Commission appoints constitution review members, moves commissioner onto EDC; children’s board nominee tabled

Clay County commissioners approved a slate of appointments to a temporary Constitution Review Commission, approved a change to the county’s Economic Development Council representation and tabled an appointment to the Children’s Services Fund Board until the nominated applicant could attend.

Administrator presented seven recommended members for the Clay County Constitution Review Commission; County Counselor reported that one appointee elected not to participate and Scott Lakin was proposed as a replacement. Commissioners moved to approve the commission as amended; the motion to amend and approve passed unanimously. Staff said the review commission will meet within 30 days and has 90 days to provide recommended changes for potential placement on an upcoming ballot.

On a separate item, the commission approved the appointment of Commissioner Nolte to the Clay County Economic Development Council Board to replace Commissioner Lawson for the remainder of her term. The appointment prompted a discussion about prior executive committee representation and whether nominations were solicited; Commissioner Johnson moved the appointment and the motion passed 5–1.

Finally, the commission considered appointment of Myron Neff to the Children’s Services Fund Board (term through Dec. 31, 2028). Commissioner Worthington moved to table the appointment so Mr. Neff could attend and answer questions about the post; the motion carried 5–1. Commissioners cited the board’s responsibility for roughly $13 million in sales‑tax funded allocations and said they want direct opportunity to question nominees before confirmation.

The commission directed staff to schedule the children’s board item for a later meeting when Mr. Neff can appear.