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It’s time to explore — Scenes from Gladfest 34 — Mason Cassity, from left, Reilly Newton and Brooke Newton take a spin on a carnival ride after the Saturday morning parade.
Samaria LeBlanc and 3-year-old Amaya of North Kansas City take a camel ride. Other festival activities just west of the Municipal Pool included a children’s area with a bounce house.
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Gladfest 34, with the theme “It’s Time to Explore,” was held Friday to Sunday, Oct. 4 to 6, in the city center of Gladstone. More festival photos appear on pages A11 & A12.
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News in Brief County constitution meeting Oct. 16 The members of the Clay County Constitution Commission will host a public informational meeting on the proposed constitution at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, in the city council chambers at Liberty City Hall, 101 E. Kansas Ave. in Liberty. During the meeting, members of the Constitution Commission will be available to answer questions from Clay County residents and voters about the provisions of the proposed constitution. The voters of Clay County will have the opportunity to vote to approve the new Clay County Constitution during the general election to be held Nov. 5. Additional information on the proposed constitution, including a full copy of the document, is available online at claycoconstitution.info.
Daughters of American Revolution chapter celebrates 50 years The William Boydston Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a tea Saturday, Oct. 12. Founded in 1963 in the home of Organizing Regent Dorothy Barrett, the original chapter had 13 members. They voted to name the chapter after William Boydston, a Revolutionary War soldier who served in the colonies of Virginia and North Carolina. After the war, Boydston moved to Missouri. He is buried in Faubion Cemetery in Gladstone. In 2002, the William Boydston Chapter placed a DAR marker on his grave. The William Boydston Chapter has
maintained a presence and received many honors from both the state and national societies. Today there are about 60 members. The tea will be held in the lounge of North Cross United Methodist Church from 2 to 4 p.m. In addition to honoring former chapter regents, there will be recognition of one daughter who has been a member for 50 years and several who have been affiliated for more than 20 years. Members of other DAR chapters are invited to attend the festivities. RSVP to 734-9805.
Parks and Recreation, are being organized for this Christmas season. Children in kindergarten, first and second grades are eligible to receive one of these personal phone calls. Children attending Linden West, Gashland, Meadowbrook, Oakwood Manor and Chapel Hill Elementary schools will receive a flyer at school. All other parents may call the recreation office at 423-4085 for more information. Santa Claus calls will be made from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday to Wednesday, Dec. 9 to 11. Male volunteers are needed to assist Santa. Registration will be open from Monday, Nov. 11, through Friday, Dec. 6. To view a registration form, visit www.gladstone.mo.us.
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Obituaries Herman W. Walters
Herman W. Walters, 93, Liberty, MO died October 1, 2013. Services were at St. Stephen Lutheran Church where he was a charter member; burial New Hope Cemetery. Herman was preceded in death by his one and only true love, his wife of 68 years, Florence E. Walters. Survivored by son, Robert (Jayne) Walters and daughter, Linda Smith; 4 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Arrangements: Church-Archer-Pasley Funeral Home
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Felicia Nicole Morgan and Wesley-Aaron Neal Whitney announce their engagement. The future bride is the daughter of Philip and Mary Joanne Morgan of Kansas City. Felicia graduated from Winnetonka High School in May 2006 and obtained an Associate of Arts from Metropolitan Community College-Maple Woods in December 2008. The future groom is the son of Terry Whitney of Lawson, and Richard and Sue Whitney of Kansas City. Wesley graduated from Excelsior Springs High School in May 2004 and is employed at G4S Government Solutions. The couple plans an October 2013 wedding at Historic Mt. Gilead Church in Kearney. A reception will follow at Mellons Banquet Hall and Country Cottages in Lawson. The couple will reside in Lawson after marriage.
Gladstone Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram helped raise $2,550 for Chapel Hill Elementary School and $2,070 for Ren ner E lement a r y School with two separate events in the Chrysler brand’s Drive for the Kids program. Participants earned a $10 contribution to the school on their behalf from the Chrysler brand by taking a brief test drive in select vehicles.
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Community Calendar BUNCO: The Gladstone Community Center will host two bunco sessions. Check-in will start at 1 and 6 p.m., with the first rolls of the dice at 1:15 and 6:15 p.m. Registration continues through Wednesday, Oct. 9, and there is limited space available. The cost to play is $5 for community center members and $7 for non-members. For more information, visit www.gladstonecommunitycenter. com or call 423-4200. GOP: The Clay County Pachyderm Club will sponsor a discussion on the proposed county constitution on the November ballot at 6 p.m. at Pizza Ranch, 116 Stewart Court in Liberty. The cost is free for members and $5 for nonmembers. NORTHAVEN HILLS: The Northaven Hills Neighborhood Group meeting will be at 7 p.m. in the gym at Fairview Christian Church, 1800 NE 65th St. in Gladstone. Scott Wingerson, assistant city manager for Gladstone, will be the featured speaker. For more information, call 459-9995. BIBLE CAFE: Bible Cafe is from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at First Christian Church, 2018 Gentry St. in North Kansas City. TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 787 meets from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at North Kansas City Hospital Pavilion in the Frontier Room.
For information, call Linda at 591-9772.
Friday, Oct. 11 CONCERT: The North Star Community band, under the direction of Faye Rader, will present its fall concert, “Strange Brew,” at 7:30 p.m. in the Oak Park High School Auditorium, 825 NE 79th Terrace in Kansas City. The concert is free. EBOOKS: “Downloading eBooks for NOOK eReaders,” a program for adults, will begin at 10 a.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library. The program is a demonstration only. Other e-readers will not be covered. Registration is required. FALL FLING: Faubion United Methodist Church, 72nd Street and North Troost Avenue, will have its Fall Fling Sale 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Sunday, Oct. 13
COAST GUARD: Division 30 of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will hold its fall conference and business meeting at 10 a.m. the Clay County Courthouse Annex, 1901 NE 48th St. in Kansas City. 5K: Run for a Child, a benefit for Rachel House Pregnancy Resource Centers, will begin at 8:30 a.m. at Penguin Park, North Vivion Road and North Norton Avenue in Kansas City. To register or for more information, visit
CONCERT: The Northwinds Symphonic Band will begin its concert season at 4 p.m. in the Park Hill High School auditorium, 7703 NW Barry Road in Kansas City. Admission is free. 5K: The third annual Bill Cross 5K Walk/Run for BackSnack will begin at 8 a.m. at Zona Rosa. This race is in memory of local educator Bill Cross. All proceeds will go towards Harvesters’ BackSnack program in the Northland that currently supplies backpacks of
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MENTAL HEALTH: The Northland family support group organized by the National Alliance on Mental Illness will meet at 6 p.m. at Tri-County Mental Health Services, 3100 NE 83rd St. in Kansas City. INTERNET: Internet 102, a program for adults, will begin at 2 p.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library. Topics include search engines, bookmarks and spyware. Registration is required. FARMERS MARKET: The Gladstone Farmer’s Market will be open 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays May through October in the Hy-Vee parking lot at Northeast 72nd Street and North Prospect Avenue. TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets 9 to 10 a.m. weekly at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6409 NW 72nd St. in Kansas City North.
Thursday, Oct. 17 NORTHAVEN 2: The Northaven 2 neighborhood meeting will be at 7 p.m. at Fairview Christian Church, 1800 NE 65th St. The guest speaker will be Melinda Mehaffy, economic development administrator for the city of Gladstone. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
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HEALTH: “Healthy and Fit Over 50,” a program for adults, will begin at 7 p.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library. Registration is required. HEALTH INSURANCE: Certified application counselors from the Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center will be available in the main lobby of the Clay County Public Health Center, 800 Haines Drive in Liberty, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday in October to assist in answering questions about the Health Insurance Marketplace. No appointment is needed to visit with the counselor. WRONGFUL IMPRISIONMENT: The program “Wrongly Accused: A Rush to Judgment Destroys a Life” will be presented at 7 p.m. at Lifetree Café, 6317 NE Antioch Road, Suite 3W, in Gladstone. DEMOCRATS: The Northland Democratic Club will meet at North Kansas City Public Library, 2251 Howell St. in North Kansas City, MO 64116. A social gathering will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by the business meeting at 7 p.m. State Rep. Jay Swearingen of District 18 in southwest Clay County will be the speaker. He is also a candidate for state auditor. STORYTIME: Toddler storytime will be at 10 a.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library.
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SELF DEFENSE: “Women’s Personal Safety: A Conversation” will be presented from 6 to 8 p.m. at Northland Neighborhoods, 4420 NE Chouteau Trafficway, in partnership with Greenhaven Neighborhood Association and Kansas City police officers Shelly Gaddis and Rick Cartwright. ANIME: An anime movie night for teens will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library. Registration is required. QUILTERS: Antioch Library Quilters and Stitchers will meet at 10 a.m. to noon at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library. Registration is required. READING: Beginning Readers will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Antioch branch of MidContinent Public Library. STORYTIME: Preschool storytime will be at 10 a.m. at the Antioch branch of Mid-Continent Public Library. TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 1072 meets weekly from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Thursdays at Kansas City North Community Center, 3930 NE Antioch Road.
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Sunday Worship ............ 9:00, 10:15 & 11:30 am Children’s Sunday School.....9:00, 10:15 & 11:30 am Pre-K - 5th Grade Sunday School .........10:15 am
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NORTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
6 1441 NE Englewood Rd. Sunday Service ....................... 10:30 am Sunday School ..........................9:15 am Rev. Seth Wheeler Childcare Available www.northminsterkc.org 453-2545
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NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING To Be Held On January 30, 2014 Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”) of CCSB Financial Corp. (the “Company”) will be held at the Company’s main office located at 1178 West Kansas Street, Liberty, Missouri, on Thursday, January 30, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., local time. The Annual Meeting is for the purpose of considering and acting upon the election of directors, the ratification of independent auditors and any such other matters as may properly come before the Annual Meeting, or any adjournments thereof. The Board of Directors is not aware of any other business to come before the Annual Meeting. Any action may be taken on the foregoing proposals at the Annual Meeting on the date specified above, or on any date or dates to which the Annual Meeting may be adjourned. The date of record that will establish which stockholders will be entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting, and any adjournments thereof, will be announced at a later date. A list of stockholders entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting will be available at the Company’s main office located at 1178 West Kansas Street, Liberty, Missouri for a period of ten days prior to the Annual Meeting and will also be available for inspection at the Annual Meeting. By Order of the Board of Directors /s/ Deborah A. Jones Secretary CCSB Financial Corp. 1178 West Kansas Street Liberty, Missouri 64068 (816) 781-4500 Published in the Liberty Tribune: October 3, 10, 17, 2013
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Kansas City, MO Auction Location: Highway 210 to N. Brighton, N to 34th St., left on 34th (turns to Lister Ave.) and follow to auction. Watch for signs.
468 Spring - Liberty 3BR, 1.5BA, 1car, $850, early pymnt discount, screening, No Sec. 8. 816-781-6975 Beautiful duplex, 3 BR, 3.5 BA, Approx. 1500 sq.ft., 2 car garage, near 169 & Englewood Rd., 816-8136787 or 816-213-8298.
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Beautiful office space for lease in Liberty. 300-1500 sq.ft., utilities included. Call 816-781-2520.
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Excelsior Springs Nursing and Rehab is seeking part-time and full-time C.N.A.’s for All Shifts. Please apply in person at
Financial
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Shop 7 top insurers with one call. Respected independent agency can give you rate/coverage comparison. Save TIME and money. www.piakc.com. 816-479-0595, 5 Victory Lane, Ste. 102 in Liberty.
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Help Wanted
Seasonal Help Wanted Work Mon. - Sun., apply in Red Barn, noon -7pm Mon.- Fri. at Carolyn’s Pumpkin Patch, 17607 NE 52nd St. Liberty, MO 64068. www.carolynscountrycousins.com
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CDL A DRIVERS Full-time- Day & Night Positions Local- Van or Flatbed exp. 2 yrs. exp. required Great Pay- - Benefits Available Call 816-231-0403 CDL CLASS B DRIVERS Need Christmas Money? We have Part-Time Saturday Night Work Available. Requires 1 yr. Straight Truck Exp., Clean MVR. Driver Will Handle Freight. Competitive Wages- Immediate Hire. Call 816-231-0403 Drivers: CDL-B: Great Pay. Hometime! No-Forced Dispatch! New Singles from St. Joseph to surrounding states. TruckMovers.com 888-567-4861
Healthcare
1003 Meadowlark Lane Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 ~ No Phone Calls Please ~ Golden Living Center Smithville has openings for a Full time and Part time Cook/Dietary Aide. Experience preferred with therapeutic diets. Days and Evenings available. To schedule an interview please contact Nathan Bright, DSM at 816532-0888 or you can come by 106 Hospital Drive in Smithville, MO to complete and application. Heating and Cooling Apprentice, will train. Please call PENCE’S a t 816-628-6711, M-F 8 am to 5 pm for more info.
Hiring Bartenders 816-734-4887 LABORER needed for concrete work. Prefer experience, but will train the right person. Call for details, then apply in person. Atchison’s Foundations, 816-464-5542. Mid States Forms (Concrete Foundations) is looking to hire General Laborers. No experience necessary. Please call: 816-532-3935 Volunteers needed for clinical research! Receive up to $225/night or $300 referral. Paid studies avail.! Call to qualify! Quintiles: 913-894-5533. Real estate licensing classes start Nov. 4-days/evenings in Gladstone. Free catalog. 816-455-2087. www.realestateprepschool.com
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REGIONAL NURSE Long Term Care experience needed. Must be a self starter. Please contact Debbie at dmenzenberg@romahc.com
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Raytown-64133: 10/10-11-12, 10a4p, 7148 Sterling Ave., Huge sale, power wheel chair, Bruno lift, furniture, antique & vintage items, sewing machine, Fenton crystal, china, W/D, Lawn Boy mower, misc www.classicestatesaleskc.com
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Friday, October 11 Where: Northland Career Center 3100 N.E. 83rd, Suite 1201, Kansas City, MO 64119 (Near the Maple Woods Campus)
40 Open Permanent Positions 250 Seasonal Positions Shifts Available: Mon – Thurs 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mon – Thurs 6:30 p.m. – 5:00 a.m. Fri – Sun 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Requirements: Must be able to lift 50 – 75 lbs
MULTIPLE FAMILIES PARTICIPATING 291 Hwy. & Claywoods Dr. Saturday, Oct. 12 7am-3pm Gladstone- 2000 NE 67th Ter., Collectible sports cards, boxing equipment, toys, clothes, dishes, misc., commercial cleaning equip., office chairs & file cabinet, metal storage cabinet. Thurs., Fri., Sat., 8a-? GladstoneFurniture, men’s clothes, Halloween & Christmas items, exercise equipment many other items. 6610 N Agnes Ave., Fri. & Sat., 8am.
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30+ Family Garage Sale Supporting Cub Scout Pack 299!! Clothing, Electronics, Toys, Household Items & More!! Saturday, October 12 • 7a-2p Barry Rd. & 169 Hwy (next to Target) Gladstone-7309 N. Holmes, Oct. 10, 11 & 12, 8am. Moving Sale. Desk, tools, clthg, housewares etc Gladstone-Multi-family, misc. items. Thurs.-Sat., 8am. 6008 N. Mersington Ave. Kearney- 10/11 & 10/12 • 313 Wildflower Lane, 8a-? Teenage & adult clothes, bikes, toys, fishing equipment, foosball table, other sporting equipment, household items, & much more. Kearney- MASSIVE GARAGE SALE 15 years in the making!!! Friday & Saturday Only! From 10:00am SHARP until 4:00pm at 12020 Ridgeview Road in Holmes Creek neighborhood located off Hwy 33 (Take NE 121st Terrace, Go under the covered bridge, Take your first left on to NE 120th Terrace, Go until you come to the stop sign at the “T” in the road, we are the grey stucco and stone house. Liberty- 1 Day Blowout! Sat. 10/12, 8a-5p, 517 Vivian St., Everything must go! Holiday, collectibles, household, misc. Liberty- 1425 Buckeye Ct., Friday 10/11, noon to 7pm and Saturday, 10/12, 8am-2pm. Boys & girls clothing (0-18mo), car seat, swing, excer-saucers, toys, bicycles & much more! Liberty- 1505 Wellington Way Thurs/Fri/Sat October 10-12, 8:00 to 2:00 - lots of teen, men's and women's clothes and home accessories. Liberty- 1580 Ridgeway Dr., Sat. & Sun., 8a-5p. Furniture, clothing, tools, home decor, lumber & misc. Liberty-
20 year accumulation! Household, 1920’s-30’s kitchen antiques & collectibles, Wizard of Oz collectibles, tools, books, crafts, stamping, sports equipment. Too much to list all! 411 Hooke. Fri.& Sat. Liberty- 305 Westwood Ct. (off Nashua), adult/boys clothes, misc. Thurs. & Fri., 8a-3p. No Early Birds Liberty- 331 Seaport Circle, part of Westwoods Annual Sale. Moving Sale- furniture, electrical appliances, lots misc. Fri. & Sat. 10/11 & 10/12, 8a-4p. Liberty- 4 family, furn., antiques, tools, VHS/DVDs, like a thrift shop. 1221 Owen Dr., Fri., Sat. 8a-5p Liberty- Collectible glassware, mechanics tools, adult clothes, bedroom furniture, Christmas decorations and household items. Fri. 10/11, Sat. 10/12. 8a-4p. 702 Melrose St. Liberty- Garage Sale, 10/10-11-12, 8a-4p. 1628 Tudor Lane. Sofa, love seat, rocker, gift items, books, dishes, elliptical machine. Liberty- Garage Sale, Sat. 10/13, 7a-3p. 710 Goldenrain Tree Dr., lots of women’s plus size clothing- many new or barely used, household items, etc. Liberty-
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Help Wanted
PET SITTER NEEDED to help us keep growing.
For Gladstone and KC North. Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive in all kinds of weather. Internet access. Have cell phone & be able to walk dogs & clean litter boxes. Must be available when needed & live in area needed.
HOLIDAYS, WEEKENDS AND SUMMERTIME ARE A MUST!! FLEXIBLE HOURS, YOU WILL BE BUSY.
Go to our website www.noworriespetcare.net to see our needs, then please contact Randy or Kristy 816-415-9267
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Starting pay: $10.00 - $11.00
● PT, 4-hour shift ● No weekends
Full-Time Certified Licensed Auctioneer and Real Estate Broker
Assisted Living Facility needs PT/FT nights Level I Med Aide. Call Sherra 587-8626 or 289-6759.
Northgate Mobile Estates Claycomo- Quaint neighborhood, close to shopping, schools & hwys. Single lots $315. Water and sewer paid, yards mowed.
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Terms & Conditions: Cash or check with 10% earnest money with the signing of the purchase agreement and the balance within 30 days at closing. Title insurance will be furnished by the Seller and the taxes will be pro-rated to closing. A 10% buyer’s premium will be added to the final bid to determine the total price. Property will be sold as is. Property will be subject to seller’s approval.
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2BR, 1BA, bungalow near Parvin & Chouteau, $625, call after 5pm. 816-808-6819. Recently reduced house in Liberty, 2 BR, 1 BA, full basement, nice corner lot, 816-781-1672.
Due to the death of Marie Alice Timberlake, we have been selected to offer the real estate that consists of the following.
Home: 3 bedroom, tri-level home, large living room, dining room, 2 baths, eat-in kitchen w/built-in range and hood, full finished basement with bar, hardwood floors and carpet, large two-car garage, nice yard with garden spot, fenced back yard, rear cement patio, small garden shed, blinds and curtains, and much more. Legal Description: Lot 30, Block 4, CHOUTEAU ESTATES, an addition in Kansas City, Clay County, Missouri. Taxes: The real estate taxes, for the year 2012 were $1,588.17.
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Looking for self motivated and self starter Athletic Trainer to work retail in Durable Medical. We are located on the campus of North Kansas City hospital. You will service physicians and patients and athletes for bracing, splinting and fitting of various durable medical equipment. You must be reliable, dependable and like working with the public. Clerical skills needed are cash register, reports, inventory, phones, fax and various billing experience as well. Full time position, 90 day probation period, holiday and sick time. Those interested please email me at btebbe@dfportho.com
Located behind Seaport off Kansas Ave. Look for garage sale signs, Good Finds!
Fri. & Sat. Oct. 11-12 • 8a-3p Liberty-Brookview Gardens Driveway Sale exercise equip,tools, 2 mini refrigerators, microwave, telescope, bedroom furniture, golf bags & clubs, pottery, seasonal Friday & Sat 7:30-2:00 1317 Middlebrook Dr. Riverside-922 NW Valley Ln, Fri & Sat 10/11-12, 9am-4pm. Nice hshld items & decor, microwave, Xmas misc., pottery & brass, All Excellent
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Dorothy K Beck Living Estate AUCTION of REAL ESTATE & ANTIQUES Sat., OCTOBER 19th, 2013 • 11:00 AM
I-35N, exit 9, southeast on Chouteau Tfwy., south on N. Cleveland Ave.
Pre-registrations is required before Auction
VEHICLES W/RESERVE: 1987 BMW K75S red Sport Touring motorcycle w/32K; 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190E wht. w/blk. leather interior, 4-cyl., auto., MO 64119 full power, 116K, never driven in winter. ANT./COLL.: coin collection inc. MS63 or better Morgan silver dollars w/Carson City and Choice Brilliant Unc. Gold 1872 German 10 Mark, baby clothes and quilts, 60+ die-cast vehicles, planes, banks, new old stock doll house furniture, trains and accessories (Bachmann, Lionel, Marx), ephemera, buttons, 1932 & 1936 Ford parts, souvenir & Bavarian plates, child’s Golden & Peter Pan records in sleeves, 1960s-1970s gas adv. maps, ©1981 Lionel books, unassembled models in www.libertytribune.com boxes, crocheted doilies, TWA forks & spoons, books, sterling & costume jewelry, embroidered pillow cases & tablecloth, 21st Century very large U.S. & German Army men & vehicles, 1970s-1980s auto parts catalogs, #77 of 3000 bisque doll in box. MISC.: tools, furniture, bedding, new brass faucets in box, much more.
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Terms: Cash or check w/proper ID. Concession. Restrooms.
3 bdrms., 3 baths, level living ranch w/brick and metal siding, hardwoods, finished w/o basement w/mother-in law quarters and a second kitchen. Leads out to magnificent greenhouse. Complete, professional inspection and all repairs done including: Termite, Radon, Whole House, and 1 Year Home Warranty.
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OPEN HOUSE EVENTS: { Local bank present for loan approval } OCT. 12th, Saturday --- noon to 5:00pm OCT. 13, Sunday ---- noon to 5:00pm
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In addition, Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Furniture, Household Items, Tools and Outdoor Items. All will sell to highest bidder. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Liberty Tribune 5% Non-Refundable Deposit on Real Estate
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213 Temple Sells to the highest bid on 10/24 2 bdrm with treed lot & off-street www.libertytribune.com parking this property has great potential! Don't miss the opportunity to own this property at YOUR price! 816-361-2600 or AuctionByMayo.com for details & pics.
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Sunday, October 13 • 11 AM 3527 N. Lister Ave. Kansas City, MO Auction Location: Highway 210 to N. Brighton, N to 34th St., left on 34th (turns to Lister Ave.) and follow to auction. Watch for signs.
Real Estate 1:00 P.M. See Details in Real Estate Section
PERSONAL PROPERTY Household: Appliances: Large side-by-side Whirlpool refrigerator; small refrigerator; Kenmore washer and Gas dryer; Hoover upright vacuum; Optima upright vacuum. Furniture: Two recliners; love seat; coffee tables; lamp tables; wardrobe; round oak table with four chairs; two curio cabinets; maple bookcase; glider rocker; wingback chair; small entertainment center; sofa sleeper; maple five-drawer chest; trundle bed; two four-drawer chests; small desk; small bookcase. Other Household Items: Small kitchen appliances; Singer sewing machine; kitchen pots, pans, dishes, etc.; linens and bedding. Antiques & Collectibles: Five retro bar stools; oak sewing rocker; drum table; tip-up table; high chair; Duncan Phyfe dining table with chairs and hutch; Lane cedar chest; oak lamp table; full-size four-piece walnut bedroom set; fruit jars; Perfection heater; early potty chair; crystal and Fostoria dishes; three sets of silver plate flatware; dishes; cast iron lamps; coal oil lamps; early newspaper; beer steins; Victor oil seal cabinet; dolls; costume jewelry; and lots of other miscellaneous collectibles. Tools and Miscellaneous: Tecumseh gas powered post hole digger; yard items; lawn chairs; hand tools; power tools; camping items; file cabinet; metal shelving; Christmas items; two sets of lawn tables and chairs; aluminum extension ladder; wood step ladder; and many other items of value too numerous to mention. Auctioneer’s Note: This home is in very good condition and ready to move in. For more information or a personal showing call auctioneer. Terms & Conditions: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard and Discover. Everything will be sold as is. Please plan to attend this auction. Food and restrooms will be available.
Special Auction 2665 Second Creek Road • Smithville, MO Due to the passing of my husband Jim Ratliff I will hold an auction. Directions: Traveling 169 Hwy at south edge of Smithville, MO. go west on Highway 92 approx. 1 1/2 miles then north on Second Creek Road to 2665 Second Creek Rd, Smithville, MO. Signs posted.
Thursday,Oct. 17 -10:30 AM Partial list- 1963 I H Farmall tricycle tractor, J.D. 6’ bush hog, 3 pt. blade, 16’ flatbed trailer, utility 5’x8’ trailer, Simplicity ZT 18HP -50” cut 0-turn mower. Beautiful antique & collectible furniture, several guns, large list of antiques & collectibles, Goebel-Hummel collection 40+ pieces, Flo-Blue many pieces, shop & power tools, modern household. Very good auction. Full list with many pictures on our website. www.pickettauction.com Donice & (Late) Jim Ratliff Terms Cash- Not Responsible For Accidents Eddie Pickett Auction Service Inc. (816)632-0700
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ABSOLUTE REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS 407 E. Broadway Ave Sells to the highest bid on 10/24 Located off Isley Blvd in Excelsior Springs, this property has 3 units ready for rehab. Great investment property with potential! Don't miss the opportunity to own this property at YOUR price! 816-361-2600 or AuctionByMayo.com for details & pics.
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Saturday, Oct. 12 • 11:00 AM 14017 92 Hwy., Kearney MO I-35 to 92 Hwy. West to Auction.
02 Mustang MTL16 Skid Steer on Tracks; Grapple, Forks; 05 Montana LG4940C 4x4 Trctr w/ Cab & Frnt Loader; 3pt 6ft Mwr; 3pt 5ft Tiller; Post Hole Digger; 3pt 250 Seeder; 3pt 55 Gal Sprayer w/ 10ft Boom; 02 Dodge Ram 4x4 Flatbed w/ Rsrv; Kawasaki Teryx 4x4 ATV; Mini Bike; Yazoo Kees 61in Zero Trn Mwr; Walk Behind Brsh Cutter; JD Pwr Wshr; 5K watt Gen; Crftsmn Wire Welder; Tools; Guns; 9pc Drum Set w/ 5pc Symbols; Elect Guitar; Amps; 08 MU Helmet; Quality Furn; Cherry Din Tbl & Chrs; Lexington King Size 5pc Bdrm Set; Lots Furn.; Maytag Washer & Dryer; Lots Hshld; Off road parking. See Website for Photos! S TE V E R ITTE R A U CT ION E x. Sp gs . , MO • (81 6) 63 0 -1252 St ev e & St e ve n Rit t er
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408 & 410 E. Broadway Ave Sells to the highest bid on 10/24 408 & 410 E. Broadway Ave – Sells to the highest bid on 10/24. These 2 properties have 11 units, combined. With vaulted ceilings, bay windows & off-street parking, these investment properties have cash flow potential! Don't miss the opportunity to own these properties at YOUR price! 816-361-2600 or AuctionByMayo.com for details & pics. 415 E. Broadway Ave Sells to the highs bid on 10/24 3 Unit property with 1 & 2 bdrm units. With a covered porch and hardwood floors, this property makes for a great investment with cash flow potential! Don't miss the opportunity to own this property at YOUR price! 816-361-2600 or AuctionByMayo.com for details & pics.
418 E. Broadway Ave Sells to the highest bid on 10/24 This property boasts 3 units with vaulted ceilings and covered porch. Don't miss the opportunity to own this property at YOUR price! 816-361-2600 or AuctionByMayo.com for details & pics.
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THE CONSTITUTION OF CLAY COUNTY, MISSOURI [Drafted and Submitted by the Clay County Constitution Commission] Preamble
We the People of Clay County, Missouri, do hereby establish and adopt this Constitution as the fundamental law of our county government in order to avail ourselves of the benefits and responsibilities of home rule powers, increase citizen participation, improve efficiency, provide for a responsive and cooperative county government, and to assure the people the right and opportunity to make changes in our government. ARTICLE I CORPORATE NAME, BOUNDARIES, POWERS AND DEFINED TERMS Section 1.01. ADOPTION OF COUNTY CONSTITUTION. This Constitution is adopted by the people of Clay County, Missouri, pursuant to Article VI, Sections 18(m) through 18(r) of the Missouri Constitution. Section 1.02. NAME. The name of the County as it operates under this Constitution shall continue to be “Clay County.” The County shall be so named in all actions or proceedings affecting its rights, powers, properties, and duties. Section 1.03. BOUNDARIES. The boundaries of the County as it operates under this Constitution shall be those presently designated by law or hereafter prescribed by applicable law. Section 1.04. COUNTY SEAT. The seat of County government shall continue to be Liberty, Missouri. Section 1.05. POWERS OF THE COUNTY. Except as explicitly limited in this Constitution or prohibited by the Missouri Constitution: A. The County shall have all powers of county constitution self-government that are now or hereafter authorized by applicable law. These powers include those provided by Missouri Law when this Constitution was adopted and those provided by any Missouri Law adopted later. B. The County shall have all the powers necessary and incidental to exercise any other powers that may be implied in the powers granted. C. The explicit stating of a power in this Constitution or in any Missouri Law is not to be construed as denying or limiting any other power. Section 1.06. LIMITATIONS OF POWERS. The government established in this Constitution shall not: A. Impose any new tax unless the same is authorized by the voters at a regular or special election and pursuant to the Missouri Constitution. B. Increase the maximum cumulative property tax rate for all funds above fourteen cents ($.14) per hundred dollars ($100) of assessed valuation unless the same is authorized by the voters at a regular or special election and pursuant to the Missouri Constitution. C. Acquire any rights or powers over the operation of the Clay County Circuit Court or any of its divisions, except as specifically provided herein and under Missouri Law. D. Acquire any rights or powers over or pertaining to the operation of any incorporated municipality, school district, road district, water district, fire district, levee district, the Clay County Health Center or other district or political subdivision established by Missouri Law, that are not granted by Missouri Law to First Class Constitution Counties. Section 1.07. EXERCISE OF POWERS. All county powers shall be exercised as provided by this Constitution or, if this Constitution makes no provision, by Ordinance or Resolution of the County Council. Section 1.08. CONSTRUCTION. The county powers under this Constitution shall be construed liberally in favor of the County. Grants of specific powers shall not be construed as a limit on the general powers of the County. The specific mention of particular powers in the Constitution shall not be construed as limiting in any way the general powers stated herein. Reference to the Missouri Constitution and Missouri Laws in this Constitution shall be construed as a continuing reference to them as they may be amended from time to time. This Constitution and the Ordinances enacted hereunder shall supersede special and general laws of Missouri that are inconsistent with this Constitution and Ordinances, to the extent permitted by the Missouri Constitution. Section 1.09. LEGAL ACTIONS INVOLVING THE COUNTY. In any legal actions by or against the County, the County as a corporate body shall be the party named and may appear and participate in the cause on behalf of the County department, officer or employee named in such cause. Nothing in this Constitution shall be construed as a waiver of sovereign immunity. Section 1.10. INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS. In the exercise of its powers or in the performance of its duties, the County may authorize participation in any function, project or activity with any one or more governments, governmental agencies, municipal corporations, or private agencies or corporations in any manner permitted by law, and may share the responsibilities and costs of such function, project or activity. Section 1.11. SEVERABILITY. If any article, section, subsection, sen tence, clause, or provision of this Constitution or the application thereof shall be held invalid for any reason, the remainder of the Constitution and any Ordinances, Resolutions, or Regulations made hereunder shall remain in full force and effect. If the application of the Constitution or any of its provisions to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the application of the Constitution and its provisions to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. Section 1.12. DEFINITIONS. As used in this Constitution, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning: Constitution. The Constitution of Clay County, Missouri. Council Member. A Person serving as a member of the County Council as provided in this Constitution. County. Clay County, Missouri. County Council Members. The Council Members of the County Council including all District Council Members and the Council Chair. Majority Vote of the County Council. The affirmative vote of four (4) County Council Members. Person. A natural person, whether male or female. Prosecuting Attorney. The prosecuting attorney of Clay County, Missouri. Quorum. Four (4) County Council Members. Residency. Place where a Person has a true, fixed, and permanent home and principal establishment and to which, whenever absent, has the intention of returning. Resident. A Person whose Residency is Clay County, Missouri. Sheriff. The sheriff of Clay County, Missouri.
ARTICLE II COUNTY COUNCIL Section 2.01. GENERAL POWERS. All county powers shall be vested in the County Council, except as otherwise provided by law or this Constitution, and the County Council shall provide for the exercise thereof and for the performance of all duties and obligations imposed on the County by law. Section 2.02. COUNCIL DISTRICTS. The County shall be divided into six (6) numbered Council Districts, which shall be determined by an apportionment commission as provided in Article X of this Constitution. The Council Districts shall be subject to re-apportionment at least once every ten years to coincide with the federal decennial census, according to the procedure set forth in Article X of this Constitution. Section 2.03. COMPOSITION. The County Council shall be a governing body of citizen legislators composed of seven (7) members, including the County Chair. The County Council Members shall be elected as follows: A. County Chair. The County Chair shall be elected by the qualified voters of the County at large. B. District Council Member. One member shall be elected by the qualified voters from each of the six (6) Council Districts. Section 2.04. QUALIFICATIONS. To be elected or appointed to the County Council, a Person shall possess the following qualifications: A. Be a citizen of the United States of America. B. Be a Resident and registered voter of the County for a period of at least twelve (12) months immediately prior to election or appointment and, if a District Council Member, be a Resident of the District for a period of at least twelve (12) months immediately prior to election or appointment, from which elected and remain such a Resident throughout the term of office. C. Not be in arrears in the payment of any taxes collected by the County as of the date of election or appointment. D. Not have been found guilty of or pleaded guilty to a felony or misdemeanor under the federal laws of the United States of America or a felony under the laws of the State of Missouri. E. Any County Council Member who ceases to be a Resident of the
County or District from which elected or appointed shall be disqualified, and the office shall be deemed vacant. F. The County Council shall be the sole judge of the qualifications of its members. Section 2.05. TERM OF OFFICE. A. Length of term. All members of the Council shall serve a term of four (4) years, commencing the first Monday of May following election, except for the first members of the Council elected under this Constitution who shall serve such terms as provided in paragraph B of this section. B. Initial length of term – exception. At the first election under this Constitution, the initial term of office for County Council Members shall be as follows: 1. Council Chair. The Council Chair shall serve a four-year term. 2. District Council Member. District Council Members elected from odd-numbered Council Districts shall serve a two-year term; District Council Members elected from even-numbered Council Districts shall serve a four-year term. Section 2.06. COMPENSATION AND EXPENSES. A. Salary. The salary of the Council Chair shall be $2,000 per month. The salary of all other members of the Council shall be $1,000 per month. B. Change of salary. There shall be no increase in the salaries of the County Chair or the County Council Members except upon approval of the County voters. C. Expenses. County Council Members shall receive their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties of office. D. Benefits. County Council Members shall not be eligible for any benefits such as health insurance or any pension or retirement paid for in part or completely by the County. Section 2.07. COUNTY CHAIR - POWERS AND DUTIES. The Council Chair shall: A. Be the chief elected officer of the County and the official representative of the County. B. Officiate and preside at all County Council meetings when in attendance. C. Vote on all matters. D. Not have veto power. E. Call special County Council meetings as deemed necessary and in such manner as permitted or required by law. F. Represent the County and perform other duties as may be prescribed by law. G. Appoint, with the consent of not fewer than five (5) County Council Members, the members of all County Boards and Commissions, or other bodies as established by applicable law or County Ordinance, except as otherwise provided in this Constitution. H. Recommend to the County Council such measures as may tend to improve the County government and the general well being of the people. I. Deliver an annual state of the County public address on the economic, physical, and social conditions of the County, as well as reporting on its accomplishments and future direction. J. Possess all other powers granted by this Constitution or by applicable state law. Section 2.08. COUNTY VICE-CHAIR. At the first meeting of the County Council after each County Council election, the County Council Members shall elect a Council Member to serve as Vice-Chair. The ViceChair will preside over the meetings of the County Council and exercise the powers and perform the duties of the County Chair during the Council Chair’s temporary absence or disability. Should a vacancy in the position of County Vice-Chair occur for whatever reason, at the next meeting of the County Council, the County Council Members shall elect another Council Member to serve as Vice-Chair. Section 2.09. PROHIBITIONS. A. Non--interference. County Council Members may communicate with County employees, officers or agents for the purpose of inquiry or information, but no County Council Member, including the Council Chair, shall give directions to or interfere with any employee, officer or agent. B. Holding Other Office. No County Council Member shall hold any other elected public office during the term for which the Member was elected to the County Council. Nothing contained in this paragraph, however, shall prevent any County Council Member from holding any position with any political party. C. Compensated Office or Employment after Leaving Office. A County Council Member shall not be appointed, hired or otherwise hold any other non-elected compensated position with the County while in office or until twelve months after leaving office. Section 2.10. VACANCIES, FORFEITURE OF OFFICE AND FILLING OF VACANCIES. A. Vacancies. The office of a County Council Member shall become vacant upon the member’s death, resignation, removal from office, or forfeiture of office in any manner prescribed by this Constitution or law. B. Forfeiture of Office. A County Council Member shall forfeit that office if the County Council Member: 1. Lacks at any time during the term of office for which elected any qualification for the office prescribed by this Constitution or by law. 2. Is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to have violated any express prohibition of this Constitution. 3. Is found guilty of or pleaded guilty to a felony or misdemeanor under the federal laws of the United States of America or a felony under the laws of the State of Missouri. C. Filling Vacancies. 1. County Chair. If there is a vacancy in the office of the County Chair, the replacement for the County Chair will not necessarily be the member then serving as Vice-Chair. The County Council by a Majority Vote of the County Council shall select one of its members to serve as County Chair until the next election date when a new County Chair will be elected to fill any unexpired term of the previously-elected County Chair. The vacancy created by the replacement of the County Chair will be filled in accordance with paragraph 2 below. 2. Council Members. If there is a vacancy in the office of any District County Council Member, the County Council by a Majority Vote of the County Council shall appoint a new District County Council Member who meets the qualifications to be the District Council Member, to serve until the next election date when a new District County Council Member will be elected to fill any unexpired term. Section 2.11. MEETINGS. County Council Meetings shall be held and conducted as provided by Ordinance and law. The County Council shall hold its meetings at times and places that allow the general public the opportunity to attend and participate in such meetings, except to the extent state law authorizes executive sessions. Minutes shall be kept of each public meeting, and the votes taken shall be recorded therein. Section 2.12. ACTIONS. Every legislative act of the County Council shall be by Ordinance. Non-legislative acts of the County Council may be by Resolution, and except as otherwise provided by law, a Resolution shall not have the force and effect of law. Section 2.13. ORDINANCES. A. Every Ordinance shall be introduced in writing and in the form required for final adoption. B. Ordinances shall be initiated as bills, which shall be passed only after two (2) readings. Reading of bills may be by title only. No bill shall become an Ordinance except by Majority Vote of the County Council. C. An Ordinance is required to: 1. Adopt or amend an administrative code. 2. Establish, alter or abolish any County department, office or agency. 3. Provide for a fine or other penalty. 4. Levy taxes. 5. Grant, renew or extend a franchise. 6. Regulate the rate charged by any public utility, to the extent otherwise legally permissible. 7. Authorize the borrowing of money. 8. Convey, lease or authorize conveyance or leasing of any County property. 9. Regulate land use, zoning or development, or pertaining to public health, police powers or traffic enforcement. 10. Adopt the annual budget. 11. Provide for appropriations. 12. Amend or repeal any Ordinance previously adopted. D. Ordinance Procedures. No Ordinance shall contain more than one subject, which subject shall be expressed in its title. The County Council shall ensure that proposed Ordinances are available in advance of public hearings on any Ordinance, and that no Ordinance
shall be considered with less than twenty-four (24) hours notice to the public of the time and place of the consideration of the Ordinance. At the hearing, the County Council may approve or reject any Ordinance, but if a proposed Ordinance is amended as to any matter of substance, the amended sections shall be subject to the rules of a newly introduced Ordinance. E. Emergency Ordinances. Any proposed Ordinance may be enacted as an Emergency Ordinance if the County Council finds and plainly states in the Ordinance that an emergency exists and that the Ordinance is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety or welfare. An emergency bill shall be introduced in the form and the manner prescribed for Ordinances. It shall set forth the facts in clear and specific terms to support the declaration of an emergency. No emergency bill shall become an Emergency Ordinance except by the affirmative vote of five (5) County Council Members. An Emergency Ordinance may not levy taxes; grant, renew or extend a franchise; regulate the rate charged by any public utility; or authorize the borrowing of money. An Emergency Ordinance may be repealed by adoption of a Repealing Ordinance in the same manner specified in this section for adoption of an Emergency Ordinances. F. Effective Date of Ordinances. Ordinances shall become effective when approved and signed by the County Chair or at such later date as may be specified therein. If not signed by the County Chair within three (3) days of passage by the County Council, then such Ordinance shall immediately thereafter become effective. G. Adoption by Reference. Ordinances may, by reference, adopt in whole or in part Missouri state statutes or any recognized, printed codes or compilations. H. The enacting clause of all Ordinances shall be “BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNTY COUNCIL OF CLAY COUNTY, MISSOURI.” The County Council shall establish by Ordinance procedures to regularly codify ordinances typically codified, to correct deficiencies and conflicts, and to remove obsolete provisions from the code. Complete copies of the code shall be furnished to County officers, libraries, and placed in public offices for free public reference. If the County has a website, a complete copy of the code shall be placed thereon for public viewing. Section 2.14. RULES OF PROCEDURE. Except as otherwise herein provided, the County Council shall adopt by Ordinance rules of procedure governing the time, place and conduct of its meetings and hearings and the introduction, publication, consideration, and adoption of Ordinances. All County Council votes, except for procedural voting, shall be by roll call and the yeas and the nays shall be recorded. Section 2.15. COUNCIL SUBPOENA POWERS. The County Council may, as part of the legislative process, make investigations into the affairs of the County and the conduct of any County department, office or agency and for this purpose may subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, take testimony and require the production of evidence, and may invoke the aid of any court of competent jurisdiction to carry out such powers.
ARTICLE III COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Section 3.01. CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER. The County Administrator shall be the chief administrative officer of the County and shall be responsible to the County Council for administration of all County government affairs. Section 3.02. APPOINTMENT. The County Council shall appoint by a Majority Vote of the County Council, based on education and experience in public administration, a professional County Administrator. The County Administrator need not be a Resident of the County or state at the time of appointment, but shall establish Residency within 90 days of such appointment and maintain Residency within the County thereafter. The County Administrator shall not engage in any other business or occupation while serving as County Administrator. The County Council shall establish by Ordinance the County Administrator’s salary. Section 3.03. REMOVAL. The County Administrator may be removed, with or without cause, by a vote of five (5) of the County Council Members. Section 3.04. POWERS AND DUTIES. The County Administrator shall: A. Be directly responsible for the daily administrative and operational functions of county government and for all offices thereof, except for elected offices as provided by this Constitution. B. Oversee the preparation of the annual recommended budget and capital program and present to the County Council. C. Appoint, hire, suspend, demote, fire, or remove all county employees and appointed administrative officers provided for by or under this Constitution, except as otherwise provided by law, this Constitution, or personnel rules adopted pursuant to this Constitution. D. Attend and participate in all County Council Meetings, except any meeting in which the job performance of the County Administrator is the business under consideration. E. Assist the County Chair in the preparation of meeting agendas, Resolutions, rules, regulations, policies, and all such other matters as may be requested by the County Chair. F. Advise the County Council of the County’s financial condition. G. Submit to the County Council, and make available to the public, a complete report on the finances and administrative activities of the County at the end of each fiscal year. H. Make other reports as the County Council may require regarding the operations of County departments, offices and agencies subject to the County Administrator’s supervision. I. Perform any other duties as may be required or assigned by the County Council. Section 3.05. ABSENCE OF THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR. The County Administrator may designate another County officer or employee to exercise the powers and perform the duties of the County Administrator during the County Administrator’s temporary absence or disability. By a Majority Vote of the County Council such designation may be revoked at any time and another County officer or employee appointed to serve temporarily as County Administrator.
ARTICLE IV ELECTED COUNTY OFFICERS Section 4.01. ELECTED OFFICES DESIGNATED. The Prosecuting Attorney and the Sheriff shall be elected by the qualified voters of the County. Section 4.02. PROSECUTING ATTORNEY AND SHERIFF – POWERS AND DUTIES. The Prosecuting Attorney and Sheriff shall perform such duties and have such authority for their respective offices as established from time to time by the laws of Missouri pertaining to constitutional counties or counties of the first class. Section 4.03. QUALIFICATIONS – PROSECUTING ATTORNEY. To be elected or appointed the Prosecuting Attorney, a Person shall possess the following qualifications: A. Be a citizen of the United States of America. B. Be a Resident and registered voter in the County. C. Be a licensed attorney in Missouri. Section 4.04. QUALIFICATIONS – SHERIFF. To be elected or appointed the Sheriff, a Person shall possess the following qualifications: A. Be a citizen of the United States of America. B. Be a Resident and registered voter in the County. C. Be POST certified by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission for a first class county on the day of assumption of the office of sheriff. Section 4.05. TERM OF OFFICE. The election of the Prosecuting Attorney and the Sheriff shall be held on the regular general county election date in April at the time established by state law. A. The Prosecuting Attorney and the Sheriff shall serve a term of four (4) years commencing the first Monday of May following election, except for the first election under this Constitution as provided in paragraph B of this section. B. Initial term and length of term – exceptions. 1. At the 2014 election under this Constitution, the term of office for the Prosecuting Attorney elected shall begin January 1, 2015 and end on the first Monday in May, 2018. 2. At the 2016 election under this Constitution, the term of office for the Sheriff elected shall begin January 1, 2017 and end on the first Monday in May, 2020. Section 4.06. PROSECUTING ATTORNEY AND SHERIFF – COMPENSATION. A. The salary of the Prosecuting Attorney shall be the same salary as an Associate Circuit Court Judge of comparable time in office unless otherwise provided for under the laws of the State of Missouri applicable to counties of the first class with a constitutional form of government. continued next page
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ARTICLE V ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS Section 5.01. GENERAL PROVISIONS. A. The administration of County government shall be organized in accordance with the terms of this Constitution and Ordinances adopted pursuant to this Constitution. The authority to create, alter or abolish any part of the administration of County government is vested in the County Council, except as otherwise herein established. B. The County Council shall by Ordinance establish the title, authority, and duties of such offices and departments that are required by law and as the County Council deems necessary to conduct the business and affairs of the County. Except as otherwise provided herein, the County Council may adopt by Ordinance changes or modifications to that structure, and shall establish the authority and duties of each such office. The County Council may eliminate, combine, consolidate or otherwise structure the administrative organization of the County in such manner as the County Council determines is efficient, economical and best for serving the citizens of the County. C. The County Administrator may organize and reorganize the offices and responsibilities of the organization consistent with the structure adopted by the County Council and may recommend changes in the administrative organization of the County to the County Council. Any action that creates, abolishes or merges departments shall be by Ordinance. Section 5.02. CIRCUIT CLERK AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR. A. Circuit Clerk. The Circuit Clerk shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of a majority of all judges of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, meeting en banc. The Circuit Clerk shall possess and exercise all powers and duties now or hereafter given to that office for a county of the first class by applicable law except for powers or duties removed or assigned to other offices pursuant to the provisions of this Constitution. B. Public Administrator. The Public Administrator shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of a majority of all judges of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, meeting en banc. The Public Administrator shall possess and exercise all powers and duties prescribed for the office by applicable law. Section 5.03. COUNTY AUDITOR. A. Appointment and Term. The County Auditor shall be appointed by a Majority Vote of the County Council for a term of four (4) years and shall serve as the county budget officer and accounting officer. The County Auditor shall report to the County Administrator and perform such duties as may be assigned by the County Administrator. B. Removal. The County Auditor may be removed from office during the term by a Majority Vote of the County Council, but only for cause. C. Qualifi cations. The County Auditor shall be a citizen of the United States of America, but need not be a Resident of the County or state at the time of appointment, but shall establish Residency within ninety (90) days of such appointment and maintain Residency within the County thereafter. The County Auditor shall be a licensed certified public accountant. Section 5.04 COUNTY COURT. The County shall establish a County Municipal Court with jurisdiction to hear and determine cases involving violations of this Constitution and Ordinances of the County, as provided by applicable law. A. COUNTY MUNICIPAL PROSECUTOR. The County Municipal Prosecutor shall: 1. Have the authority to prosecute violations of County Ordinances, orders, rules, regulations and other non-felony complaint referrals from the Clay County Prosecuting Attorney. 2. Be an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Missouri and shall be a Resident of the County. The County Municipal Prosecuting Attorney may not be a County Council Member. 3. Be an Assistant County Counselor nominated by the County Chair to serve as the County Municipal Prosecutor for the County Municipal Court and approved by a Majority Vote of the County Council. 4. Serve at the pleasure of the County Council, and may be removed with or without cause by a vote of five (5) of the County Council Members. 5. Have salary and benefits as determined by the County Council. B. COUNTY MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE. The County Municipal Judge shall: 1. Adjudicate general County Ordinance violations. 2. Be an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Missouri and shall be a Resident of the County. The County Municipal Court Judge may not be a County Council Member. 3. Be nominated to the County Municipal Court by the County Chair with the approval of a Majority Vote of the County Council. 4. Serve at the pleasure of the County Council, and may be removed with or without cause by a vote of five (5) of the County Council Members. 5. Have salary and benefits as determined by the County Council. C. COUNTY MUNICIPAL COURT ADMINISTRATOR. The County Administrator shall appoint a County Municipal Court Administrator who shall be the administrative officer of the County Municipal Court and exercise all necessary and proper authority to effectively administer the County Municipal Court.
ARTICLE VI MERIT SYSTEM Section 6.01. MERIT SYSTEM COMMISSION. A Merit System Commission shall be established by the County Council to recommend the initial provisions of the Merit System and amendments thereto. The Merit System Commission shall ensure that all personnel policies are equitable and uniformly administered for all County employees except as otherwise provided in this Constitution. The Merit System Commission also shall be responsible for conducting hearings on grievances or appeals filed by County employees concerning the application of Merit System provisions. Section 6.02. MERIT SYSTEM. All appointments, promotions and individual salary adjustments of County employees shall be made on the basis of merit, except as otherwise herein provided. The Merit System shall establish specific criteria and the process for selection, retention, promotion, discipline, and separation based on qualifications. The goal of the Merit System shall be that employment decisions be based on qualifications and performance rather than political considerations and the Merit
System shall be designed to promote professionalism, efficiency and positive employee relations. Any Ordinance adopted by the County Council establishing the Merit System shall consider the input of County employees. To the extent any type of board, commission, committee or similar body is established by Ordinance, or otherwise, to consider any aspect of the Merit System, then not less than one-third of the total membership of such board, commission, committee or similar body shall be employees of the County covered by the Merit System, who shall be voting members of such body and who shall be selected by all County employees covered by the Merit System Section 6.03. MERIT SYSTEM EXEMPTIONS. The County Merit System shall not apply to the following positions: A. Elected county officials. B. The County Administrator. C. The County Auditor. D. The County Counselor, if such position is created by Ordinance. E. The Circuit Clerk. F. The Public Administrator. G. The attorneys and chief administrative assistant employed by the Prosecuting Attorney’s office. H. The command staff of the Sheriff’s office. Section 6.04. MERIT SYSTEM GUIDELINES. The Merit System shall ensure that County employees covered by the Merit System shall not be personally solicited by or required to pay any assessment or contribution to or perform any service for anyone occupying or seeking employment, nomination or election to public office. The Merit System shall ensure that no County officer or employee shall promise or threaten to promote, suspend, remove or demote any employee under the Merit System for making or refusing to make any contribution for any political party or purpose, or for rendering or refusing any political service. Section 6.05. APPLICABILITY TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES. All persons employed by the County at the time this Constitution is adopted shall be deemed to have been hired under the Merit System required to be established by this Constitution, except those whose positions are exempted herein. Thereafter, all County employees, except those specifically exempted in this Constitution, shall be subject to all provisions of the Merit System. For the purposes of this Constitution, those elected officials holding office at the time this Constitution is adopted shall not be considered to be a part of the Merit System created hereunder.
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ARTICLE VII INITIATIVE, REFERENDUM AND RECALL Section 7.01. DIRECT GOVERNMENT. The people of Clay County reserve to themselves the power to initiate Ordinances, create a Constitution Review Commission, and to enact or reject such proposals at the polls, independent of the County Council. Section 7.02. INITIATIVE. The power of initiative is reserved to the people. Any Ordinance or amendment to an Ordinance, except as limited by this Constitution, may be proposed by filing with the officer in charge of holding elections an Initiative Petition. A. Procedure. 1. Such petitions shall be signed by registered voters equal in number to at least ten (10%) percent of the total votes cast for governor in the County in the last regular general election. 2. The petitioners shall file with the officer designated by the County Council a statement of intent to circulate an initiative petition and shall have a maximum of twelve months to collect the required signatures from the date of filing the statement of intent. 3. Each petition shall contain not more than one subject, which shall be expressed clearly in the title and shall contain the full text of the measure and an enacting clause, which shall read as follows: “Be it enacted by the people of Clay County.” 4. Such petitions shall be filed with such officer designated by the County Council, not less than six (6) months before the next general county election. The County Clerk or such other officer designated by the County Council shall be the sole judge of their sufficiency. 5. The proposed Ordinance shall be submitted to the voters at the next regular county election held after the petition is filed and certified. If no regular county election is to be held within one year of such filing and certification, the County Council shall provide for a special election within the one year period. 6. Copies of the proposed Ordinance shall be made available at the polls. 7. An affirmative vote of a majority of those voting on the proposition shall be sufficient for its adoption. 8. An affirmative vote of a majority of those voting on a proposition to create a Constitution Review Commission shall initiate the process as provided for by the Missouri Constitution for framing and adopting a County Constitution. B. Limitations. The following shall not be subject to initiative: 1. Ordinances concerning appropriations for the budgetary support of County government and the payment of principal and interest on the County’s debts. 2. Ordinances concerning the borrowing of funds in anticipation of taxes. 3. Ordinances directing the issuance of bonds previously authorized at an election. 4. Ordinances establishing any tax levy. 5. Ordinances providing for the compensation or working conditions of County employees. 6. Ordinances providing for redistricting of Council Districts. Section 7.03. REFERENDUM. The power of referendum to approve or reject Ordinances of the County Council is also reserved to the County citizens. A referendum may be ordered on any Ordinance, or any part thereof passed by the County Council, except as limited by this Constitution. A. Procedure. 1. Petitions signed by five hundred (500) registered voters and certified by such officer designated by the County Council, declaring an intent to seek a referendum on a specified Ordinance, shall postpone for forty (40) days the effective date of such Ordinance. 2. Petitions proposing a referendum on such Ordinance and signed by ten (10%) percent of the registered voters equal in number to the total vote for governor at the last regular general election in which a governor was chosen shall be filed with such officer designated by the County Council, who shall be the sole judge of the sufficiency of the petitions. 3. Upon certification of the petitions, the question of approving or rejecting the Ordinance shall be submitted at the next general county election at least sixty (60) days after the petitions are filed. 4. Any measure referred to the people shall take effect when approved by a majority of the votes cast. B. Limitations. The following shall not be subject to referendum: 1. Ordinances concerning appropriations for the budgetary support of County government and the payment of principal and interest on the County’s debts. 2. Ordinances concerning the borrowing of funds in anticipation of taxes. 3. Ordinances directing the issuance of bonds previously authorized at an election. 4. Ordinances establishing, repealing or levying taxes or fees. 5. Ordinances providing for the compensation or working conditions of county employees. 6. Ordinances providing for redistricting of County Council Districts. Section 7.04. RECALL. The power of recall of the County Council Members, including the County Chair, is reserved to the County citizens. The County Chair may be recalled from office by the registered voters of the County. Any District County Council Member may be recalled from office by the registered voters of the District County Council Member’s district. A. Procedure. 1. Any registered voter of the County, or the district for which the officer sought to be removed was chosen, desiring the removal of any such officer may make and file with the county officer designated by the County Council an affidavit stating the name and office of the person whose removal is sought. 2. Attached must be a proposed recall petition in the form required by this Constitution. 3. A receipt will be provided on the same page of the Notice of Recall Petition signed by the designated county officer indicating the date the notice was received, and the date by which the petition must be filed. 4. The designated county official shall provide a form recall notice. B. Recall petition. In addition to those requirements imposed by this Constitution, a recall petition must contain the following: 1. If recall of Council Chair. A recall petition addressed to the County Chair must be signed by registered voters of the County equal in number to at least twenty (20%) percent of the total vote
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ARTICLE VIII COUNTY ELECTIONS Section 8.01. REGULAR ELECTIONS. The regular general county election shall be held in April at the time established by state law. Elections shall be conducted in the manner provided by law for elections of state and county officials to the extent not in conflict with this Constitution. Section 8.02. COUNTY ELECTIONS TO BE ON A NON-PARTISAN BASIS. Elections for all County offices shall be non-partisan and no party affiliation of any kind may appear on the ballot. Section 8.03. PRIMARY ELECTIONS. A. If more than two (2) qualified candidates properly file for any elected office within the County, then the County shall hold a primary election to nominate two (2) candidates for each elected office. The names of the two (2) candidates receiving the greatest number of votes for the position at the primary election shall appear on the ballot in the regular general county election. B. If a primary is required under this section, it shall be held on the Tuesday following the first Monday in March for the nomination of all candidates to be voted for at the next following regular general county election.
ARTICLE IX CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT AND REVIEW Section 9.01. PROPOSAL OF AMENDMENT. Amendments to this Constitution may be framed and proposed: A. By Ordinance of the County Council on approval of not fewer than five (5) of its members to submit a proposed amendment to county voters at the next election; or B. By Initiative of County registered voters. Section 9.02. ADOPTION OF AMENDMENT. If a majority of registered voters of the County voting upon a proposed constitutional amendment vote in favor of it, the amendment shall become effective at the time fixed in the amendment or, if no time is fixed therein, the date of election certification. Section 9.03. CONSTITUTION REVIEW COMMISSION. A. In January, 2023, and every ten (10) years thereafter, a County Constitution Review Commission shall be appointed. B. The Circuit Court Judges of the Seventh Judicial Circuit shall appoint a County Constitution Review Commission. Said Commission shall consist of fourteen (14) residents of Clay County and shall be equally divided between the two political parties casting the greater number of votes at the last preceding gubernatorial election. C. The members of the County Constitution Review Commission shall receive no compensation but the necessary expenses of the County Constitution Review Commission shall be paid by the County. D. The County Constitution Review Commission may draft on or before the following December 31, amendments to this Constitution including an effective date. The County Constitution Review Commission shall then stand discharged and cease to exist. Any proposed amendments to this Constitution must be approved by a vote of at least 60% of the Constitution Review Commission before submission to the voters. E. Any amendments to this Constitution approved by the County Constitution Review Commission shall be submitted to the voters at the April general election following the completion of the County Constitution Review Commission. F. Amendments to this Constitution, if approved by a majority of voters of the County voting thereon at the election, shall take effect on the day set therein.
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THE CONSTITUTION OF CLAY COUNTY, MISSOURI [Drafted and Submitted by the Clay County Constitution Commission] continued shall assign the number by which each district shall be designated. A majority of the Initial Apportionment Commission shall approve an apportionment plan and map which shall be submitted to the county election authority no later than December 15, 2013. 2. If the Initial Apportionment Commission fails to file an apportionment plan and map December 15, 2013, the Initial Apportionment Commission shall turn over all documents to the Presiding Judge of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit and shall stand discharged. Such apportionment shall then be performed by order of the Circuit Court Judges of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, en banc, a majority of whom shall sign and file its apportionment plan and map with the County and the county election authority within fourteen (14) calendar days of the date the Initial Apportionment Commission is discharged. B. Re-apportionment. 1. Following each federal decennial census, the Circuit Court Judges of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, en banc, within thirty (30) calendar days following receipt of the census report shall appoint a Re-Apportionment Commission composed of eight (8) persons, an equal number of whom shall be from each of the two political parties which received the highest number of votes in the last preceding general election in the County. Such Re-Apportionment Commission shall determine the boundary lines of the Council Districts provided for in this Constitution. The Re-Apportionment Commission shall have forty-five (45) calendar days from its appointment to file an apportionment plan 2. A majority of the Re-Apportionment Commission shall approve an apportionment plan and map which shall be submitted to the Presiding Judge of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit and the county election authority no later than forty-five (45) calendar days after the date of appointment. 3. If the Re-Apportionment Commission fails to file an apportionment plan and map within forty-five (45) calendar days of its appointment, the Re-Apportionment Commission shall turn over all documents to the Presiding Judge of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit and the Re-apportionment Commission shall stand discharged. Such apportionment shall be performed by order of the Circuit Court Judges of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, en banc, a majority of whom shall sign and file its apportionment plan and map with the County and the county election authority within thirty calendar days of the date the Re-apportionment Commission is discharged. Section 10.02. UNIFORM BUDGET PROCEDURE. All County departments, offices, agencies and boards shall operate under a unified and uniform budget system. No County officer or employee shall be compensated by fees, and all fees collected by any office, department, agency, or board shall be deposited in the County treasury. No payment shall be made or obligation incurred except in accordance with an appropriation Ordinance duly adopted. Section 10.03 BALANCED BUDGET. The County Council shall adopt an annual balanced budget. Section 10.04. INDEPENDENT AUDIT. The County Council shall provide annually for an independent audit of the accounts and other evidence of financial transactions of the County and of accounts selected by the County Council. Section 10.05. OATH OF OFFICE. Before entering upon the duties of office, every elected and appointed officer of the County shall file with
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Transportation
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Household Goods
Mattress Set- pillow top, brand new- still wrapped in factory plastic, several to choose from. Delivery available. 816-419-8478.
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Health & Beauty
Avon and It Works products available for cash and carry. Weekends only at The Party Place, 4 E. Franklin on the Historic Liberty Square. 407-7088. Visit www.libertypartyplace.com for hours.
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Jewelry
••••••••••••••••••••••••• If you are looking for that special piece of jewelry or looking to get top dollar for your jewelry American Pawn & Gallery is the place to come! 816-468-9600. •••••••••••••••••••••••••
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Build your own charm bracelet or memory locket at The Party Place, 4 E. Franklin, on the Historic Liberty Square. See website for weekend hours: www.libertypartyplace.com 816-407-7088.
Guns For Sale All types, great prices. Call for details! 816-468-9600 Tupperware Sale! Come in an purchase anything off the table and get 10% off at The Party Place. 4 E. Franklin on the Liberty Square. Or, place a catalog order of $50 or more and get a free gift! Shop current sales & catalogs at: www.mytupperware.com/akman
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Musical Instruments
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Wanted Automotive
Section 11.01. APPROVAL AND EFFECTIVE DATE OF CONSTITUTION. If approved by a majority of voters, this Constitution shall become fully effective the day following the election in November, 2013, except as otherwise provided for in this Constitution. This Constitution, to the extent authorized by the Missouri Constitution, shall supersede all laws of Missouri, except as otherwise expressly provided in this Constitution. Section 11.02. ABOLITION OF EXISTING COUNTY OFFICES. A. The elected County offices of Presiding Commissioner, Eastern Commissioner, Western Commissioner, County Assessor, County Collector, County Auditor, County Treasurer, Recorder of Deeds, and Public Administrator are hereby abolished and the terms of office of the current holders of these offices are terminated effective on May 1, 2014. B. The County Assessor, County Collector, County Auditor, County Treasurer, and Recorder of Deeds will continue in office as interim officials and continue to fulfill the duties of their offices as in effect prior to May 1, 2014, until such officials are replaced by appointments made by the County Council. C. The Public Administrator shall continue in office as interim Public Administrator and continue to fulfill the duties of the office as in effect prior to May 1, 2014, until replaced by appointment made by the Circuit Court of Clay County, en banc. D. The County Prosecuting Attorney and County Sheriff shall continue
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Call Today 816-584-1933 816-522-9536
Get ready for winter! Buckner’s Heating & Cooling, now scheduling for fall service. 816-436-1244. Serving the Northland since 1983.
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Masonry
#1JANE A’s Professional Housecleaning, LLC Complete Service, Reasonable Rates, Serving Liberty &The Northland. Supplies Furnished. Insured • Licensed• Bonded 816-868-5024
Chimney cleaning and repair. Inspection sheet included. Over 30 years experience. 816-528-3855.
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FOR SALE BY OWNER Homes for Sale • 10 lines NO REALTORS, • 4 weeks PLEASE! • Free photo • Free border
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Misc. Services
Love to Decorate- Easy and affordable ways to bring pizzazz to your home decor. Call Geri for a free consultation. 816-830-5701.
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Painting
Interior Painting, wallpaper hanging & removal, 15+ yrs. exp. Free estimates. Gail Hunter 816-456-4072. PC’s Interior Painting & Wallpaper removal. Free estimates. Call Joyce 816-726-3370.
S & F PAINTING
Interior/Exterior, Paperhanging Residential/Comm. Quality Work, Reasonable Rates. 24 Years Experience
816-734-5580
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Shall Clay County adopt the proposed county constitution drafted by the Clay County Constitution Commission which was authorized by the Nov 6, 2012 election.
816-584-1933 816-522-9536
For information call
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in office and fulfill the duties of their offices until the expiration of their respective current terms of office. Section 11.03. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS. To the extent not inconsistent or in conflict with the effective operation of this Constitution, all departments, boards, commissions, and agencies currently in existence shall continue in existence until such time as their existence is terminated or modified by action of the County Council. Section 11.04. CONTINUITY OF RECORDS. All departments, officers, boards, commissions, and other agencies provided for in this Constitution or by Ordinance adopted pursuant to it, shall be entitled to the possession of all papers, books, records, documents, maps, plats, and archives now in the possession or under the control of those, respectively, who are superseded under this Constitution by such departments, officers, boards, or other agencies. It shall be the obligation of those holding office at the time that this Constitution becomes effective to maintain all such papers, books, records, documents, maps, plats, and archives and to cooperate with an orderly transition. Section 11.05. TRANSITION COMMITTEE. Upon certification of the results of the initial election of County Council Members, those individuals elected to the first County Council after adoption of this Constitution shall serve as a Transition Committee to effect the orderly transition of the form of government for the County. Section 11.06. LAWS IN FORCE. All County Ordinances, Resolutions, orders and regulations which are in force when this Constitution becomes fully effective are repealed to the extent that they are inconsistent or interfere with the effective operation of this Constitution or of Ordinances or Resolutions adopted pursuant thereto. To the extent that the Constitution and Missouri Law permit, all laws relating to or affecting this County or its agencies, officers or employees which are in force when this Constitution becomes fully effective are superseded to the extent that they are inconsistent or interfere with the effective operation of this Constitution or of Ordinances or Resolutions adopted pursuant thereto. All other laws relating to or affecting this County or its agencies, officers or employees and all other county Ordinances, Resolutions, orders, and regulations that are in force when this Constitution is adopted shall remain in full force and effect until repealed, modified or superseded pursuant to this Constitution. Section 11.07. PENDING MATTERS. All rights, claims, actions, orders, contracts, and legal administrative proceedings shall continue except as modified pursuant to the provisions of this Constitution and in each case shall be maintained, carried on and dealt with by the county department, office or agency appropriate under this Constitution. All matters pending before the County Commission at the time this Constitution becomes fully effective, to the extent such matters are not inconsistent with the provisions of this Constitution, may be acted upon and disposed of as if they had originated and had been introduced under this Constitution.
FOR YOUR GOOD CLEAN USED CAR, TRUCK OR VAN. CALL RICK: 816-781-1026 or 816-223-4655
Musical Instruments Below Wholesale! Guitars, drums, horns, keyboards & amps. All on sale! 816-468-9600.
New & Used Yamaha & Pearl River pianos plus several other brands. Nice selection of Yamaha digital pianos,
ARTICLE XI TRANSITION PROVISIONS
Autos
2006 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER Limited, 4 w/d. One owner. All maintenance records. Excellent condition. 119,000 miles. $12,000 913-837-2613
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the officer designated by the County Council a certificate of election or appointment and shall take an oath or affirmation that the person possesses all the qualifications for the office, will support the Constitution and laws of the United States of America and of the State of Missouri, will observe all provisions of this Constitution and will faithfully discharge the duties of the office. Section 10.06. ADJUSTMENTS TO SALARIES OF COUNTY EMPLOYEES. In addition to salary adjustments based upon merit as described in Section 6.02, the County Council shall also have the authority to grant, at its sole option and discretion, cost of living adjustments for county employees, and shall have the authority to make uniform salary adjustments. Section 10.07. COUNCIL TO DEFINE DUTIES WHEN IN DOUBT. In the event any doubt shall exist as to what County department, office, officer, or agency shall exercise or perform any power or duty conferred or imposed by the Missouri Constitution, by applicable law or by this Constitution, the County Council by Ordinance shall specify by whom such power or duty shall be exercised or performed. Section 10.08. SURVIVAL OF RIGHTS AND ACTIONS. All obligations, debts, judgments or forfeitures in favor of or against Clay County existing before this Constitution was adopted shall remain in existence and in full force and effect in favor of or against Clay County upon the adoption of this Constitution. Section 10.09. CONTINUANCE OF COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND RETIREMENT. All county employee benefits in effect at the time of adoption of this Constitution, including, but not limited to, retirement benefits, shall continue in full force and effect until such time as legally modified. The County shall continue to provide retirement benefits to county employees. Such retirement benefits shall be the same as or equivalent to those retirement benefits provided to county employees on the date of adoption of this Constitution.
Window Cleaning
Windows & Screens Washed & Cleaned. Courteous Professional Service. 30 Years Experience. Call Tom at 816-429-8075
Sell it in the Classifieds! Call 816.389.6618
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T H U R S D A Y, O C T O B E R 1 0 , 2 0 1 3
HERE’S MY CARD
DEADLINE FRIDAY AT 4:00 P.M.
TO ADVERTISE IN THE HERE’S MY CARD SECTION CALL 816.454.9660 Business and Ser vices Director y
BLACK DIRT / BOBCAT
HEATING & COOLING
Black Dirt Bobcat
CENTRAL A/C WITH FURNACE Installed $3695
PAINTING/WALLPAPERING
COLORMARC QUALITY PAINTING & HOME IMPROVEMENT • Commercial and Residential • Painting – Interior & Exterior 35 YRS of • Wallpaper Removal & Installation Experience • Texturing - All Types FREE • Interior Ceiling & Wall Repair ESTIMATES • Exterior Wood Rot Repair • Remodeling Available • INSURED •
(Rheem 2.5 Ton A/C, 75,000 Furnace) 3 Ton A/C – Add $377 2.5 Ton A/C Only $2795
www.northlandheatcool.com
(Off-Duty Firefighter)
816-436-2191 BUILDING/REMODELING
STITES REMODELING Basements • Decks Sunrooms • Kitchens Bathrooms • Tile Painting (interior/exterior) Siding • Windows • Doors and More Call Doug Stites for FREE Estimates Family owned - over 40 years experience
816-729-5532
WE INSTALL Mon-Fri
(816) 436-9988
Call Larry at 913-299-4081
HOME IMPROVEMENT
INTERIOR/ EXTERIOR PAINTING
GUARANTEED GUTTERING
Power Washing - Wall Paper Repair Trim & Decks
“WE DO EVERY HOME LIKE OUR OWN”
✰ Seamless Aluminum 5” ✰ Various Colors ✰ 30 Years of Experience ✰ Leafproof
35 Years Exp. ~ Licensed & Insured
NO JOB TOO SMALL
(816) 678-4962
THE PAINT/ PAPER SPECIALIST
CLEANING
NHC, LLC Residential Cleaning Clay and Platte Counties Only
816-718-0561
www.northlandhomecleaning.com
QUALITY INSTALLATION CLEAN REMOVAL PLUS WALL & TRIM REPAINTING
SUMMA
Newcomer Plumbing 816-320-2780 816 320 2780 cell 816-885-7757
No job too big or too small Sewers cleaned & repaired Water heaters installed
Exterior
Painting
Place your PLUMBING ad here. Call 389.6618
Advanced Tree Experts North
$50 Off any $500 Job
• Trimming • Removal • • Storm Reconstruction •
HORSE TACK
Secondhand Cowgirl Saddles & Tack Foundation Specialists
Buy Sell and Trade New & Used Western Saddles and Tack
• Foundation Piering • Basement Waterproofing • Bowed Wall Repair Free Estimates Member BBB
Owner, Daman Wilson
741-0456 5704 North Beaman We Care about Your Trees
Place your PAINTING ad here. Call 389.6618
Patty Crawford Kearney, MO 816-914-1331
www.piermagic.com
27+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE FREE ROOM MEASURES
Fully Insured/Licensed Master Arborists 14 Years in Business
Cell: 913-963-4016 Office: 816-781-4479
Over 100 Saddles in Stock!
816-765-4800
Garbage disposals Faucets repaired & replaced Remodel plumbing services
TREE SERVICE
816-532-4626
•Interior & We will Hand Paint •New Decks & Restain Old Decks •Fascia, Soffit & Siding Repair •Foundation Crack Repair •Kitchen & Bath Remodel •Guttering & Gutter Covers
FOUNDATION REPAIR
HANDYMAN
PO Box 197 Holt, MO 64048
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Licensed & Insured Weekly • Bi-Weekly Monthly • One Time Cleaning
Insured
PLUMBING
office
(816)424-3200
DAYS & EVENINGS ✰ JOHN TUBBS
Licensed
PHOTOGRAPHY
LAWN AND LANDSCAPE
PET CARE
McKown Landscape Owners: Ronny & Lisa McKown Insured & with work comp
Shrub Pruning, Tree Trimming Tree Removal & Planting Mowing-Seeding-Sodding
Doggie Day Care - $12/day Monday - Friday: 6:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Man Made Stone Walls, Paver Patios Fire Pits & Outdoor Living Areas Waterfalls & Water Features Snow Removal Residential Referrals Firewood Available & Commerical Available
Boarding - $17/night Seven days a week • No cages • Fresh air • Spacious Suites
816-807-9963
Mckownlandscape.com
HEATING & COOLING
$125.00
Bates
Mechanical Service LLC
• Commercial / Residential Heating & Cooling • Commercial Refrigeration • Service • Repairs • Installation Licensed
~
30 Years Experience
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Insured
816-316-6037
William Bates - Owner/Senior Service Tech
Fax (816) 214-6886
DrWillCool@yahoo.com
GLADSTONE
FURNACE & A/C Co. 303 NE 58th Street Gladstone, MO 64118
Celebrating 65 years of serving the Northland Family Owned & Operated – Service & Sales
816.452.0400 CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE OR
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Serving the Northland For 19 Years
931-5822
FIND RIGHT HERE...
the right people for the right job
To Advertise Your Business Call
Homes for Sale
$
Free Estimates and Senior Discounts
Nourse Lawn Care 816-804-3747
10 lines 4 weeks Free photo Free border
Tree Trimming and Removal
• Additional Services
ANY YARD
FOR SALE BY OWNER • • • •
Monday-Saturday
• Shrubbery Trimming & Removal • Gutters Cleared
VERTICUT OR AERATE
Visit us @ www.gladstonefurnace-ac.com
NO REALTORS, PLEASE
Grooming Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. Saturday by appointment
816-532-2356
ED TATUM TREE AND LAWN SERVICE
Serving the Northland Since 1972
FREE ESTIMATES • Brush • Chipping • Stump Grinding •Hauling
816.389.6618
816-977-1820 816-518-7579 Lawson, MO
Insured Financing Available
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Car, Truck or Motorcycle • 5 lines • 4 weeks • Free photo
PETS
Litter Special • 4 lines • 4 weeks
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Sell in 4 Weeks or Additional 4 Weeks FREE!
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CALL 816.389.6618 or 816.389.6640 TO PLACE YOUR AD TODAY!
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Gladstone Dispatch A11
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Parade marshal Mark Tomes talks to the crowd before taking his place on the judging stage at the start of the parade.
The Cat in the Hat, a character created by Dr. Seuss, walks the parade route with the staff from the Antioch branch of MidContinent Public Library.
Parade floats depict westward expansion and space exploration, following the Gladfest 34 theme “It’s Time to Explore.�
Amy Neal/Staff Photos
Stephanie Moles of Kansas City shares a snuggle with Braiden Davis, 4, during the Gladfest parade Saturday morning, Oct. 5
U-Pick Pumpkins • Mums Asters • Gourds • Squash Straw • Indian Corn Grandma Ding’s Fudge 2 Free Mazes Opening Sept. 8th
NOW OPEN Happy Rock Antiques Come Visit Our Exciting New Antique Mall!
• Antiques • Fine Furniture • Artwork • Primitives g for Everyone! y • Mid-Century Modern • Something
– FREE ADMISSION –
10700 FARMERS LANE, PLATTE CITY, MO 64079
O 100 NW 72nd St., Gladstone, MO
Vendors Wanted!
(Just West of N. Oak on 72nd)
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!
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Open Daily 10-6 • Evenings call 858-5758 pumpkinsetc.com
816-569-0949
www.happyrockantiques.com com
Complete Automotive Repair
Foreign & Domestic 6300 N.W. Bell Road, Parkville, MO 64152
Phone: (816) 587-6094 FAX: (816) 587-6358
Find us on Facebook
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chucksparkvillegarage.com
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ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE Platte City, MO, Platte County R-3 High School I-29 & 92 Hwy
Saturday, October 19th - 9 am - 4 pm Sunday, October 20th - 11 am - 3 pm
“Family owned since 1922� I-35 & M291 Highway Park Lawn offers a complete funeral service and beautiful, quality metal casket for only
$5,695.00
Admission Donation: $3.00 Saturday and $3.00 Sunday - Furniture, Primitives, Collectibles All Antiques are For Sale - Concession Stand
Save Hundreds of Dollars – 60 months, interest free.
Easy budget plan freezes the price. Protect your insurance, savings and investments.
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Services Include: All Professional Services Use of Motor Equipment Professional Staff Skilled Attendants Serving All Cemeteries Beautiful Facilities, Convenient Location, Ample Off-Street Parking, Uncompromised Service. On Call 24 Hours Per Day.
Call Don Brassfield for an appointment 75010778
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Lavonna Peterson Early Childhood Montessori School
Park Lawn Northland Chapel
75010952
816-781-8228
Now Enrolling: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool & Kindergarten
North 5026 N. Brighton 455-1175
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THREE LOCATIONS: Westport/Plaza Lee’s Summit 3930 Baltimore 812 Forestpart Lane 753-6633 246-9300
A12 Gladstone Dispatch
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Gladfest 34
Amy Neal/Staff Photos
Hoots and Howls
Oct. 5 & 6, Oct. 12 & 13
Boo at the Zoo Oct. 19 & 20
Brew at the Zoo and Wine Too Saturday, Oct. 19
kansascityzoo.org | 816.513.5800 75010479
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The Kansas City Zoo, a private, non-profit organization is operated in agreement with the Kansas City, MO Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners, partially funded by the Zoological District in Jackson and Clay Counties in MO, and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
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2013 CHEVY CRUZE
2013 CHEVY MALIBU
AS LOW AS
AS LOW AS
$17,963
$19,927
PRE-OWNED VEHICLES
2013 Ford Focus
Titanium Sport. Leather. Loaded. Only 4,500 miles.
Was $21,888 Now
Plus $89.00 administrative fee. * See dealer for complete details.
Opening Soon!
FINAL CLOSEOUT SAVINGS!
Sale Ends October 15, 2013
Helzberg Penguin Plaza
Family owned since 1922 • 169 & 92 Hwy., Smithville, MO • www.KindredChevy.com • 532-0900
October Fun at the Kansas City Zoo!
169 & 92 Hwy., Smithville, MO • 532-0900
KINDRED CHEVROLET
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Gary Swearingen of the Gladstone Hy-Vee prepares to share a fistful of candy with spectators along the parade route.
Gladstone City Council members and other dignitaries watch the parade from the judging stage on North Holmes Street. From left are council member Bill Garnos, council member Carol Suter, Mayor Pro Tem Brian Hill, parade grand marshal Mark Tomes, Mayor Jean Moore, council member Gary Markenson, parade announcer Les Smith and Chairman of the Gladstone Area Chamber of Commerce Vinnie Vaccaro.
19,888
$
2011 Chevy Crew Cab 4x4 LT. 6.6L. Duramax. Allison Transmission. Low miles. Ready for work!
Was $42,888
Now
$
39,877
2011 Hyundai Sonata SE 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT Dual Exhaust. Leather seats. White diamond. Aluminum wheels.
Dual power doors. Power lift gate. Quad bucket seats.
Was $17,888
Was $19,450
Now
15,999
$
Now
17,876
$
2013 GMC Yukon XL SLT 2007 Buick Rendezvous CXL Leather. Heated seats. 4x4. Ready for the family.
Leather. Heated seats. 3rd row seats. Lots of room.
Was $40,590
Was $12,888
Now
$
38,888
Now
10,777
$
169 & 92 Hwy., Smithville, MO • 532-0900