Cass Politics

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Extension of Sales Tax on April 6 Ballot

J.T. | March 27, 2010

On April 6, voters will decide whether or not to extend the 1/4 cent sales tax on roads through 2026.

Peculiar Enters New Water Purchase Agreement

J.T. | March 27, 2010

On March 16 the Peculiar Board of Alderman voted unanimously to enter into a new Water Purchase Agreement with Public Water Supply District No. 2 of Cass County.
From a City of Peculiar Press Release:
Appearing at the Board of Alderman meeting to answer questions about the new Agreement was David Shrout, the District’s Manager.  Mr. Shrout [...]

County Road Assessment

J.T. | February 8, 2010

Cass County is confronted with three major challenges in which to perform the proper maintenance of roads. Those three are to construct and maintain a proper drainage system for roads. Apply gravel and maintain 748 miles of gravel roads. And, rebuild, upgrade and maintain the over 200 miles of asphalt and chip and seal roads.

2010 County Budget Set

J.T. | January 28, 2010

Cass County Commissioners finalized 2010 budget plans this past month looking at facts and worked diligently with office holders across party lines to balance the budget and yet continue to provide quality services to citizens.

County Appoints Representatives to Workforce Investment Board

J.T. | December 19, 2009

The County Commission has appointed four representatives to the “Kansas City and Vicinity Workforce Investment Board.”

County Restores Circuit Courtroom

J.T. | December 3, 2009

The Cass County Commission is announcing a dedication ceremony for the newly restored Circuit Courtroom at the historical courthouse on the Harrisonville Square.

Raymore Relaxes Firearms Restrictions

J.T. | November 30, 2009

The Raymore City Council passed the first reading of 2 Bills that would loosen restrictions on firearms and allow qualified city council members to carry concealed weapons into meetings.

County Helps Recycle 59 Tons of Waste

J.T. | November 20, 2009

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources applauds the partnership of the Mid-America Regional Council, or MARC, Solid Waste Management District and the Cass County Sustainability Committee, which has resulted in a county-wide recycling program that has diverted more than 59 tons of solid waste from Missouri’s landfills between March 1 and Sept. 30 of this year.

County Says ‘No’ to Salary Increase

J.T. | November 10, 2009

The new salary commission of 2009 discussed the economy, revenue projections, and policy surrounding salaries. They commission voted not to raise the salaries of elected positions.

Pleasant Hill Gets Tough on Leaves

J.T. | November 10, 2009

Pleasant Hill residents who have “yard waste” on the street now face fines of up to $500 and 60 days in jail due to the passing of an amended ordinance recently.