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Commission approves FEMA-funded benches for Katy Allen Lake

Vernon County Commission · April 1, 2026
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Summary

The Commission approved purchasing two benches from Show-Me Metal at $800 each using FEMA funds to replace benches lost in the April 2, 2025 tornado; the motion passed unanimously with Commissioner John Shorten moving and Commissioner Cindy Thompson seconding.

The Vernon County Commission voted to buy two replacement benches for Katy Allen Lake from Show-Me Metal at $800 apiece using FEMA funds. Commissioner John Shorten moved for approval and Commissioner Cindy Thompson seconded; the vote was unanimous.

According to the meeting record, "These benches will replace the benches lost in the April 2, 2025 tornado." The purchase was presented as a direct replacement using federal disaster funds already designated for recovery at the lake.