By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the regular meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors on March 6, discussion was held regarding county offices and/or the courthouse being closed during inclement weather events. Supervisor Steve Smith asked if there is a standard process and if each department makes a decision.
“If you close the courthouse, there are essential workers that have to work, and that puts them into overtime then,” Supervisor Mike Dickson said.
“I would love to have a process in place that is a little more cut and dried,” Board Chair Maggie Armstrong said. “I think identifying a committee to make a decision, rather than putting it on one individual.”
Armstrong suggested putting the matter in the “parking lot” for now and having it discussed further during the safety meeting in April. No action was taken at this time.
Jake Anderson provided an update as the lease holder of the County Farm. He said lime application is completed, and some fencing repairs and new fencing are needed. Anderson estimated about 850 feet of fencing is needed on the north side of the property, but he said it remains usable for the time being. Fencing will be done after July 1.
The supervisors unanimously approved the contract with the Guthrie County Libraries Association.
As part of the budgetary work session, the supervisors reviewed and approved fiscal year 2025-2026 contributions to Region XII, Midwest Partnership, Guthrie County Fair Board, Hungry Canyons, New Opportunities, and Western Iowa Tourism.
The supervisors went into closed session to discuss a matter with counsel that may involve litigation.
Through March, the Board of Supervisors meets regularly Tuesdays and Thursdays 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#.