From the Garden City Police Department

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you that Garden City Police Department Volunteer George Cox has passed away after a long battle with cancer. George was a good man, dedicated to always helping others, and I am sure you feel his loss as much as we do. 

The Garden City Police Department Officers, Staff and Volunteers extend their sincere condolences to George’s family, friends. 

George joined the GCMOPD Volunteers In Police Service Program in 2009 and volunteered countless hours assisting in codes enforcement and station maintenance. 

George is also the recipient of the Bronze Presidential Volunteer Service Award for his service to Garden City

Wet Week Has Begun

The rain has begun. Some areas have already seen 1-2 inches, and more is on the way. Expect rain to continue through the day, with most areas getting 1/4 to 1/2 inch and some areas seeing an additional 1-2 inches.

This is just round 1 of several rounds of rain this week.

REVISED- Proposed Miami gym prompts questions

No shortage of confusion when it comes to taxation. We mistakenly made reference to percentages previously...to simplify, we are using real dollar values for the sake of explanation.  

As the new gymnasium for Miami R-1 schools was voted down last month...it will again appear on the November ballot as proponents make another attempt at getting the project passed by voters.

In a nutshell, the proposed tax increase to patrons is an additional 41 cents per $100 valuation for 15 years.

Naturally, many are wondering exactly how this increase would affect their bottom line.

Mid America Live spoke with Bates County Tax Collector Jim Platt to get the full scoop....and yes, calculating the amount it will add to your taxes is a little complicated, but this should help:

Take your assessed amount and divide it by 100; take that number times .41 (cents) then add that amount to your tax bill.

So now you ask, what is my assessed amount? It is listed on your tax receipt. Find that amount and use the above method to determine the final number. 

And just how are taxes figured?  Take your assessed value (as determined by the Assessor and shown on your tax statement) divided by 100 (since the law is per $100.00 valuation). You then take that amount times your levy. For example, if your assessed value is $1000.00 and your levy is $5.00 your tax would be $50.00 ($1000.00 divided by 100) = 10 X $5.00 = 50.00. Use last year's levy amount for now, as this years levy won't be certified by the state auditor until later this month.  




Also, the proposed 41 cent increase will sunset in 2033, meaning it will be dropped without any additional cost to taxpayers for the gym project.



Clear as mud? Hopefully we've answered your questions. Our thanks to Bates County Collector Jim Platt, Bates County Clerk Marlene Wainscott and Marilyn Lindsay of Miami R-1 for their input.






 

Estate Auction in rural Montrose

Estate Auction 

Saturday, September 29, 2018 10:00 A.M.

Real Estate,Tractors,Utvs, Atvs,Tools & Household 

Questions call:

Kevin: (660) 492-3279

Tyler: (660) 492-7764

Bryan: (660) 492-3740

Also view sale bill & more pictures @www.auctionzip.com

"Team Up With 4-H" Bates County 4-H Recruitment Day

"Team Up With 4-H" Bates County 4-H Recruitment Day in conjunction with Huckster's Day, Saturday, September 8, 2018 on the square in Butler, MO. There will be games, prizes, and a drawing for a free 4-H membership for the 2018-2019 4-H year. 

Nine 4-H clubs in Bates County will be there to share information about membership, projects, and fun activities. For more information, contact the Bates County Extension Office at 660.679.4167.

Obituary - Rosemary Baggson

Rosemary Baggson age 74 of Clinton, Mo passed away Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at her home in Clinton.

Fond memories and condolences may be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Mo and are pending at this time.

City of Harrisonville now accepting bids

The City of Harrisonville, Missouri will accept sealed bids for a Roof Replacement on the Salt Storage facility located at 1403 S. Independence St. Harrisonville, MO 64701 until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at City Hall, 300 E. Pearl St. Harrisonville, MO 64701, at which time sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. All bids must be marked on the outside of the envelope “Salt Storage Roof Replacement.”

Bid Specifications may be obtained at the Street Maintenance Dept., 1403 S. Independence Street, Harrisonville, MO 64701 or at www.harrisonville.comunder bid postings.

Prevailing Wage: This bid is estimated below the newly established $75,000 for public projects and does not warrant prevailing wage.

Contractor must participate in a Federal Work Authorization Program per RSMo. Section 285.530 and be compliant with RSMo. Section 292.675 that requires 10 hour OSHA safety training for on-site employees.

The City of Harrisonville reserves the right to reject any and all bids or parts thereof and to waive any informalities to determine the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder as approved by the Board of Aldermen.

Gordon comes to visit...

Remnants of hurricane Gordon are pushing northward towards us, fueling already saturated air- which means rain for the next few days.

No severe weather is expected, however flash flooding could become an issue in low lying areas.

The up to the minute forecast can be seen here https://www.kmbc.com/weather

See live radar here https://www.wunderground.com/weather-radar/united-states/mo/kansas-city/eax/?region=jef