(KNZA)--In the wake of the resignation of the county's economic development director last month, the Doniphan County Commission has approved agreements for economic development consulting services.

Following an executive session at their May 1st meeting, the Commission voted to enter into an agreement with Adrienne ( Korson) Neibling, of Korson Consulting Services, at a rate of $100 an hour and an agreement with Attorney Joel Euler, on an as needed basis, at a rate of $125 an hour to provide economic development consulting services.

The Commission also voted to hire a part-time assistant for the economic development office at a rate of $15 a hour.

According to the unofficial meeting minutes, the position will be under the direction and supervision of the Doniphan County Clerk.