Cloud County board of commissioners Monday approved three 2012 contracts for the Cloud County Health Department presented by Diana Gering, Health administrator.
These included a contract of employment with Justin M. Poore, D.O., as Cloud County Health Officer at a rate of $252 per month; a contract with Christine Roger, RDLD, for Dietary Consultation Services at a rate of $45 per hour; and a contract with Doug Funk, pharmacist for the Health Department at a rate of $35 per hour.
In other business, Andy Asch, highway administrator, reported he has been working with FEMA to finalize the figures for reimbursement for the 2011 flood damage.
Cost of repairs from the flood damage was $164,937.58 and Cloud County should be reimbursed approximately $140,196.95 from FEMA.
ASCH discussed the new requirements for traffic signs that need to be implemented by 2014 and reminded the board about the “Dig Safe” meeting to be held Monday evening at the American Legion Hall.
Sheriff Brian Marks reported the boiler at the Law Enforcement Center had gone out early Friday morning and the building was without heat and hot water for the entire day. Repairs were finally completed Friday evening.
Lisa Davies, district sanitarian, introduced Donnie Wolfe as the new sanitarian for this area. Wolfe replaces Gary May, who has retired.
Commissioners approved a classification change for Janice Vignery from clerk to paralegal clerk II because of an increased responsibility, with a wage change from $11.10 per hour to $12.60 per hour.
In other matters the board
—approved department payrolls totaling $124,443.92.
—visited with Everett Ford about the proposed jail project.
—approved sending notice to the Lincoln Township Board regarding the Cereal Malt Beverage License Application received for the Rock Quarry, LLC.
—made a call to Joe Norton with Gilmore and Bell.
—discussed criteria for applying for wind farm money with Richard Schultz.
Adjournment was at 12:30 p.m.