The Decatur County Board of Commissioners
March 11, 2008
Ted Snell noted that with oil prices so high, it is costing our citizens $1,000 to $1,500 per family.
He stated it is time to do something. He asked Commissioners to contact our Washington Legislators. He asked pressure is needed to drill for oil in the 4 states where it is not allowed, Florida, California, Oregon and Washington. He stated we need to find oil on our own continent. He stated Congress is doing nothing to stem this problem.
Dr Craig Burnside resigned from the Solid Waste Advisory Board stating he is relocating to Texas. He reviewed the last 2 years saying it began within a very "contentious" and untrusting atmosphere. Dr Burnside stated because of the Committee, County Government and the hired engineer, solid waste is in good shape today. Commissioners praised his work with the Committee.
New Business:
Approved Bids and Award Contract for Sheriff Dept. Vehicles
Sheriff Griffin stated the budget includes $264,000 for 8 vehicles but that they have been able to extend the life of some of their vehicles. He stated they try to run their vehicles for 175,000 miles and for 5 years.
Sheriff Griffin praised the County maintenance department for their great work and stated they have been able to reduce the need to $186,000 for 6 vehicles. Commissioners approved 5 patrol vehicles and 1 van for the Jail saying that the present van has over 190,000 miles.
Consider Approval of Bid and Award Contract for
Dozer for Road Department
Approved to Purchase two Chassis for
Fire Department
Approved Budget Amendments
Executive Session - Personnel Matters
Larry Carroll appointed to the Tax Assessor Board
Community Action Council- No Candidates
Recommendations the Hospital Board
(4 Yes Votes with Gary Phillips abstaining)
The Hospital Board must choose one to serve, see controversy here.
Dr. Charles Walker
Dr. Frank Flowers
Dr. Charles Stafford
