Cass Politics

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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.

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 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.

County Approves Ordinance Addressing Dangerous Buildings

J.T. | November 5, 2009

The Cass County Commission has been trying to find a way to cope with buildings and structures throughout the county that have been damaged by fire, wind, or have become so dilapidated, decayed, unsafe, or unsanitary that they are unfit for human habitation.

Results of Garden City Audit

J.T. | October 25, 2009

The Missouri State Auditor has released the results of an audit of the Garden City Municipal Court. Its findings stated the municipal division’s controls, records and procedures need improvement.

It Must be Primary Season

J.T. | October 14, 2009

For political junkies in Cass County, things are finally starting to heat up in the 4th District race. Republican candidates Vicky Hartzler and Bill Stouffer have begun attacking each other and Democrat incumbent Ike Skelton.

County Commission Had a Busy Week

J.T. | October 11, 2009

The Cass County Commission continues to make pro-active decisions in the final months of 2009. This week’s meeting was full of activity.

One of the first items on this week’s agenda was to address a bridge issue with 315th Street. Commissioner Bill Cook made a motion to approve and authorize Presiding Commissioner Mallory to sign construction engineering agreement with Cook, Flatt & Strobel for 315th street bridge project.

County Makes Major Shift in Economic Development Efforts

J.T. | October 10, 2009

The Cass County Commission has been working to develop a strategy for economic development in the county. The results have brought forth changes in the Cass County Corporation of Economic Development, a new policy stance on Economic Development, and a more unified effort among various municipalities and government entities.

12 Miles of Road Improvements in Harrisonville

J.T. | October 1, 2009

Twelve miles of street improvements are either underway, have been completed or are planned for 2009 through the combined efforts of the City of Harrisonville, MoDot and the federal government.