NEWS RELEASE
The Board of
He also updated the Board on state and federal issues concerning IRS information kept in some client’s files. His staff is in the process of attending training to understand and implement internal controls to keep these files secure.
Finally, he discussed his department’s indirect cost payment percentage, which has fluctuated in recent months. He will keep Sherry Carnahan, Deputy Clerk-Fiscal, informed of any changes.
9:30 a.m. General Session Commissioners approved and signed various resolutions, contracts and documents, approved several travel requests, reviewed the agenda items and the calendar of events, discussed upcoming meetings and updated information for the calendar of events.
On behalf of the Board, Commissioner Nicely signed the
Notice of Award, Notice to Proceed, Notice of Commencement and the contract
books for the
With the new sewage laws and regulations, and knowing that there are multiple sewage problem issues in Defiance County, Kim requested the Board’s support in forming an advisory committee to obtain input from all concerned parties such as: government, homeowners, contractors, septic haulers, realtors, planning, Soil and Water, and OSU Extension. The success or failure of a management program depends significantly on public acceptance and political support, adequate funding, capable and trained technical and field staff and clear, concise legal authority, regulations and enforcement mechanisms.
The Board asked Kim to put a list of prospective committee members for the Board’s review before approving the committee. Russ will check the legal aspect of wastewater treatment/septic systems and/or setting up treatment districts.
Mr. Overmier discussed the programmable doors for the facility. Some of the entrance doors will be programmed to unlock and lock at specific hours, but need a card to unlock them during off hours.
Remodeling is still progressing well, but contractors are a little behind their schedule.
He also reviewed the proposed renovations to the metal maintenance buildings at DCE. Jerry is in the process of preparing an estimate for the work.
Approved for news release: _____________________________
Otto L. Nicely, Commissioner