Presiding Commissioner - Donna L. Gregory
Northern Commissioner - Randy W. Pike
Southern Commissioner - Larry Berry

The Commissioners, in accordance with the State of Missouri's Constitution, will consist of three elected officials who will manage the county business as prescribed by law and keep an accurate record of it's proceedings.  Responsibilities of the Commission includes, but are not limited to:

        Managing County owned property - including the courthouse and law enforcement center.
        Overseeing the maintenance of the County's bridges and culverts.
        Preparation of the Annual Budget.
        Expenditure Approval.
        Appointment of board members and trustees of special services.
        Applies for and approves State and Federal grants for Bates County.
        Maintaining an active role in many State and Federal programs and committees.

The Commissioner's meet in regular sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 1:00 to 2:30.