DECATUR COUNTY COUNCIL

MARCH 18, 2008

The Decatur County Council opened their March 18th 2008 meeting with the following present; Geneva Hunt, Larry Meyer, Ken Owens, Rose Hellmich and Kenny Hooten.

Mrs. Weber as Secretary to the board entertained a motion to appoint a chairperson for the meeting, Mrs. Hunt appointed Mr. Owens to preside over the meeting.

Mr. Hooten moved to approve the minutes of February19th and Mrs. Hunt seconded, motion carries.

Bryan Robbins - Hott City presented the annual report for 2007; power point presentation of the progress of downtown and organization’s history. Mr. Rust wanted to thank the county again for their contribution.

Dan Wells and Mary Miers – Animal Control Board Members requested an additional appropriation to bring the Animal Control Officer and Shelter Manager salaries brought up to other county salaries. Mr. Meyer moved to approve the additional appropriation; Mr. Hooten seconded, and motion carries.

Dan Wilson – Extension Office discussed the operation of the department and presented a check to the County Council for $5,000.00 for reimbursement of educators from Purdue. Mr. Wilson thanked Council Members for their support of the Extension Office.

Vicki Kellerman – EDC presented an impact statement for items coming up in 2008. The EDC’s Annual Meeting will be June 19th at 11:30a.m. at A to Z Occassions.

Paul Bunting – Jackson Office Supply discussed the need to purchase within the county. Mr. Bunting asked Council Members to discuss with departments the need to keep spending with local vendors.

Larry Meyer discussed the letter received from Matthew Bailey and his findings. Mr. Meyer moved to deny the overtime payment to Mr. Neuman, Mr. Hooten seconded and motion carries.

Bridgett Weber – Auditor request undisturbed funds from 2007 to purchase office furniture that was not purchased last year. Mrs. Weber asked for a lady and gentlemen’s agreement and she will advertise for the April Meeting.

Mr. Hooten to approve additional appropriations, Mrs. Hellmich seconded and motion carries.


Mrs. Hellmich moved to adjourn and Mr. Hooten seconded, meeting adjourned.

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Ernest J. Gauck, President

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