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Jasper County supervisors adopt budget amendment, OK law-enforcement agreements and equipment purchases
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Summary
On March 24, 2026, the Jasper County Board of Supervisors adopted a FY2025-2026 budget amendment, approved multiple 28E agreements for law-enforcement services effective July 1, 2026, adopted EMS fees, authorized a $127,330 equipment purchase and approved several routine licenses and claims.
The Jasper County Board of Supervisors on March 24 adopted an amendment to the FY2025-2026 budget and approved several intergovernmental agreements and county actions affecting law enforcement, emergency medical services and equipment procurement.
Chairman Thad Nearmyer presided over the meeting. Supervisor Cupples moved and Supervisor Nearmyer seconded adoption of Resolution 26-12 approving the FY2025-2026 budget amendment and Resolution 26-13 approving the budget amendment appropriation; both measures were adopted with recorded affirmative votes by Nearmyer and Cupples. The board’s minutes note that complete copies of the resolutions are on file in the Jasper County Auditor’s Office.
The board approved 28E agreements between Jasper County, the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office and the incorporated cities of Lambs Grove, Lynnville and Valeria for law-enforcement services beginning July 1, 2026. Each agreement includes an automatic renewal provision and a 3% increase in service fees unless a change is requested. Supervisor Cupples made the motions and Supervisor Nearmyer seconded; votes were recorded in favor for both supervisors.
An updated 28E agreement with the City of Kellogg for advanced life support (ALS) services beginning March 9, 2026, was likewise approved. The board also adopted Resolution 26-14 establishing 2026 Emergency Medical Service fees; the resolution is on file with the county auditor.
The supervisors authorized a purchase agreement with Van Wall for two 333 P Level 4 compact track loaders with trade-in of two 333 G track loaders for a total of $127,330.00. The board adopted Resolution 26-15 approving the vacation of a right-of-way easement formerly used by S. 126th Ave. E. and the associated South Skunk Bridge. Other routine actions approved included a liquor license for Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #923, payment of claims through March 24, 2026, and approval of the Board minutes from March 17, 2026. Most motions were moved by Supervisor Cupples and seconded by Supervisor Nearmyer, with affirmative votes recorded as noted in the meeting record.
The board adjourned the regular meeting and entered a work session to continue budget discussions. During the work session, Mike Frietsch suggested pursuing a bridge on T-38 that would cross railroad tracks and said applying for the grant could cost approximately $15,000 to $20,000. He also raised returning discretion to employees on where they purchase boots and clothing under the allowance policy. Adam Sparks said he would price the sale of a couple of county vehicles and the purchase of a replacement and present those numbers at a future meeting. Supervisor Talsma joined the work session at about 11:15 a.m.
The board adjourned the meeting later that day.