Mike Pickens, District 1 Supervisor, held the public forum Monday night at 6:30 P.M.
According to Pickens, the open meeting served as a chance for citizens to communicate with their supervisor and county board members and give their input concerning issues in Lafayette County.
"The best way to lead is by following someone else's advice," Pickens said.
One of the main concerns was road maintenance in the county.
According to road manager Jerry Haney, the county cannot just patch the roads. They must be completely redone--starting with the foundation of the road.
Haney has a four-year road plan designed to address the worst roads of Lafayette County first.
Retired UM professor Henry Pace attended the meeting to express his concerns about the roads as well. He lives on a farm on Old Taylor Road.
"When I came in 1968, cars were stronger," Pace said. Today's cars are built with plastic, and roads with potholes shake them apart, he added, explaining the wear and tear on both vehicles and the pavement.
Pace discussed the increased traffic on Old Taylor and expressed his desire to have to road leading to his farm redone.
According to Pace, last night's meeting was the first time since 1968 that a supervisor has held a public meeting.
"I think all supervisors should have them," Pace added.
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