By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the regular weekly meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors this morning, County Engineer Josh Sebern discussed the proposed contract for the P28/Wagon Road Project LFM-P28 (2)-7X-39.
“Today, we have for consideration the contract for the P28 asphalt overlay,” Sebern said. “Just as a reminder, the contract amount is $5,972,000. Henningsen Construction is out of Atlantic.”
The supervisors unanimously approved the contract.
Sebern also said the county will receive $9,900 through the Traffic Safety Improvement Program for sign replacement.
Jotham Arber spoke about a request for the supervisors to consider a financial oversight agreement with Guthrie County First Responders.
“What we’re looking for from the county is a partner, an auditor, if you will,” Arber said. “We’re not asking for any tax dollars.”
The supervisors approved the agreement as proposed.
The supervisors discussed Resolution 26-27, a measure adopting fiscal year 2026-27 salaries for elected officials in Guthrie County. Supervisor Brian Johnson voiced his perspective on the matter.
“I’m going to be a no vote on the resolution, and I’ll take my own blame for it. Last week, I didn’t follow the extent for which we were voting. I would not have voted for a 5% increase, especially for supervisors,” Johnson said. “I just think we’re approved by the citizens of this county. It’s their money, and I would use the word transparency. So I’ll be a no vote today.”
Supervisor Maggie Armstrong discussed a mailing sent to property owners explaining the tax levy. Auditor Dani Fink said one page of the mailing listed the incorrect fiscal year, so the county will post a correction on social media and the county website.
The supervisors approved Resolution 26-27, with Johnson voting no.
The supervisors also discussed procedures for when certain county departmental offices may close due to weather or other situations. Each department head can post updates on that department’s page on the county website. For more widespread closures, the supervisors will determine closures and communicate the status via the website and Facebook.
The supervisors meet regularly at 9 a.m. Tuesdays. The public is welcome to attend at the courthouse or via remote technology. To join remotely, call 323-792-6123 and use meeting code 547029216#.