Minutes of the Board of Directors meeting from June 17th were reviewed. Executive Director Nordell noticed an error in the minutes regarding Microdata software being utilized in the entire state of Virginia and that the correct state is Vermont. Director Lyscio moved the amended minutes be adopted. Director Pearson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. Vote: 6  0.

Public Comment and Correspondence

There was no public comment or correspondence.

Treasurer Guinn presented the financial report for July.The check for June sales tax has not been received.The checkbook balance before payment of bills is $170,776.34. The bills submitted for approval total $39,769.76. After payment of all bills, the checkbook balance will be $131,006.58.Accounts receivable balance is $8,194.89. Receipt of all AR will bring the final checkbook balance to $139,201.47.Treasurer Guinn motioned for payment of all bills. Director Rowland seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. Vote: 6  0

Commmittee Reports

Finance and Budget

There was not a meeting and nothing to report.

Technical Services

There was not a meeting and nothing to report.

Building and Grounds

There was not a meeting and nothing to report.

Personnel and Policy

There was not a meeting and nothing to report.

Public Relations

There was not a meeting and nothing to report.

Executive Director's Report

Executive Director Nordell updated Board members on the progress of the new Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) that had recently been approved for purchase. Air Power Consultants have the UPS and the battery in their warehouse but are still awaiting the receipt of the switch to complete the system. A Fire Chiefs meeting was held on July 2nd with only two representatives in attendance and minor information discussed. The next meeting has been scheduled for August 6th.Board members were made aware that MoDOT and Jasper County Emergency Services have been collaboratively working together to solve issues regarding the new 249 interchange. Major concerns of emergency personnel are the necessity of sign indicators to allow callers on the interchange to have immediate knowledge of their location by using a system similar to the mile markers on I-44 and the creation of a cross-over for easier access for emergency responders.There was a brief discussion carried over from the Jasper County Commissioners meeting related to the grant application for the automatic storm siren activation system with reverse 9-1-1.Executive Director Nordell updated Board members on the radio equipment upgrade. Southwest Communications has received the necessary equipment and installation is scheduled to begin July 12th.Executive Director Nordell advised that quotes from CenturyTel, AT&T, and MicroData have been received for the new ANI/ALI system. Estimated price comparison was provided to Board members. MicroData would require a phone switch replacement, but will also allow Jasco to purchase and maintain their own hardware. There is potential to become a BETA site due to being one of the first agencies to install the new IP switch that was just released. Concerns with MicroData are how the information from ANI/ALI will spill to CAD and if ACDQ will work with the system that allows calls to be automatically sent to the telecommunicators headset rather than having to use a mouse or touch screen monitor to answer 911 calls. The systems should be compatible with surrounding agencies phone systems and both MicroData and CenturyTel have redundant phone switches. Board member discussed possibility of a special meeting being scheduled due to the quote from CenturyTel being accepted until August 4th.Executive Director Nordell told Board members about a recent meeting with the City of Joplin where concerns were still expressed over delays in fire department response for medical calls. Joplin Police Chief Lane Roberts also discussed the possibility of connectivity between the two 911 centers by allowing each agency to place a CAD workstation in each others buildings. Cost and equipment needs are being researched. The next meeting between the two agencies will be August 12th at 11:00 a.m. at Jasper County Emergency Services.Board members were notified that the 911 trunks that the City of Joplin had transferred to their facility had been removed from the AT&T bill for Jasper County Emergency Services to reflect proper trunk charges.Executive Director Nordell discussed the ongoing issues with the Fire East repeater not working properly, including a recent incident that was not allowing pages to be sent to personnel. Southwest Communications was able to correct the problem and also noticed other items in need of repair while at the repeater site. A quote in the amount of $4095.00 was provided to replace the amplifier, multiplexer, connecters, and rack while also installing a battery back-up system with a software program that will send a radio transmission alert to Jasper County Emergency Services if there is a power loss at the repeater site. It was also mentioned that Law Southeast repeater had been having problems and that the site was brought back into service manually. This repeater may also have to have a battery back-up installed at the site.A meeting had been scheduled with Executive Director Nordell and the Sarcoxie City Council on July 11th to discuss concerns over personnel shortages for the fire department and the replacement of the fire chief.Executive Director Nordell stated that Jasper County Emergency Services will have a booth at the Jasper County Youth Fair from July 9th through July 12th and tours will be provided of the Mobile Command Vehicle. Pamphlets were also prepared to provide to parents regarding child internet safety and what types of information is necessary to assist law enforcement if a kidnapping were to occur.Board members were notified that the filing dates for open seats for the 911 Board are July 19th through August 15th.

Unfinished Business

None.

New Business

None.

At 6:50 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 Smith seconded the motion

Vote: Lyscio  In Favor Smith  In Favor Rowland  In Favor Pearson  In Favor Guinn  In Favor Stephens  In Favor

At 6:54 p.m., John Hacker with the Carthage Press left the meeting.At 7:12 p.m., Director Lyscio motioned and was seconded by Director Smith to move out of closed session.Vote: Lyscio  In Favor Smith  In Favor Rowland  In Favor Pearson  In Favor Guinn  In Favor Stephens  In Favor There were no votes taken during closed session.The next Board meeting was scheduled for August 12th at 6:00 p.m.Chairman Stephens moved the meeting be adjourned. Director Smith seconded the motion. Vote: 6  0.The meeting was adjourned at 7:22 p.m.