Pratt public meetings in 2024
31 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
This is a workshop meeting, so no formal decisions will be made. Commissioners will discuss a range of topics including a potential relocation of the Pratt Police Department to the Community Center, employee salary adjustments (COLA, merit raises, law enforcement and lineman pay), and future infrastructure needs and funding. Other items include reflections on the past year, projects to finish, and operational issues such as the swimming pool schedule and the shared calendar.
- Discussion of Pratt Police Department potential move to the Community Center
- COLA, merit raises, and adjustments to law enforcement and lineman salaries
- Future infrastructure needs and potential funding sources
- Finance Department and Accounting Contracts
- Swimming Pool future operations and hours
The Pratt City Commission held a workshop meeting to discuss 2024 and set goals for 2025. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made during the session. The meeting was adjourned at 2:24 p.m.
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will discuss and potentially approve several funding items, including a contract amendment for EBH, funding for street roller repairs, and a new electric department bucket truck. The commission will also consider the 2025 comprehensive fee schedule and resolutions regarding alcohol at the Municipal Building for the Filly Mardi Gras Ball and GAAP accounting.
- Discussion and/or approval of EBH contract amendment for additional funds
- Street Department funding request for roller repairs
- Electric Department funding request for a new bucket truck
- Approval of 2025 comprehensive fee schedule
- Resolution 121624-A to allow alcohol at Municipal Building for Filly Mardi Gras Ball
The Pratt City Commission approved the 2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule, which increases water, sanitation, sewer, and electric rates, while reducing pool season passes. They also approved several funding requests, including $25,550.66 for roller repairs and $413,755.15 for a new bucket truck, and a 2% cost-of-living adjustment for 2025. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved EBH Contract Amendment for water study and nitrate remediation (unanimous)
- Approved $25,550.66 for Street Department roller repairs (unanimous)
- Approved $413,755.15 for Electric Department Altec bucket truck (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 Comprehensive Fee Schedule with rate increases (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 121624-A for alcohol at Mardi Gras Ball (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 121624-B GAAP waiver (unanimous)
- Approved 2% COLA for 2025 (unanimous)
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will discuss and vote on several items including a water conservation plan and a water drought emergency ordinance, a resolution to allow alcohol at the Municipal Building for the Paramount80 concert, 2025 cereal malt beverage applications, and yearly agreement renewals for the humane society, municipal judge, and public defender. They will also receive an update from the Chamber of Commerce.
- Resolution 120224 allowing alcohol at the Municipal Building for the Paramount80 concert
- Water Conservation Plan
- Ordinance 2411 Water Drought Emergency
- 2025 Cereal Malt Beverage Applications
- Yearly Agreement Renewals: Pratt Area Humane Society, Municipal Judge, Public Defender
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will discuss and potentially approve several agreements, including a Build Kansas Matching Grant for electric utilities and a KDOT urban street classification update. Also on the agenda are event permits for a Mardi Gras ball and animals at Christmas in the Park, as well as an endowment fund agreement. The meeting includes reports from city staff.
- Discussion/approval of alcoholic beverage permit for Mardi Gras Ball at Municipal Building on March 1, 2025
- Discussion/approval of animals at Christmas in the Park event
- Discussion/approval of EBH Agreement
- Discussion/approval of Hot and Cold Tower Garden Endowment Fund Agreement with South Central Community Foundation
- Discussion/approval of Build Kansas Matching Grant Agreement for electric utilities
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will hold a regular meeting on November 4, 2024. Business items include discussion and possible approval of allowing animals at the Christmas in the Park event, consideration of the EBH Agreement with an EBH representative and the city attorney, and a discussion on Rural Economic Development and Travel and Tourism. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, reports from city staff, and an open agenda period for city matters.
- Discussion and/or approval of animals at Christmas in the Park – Amy Prater
- Discussion and/or approval of the EBH Agreement – EBH Representative and City Attorney Cody Smith
- Discussion of Rural Economic Development and Travel and Tourism – Terry Williamson
- Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024 Regular Meeting
- Open agenda for city matters (3-minute time limit)
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will consider approving the Enterprise Fleet Program, a partnership with The Climate and Energy Project, and two agreements for the Grid Resilience Grant Program. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and reports from city officials.
- Discussion and/or approval of the Enterprise Fleet Program
- Discussion and/or approval of the Statutory Partnership Agreement with The Climate and Energy Project
- Discussion and/or approval of the Consulting Agreement for the Grid Resilience Grant Program
- Discussion and/or approval of the Kansas Corporation Commission Agreement for the Grid Resilience Grant Program
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss and potentially approve several items including a franchise renewal agreement with Kansas Gas Service (Ord. 2407), a grant writing contract with The McLeod Group, a resolution allowing beer sales at the Logan Mize concert on city property, and a new City Attorney Agreement. The meeting also includes an open agenda for city matters and reports from city staff.
- Discussion and possible approval of Ord. 2407 Kansas Gas Service Franchise Renewal Agreement
- Discussion and possible approval of The McLeod Group Grant Writing Contract
- Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 100724 for Beer Sales at Logan Mize Concert on City Property
- Discussion and possible approval of City Attorney Agreement
City Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget and consider approving it along with Resolution 09-1624 to levy a property tax rate above the revenue neutral rate. Other items include closing Lemon Park for Christmas in the Park, contracting for water system improvements, and a franchise renewal agreement with Kansas Gas Service. The Commission will also discuss rezoning 823 S. Jackson and a city attorney agreement.
- Public hearing on the 2025 proposed City of Pratt budget
- Resolution 09-1624 levying a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate
- Discussion and/or approval of closing Lemon Park for Christmas in the Park
- EBH Contract for Engineering Services for Water System Improvements
- Ordinance 2407 Kansas Gas Service Franchise Renewal Agreement
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will discuss and vote on several ordinances and agreements, including the renewal of Kansas Gas Service's franchise, a rezoning request at 823 S. Jackson, a KDHE loan for the KPWSLF Project 3220, and amendments to traffic and public offense codes. Other business includes police patrol unit funding, a well testing quote, the final local match for the S. Main Project, bids for Hot & Cold Tower Park, and creation of a tourism ambassador position.
- Ord. 2407 – Kansas Gas Service Franchise Renewal Agreement
- Rezone 823 S. Jackson
- Ord. 2406 – KDHE Loan Agreement for KPWSLF Project 3220
- Ord. 2408 – Amending Standard Traffic Ordinance
- Police Patrol Unit Funding Request
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve a resolution for Oktoberfest and a contract with EBH. The body will also consider a funding request for Unit 5 testing.
- Oktoberfest Resolution 08192024
- EBH Contract
- Funding request for Unit 5 Testing
The Pratt City Commission unanimously approved Resolution 081924 authorizing alcohol sales at the 7th Annual Oktoberfest in Lemon Park on September 21, 2024. They also approved a preliminary engineering contract with EBH and Associates for a highway resurfacing project (not to exceed $65,000) and a $16,309.67 testing quote for Unit 5. During open agenda, citizens voiced property tax concerns, and the City Manager responded by noting cost reductions and grant awards.
- Approved Resolution 081924 for Oktoberfest alcohol sales (unanimous)
- Approved EBH contract for 54 Hwy surface preservation, not to exceed $65,000 (unanimous)
- Approved PTE Unit 5 testing quote of $16,309.67 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of August 5 and August 12 meetings (unanimous)
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission regular meeting on August 19, 2024, is mostly procedural with call to order, roll call, and adjournment. The only business item is a Water Workshop, but the agenda provides no further details on the discussion or decisions planned.
- Water Workshop (no specific details provided in agenda)
The Pratt City Commission held a workshop with University of Kansas Professor Justin Hutchison to discuss water treatment options. The Commission was open to pursuing a small-scale pilot program for activated carbon biofiltration to address nitrates and PFAS, with minimal cost. No formal decision was made; the meeting was informational and adjourned without a vote.
- Discussed activated carbon biofiltration pilot program (no vote)
- Commission open to pursuing pilot on small scale with minimal cost
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission is holding a special meeting solely for executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel. No public votes or other business are on the agenda.
- Executive Session for discussion on non-elected personnel (Item 1)
- Executive Session for discussion on non-elected personnel (Item 2)
- Executive Session for discussion on non-elected personnel (Item 3)
- Executive Session for discussion on non-elected personnel (Item 4)
The Pratt City Commission met in special session and held five executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel, each entered and exited unanimously with nothing reported. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 5:15 pm.
- Entered executive session at 3:05 pm for 30 min (unanimous)
- Returned from executive session at 3:35 pm with nothing to report (unanimous)
- Entered executive session at 3:40 pm for 20 min (unanimous)
- Returned from executive session at 4:00 pm with nothing to report (unanimous)
- Entered executive session at 4:00 pm for 30 min (unanimous)
- Returned from executive session at 4:30 pm with nothing to report (unanimous)
- Entered executive session at 4:30 pm for 20 min (unanimous)
- Returned from executive session at 4:50 pm with nothing to report (unanimous)
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly approve several items, including the 2023 audit, a construction contract, fleet services, and a road overlay project. Public comments and reports from city officials will follow the business portion.
- Discussion and possible approval of the 2023 audit presented by Danielle Hollingshead of Adams Brown
- Approval of the EBH Construction Contract for public works
- Approval of the KDOT Surface Preservation Funds Agreement
- Approval of the 2024 Mill and Overlay Project for road work
- Discussion of the Airport Authority Mill Request
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to discuss health insurance options and the notice of revenue neutral rate intent. The body will also consider funding requests for sanitation building repairs and a wastewater SBR blower. Additionally, the 2024 curb and sidewalk project is on the agenda for discussion and potential approval.
- Notice of Revenue Neutral Rate Intent
- Funding request for Sanitation Building repairs
- Funding request for Waste Water SBR Blower (#2)
- 2024 Curb and Sidewalk Project
- Health insurance options
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a workshop with EBH to discuss the water supply. No other business items are on the agenda.
- Workshop with EBH to discuss the water supply
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will meet to consider several municipal items. The agenda includes proposed public parking changes on S. Main and a funding request for an SBR Blower. The commission will also review the August 24th Street Dance at the Teen Center.
- Public parking changes on S. Main
- Waste Water funding request for an SBR Blower
- August 24th Street Dance at the Teen Center
- Water Conservation Plan
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will consider health insurance options and a funding request for sanitation building improvements. The commission will also discuss closing portions of 4th and Jackson streets for the Filley Festival on August 1.
- Street closures for Vernon Filley Art Museum 'Filley Festival' on August 1
- Review of health insurance options from Gallagher Benefit Services and Midwest Benefit Resources
- Funding request for Sanitation Building Improvements
City Commission
The City Commission will review updates from various municipal departments, including streets, utilities, and public safety. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2025 budget schedule.
- Review of business assistance, donations, and service contracts
- Assessment of the overall budget
- Departmental updates for parks, cemetery, streets, and sanitation
- Electric production and distribution updates
- Fire department equipment and reserve discussions
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to discuss the Pratt Public Library 2025 Budget and a KCC Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Agreement. The body will also consider requests regarding building permit fees and event approvals.
- Approval of B-29 Museum & Memorial 5k
- Request to waive building permit fees for Sacred Heart Catholic Church
- Pratt Public Library 2025 Budget discussion
- Sandy Creek Non-Primary Structures
- KCC Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Agreement
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve a transformer bid and the exchange of federal funds. The body will also review the design for the Hot & Cold Tower.
- Approval of transformer bid
- Exchange of federal funds
- Hot & Cold Tower design discussion
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting to discuss a Legislative Luncheon. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.
- Discussion regarding Legislative Luncheon
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to discuss the exchange of federal funds and the design of the Hot & Cold Tower. The body will also consider a support letter for Arrowhead West Kansas.
- Approval of exchanging federal funds
- Hot & Cold Tower design discussion
- Arrowhead West Kansas support letter
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss and potentially approve funding requests for several utility and public works projects. The meeting includes reviews of water main replacements, electric utility needs, and recreation facility planning.
- Funding request to replace two blocks of water main
- Funding request for power plant roof replacement
- Funding request for electric meters
- Funding request for architectural drawings for an indoor facility
- Discussion on USD 382 Bus Barn fencing and street parking
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to discuss the City Manager agreement and a PFAS class action lawsuit. The body will also consider a 'No Mow May' initiative and mural projects for city businesses.
- Approval of No Mow May
- Mural projects for city businesses
- City Manager Agreement
- PFAS Class Action Law Suit discussion
- Executive session regarding Police Department and City Attorney personnel
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss and potentially approve several operational items, including insurance premiums and utility bids. The meeting includes reviews of agreements with KDOT and the KMEA Board of Directors. Other items involve repairs to the Scout Cabin and changes to the merchant payment platform.
- Property/Auto Insurance Deductible and Premium Amount
- KLINK Agreement Renewal with KDOT
- Sante Fe Trail Bids
- Transformer Bids
- Scout Cabin Repairs
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to discuss the selection of an insurance provider and the implementation of AP Automation. The body will also consider ordinances and resolutions related to Pratt Ladie’s Night and property description corrections.
- Insurance provider selection
- Ordinance 2403 and Resolution 030424 for Pratt Ladie’s Night
- Cleanup Week expansion
- Amendment to Ordinance 2404 and 2405 regarding legal property descriptions
- Airport Board appointment of Ken Furgason
City Commission
The City and County Commission will meet to discuss the Law Enforcement Center and funding for the Economic Development Corporation. No formal votes or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion on Law Enforcement Center
- Discussion on Economic Development Corporation Funding
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve several city service updates, including a comprehensive fee schedule and permitting policy. The body will also consider funding for a traffic light controller and water department truck. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on trail and sidewalk improvements.
- Comprehensive Fee Schedule Update
- Funding request for Traffic Light Controller
- Water Department Truck bid
- Trail & Sidewalk Improvements via Pratt Health Foundation
- Resolution 020524 KMIP Authorization
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to discuss several departmental items including park usage, sidewalk development, and pool hours. The agenda also includes reviewing bids for an electric department bucket truck and street sweeper repairs.
- Pratt Disc Golf Club use of Lemon Park
- Trail Development Sidewalks
- Electric Department Bucket Truck Bids
- Street Sweeper Repairs
- Loyd Group 2025 Budget Contract
City Commission
The Pratt City Commission will discuss and possibly approve several items, including a fire engine purchase agreement, a transformer bid for EV chargers, a CPA services contract, and changes to Travel & Tourism qualifications. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and reports from city officials.
- Discussion and/or approval of Sourcewell/Spartan Agreement for purchase of fire engine
- Discussion and/or approval of transformer bid for EV chargers
- Discussion and/or approval of Adams Brown CPA services contract
- Discussion and/or approval of Travel & Tourism qualifications changes
- Discussion with All Insurance regarding insurance coverage
City Commission
The City Commission will certify the November 2023 election and reorganize its leadership. The body will also consider approvals for IT service quotes, a humane society contract, and salary increases.
- Ordinance 2401 regarding salary increases
- Pratt Humane Society Contract for 2024
- Dell Technologies and NAS service quotes
- Reappointment of 2 Cemetery Board Members
- Designation of official depositories: The Peoples Bank, Legacy Bank, and Fusion Bank