Mr. Edward Hamill, State Executive Director, Farm Service Agency, announced effective October 17, 2011, 111 counties including Worth as well as the Independent City of St. Louis will have FSA disaster loans available due to drought and excessive heat which occurred July 1, 2011 and August 30, 2011. Applications for assistance will be accepted at the county office of the Worth County Farm Service Agency on the north side of the square for physical and production losses caused by this disaster. Applications will be accepted through June 18, 2012.
Loans for physical losses must be used to replace or repair damage to buildings, fences, or to compensate the farmer for losses of basic livestock, stored crops, or supplies on hand, equipment, etc., that was lost due to the disaster. Loans for production losses may also be used to buy feed, seed, fertilizer, and livestock or to make payments on real estate or chattel debts. Generally, loans for production losses cannot be approved until crops have completed their production cycle or have been harvested.
In order to qualify, a farmer must have suffered a 30% loss in production or an actual physical loss that was essential to the successful operation of the farm.
Loans for actual losses are made at an interest rate of 3.75% for emergency loans to those eligible applicants who are unable to obtain the credit needed from another source. All loan programs of the Farm Service Agency are conducted on a non-discriminatory basis.
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
County Commission Minutes -- Wireless Internet Not Available at Courthouse
Presiding Commissioner Findley called the meeting to order at 9:02 am.
1. Commissioner Rob Ruckman made a motion to approve the agenda and minutes. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert seconded. All in favor, motion carried.
2. Treasurer Linda Brown presented the weekly balance sheet.
3. Commissioner Rob Ruckman reported the gas prices from MFA as gas $3.259 and diesel $3.659
4. Bridget Gibson from the Times Tribune asked why people could no longer hook up to the Courthouse wireless internet. She said people had been coming into her office complaining that they could no longer get access. County Clerk Roberta Owens explained that due to security reasons she had Midwest Data install a wireless inscription key. Owens explained to Gibson and the Commissioners that the Courthouse needs to be secure, therefore the Courthouses internet service will no longer be assessable by the general public. No action was taken.
5. Jerri Dearmont from the Northwest Regional Council of Governments came to take care of the paperwork for the State final review and closeout of Grant # 139388 of the 3 bridges is Allen Township (195,172,185). Commissioner Findley signed the Certification of Completion, the Applicant Disclosure Report, and the Amendment Request paperwork. The Grant Total was $134,991.75 with a county in kind match of $77,000.
6. Terry and Janet Larison came to discuss the closing of CR 16E. They will continue with the road vacation process.
7. Road and Bridge Foreman Jim Fletchall Report:
· Discussed the FEMA project on Larison’s road. The scope was work was defined for that area, so they must proceed with the project, even though the money could be used more productively in other areas.
· Fletchall had a request from Kevin Harding on CR 173/200th rd. to have the county shape up the road then seed and mulch the area. Commissioners agreed.
· Discussed CR 227/105th rd. and the brush issue, it is not satisfactory yet.
· Discussed who should replace Russell as record keeper at the county barn.
· Fletchall asked about calling CAT to check a buzzer in the grader. We should be able to share the trip charge with Stanberry. Commissioners agreed.
8. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert made a motion to adjourn at 12:25 for lunch. Commissioner Rob Ruckman seconded. All in favor, motion carried.
Presiding Commissioner Ted Findley opened the afternoon session at 2:05.
9. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert made a motion to go into closed session pursuant to RSMo 610.022 at 2:46 to discuss roof and brush issues with David Baird. Commissioner Rob Ruckman seconded. Findley aye, Ruckman aye, Gabbert aye.
10. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert made a motion to come out of closed session at 3:15. Commissioner Rob Ruckman seconded. Findley aye, Ruckman aye, Gabbert aye.
11. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert made a motion to adjourn at 4:25. Commissioner Rob Ruckman seconded. All in favor, motion carried.
1. Commissioner Rob Ruckman made a motion to approve the agenda and minutes. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert seconded. All in favor, motion carried.
2. Treasurer Linda Brown presented the weekly balance sheet.
3. Commissioner Rob Ruckman reported the gas prices from MFA as gas $3.259 and diesel $3.659
4. Bridget Gibson from the Times Tribune asked why people could no longer hook up to the Courthouse wireless internet. She said people had been coming into her office complaining that they could no longer get access. County Clerk Roberta Owens explained that due to security reasons she had Midwest Data install a wireless inscription key. Owens explained to Gibson and the Commissioners that the Courthouse needs to be secure, therefore the Courthouses internet service will no longer be assessable by the general public. No action was taken.
5. Jerri Dearmont from the Northwest Regional Council of Governments came to take care of the paperwork for the State final review and closeout of Grant # 139388 of the 3 bridges is Allen Township (195,172,185). Commissioner Findley signed the Certification of Completion, the Applicant Disclosure Report, and the Amendment Request paperwork. The Grant Total was $134,991.75 with a county in kind match of $77,000.
6. Terry and Janet Larison came to discuss the closing of CR 16E. They will continue with the road vacation process.
7. Road and Bridge Foreman Jim Fletchall Report:
· Discussed the FEMA project on Larison’s road. The scope was work was defined for that area, so they must proceed with the project, even though the money could be used more productively in other areas.
· Fletchall had a request from Kevin Harding on CR 173/200th rd. to have the county shape up the road then seed and mulch the area. Commissioners agreed.
· Discussed CR 227/105th rd. and the brush issue, it is not satisfactory yet.
· Discussed who should replace Russell as record keeper at the county barn.
· Fletchall asked about calling CAT to check a buzzer in the grader. We should be able to share the trip charge with Stanberry. Commissioners agreed.
8. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert made a motion to adjourn at 12:25 for lunch. Commissioner Rob Ruckman seconded. All in favor, motion carried.
Presiding Commissioner Ted Findley opened the afternoon session at 2:05.
9. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert made a motion to go into closed session pursuant to RSMo 610.022 at 2:46 to discuss roof and brush issues with David Baird. Commissioner Rob Ruckman seconded. Findley aye, Ruckman aye, Gabbert aye.
10. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert made a motion to come out of closed session at 3:15. Commissioner Rob Ruckman seconded. Findley aye, Ruckman aye, Gabbert aye.
11. Commissioner Dennis Gabbert made a motion to adjourn at 4:25. Commissioner Rob Ruckman seconded. All in favor, motion carried.
Obituary -- Edna Thompson 1914-2011
Edna E. Thompson, daughter of Willard and Faye Lambert Cain, was born May 20, 1914 in Grant City. She graduated from the Grant City High School and attended Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville.
She later moved to Kansas City where she met her husband, Doyle Thompson. They were married October 21, 1951 at the Community Christian Church in Kansas City. They moved back to Grant City in 1955, where they remained until their death.
Edna was a member of the Grant City United Methodist Church and the PEO Sisterhood. She was preceded in death by her husband Doyle in 1996 and by her parents. She is survived by numerous cousins and friends.
Funeral services were held at the Andrews Funeral Home, Grant City, on October 28, 2011 at 10:30. Pastor Sue Noakes officiated. Interment was in the Grant City Cemetery.
She later moved to Kansas City where she met her husband, Doyle Thompson. They were married October 21, 1951 at the Community Christian Church in Kansas City. They moved back to Grant City in 1955, where they remained until their death.
Edna was a member of the Grant City United Methodist Church and the PEO Sisterhood. She was preceded in death by her husband Doyle in 1996 and by her parents. She is survived by numerous cousins and friends.
Funeral services were held at the Andrews Funeral Home, Grant City, on October 28, 2011 at 10:30. Pastor Sue Noakes officiated. Interment was in the Grant City Cemetery.
Soil Testing of Flooded Fields
The Missouri River was out of its banks for several months and this has an impact on the availability of crop nutrients. First of all, when soils are saturated, they are in reduced state, so chemically, the phosphorus levels if tested immediately after draining will be miss-leading. One should test soils after soils dry and return to normal moisture levels. Readings of comparison samples of the Graves Chapple before and after indicate a higher phosphorus soil test value.
Fallow Syndrome is another issue that may be found in flooded soils. Often the syndrome shows as a classic phosphorus deficiency symptom when the corn crop planted. It would be advisable to add phosphorus fertilizer even on high testing soils to help crop growth. One reason for this symptom is the loss of vescular arbuscular mycorrhizae (VAM), a fungi that forms an addition to the crop root system, that takes up nutrients for use by crop plants. An example of the fungi is the yellow fine roots of a corn plant that quickly fade after being exposed to sunlight. The yellow color is colonized by the mycorrhizae.
Also, there have been several questions regarding the white material that was deposited on some fields. I ran a couple of tests, one at a standard depth of six inches and another of the surface one-inch depth.
The white surface contains calcium which would be typical of where the water came from. Soils to west of Missouri are generally alkaline and soils in Missouri and eastward are acidic. Also, there is sodium, which was measured by electrical conductivity. The data would indicate that mixing this into the soil to dilute this layer would be ideal.
For more information, contact Wayne Flanary at 660-425-6434 or Heather Benedict at 660-425-6434, Regional Agronomists, University of Missouri Extension.
Fallow Syndrome is another issue that may be found in flooded soils. Often the syndrome shows as a classic phosphorus deficiency symptom when the corn crop planted. It would be advisable to add phosphorus fertilizer even on high testing soils to help crop growth. One reason for this symptom is the loss of vescular arbuscular mycorrhizae (VAM), a fungi that forms an addition to the crop root system, that takes up nutrients for use by crop plants. An example of the fungi is the yellow fine roots of a corn plant that quickly fade after being exposed to sunlight. The yellow color is colonized by the mycorrhizae.
Also, there have been several questions regarding the white material that was deposited on some fields. I ran a couple of tests, one at a standard depth of six inches and another of the surface one-inch depth.
The white surface contains calcium which would be typical of where the water came from. Soils to west of Missouri are generally alkaline and soils in Missouri and eastward are acidic. Also, there is sodium, which was measured by electrical conductivity. The data would indicate that mixing this into the soil to dilute this layer would be ideal.
For more information, contact Wayne Flanary at 660-425-6434 or Heather Benedict at 660-425-6434, Regional Agronomists, University of Missouri Extension.
Emery's Marks One Year
Adam Emery found his calling early in life. At age fourteen he got his first job, working in a tire shop, and there the spark was lit. Today Mr. Emery owns his own service station and offers customers much more than just fuel. “I also do basic mechanic work, brakes, oil changes, tire repair and rotation,” Emery says of his shop, Emery Convenience & Service located in Parnell, Missouri.
In addition to all the services Emery offers, his station also carries new tires along with convenience and grocery items. Along with fulfilling his own dream of being his own boss Emery feels his business is an important way for him to help his rural community.
“This way people do not have to drive twenty miles to the next town to get a gallon of milk or a loaf of bread,” Emery says.
In the town of Parnell, which has a population of approximately 200 people, Emery’s Convenience & Service and K&T Bar and Grill are the only two stores.
Emery has advice for anyone passionate about owning their own business, “Go for it,” he says, “it is possible to make businesses work in small towns.”
Through contacts at USDA, Emery learned about Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation (NWMEF). He credits NWMEF and facilitator Annette Weeks with helping him in planning out the financial aspects of his business and helping his business succeed.
Emery Convenience & Service, 204 S. Main Street, Parnell, Missouri is celebrating a one year anniversary hosted by NWMEF Saturday, November 5th with an awards presentation at 12:00 p.m. and barbecue 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
If you are interested in starting or retaining your own business, Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation (NWMEF) is here to help. NWMEF is an economic development project trained by the Sirolli Institute which serves six counties including Andrew, Atchison, Gentry, Holt, Nodaway and Worth. Services are offered free and are strictly confidential. NWMEF is a not-for-profit organization. For more information, contact Annette Weeks, facilitator, at (816) 262-5158 or facilitator@nwmef.com. The Resource Board is comprised of more than 70 volunteer board members from each county as well as regional representation.
In addition to all the services Emery offers, his station also carries new tires along with convenience and grocery items. Along with fulfilling his own dream of being his own boss Emery feels his business is an important way for him to help his rural community.
“This way people do not have to drive twenty miles to the next town to get a gallon of milk or a loaf of bread,” Emery says.
In the town of Parnell, which has a population of approximately 200 people, Emery’s Convenience & Service and K&T Bar and Grill are the only two stores.
Emery has advice for anyone passionate about owning their own business, “Go for it,” he says, “it is possible to make businesses work in small towns.”
Through contacts at USDA, Emery learned about Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation (NWMEF). He credits NWMEF and facilitator Annette Weeks with helping him in planning out the financial aspects of his business and helping his business succeed.
Emery Convenience & Service, 204 S. Main Street, Parnell, Missouri is celebrating a one year anniversary hosted by NWMEF Saturday, November 5th with an awards presentation at 12:00 p.m. and barbecue 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
If you are interested in starting or retaining your own business, Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation (NWMEF) is here to help. NWMEF is an economic development project trained by the Sirolli Institute which serves six counties including Andrew, Atchison, Gentry, Holt, Nodaway and Worth. Services are offered free and are strictly confidential. NWMEF is a not-for-profit organization. For more information, contact Annette Weeks, facilitator, at (816) 262-5158 or facilitator@nwmef.com. The Resource Board is comprised of more than 70 volunteer board members from each county as well as regional representation.
A Moment with Mike -- Back in Missouri
After a couple of weeks traveling out of state for both business and pleasure, it is nice to be back in Missouri. The wooded hills of the Northeast are beautiful this time of year. The leaves come alive in an array of bright colors and the picturesque view of the small fishing villages on the coast of Maine bring images of a time past. We saw beautiful scenery and different livelihoods as we visited another part of our diverse country but I am always glad to be home where Northwest Missouri offers a beauty of its own. Some of the brightest tree colors that I have seen are a couple of blocks from my home and the rolling hills with recently harvested crops have a serenity of their own. Most of you have heard me say that there is nowhere in the world that I would rather live than right here in Northwest Missouri and even though traveling is exciting there are no more comforting words than “Welcome to Kansas City” when your airplane touches down and you are almost home.
The “Special Session” that was called by the Governor to pass some economic development initiatives is officially over and even though the legislative body did not come to agreement on some of the proposed topics, the session was not a complete loss. Two bills were passed and signed by the Governor. One is a powerful economic development tool that will help Missouri attract high-tech and life sciences businesses to our state. The Missouri Science and Innovation Reinvestment Act (MOSIRA) will create a funding source to fuel new growth in the fields of science and technology. MOSIRA was meant to supplement the primary jobs package but it does offer a significant economic development tool on its own.
The other bill passed during the session is what has commonly been referred to as the “Facebook Fix.” The fix will protect the ability of teachers to have appropriate online communications with students. This fixes the unintended consequences that resulted from a previous bill that was meant to prohibit improper communications but put all communications into question.
The lack of agreements did, however, stop some initiatives, leaving them unaddressed until our next regular session. The House had passed bills to move Missouri’s presidential primary, create a period of tax amnesty for Missourians who have fallen behind on their taxes, provide an avenue for disaster relief funding to areas of the state devastated by severe weather and flooding and return control of the St. Louis Police Department to the City of St. Louis. These are issues that impact our state and need serious consideration.
There will be continued speculation on the success and necessity of this “Special Session.” I was sometimes frustrated and disappointed, however, the process is difficult and disagreement often times means that further scrutiny and negotiation is needed to come up with the best solution. Maybe it is better to pass less legislation than to pass legislation that is not the “best” thing for our state.
If you have questions, you may reach me at my Capitol number 573-751-9465, at the local district number, 660-582-4014, by email at mike.thomson@house.mo.gov or by mail at Room 401B State Capitol Building, Jefferson City, MO 65101.
The “Special Session” that was called by the Governor to pass some economic development initiatives is officially over and even though the legislative body did not come to agreement on some of the proposed topics, the session was not a complete loss. Two bills were passed and signed by the Governor. One is a powerful economic development tool that will help Missouri attract high-tech and life sciences businesses to our state. The Missouri Science and Innovation Reinvestment Act (MOSIRA) will create a funding source to fuel new growth in the fields of science and technology. MOSIRA was meant to supplement the primary jobs package but it does offer a significant economic development tool on its own.
The other bill passed during the session is what has commonly been referred to as the “Facebook Fix.” The fix will protect the ability of teachers to have appropriate online communications with students. This fixes the unintended consequences that resulted from a previous bill that was meant to prohibit improper communications but put all communications into question.
The lack of agreements did, however, stop some initiatives, leaving them unaddressed until our next regular session. The House had passed bills to move Missouri’s presidential primary, create a period of tax amnesty for Missourians who have fallen behind on their taxes, provide an avenue for disaster relief funding to areas of the state devastated by severe weather and flooding and return control of the St. Louis Police Department to the City of St. Louis. These are issues that impact our state and need serious consideration.
There will be continued speculation on the success and necessity of this “Special Session.” I was sometimes frustrated and disappointed, however, the process is difficult and disagreement often times means that further scrutiny and negotiation is needed to come up with the best solution. Maybe it is better to pass less legislation than to pass legislation that is not the “best” thing for our state.
If you have questions, you may reach me at my Capitol number 573-751-9465, at the local district number, 660-582-4014, by email at mike.thomson@house.mo.gov or by mail at Room 401B State Capitol Building, Jefferson City, MO 65101.
Spell of Gold
What magic has now touched
The branches of the trees
And changed green foliage
To golden treasuries?
It’s autumn’s alchemy,
In gardens bonfires blaze;
And see, the leaping flames
Turn golden in the haze!
Perhaps you, too, may find
Gold magic of your own
You planted pumpkin seeds?
See how they’ve grown and grown.
At Halloween, they’ll glow
As lanterns by and by,
Or else be baked golden,
At Thanksgiving for a pie!
--Submitted by Vivian Coleman
The branches of the trees
And changed green foliage
To golden treasuries?
It’s autumn’s alchemy,
In gardens bonfires blaze;
And see, the leaping flames
Turn golden in the haze!
Perhaps you, too, may find
Gold magic of your own
You planted pumpkin seeds?
See how they’ve grown and grown.
At Halloween, they’ll glow
As lanterns by and by,
Or else be baked golden,
At Thanksgiving for a pie!
--Submitted by Vivian Coleman
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