01 07 2025 Commission Meeting

The Franklin County, Missouri Commission held a meeting on January 7, 2025, where several procurement and budget-related items were addressed. The commission approved the vacation of a subdivision road and authorized an agreement for dispatching services for law enforcement with the city of New Haven. They also established the 2025 per diem and travel reimbursement rates based on federal guidelines. A significant budget allocation was approved, awarding $451,953.90 from special road and bridge funds to the city of Pacific, Missouri. Additionally, the commission approved the consent agenda and discussed ongoing road maintenance efforts, including the purchase of additional salt and the acquisition of new dump trucks equipped with plows and spreaders to improve snow removal operations. Reports from emergency management and road departments highlighted coordination during recent severe weather events and ongoing infrastructure maintenance efforts.