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Road department flags mice infestation, blocked right-of-way and Highway 43 maintenance status
Summary
Road staff reported a mice infestation in the Rolla shops, asked for removal of farmers' bales obstructing county right-of-way by Nov. 1, and noted the State will not take over maintenance of Highway 43 at this time.
Road staff told commissioners that shops in Rolla are dealing with a significant mice problem and discussed purchasing traps to address the infestation before contracting out pest control. The board agreed to try internal measures first. Staff also reported farmers' bales placed on a county right-of-way and asked whether a public notice should be issued; commissioners agreed to request removal via Facebook and the county website with a deadline before Nov. 1.
On the broader maintenance question, the board noted that the State will not assume responsibility for Highway 43 maintenance at this time, meaning the county must continue oversight. No specific budget or contractor actions were recorded in the minutes; the conversation was advisory and operational.
