Sumner County Commission meeting notes: August 5 and August 6
Sumner Newscow report — The following are results for the Sumner County Commissioner meeting notes for Aug. 5 and Aug. 6:
August 5, 2019, 9 a.m.
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session in the Commission Room of the Sumner County Courthouse. Those present were Chairman Jim D. Newell, Commissioner Steve Warner and Commissioner John Cooney. Also present was County Clerk Debra.
The Commission reviewed and unanimously approved minutes of July 29 and 30. The Commission also reviewed and unanimously approved the minutes of an emergency meeting on August 2.
Insurance Clerk Jen Strickland provided a prepared agreement for Script Sourcing, a pharmaceutical benefit provided to the employees. After review and discussion, the Commission unanimously approved Chairman Newell to sign the agreement.
Assistant Maintenance Director Jimmy Thornton spoke with the Commission on issues concerning the chiller and generator. Discussion included replacement parts for the individual air handlers are becoming more scarce along with wiring issues for the generator. Assistant Director Thornton advised funds are available in the budget. The Commission advised the need for quotes for discussion.
County Appraiser Cindy Magill discussed the 2019 budget with the Commission.
Planning and Zoning Director Jon Bristor reported the passing of Daryl Yearout, a planning commission board member. A recommended replacement will be announced at a later date.
Community Corrections Director Brad Macy discussed the carryover budget with the Commission. Funds are received from services provided to the client, helping supplement the grant funding. After discussion, Chairman Newell was authorized to sign the budget report.
At 9:50 a.m., upon unanimous vote the Commission entered into executive session for 10 minutes with Community Corrections Director Brad Macy, discussing non-elected personnel. At 10 a.m., the Commission reconvened in open session.
Chairman Newell advised no binding action was taken as a result of the executive session.
Auditor Lonnie Cooper provided a management letter to the Commission, discussing the 2018 audit. Also present were County Treasurer Dannetta Cook, County Counselor Jack Potucek and Appraiser Magill. The report shows the responsibility and use of appropriate account policies.
Counselor Potucek provided general reviews and updates.
At 11:17 a.m., upon unanimous vote the Commission entered into executive session for 10 minutes with Counselor Potucek for an attorney-client privileged matter. Clerk Norris was asked to remain in the meeting. At 11:25 a.m., the Commission reconvened in open session. No binding action was taken as a result of the executive session.
The Commission reviewed and unanimously approved current year abatement orders in the amount of $1,298.28. There being no further business, the Board of County Commissioners adjourned at 11:34 a.m.
August 6, 2019, 9 a.m.
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session in the Commission Room of the Sumner County Courthouse. Those present were Chairman Jim D. Newell, Commissioner Steve Warner and Commissioner John Cooney. Also present was County Clerk Debra Norris. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Deputy County Clerk Diana Aufdengarten discussed changes with the prescription plan for employees.
At 9:30 a.m., upon unanimous vote the Commission entered into executive session for 30 minutes with County Counselor Jack Potucek for an attorney/client privileged matter. Dennis Smith and Tony Rangel of LK Architecture and Clerk Norris were also present. At 10 a.m., the executive session was extended for an additional 10 minutes. At 10:10 a.m., the Commission reconvened in open session. No binding action was taken as a result of the executive session.
Road and Bridge Director Melvin Matlock and Superintendent Doug Finch discussed departmental issues with the Commission.
There being no further business, the Board of County Commissioners adjourned at 11:03 a.m.
