In a recent government meeting, commissioners approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, as well as two significant financial motions. The first motion involved the approval of salary clearing payroll and emergency management payroll totaling $1,038,486.34, which had been reviewed by two members of the auditor's office. The second motion approved fund expenditures amounting to $139,965.89, also reviewed and signed by the administrator.

During the public comment segment, LaWanda Hatch from Franklin County raised serious concerns regarding the conduct of Assessor Baumann. She reported that several farmers and landowners had approached her with allegations of unethical behavior, claiming that Baumann was present during their discussions about land separation before they had made any decisions about selling. Hatch expressed her belief that this behavior warranted an audit or investigation, questioning the legality and ethics of Baumann's actions.

Hatch further criticized Baumann for allegedly attempting to control public discourse and for his refusal to engage in discussions about his qualifications, particularly regarding his understanding of the Constitution. She emphasized the importance of ethical leadership in the county and urged the commissioners to take action regarding Baumann's position.

The meeting proceeded with the approval of the consent agenda items without further public comment. The discussions highlighted ongoing concerns about transparency and ethical governance within the county, setting the stage for potential future scrutiny of the assessor's office.