(Atlantic, Iowa) – A petition to the Cass County Board of Supervisors for the suspension of taxes for 207 W. 7th Street in Atlantic, failed to garner any support from the Board, this (Tuesday) morning. Board member Steve Greene had suggested tabling the matter until more information is available, but Supervisor Wendy Richter said there was no reason for the Board to act, because the petitioner failed to meet the March 1st filing deadline, according to Iowa Code. The request died due to lack of action by the Supervisors.

The Board heard a report from Cass County Zoning Administrator Mike Kennon, with regard to Zoning Ordinances and starting projects without acquiring the the proper permits in advance.

Kennon asked the Board about the fees for building permits, and if they should be raised.

He said that’s something the Board might want to look at in the future.

Board Chair Steve Baier said people looking to build a home in the County should make sure BEFORE they start negotiating a price on the property, it meets the zoning requirements. Kennon said also, there are also zoning changes that are being proposed in the next couple of weeks that will cost the County about $100 altogether, for publishing of permits and other relevant information.

Cass/Guthrie County Environmental Health Director Jotham Arber presented the Board a revised 28-E agreement and monthly billing arrangement, rather than quarterly.

The 28-E increased the County’s base-rate share for services from $7,000 to $15,000. The rate had not changed since 1991. The Board opted to have the agreement reviewed by the County Attorney for action before the July 1st deadline.

And, Cass County Engineer Trent Wolken updated the Supervisors on Secondary Roads Department maintenance and activities. Wolken said they are almost finished hauling contract rock in the Atlantic District. There’s about 20-miles remaining. He spoke also about the status of some bridge projects.

He mentioned also, they’re still waiting on some equipment, including two motor graders.