By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the Sept. 3 regular meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors, the board again heard from citizens concerned about the proposed CO2 pipeline. After listening to the public’s comments, the supervisors voted unanimously to approve Resolution 25-05: Resolution Objecting to the Use of Eminent Domain by the Iowa Utilities Commission.
Next, the supervisors discussed the communications plan related to the countywide EMS plan, which will be put to vote in the Nov. 5 election. The plan will include a number of small group meetings. Wixted Communications is helping the county develop consistent talking points to roll out the plan to citizens.
“I don’t want to leave any groups out…sometimes we get more out of, and people can ask their questions better, in a room of 15 or 20 people versus a town hall of 200 people,” Supervisor Steve Smith said. “That’s my perspective.”.
The supervisors discussed the possibility of having a Guthrie County 175th anniversary book created. Kuster said for 500 books, the cost would be roughly $28,000. Brian Johnson suggested waiting for the 200th anniversary to create such a book. The supervisors unanimously voted to deny the expense.
Brian Johnson and JD Kuster voiced comments about the success of the Guthrie County Fair. Johnson said attendance was good, and he stated appreciation to the Guthrie County Fair Board.
The next regular meeting of the supervisors will be Tuesday, Sept. 10. The public is welcome to attend in person or via remote technology. To join remotely, call 323-792-6123, then use meeting code 547029216#.