Coffey County, Kansas

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Start: 2026-07-27
Location: Coffey County, Kansas

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Mon Jul 27, 2026

County Commissioners

Coffey County Commissioners to receive updates from OK Kids and Emergency Management

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to hear a presentation from Scot Jeffers regarding Coffey County OK Kids. The board will also receive a monthly update from Emergency Management.

Presentation by Scot Jeffers regarding Coffey County OK Kids
Monthly update from Emergency Management

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Wed Jul 29, 2026

Planning & Zoning

Planning Board to hold Comprehensive Plan work session

The Coffey County Planning Board will meet for a work session regarding the Comprehensive Plan with Marvin Planning Consultants. The meeting also includes reports from Environmental Health and the Zoning and Subdivision Administrator.

Comprehensive Plan work session with Marvin Planning Consultants

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COFFEY COUNTY PLANNING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA cc: Planning Board Members Planning and Zoning Director Coffey County Commissioners Environmental Health Director County Attorney News Media County Clerk DATE: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 TIME: 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Burlington Library - Meeting Room 410 Juniatta Street Burlington, KS 66839 PLANNING BOARD MEMBERS Clay Rolf, Chairperson Levi Saueressig, Vice Chairperson Aaron Thomsen, Secretary Craig Nickel, Member Jacquie Mitchell, Member Art Freund, Member Darrell Wilson, Member Alan Holmes, Member Shanna Cook, Member 7:00 p.m. Roll call Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes from June 17, 2026 7:05 p.m. Comprehensive Plan work session via Teams with Marvin Planning Consultants Committee and Staff Reports: Report of the Environmental Health Carl Lee Report of the Zoning and Subdivision Administrator Heidi Harris Open Forum Discussion/Future Agenda Items/ Informational Presentations Adjournment

Wed Jul 29, 2026

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Planning Board to hold Comprehensive Plan work session

The Coffey County Planning Board will meet to conduct a work session on the Comprehensive Plan with Marvin Planning Consultants. The meeting also includes reports from Environmental Health and the Zoning and Subdivision Administrator.

Comprehensive Plan work session with Marvin Planning Consultants

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Mon Jul 20, 2026

County Commissioners

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman - Tourism Marketing & Communications Intern Discussion 9:10 Travis Sipe – Interest in the Tourism Board 9:15 Road & Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Geotechnical Engineering Services 9:20 County Counselor Wade Bowie, II – Law Enforcement Center Pay App No. 31, Change Order No. 52 9:40 Environmental Health Director Carl Lee and Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman – Water Update 9:50 Break 10:00 County Counselor Wade Bowie – Sale and Disposition of North Property 10:45 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen Coffey County Agenda - Regular Meeting DATE: Monday, July 20, 2026 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Coffey County Commission Chambers, Room 201

Mon Jul 13, 2026

County Commissioners

Coffey County Commissioners to hold budget work session and road viewings

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a budget work session with auditors and a road viewing hearing. The body will also review bids for back up power and water softeners.

Back up power bids presented by Emergency Management Director Amber Presley
Water softener bid opening with County Attorney Wade Bowie, II and Sheriff Tom Johnson
Request from Housing Authority Director Lynzie Stukey to waive landfill fees
Discussion regarding listing agreement for 1234 Old Hwy 50 property
Road viewing and hearing

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute Emergency Management Director Amber Presley – Back Up Power bids 9:05 County Attorney Wade Bowie, II and Sheriff Tom Johnson – Water Softener Bid Opening 9:10 Housing Authority Director Lynzie Stukey - Request to Waive Landfill Fees 9:15 Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Contract Documents 9:20 Appraiser Connie Lawrence – Personnel Matters Non-Elected Personnel 9:30 Budget Work Session – Auditors 10:45 Discussion Regarding Listing Agreement for 1234 Old Hwy 50 Property 11:00 Road Viewing Noon Lunch 1:00 Road Viewing - Hearing BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen Coffey County Agenda - Regular Meeting DATE: Monday, July 13, 2026 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Coffey County Commission Chambers, Room 201

Mon Jul 6, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to review 2027 budget questions and health contracts

The Board of County Commissioners will address budget questions for planning and zoning, the sheriff, and fire services. The board will also consider a tire bid and health department contracts. A budget work session is scheduled to follow the meeting.

2027 Budget Questions from Planning and Zoning Administrator Heidi Harris
2027 Budget Questions from Sheriff Tom Johson
2027 Budget Questions from Fire Administrator Randall Brown
Tire bid approval for Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst
Approval to sign Immunization Action Plan and Maternal and Child Health contracts

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Planning and Zoning Administrator Heidi Harris – 2027 Budget Questions 9:20 Sheriff Tom Johson – 2027 Budget Questions 9:25 Coffey County Fire Administrator Randall Brown – 2027 Budget Questions 9:35 Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst - Tire Bid Approval 9:50 Break 10:00 Public Health Administrator Amilia Marchant - Review and Seek Approval to Sign the Immunization Action Plan and the Maternal and Child Health contracts between Kansas Department of Health and Coffey County Health Department *****Budget work session following the meeting***** BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen Coffey County Agenda - Regular Meeting DATE: Monday, July 6, 2026 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Coffey County Commission Chambers, Room 201

Mon Jun 29, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to discuss transient guest tax increase and airport utility study

The Coffey County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a zoning case and a health department MOU. The body will also discuss a transient guest tax increase and a budget work session.

Possible approval for Case ZC-2026-01
Transient Guest Tax Increase Resolution
RFP for Engineering Services for a Utilities Feasibility Study at the Airport Industrial Site
MOU between KDHE Division of Health Care Finance and Coffey County Health Department for Presumptive Eligibility
Budget Work Session

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Heidi Harris - Reviewing and Possible Approval for Case ZC-2026-01 9:20 Shanna Cook – Planning Board Interview 9:25 Coffey County Cancer Support Group Sponsorship 9:30 Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman - Transient Guest Tax Increase Resolution and RFP for Engineering Services for a Utilities Feasibility Study at the Airport Industrial Site 9:40 Question and Sign warrants and vouchers for the month of June 2026 10:15 Health Department Administrator Amilia Marchant - Review of MOU between KDHE Division of Health Care Finance and Coffey County Health Department for Presumptive Eligibility 10:30 Budget Work Session BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen Coffey County Agenda - Regular Meeting DATE: Mon June 29, 2026 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Coffey County Commission Chambers, Room 201

Mon Jun 22, 2026

County Commissioners

Coffey County Commissioners to hold budget work session and review 2027 requests

The Board of County Commissioners will review 2027 budget requests from the Tourism & Visitors Board and the Conservation District. The meeting includes a budget work session and a bid opening for a water softening system.

2027 Budget Request from Tourism & Visitors Board
2027 Budget Request from Conservation District Director Kristi Vogts
Bid opening for Water Softening System
WIC Contract Renewal presented by Health Department Administrator Amilia Marchant
Coffey County Comprehensive Plan Project Update

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✓ Decided: Commission establishes 70Five Reinvestment Housing Incentive District

The Board approved a resolution to establish the 70Five Reinvestment Housing Incentive District and extended a contract for the county's Comprehensive Plan. Other actions included personnel payroll changes, a board appointment, and a WIC program agreement.

Approved Resolution No. 2026-979 establishing the 70Five Reinvestment Housing Incentive District
Rescinded paragraph 7 of the June 15, 2026 minutes regarding a housing incentive district
Approved payroll change for Kayla Rhoads to $31.94 effective 6/1/2026
Approved hire of Todd Henricks for Lake Patrol at $16.21 effective 6/23/2026
Approved contract extension with Marvin Planning Consultants for the Comprehensive Plan
Approved WIC Program Agreement between CareArc Emporia and Coffey County Health Department
Appointed Jodi Thomas to the Hospital Board for a term expiring December 31, 2026
Approved solicitation of sealed bids for the Quad Plex Water Softening System Project

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Tourism & Visitors Board - 2027 Budget Request 9:20 Conservation District Director Kristi Vogts – 2027 Budget Request 9:35 Bid Opening Water Softening System 9:40 Jodi Thomas – Hospital Board Interview 9:50 Break 10:00 Citizen Geralyn Krause – Property Damage 10:15 Emergency Management Director Amber Presley – Department Update 10:30 Planning & Zoning Director Heidi Harris - Coffey County Comprehensive Plan Project Update 10:50 Health Department Administrator Amilia Marchant – WIC Contract Renewal Presented to Board of Health 11:00 Budget Work Session BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen Coffey County Agenda - Regular Meeting DATE: Mon June 22, 2026 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Coffey County Commission Chambers, Room 201

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – June 22, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Monday, June 22, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM, with members Michael Abendroth, Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were County Clerk Angie Kirchner and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman, Conservation District Director Kristi Vogts and USDA – Natural Resource Conservation Service Director Kelsey Porter, Ray and Jodi Thomas, Citizens David and Geralyn Kraus, Emergency Management Director Amber Presley, Planning and Zoning Director Heidi Harris, Health Department Administrator Amilia Marchant, Environmental Health Director Carl Lee, Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst, Interns Ellie Shoemaker, Kahne Truelove and Lynsey Davenport and citizen Daniel Myers. 2. McCurry moved to approve the minutes of Monday, June 15, 2026, as written, Barker seconded. Motion passed. 3. Petterson moved to rescind paragraph 7 in the June 15, 2026 minutes, “Paragraph 7. Petterson moved to approve Resolution No. 2026-978; A RESOLUTION OF COFFEY COUNTY, KANSAS, ESTABLISHING A REINVESTMENT HOUSING INCENTIVE DISTRICT WITHIN THE COUNTY, ADOPTING A PLAN FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF HOUSING AND PUBLIC FACILITIES IN SUCH DISTRICT, APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS IN CONJUNCTION THEREWITH (70FIVE REINVESTMENT HO [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 15, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to hold hearing on 70Five Housing Development

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a hearing regarding the 70Five Housing Development. The meeting includes several board member interviews and discussions on county purchasing and water infrastructure.

Hearing on 70Five Housing Development
Extension Office 2027 Budget Request
Request for Bids from Emergency Management Director Amber Presley
Letter of Support for Public Wholesale Water Supply District #12 Water Treatment Plant Project
Pay Application #30 presented by County Counselor Wade Bowie, II

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✓ Decided: Coffey County establishes Reinvestment Housing Incentive District

The Commission approved Resolution No. 2026-978 to create a housing incentive district and adopt a development plan. Other key actions included appointing a new Technology Director and approving a $349,818.08 payment for the Law Enforcement Center project.

Established 70Five Reinvestment Housing Incentive District via Resolution No. 2026-978
Appointed Adam Carver as Technology Director at $85,000 salary
Approved $349,818.08 payment to River City Construction, LLC for Law Enforcement Center Project
Approved $14,755 purchase of Cynet security software from Eagle Technologies
Approved two abatements totaling $6,577.96
Appointed Carrie Williams and Alex Wilkins to the Airport Board
Appointed Alan Holmes to the Planning Board (3-2)
Authorized solicitation of bids for a Three-Phase Lithium Battery Backup Power System

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Hearing 70Five Housing Development 9:15 Extension Office - 2027 Budget Request 9:30 Carrie Williams – Airport Board Interview (By Phone) 9:35 Alan Holmes – Planning Board Interview (By Phone) 9:40 Dustin Bluma – Planning Board Interview 9:45 Alex Wilkins – Airport Board Interview (By Phone) 9:50 Break 10:00 Emergency Management Director Amber Presley – Request for Bids 10:15 Technology Director Brad Scheibmeir – Discuss Purchasing Policy 10:25 Public Wholesale Water Supply District #12 – Letter of Support for Water Treatment Plant Project 10:35 Road & Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Department Update 10:40 County Counselor Wade Bowie, II – Pay Application #30 11:10 County Counselor Wade Bowie, II – Discussion Related to North Property Appraisal 11:15 Housing Authority Discussion – Last on the Agenda BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve M [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – June 15, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Monday, June 15, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM, with members Michael Abendroth, Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were County Clerk Angie Kirchner and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. 70Five Development Patrick Wood and Gilmore and Bell Dominic Eck, Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman, Planning and Zoning Director Heidi Harris, Coffey County Extension Director Jill Barnhardt, Cassidy Collins, Aimee Ludlum and Lauren Hull, Carrie Williams (by phone), Dustin Bluma (by phone), Alan Holmes (by phone) and Alex Wilkins (by phone), Emergency Management Director Amber Presley and Austin Weiss, Jessica George (by phone) Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst, Interns Ellie Shoemaker, Kahne Truelove and Lynsey Davenport and citizen Daniel Myers. 2. McCurry moved to approve the minutes of Monday, June 8, 2026, as written, Barker seconded. Motion passed. 3. Thomsen moved to approve two (2) Abatements in the amount of $6,577.96, Abendroth seconded. Motion passed. 4. McCurry moved to appoint Adam Carver as Technology Director at a salary of $85,000, effective July 1, 2026, Petterson seconded. Motion passed. 5. Thomsen moved, upon the recommendation of the Technology Director, to approve the request for authorization to advertise and hire one (1) f [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 8, 2026

County Commissioners

Coffey County Commissioners to review hospital budget and water district project

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve the hospital budget and hear a 2027 budget request from the SOS Director. The board will also discuss a project for Public Wholesale Water District #12 and truck repairs for the Noxious Weed/Recycle department.

Approval of Hospital Budget
2027 Budget Request from SOS Director Mickey Edwards
Truck repair or replacement for Noxious Weed/Recycle Director Todd Bemis
Discussion of Key West Cemetery
Public Wholesale Water District #12 Project discussion

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✓ Decided: Commission approves 2027 hospital and ambulance budgets

The Coffey County Commission approved the 2027 Hospital Budget of $3,111,025 and the Ambulance Budget of $1,106,994. The board also awarded two road project contracts and approved three payroll notices for new and rehired staff.

Approved 2027 Hospital Budget of $3,111,025
Approved 2027 Ambulance Budget of $1,106,994
Approved $611,221.32 bid from Killough Construction for Hot Mix Asphalt Project A2605-C
Approved $25.77 material and application bid from Straight-Line Striping for Project S2601-C
Approved hire of Gracy Smith as District Court Intern at $15.96/hour
Approved hire of Joni Reppert as Janitorial/Maintenance Custodian at $18.41/hour
Approved rehire of Ellie Shoemaker as County Attorney Summer Intern at $16.25/hour
Approved minutes from June 1, 2026

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute Approve Hospital Budget 9:05 SOS Director Mickey Edwards - 2027 Budget Request 9:15 Noxious Weed/Recycle Director Todd Bemis - Truck Repair/Replace 9:30 Road & Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Department Update 9:40 Road & Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Discussion of Key West Cemetery 9:50 Break 10:00 Discussion – Public Wholesale Water District #12 Project 10:30 Executive Session – Non-Elected Personnel, Technology Director Applicant BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen Coffey County Agenda - Regular Meeting DATE: Mon June 8, 2026 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Coffey County Commission Chambers, Room 201

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – June 8, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Monday, June 8, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM, with members Michael Abendroth, Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were County Clerk Angie Kirchner and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. SOS Director Mickey Edwards and Coffey County Outreach Advocate Alex Plunkett, Noxious Weed/Recycling Director Todd Bemis and Brandee Clark, Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst, Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman, Environmental Health Director Carl Lee, Midwest Engineering Representatives Ben Coltrane and Daniel Coltrane , Burlington City Mayor Stan Luke, Planning and Zoning Director Heidi Harris, Interns Ellie Shoemaker, Kahne Truelove and Lynsey Davenport and citizens William Jackson and Daniel Myers. 2. McCurry moved to approve the minutes of Monday, June 1, 2026, as written, Petterson seconded. Motion passed. 3. Thomsen moved to approve the Coffey County Payroll Notice for Gracy Smith, District Court - Intern, New Hire, Wage Classification: 5-1, Wage: $15.96, effective 06/01/2026, McCurry seconded. Motion passed. 4. McCurry moved to approve the 2027 Hospital Budget in the amount of $3,111,025 and Ambulance Budget in the amount of $1,106,994 as submitted, Petterson seconded. Motion passed. The previous 2026 Hospital Budget was $3,111,025 and the Ambul [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to review water infrastructure and 2027 budget requests

The Board of County Commissioners will hear presentations on water infrastructure and economic development assessment findings. The body is reviewing 2027 budget requests from the Chamber of Commerce, Coffey County Transportation, and the Housing Authority.

Water Infrastructure Project presentation by Midwest Engineering
Law Enforcement Center Change Order No. 51 and Pay Application 29
Review of excavator bids by Road & Bridge Supervisor Adam Hoch
Planning Board recommendation to review bylaws and job description
Salary market update introduction by McGrath

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Law Enforcement Center payment and Planning Board bylaws

The Commission approved a $313,784 payment for the Law Enforcement Center project and adopted revised bylaws for the Coffey County Planning Board. The board also appointed a new member to the Housing Authority Board and approved two new highway department hires. A bid for a John Deere tractor was tabled.

Adopted Coffey County Planning Board Bylaws with revisions to Article 1, Section 6, Paragraph 7
Appointed Brian Payer to the Coffey County Housing Authority Board
Approved Planning and Zoning Director job description
Approved hire of Jason Bailey as Light Equipment Operator at $20.80/hour
Approved hire of Patrick McSwain as Heavy Equipment Operator at $22.02/hour
Tabled bid from Murphy Tractor & Equipment for $304,644.00
Approved $313,784.00 payment to River City Construction, LLC for Law Enforcement Center
Approved Change Order 51 for Law Enforcement Center (deduct $3,188.64)

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Midwest Engineering – Ben Coltrane – Presentation on Water Infrastructure Project 9:20 Chamber of Commerce – 2027 Budget Presentation 9:30 Economic Development – Jenny Tatman – Center on Rural Innovation Assessment Findings 9:45 Coffey County Transportation Brittany Hawkins – 2027 Budget Request 9:50 Break 10:00 Zoom - McGrath Introduction of Salary Market Update 10:30 Planning & Zoning Administrator Heidi Harris – Planning Board Recommendation to Review Change in Bylaws and Review Job Description 10:50 Housing Authority Director Lynzie Stukey – 2027 Budget Request 11:05 County Counselor Wade H. Bowie, II – Law Enforcement Center, Change Order No. 51 and Pay Application 29 11:15 Amy Robertson – Rural Champion Grant – Introduction 11:30 Road & Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Department Update 11:40 Road & Bridge Supervisor Adam Hoch – Review Excavator Bids 11:45 Executive Session – Non-Elected Personnel, Technology Director Applicant BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – June 1, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Monday, June 1, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM, with members Michael Abendroth, Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were County Clerk Angie Kirchner and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. Midwest Engineering Group Ben Coltrane, Environmental Director Carl Lee, Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman, Tourism Board member Amy Robertson, Chamber of Commerce Director Chari Bauman, Board Members Sarah Stewart, Holly Myers, Kierstin Wonser, Mathew Harmon, Coffey County Transportation Director Brittany Hawkins, McGrath Consulting Group Dr. Victoria McGrath, Planning and Zoning Director Heidi Harris, Housing Authority Director Lynzie Stukey, Road and Bridge Supervisor Adam Hoch, Interns Kahne Truelove and Lynsey Davenport citizens William Jackson and Daniel Myers. 2. Thomsen moved to approve the minutes of Tuesday, May 26, 2026, as written, McCurry seconded. Motion passed. 3. Barker moved to approve the minutes of Thursday, May 28, 2026, as written, Abendroth seconded. Motion passed. 4. Midwest Engineering Ben Coltrane - Presented information on Wholesale 12. $1,3 million to design permit. 5. Chamber of Commerce Chari Bauman - presented 2027 Budget Request in the amount of $150,000, the same as 2026. 6. Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman pres [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu May 28, 2026

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Commission approves $105,948 payment for Airport Access Road

The Coffey County Commission authorized a payment to Killough Construction and approved a revised organizational table for the Appraiser’s Office. The Board also signed warrants and vouchers for May 2026.

Authorized $105,948.13 payment (Pay App No. 6) to Killough Construction for Airport Access Road
Approved revised Table of Organization for the Appraiser’s Office
Signed warrants and vouchers for May 2026

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – May 28, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Thursday, May 28, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting back to order at 9:00 AM, with members Michael Abendroth, Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were Payroll/Benefits Coordinator Kacy Peres and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. 2. McCurry moved to authorize and direct the Chairman to sign Pay App No. 6 for Killough Construction in the amount of $105,948.13 for the Airport Access Road, seconded by Abendroth. Motion carried. 3. Thomsen moved to authorize and direct the Chairman to sign the revised Table of Organization for the Appraiser’s Office, seconded by McCurry. Motion carried. 4. The Board questioned and signed warrants and vouchers for the month of May 2026. 5. The Board will question and sign warrants and vouchers for the month of June on Monday, June 29, 2026, following the meeting. 6. Petterson adjourned the meeting at 11:14 AM. Correspondence Signed: Attest: Chairman County Clerk

Tue May 26, 2026

County Commissioners

Coffey County Commissioners to review 2027 budget requests

The Board of County Commissioners will hear budget requests for 2027 from Empower House Ministries and the Coffey County Airport. The board will also consider requests for landfill fee waivers and donations.

Housing Authority Director Lynzie Stukey request to waive landfill fees
Empower House Ministries 2027 budget request
Coffey County Airport 2027 budget request
Sheriff Tom Johnson invitation to bid for water softener and elevator service contract
Floyd Lewis Foundation sponsorship/donation request

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✓ Decided: Commission approves road contracts and elevator maintenance

The Board approved multiple personnel hires and wage changes, as well as contracts for road work and elevator maintenance. They authorized a bid solicitation for a water softening system and waived landfill fees for two residents.

Approved $3,750 contract with uR Solutions for LIDAR data contour lines
Approved $6,400 annual elevator maintenance agreement for 625 Neosho St.
Tabled elevator maintenance agreement for 110 S 6th St.
Approved solicitation of sealed bids for Quad Plex Water Softening System Project
Approved Hot Mix contract documents with Killough Construction (Project No. A2603-C)
Approved Hot Mix contract documents with Killough Construction (Project No. A2604-C)
Waived landfill fees for Jacob and Kristen Sutton
Waived landfill fees for Doug Trester

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute Housing Authority Director Lynzie Stukey - Request to Waive Landfill Fees 9:05 Melissa Landis - Empower House Ministries - 2027 Budget Request 9:20 Steve Lewis - Floyd Lewis Foundation - Sponsorship/Donation Request 9:30 Sheriff Tom Johnson – Water Softener Invitation to Bid & Elevator Service Contract 9:50 Break 10:00 Emergency Management - Monthly Report 10:15 Road & Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Department Update 10:30 Coffey County Airport Darren Isch – 2027 Budget Request 10:45 Sheriff Tom Johnson – Executive Session Regarding Insurance Matters 11:00 Interview Candidate for IT Director – Executive Session BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen Coffey County Agenda - Regular Meeting DATE: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Coffey County Commission Chambers, Room 201

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – May 26, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM, with members Michael Abendroth, Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were County Clerk Angie Kirchner and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. Appraiser Connie Lawrence and Cara Mays, Housing Authority Director Lynzie Stukey, Empower House Ministries Director Melissa Landis, Floyd Lewis Foundation President Steve Lewis, Sheriff Tom Johnson, Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst, NextEra Energy Devon Pishalski, Interns Kahne Truelove and Lynsey Davenport and Daniel Myers. 2. Barker moved to approve the minutes of Monday, May 18, 2026, as written, McCurry seconded. Motion passed. 3. McCurry moved to authorize and direct the Chairman to sign the Coffey County Payroll Notice for Ty Steffens, Sheriff - Intern, New Hire, Temporary, Wage Classification: 5-1, Wage: $15.96, Effective 5/11/2026, Abendroth seconded. Motion passed. 4. McCurry moved to approve the contract with uR Solutions (URS) dated May 18, 2026, to create countywide 2’ contour lines with elevation attribution and a countywide hillshade image from the 2018 LIDAR data for Coffey County in the amount of $3,750, and direct the Chairman to sign same, seconded. Motion passed. 5. McCurry moved to waive Landfill fees for Jacob and Kristen Sutton locat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 18, 2026

County Commissioners

Coffey County Commissioners to review 2027 budget requests

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss budget requests for legal services and the county museum. The agenda includes updates on ballfield lights, a sheriff's vehicle, and building code compliance.

2027 Budget Request from Legal Services Ty Wheeler
2027 Budget Request from Coffey County Museum Director Shirley Gorge
New Ballfield Lights proposal from Burlington Rec Center
Replacement vehicle request from Sheriff Tom Johnson
Building Code Compliance Inspector discussion with Central National Bank

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✓ Decided: Commission approves $58,600 police vehicle and several highway projects

The Board approved the purchase of a replacement Chevy Tahoe for the Sheriff's Office and authorized bids for asphalt and paint striping projects. They also approved a $20,500 consulting agreement for the 2027 valuation year and five tax abatements. Several seasonal highway hires and personnel changes were finalized.

Approved purchase of 2026 Chevy Tahoe for $58,600.00
Approved consulting agreement with McCully and Associates for $20,500
Approved five tax abatements totaling $1,182.34
Authorized sealed bids for Hot Mix Asphalt Project A2605-C
Authorized sealed bids for 100 miles of Highway Paint Striping S2601-C
Approved contract with APAC-Kansas Inc. Shears Division for Hot Mix Project A2602-C
Approved Change Order No. 9 for CDBG Airport Access Road Phase I (decrease of $18,970.46)
Approved hiring of one Equipment Operator for Road and Bridge

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Legal Services Ty Wheeler – 2027 Budget Request 9:30 Burlington Rec Center Scot Jeffers & Kent Hoyt – New Ballfield Lights 9:50 Break 10:00 Sheriff Tom Johnson – Replacement Vehicle 10:15 Coffey County Museum Director Shirley Gorge – 2027 Budget Request 10:30 Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Department Update 11:00 Central National Bank Brenda Klubek - Building Code Compliance Inspector 11:15 County Attorney Wade Bowie, II – Executive Session – Non-Elected Personnel BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen Coffey County Agenda - Regular Meeting DATE: Monday, May 18, 2026 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Coffey County Commission Chambers, Room 201

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – May 18, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Monday, May 18, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM, with members Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were County Clerk Angie Kirchner and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. Legal Services Attorney Ty Wheeler, Appraiser Connie Lawrence and Carar Mays, Rec Center Director Scot Jefers and Board Chairman Kent Hoyt, Sheriff Tom Johnson, Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst, Museum Director Shirley Gorge, Central National Bank President Brenda Klubek and Daniel Myers. Michael Abendroth was absent. 2. Thomsen moved to approve the minutes of Monday, May 11, 2026, as written, McCurry seconded. Motion passed. 3. McCurry moved to approve five (5) tax abatements in the amount of $1,182.34, Thomsen seconded. Motion passed. 4. McCurry moved to authorize and direct the Chairman to sign the Agricultural Risk Coverage - County Option (ARC-CO) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) Election and Contract through the Farm Service Agency under the USDA, Petterson seconded. Motion passed. 5. Petterson moved to authorize and direct the Chairman to sign the letter to the Kansas Department of Commerce requesting a 60-day extension of the construction contract execution deadline for the CDBG ECDC-USD 243, Barker seconded. Motion passed. 6. Thomsen moved to approve the consulting a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 11, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners review 2027 hospital budget and 70Five Development RHID resolution

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the 2027 budget request for the hospital and a resolution for a public hearing regarding the 70Five Development RHID. The meeting also includes requests for truck beds and elevator contracts.

Hospital Administrator Stacy Augustyn: 2027 Budget Request
Resolution for June 11th public hearing on 70Five Development RHID
Road and Bridge Supervisor Adam Hoch: Purchase of truck beds
Sheriff Tom Johnson: Elevator contracts
Noxious Weed Todd Bemis: Tornado shelter

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✓ Decided: Commission approves housing incentive district resolution and equipment purchases

The Board approved Resolution No. 2026-978 to establish a reinvestment housing incentive district and set a public hearing date. The Commission also authorized several equipment purchases for road and bridge work and a tornado shelter. Personnel updates included new hires and promotions for the Noxious Weed and Jail departments.

Approved Resolution No. 2026-978 to establish a reinvestment housing incentive district
Approved $10,634 purchase for LaserFiche document imaging maintenance
Approved three flatbed trailer purchases from Sancrest Trailer Sales totaling $21,480.88
Approved $9,000 purchase of a steel tornado shelter from Protection Shelters of Wichita
Authorized contract with Killough Construction for Hot Mix (Project No. A2601-C)
Approved hire of Jerry Snovelle as part-time Noxious Weed Laborer at $15.96/hour
Approved promotion of Justice Kemmerer to Jail Corporal at $22.02/hour
Approved promotion of Dawnielle Seitter to Jail Sergeant at $23.02/hour

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Hospital Administrator Stacy Augustyn - 2027 Budget Request 9:20 Road and Bridge Supervisor Adam Hoch – Purchase Truck Beds 9:30 Economic Development Director - Passing Resolution for Public Hearing on June 11th for 70Five Development RHID 9:50 Break 10:00 Waverly FBLA – National Leadership Conference 10:15 Sheriff Tom Johnson – Elevator Contracts 10:45 Noxious Weed Todd Bemis – Tornado Shelter and Two Executive Sessions – Non-Elected Personnel Regarding Job Performance 11:20 Arden Payer – Concerned Citizen 11:35 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen Coffey County Agenda - Regular Meeting DATE: Monday, May 11, 2026 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Coffey County Commission Chambers, Room 201

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – May 11, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Monday, May 11, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM, with members Michael Abendroth, Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were County Clerk Angie Kirchner and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. Hospital Administrator Stacy Augustyn, CFO Ray Leadbetter Hospital Board members Perry Chapman, Eric Ervin, and Dan Redding, Road and Bridge Supervisor Adam Hoch, Planning and Zoning Administrator Heidi Harris and Gilmore and Bell Dominic Eck, Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman, Waverly FBLA Sponsor Ben Chapman and FBLA members Alec Stice, Gavin Stice, Holden Fraenza, Evelyn McMillian, Addison Drumm, Eli Seamen, Emma Gaddis, Michael Lee and Hayden Ohl, Sheriff Tom Johnson, Noxious Weed/Recycling Director Todd Bemis, Arden Payer and citizens Jessie Knight and Daniel Myers. 2. McCurry moved to approve the minutes of Monday, May 4, 2026, as written, Barker seconded. Motion passed. 3. Thomsen moved to authorize and direct the Chairman to sign the Coffey County Payroll Notice for Jerry Snovelle, Noxious Weed - Laborer, New Hire, Part Time, Short Term/Summer Temp, Wage Classification: 5-1, Wage: $15.96, Effective 5/8/2026, Abendroth seconded. Motion passed. 4. Petterson moved, upon the recommendation of Brad Scheibmeir, IT director, to waive the purchasing policy [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 4, 2026

County Commissioners

Coffey County Commissioners to review 2027 library budget and zoning topics

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss budget requests and contract reviews. The agenda includes updates on road and bridge projects and a discussion on unregulated county zoning.

2027 Budget Request from Library Administrator Debbie Shoemaker
Appropriation request from Crosswinds
Board of Health contract review for Pharmacist, Milk Bank, APRN and Students
Pay Application 28 and Change Orders 48, 49 & 50 presented by County Counselor Wade Bowie, II
Discussion of Unregulated County Zoning Topics

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✓ Decided: Coffey County prohibits data centers and battery energy storage for one year

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution banning data centers and battery energy storage systems for one year. The board also awarded three asphalt projects totaling over $2.9 million and approved several health department service agreements.

Approved Resolution No. 2026-977 prohibiting data centers and battery energy storage systems for one year (4-1)
Approved $973,218.40 bid to APAC-Kansas Inc. for Hot Mix Asphalt Project A2602-C
Approved $1,261,620.00 bid to Killough Construction for Hot Mix Asphalt Project A2603-C
Approved $702,124.95 bid to Killough Construction for Hot Mix Asphalt Project A2604-C
Approved $272,693.62 payment to River City Construction, LLC for Law Enforcement Center Project Phase 2
Approved nurse, pharmacist, and milk bank laboratory service agreements for the Health Department
Approved request to solicit formal bids for one hydraulic excavator
Approved hiring one Equipment Operator to fill a vacancy

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Library Administrator Debbie Shoemaker - 2027 Budget Request 9:20 Crosswinds-Amanda Cunningham - Appropriation request 9:35 Board of Health - Contract Review for Pharmacist, Milk Bank, APRN and Students 9:50 Break 10:00 Sheriff's Office and McElroy's - Discussion of Water Softener System 10:30 Road & Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Department Update 10:45 Road & Bridge Supervisor Adam Hoch – Invitation to Bid 11:00 BHS FBLA – National Leadership Conference 11:15 Noxious Weed & Recycling Director Todd Bemis – Tornado Shelter 11:30 County Counselor Wade Bowie, II – Pay Application 28, Change Orders 48, 49 & 50 11:50 Sheriff Tom Johnson – Elevator Service Contracts 12:10 Planning & Zoning Administrator Heidi Harris – Discussion of Unregulated County Zoning Topics BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Commission District No. 1 Michael Abendroth Commission District No. 2 Mark Petterson Commission District No. 3 Todd Barker Commission District No. 4 Steve McCurry Commission District No. 5 Wayde Thomsen [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – May 4, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Monday, May 4, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM, with members Michael Abendroth, Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were Payroll/Benefits Coordinator Kacy Peres, County Clerk Angie Kirchner and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. Library Administrator Debbie Shoemaker, CrossWinds Counseling and Wellness Administrator Amanda Cunningham, CFO Sarah Stockwell and Manager Erin Neal, Health Department Administrator Amilia Marchant, Environmental Health Director Carl Lee, Sheriff Tom Johnson, McElroy’s Adam Outlaw, River City Cole Stockman, City of Burlington Stan Luke, Noxious Weed Director Todd Bemis, Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst, Road and Bridge Supervisor Adam Hoch, BHS FBLA Representative Rachel Belcher, students Jaycee Belcher, Korryn Bolen, Arnesia Williams, Brinley Belcher and Brandon Hazlett, Planning and Zoning Administrator Heidi Harris and Economic Development Director Jenny Tatman. 2. McCurry moved to approve the minutes of Monday, April 27, 2026, as written, Petterson seconded. Motion passed. 3. McCurry moved to authorize and direct Chairman to sign the CP-2 Payroll Notice for Emmett Hazen, Laborer-Noxious Weed Department, Wage Classification: from 05-01 to 05-02; wage: from $15.96 to $16.25, Effective 05/18/2026 (not to exceed 1,000 hou [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 27, 2026

County Commissioners

Coffey County Commissioners to hold street closure hearing for Hillview Addition

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a street closure in the Hillview Addition. The board will also consider several individuals for appointments to the Planning and Library Boards.

Street Closure Hearing for Hillview Addition
KDOT Contract presented by Noxious Weed Director Todd Bemis
Planning Board interest from Aaron C. Thomsen and Levi Saueressig
Library Board interest from Kimberley Skillman-Robrahn and Misty Miner
Disposal and E-Recycling discussion with Technology Director Brad Scheibmeir

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✓ Decided: Commission approves street vacation in Hillview subdivision

The Board approved Resolution No. 2026-976 to vacate a portion of a street in the Hillview subdivision. Other actions included appointing members to the Planning and Library boards and approving a law enforcement agreement with ICE.

Approved Resolution No. 2026-976 to vacate a portion of a street in Hillview subdivision
Approved memorandum of agreement between Coffey County Sheriff’s Office and ICE
Appointed Aaron Thomsen and reappointed Levi Saueressig to Planning Board and Board of Zoning Appeals
Reappointed Kimberly Skillman-Robrahn to the Library Board
Approved KDOT agreement to treat noxious weeds at $50/labor hour and $150/equipment hour
Approved annual medical services agreement between Coffey County Hospital and Justice Center
Authorized $18.41 wage for Jason Bailey as Seasonal Light Equipment Operator-Highway
Approved electronic recycling of Cisco IP phones and Dell Optiplex 5040 computers

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Public Comments Welcomed *****Deadline to be placed on the agenda is each Thursday by 5:00 PM. Internal county agenda items pertaining to internal county operations can be added up until 2:00 PM each Friday. Please contact the Coffey County Clerk’s office at 620-364-2191 to be added to the agenda or for any changes to the agenda prior to the meeting***** Board of County Commissioners Agenda: 9:00 Call to Order – Flag Salute 9:05 Coffey County ECKAN Human Services Coordinator Heather Carver - Community Action Month Proclamation 9:15 Sheriff’s Office – Correction’s Officer Week Proclamation 9:30 BHS FCCLA Sponsor Libby Johnson – Nationals Sponsorship 9:45 Break 10:00 Street Closure Hearing – Hillview Addition 10:15 Aaron C. Thomsen – Interest in Planning Board (by phone) 10:25 Levi Saueressig – Interest in Planning Board 10:35 Kimberley Skillman-Robrahn – Interest in Library Board (by phone) 10:40 Misty Miner – Interest in Library Board 10:45 Noxious Weed Director Todd Bemis – KDOT Contract 11:00 Emergency Management Director Amber Presley – Monthly Update 11:15 Technology Director Brad Scheibmeir – Disposal and E-Recycling 11:25 Road & Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst – Department Update 11:40 Executive Session (non-elected personnel) – County Counselor and Commissioners 11:50 Executive Session (non-elected personnel) – County Counselor and Commissioners *****Question and Sign Warrants and Vouchers for th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Coffey County Commission Meeting Minutes – April 27, 2026 1. The Coffey County Commission Chambers opened at 8:00 AM, Monday, April 27, 2026. Chairman Mark Petterson called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM, with members Michael Abendroth, Todd Barker, Steve McCurry and Wayde Thomsen present. Also present during the meeting were Payroll/Benefits Coordinator Kacy Peres, County Clerk Angie Kirchner and County Counselor Wade Bowie, II. ECKAN Representatives Heather Carver and Brandi Lopez and Head Start Representative Kathy Sage, BHS FCCLA Libby Johnson, Aaron C. Thomsen (by phone), Levi Saueressig, Misty Miner, Noxious Weed Director Todd Bemis, Emergency Management Director Amber Presley, Technology Director Brad Scheibmeir, Kimberly Skillman-Robrahn (by phone), Carolyn Harvey, Planning and Zoning Administrator Heidi Harris, City of New Strawn Mayor Jeanne Haas, Road and Bridge Superintendent Ryan Durst, Sheriff Tom Johnson and citizen Daniel Myers. 2. Barker moved to approve the minutes of Monday, April 20, 2026, as written, McCurry seconded. Motion passed. 3. McCurry moved to proclaim the month of May 2026 as Community Action Month, Petterson seconded. Motion passed. 4. Abendroth moved to proclaim May 3-9, 2026 as National Corrections Officers Week throughout Coffey County, Kansas, Barker seconded. Motion passed. 5. Petterson moved to support a memorandum of agreement between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), a component of the Departm [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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