| The Calhoun Commission continued local relief efforts to the Upper West Fork section of Calhoun, following a flash flood which struck the area.
OES Director Bill Stemple said the flooding did not cross the threshold for receiving disaster relief.
The commission has approved $2,500 to help replace appliances at Upper West Fork Park community building, about $2,500 for a dumpster and trash dumping, and about $1,000 to Upper West Fork VFD to assist other community relief efforts.
The American Red Cross issued $5,000 in vouchers to individuals in the area who received damage, and numerous other local individuals and groups have participated in assisting those who received damage.
The commission also passed a motion to give any further cash contributions they receive to the Upper West Fork area.
There was a review of progress at Wayne Underwood Field, which includes water, electric and sewage upgrades. They approved a $500 draw-down account to help fix rest rooms at the field, acknowledged the construction and paving of the walking trail, and obtained an update on the construction of two picnic shelters on the field.
The commission is looking at developing a management plan for the use of the field.
- Approved an E-911 addressing system recommended by the state's 911 agency.
- Report given on commission's trip to Mississippi, delivery of food, supplies and money donated by Calhoun residents.
- Carrie Brainard of the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department advised they will begin the enforcement of new non-smoking regulations starting October 1.
- Voted to establish Log Cabin Lane as an official location.
- Approved a $5 fee on traffic violations to effect a Teen Court in Calhoun County.
- Commissioner Larry McCallister said he was advised by State Senator Kessler that the Mt. Zion Community Park would be receiving an $8,000 grant.
- State Auditor Deborah Combs gave a report on the county's annual audit, saying there were no major problems regarding funds, giving a number of good management recommendations.
- Clerk Richard Kirby said work was being done on the installation of a new heating and cooling system in the old jail building, using grant money. Also a $12,000 Courthouse Security Grant is adding an extra camera and monitor in the courthouse and replacing the current key locks on doors with computer card operated locks.
- Upon the recommendation of 911 Director Dave Johnson, a request by the WV State Police to have the 911 center answer call-forwarded calls from their business office, was denied, based on further review.
- The commission voted to apply for new cards to obtain surplus property from the State of WV.
- Increased stipend by $100 for the expenses of 911 Director.
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