foundation funded more than 40 grants totaling $232,500 to organizations in 2020.
We are pleased to announce that the Arvest Foundation funded more than 40 grants totaling $232,500 to organizations serving Joplin and its surrounding communities in 2020. The additional communities served were Carthage, Lamar, Lockwood, Monett, Nevada, Neosho and Webb City, as well as Miami, Okla., and Pittsburg, Kan. “We are blessed in our area to have an amazing group of organizations that meet the needs of our citizens in so many ways,” said Chad Evans, president for Arvest Bank in Joplin. “These
Commission Agenda Meeting Feb-8-2021
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 8th day of February, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission.COUNTY BUSINESS: Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the February 1, 2021 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Tuesday, February 16,
Department Announces Farmers’ Market Promotion Grant Funding up to $1,000 available
Department Announces Farmers’ Market Promotion Grant FundingUp to $1,000 available to Missouri farmers’ markets (JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) – Today, the Missouri Department of Agriculture announced funding for the Farmers’ Market Promotion Matching Grant Program through Missouri Grown. The grant awards up to $1,000 for reimbursement of expenses associated with promoting Missouri’s farmers’ markets. This competitive grant program will provide funds to farmers’ markets for promotional pieces that provide
Commission Meeting Minutes Feb-1 2021
February 1, 2021 6th Day January Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO. County Commission met with Joel Dermott, Barton County Health Department. He gave an update on COVID-19.Approved February ExpendituresApproved Monthly Reports – Circuit Clerk, County Clerk and Prosecuting Attorney (Dec 2020 & Jan 2021)County
Nurse practitioner joins Cox Barton County’s Medical One Clinic
Cox Barton County Hospital is pleased to welcome Reilly Tackett, NP, to the health care team at the Medical One Clinic. While this is her first employment at the clinic, it’s not her first experience there. “During my DNP program through Pittsburg State, I had an opportunity to complete my clinical time at Cox Barton County in the Medical One Clinic with a longtime nurse practitioner,” she said. “Through that experience, I was able to form relationships with many of the patients at the clinic. I knew Cox
Arvest Equipment Finance Breaks Production Record in 2020
Arvest Equipment Finance Breaks Production Record in 2020 Division of Arvest Bank Enjoys Fourth Consecutive Year of Double-Digit Growth JOPLIN, Mo. (Jan. 28, 2021) – Arvest Equipment Finance (AEF) closed more than $279 million in new production in 2020, a record total for the division of Arvest Bank, it was announced today. That represents a 13.4 percent increase in gross production year-over-year. AEF is headquartered in Fort Smith, Ark., with locations in Little Rock, Kansas City and Tulsa,
Commission Agenda Meeting Feb-1-2021
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 1st day of February, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission.COUNTY BUSINESS: Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the January 25, 2021 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, February 8,
Commission Meeting Minutes Jan -25- 2021
January 25, 2021 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 move to accept the minutes of the January 19, 2021 meeting as read. Ben Reed seconded and all agreed. County Commission met with Joel Dermott, Barton County Health Department. He gave an update on COVID-19.Approved January
Commission Agenda Meeting Jan-25-2021
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 25th day of January, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission.COUNTY BUSINESS: Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the January 19, 2021 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, February 1,
Commission Meeting Minutes Jan -19- 2021
January 19, 2021 4th 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 move to accept the minutes of the January 11, 2021 meeting as read. Ben Reed seconded and all agreed.Ben Reed moved to accept the minutes of the January 14, 2021 meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.Approved
Commission Agenda Meeting Jan-19-2021
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 19th day of January, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission.COUNTY BUSINESS: Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the January 11, 2021 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, January 25,
Commission Meeting Minutes Jan - 14- 2021
January 14, 2021 3rd Day January Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO. 2021 Budget Hearings were heldCounty Commission approved an average raise of 3% to most employees.Jeff Tucker moved to give the Barton County Extension the same amount as in 2020, $77,700.00. Ben Reed seconded the motion. Mike Davis
Commission Agenda Meeting Jan-14-2021
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 14th day of January, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS: Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meeting Approve Minutes of the January 11, 2021 meeting PUBLIC PRESENTATION: Continue 2021
AuBurn Pharmacy - COVID-19 Vaccinations and COVID Testing Services
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Eileen Burns, Director of Marketing AuBurn Pharmacy (785) 448-3600 eburns@auburnpharmacies.comAuBurn Pharmacy - COVID-19 Vaccinations and COVID Testing Services AuBurn Pharmacy is prepared to bring the COVID-19 Vaccines to Kansas and Missouri residents. AuBurn Pharmacy announced today that they have been working diligently in the communities they serve in both Kansas & Missouri to be one of the initial providers of the COVID-19 vaccine once it is released for administration by
Commission Meeting Minutes Jan - 11- 2021
January 11, 2021 2nd Day January Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO. Ben Reed moved to accept the minutes of the January 4, 2021, meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.Approved time sheets to be paid on Thursday, January 14, 2021Approved Treasurer’s Semi Annual ReportCounty Commission
Commission Meeting Minutes Jan - 4 - 2021
January 4, 2021 1st 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 December 30, 2020, meeting as read. Ben Reed seconded and all agreed.Approved December ExpendituresApproved Monthly Reports – Assessor, Circuit Clerk, Public Administrator and
Commission Meeting Minutes Dec-30-2020
December 30, 2020 15th Day October TermNOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO. Ben Reed moved to accept the minutes of the December 28, 2020, meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.Approved December ExpendituresInformation was received from the Sheriffs Department that Daniel Crihfield and Chad McManis
Commission Agenda Meeting Jan-4-2021
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 4th day of January, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the December 30, 2020 meetingApprove Monthly Reports PUBLIC PRESENTATION: 2021
Commission Agenda Meeting Dec-30-2020
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 30th day of December, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission.COUNTY BUSINESS: Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the December 28, 2020 meetingApprove End of Year
Commission Meeting Minutes Dec-28-2020
December 28, 2020 14th Day October 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 December 21, 2020, meeting as read. Ben Reed seconded and all agreed.Approved December ExpendituresCounty Commission met with Joel Dermott, Barton County Health Department. He gave an update on
Commission Meeting Minutes Dec-21-2020
December 21, 2020 13th Day October Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.Ben Reed moved to accept the minutes of the December 14, 2020, meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.Approved December ExpendituresCounty Commission met with Joel Dermott, Barton County Health Department. He gave an update on
Commission Agenda Meeting Dec-21-2020
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 21st day of December, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the December 14, 2020 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, December 28,
Commission Meeting Minutes Dec-14-2020
December 14, 2020 12th Day October 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 December 7, 2020, meeting as read. Ben Reed seconded and all agreed.Approved December ExpendituresApproved time sheets to be paid on Thursday, December 17, 2020.Approved Monthly Reports –
Commission Agenda Meeting Dec-714-2020
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 14th day of December, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the November 30, 2020 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, December 14,
Commission Meeting Minutes Nov-30-2020
November 30, 2020 10th Day October Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.Ben Reed was absent Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the November 23, 2020, meeting as read. Mike Davis seconded and all agreed.Approved November ExpendituresApproved Monthly Reports – SheriffCounty Commission met with Joel
Commission Meeting Minutes Dec-7-2020
December 7, 2020 11th Day October Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.Ben Reed moved to accept the minutes of the November 30, 2020, meeting as read. Jeff Tucker seconded and all agreed.Approved November ExpendituresApproved Monthly Reports – Circuit Clerk, Prosecuting Attorney, Public Administrator and
Commission Agenda Meeting Dec-7-2020
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 7th day of December, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the November 30, 2020 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, December 14,
Commission Agenda Meeting Nov-30-2020
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 30th day of November, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the November 23, 2020 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, December 7,
Commission Meeting Minutes Nov-23-2020
November 23, 2020 9th Day October 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 November 9, 2020, meeting as read. Mike Davis seconded and all agreed.Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the November 16, 2020, meeting as read. Mike Davis seconded and all
Commission Agenda Meeting Nov-23-2020
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 23rd day of November, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the November 9 and 16, 2020 meetingsApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, November
Commission Meeting Minutes Nov-16-2020
November 16, 2020 8th Day October Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO.Jeff Tucker was absent this dayApproved November ExpendituresTime sheets were approved to be paid on Thursday, November 19, 2020County Commission met with Sheriff-Elect John Simpson and discussed the 2021 Budget.County Commission met
Commission Agenda Meeting Nov-16-2020
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 16th day of November, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS: Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meeting Approve Minutes of the November 9, 2020 meeting Approve invoices to be paid on Monday, November
Commission Meeting Minutes Nov-9-2020
November 9, 2020 7th Day October 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 November 2, 2020, meeting as read. Mike Davis seconded and all agreed.Approved November ExpendituresApproved Monthly Reports – Circuit Clerk, Collectors Monthly Settlement, County Clerk,
Commission Agenda Meeting Nov-9-2020
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 9th day of November, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS:Discuss correspondence received by Commission since last meetingApprove Minutes of the November 2, 2020 meetingApprove invoices to be paid on Monday, November 16,
SBA Economic Injury 2020 Disaster Loans Available to Missouri Small Businesses
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available to Missouri Small Businesses SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Small nonfarm businesses in eight Missouri counties and neighboring counties in Kansas are now eligible to apply for low‑interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced Director Tanya N. Garfield of SBA’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West. These loans offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by the drought in the following primary counties that began
Commission Meeting Minutes Nov-2-2020
November 2, 2020 6th Day October Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO. Ben Reed was absent this day Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the October 26, 2020, meeting as read. Mike Davis seconded and all agreed.Approved November ExpendituresApproved Monthly Reports – Assessor and Recorder of
Commission Meeting Minutes Oct-30-2020
October 30, 2020 5th Day October Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO. Ben Reed was absent this day Jeff Tucker moved to approve the Notice of Decision for the Barton County Chamber of Commerce and approve and authorize the County Distribution Agreement between the County and the Chamber. Mike Davis
Commission Agenda Meeting Oct-30-2020
Notice is hereby given that the Barton County Commission will hold a meeting on the 30th day of October, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the office of the County Commission, Barton County, Missouri. The tentative agenda of this meeting will include the following open topics and any other matter that comes before the County Commission. COUNTY BUSINESS: Discuss CARES Act Funds
Commission Meeting Minutes Oct-26-2020
October 26, 2020 4th Day October Term NOW ON THIS DAY THE COUNTY COMMISSION met pursuant to law in the Courthouse in the City of Lamar, MO. Ben Reed was absent this day Jeff Tucker moved to accept the minutes of the October 19, 2020, meeting as read. Mike Davis seconded and all agreed.Approved October ExpendituresApproved October PayrollInformation was received from