Qulin News

City of Qulin
Board of Alderman
Thursday February 2, 2010

            The City of Qulin, Board of Alderman met in an open session on Thursday February 4, 2010 at 6:30 pm at Qulin City Hall. Those in attendance were Mayor Gary Long, Alderman Otto Griffin, Barbara Head, Linda Johnson, Sherry Goff, Chief of Police Art Fisher, Maintenance Supervisor Raymond Russell and City Clerk Margaret McDonald. Citizens in attendance were Gloria Flowers, Geraldine Ernst, Glen Sedrick and Don Goff.

            Mayor Long called the meeting to order at 6:30pm. Otto Griffin led the invocation.

Public Input- Geraldine Ernst voiced concerns about the increases in the city utility bills this past year. Mayor Long assures her that there are no plans for anymore increases this year.

USDA Grant-Matt Winters of Ozark Foothills Regional Planning Commission discussed the preliminary application for a USDA grant for a walking trail at the Lion’s Club. The purpose of the walking trail is to promote better health. The walking trail is a three (3) year project; the grant would be for 100% with no matching funds required by the city. Matt States that the city should know in 45-60 days if the cities preliminary application is considered and at that time the city would be asked to proceed with submitting the grant application. Read the rest of this entry »

Eddie Salazar Sr was arrested after the body of his 8-month old infant son was found dead by searchers on Saturday. Salazar filed a false report that his son, Eddie Salazar Jr, had been kidnapped after he was beaten by the perpetrators.

Council will advise and work with national defense, homeland security officials on matters related to National Guard, civil support missions

Jefferson City – Gov. Jay Nixon was selected on Thursday (Feb. 4) by President Barack Obama to serve on the Council of Governors, a bipartisan group established last month by an executive order from the President. The purpose of the Council is to advise and work closely with the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the White House Homeland Security Council, and other national defense and security officials on matters related to the National Guard and homeland defense.

“Close cooperation and communication between the federal government and the states are vital if we are to make the most effective use of state resources on matters of national defense and homeland security,” Gov. Nixon said. “Having personally seen the accomplishments of the Missouri National Guard both here in Missouri and in Afghanistan, my focus on this Council will be to ensure that we continue to use our Citizen-Soldiers and Airmen to the best effect possible on these fronts.” Read the rest of this entry »

Incident Information:

Carthage, MO
Last seen on Thursday, February 4th at 11:05PM
Incident Summary: 2 unknown masked men wearing black clothing broke into the residence while the father was sleeping. The 2 suspects assaulted the father during a struggle rendering the father unconscious. The house was ransacked and the child was taken.

Victim Information:

Victim 1

Eddie Salazar, Hispanic Male, 8 Months Old, 3 feet 0 inches tall, 20lbs., black hair, brown eyes,.
Additional information: Birthmark right bicep – shape of a lung
Clothing description: Blue short sleeve body suit and white socks

Suspect Information:

Suspect 1

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Additional information:
Clothing description: All black clothing and a ski mask

Suspect 2

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Additional information:
Clothing description: All black clothing and a ski mask

Contact Information:

Anyone with information is asked to call 911 immediately. You can also call the CARTHAGE PD – COMMAND CENTER at 417-237-7200or visit http://www.missouriamberalert.com/

Recommended Text Page Message for Internal Broadcast:

New AMBER Alert Eddie Salazar in Carthage MO plate number: More @ missouriamberalert.com

Recommended Voice Message:

CARTHAGE PD – COMMAND CENTER is looking for Eddie Salazar.
The event occured at 227 East Mound St, Carthage MO on Thursday, February 4th at 11:05PM.
2 unknown masked men wearing black clothing broke into the residence while the father was sleeping. The 2 suspects assaulted the father during a struggle rendering the father unconscious. The house was ransacked and the child was taken.

Victim 1, Eddie Salazar is described as being a 8 month old Hispanic male, black hair, brown eyes, 3′0 20lbs Birthmark right bicep – shape of a lung Wearing: Blue short sleeve body suit and white socks

Suspect 1, is described as being a No description available. Wearing: All black clothing and a ski mask

Suspect 2, is described as being a No description available. Wearing: All black clothing and a ski mask

If you have any information on this incident, please call 911 or contact the CARTHAGE PD – COMMAND CENTER at 417-237-7200.
For additional information about the victim(s), suspect(s) or vehicle(s) visit http://www.missouriamberalert.com/

Tight economy emphasizes need for Summer Food Service Program

Federal monies will fund important feeding program

Current economic conditions will make a program that feeds needy children during the summer even more important this year, state health officials say.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services will soon start accepting applications for groups to participate in the Summer Food Service Program. The program uses federal funds to provide free meals to low-income children under age 18 during the summer when school breakfast and lunch programs are not operating.

“Just as learning does not stop during the summer time, neither does the need for children to have nutritious meals,” said Susan White, assistant chief of the health department’s Bureau of Community Food and Nutrition Assistance. “This program provides a vital nutrition link between the end of one school year and the beginning of the next.” Read the rest of this entry »

City of Qulin
Board of Alderman
Workshop Meeting
January 21, 2010

 The City of Qulin, Board of Alderman met in an open session at Qulin City Hall on Thursday January 21, 2010 at 6:30 pm. Those in attendance were Linda Johnson, Sherry Goff, Otto Griffin, Gary Long, Barbara Head and Art Fisher. Citizens in attendance were Chuck Jordan, Don Goff, Jeremy Russom and Rachel Hinklin.

Electric for Shop- Otto Griffin states there is a small breaker box in the shop but not enough light for Raymond to work. Linda Johnson asked Otto what needs to be done. Otto states that the shop needs a larger breaker box. The Mayor states the whole building needs to be rewired. Mayor Long suggests that it may cost $500.00 (five hundred dollars) to put in a new breaker box and a couple of florescent lights. Chuck Jordan suggests that Wendell Hendrix could do the work. Mayor Long asked Otto to ask Wendell for an estimate. Read the rest of this entry »

Recruiters will be at the Qulin Lions Club for the next three Mondays (Jan 25, Feb 1, Feb 8 ) from about 9:00 am until noon each Monday. They will be looking for people to sign up as census takers. They will be giving tests and training to those who qualify.

From the Official Census Website:

“A census taker is an official employee of the Census Bureau who is responsible for personally collecting information from residences in their neighborhood that have not sent back the 2010 Census form. They’re tasked with asking the 10 questions on the form, recording the information and then submitting it to the Census Bureau.

Thousands are needed for temporary jobs.

By becoming a census taker, you’re earning a place in history, in addition to competitive pay, flexible hours and the chance to work within your own community.

Bilingual speakers are encouraged to apply!”

If you don’t send back your form, you may receive a visit from a census taker. If a census taker visits you, here’s what you should do:

• First ask to see their ID. All census workers carry official government badges marked with just their name; they may also have a “U.S. Census Bureau” bag
• Note that the census taker will never ask to enter your home
• If you’re still not certain about their identity, please call the Regional Census Center’s to confirm they are employed by the Census Bureau
• Answer the census form questions for your entire household (you must be at least 15 years old to answer questions) so that the census taker can record the results for submission to the Census Bureau

Census takers visit local homes several times to capture resident information for the 2010 Census. If you prefer, you can schedule a visit with your census taker. Should the census taker come when you are away from your home, they will leave a contact number. If a census taker has not visited your home or you have a question about your participation with the census, call your Census office.

Gov. Nixon outlines strategies to create jobs, position Missouri for long-term growth during second State of the State Address

JEFFERSON CITY, MO. – Gov. Jay Nixon delivered his second State of the State Address this evening to a joint session of the Missouri General Assembly.  During the speech, the Governor outlined strategies to address the state’s urgent economic issues, while also laying a solid foundation for long-term economic growth.

“Our most pressing economic challenges – creating jobs, seizing opportunities for growth, and balancing the budget – are too important to be sidetracked by partisan bickering. That would betray the trust put in us by the people,” Gov. Nixon said during the address.  “We also need to take the long view, and be wise stewards of the blessings that make Missouri so special: our families, our communities, and our God-given natural resources.  In everything we do this year, we must put our differences aside and put Missouri first.” Read the rest of this entry »

Otto Griffin  and J.D. Benton have signed up to run in Qulin’s Ward 2 for the April 6 election.

Don’t forget to register to vote!