Grant County Commissioners met December 16, with a full agenda that included employee wages, facility improvements, public safety updates, and multiple executive sessions.
One of the first items discussed was a proposed 3 percent wage increase for county employees. Darrin Figgins asked whether the increase would apply to new hires, which Anita Lane confirmed it would. Lane also suggested the board consider applying the increase to contract help. Commissioner John Martin noted the increase was necessary as a cost-of-living adjustment. A motion was made, seconded, and approved.
Kristi Anderson later discussed amendments t o the lease agreement with the Bank of Ulysses, which would adjust dates and payment amounts. Final approval will require county signoff, though the expense would be paid on behalf of the Recreation Department. Additional details were provided by Lane, and commissioners discussed the specifics of the agreement.
Luke Grimes from the City of Ulysses was present to discuss an ordinance regarding older trailer houses. Commissioners talked about the possibility of the city and county working together on the code moving forward.
Fire Chief John Crosby requested approval to purchase equipment using Fire Fund money, the motion was made not to exceed $400,000, which the commissioners approved. Crosby also reported that the department recently responded to a gas leak at Family Dollar.
County Treasurer Terri Trotman announced her office planned to close at 2 p.m. on December 24th, but after discussion, commissioners decided the office would remain open until 5 p.m. Lane also asked how the board wanted to handle jobs called in for building issues, with consensus reached to use the County Building Fund unless bids are required.
Several expenditures were approved, including $148.27 to repair the Extension Office fence and a $10,500 bid from Weber’s for an air conditioning system. Commissioner John Martin motioned for the payment of bills, which was approved. The previously approved wage increases were also applied to elected county officials working in county offices.
Jeff Baier requested an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel. Commissioners also discussed ongoing issues contacting Verizon regarding payment matters.
Airport-related items were addressed as well, with Sheila Brown discussing how closely to work with existing borders and boundaries. An executive session was held regarding the potential sale of airport real estate, though no action was taken.
Brown also provided updates related to Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital. Commissioners approved the selection of a law firm for the Hosptital’s retirement fund and discussed the
status and possible timing of website upgrades. A second, five-minute executive session regarding real estate was held, again with no action taken.
Register of Deeds Julie Widder requested approval to add credit card processing capabilities at her office, which the board approved. Lane also raised building maintenance matters, and commissioners approved payment of $4,779.56 in membership dues to the KOPC Group from commission funds.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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