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Tuesday, August 18, 2020
REPUBLICAN-TIMES TRENTON
Trenton, MO 64683
Established Sept. 4, 1864 - 156th Year - No. 99
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The Bright Futures Trenton Back to School Event continues to be a success, with the 2020 event held on Thursday, Aug. 13 serving students in need in the Trenton R-9, Laredo R-7 and Spickard R-2 school districts. There were 241 backpacks and supplies distributed at Trenton (18 more than last year) while Laredo distributed school items to 44 students and Spickard had 26 students receiving backpacks and supplies. There were 170 pairs of shoes given away at the New Soles for Bright Futures activities held at Rissler Elementary School, pictured above. A total of 61 students received haircuts at the First Christian Church, pictured at left. Over 90 pairs of shoes were given away at the gym shoe giveaway and 95 students received hygiene products at the “Suds for Students,” both of which were held at the First Assembly of God Family Activity Center. Another 140 individuals picked up clothing items at the First Baptist Church Activity Center and 77 shirts were given away at Trenton R-9 “Pass the Pride.” Over 90 volunteers assisted with this year’s event.
GRUNDY COUNTY
Annual Tax Sale
101 Properties Being Offered At Tax Sale Those hoping to grab some good deals on properties that have delinquent taxes will have the opportunity to do so at the annual Grundy County Delinquent Tax Sale, set for Monday, Aug. 24. The sale, authorized by Missouri Statute, will begin at 10 a.m. at the courthouse and as of Friday, July 29, there were 101 properties on the sale list in Grundy County. Of those properties, 35 are in Trenton Township; nine are in Franklin Township; six are in Wilson Township; seven are in Liberty Township; two are in Harrison Township; one is in Lincoln Township; and 41 are at
Leisure Lake. Grundy County Collector/Treasurer Barbara Harris explained that properties with three years of back taxes due are offered in what is referred to as a “first sale.” Those with four years of back taxes due are available for the second sale, while properties with five years of back taxes are offered as a third sale. In each case, Mrs. Harris said the properties have to sell for at least the amount of taxes against it, however, those that eventually make it to the fourth sale can be sold for any See Tax, Page 12
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AREA SCHOOLS Grundy R-5
GCNHD Board Meeting The Grundy County Nursing Home Board of Directors, which oversees operations of Sunnyview Nursing Home and Apartments, will hold its regular monthly meeting at 4 p.m. today (Tuesday, Aug. 18) at the First Christian Church. A public hearing will be held regarding the 2020-21 tax rate, which is proposed at 15 cents on the $100 assessed valuation. The rate is anticipated to generate $191,773.08 for the district. Other items on the agenda include a presentation on facility energy improvement projects and financing by engineer Fred Malicoat and the administrator's report. An executive session for legal matters and personnel is also planned.
Uttilitty Commiittee To o M ee t The Utility Committee of the Trenton City Council will meet at 6 o’clock tonight (Tuesday, Aug. 18) at city hall. The meeting will be available for viewing by the public via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87411018111. Items on the agenda include department reports, the director's update and a review of monthly financial information.
Merce er Man Dies In n Ac cci den t A DeKalb resident died on Saturday night from injuries sustained in an ATV accident at Mercer Homecoming Park. Billy Nichols, 64, was pronounced dead at Wright Memorial Hospital in Trenton, where he was taken by the Mercer County Ambulance Service following the accident. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Nichols was operating an ATV during a drag race, which was unable to stop at the conclusion of the race. The front of the ATV then struck a utility pole. The ATV received moderate damage.The accident was investigated by Sgt. Joe Rongey, who was assisted by Trooper C.D. O’Hara.
Photos Courtesy of Micah Landes
Perfect summer weather on Thursday, Aug. 13 drew a large number of participants to the second annual Chalk on the Walk event in downtown Trenton, sponsored by Five Points Alive and Main Street Trenton. Cash prizes were awarded in three age groups. Winners in the youth category were Annie Currie, first; Matthew Cross, second; and Rachel Bass, third; Teen division winners were Sophia Currie, first; Emma Roberts, second; and Olivia Roberts, third. Winners in the adult category were Sheridan Mounce, first; Karen Rorebeck, second; and Zeb Schuelle, third. The Judge’s Choice Award went to an entry from Claire Utley.
National Weather Service
You can count on sunny skies this week with high temperatures in the low to mid 80s and low temperatures in the upper 50s and low 60s. The high on Thursday and Friday at Trenton was 90 with a high Saturday of 84 with .40 of an inch of rain recorded. The high on Sunday was 87, with a low of 62. The high on Sunday at the Government Weather Station near Spickard was 84, the low was 62.
What’s Inside... The first day of classes in the Trenton R-9 School District is Wednesday, Aug. 26. What your student needs, along with a list of staff at each building, is included in “Back to School” information on pages 6 & 7 of today’s Republican-Times.
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Board OKs 2020-21 Tax Rate The Grundy R-5 Board of Education approved several items in preparation for the new school year during a meeting on Thursday night, Aug. 13. According to information provided by Superintendent Phil Fox, the board approved a 2020-21 tax rate levy of $5.9207 on the $100 assessed valuation. Fox said it is the same rate as last year. The board reviewed, then approved, the school reopening plan as presented by the administration. The plan is listed on the Facebook page (Grundy R-V Panthers) as well as on the district website, grundyr5.k12.mo.us. The first day of classes in the R-5 School District will be on Tuesday, Aug. 25. An increase for substitute teacher pay was approved, with regular subs being paid $85 per day while long-term subs will be paid at a rate of $100 a day. Preliminary bus route schedules were approved along with elementary, high school and teacher handbooks. Other items approved by the board included free and reduced lunch eligibility criteria, the annual secretary of the board report, the district’s special education compliance model and administrator reports. The board directed the administration to seek information regarding replacement of an electric furnace at the high school. The board heard a report on the school audit held on Aug. 5, with no action taken. Members were told that the new dishwasher at the elementary school will be inSee R-5, Page 12
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