Slater City Council

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...

Discussion panel gives Slater seniors "reality check" (12/30/11)
"Don't let your friends decide where you're going." That was an overwhelming suggestion recent Slater High School graduates shared with current seniors Wednesday, Dec. 21, as they gave a "heads up" on what to expect after graduation. A forum of nine alumni gave their input on paying bills, working and juggling coursework while seniors entering their spring semester at SHS prepare for the unknown...

Collapsing Marshall building weighs heavily on council meeting (Updated at 10:50 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20) (12/19/11)
The building located at 262 W. Arrow St. in Marshall is a major cause for concern, according to Jason Beerman who's business is directly connected to the structure.

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 Council votes to contribute to county plan (12/06/11)
Slater City Council voted to participate in a county-economic plan through Zimmer Real Estate Services and Marshall-Saline Development Corporation at the regular city council meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 6. Since August, MSDC Director Bill Riggins has attempted to rally support throughout the county for an economic plan. Once contracted, Zimmer will complete a nine-month study on Saline County, which will ideally attract new businesses to the area...

Slater animal debate continues (12/05/11)
Slater City Council hosted a second animal ordinance hearing on Dec. 5. A crowd of roughly 20 gathered at City Hall to voice concerns pertaining to the proposed animal ordinance. Slater Mayor Stephen Allegri reminded residents that no final decisions have been made nor would any decisions be made that evening...

VIDEO: Slater residents express concerns about animal ordinance (11/15/11)
Slater residents unleashed their pet concerns at a hearing on Monday, Nov. 7. For the past several weeks, Slater citizens have reviewed pending animal laws. The new ordinance addresses dangerous dogs, feeding stray cats, higher registration fees for non-neutered animals as well as a variety of other issues. Roughly 30 residents of all opinions brought anecdotes, complaints and concerns to the city council Monday evening...

City to welcome public comments on county development plan Monday (11/04/11)
Marshall City Council members have a scheduled meeting Monday, Nov. 7. Although nothing on the agenda is uncharacteristic of a regular meeting, council members have invited the public to share opinions on the proposed development plan between MSDC and Zimmer Real Estate Service...

Slater City Council anticipates pending pet ordinance (11/01/11)
Slater Mayor Stephen Allegri reminded council members of the upcoming animal ordinance hearing at the regular Nov. 1 city council meeting. The pending ordinance addresses a variety of animal related issues such as the feeding of stray cats, how many pets a Slater resident may own and regulations for dangerous dog. ...

Marshall Council invites public input on economic development plan process (10/19/11)
The Marshall City Council will hear public comments regarding a proposed county economic development plan at the next city council meeting on Nov. 7 at 5:15 p.m. Marshall-Saline Development Corporation Executive Director Bill Riggins has procured private investors to partially fund the plan to be developed by Zimmer Real Estate Service...

Slater approves infiltration law, schedules animal ordinance hearing (10/18/11)
Slater officials may order inspections of private residents and businesses due to an ordinance passed at the regular council meeting on Oct. 18. City Attorney Pat Cronan said with the new ordinance inspections become a condition of the service. The new law will ideally combat infiltration problems. If city officials suspect a residence or business may contribute to infiltration issues, the city may order an inspection with 24 hours notice...

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...

Numbers begin seasonal decline for Marshall airport, waste collection (10/03/11)
Marshall City Council members had little new business to discuss during their regular meeting Monday, Oct. 3. However, several committee reports reflected declining numbers, which seemed normal for the month of September. There were 410 total aircrafts through Marshall Municipal Airport in September, down from 584 in August and 1,650 this past July. ...

Local bands, top rapper rock Slater at festival Friday (10/03/11)
The team of Tech N9ne trucks rolled into Slater and parked behind the football field, Friday afternoon. The nationally known rapper came to Slater equipped with a slew of his own security, and semi trucks sporting his face and advertising his latest album. ...

New regime crowned at Slater Fall Festival (09/26/11)
The City of Slater crowned Remington Durhan and Tyler Fizer Little Miss and Mister Slater on Friday, Sept. 23, at the Slater Fall Festival. The crowd greeted the new regime with cheers as the duo received crowns and flowers to honor the occasion.

Slater City Council discusses pet regulations, vacant lots (09/20/11)
Slater City Council plans to have their pet laws fixed. At the regular city council meeting on Sept. 20, Mayor Stephen Allegri introduced an upcoming ordinance, which will regulate a variety of pet issues. "It's a good, fair thing for the benefit of the animals as well as the public," Allegri said. "...This is to promote responsible ownership."...

Slater City Council discusses sewer rate, sets tax rate (09/06/11)
Slater residents may see a spike in sewer rates for the first time in 19 years. At the regular city council meeting on Sept. 6, City Administrator Gene Griffith, Councilman Harry Lightfoot and Councilman Terry Jordan reviewed the research they had done on the city's sewer rates. The group recommended a roughly $7 increase per household...

InterAgency Council discusses Planet Aid, upcoming events (08/23/11)
Lighthouse Director Debbie Wallace advocated for the removal of the Planet Aid boxes at the InterAgency Council meeting on Aug. 23. The yellow clothing donation bins began appearing in Saline County roughly a month ago. Wallace reiterated Planet Aid has undergone several media investigations and reminded council members this "scam" takes away from organizations dedicated to helping local people...

Slater City Council discusses leaks, liquor licenses (08/16/11)
The Slater City Council discussed a variety of topics at a brief council meeting on Aug. 16. Slater Mayor Stephen Allegri appointed Councilmen Harry Lightfoot and Terry Jordan to improve sewer rates. "If the council has any ideas, you need to give Harry or Terry your input," Allegri said...

City of Festivals approves Rock Fest in the Park and Tech N9ne, reviews audit (08/02/11)
The semi reluctant Slater City Council agreed to host Rock Fest in the Park and Tech N9ne at the Slater football field on Friday, Sept. 30. Rock Fest has been held at Slater Lake for the past seven years and typically houses more than 400 guests. Tech N9ne will be one of eight bands performing...

Slater City Council discusses roadwork, festivals (07/19/11)
The Slater City Council discussed street repairs and festivals at their regular meeting on July 19. Mayor Stephen Allegri announced American Legion took the city up on the sidewalk reimbursement program. This programs allows residents to be reimbursed $4 per foot once the sidewalk is completed...

After 3 1/2 months, Slater clinic and basketball court have Grand Opening (07/02/11)
After 30 years the dream has become a reality, Mayor Stephen Allegri said of the Akeman-McBurney Medical Clinic in Slater. The community gathered Saturday morning, July 2, for the grand opening, and dedication ceremonies. "We feel blessed to be able to work with the people of Slater and surrounding areas," said Ron Ott, president and CEO of Fitzgibbon Hospital...

Big bikers, bigger hearts (06/29/11)
The unlikely guardian's black-inked tattoo, gruff appearance and crass language make him seem dangerous, and the thunderous roar of his bike is surely off-putting. The biker poses a threat, but that's the point. As a member of Bikers Against Child Abuse, he fends off perpetrators of abused children, and he works to empower kids living in fear of violence. ...

Tornado-blown portrait found in Gilliam (06/22/11)
A blue-eyed woman in an evening gown stares up from the torn portrait found in the front yard of Margaret Pond's home in rural Gilliam. The Ponds found the picture Memorial Day weekend, shortly after the tornado hit Sedalia. But with twister debris flying around state, this photo could have come from as far as Joplin or as close as Slater...

Slater City Council extends firework privileges, discusses flood precautions (06/21/11)
The Slater City Council extended firework privileges at their regular meeting on June 21. Mayor Stephen Allegri stressed Slater is one of few towns that allows residents to shoot fireworks on the Fourth of July. This year he suggested the city extend its firework hours to Sunday so those who have to work the day after the Fourth of July could celebrate too...

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...

Slater welcomes Fire Cracker Classic (06/07/11)
The "city of festivals" welcomed another event to their calendar at the Salter City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 7 at 7 p.m. Brandon Adcock and several members of the Freedom of Road Riders approached the council to request use of the high school football field for the Fire Cracker Classic. The event was scheduled July 8 and 9 at Stump Island Park in Glasgow but will need to be moved to higher ground due to expected flooding...

'Twisted Twister' event to benefit Missouri tornado victims (06/03/11)
Several Marshall organizations are putting a twist on relief for Missouri tornado victims. The Red Cross has requested cash donations, and the Lighthouse Shelter, Salt Fork YMCA, Marshall Public Library and Missouri Valley Community Action Agency hope to raise a sizable sum at Twisted Twister on June 11, at 6:30 p.m...

Slater seniors honored during Sunday commencement ceremony (05/15/11)

InterAgency member organizations provide brief updates (04/26/11)
Both Tom Sampson, of Vocational Rehabilitation, and Kathy Green, of Wellness Adult Day Health Care Center, presented InterAgency Council members with information on the services each organization provides. Vocational Rehab is a state agency, Sampson said, and his goal is to get people back in the work force. Sampson primarily has 60 days to determine a participant's eligibility. He then assesses their potential and offers two predominant services: direct job placement and training...

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

Marshall officials take Oath of Office (04/18/11)
It was standing room only during the Marshall City Council meeting Monday evening, April 18, as many came to witness city officials taking the Oath of Office. Mayor Mark Gooden, City Attorney Lin Alexander, Municipal Court Judge Edward McInteer, City Treasurer Diane Green, and council members Barbara Utlaut, Gabe Ramsey, Sam Moten, and Tom Hagedorn, who now represents Ward IV, were sworn after the city certified election results...

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...

Marshall council approves police personnel promotions, discusses committee reports (04/04/11)

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. ...

Marshall resident commends emergency responders, city council authorizes several contracts (03/21/11)
Marshall resident David Kemm addressed the city council, Monday, March 21, to commend the efforts of the Marshall Fire and police departments. A fire was reported at Deer Creek Apartments shortly after 4 p.m. Monday and was put out at roughly 4:30 p.m...

Upcoming Craft and Art Festival packed with vendors, supports local arts (03/21/11)
It seemed so far away, then, suddenly, March arrived. Marshall Cultural Council's first annual Craft and Art Festival is coming together and the all-day event is scheduled Saturday, March 26. The festival boasts 60 vendors and MCC is still taking calls on a standby basis, according to Vice President Kathy Green. If another eight to 10 vendors would like to sign up, Green said another section could possibly open up...

Show and tell takes creepy turn at Slater school (03/18/11)
All questions of sanity and fear were watered down and silent after students of Slater Schools saw Chris Audsley confidently handle a tarantula. Audsley recently brought a collection for his son's Show and Tell presentation. The arachnids were such a hit, he came back for an encore presentation Wednesday, March 16...

Slater clinic opens for business (03/18/11)
The Akeman-McBurney Medical Clinic in Slater is now open for business. Opening day was Monday, March 14, and many have already come through the doors. Fitzgibbon Hospital's Clinic Manager Bob Mahoney says they're honored to be a part of the community...

Brick wall becomes sidewalk obstacle in Slater, public hearing for annexation set (03/15/11)

No injuries reported in recent Slater house fire (03/15/11)
A house fire in Slater Monday afternoon didn't result in any injuries, according to Fire Chief Chuck Weiher. An abandoned home on Short Street caught fire shortly before 5 p.m. Monday, March 14. It apparently originated in the kitchen and Weiher stated that although the home was vacant, the building still had running electricity. The cause of the fire is not yet known...

Marshall's first Mardi Gras parade travels the square (03/09/11)
Marshall residents came together in observance of Fat Tuesday March 8 for Marshall's first annual Mardi Gras celebration. Marshall Cultural Council, an organization dedicated to supporting cultural events, art and music in Marshall, hosted the event...

City accepts two landscaping bids, tries to improve transportation for Municipal Band performances (03/07/11)
The City of Marshall approved two groundskeeping bids during its meeting Monday, March 7.

Slater Childhood Center near completion, moving toward licensure (03/04/11)
The Early Childhood Center at Slater Public Schools has an anticipated finish date of April 1, which puts the project 20 days ahead of schedule. Siding is currently going up, Superintendent John McEachern said during the board's meeting Friday, March 4. The brick work is completed and painters are working on the interior...

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)

Slater appoints council member, plans to meet with FEMA (02/15/11)
The newest council member for the City of Slater was appointed Tuesday evening, Feb. 15, during the council's regular meeting. Delores Reeves was sworn in mid-meeting and joined her fellow council members in discussing the city's new business. Reeves' appointment comes after Ruby Romine was killed March 3 in a traffic accident, and she was a little hesitant to accept the seat...

City official sacrificed salary, Marshall approves P & Z board members (Update 12:55 p.m. Feb. 10) (02/10/11)
The City of Marshall authorized a contract with Connie Latimer for employment as the City Administrator during the council's meeting Monday, Feb. 7. The contract, introduced by Council Member Dan Brandt of the Personnel Committee, comes after an announcement that Latimer served the city without pay this past year. ...

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