Board Of Aldermen

Sweet Springs School Board approves salary increases (05/10/12)
After approving a step raise for faculty this year, the Sweet Springs Board of Education looked again at a base salary increase during a meeting Thursday, May 10. According to a report from Superintendent Donna Wright, the base bachelor's salary is $871 above the I-70 conference schools' average and $157 below the state average. Wright recommended a 2 percent raise across the board, which includes a step raise...

Marshall teachers to see salary increase, district expects small increase in state funding (Updated 5:10 p.m. April 25) (04/24/12)
During a Marshall Board of Education meeting April 10, the Community Teacher Association presented a proposal for an increase in teacher salaries.

Public Works generates decision on MVC utility request (02/28/12)
Two weeks ago, Missouri Valley College President Bonnie Humphrey along with several MVC officials, presented a proposed student center to members of the Board of Public Works. That morning, board members considered how they could assist the college in its $6.5 million project and Tuesday, Feb. 28, came to a decision...

Slater school hears funding update, looks to future gas line project (01/19/12)
Slater Schools is ahead in its funding from the state, according to interim Superintendent Carol Maher, and the district closed out its bonds for the early childhood center this past month. It hasn't yet received all of its local tax receipts for 2011, though, and is approximately $30,000 behind...

Resident continues to dispute past MMU decisions, multiple departments to seek (01/12/12)
A Marshall resident addressed the Board of Public Works Thursday morning after his request for an appeal was denied several months ago. The resident, Louis Rasse, and Marshall Municipal Utilities officials have disputed whether MMU properly followed policy in providing him information. ...

Future state funding predictions spell loss or gain at Slater Schools (12/19/11)
During the Board of Education's look at this month's financial report, Slater Schools Superintendent Carol Maher, PhD., indicated the payment from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education should arrive within the next few days, the typical time frame for that revenue.

Slater schools announces new superintendent (12/16/11)
Having posted an opening for the superintendent position just two months ago, Slater School District announced Friday morning the search has come to an end.

Slater Schools kick-starts search for new leadership (10/11/11)
More than 25 district employees attended an informal meeting Tuesday evening, Oct. 11, to discuss the characteristics they'd be looking for in a new Slater Schools superintendent. As the fall semester progresses, staff and board members alike seem eager to find someone permanent for the position. The open position will be posted Wednesday, Oct. 12...

Beginning of year items approved by Malta Bend School Board (07/13/11)
Moving into the 2011-2012 school year, the Malta Bend Board of Education approved several items during the board's first meeting with Superintendent Charles Marcum.

Slater Schools works toward increasing savings, student attendance (06/21/11)
A projected decrease of $140,000 in state funding for Slater schools has the district tightening its belt. However, Superintendent Carol Maher feels confident that the district would increase its total savings in the next two years. The Fund Balance gradually decreased from 38 percent to 13 percent since 2005. That trend, though, is largely attributed to the economic downturn, and the fund should sit close to 17 percent for 2011...

Saline County Commission discusses BOE, flooding (06/15/11)
The County Commission scheduled days for Board of Equalization reviews at their regular meeting on Wednesday, June 15. The reviews will occur on July 12 and 14. County Clerk Debbie Russell has already received phone calls from residents regarding taxes. If residents are still unsatisfied after the hearings, they may plead to the state...

Malta Bend acquires new board member, books and network server to come (06/08/11)
Administrative changes in Malta Bend schools were a brief part of their regular meeting Wednesday evening, June 8.

Malta Bend school board position open, district approves new hires and calendar (05/11/11)

Slater schools discuss budget considerations (04/19/11)

Slater Board of Education approves personnel changes at special meeting (04/15/11)
Meeting in executive session Monday evening, April 11, for legal and personnel issues, the Slater Board of Education accepted resignations as well as approved the "reduction in force" for another staff member. The board accepted the resignations of elementary teachers Frank Guthrie and Amanda Wilson...

Slater school board reorganizers, approves interim superintendent (04/11/11)
The Slater Board of Education reorganized during a special meeting Monday, April 11, after Election Day produced two new board members. Incumbent Jodi Fuemmeler rejoins the board for a three-year term along with new members Jayme Young-England and Brenda Guthrie, who were sworn in Monday evening...

Slater childhood center near completion, board adjusts responsibilities (04/04/11)
Things are still moving forward with the Early Childhood Center in Slater and the board set a preliminary goal of April 22 to finish several projects before it can be licensed. During the board's meeting Monday, April 4, Preschool teacher Becky Drummond said an early walk-through produced several tasks that need to be completed. ...

Malta Bend schools host candidate forum (04/01/11)
A candidate forum was held Thursday evening, March 31, at Malta Bend schools. The forum was organized by the CTA and moderated by CTA President Lisa Bakert. Five school board candidates -- Giles Kiser, Everett O'Donnell, Diane Ortzian, incumbent Jackie Plattner and incumbent Mindy Rigby (in alphabetical order) -- were invited to participate, and each accepted, O'Donnell being the only candidate absent as he was in Oklahoma for National Guard training. His written responses were read aloud...

Malta Bend school board approves staff changes, selects new superintendent (03/30/11)
Several recent meetings of the Malta Bend Board of Education produced administrative and faculty changes for the upcoming school year. The board has recently held two special meetings, producing actions that include hiring a new superintendent. Charles Marcum was hired for the superintendent/principal position for the 2011-2012 school year, according to minutes from the March 23 meeting. The motion passed by a 6-0 vote...

Committee provides proposals for Malta Bend teachers (03/09/11)

Principal and teacher evaluations discussed during Slater closed session (02/21/11)
A closed session held Thursday, Feb. 17, produced a few new votes for the Slater Board of Education. Superintendent John McEachern presented evaluations for both building principals, Jamie Goodman and Sarah Marriott. Board members approved the evaluations in addition to approving two-year contracts for each principal...

Slater Schools approves bond refinance, hears support for superintendent's progress (02/17/11)

Malta Bend votes on superintendent's contract (02/11/11)
The Malta Bend School District went into closed session Wednesday evening, Feb.9, to discuss student and personnel matters and Superintendent Melissa Vesser stated the board voted on only one thing that she knows of -- her contract. "There was no major dispute or issue," Vesser said of the board not renewing her contract...

Slow genealogy traffic originates new library hours (02/09/11)
Winter is often a slow time for businesses and Marshall Public Library is no exception. During the board meeting held Tuesday, Feb. 8, Director Amy Crump told board members that the genealogy staff has been reporting few visitors this winter. A proposal to adopt Winter Hours for the Maggie Duggins Genealogy Room was discussed...

Contract not renewed for Slater Schools official: Bond options discussed (01/31/11)

Ballot approved by Malta Bend Schools (01/24/11)
Five candidates have filed for the Malta Bend Board of Education election for which three seats will be filled. Candidates are -Everett O'Donnell Sr. -Diane Ortzian -Jacquelyn Plattner -Mindy Rigby -Giles Kiser The district approved the ballot during its meeting held Monday, Jan. 24. Each school board member serves a three-year term...

Slater schools approve election ballot (01/18/11)

Two candidates may fill library board vacancies in February (01/11/11)

Copper wire taken from childhood center not a setback for construction (01/07/11)
Approximately 300 feet of copper wire was stolen from the construction site of Slater' Early Education Center. Superintendent John McEachern updated Slater School Board members on the progress during their meeting Friday, Jan.7, McEachern, and said that electricians will not run wiring until the building is secured...

Slater schools receive anonymous donation (12/21/10)
An anonymous donor contributed $200 to the Early Childhood Center in Slater, of which roughly one-third of the construction is finished. During the board of education's meeting Tuesday, Dec. 21, members expressed their appreciation for the gift. The district's design professional, Rob Rollings, said a good rule of thumb is when the building looks complete from the outside, they would be approximately 50 percent complete...

Slater adds three employees to school staff (12/20/10)
A special meeting held Thursday, Dec. 16, prompted the Slater Board of Education to hire three new staff members. Gil Stephens will be the new part-time instrumental music instructor, as Larry Glavin's last day is next Wednesday, Dec. 22. Dawn Plummer will take over as an elementary teacher. She fills Kara Brown's position after Brown relocates mid-term. Additionally, Frank Davis was hired as the school custodian...

Malta Bend working to make building and educational improvements (12/15/10)

Slater Schools reimbursed for lightning damage (12/03/10)
A $13,000 check made its way to Slater School District recently. Superintendent John McEachern told school board members Friday, Dec. 3, that the district's insurance company covered the full amount for damages done to the Alexander building from a lightning strike that occured this past October...

Board of Public Works approves change in utility rates (11/30/10)
Though residents will soon see a decrease in electric rates, approximately $2.60 per month, water and waste water rates will increase and nearly offset the balance. In their meeting Tuesday, Nov. 30, Board of Public Works members re-examined the proposed changes to utility rates and approved the following: an eight percent increase in water rates, an increase in waste water rates by $2.66 per month and a decrease in electric rates by $2.60 per month...

Slater schools report election dates (11/18/10)

Parents seek to understand MAP testing focus in Malta Bend (updated Thursday, Nov. 11, at 11:24 a.m.) (11/10/10)

Slater schools gear up for Red Ribbon Week (10/19/10)

Special meeting leads to resignation (09/29/10)
During a special and closed meeting Tuesday, Sept. 29, the City of Sweet Springs discussed legal and personnel matters -- particularly, Brandon Foose's position as Water and Wastewater Superintendent. The Saline County Prosecuting Attorney's Office filed child molestation charges against Foose Wednesday, Sept. 22...

Sweet Springs students have full fall schedule (09/16/10)

Slater childhood center design trimmed (08/24/10)

Slater informs public of tax levy (08/17/10)

Public works separates in Sweet Springs (08/16/10)

New education complex ready for students (08/09/10)
Floorboards may line the hallway and doors are awaiting glass installation, but the new education complex in Sweet Springs is ready for business. School Board members took a complete tour before their meeting Monday, Aug. 9, filling classrooms with anticipation and a sense of achievement...

Slater School Board seeks money saving options (08/05/10)
Slater Board of Education studied building plans and numbers for two-and-a-half hours at a special meeting Thursday, August 5. Board members sat down with Jeff Vanderpool, senior project manager for Rothwell Construction, and Rob Rollings, the board's design professional, who produced an itemized checklist of possible money-saving techniques...

Elementary school going once, going twice (07/28/10)
It's final. Armored Outreach Ministries will be the new owner of the Sweet Springs elementary school building. A representative of the organization met with the school board Wednesday, July 28, to discuss the sale. "I have worked with six different realtors," said Sharon Knight, realtor for the school district. "This (organization) is the interested buyer we have now. It's up to the board."...

School board narrows focus on contractors (07/23/10)
Slater Board of Education called a special meeting today Friday, July 23, to discuss progress on the Early Childhood Center. Monday, July 19, brought in three contractors with tempting bids. Ultimately, one of the three companies cancelled its bid, leaving two from Monday to work with...

Bids give school board pause (07/19/10)
Bids for the Early Childhood Center were slightly out of reach for the Slater Board of Education. Monday, July 19, the board opened bidding at 2 p.m. and discussed propositions at its meeting that evening. The lowest three bids came in at $1.4 million, $1.44 million and $1.4955 million and left board members with food-for-thought...

Sweet Springs indecisive about Air Evac partnership (07/13/10)
Jerry Kirchhoff, program director of the Air Evac base in Sedalia, addressed the board Monday, July 12, regarding a utility plan that had previously been submitted to the city. The organization partners with "several agencies, associations and groups across the state" to offer discounts and benefits for families and individuals in its member base. ...

Patrol car puts Sweet Springs Board of Aldermen in stalemate (07/12/10)
In its meeting Monday, July 12, the Board of Aldermen were cautious with proceeding. The police department received a bid from OMB Express for a patrol car that would cost $2500 to keep in running condition. OMB offered $1200 worth of credit in exchange for the vehicle, which could be used for the department to purchase merchandise. Already, a main computer at the department is down, requiring the hard drive to be transferred into another machine...

Sweet Springs School Board is eager for new building (07/09/10)
There was nothing timid about it -- the Sweet Springs Board of Education is moving the sale process forward for the old elementary school building. In their meeting Friday, July 9, board members approved a motion to advertise sale of the building at 105 E Main Street pending the completion of the realtor's work...

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