New Logan County Commission Districts
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Board of County Commissioners
Storm damage questions and answers
Due to the number of calls we’ve been receiving at District 1 from those who suffered recent storm damage, I wanted to address the questions…
The County Prepares for August Auction
The District 2 road crew has been working hard to finish rebuilding Harrah Rd. from SH 105 to CR 75 which was damaged in the…
Updates provide information about county government
Training a new hire reminded me of how much there is to learn about the role of county government and the many regulations which govern…
District 1 Road and Bridge Improvements in Review
On June 30, county government closed its fiscal year. It was a clear reminder that we are halfway through 2011. In light of that, it…
Midwest Paving Project to be completed in phases
Efforts are underway to pave the five miles of Midwest from Waterloo to Forrest Hills (No Name) and Forrest Hills from Midwest to Pine.
Road maintenance efforts underway
It was great to get a call recently from an appreciative resident who took the time to thank the District 1 road crew for patching…
REAP Grant contracts set to arrive in July
Each year as money is available, the legislature sets aside a certain amount of funding for the Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP).
Holiday weekend appearing to be burn ban free for county
32 counties have issued burned bans across the state of Oklahoma as of Tuesday, but Logan County is not one although county fire chiefs and emergency…
Time and Money
“Time and Money” is a refrain we often hear. They are also the components on which the county operates. It seems there is never…
Contractor announces July 5 start date to pave Western Avenue
June 24, 2011 In a previous update I mentioned that in May we received notice from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation that a pre-work conference…
County Commissioners renew lease purchases
The three Logan County Commissioners met last week in their regular session meeting with Chairman Mark Sharpton, member Monty Piearcy and member Mike Pearson.
More than roads and bridges
June 17, 2011 While many of a county commissioner’s duties involve maintenance of roads and bridges, there are also administrative tasks to tend to. This…
Census numbers verify need
June 10, 2011 As 2010 census figures continue to be analyzed, it becomes increasingly apparent as to why Logan County has struggled to maintain its road…
Tornado cleanup challenges budget and staff
June 8, 2011 Each month the Oklahoma Tax Commission sends “Highway Cash” to Logan County for the purpose of maintaining roads and bridges.