_During the Monday afternoon Cherokee County Commission planning session Sylvia Brlecic addressed the Commission about a problem she is
experiencing an issue with her neighbors allowing their dog to run loosen and visits her property. Judge Burgess, Chairman of the County
Commission, told her that there are things the County could do for animals at large and that the Animal Control Officer would contact her
very soon._

In Old Business: Gary Hopper has tendered his resignation from the Cherokee County Healthcare Authority. The appointment to fill his six-year unexpired term ending December 2026 will take place at the Monday, March 11th, 2024 meeting. Submittal of resumes, letters, etc. will be accepted through Wednesday March 6th, 2024 until the close of business in the County Commission Office.

In New Business: Ben Walker the Assistant Engineer, ask the Commission to approve the Highway Department bids of Bituminous Surface Treatments, Hot Mix Asphalt Paving and Surfacing Seal Coat for the period of March 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024 as presented by the County Engineer. This was passed by the Commission.

Also in New Business: a set mileage reimbursement rate paid to county employees  traveling in privately owned vehicles while on official business for the County to 67 cents to mirror the new state reimbursement rate which was passed. This will take effect on March first.

The next Cherokee County Commission Meeting will be Monday March 11th at 10 am