Colby public meetings in 2022
31 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council is holding a special year-end meeting to handle several financial and administrative items. They will review a bid for Young Memorial Park improvements, approve an invoice for engineering services, and authorize a transfer of funds from the Aquatic Center reserve to the general fund. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as payroll and warrant ordinances.
- Review bid for Young Memorial Park Improvements 2022
- Approve Invoice No. 17131-9 from Garver LLC for Shalz Field PAPIS and REILS, $22,835.73
- Resolution No. 1191: Transfer $130,238.01 from Aquatic Center Operational Reserve Fund to General Fund
- Resolution No. 1192: Define City Boundaries for 2022
- Consent agenda: payroll ordinances, warrant registers, encumbrances
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the 2022 budget, then consider several payments and agreements, including airport electrical work, a well repair, and a compliance services contract. They will also review bids for park improvements, a building demolition, and server equipment. The agenda includes routine consent items like minutes and ordinances.
- Public hearing and approval of 2022 budget amendment
- Pay request of $177,117.84 to Atlas Electric for PAPI/REIL replacement at CBK airport
- Non-federal reimbursable agreement with FAA for $21,401.82
- Western Sprinklers invoice of $27,043.25 for City Well #14 repairs
- Bid review for Young Memorial Park Improvements 2022
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including updates to the city attorney, prosecutor, and municipal court judge positions, and a resolution waiving GAAP financial reporting. They will also vote on purchasing an HVAC unit for City Hall, approving pay requests for the CBK Taxilane Extension, and setting a public hearing for a 2022 budget amendment. The agenda includes routine consent items and an executive session for a non-elected personnel matter.
- Ordinance No. 1650: City Attorney term, compensation, duties; repeals No. 1638
- Ordinance No. 1651: City Prosecutor term, compensation, duties; repeals No. 1639
- Ordinance No. 1652: Municipal Court Judge and Clerk appointment/term; repeals No. 1640
- Purchase of Lennox HVAC unit for City Hall from McKee Inc. for $16,840.00
- Public hearing set for Dec 20, 2022 on 2022 budget amendment
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will consider bids for the sale of Three Corners Park and its playground equipment, approve a resolution to sell property at 690 W. Horton, and amend solid waste collection fees. They will also accept a $400,000 KDOT grant for road work, approve change orders and pay requests for construction projects, and purchase new radios. Several weed abatement and junked vehicle violation orders are on the agenda.
- Sale of Three Corners Park and playground equipment
- Resolution No. 1186: sale of property at 690 W. Horton to Petro Lube
- Ordinance No. 1649: amending solid waste collection service charges
- KDOT grant of $400,000 for mill and overlay on K-25 from I-70 to Poplar St.
- Motorola Solutions radio purchase: $244,857.04
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a Star Bond District, the 2022 employee longevity totals, a sanitation rate change effective January 1, 2023, and re-stating a motion to order transformers for $192,590 plus sales tax. They will also consider weed removal notices for two properties and receive reports on housing development and the sale of 3-Corners Park. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, ordinances, a parade permit, and an airport board appointment.
- Discussion/Action on Star Bond District
- Approval of sanitation rate change effective January 1, 2023
- Re-state motion to order transformers for $192,590 plus sales tax
- Approval of weed removal notices for 1440 W. 5th St. and 565 W. 2nd St.
- Report on housing development by Excel Development Group
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and vote on several items, including a letter of support for a Vo-Ag Technical Education Center, approval to advertise bids for ballfield renovations, a 5% increase in hangar leases, and the potential sale of a park. They will also consider weed removal notices and a new truck purchase, followed by an executive session on pending litigation.
- Letter of support for USD 315 Vo-Ag Technical Education Center
- Approval to advertise bid letting for Young Memorial Ballfields Phase 1 renovations
- 5% increase for 2023 CBK Hangar Leases
- Sale of '3-Corner' Park to a developer for a residence
- Weed removal notices for properties on Brookside, E. Hill St., and Field St.
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a Star Bond district presentation, awarding bids for the airport taxiway extension project, and approving an ordinance amending the municipal code. They will also consider an invoice for the PAPI's & REILS project and receive updates on the KDOT airport pavement assessment, Willow mill and overlay, and Scout Hut.
- Presentation of Star Bond District by Mike Woofter and Jim Millensifer
- Review bids and award Airport Taxiway Extension Project No. AV-2023-15
- Approval of Ordinance No. 1648 amending Chapter XV, Article 1, Sections 108-117 of the 2017 Municipal Code
- Approval of Invoice No. 1 for $64,039.66 to Atlas Electric, LLC for PAPI's & REILS project
- Consent agenda includes minutes, payroll ordinances 3731-3733
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the 2023 library budget, Star Bond financing, a concrete invoice, a KDOT cost-share application for road work, and a special use permit. The most consequential item is a request for $1.5 million in KDOT funds to extend Country Club road by 1,750 feet, with an estimated total cost of $1,874,810 plus design and engineering.
- KDOT cost-share application for $1,500,000 to extend Country Club 1,750 ft from South Railroad Tracks to Plum St (est. $1,874,810)
- Approval of Invoice No. 411 from Weigel Concrete LLC for $13,750 for Chickamauga Street reconstruction
- Special use permit request from Kansas Grain Inspection Service for storage container at 900 E. 4th
- Presentation of 2023 Pioneer Memorial Library budget
- Discussion of Star Bond financing as economic development tool
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2023 property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate, the 2023 budget, and a five-year capital improvement plan. They will also consider a resolution establishing 2023 job positions and pay scales, plus two purchase requests for road maintenance and vehicle equipment. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, ordinances, and parade permits.
- Public hearing and resolution to levy property tax rate exceeding revenue neutral rate
- Adoption of 2023 City of Colby budget
- Approval of Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan 2023-2027
- Resolution No. 1185 establishing 2023 classified job positions and pay scale
- Purchase of 42,000 lbs of mastic for crack filling at $29,820.00; upfitting two 2022 Ford Explorers at $10,880.00 total
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and vote on several items, including requests for road and street closures, a walking trail extension, and the adoption of ordinances on traffic, public offenses, and electric rates. They will also set public hearings for a property tax levy exceeding the revenue neutral rate and the 2023 budget.
- Request to add 720 ft to walking trail from Event Center west to College Sidewalk
- Closure of 500 block of N. Franklin on Aug 21, 7-8 p.m. for CHS Booster Club
- Ordinance No. 1645 adopting Standard Traffic Ordinance (49th Ed. 2022)
- Ordinance No. 1647 setting electric rates (Chapter XV, Article 2, Sections 15-202 to 15-208)
- Public hearings set for Sept 6 on tax levy exceeding revenue neutral rate and 2023 budget
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and potentially approve several financial items, including a $72,000 request from KMEA Mid-States for substation installation, a $192,590 transformer order, and a $70,729.16 invoice from KMEA-Mid-States. The agenda also includes a purchasing policy update, a festival update, and a change order credit. Most items are routine approvals, but the substation and transformer costs are significant.
- KMEA Mid-States request for additional $72,000 for Southwest Substation installation
- Approval of Invoice No. 2205 from KMEA-Mid-States for $70,729.16
- Request to order transformers for $192,590.00
- Change Order No. 66 for -$1,872.00 credit for window blinds
- Replacement of two roll-up doors at the Power Plant
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will consider approving an updated purchasing policy and a final plat for the Saddler Family Grounds. They will also discuss a final walkthrough of the Event Center, a 30% health insurance increase, and walking trail repairs. The consent agenda includes minutes, payroll and general ordinances, and permit renewals.
- Approval of updated Purchasing Policy
- Final plat approval for Saddler Family Grounds, NE 1/4 of Section 12, Township 8 South, Range 34
- Discussion of 30% health insurance increase
- Repair of walking trail
- Consent agenda: Payroll Ordinance No. 3719, General Ordinance No. 3720, home occupation permits for Margaret Belshe and Christina Brogan Daycare, special use permit renewal for Voss Rentals at 475 N. Chickamauga
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and vote on several funding requests and purchases, including a $2,049,000 Caterpillar diesel generator, a $348,300 FAA grant for runway improvements, and a $254,898.10 mill and overlay project on Willow Street. They will also consider reducing the Colby Housing Authority's PILOT payment from $15,000 to $10,000, approving a $46,875 Genie boom lift, and a $14,891 voice recording system. The agenda includes both new business items and a consent agenda with routine approvals.
- Purchase of one Caterpillar diesel generator for $2,049,000
- FAA grant of $348,300 for replacing PAPIs and REILS on Runway 17/35
- Mill and overlay on Willow St. from Range through Franklin for $254,898.10
- Reduce Colby Housing Authority PILOT payment from $15,000 to $10,000
- Purchase of Genie Boom Lift Model Z30/20R for $46,875
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and vote on several funding requests and purchases, including a $348,300 FAA grant for runway lighting, a $46,875 boom lift, and a $254,898 street mill and overlay. They will also consider reducing the Colby Housing Authority's PILOT payment from $15,000 to $10,000 and approving a resolution for the municipal electric utility's integrated resource plan. The agenda includes both action items and reports, with no public hearings listed.
- FAA grant of $348,300 for replacing PAPIs and REILS on Runway 17/35
- Purchase of Genie Boom Lift for $46,875
- Mill and overlay on Willow St. from Range to Franklin for $254,898.10
- Reduce Colby Housing Authority PILOT payment from $15,000 to $10,000
- Notice of intent to exceed revenue neutral rate of 32.867
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will consider several spending items, including a $274,788.88 resin purchase from Evoqua, a $22,800 tennis court resurfacing quote, and a $212,648.93 pay request for utility improvements. They will also discuss scheduling a June 28 budget work session and a request to begin construction before final plat approval. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and two ordinances.
- Approval of quote from Evoqua for resin purchase, $274,788.88 including tariff and delivery
- Approval of tennis court resurfacing quote from Mid-American Courtworks, $22,800 plus optional nets at $200 each
- Approval of Pay Request No. 1 from Bainter Construction Inc. for Colby Estates Utility Improvements, $212,648.93
- Request from Saddler Family Grounds to proceed with construction after closing but before final plat approval
- Approval of special meeting June 28, 2022 for 2023 budget work session
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and take action on several items, including a $10,000 engineering contract for Young Memorial Park improvements, the purchase of 12 body-worn cameras for $13,560, and a three-year fuel contract. They will also review an electric rate study, consider a generator purchase, and discuss tree trimming and intersection replacement bids. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, ordinances, and a parade permit.
- Approval of EBH contract for engineering design and construction services for Young Memorial Park, $10,000
- Purchase of 12 Motorola VISTA body worn cameras, $13,560
- Review bids and award three-year fuel contract (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2025)
- Request to bid for tree trimming of closed easements
- Request to close one block of N. Mission from 5th to 6th Street on June 10, 5-8 p.m.
City Council Agendas
The City Council will review several funding requests for the 2023 budget year, including items from OPTIONS and WKCAC. The council will also consider audit service agreements and a maintenance contract for the Event Center elevator.
- $3,000 annual elevator maintenance agreement with Kone Care Elevator Company
- $21,675 audit services agreement with Adams Brown with a 3% annual increase
- $25,000 IMA Agreement for Services through May 1, 2023
- $40,000 Kansas Tourism Grant for Young Memorial
- Request from Triplett Inc. to opt out of City Commercial Trash Service
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and vote on the 2021 audit report, a 2023 funding request from the Thomas County Economic Development Alliance, and several contracts and agreements, including engineering services for a road project and a new hangar lease. The agenda also includes routine approvals and reports on the 2023 budget workshop and water tower painting.
- Approval of 2021 Audit Report presented by Adams Brown
- Request for 2023 funding from Thomas County Economic Development Alliance
- Penco design engineering services for Country Club Drive reconstruction, $62,500
- Transfer of $422,729.27 from Airport Fund to Thomas County Economic Development Fund
- New hangar lease for Lot 18 at Shalz Field to Farmers and Merchants Bank
City Council Agendas
The City Council will consider a $502,270.20 contract for Colby Estates water and sewer improvements. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the City Manager's employment agreement and potential use of the police department building for a children's activity center.
- $502,270.20 contract for Colby Estates Water and Sewer System Improvements
- Approval of $70,773.81 Federal-Aid Fund Exchange Agreement
- Employment agreement for City Manager Ronald D. Alexander
- Request for street lights in Colby Estate Subdivision
- Bid request for a new grasshopper mower
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will consider several airport-related actions, including awarding a $255,020 contract for a guidance system, accepting a $108,000 KDOT grant for a new taxiway, and approving FAA grant applications. They will also discuss street lights, a swim club tournament, spring cleanup, and a communications contract with Thomas County. The agenda includes an executive session for the city manager search.
- Award airport guidance system construction to Atlas Electric for $255,020
- Approve KDOT grant AV-2023-15 for new taxiway at CBK: $108,000 grant, $12,000 city share
- Approve FAA grant application for design/bidding/construction: $387,000 total, $38,700 city share
- Approve 2023 communications contract with Thomas County: 50% of $338,968.21, county portion $169,484.10
- Approve Charter Ordinance No. 15 exempting city from K.S.A. 14-111 on special meetings
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the search for a city manager and to interview candidates. The discussion and any action will occur in executive session under a state personnel exemption, so no public details are expected.
- Executive session to discuss city manager search and interview candidates
- Meeting held at Council Chambers, 585 N. Franklin, Colby, KS
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the search for a city manager and to interview candidates. The discussion and any action will occur in executive session under the non-elected personnel exemption. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Executive session to discuss city manager search and interview candidates
- Meeting held at Council Chambers, 585 N. Franklin, Colby, KS
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will consider annexing and rezoning land for Stithem-Davis Tree Farm, approve several infrastructure contracts including a $869,825 road overlay, and set special meetings to interview city manager finalists. The agenda also includes routine consent items and reports on the airport and community building insurance.
- Ordinance No. 1643: annexation of land in NE1/4 of Section 12, Township 8S, Range 34 (Stithem-Davis Tree Farm, LLC)
- Ordinance No. 1644: rezoning same tract from R-1 to C-2
- City Hall lobby flooring replacement from NWKS Decorating Center: $9,067.38
- Wood chipper purchase request by Eric Hartwell: $48,359.50
- City Connecting Link Improvement application for 2" mill and overlay on South Range Avenue: $869,825.00
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve a request to place bids on a Bandit 200 UC wood chipper listed on the Purple Wave auction website, with the auction closing later that morning. The request is to authorize bids up to $50,000 plus a 10% buyers fee.
- Request to approve bidding on a Bandit 200 UC wood chipper
- Auction on Purple Wave website closes March 15 at 10:00 a.m.
- Maximum bid amount: $50,000 plus 10% buyers fee
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will meet to consult with non-elected personnel regarding the review of candidates for the City Manager position. This discussion is scheduled to take place in an executive session.
- Executive Session to review City Manager candidates
City Council Agendas
The City Council will consider several items including a new loader purchase and a three-year fuel contract advertisement. The council will also discuss the selection of finalists for the City Manager position during a special meeting.
- Review bids and approval to purchase a new loader
- Approval to advertise for a three-year City fuel contract
- Renewal of GHK Farms agricultural lease totaling $16,931.00 per year
- Discussion on 2022 wage structure for Aquatic Park seasonal employees
- Approval of Ag Solutions North, LLC commercial operator permit fee credit
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will consider renewing a three-year agricultural lease with GHK Farms for 338.62 acres at $16,931 per year, review bids for a new loader, and set 2022 wage structure for Aquatic Park seasonal employees. They will also hear a Livewell NW Kansas update on playground improvements, discuss the community building, and approve advertising for a three-year fuel contract.
- Renewal of agricultural lease with GHK Farms: 338.62 acres at $50.00/acre, totaling $16,931.00 per year for three years
- Review bids and approval to purchase new loader
- Wage structure for 2022 Aquatic Park seasonal employees
- Livewell NW Kansas presentation on 2021 update and playground area update request
- Approval to advertise for three-year city fuel contract due May 27, 2022
City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss restructuring the Tree Removal Rebate Program and reviewing applications for IRBs for two new hotels. The meeting also includes consideration of legal and engineering service agreements.
- Restructure Tree Removal Rebate Program to $500 per tree and allow private property removal
- Fisher/Phillips LLP agreement for employment advice at $395.00 hourly rate
- $110,000.00 construction engineering agreement with Penco Engineering for Country Club Drive
- Review of IRB applications for two new hotels
- Approval of Special Use Permit renewals for Citizens Medical Center and CB Heating AC & Plumbing
City Council Agendas
The City Council will consider awarding construction contracts and engineering services for a new sidewalk between the Event Center and Colby Community College. The meeting also includes discussions on infrastructure grants, equipment bids, and airport lease approvals.
- Reviewing bids and awarding a construction contract for a sidewalk near the Event Center
- Approval of EBH Engineering Services contract for sidewalk design/construction
- Submitting three applications for Building a Stronger Economy grant funding
- Approval of $38,210.71 pay request No. 25 from Coonrod & Associates
- Hangar lease approval for Big Sky Operations, Inc. at Airport Industrial Tract
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and potentially approve several contracts and leases, including a $505,000 task order for generator installation, bids for two police vehicles, and renewals of agricultural leases. They will also consider advertising for bids on a sidewalk project and discuss strategic planning and other operational items.
- KMEA Task Order #3: $505,000 for two 3 MW CAT generators plus bonding fees and sales tax
- Bid review for two sport utility police vehicles
- Advertisement for bids for sidewalk between Event Center and Colby Community College, bid opening Feb 8, 2022
- Renewal of agricultural lease with GHK Farms: $17,041.50/year for 3 years
- Renewal of agricultural lease with Barbwire S. Farms: $7,200/year for 3 years
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will hold a public hearing and consider action on a junked vehicle violation, then vote on several contracts and resolutions, including a $1.97 million generator purchase, appointment of an interim city manager, and a fund transfer. They will also discuss recreation department consolidation, bridge inspection, and various equipment purchases.
- Public hearing on junked vehicle violation at 1135 Wheatridge Rd.
- Purchase of 3 MW CAT generator for $1,974,000.00
- Appointment of Ronald D. Alexander as Interim City Manager (Resolution 1177)
- Transfer of $106,469.14 from Capital Improvement Reserve to General Fund
- Ordinance 1642 combining Colby Recreation Commission with City Recreation Department