Douglas County public meetings in 2022
51 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission will consider approving a new redistricting map to establish a five-member board. This proposal follows public feedback and previous discussions regarding the expansion of the commission.
- Approval of a new redistricting map for a five-member County Commission Board
- Consideration of Accounts Payable
- Review of the Weekly Manager Memo
- Discussion of County Commission redistricting criteria and map variations
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2022 Amended County Budget. The agenda also includes discussions on county commission redistricting and several liquor license requests.
- 2022 Amended County Budget public hearing and adoption
- County Commission redistricting discussion
- Westlaw subscription authorization not to exceed $139,122
- Motorola Flex CAD maintenance payments totaling $104,844.44
- DCCCA Peer-Led Social Detox project extension up to $153,000
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will consider a rezoning request for 15 acres near Hwy 56/59 and support for a TIF district at the University of Kansas. The meeting also includes a work session regarding housing proposals from Artists Helping the Homeless.
- Rezoning request Z-22-00319 for 15 acres near 56 Hwy/59 Hwy from GB to LI
- Contract award to Logan Simpson for Open Space Plan development ($150,000)
- Proposed revisions to Fairgrounds Policies, Procedures, and Fee Schedule
- Review of TIF District for the Crossing Project at the University of Kansas
- Artists Helping the Homeless update regarding $1,978,000 housing proposal
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will consider several items including Sheriff's Office equipment purchases and wellness services. The agenda also includes a conditional use permit for an event center and a temporary business use permit for a meteorological tower.
- Sheriff purchase of 95 Taser 7 devices from Axon Enterprise, Inc for $322,905
- Sheriff purchase of Life Scan public safety physical exams for $90,000 in 2023
- Conditional use permit (CUP-22-00161) for an Event Center at 1558 N. 600 Rd
- Temporary Business Use permit for a 60.26-meter meteorological tower near N 450 Road and E 200 Road
- Class 'B' Club License and Cereal Malt Beverage notices for various local entities
Special Meeting
The Douglas County body will meet to canvass the results of the General Election held on November 8, 2022. This is a special meeting held at the Douglas County Elections Office.
- Canvass of the November 8, 2022, General Election results
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will hold a work session regarding DCCCA transitional housing funding and a business meeting to consider several equipment and construction contracts. Additionally, the board will review a conditional use permit for an event center and professional services for a masterplan update.
- Purchase of a Caterpillar Model 326 Excavator for $417,791
- Bridge replacement contract (Project 2022-33) for $999,769.50
- Conditional use permit for an Event Center at 1558 N. 600 Rd
- Professional services contract for $73,250.00 for masterplan and remodel services
- DCCCA transitional housing update regarding $800,000 in requested funding
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission will consider adopting the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2023 Legislative Statement. The meeting also includes a discussion on a minimum maintenance designation for N1075 Road in Wakarusa Township.
- Adoption of the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
- Approval of the 2023 Legislative Statement
- Minimum maintenance designation process for N1075 Road in Wakarusa Township
- Update on the Treatment and Recovery Center
- 2022 CIP fund balances of $19,985,921 for roads/bridges and $13,777,536 for facilities
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission will discuss a $3 million road improvement contract and a budget increase for the courthouse payroll remodel. The meeting also includes an informational session regarding the Early Childhood Community Center.
- Awarding a $3,035,036.15 construction contract to Kings Construction Company, Inc. for Route 458/1055 road and drainage improvements
- Approving an additional $25,000.00 for the Courthouse AP/Payroll Remodel Project, bringing the total budget to $389,138.00
- Authorizing an amended ARPA agreement for Childrens Community Center, Inc. to shift funds to the 346 Maine St. project
- Reviewing commission order #22-014 regarding real estate tax roll adjustments
- Informational work session on the Douglas County Early Childhood Community Center
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will review the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan for informational purposes. The business meeting includes several requests for vehicle and equipment purchases for the Sheriff and Public Works departments.
- Review of 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
- Approval of $92,168.50 for a Sheriff underwater search and recovery boat
- Authorization of $224,740.00 for five Dodge Durango patrol vehicles
- $15,000 contract for Baldwin City Business and Arts District survey
- $79,884 for Public Works IHC CV Series equipment packages
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will consider funding for the Bert Nash CCBHC Mobile Response Team and several land use permits. The meeting also includes public works items regarding road vacations and culvert easement acquisitions.
- Funding up to $70,000 for Bert Nash CCBHC Mobile Response Team in 2022
- Proposed 2023 funding not to exceed $220,000 for Bert Nash CCBHC Mobile Response Team
- Conditional use permit for Event Center/Public Assembly at 1558 N. 600 Rd
- Conditional use permit for Equipment Storage at 1603 E. 779 Rd
- Easement acquisitions for culvert replacements on E 1000 Road and N 100 Road
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will review a comprehensive plan amendment for the K-10 and Farmer’s Turnpike area and a conditional use permit for an indoor sports facility. The meeting also includes a sustainability update and an overview of the Baldwin Rural Housing District.
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA-21-00379 (K-10 & Farmer’s Turnpike)
- Conditional use permit CUP-22-00226 for indoor sports facility at 960 E. 1296 Rd.
- $86,726.66 Palo Alto security firewall maintenance agreement
- $186,702.57 archaeological survey funding allocation
- $100,000 Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund payment
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission will discuss road safety improvements for Route 458 and receive an informational update on the Treatment and Recovery Center. The meeting also includes a proclamation for National 4-H Week.
- Authorization to solicit construction bids for Route 458 Road Safety Improvements (Project 2017-16)
- Status update on the Treatment and Recovery Center
- Proclamation declaring October 2-8, 2022, as National 4-H Week
- Approval of Accounts Payable
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will consider several consent agenda items, including IT agreements and road easements. Regular agenda items include funding for courthouse elevator repairs and updates regarding ARPA funds.
- Microsoft O365 three-year agreement with LiftOff for $106,584
- Purchase of a 2022 CV515 SFA truck for $74,951
- Sheriff’s Office uniform and ballistic vest replacement for $126,203
- Douglas County Courthouse Elevator Repair Project budget of $125,344
- Public hearing regarding the petition for incorporation of the City of Clearfield
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission is reviewing the 2023 Annual Budget for the 7th Judicial District and considering a $233,090.00 purchase of concrete culvert materials. The meeting also includes a proclamation for National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week.
- Authorization of 7th Judicial District 2023 Annual Budget
- $233,090.00 purchase of precast concrete culvert materials from Forterra Pipe & Precast
- Proclamation for National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week
- Discussion of Douglas County Masterplan and Judicial & Law Enforcement Center Remodel
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission will discuss text amendments to add solar energy systems to the permitted use table and to place limits on the CP Zoning District. The agenda also includes a reimbursement agreement with Johnson County for a culvert replacement.
- Text amendment TA-22-00237 to add solar energy conversion systems to permitted uses
- Text amendment TA-22-00115 to place limits on the CP Zoning District
- Agreement with Johnson County to reimburse costs for culvert A.00-9.95 on E2400 Road
- FY 2023 Adult Community Corrections Carryover Reimbursement Budget approval
- Dwayne Peaslee Technical Training Center Joint Resolution and Bylaws approval
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will review a Phase I study for the historic courthouse waterproofing project and consider several budget authorizations. Other items include bridge maintenance, contract extensions, and a hearing room remodel for the Judicial & Law Enforcement Center.
- Historic Courthouse waterproofing project budget of $1,491,139.00
- Judicial & Law Enforcement Center hearing room remodel budget of $527,051.00
- KDHE contract amendment for $602,764 (SFY 2022) and $700,000 (SFY 2023)
- Easement acquisition for E 1750 Road bridge replacement (Project 2022-33)
- Conditional use permit extension for 1783 E. 1500 Rd.
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will hold public hearings regarding the 2023 operating budget and the Consolidated Fire District No. 1 budget. The agenda also includes several public works resolutions regarding speed limits, weight limits, and road maintenance responsibilities.
- Public hearing for the 2023 Douglas County operating budget
- Public hearing for the Consolidated Fire District No. 1 2023 budget
- Proposed 5-ton commercial vehicle weight limit on E1000 Road
- Proposed 40 mph speed limits on N900 Road and E1000 Road
- Request for $81,931.50 for the Center for Supportive Communities
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will consider several public works items, including road safety improvements and infrastructure contracts. The agenda also includes a $5,000 broadband grant match and the purchase of three new dump trucks.
- Designating N 700 RD and E 2200 RD as a four-way stop
- Bridge repair contract for Wildcat Construction Company Inc. ($743,872.00)
- Purchase of three 2024 Mack dump trucks ($797,359.17)
- Precast concrete culvert material purchase (not to exceed $229,000.00)
- $5,000 grant match for broadband development
Special Meeting
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct the official canvass of the primary election held on August 2, 2022. This is a procedural meeting focused on verifying election results.
- Canvass of the August 2, 2022, primary election
Commission Board Meeting
The Commission will review a study on pedestrian and traffic stop racial disparities and consider several site plans and business permits. Additionally, the board will consider a nearly $3 million contract for bridge and culvert replacements.
- Construction contract for bridge and culvert replacements totaling $2,911,536.85
- Site plan for electrical substation expansion at 1645 E. 400 Rd
- Site plan for Camp Bromelsick at 682 N 1400 Rd
- Temporary Business Use permit for outdoor vehicle storage at 1036 E 1000 Rd
- Douglas County Pedestrian and Traffic Stop Study presentation
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets July 27, 2022 to consider a site plan for a mini- or self-storage facility on about 5 acres at E. 1260 Road and N. 300 Road/Hwy 56, and to authorize a contract with B.A. Green Construction, Inc. for a courthouse AP/Payroll remodel. The consent agenda includes commission order #22-008, which lists property tax roll adjustments, cancellations, and refunds, plus approval of accounts payable. The meeting also includes general public comment and a weekly manager memo.
- Site plan SP-22-00167 for a mini- or self-storage facility with 15 enclosed buildings and 1 open RV/boat storage building on approximately 5 acres at E. 1260 Rd & N. 300 Rd/Hwy 56, Lot 3 of Daniels' Baldwin Junction
- Contract with B.A. Green Construction, Inc. for courthouse AP/Payroll remodel for approximately $202,505.00, with a total proposed project budget of $364,138.00
- Commission order #22-008: tax roll adjustments, cancellations, and refunds, including a $89,468.61 refund to PDC Aviation LLC for a 2021 aircraft exemption
- Consent agenda includes approval of Accounts Payable
- Weekly Manager Memo (07.27.2022) listed under Commissioner and/or Administrator Miscellaneous
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets Wednesday, July 20, 2022, to review the 2023 operating budget and consider authorizing staff to notify the county clerk of intent to exceed the established revenue-neutral (RNR) rate and publish the 2023 budget and RNR hearing notice. The consent agenda includes commission order #22-009 adjusting real estate tax roll values, a state grant agreement for the District Court Citizen Review Board, and approval of accounts payable. The commission will also consider vacating a utility easement for Twin Ridge Heights Subdivision No. 2 at 1945 E. 845 Road.
- Review of the 2023 operating budget, with a motion to notify the county clerk of intent to exceed the RNR rate and publish the 2023 budget and RNR hearing notice
- Commission order #22-009: real estate tax roll adjustments, including a $131,000 value shift between parcels R28003 and R352570 and multiple PUP reductions under KSA 79-2968
- Citizens Permanent Families Account Citizen Review Board grant award agreement: $38,213.54 state grant toward a $78,935.84 full-time salary, with $39,346.19 matched by the court budget
- Consider vacation of a utility easement for Twin Ridge Heights Subdivision No. 2, 1945 E. 845 Road (minor subdivision MS-22-00131)
- Approval of accounts payable
Special Meeting
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners met in a special meeting on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. at the Douglas County Courthouse. Commissioners Shannon Portillo, Shannon Reid, and Patrick Kelly were present. The Board conducted 2023 budget hearings and concluded deliberations. No action was taken, and the meeting was adjourned.
- 2023 budget hearings conducted
- Deliberations concluded with no action taken
Special Meeting
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on Monday, July 11, 2022, at the Douglas County Courthouse. Commissioners Shannon Portillo, Shannon Reid, and Patrick Kelly were present. The Board conducted 2023 budget hearings and continued deliberations, and no action was taken. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. and then adjourned.
- 2023 budget hearings and continued deliberations
- No action taken
Special Meeting
Douglas County, KS held a special meeting on Thursday, July 7, 2022, at the Douglas County Courthouse. The only listed agenda item was 2023 budget deliberations, scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. The agenda does not specify any decisions, dollar amounts, or outcomes.
- 2023 budget deliberations, 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets Wednesday, July 6, 2022, with 2023 budget deliberations scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon, followed by a 5:30 p.m. business meeting. The evening agenda includes two conditional use permits for heavy equipment storage, a public hearing on rescinding minimum maintenance on part of E 750 Road in Marion Township, and a request to authorize award documents for American Rescue Plan Act programs. The consent agenda covers minutes, a language correction to Home Rule HR-22-6-2 on construction codes, a library system appointee, and accounts payable.
- 2023 budget deliberations, 9 a.m. to noon
- Public hearing on rescinding the Minimum Maintenance designation on a portion of E 750 Road in Marion Township
- Conditional use permit CUP-22-00087 for Equipment Storage, Heavy at 198 N. 1250 Road, with a 10-year term expiring July 1, 2032
- Conditional use permit CUP-22-00094 for Equipment Storage, Heavy at 564 E. 1550 Road, tied to the owner's business AllConstruct, LLC
- American Rescue Plan Act summary of awarded programs, with staff asked to prepare award documents
Special Meeting
Douglas County, KS held a special meeting on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at the Douglas County Courthouse. The agenda lists a single item: 2023 budget deliberations scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. The agenda does not include any specific budget figures, proposals, or decisions.
- 2023 budget deliberations, 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets June 29, 2022, to vote on buying a 2022 Caterpillar compact track loader for Public Works through a Sourcewell contract with Foley Equipment for $101,891.00, and to approve KDOT form 1309 for Project 2021-16 with $53,000 in local matching funds. The Commission will also consider rescinding the ARPA Emergency Funding Policy and direct staff to prepare award documents for American Rescue Plan Act proposals. Consent agenda items also include approval of Accounts Payable.
- Purchase a 2022 Caterpillar compact track loader from Foley Equipment via Sourcewell contract for $101,891.00
- Approve KDOT form 1309 for Project 2021-16, committing $53,000 in local matching funds
- Rescind the ARPA Emergency Funding Policy effective June 29, 2022
- Direct staff to prepare award documents for American Rescue Plan Act proposals
- Approve Accounts Payable
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets June 22, 2022, with a 4:00 p.m. work session and 5:30 p.m. business meeting. The main discussion is continued review of American Rescue Plan Act proposals, which is listed as informational only with no action. The consent agenda includes a Class B fireworks display permit for a private display at 875 N 1663 Rd. on July 4, 2022, and approval of accounts payable. The Commission will also receive an update on the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire and Medical annual compliance report, also for information only.
- Class B Firework Display Permit ZFWD-2022-0001 for a private display at 875 N 1663 Rd. on July 4, 2022 at 9:45 PM
- Continued review and discussion of American Rescue Plan Act proposals (no action, informational only)
- Update on the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire and Medical (LDCFM) annual Compliance Report (no action, information only)
- Consider approval of Accounts Payable
- Weekly Manager Memo (06.22.2022)
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets June 15, 2022, with a 4:00 p.m. work session on American Rescue Plan Act proposals (no action, informational only) and a 5:30 p.m. business meeting. The business agenda includes a Juneteenth proclamation, a consent agenda with a rezoning at 1166 N. 1 Rd, road and drainage easements on N1000 Road, rejecting bridge and culvert bids, and accounts payable. The regular agenda features a public hearing on a petition to incorporate the City of Clearfield.
- Work session: review and discussion of American Rescue Plan Act proposals, no action
- Rezoning Z-22-00060: 1166 N. 1 Rd, approximately 10.07 acres from AG-1 to AG-2
- Public Works: easements for road and drainage improvements on N1000 Road, Project 2016-17
- Public Works: consider rejecting bids for Bridge and Culvert Replacement Projects 2021-31 and 2019-56
- Public hearing on a petition for incorporation of the City of Clearfield
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets June 8, 2022, to consider terminating the COVID-19 disaster declaration via Resolution 22-21 and to adopt a revised Chapter 13 Construction Codes effective January 1, 2023. The board will also hear updates on truancy programs and housing stabilization, and consider revoking a conditional use permit for a storage facility on E 902 Rd. No action is requested on the truancy and housing items.
- Terminate COVID-19 disaster declaration by Resolution 22-21
- Adopt Home Rule Resolution HR-22-6-2 repealing and replacing Chapter 13 Construction Codes, effective January 1, 2023
- Consider revoking CUP-17-00092 for a mini or self-storage facility in the 1700 Block of E 902 Rd
- Truancy Process and Programs presentation (no action requested)
- Housing Stabilization Collaborative and Landlord Engagement annual update (no action)
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets June 1, 2022, with a 4:00 p.m. work session on safety-net services for low-income seniors and disabled residents, followed by a 5:30 p.m. business meeting. The consent agenda includes workers' compensation insurance, healthcare stop-loss coverage, a road salt contract, and a floodplain zoning text amendment. The regular agenda includes extending the Catalyst Incentive Program, extending the Treatment and Recovery Center prefunding agreement, and a special event permit for Garrett's Haunted Farm.
- Road salt contract with Independent Salt for 4500 tons at $209,205.00
- Excess workers' compensation insurance with Midwest Employers Casualty for $114,995
- Healthcare stop-loss proposal from Optum at $195,000 deductible
- Floodplain management zoning text amendment for unincorporated areas
- Special event permit for Garrett's Haunted Farm at 1387 E 1650 Rd, Lawrence, KS
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets May 18, 2022, with a 4 p.m. work session on a homelessness needs assessment and a 5:30 p.m. business meeting. The business agenda includes proclamations, a consent agenda, and regular items on a Clearfield incorporation petition process, a compensation study, fireworks fee increases, the South Lawrence Trafficway funding, and a conditional use permit. The homelessness assessment is for information only, with no action.
- Consider authorizing the County Administrator to submit a letter of commitment to the Kansas Department of Transportation, with the City of Lawrence, to provide $13,920,500 in local funds for the South Lawrence Trafficway Project
- Consider amending the Zoning and Codes fee schedule to increase the fireworks tent fee to $500 and the fireworks display fee to $100
- Consider a conditional use permit, CUP-21-00331, for Small Scale Industrial Use at 1889 N. 201 Diagonal Rd
- Consider adopting a resolution for a conditional use permit, CUP-22-00054, for a Vacation Rental at 1269 N. 870 Rd.
- Consider directing staff to include findings and cost estimates from the Compensation Study into the 2022 Budget Re-estimate
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners meets May 11, 2022, to consider two conditional use permits: a vacation rental at 1269 N. 870 Road and light equipment storage at 1074 N. 100 Road. The consent agenda includes approval of commission order #22-007, which adjusts real estate tax rolls and authorizes refunds, and accounts payable. A proclamation for Mental Health Month will be presented by Bert Nash CEO Patrick Schmitz.
- Conditional use permit CUP-22-00054 for a vacation rental at 1269 N. 870 Road, recommended by Planning Commission 4-2 with conditions including a life safety inspection and 5-year term
- Conditional use permit CUP-22-00030 for light equipment storage at 1074 N. 100 Road, with conditions including a 10-year term expiring June 1, 2032, and dust control requirements
- Commission order #22-007 adjusts real estate tax rolls for multiple properties and authorizes refunds including $10,348.35 for R23368 and $1,799.00 for R344760
- Proclamation for Mental Health Month presented by Patrick Schmitz, CEO of Bert Nash
- Proclamation for National Law Enforcement Week moved to May 18, 2022 agenda
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets May 4, 2022, to consider a resolution amending rules for Solar Energy Conversion Systems (TA-21-00173) and to decide whether to add one full-time administrative position. The consent agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and accounts payable. A proclamation recognizes May 6, 2022, as Provider Appreciation Day for child care providers.
- Resolution No. 22-16 for Solar Energy Conversion Systems text amendment, TA-21-00173
- Add 1.0 FTE to the Administration department at a projected cost of $98,526, with $49,263 (50%) funded through American Rescue Plan Act funds
- Approval of minutes for March 30, April 6, April 13, April 20, and April 27, 2022
- Consider approval of Accounts Payable
- Proclamation for Provider Appreciation Day, May 6, 2022
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners meets Wednesday, April 27, 2022, to act on a consent agenda that includes a $500,000 Kansas Department of Health and Environment contract for outreach and early intervention services to new parents, and a $372,000 fire truck purchase through a cooperative contract with Toyne Inc. The board will also consider two tax roll adjustment orders, a contract extension with Northeastern University for a traffic and pedestrian contact study, and authorization to seek construction bids for Projects 2019-56 and 2021-31. A proclamation will name May 2022 Building Safety Month, and a legislative update is listed for information only with no action.
- $500,000 KDHE/DHCF Outreach, Prevention and Early Intervention Services contract for 2023, with a $250,000 non-federal match from Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health
- Amendment to purchase a 2023 fire truck from Toyne Inc. for $372,000 via the H-GAC cooperative contract
- Commission orders #22-005 and #22-006 for tax roll adjustments
- Contract extension through June 30, 2022 with Northeastern University for the Law Enforcement Traffic and Pedestrian Contact Study
- Authorization to solicit construction bids for Project 2019-56 and Project 2021-31
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets Wednesday, April 20, 2022, with a consent agenda covering road and drainage easements, juvenile and adult corrections grant plans, a $100,000 COVID-19 testing grant for the jail, and a $78,964 hazardous materials exercise contract. The regular agenda takes up text amendment TA-21-00173 setting standards for Solar Energy Conversion Systems. Commissioners will also consider a resolution to ask voters to expand the commission from three districts to five.
- Text amendment TA-21-00173 would set county standards for Solar Energy Conversion Systems; the commission may approve, defer, send back to the Planning Commission, or deny it
- Resolution to place a question on the ballot increasing commissioner districts from three to five
- Acceptance of a $100,000 2022 Detection & Mitigation of COVID19 in Confinement Facilities grant to maintain testing at the Douglas County Correctional Facility through July 2024
- Contract award with Ascenttra for a multi-jurisdictional hazardous materials full scale exercise for $78,964
- Easement acquisitions for road and drainage work on N1000 Road (Route 458), bridge 0964-1000 and culvert 0990-1000 on E1000 Road, and right-of-way on E1150 Road in Willow Springs Township
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets April 13, 2022, to consider a consent agenda and regular agenda items. Key decisions include awarding a $180,600 contract to Scotwood Industries for dust control chemicals, allocating $5,000 for the 2022 Juneteenth celebration, and approving Resolution 22-14 for General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022-A. The Commission will also receive Transportation 2040 Amendment 2 and the 2021 Douglas County Health Equity Report, both for information only.
- Award contract to Scotwood Industries for 175,000 gallons of 30% Magnesium Chloride at $1.032 per gallon, totaling $180,600
- Allocate $5,000 in one-time support for the 2022 Juneteenth Celebration from the Commission Budget
- Approve Resolution 22-14 authorizing the negotiated sale of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022-A
- Receive Transportation 2040 Amendment 2, adding the K-33 Douglas County Reconstruction project (Franklin County Line to US-56)
- Receive the 2021 Douglas County Health Equity Report for information only
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets April 6, 2022, with a 4:00 p.m. work session on the Heritage Conservation Council annual update (no action) and a 5:30 p.m. business meeting. The consent agenda includes a $1,355,665.28 construction contract with Killough Construction Inc. for Project 2022-06 asphalt mill and overlay, a 988 Crisis Line Service Agreement, a My Resource Connection contractor agreement, and approval to solicit bids for highway de-icing salt. The regular agenda includes authorizing a courthouse basement waterproofing design contract with Hernly & Associates, Inc.
- Award construction contract to Killough Construction Inc. for Project 2022-06 asphalt mill and overlay, $1,355,665.28, with change orders up to 5%
- Authorize County Administrator to sign the Kansas Suicide Prevention Headquarters 988 Crisis Line Service Agreement
- Approve Contractor User Agreement with Johnson County, Kansas and Heartland RADAC for My Resource Connection (MyRC)
- Approve soliciting bids for highway de-icing salt for the 2022/2023 winter storm season
- Authorize contract with Hernly & Associates, Inc. for courthouse basement waterproofing: $8,000.00 Phase I pre-design and 9% of Cost of Work for Phase II
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission will hold a work session on a text amendment for Solar Energy Conversion Systems, focusing on agrivoltaics. In the business meeting, the Commission will consider a consent agenda including a $100,000 COVID-19 grant for the correctional facility and a tax foreclosure sale resolution, and a regular agenda item on a temporary burn pit permit at 1289 E 1750 Road. A presentation on the Community Economic Development Strategic Plan and a petition for incorporation from the City of Clearfield are also scheduled.
- Work session on text amendment TA-21-00173 for Solar Energy Conversion Systems, discussing agrivoltaics standards; no action requested.
- Consent agenda: accept $100,000 grant for Detection & Mitigation of COVID19 in Confinement Facilities to maintain testing at Douglas County Correctional Facility through July 2024.
- Consent agenda: consider Resolution No. 22-13 to initiate a Tax Foreclosure Sale.
- Regular agenda: temporary business use permit for a burn pit operation at 1289 E 1750 Road, for one year from March 30, 2022 to March 30, 2023, with possible six-month extension.
- Regular agenda: presentation from City of Lawrence on Community Economic Development Strategic Plan; no action, for information only.
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets on March 23, 2022, with a 4:00 p.m. work session on a Corporation for Supportive Housing needs assessment (no action, information only) and a 5:30 p.m. business meeting. The consent agenda includes minutes approval, two cereal malt beverage licenses, a bridge engineering contract, herbicide bids, a route numbering resolution, equipment purchases, and grants. The regular agenda includes a bond resolution, a vegetation management plan, proposed jail rate changes, healthcare plan renewal, a zoning text amendment, and a temporary permit to relocate the Vinland Recycling Collection Center.
- Bridge 0565-0550 replacement engineering contract with BG Consultants, Inc., not-to-exceed $59,859.00 (Project 2022-35)
- Herbicide supply bid awarded to Van Diest Supply for $97,617.56
- Purchase of a 2022 Caterpillar track loader via Sourcewell contract with Foley Equipment for $297,225
- Lease purchase of a 2023 fire truck via H-GAC contract with Toyne Inc. for $372,000
- Resolution 22-09 authorizing General Obligation Sales Tax Improvement Bonds, Series 2022-A
Special Meeting
The Douglas County Commission is holding a special meeting on Monday, March 14, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. at 711 W 23rd Street, Suite 1, Lawrence, KS. The only substantive agenda item is canvassing the Eudora Library mail ballot election, followed by adjournment. The agenda does not include any dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances.
- Canvass of the Eudora Library mail ballot election
- Special meeting held at 711 W 23rd Street, Suite 1, Lawrence, KS
- Meeting scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Monday, March 14, 2022
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets March 9, 2022, with a consent agenda covering tax roll corrections, a floodplain regulation update required by FEMA, a public review period for a vegetation management plan, and moving Bert Nash employees off county insurance. The regular agenda includes an overview of a Catalyst Incentive Program for industrial development, reauthorizing a five-year Neighborhood Revitalization Program with Baldwin City and Unified School District 348, and an update from the County Appraiser. The meeting also includes a proclamation of March 13-19, 2022 as AmeriCorps Week.
- Commission order #22-004 would correct real estate tax roll ownership records and adjust 2018-2021 appraised values on multiple parcels, including a $15,487,349 reduction for parcel R32646 in 2021
- Initiation of a text amendment to Chapter 12 of the County Code to update floodplain regulations for unincorporated areas to meet FEMA's 44 CFR Part 60.3(d) standards before June 1, 2022
- Two-week public review period for the Public Works Department's proposed Vegetation Management Plan
- Approval to move Bert Nash employees off county employee insurance effective June 1, 2022
- Interlocal agreement with Baldwin City and Unified School District 348 for a five-year Neighborhood Revitalization Program
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets March 2, 2022, with a 4:00 p.m. work session on a text amendment (TA-21-00173) adding standards for Solar Energy Conversion Systems to county zoning rules; no action is requested and the item will return for a future vote. The 5:30 p.m. business meeting includes a consent agenda and regular items on a Veritas Christian School site plan at 960 E. 1296 Rd. and a draft American Rescue Plan Act request for proposals. A legislative update from Little Government Relations is listed for information only.
- Work session on TA-21-00173 solar energy conversion system standards; no action requested, future commission vote expected
- Site plan SP-21-00404 for Veritas Christian School, 960 E. 1296 Rd, with conditions including KDOT and KDHE approvals
- Draft American Rescue Plan Act Request for Proposals; staff authorized to finalize for public release week of March 14, 2022
- Consent agenda includes rescinding 'minimum maintenance' designation on part of E 750 Road in Marion Township and authorizing bids for Project 2022-06, Mill and Overlay
- Consent agenda includes dissolving the Lawrence Douglas County Advocacy Council on Aging via Resolution No. 22-07 / City Resolution No. 7408
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets Wednesday, February 23, 2022, with a 4:00 p.m. work session on a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) overview presented by Bert Nash, followed by a 5:30 p.m. business meeting. On the regular agenda, commissioners will discuss increasing the County Commission from three to five members and consider directing County Counsel to draft ballot language. They will also consider a funding agreement authorizing up to $155,000 in Housing First Pilot Grant funding from the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services for Tenants to Homeowners, Inc. to purchase property.
- Discussion of increasing the County Commission from three to five members, with a possible motion to direct County Counsel to draft ballot language
- Funding agreement with Tenants to Homeowners, Inc. for up to $155,000 in KDADS Housing First Pilot Grant funding to purchase property
- Consent agenda: bids from Mid-States Materials and Hamm Inc to supply rock aggregates for 2022 road and bridge maintenance
- Consent agenda: bid from Bettis Asphalt & Construction Inc for hot mix asphalt (HMA) at $55.95/ton (East Lawrence) and $56.60/ton (Big Springs)
- Consent agenda: approval of Accounts Payable
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets Feb. 16, 2022, with a 4 p.m. work session on ARPA Letter of Interest submissions (no action) and a 5:30 p.m. business meeting. The consent agenda includes a $144,939 purchase of body-worn and in-car video systems from Axon Enterprise Inc., a $264,000 reimbursement agreement with Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health for test kits, and findings of fact for conditional use permit CUP-21-00366 for Eudora Quarry at 1232 E 2300 Rd. The regular agenda includes establishing a civilian-based Coroner Scene Investigation Unit, a June 2022 health insurance plan design, and a Community Navigator Program service agreement with United Way of Douglas County and the Eudora Library.
- Axon Enterprise Inc. body-worn/in-car camera purchase: $144,939
- Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health test kit reimbursement: not to exceed $264,000
- Conditional use permit CUP-21-00366 findings of fact for Eudora Quarry, 1232 E 2300 Rd.
- Civilian-based Coroner Scene Investigation Unit authorization for the Sheriff's Department
- Community Navigator Program service agreement with United Way of Douglas County and Eudora Library
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. The main regular-agenda item is a resolution for an Emergency Health Order from the Local Health Officer and the Board, effective 12:01 a.m. February 10, 2022 until 11:59 p.m. March 9, 2022 unless rescinded or modified. The consent agenda covers routine purchases, contracts, and reports, and the meeting ends with 2021 Year-End Transfers and a weekly manager memo.
- Emergency Health Order resolution proposed to run 12:01 a.m. Feb 10 to 11:59 p.m. Mar 9, 2022
- Emergency Communications purchase: AT&T First Net CRD for $69,995.00 and Rescue 42 CommandRunner XT for $33,164.00
- Public Works bridge inspection agreement with GBA, Inc. for 158 bridges, maximum fee $51,950.00
- Public Works pavement marking contract renewal with Straight-Line Striping Inc. for $279,862.75
- Correctional Facility fire alarm improvements with Siemens Industry, Inc. for $64,242.00, waiving standard procurement policy
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets Wednesday, February 2, 2022, with a consent agenda covering grants, software purchases, and alcohol sales at the fairgrounds. The board will also receive a legislative update from Stuart Little. Most items are routine approvals; the agenda includes no public hearings.
- Accept $30,863 federal S.T.O.P. VAWA grant for the Sheriff's Office to fund a part-time survivor advocate position
- Accept $64,481 federal S.T.O.P. VAWA grant for the District Attorney's Office
- Approve $65,917.50 purchase of MCMTech COMMasset and Radio Activity Manager software for emergency radio equipment
- Consider extending the alcohol sales agreement with the Douglas County Fair Board to sell beer at the spring derby at the fairgrounds
- Review the FY 2021 Adult Community Corrections Year End Outcome Report
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets Jan. 26, 2022, to vote on a consent agenda covering 2022 asphalt and crushed rock bid solicitations, a property and liability insurance renewal with Travelers capped at $541,217.00, a $450,000 Sunflower Foundation grant, and accounts payable. The regular agenda includes 2022-2023 tow operator agreements and maximum charges. The meeting also includes general public comment and a weekly manager memo.
- Property and liability insurance renewal with Travelers, not to exceed $541,217.00
- Accept $450,000 Sunflower Foundation Health Care for Kansas grant
- Solicit bids for hot mix asphalt for 2022; $555,000 in 2022 budget
- Solicit bids for crushed rock aggregates; $236,500 Road and Bridge and $8,000 Parks budgets
- Approve 2022-2023 tow service agreement and maximum charges
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets Wednesday, January 19, 2022, to elect its chair and vice-chair for 2022, a vote deferred from January 12. The consent agenda includes a $137,880 Drupal website upgrade contract with Denverdata Web, a $646,121.93 Fairgrounds Community Building reroof project budget, and 2022 dust control fees for rock roads. The regular agenda includes a $227,003 community partner allocation for Heartland Community Health Center and a City of Lawrence platting text amendment, TA-20-00003.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022, deferred from the January 12, 2022 meeting
- Drupal website upgrade and migration with Denverdata Web for $137,880, with amendments up to $6,894
- Fairgrounds Community Building reroof project budget of $646,121.93, including a $383,000 labor contract with Delta Innovative Services, Inc.
- Dust control program for rock roads: user fee not to exceed $1.50 per linear foot, $60.00 administrative fee, $15.00 late fee per application
- Heartland Community Health Center 2022 Community Partner Budget Allocation of $227,003
Commission Board Meeting
The Douglas County Commission meets January 12, 2022 to elect its 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair, then take up a regular agenda including a proposed emergency health order effective January 13 through February 9, 2022, and two conditional use permits for mining and a clean rubble landfill. The consent agenda includes a $252,500.00 contract amendment with Northeastern University for a law enforcement contact study and acceptance of the 2020 Single Audit report. The agenda also includes routine administrative items and general public comment.
- Emergency health order proposed effective 12:01 a.m. January 13, 2022 through 11:59 p.m. February 9, 2022
- Conditional use permit CUP-21-00366 for Eudora Quarry, 1232 E 2300 Rd, for mining and excavation
- Conditional use permit CUP-21-00352 for a clean rubble landfill at 1736 E 1550 Rd, with a reduced 57-foot setback instead of 100 feet
- $252,500.00 contract amendment with Northeastern University for an Extension Law Enforcement Contact Study
- 2020 Single Audit Report showing $23,566,162 in total federal award expenditures and $20,986,318 passed to subrecipients