(Greenfield, Iowa) – The Adair County Board of Supervisors today (Wednesday), approved the posting of a part-time position for the Adair County Veterans Affairs Office. VA Commission Chairperson John Schildberg, III told the Board Administrator Gwen Johnston is very busy and can’t handle all the matters that come before her.

Johnston said she would like to hire a person to work 12 hours per week in her office.

She said she has a person in mind who is interested in the job, but is required to post the position so others may apply as well

Adair County Environmental Health Director Jotham Arber provided an update on well rehabilitation and other matters.

He said they recommend testing the water before and after a well rehabilitation. And, with regard to septic systems, Jotham Arber says…

Adair County Engineer Nick Kauffman presented for the Board to approve and Board Chair Jerry Walker to sign, a contract and performance bond for the N-7 Eureka (Township) Bridge Project. Kauffman also reported on Secondary Roads Department Maintenance projects and activities.

Adair County Auditor Mandy Berg spoke with regard to ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funding and obligations. The Board approved the request as presented. Berg also presented for the Board’s approval a Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget Amendment.

A public hearing on the amendment as presented, will take place 9:15-a.m. January 2nd, in the Adair County Boardroom at the Courthouse in Greenfield.