Junction City, KS

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

City Commission

The Junction City Commission will consider several routine items, including approving an appropriation ordinance, accepting a federal grant, and awarding a construction bid for the Old Highway 40 Sanitary Sewer & Water Improvements project. They will also discuss a $10,000 request for a joint tourism marketing campaign and review the Economic Development Commission/Chamber of Commerce budget. A special presentation on the Fort Riley Safe Passage Program is scheduled.

• Appropriation Ordinance A-16th for $1,093,492.58
• Award bid to J & K Contracting for $372,148 for Old Highway 40 sewer/water improvements
• Accept $18,553 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Consider $10,000 joint tourism marketing campaign request
• Discuss Economic Development Commission/Chamber of Commerce budget

City Commission

The Junction City Commission will meet to approve a $9.65 million appropriation ordinance, utility write-offs, payroll, and meeting minutes. They will also discuss real property acquisitions, a fire department memorandum of understanding, and consider purchasing two Bobcat machines totaling $189,841.79.

• Consideration of Appropriation Ordinance A-15 for $9,646,319.34
• Consideration of $86,112.01 Bobcat E60 Series Compact Excavator purchase
• Consideration of $103,729.78 Bobcat T86 Compact Rack Loader purchase
• Consideration of Ordinance No. S-3334 for administrative lot merger at 1733 & 0000 Sutter Woods Road
• Consideration of demolition request for 338 West 15th Street dangerous structure

City Commission

The City Commission will meet to hold a budget discussion. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Budget discussion

City Commission

The Junction City Commission will consider a $3.2 million appropriations ordinance, approve the purchase of an ambulance for $327,336, and appoint members to the Homelessness Task Force.

• Consideration of Appropriation Ordinance A-14 for $3,227,448.24
• Consideration of Homelessness Task Force appointments
• Consideration of JCPD & USD 475 Agreement for School Resource Officers
• Consideration of ambulance purchase bid for $327,336
• Consideration of Westwood Boulevard Street Maintenance Phase 1 project

City Commission

The Commission will review and possibly approve a $2,035,246 appropriation ordinance for the period June 17-July 8. They will also consider a lot merger for two parcels on West 13th Street and vacating a portion of an easement on Saddle Drive. Unfinished business includes an ordinance regarding the Joint Economic Development Commission.

• Appropriation ordinance A-13 for $2,035,246.13
• Contractual obligation adjustments $23,632.87 and bad debt adjustments $18,352.55
• Lot merger for 814 & 818 West 13th Street (Ordinance S-3332)
• Vacation of easement at 1631 Saddle Drive (Ordinance S-3333)
• Ordinance G-1320 regarding Joint Economic Development Commission

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a budget discussion covering revenues, debt, and the mill levy. This is the only substantive item on the agenda besides public comment and adjournment.

• Budget discussion including revenues, debt, and mill levy

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss the Interlocal Chamber of Commerce Master Agreement and the structure of the Economic Development Commission. Public comment is allowed before the discussion.

• Discussion on Interlocal Chamber of Commerce Master Agreement & Economic Development Commission structure

The joint meeting included a presentation regarding the staffing, funding, and structure of the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce. Members also discussed the Interlocal Chamber of Commerce Master Agreement and Economic Development Commission structure.

• Discussed JCACC structure, staffing, and funding

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss and consider action on items raised at a recent joint meeting with county and chamber of commerce officials. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on County/City/Chamber joint meeting outcomes

The Commission approved the temporary appointment of Mayor Terry Butler to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for 90 days. The City Attorney and City Manager were directed to draft an amendment for the VIAC/IVAL agreement regarding payment obligations.

• Appointed Mayor Terry Butler to Economic Development Advisory Commission for 90 days (5-0)
• Directed drafting of VIAC/IVAL agreement amendment to avoid dual payment obligations (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss proposed budgets for Harmony Fest 2027, Public Works, and Administration, and consider Ordinance R-3151 that establishes employee positions. An executive session will update the Chamber Master Agreement.

• Harmony Fest 2027 budget request
• Public Works, Water, Sewer, Sanitation, & Storm Water budget discussion
• Administration, Commissioners, & Enterprise funds budget discussion
• Ordinance No. R-3151 establishing employee positions
• Executive session: Chamber Master Agreement update

The Commission held a budget work session including presentations on department budgets and requests for Harmony Fest. During the meeting, the Commission moved into two executive sessions to consult with the City Attorney regarding the Chamber of Commerce Master Agreement. Resolution No. R-3151 was tabled.

• Tabled Resolution No. R-3151 establishing employee positions (4-1)
• Approved first executive session for attorney-client consultation (5-0)
• Approved second executive session for attorney-client consultation (5-0)

City Commission

The Junction City Commission will review and vote on several new business items, including a $140,145 drainage contract for Rimrock Park, amendments to water and sewer rates, and a special use permit for a tattoo parlor at 122 East 7th Street. Commissioners will also consider 2027 budget requests from local organizations, a DCIP grant application, and a ballot measure regarding chickens. Unfinished business includes a safety extension for an unsafe structure on North Washington Street.

• Award $140,145 drainage contract for Rimrock Park to J & K Contracting
• Approve Ordinance G-1318 amending monthly minimum water rates
• Approve Ordinance G-1319 amending sewer use rate structure
• Grant special use permit for tattoo parlor at 122 East 7th Street
• Review 2027 budget requests for Fresh Start, Dorothy Bramlage Library, and Mainstreet

The Commission approved several ordinances including updates to water and sewer rates, a special use permit for a tattoo parlor, and a $1.2 million bond for animal shelter renovations. Several items, including an intersection control evaluation and a ballot discussion regarding chickens, were tabled.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Appointed William Thornberg to Freeman Field Advisory Board (5-0)
• Tabled Intersection Control Evaluation discussion (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. R-315 (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to extend Military Affairs contract indefinitely (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R-3150 for community infrastructure grant application (5-0)
• Awarded bid for Rimrock Fire Trailage improvements to Jafontraiting, LLC ($140,145) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. G-3331 for tattoo parlor special use permit at 122 East 7th Street (5-0)

City Commission

The Junction City Land Bank board will discuss several properties, including 1302 Oakview Drive and electrical services at Mann's Ranch. They will also vote on a resolution to accept Jason McGlothin's $2,500 offer to purchase Lot 26 in Deer Creek Addition. Additionally, they will discuss removing specific lots from the Land Bank inventory.

• Discussion on 1302 Oakview Drive
• Discussion on proposed electrical services at Mann's Ranch
• Consideration of Resolution No. 02-2026 to sell Lot 26, Block 1, Deer Creek Addition to Jason McGlothin for $2,500
• Discussion on removal of specific Land Bank lots

City Commission

The Commission will consider consent agenda items including a $2.1M appropriation ordinance and a Juneteenth festival permit. New business includes awarding a $1.76M bridge rehab contract and purchasing fire equipment. Special presentations feature proclamations and budget requests for 2027. Commissioners will also discuss economic development funding and the Chamber of Commerce partnership.

• Appropriation ordinance A-11 for $2,116,102.46
• Washington Street Bridge Rehab bid award to Reece Construction Co. for $1,758,206.34
• JCFD air compressor purchase using RFP for $90,210
• JCFD bunker gear purchase via sole source for $37,704.40 plus freight
• Proclamations: Juneteenth Day and National Gun Violence Awareness Day

The Commission voted 3-2 to withhold monetary disbursement to the Economic Development Commission except for payroll, existing contracts, lease obligations, and similar fixed costs, requiring other requests be submitted in writing and reviewed by the City Manager and Finance Director. The Commission also approved a $1.76M contract for Washington Street Bridge Rehab, approved fire department equipment purchases totaling $127,914, and directed the City Attorney to draft notice of intent to restructure the Master Agreement with the Chamber of Commerce and Geary County.

• Withheld most EDC funding except for fixed costs (3-2)
• Awarded Washington Street Bridge Rehab to Reece Construction for $1,758,206.34 (unanimous)
• Approved JCFD SCBA air compressor system purchase via RFP for $90,210 (3-2)
• Approved JCFD bunker gear purchase from Delta Fire & Safety for $37,704.40 (unanimous)
• Directed City Attorney to draft notice of intent to restructure Chamber/Geary County Master Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including appropriations ($2.1M), Juneteenth event permit, payroll, and prior minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The Junction City Commission holds a work session to discuss budget proposals for several departments, including Animal Shelter, Parks & Recreation, Police, and IT. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting. Public comment is allowed.

• Animal Shelter budget discussion
• Parks & Recreation, Golf, Pool, Spin City, 12th Street Community Center, Building Maintenance budget discussion
• Police Department & Dispatch budget discussion
• IT budget discussion

The Junction City Commission held a budget work session where department heads presented proposed 2027 budgets for the Animal Shelter, Parks & Recreation, and Police Department. No votes or decisions were taken on any budget items. The meeting adjourned after the presentations and public comment with no public input.

• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Commission

The commission will consider approving a $322,150 bid for mastic crack repair on multiple streets and subdivisions. They will also vote on authorizing abatement of code violations at nine properties and granting several utility and roadway easements. Other items include a special event license for Freedom Sings and a library board appointment.

• Award $322,150 bid to Parking Lot Maintenance LLC for 2026 citywide mastic crack repair
• Authorize abatement of code violations at nine properties (e.g., 125 E 12th St, 136A E Vine St, etc.)
• Grant permanent easement near Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church for roadway and utilities ($4,069.20)
• Grant utility easements in Redbud Ridge No. 1 for utility lines
• Approve Freedom Sings Meet and Greet special event and cereal malt beverage license for June 30

The commission approved the consent agenda including appropriations, adjustments, and a special event. They appointed a library board trustee and authorized abatement of nuisance conditions at nine properties. The key decision was awarding a $322,150 contract for citywide mastic crack repair to Parking Lot Maintenance LLC. Several permanent and temporary easements were also granted.

• Approved consent agenda including $1.25M appropriation (5-0)
• Appointed Diane Briestensky-Leonard to Library Board (5-0)
• Approved abatement resolutions for 9 properties (each 5-0)
• Awarded $322,150 crack repair contract to Parking Lot Maintenance LLC (5-0)
• Granted permanent easement near Faith Lutheran Church for $4,069.20 (5-0)
• Granted utility easement near Faith Lutheran Church for $927.71 (5-0)
• Granted utility easements in Redbud Ridge No.1 (5-0)
• Granted temporary construction easement for McFarland Roundabout for $480.32 (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider over $1.4 million in expenditures, including a $792,789 street maintenance project on 12 roads. They will also discuss a proposed chicken ordinance and consider requests to purchase an ambulance, sewer camera, and other equipment. Appointments to the Housing Authority Board and a request for $10,000 in opioid funds for facility upgrades are on the agenda.

• Street maintenance bid award to Shilling Construction for $792,789 on Eisenhower, Allen, Haven, 12th, Coronado, Webster, Filley, East 4th/5th/6th/7th, and Reynolds
• JCFD request to purchase an ambulance not to exceed $330,000
• Purchase of tower UPS system for $107,190
• Discussion of chicken ordinance
• Appointment of Yurii Zhupnyk and Natalie Waldo to the Housing Authority Board

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, including appropriations, police grant application, special events, and payroll. They approved multiple purchases: a $330K ambulance, $107K UPS system, $50K slope mower, $199K sewer camera, and awarded the 2026 Street Maintenance project to Shilling Construction for $792,789. Personnel policies were updated (4-1) and several board appointments and a $10K opioid fund grant were approved.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Call Center purchase Third Addendum (5-0)
• Approved JCFD ambulance RFP not to exceed $330K (5-0)
• Awarded $792,789 street maintenance contract to Shilling Construction (5-0)
• Approved $107,190 tower UPS system from Economy Electric (5-0)
• Approved $50,926 slope mower from Key Equipment (5-0)
• Approved $199,743 sewer camera from Elliot Equipment (5-0)
• Approved updated Personnel Policies for 2026 (4-1)

City Commission

The Commission will hold budget discussions for the Building & Codes, Legal & Court, and Fire Departments. These presentations will inform upcoming fiscal decisions. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Building & Codes Department budget discussion
• Legal & Court Department budget discussion
• Fire Department budget discussion

The commission held a budget work session to review proposed 2027 budgets for Building & Codes, Legal & Court, and EMS & Fire departments. No votes were taken on any budget proposals. The only action was a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned at 6:53 pm (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider approving a $4,038,000 FAA grant for runway 18/36 rehabilitation at Freeman Field, with the city paying $509,393. Other new business includes rezoning a property at 1304 W. 14th St., final plat approval for lots near Sawmill Road, awarding a contract for airport road and convention center pavement improvements for $413,373.55, and police vehicle purchases for $146,211.10. Consent agenda includes an appropriation ordinance of $1,511,003.98 and a beer license for Casey's. Unfinished business includes a 3-month extension for a dangerous structure at 338 W. 15th St.

• Rezoning of 1304 W. 14th St. to Neighborhood Commercial
• Final plat for 2440 Sawmill Road (Lot 31, 32, half of 33)
• $4,038,000 runway rehab grant at Freeman Field (90/10 FAA match)
• $413,373.55 pavement improvements bid to APAC-Kansas Inc.
• $146,211.10 for two 2026 Chevy Tahoes for police department

The commission approved a $4.038M engineering agreement for Freeman Field runway rehab with a 90/10 FAA match, and a $413K bid for Airport Road pavement improvements. It also approved a rezoning at 1304 W 1st St to Neighborhood Commercial (4-0-1). After initial failure, a 3-month last extension was granted for a dangerous structure at 338 W 15th St (3-1-1).

• Approved consent agenda including $1.51M appropriations (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 1304 W 1st St to Neighborhood Commercial (4-0-1)
• Hired Benesch Engineering as airport consultants for 5 years (5-0)
• Approved engineering agreement for Runway 18/36 rehab, $4,038,000 with 90/10 FAA grant (5-0)
• Awarded bid for Airport Road & Convention Center pavement improvements to APAC-Kansas, $413,373.55 (5-0)
• Approved $146,211.10 for two police Chevy Tahoes (5-0)
• Failed initial 3-month extension for dangerous structure at 338 W 15th St (2-2-1)
• Approved final 3-month extension for dangerous structure at 338 W 15th St (3-1-1)

City Commission

The Junction City Commission will consider awarding a $1,027,278 contract for 2026 Water System Improvements to J & K Contracting. Other new business includes a lot merger ordinance for parcels on Chisholm Trail, bid awards for mowing services, and a resolution supporting the 12th Street Community Garden. The consent agenda includes a $2.67 million appropriation ordinance and approvals for special events like Mud Bog and Run for the Wall. Unfinished business covers updated personnel policies.

• Appropriation Ordinance A-7: $2,670,294.78
• Bid award for 2026 Water System Improvements: $1,027,278 to J & K Contracting
• Bid award for Freeman Field Airport Tip Down Beacon Light: $121,714 to Atlas Electric
• Contractual mowing for blights: $85 per lot to Terry’s Mowing-n-Then Some
• Lot merger for 931 & 1001 Chisolm Trail via Ordinance S-3328

The City Commission approved a $1,027,278 contract for water system improvements, a $121,714 airport beacon light contract, and mowing contracts. They also approved applying for a BRIC grant with $200,000 match for a communication tower. Personnel policy updates were tabled.

• Approved $2,670,294.78 appropriation ordinance (consent)
• Approved BRIC grant application with $200K match (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-3139 supporting 12th Street Community Garden
• Approved lot merger for 931 & 1001 Chisolm Trail
• Approved mowing contract for blights at $85/lot
• Approved $1,027,278 water system improvements to J&K Contracting
• Approved $121,714 airport beacon light to Atlas Electric
• Tabled 2026 Personnel Policies

City Commission

The Junction City City Commission will consider a series of resolutions authorizing staff to abate violations of City Code Section 235 at several West 12th Street locations and other sites. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda items such as a $964,810.44 appropriation ordinance and contract approvals for water‑plant pump replacement, golf‑course equipment, and police firearms. Additional topics are a homelessness task force resolution and a $46,024 wastewater‑treatment upgrade.

• Resolution R-3133 authorizing abatement at 315 West 11th Street
• Resolution R-3134 authorizing abatement at 420 West 12th Street
• Resolution R-3135 authorizing abatement at 628 West 12th Street
• Bid award to Clark Well & Equipment for Well #17 pump replacement ($58,330)
• Bid award to Van‑Wall Equipment for Greens Mowers for Rolling Meadows Golf Course ($113,500)

The Junction City Commission approved the Appropriation Ordinance A‑6 for $964,810.44 and related contractual and bad‑debt adjustments. It also approved several Section 235 code‑violation abatement resolutions, multiple bid awards for city services, and created a task force on homelessness. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved Appropriation Ordinance A‑6 for $964,810.44 (unanimous)
• Approved February 2026 contractual adjustments of $30,805.60 and bad‑debt adjustments of $29,680.27 (unanimous)
• Approved Section 235 code‑violation abatement resolutions for 315 West 11th, 420 West 12th, 628 West 12th, 635 West 14th, 819 West 10th, 1225 Pershing Drive, 1416 North Franklin, and 1821 North Jefferson (unanimous)
• Approved award of Greens Mowers contract for Rolling Meadows Golf Course to Van‑Wall Equipment for $113,500 (unanimous)
• Approved award of pump replacement for Well #17 at the Water Treatment Plant to Clark Well & Equipment for $58,330 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a service‑water flushing connection and new flowmeter for the East Waste Water Treatment Plant for $46,024 (unanimous)
• Approved creation of a Homelessness Task Force (Resolution No. R‑3138) (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for the Regional Partnership Grant Program (RPGP) (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a consent agenda including a $5.6 million appropriation ordinance and the Derby Days special event. New business includes a final plat for East Chestnut Street, a CDBG grant agreement for Highwind Brewery, and updates to personnel policies. Unfinished business features a traffic study discussion.

• Appropriation Ordinance A-5 for $5,614,729.13
• Request for $10,000 in support of Juneteenth Celebration
• Final plat on properties at 00000 East Chestnut Street
• Commercial Rehabilitation (CDBG) Grant agreement for Highwind Brewery
• HDR Work Change Directive #120 for $29,298 at Water Treatment Plant

The commission approved the consent agenda, which included a $5,614,729.13 appropriation, the Derby Days special event, payroll items, and the February 17 meeting minutes. It also approved several individual items: a $10,000 Juneteenth entertainment request, a $41,3'10 opioid‑treatment grant to The Restoration Center, Ordinance No. 5‑3327 for a final plat on East Chestnut Street, a Commercial Rehabilitation CDBG grant for Highwind Brewery, Ordinance R‑3128 updating personnel‑policy leave rules, and a directive to add conditioned air to the Water Treatment Plant elevator costing 529,298. Additionally, April 20‑22 was declared the Week of Community Cleanup.

• Approved consent agenda (including $5,614,729.13 appropriation) (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 Juneteenth entertainment request (5-0)
• Approved $41,3'10 opioid‑treatment grant to The Restoration Center (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5‑3327 final plat on East Chestnut Street (5-0)
• Approved Commercial Rehabilitation CDBG grant for Highwind Brewery (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Ordinance R‑3128 personnel‑policy update (5-0)
• Approved HDR Work Change Directive #120 for Water Treatment Plant air space (529,298) (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a resolution supporting a federal BUILD grant for the Grant Avenue Road Project and vote on several interlocal agreements and purchases. Consent items include a $2.6 million appropriation ordinance and a Walmart Community Grant application for the fire department.

• Resolution No. R-3127 supporting BUILD Grant for the Grant Avenue Road Project
• Purchase of two Zoll Auto Pulse NXTs for the Junction City Fire Department at $57,049.78
• Interlocal service agreements for the Animal Shelter with Geary County Sheriff's Office and City of Milford
• Amendments to the agreement with the Junction City Police Officer's Association
• Ordinance No. S-3326 authorizing litigation against SVS

The Junction City Commission approved several items, including a $57,049.78 purchase of two Zoll Auto Pulse NXTS devices. It also approved a resolution supporting the BUILD Grant for the Grant Avenue Road project, interlocal service agreements for the animal shelter, an ordinance authorizing litigation against SVS, and a letter of support for the 2026 Predevelopment Technical Assistance Grant Program. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved purchase of two Zoll Auto Pulse NXTS ($57,049.78) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R-3127 supporting BUILD Grant for Grant Avenue Road project (5-0)
• Approved interlocal service agreements between Animal Shelter & Geary County Sheriffs and Animal Shelter & City of Milford (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5-3326 authorizing litigation against SVS (5-0)
• Approved Letter of Support for 2026 Predevelopment Technical Assistance Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved Agreement of Amendments between City and Junction City Police Officers Association (5-0)
• Approved the consent agenda as presented (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider awarding a $1.29 million bid for Grant Avenue street maintenance and a $791,807 bid for parking lot improvements. Other items include approving the 2024 annual financial report, purchasing $170,802 in access control system upgrades, and several property-related ordinances and resolutions.

• Award bid for Grant Avenue Street Maintenance (2'' mill & overlay) to Shilling Construction Company for $1,292,882.60
• Award bid for 12th Street & Community Center Parking Lot Improvements to Bayer Construction Company for $791,807.15
• Purchase upgrades to Access Control Systems at city buildings (CJIS & HIPAA compliance) for $170,801.69
• Consideration of abatement resolutions for properties at 803 W. 4th Street and 1615 Pierce Avenue
• Ordinances for lot merger of 705 & 729 E. 7th Street and final plat for Karen Lane lots 10-16

The commission approved the consent agenda and the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. It also approved several contracts, including a $170,801.69 upgrade to access control systems, a $1,292,882.60 Grant Avenue Street Maintenance contract, and a $979'1 ,807.15 improvement for the 12th Street and Community Center parking lot. Additional actions included approval of change orders for street projects, two ordinances affecting lot mergers and platting, and an addendum to the City Manager’s employment agreement.

• Approved 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved $170,801.69 access control system upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $1,292,882.60 Grant Avenue Street Maintenance contract (5-0)
• Approved $979'1 ,807.15 12th Street & Community Center Parking Lot improvements (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 for 2024 Street Maintenance project $9251,248.10 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. S-3324, administration lot merger of 705 & 729 East 7th Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5-3325, final plat for 00000 Karen Lane, Lots 10‑16 (5-0)
• Approved addendum to City Manager employment agreement (4-1)

City Commission

The Land Bank is meeting to review minutes from January 6, 2026. The body will consider a resolution regarding a property purchase offer from Junghans Agency, Inc.

• Resolution No. 01-2026: Offer from Junghans Agency, Inc. to purchase Lot 4, Block 10 (Sutterwoods Subdivision) and Lots 2-9, Block 3 (Mans Ranch #2) for $22,500

The Land Bank Board approved the minutes from the January 6, 2026 meeting. The board then adjourned the session. Finally, the board approved Resolution No. 01‑2026 to purchase Lot 4, Block 10; Sutterwoods Subdivision Lots 2‑9, Block 3; and Mans Ranch from Junghans Agency for $22,500. All motions carried with no dissenting votes.

• Approved January 6, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01‑2026 to purchase Lot 4 Block 10, Sutterwoods Subdivision Lots 2‑9 Block 3, and Mans Ranch for $22,500 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Junction City Commission will consider multiple items including a request for incentives from US Federal Properties for their VA Project, adoption of the 2025 Kansas Region I Hazard Mitigation Plan, and several contract awards. The consent agenda includes appropriation ordinance A-2 for $2,015,063.18 and a Memorandum of Agreement with Irwin Army Community Hospital for EMS backup. New business includes renewing Placer.ai contract, city website redesign bid, and jail/dispatch agreement with Geary County.

• Consideration of US Federal Properties Company request for incentives for their VA Project
• Consideration of Resolution R-3125 adopting the 2025 Kansas Region I Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Consideration of award bid for city website redesign to Revize for five years
• Consideration of Agreement for Exchange of Services Concerning Jail & Dispatch with Geary County
• Consideration of award bid for Rathert Stadium Truss Repair to Nelson-Fowles LLC for $91,875

The Junction City Commission adopted the consent agenda and approved the Kansas Region I Hazard Mitigation Plan. It authorized three sewer and water projects for the 2027 budget, appointed a new library board member, and approved contracts for the city website redesign and a stadium truss repair. All motions passed unanimously or with no recorded opposition.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No R-3125, Kansas Region I Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Oakridge Drive sewer construction $416,650 (2027 budget)
• Approved Old 40 Utilities construction $334,582 (2027 budget)
• Approved Elmdale Avenue sewer & water construction $1,330,550 (2027 budget)
• Appointed Joe Markley to Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Board (4‑year term)
• Approved city website redesign contract with Revize for five years starting Feb 1, 2026
• Approved Rathert Stadium truss repair contract to Nelson-Fowles LLC $91,875

City Commission

The Land Bank board will hold a procedural meeting to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson and approve minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. No substantive business items are listed.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of December 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees held a brief meeting, electing Terry Butler as Chairperson and Sam Yoskowitz as Vice-Chairperson. The board also approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Terry Butler as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Sam Yoskowitz as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank minutes for December 16, 2025 (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will administer oaths to three new commissioners and elect a mayor and vice mayor. They will consider an ordinance making the animal shelter and its director a city department, award bids for fleet services and a dump truck, and approve a $842,725.75 appropriations ordinance. The agenda also includes appointments to boards and an update on stadium truss repairs.

• Oath of office for Commissioners Butler, Yoskowitz, and Niemczyk and election of mayor and vice mayor
• Consideration of Appropriation Ordinance A-1 for $842,725.75 covering Dec 16, 2025 to Jan 7, 2026
• Ordinance No. G-1317 designating the Animal Shelter and its director as a city department and department head
• Award of bid for fleet management services to Unified Fleet Services
• Award of bid for one 1/2 ton heavy-duty dump truck to Shawnee Mission Ford for $111,383

The Junction City Commission elected Commissioner Terry Butler as Mayor (4-1) and Commissioner Yoskowitz as Vice Mayor. It approved the consent agenda, including appropriations of $842,725.75, and made multiple board appointments. New business included approving the 2026 Flint Hills Regional Council membership for $20,638.80, designating the Animal Shelter as a city department, awarding a fleet management bid to Unified Fleet Services, and approving a dump truck purchase for $111,383. The commission also approved a two-year renewal of gworks software for $40,859 and a CDBG amendment with Highwinds Brewery.

• Elected Terry Butler as Mayor (4-1)
• Elected Yoskowitz as Vice Mayor (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $842,725.75 appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Flint Hills Regional Council membership $20,638.80 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance G-1317 designating Animal Shelter as city department (unanimous)
• Awarded fleet management bid to Unified Fleet Services (unanimous)
• Awarded dump truck bid to Shawnee Mission Ford for $111,383 (unanimous)
• Approved gworks software renewal for $40,859 (unanimous)