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Stoddard County Commission Meeting - January 31, 2022
February 08th 2022 by Dee Loflin
Stoddard County Commission Meeting - January 31, 2022

Stoddard County, MO - The Stoddard County Commissioners met in a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, January 31, 2022.   Meeting minutes were not available yet due to the inclement weather last week. (The ShowMe Times will be posted when available.)

The Stoddard County Ambulance District were awarded American Rescue Plan Act funds (ARPA) on january 18th.  SCAD was paid $27,077.90 for a SimMan ALS high fidelity training mannequin.  The cost included a $3,505 extended warranty plan.

The commissioners have spent $157,300.90 of the $2,696,373.99 of the APRA funds awarded to the county in 2021.   The county will receive more funds in 2022.   

Eligible uses of these funds include:

+ Revenue replacement for the provision of government services to the extent of the reduction in revenue due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, relative to revenues collected in the most recent fiscal year prior to the emergency,

+ COVID-19 expenditures or negative economic impacts of COVID-19, including assistance to small businesses, households, and hard-hit industries, and economic recovery,

+ Premium pay for essential workers,

+ Investments in water, sewer, and broadband infrastructure.

The Stoddard County Commission also hired a new attorney, replacing Al Schrader, with a vote of 3 - 0 to hire Travis Elliott as the county's attorney for 2022.

Elliott works for Ellis, Ellis, Hammons and Johnson PC, a law firm based in Springfield.

Greg Mathis announced during the meeting that he will be running for Presiding Commissioner.  Incumbent Danny Talkington has chosen not to seek re-election.

Mathis previously held the position from 2003 - 2018.

The first day of candidate filing for the August 2nd primary election is February 22nd. Filling will continue through March 29th.

Commissioner Carol Jarrell's and Steve Jordan’s terms run through 2024.


Last Updated on February 08th 2022 by Dee Loflin




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You will need to fill out a form and return it to the City Clerk or City Administrator's office at City Hall. 

You will need to provide a valid driver's license, insurance card and paid receipt for 2021 City & County taxes. 

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NOW HIRING! REA AP Specialist - Job located in Dexter, MO
January 27th 2022 by Dee Loflin
NOW HIRING!  REA AP Specialist - Job located in Dexter, MO

Renewable Energy Alternatives Accounts Payable Specialist

Summary

This position is in the accounting department and handles accounts payables and all tasks associated with payment processing. This person will be responsible for paying third parties by scheduling and preparing checks as invoices and statements are received, resolving payments issues with third-parties if necessary, ensuring proper credits are applied for outstanding bills and requesting stop payments for missing or lost checks.

Responsibilities

* Process invoices, lease payments, O&M payments, loan payments, and employee expense reimbursements

* Maintain schedule of O&M, subscription manager and loan payments

* Review invoices for accuracy

* Flag or clarify any unusual or questionable invoice items

* Verify and calculate all extensions and totals on invoices and considering discounts if applicable Process payment timely by check, electronic transfers

* Post transaction to journals, ledgers and other records

* Obtain proper information and/or data regarding vendors and maintain their file Maintain copies of vouchers, invoices or any correspondence as necessary Produce reports and records as requested

* Verify financial data for use in maintaining records

* Provide other clerical support necessary to pay the obligations of the company Correspond with developers and vendors and respond to inquiries

* Process year-end 1099’s

* Maintain confidentiality of organizational information

* Core Competencies

* Effective monitoring skills of various vendors and the accounts

* Ability to complete work on schedule

* Attention to detail

* Collaboration and problem-solving skills

* Working well with others

* Daily discipline of time management, learning quickly and accepting feedback

* Renewable Energy Alternatives Accounts Payable Specialist

* Deliver results consistently

* Creates a process for one’s own work and for improving the work and incorporating into existing processes

* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Organization and prioritization skills

* Ability to follow processes and procedures and direction to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

* Work Environment

Full-time position: 40 hours per week. Additional time may be needed as projects continue to grow. This position is administrative and is located in Dexter, MO. No travel requirements.

Required Education and Experience

Minimum of two-year degree or four year bachelor's degree preferred Minimum of two years’ experience working with accounts payable Solid understanding of general accounting procedures

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Proficiency in Gravity preferred

Please send resumes to jobs@rea-investments.com   

When sending, please include “REA AP Specialist” in the subject line. An application will be sent back to you and an interview scheduled.


Last Updated on January 27th 2022 by Dee Loflin




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