Supervisors discuss state audit report, next step for EMS services
By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the regular meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 19, County Auditor Dani Fink discussed the Fiscal Year 2023 State Audit report that was recently received. She and the supervisors discussed that some recommendations are “repeats” from previous audits, as well as recommendations related to segregation of duties, which Fink says is a challenge in small departments. Fink suggested the supervisors and departments “think outside of the box” to find ways to address recommendations.
The supervisors chose to put the matter onto their Nov. 26 meeting agenda for further discussion.
A member of the public asked about the next steps regarding EMS services. In the Nov. 5 election, a slight majority of voters voted in favor of the countywide plan, but the measure did not attain the 60% needed for approval.
Supervisor Steve Smith said he’s been asked that question often since the election.
“My reply to those folks has been, ‘Let’s get past a couple of things here, rethink and see what we need to realign,’ ” Smith said.
Supervisor Brian Johnson shared his opinion.
“My reply would be that I don’t want to wait too long. We got behind the eight ball last time. I want to make sure we’re out in front of it this time,” Johnson said.
“Almost 54% of the public showed on that vote that it’s a need, and that people want it,” Supervisor Maggie Armstrong said.
The next regular meeting of the supervisors will be Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 9 a.m. The public is welcome to attend in person or via remote technology. To join remotely, call 323-792-6123, then use meeting code 547029216#.
