Minutes of the Board of Directors meeting from February 13th were reviewed. Interim Executive Director Nordell noted a correction for the quote presented by CenturyTel on the ANI/ALI system to be $170,000, not $107,000. Director Smith moved the amended minutes for February 13th be adopted. Director Stanley seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. Vote: 7 – 0.

Public Comment and Correspondence

Public Comment and Correspondence – There was no public comment or correspondence.

Treasurer Guinn presented the financial report for March.The check for February sales tax has been received in the amount of $150,047.49. The checkbook balance before payment of bills is $198,476.80. The bills submitted for approval less Midwestern Telephone is $30,550.76. Bills from Midwestern Telephone total $110.00. Total of all bills is 30,660.76. After payment of all bills, the checkbook balance will be $167,816.04.Accounts receivable balance is $27,826.80. Receipt of all AR will bring the final checkbook balance to $195,642.84.Treasurer Guinn motioned for the payment of the bills with the exception of Midwestern Telephone. Director Rowland seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. Vote: 7 – 0.Treasurer Guinn motioned for the payment of Midwestern Telephone. Director Rowland seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. Vote: 6 – 0 with Director Pearson abstaining. Finance and Budget – Director Guinn motioned to move $95,642.84 to a Money Market Account for reserves. Director Smith seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. Vote: 7- 0.Director Smith motioned to allow the treasurer or appointee to move funds as necessary. Director Guinn seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. Vote: 7 – 0.

Commmittee Reports

Finance and Budget

On Monday, March, 24th, 2008, the Budget and Finance Committee met at the Jasper County 9-1-1 Center, 13870 Dispatch Lane, in public session at 6:00 p.m.Attending were: - Board Chairman Stephens, Director Rowland, Director Smith, Director Lyscio, Director Guinn, Director Pearson, and Director Stanley. Representing staff were Interim Executive Director Nordell, Administrative Services Manager Sparks, and GIS Manager Runnebaum. Public attendees included John Hacker from the Carthage Press and Susan Redding with the Joplin Globe.The meeting was called to order by Board Chairman Stephens at 6:00 p.m.Minutes of the Budget and Finance meeting on February 13th were reviewed. Director Guinn moved these minutes be adopted as presented. Director Stanley seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. Vote: 7 – 0.Unfinished business: Interim Executive Director Nordell presented a spreadsheet report for the 2008 budget with the CAD upgrade being postponed, an increase to the budget for the hiring of six communication officers to replace former employees, employee selection and screening, ANI/ALI upgrade, and consulting services fees decreasing the original estimate of $1,692,102.90 to $1,570,985.57.Interim Executive Director Nordell explained the ANI/ALI upgrade in detail while addressing concerns with the current system not allowing VOIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) calls to properly display on TCI. He stated that the approval of the ANI/ALI upgrade would allow for the phone switch to be replaced with the new system and for improved interoperability with other agencies which is supported by the state; considering that Jasper County Emergency Services and Joplin Police Department are the only agencies that utilize the Nortel system in Missouri. Interim Executive Director Nordell discussed 2 different products that have been reviewed, Plant CML Sentinel and AT&T Viper, with the cost for the new ANI/ALI system being just over $200,000.00, but this includes a backup phone that is hardwired to the primary phone in case of system failure. He also stated that the Plant CML Sentinel, which is a broadly used product and whose company purchased TCI, has a kit that would allow ANI/ALI to be used on the Mobile Command Vehicle and includes a superior reporting system and call functionality. Interim Executive Director Nordell stated the timeframe for installations would be approximately 60-90 days and the possibility of lease options from Plant CML, AT&T, or bank financing with Southwest Missouri Bank.Interim Executive Director Nordell also discussed the option of a radio upgrade using software that had already been purchased for the approximate cost of $65,000.00 and would include the cost of allowing all consoles to have radio capability. He stated that there was a leasing option for five years and would prefer to have the radio upgrade completed simultaneously with the ANI/ALI upgrade to incur less downtime in the communications room.There was a brief discussion involving the sale of the Board-owned Crown Victoria for $3000.00 and the possibility of using the funds from the sale to purchase a riding lawnmower to take care of the grounds.Director Guinn motioned to move an undetermined amount of funds to a money market account. The motion was seconded by Director Smith. Vote: 7 - 0.Director Rowland motioned to adjourn the meeting. Director Pearson seconded the motion. Vote: 7 – 0.

Technical Services

Technical Services – There was not a meeting and nothing to report.

Building and Grounds

Building and Ground – There was not a meeting and nothing to report.

Personnel and Policy

Personnel and Policy – There was not a meeting and nothing to report.

Public Relations

Public Relations – There was not a meeting and nothing to report

Executive Director's Report

Executive Director’s ReportInterim Executive Director Nordell stated there was a letter received from Golden City Fire Department requesting Jasper County Emergency Services to dispatch any calls for service for the department that were within Jasper County over their private frequency. He explained that dispatch had previously been handled by Barton County Sheriff’s Department but they had signed a letter authorizing the release of dispatch to Jasper County Emergency Services. He also stated there would be no issues with voice dispatch, but that paging on that frequency would still need to be discussed with Radio Communications Specialist. Director Guinn motioned to accept Golden City Fire Dispatch. Director Rowland seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. Vote: 7 – 0.The Board was advised there had been one more resume received for the Executive Director’s position since the previous discussion, bringing the resume total to 7.Interim Executive Director Nordell announced he had applied for a radio equipment grant that still had $800,000 in funding left with the grant proposal requesting $200,000 for repeater replacement.The Board was presented with the memorial placard that had been ordered for former Director Gilbert that will be placed in front of the pear tree in April at a service held for family and friends.Interim Executive Director Nordell provided an update on the TCO’s in training stating that while there were 10 initial hires, one employee sent an email before training started advising they had accepted another position, another employee left after training of her own accord, and a third employee was dismissed from training before on-the-job training due to not passing training standards, leaving a total of seven trainees progressing with two that are in an accelerated training program.There was a brief discussion over the wireless project for CAD training.

Unfinished Business

Unfinished BusinessInterim Executive Director Nordell advised Board members that the first meeting with the hired consulting services company would take place on Wednesday, March 26th in Jefferson City.Interim Executive Director Nordell presented spreadsheet figures for the four dispatchers required to operate the Jasper County Sheriff’sDepartment console with a 36/48hr schedule as well as three employees for 40hr schedule with and without offered benefits. The total cost paid by Jasper County Emergency Services is $156,024 for four employees. He stated the Sheriff’s Department is invoiced annually in the amount of $110,000 and that by separating out calls by emergency, which are provided free of charge, and non-emergency the proper payment for service would be $111,080. He also pointed out there had been an increase in radio traffic that has substantially increased workload from the civil process units who are now required to notify dispatch of their locations and there will be a later meeting with the Sheriff’s department about these duties.Board members entered into further discussion over the civil process units and officer safety with a request for a unit alarm to be set when units are out at an address to remind the dispatcher to check on them. Interim Executive Director Nordell stated that if the radio upgrade were to be approved and all the consoles equipped with radios there would be a possibility of creating a new position that would dispatch for the Mets wheelchair van and the civil process units.Interim Executive Director Nordell updated Board members with information regarding the City of Joplin’s progress in taking back their cellular calls. He said that AT&T will not proceed with the transfer until hearing from legal counsel due to Joplin wanting to discontinue the 911 rollover between their facility and Jasper County Emergency Services.There was discussion over the process of hiring a new Executive Director that will lead to a narrowing down of the candidate list and if the interviews should take place over the phone or in person. Board members requested copies of applicant’s resumes and a Personnel Meeting was set for Wednesday, March 9th at 6:00 p.m.Next Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 8th at 6:00 p.m.

New Business

New Business There was no new business to be discussed.John Hacker and Susan Redding left the meeting at 7:55 p.m.At 7:58 p.m. Director Rowland motioned to go into the closed portion of the meeting for legal issues, pursuant to Mo. Statute 610.021 (1). Director Stanley seconded the motion.Vote: Lyscio – In favor Smith – In favor Rowland – In favor Stanley – In favor Pearson – In favor Guinn – In favor Stephens – In favor At 8:35 p.m. Director Guinn motioned and was seconded by Director Pearson to move out of closed session.Vote:

Lyscio -In favor

Smith – In favor

Rowland – In favor

Stanley – In favor

Pearson – In favor

Guinn – In favor

Stephens – In favor

There were no votes taken during closed session.

Director Rowland moved the meeting be adjourned. Director Stanley seconded the motion. Vote: 7 – 0.Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.