Lyon County, Kansas

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Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will discuss a resolution to suspend specific types of zoning, land use, and building permit applications. The body will also consider two service contract payments and personnel changes.

• Resolution to establish a moratorium on certain zoning, land use, and building permit applications
• Payment of $50,665.00 for CIC annual maintenance fee
• Payment of $4,825.00 for yearly ESRI subscription (Firemap) 26-27

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General

The Lyon County Commission will hold a study session on July 22, 2026. The agenda includes a call to order, a review of the 2027 budget, and adjournment. No specific actions or decisions are listed beyond the budget discussion.

• Call to order at 8:00 a.m.
• Review the 2027 budget at 8:05 a.m.
• Adjournment at 9:00 a.m.

Commission Action Session

The Commission will consider approving routine minutes, warrants, payroll, and appointments, discuss personnel changes, and decide whether to notify the County Clerk of intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate. The revenue neutral rate notification is a required step for adopting a property tax levy that would generate more revenue than the previous year.

• Consider notification to County Clerk of proposed intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate
• Consider Warrants Payable for 7/17/26 (amount not specified)
• Consider Payroll Payable for 7/17/26 (amount not specified)
• Discuss personnel changes
• Consider appointments

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The Lyon County Commission will consider changing the mileage reimbursement rate to $0.725 per mile to align with federal and state rates. They will also discuss personnel changes and consider travel approvals for staff to attend the APCO and NENA conferences. Warrants payable for July 10, 2026 are listed with no dollar amount provided.

• Consider changing mileage reimbursement rate to $0.725 per mile
• Consider approving travel for Donetta Hill and Lexis Warkentine to APCO conference, cost not to exceed $4,500
• Consider approving travel for Roxy VanGundy to NENA conference at no cost to county
• Discuss personnel changes
• Warrants payable amount blank for 7/10/26

The Lyon County Commission approved changing the mileage reimbursement rate to $0.725 per mile. It also approved warrants payable of $295,308.62 and authorized travel for two staff members to attend the 2026 National APCO Conference and the Fall 2026 NENA Conference. All listed actions were recorded as approved.

• Approved mileage reimbursement rate change to $0.725 per mile (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved warrants payable for $295,308.62 (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved travel for CTO Donetta Hill and Lexis Warkentine to 2026 National APCO Conference, cost not to exceed $4,500 (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved travel for Roxy VanGundy to Fall 2026 NENA Conference, no county cost (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved agenda as written (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved minutes of 7/2/26 meeting as written (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved adjournment of the session (no vote tally recorded)

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The Lyon County Commission will hold a study session on July 7, 2026. After a call to order, the body will review the proposed 2027 budget. The meeting will conclude with adjournment. No other specific actions are listed.

• Review the 2027 budget

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The Lyon County Commission will consider approving negotiations with Kirkham Michael and Associates for design and construction of the High Risk Rural Road signing and striping project. Other business includes signing a resolution to declare dormant uncollected personal property taxes, receiving the 2025 audit presentation, and discussing personnel changes. Routine approvals of minutes, warrants, payroll, and appointments are also on the agenda. Dollar amounts for warrants and payroll are not stated in the agenda.

• Consider approving negotiations with Kirkham Michael and Associates for High Risk Rural Road signing and striping project
• Consider signing a resolution declaring dormant certain uncollected personal property taxes
• Presentation of the 2025 audit by Harold Mayes of A&G Consultants
• Consider warrants payable (amount not stated) and payroll payable (amount not stated)
• Discuss personnel changes and consider appointments

The Commission approved negotiations with Kirkham Michael and Associates for a KDOT-funded road project. Additionally, the board approved the 2025 audit presented by A&G Consultants and several financial payments.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved June 25, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved $1,174,361.37 in warrants payable (3-0)
• Approved $398,023.81 in payroll payable (3-0)
• Approved $295,905.37 in payroll withholdings (3-0)
• Approved negotiations with Kirkham Michael and Associates for High Risk Rural Road project (2-1)
• Approved 2025 audit presented by A&G Consultants (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 11-26 regarding uncollected personal property taxes (3-0)

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider funding for Flint Hills Technical College and a vehicle upfit for the Sheriff's Office. The body will also receive information regarding road upgrades on Road W and Road 40.

• 2026 Flint Hills Technical College allocation of $73,906.68
• Traffic Control Services, Inc. invoice for $14,970.40 to upfit Chevy Silverado 1500 Unit #8242
• Information on upgrading Road W between Road 40 and Road 50
• Information on upgrading Road 40 between Roads W and X

The Commission approved a $14,970.40 invoice for a sheriff's vehicle upfit and $555,151.29 in payable warrants. A budget allocation for Flint Hills Technical College was held pending further updates regarding grant applications.

• Approved June 18, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $555,151.29 in warrants payable (3-0)
• Approved $14,970.40 invoice for Traffic Control Services, Inc. vehicle upfit (3-0)
• Entered into Legal executive session (3-0)
• Entered into Third Party Confidential Data Exchange executive session (3-0)

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will review prior meeting minutes, financial warrants, payroll items, and staff appointments. They will discuss a road upgrade between Road 40 and Road 50 and consider a $107,381.49 contract with Security Oil Company LLC for fuel tank replacements funded by the Multi-year Capital Outlay Road & Bridge fund. Additional items include 2027 budget requests from the senior center and NCFHAAA, travel approvals for the county appraiser, and a $11,960 server purchase.

• Consider approving $107,381.49 contract with Security Oil Company LLC for fuel tank replacements (Multi-year Capital Outlay Road & Bridge)
• Consider purchase of a refurbished server from I.T. Creations for $11,960.00 (Multi-Year Fund)
• Consider 2027 budget request for Neosho Rapids Senior Center
• Consider 2027 budget request from NCFHAAA
• Approve out-of-state travel for Ryan Janzen to attend IAAO Conference in Calgary, Canada, Oct 13–16, 2026

The Commission approved several financial payments, a committee appointment, and travel requests. They also authorized a quote for fuel tank replacements and the purchase of a refurbished server.

• Approved June 18, 2026 agenda (3-0)
• Approved June 11, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $165,640.39 in warrants payable (3-0)
• Approved $375,252.92 in payroll payable (3-0)
• Approved $573,086.27 in payroll withholdings (3-0)
• Appointed Steve Brosemer to Joint Traffic Safety Committee through 12/31/2028 (3-0)
• Approved Security Oil Company LLC quote for fuel tank replacements not to exceed $120,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Ryan Janzen and Zach Carr to Calgary, Canada (3-0)

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will hold a public hearing on the vacation of the remaining portion of Road 350 west of Road P. They will also consider 2027 budget requests from the Lyon County Fair Board, four local libraries, and a $73,906.68 allocation for Flint Hills Technical College. Other business includes approval of meeting minutes, warrants payable, appointments, and discussion of personnel changes.

• Public hearing on vacation of the remaining portion of Road 350 west of Road P
• Consider 2027 budget request from the Lyon County Fair Board (Aaron Armitage & Chris Phillips)
• Consider 2027 budget requests from Emporia Public Library, North Lyon County Library, Americus Township Library, Elmendaro Township Library
• Approve $73,906.68 allocation for Flint Hills Technical College from account 017-00-9001
• Consider warrants payable for 06/12/26

The Commission approved the June 6 meeting minutes, personnel changes, and $337,491.56 in warrants. They also approved Resolution 10-26 to vacate a portion of Road 350 west of Road P. A $73,906.68 allocation for Flint Hills Technical College was tabled for two weeks pending more information.

• Approved June 6 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $337,491.56 in warrants payable (3-0)
• Approved personnel and payroll changes (3-0)
• Approved road viewing minutes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-26 to vacate portion of Road 350 west of Road P (3-0)
• Tabled $73,906.68 Flint Hills Technical College allocation for two weeks (3-0)

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will hold an action session including approvals of minutes, warrants, and payroll, along with several discussion items. Notable items include a proposed $11,321.98 contract for yearly mailers, appointment of election record destruction witnesses, a 6-year bank bid, and a request to upgrade Road W. The meeting also includes executive sessions for employee evaluations.

• Consider approving $11,321.98 quote from Professional Office Services, Inc. for yearly RNR mailers
• Consider appointing Mark Schondelmaier and Becki Heffron as witnesses for destruction of 2024/2025 election records
• Consider approving Lyon County bank bid for 6 years starting July 1, 2026
• Consider request to upgrade Road W between Road 40 and Road 50
• Executive sessions (NEP) for employee evaluations

The Commission approved several financial items including warrants, payroll, and a quote for mailers. They also approved a six-year bank bid from Emporia State Bank and appointed witnesses for election record destruction.

• Approved 05/28/26 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $197,781.13 in warrants payable (3-0)
• Approved $393,985.78 in payroll payable (3-0)
• Approved $294,756.41 in payroll withholdings (3-0)
• Approved $11,321.98 quote from Professional Office Services, Inc for RNR mailers (3-0)
• Appointed Mark Schondelmaier and Becki Heffron as election record destruction witnesses (3-0)
• Approved Emporia State Bank bid for 6 years starting July 1, 2026 (3-0)

Commission Action Session

The Commission is holding a study session to consider 2027 budget requests from several county offices and local organizations. These discussions determine the funding levels for various public services and community partners.

• 2027 budget request for Lyon County Treasurer
• 2027 budget request for Lyon County Register of Deeds
• 2027 budget request for SOS, Inc
• 2027 budget request for Emporia Main Street
• 2027 budget requests for Lyon County Extension, Street Cats Club, and Lyon County Clerk

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will discuss switching the county's main internet service provider to IdeaTek. The body is also considering 2027 budget requests and updates to zoning language regarding industrial and public uses.

• Proposed 5-year contract with IdeaTek to replace Sparklight as main internet provider
• Proposed $8,500 payment to Civia Inc. for GovAI Enterprise subscription
• Resolution for Application TA2026-01 regarding Civic/Public and Heavy-Industrial zoning language
• Up to $5,000 from 911 funds for two employees to attend the National NENA Annual Conference
• 2027 budget requests from Crosswinds Counseling & Wellness and Emporia Senior Center

The Lyon County Commission approved the agenda, minutes, and warrants payable. It authorized signing a letter of support for a federal railroad grant, approved travel for LCECC staff to a national conference, approved switching the county’s internet service to IdeaTek, approved an $8,500 IT subscription, and adopted zoning changes for Application TA2026‑01. All motions were approved unanimously by the voting members.

• Approved agenda amendment (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 05/21/26 (unanimous)
• Approved warrants payable $271,003.57 (unanimous)
• Approved signing Letter of Support for FY 2025‑26 FRA grant (unanimous)
• Approved travel for Deputy Director Sarah Jensen and CTO Carson Powers to NENA conference, not to exceed $5,000 (unanimous)
• Approved travel for LCECC Director Roxy VanGundy to NENA conference, paid by NENA (unanimous)
• Approved switching main internet service provider from Sparklight to IdeaTek and permission to sign a 5‑year contract (unanimous)
• Approved $8,500 payment to Civia Inc. for GovAI Enterprise subscription (unanimous)

Commission Study Session

The Lyon County Commission will hold a study session to consider 2027 budget requests from the Lyon County History Center, presented by Lisa Soller, and Flint Hills Technical College, presented by Dr. Caron Daugherty. No other business is scheduled.

• Consider 2027 budget request from Lyon County History Center
• Consider 2027 budget request from Flint Hills Technical College

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission is meeting to consider routine items like minutes, warrants, and payroll, along with a presentation on noxious weeds and personnel changes. The main action items are two invoices from Traffic Control Services to upfit two sheriff's vehicles at a combined cost of $33,602.44.

• Consider approving $19,891.61 invoice to upfit a 2025 Chevy Silverado to replace a wrecked truck (account 017-00-9031 Insurance)
• Consider approving $13,710.83 invoice for material to upfit a 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 ($7,879.58 from insurance, $5,831.25 from account 010-17-7602)
• Discuss personnel changes
• Amy Welch presentation on new KDA approved noxious weeds
• Consider appointments

The Lyon County Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 14 meeting. It authorized payment of warrants payable ($179,527.95), payroll payable ($386,152.32) and payroll withholdings payable ($579,731.84). The board also approved two invoices from Traffic Control Services, Inc. to upfit a 2025 Chevy Silverado, totaling $19,891.61 and $13,710.83. No public comments or appointments were recorded.

• Approved agenda (motion by Chairman Duft, seconded by Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved minutes of 05/14/26 (motion by Vice‑Chair Bartel, seconded by Chairman Duft)
• Approved warrants payable $179,527.95 (motion by Chairman Duft, seconded by Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved payroll payable $386,152.32 (motion by Chairman Duft, seconded by Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved payroll withholdings payable $579,731.84 (motion by Chairman Duft, seconded by Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved invoice #11157 for $19,891.61 to upfit a 2025 Chevy Silverado (motion by Chairman Duft, seconded by Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved invoice #11389 for $13,710.83 to upfit a 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 (motion by Vice‑Chair Bartel, seconded by Chairman Duft)
• Approved adjournment (motion by Chairman Duft, seconded by Vice‑Chair Bartel)

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider approving a bid for 440 tons of road asphalt from Ergon Asphalt, with two options totaling up to $397,760. Also to be decided are out-of-state travel expenses for facilities and transit staff, equipment purchases for road maintenance, and a software renewal. The meeting includes executive sessions for legal, data security, and employee evaluation.

• Consider approving bid for 440 tons of asphalt from Ergon Asphalt: $397,760 for CMS-1PC or $313,720 for CRS-1HP
• Consider approving out-of-state travel for Jeramia Linden to detention equipment training in San Diego, not to exceed $1,700
• Consider approving out-of-state travel for Chris Wilkinson to MAPCON PRO Fundamentals in Des Moines, not to exceed $2,700
• Consider approving purchase of excavator tilting bucket from Murphy Tractor for $12,352
• Consider approving renewal of VoIP phone system software assurance from Optus for $9,910

The Lyon County Commission approved the signing of the "America 250th Weekend" proclamation for July 3‑6, 2026. It also approved out‑of‑state travel expenses for three staff members and authorized several equipment purchases, including a rebuild kit, an excavator bucket, and asphalt oil. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved signing of the "America 250th Weekend" proclamation (July 3‑6, 2026)
• Approved $1,700 travel expense for Jeramiah Linden to attend training in San Diego
• Approved $2,700 travel expense for Chris Wilkinson to attend MAPCON PRO Fundamentals in Des Moines
• Approved $1,500 travel expense for Misty Norton to attend mobility management course in Edmond
• Approved purchase of rebuild kit from Murphy Tractor for $7,650
• Approved purchase of excavator tilting bucket from Murphy Tractor for $12,352
• Approved purchase of 440 tons of CMS‑1PC oil from Ergon Asphalt for $397,760
• Approved renewal of Optus software assurance for VoIP system for $9,910

Planning and Appeals Board Meeting

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider approving two engineering-related items: a $27,444 purchase of Perma-Zyme soil stabilizer and a $74,695 data collection agreement with Professional Engineering Consultants. They will also discuss a proclamation for Walk, Bike & Run Days and approve transit conference attendance. The agenda includes routine approvals, personnel discussion, and executive sessions.

• Consider purchase of nine pails of Perma-Zyme soil stabilizer at $27,444 from account 011-00-8330
• Consider SNBI data collection agreement with Professional Engineering Consultants for $74,695 from account 033-00-7601
• Consider signing the Walk, Bike & Run Days Proclamation
• Approve Misty Norton attendance at CTAA Expo in Omaha, NE (up to $1,500, reimbursable from KDOT)
• Discuss personnel changes

The Lyon County Commission approved several financial items, including warrants payable of $374,823.75, payroll payable of $384,546.90, and payroll withholdings payable of $288,666.89. They also appointed Randall Karr as Fremont Township Clerk and approved purchases and travel expenses. All motions were approved without recorded dissent.

• Approved warrants payable of $374,823.75
• Approved payroll payable of $384,546.90
• Approved payroll withholdings payable of $288,666.89
• Approved appointment of Randall Karr as Fremont Township Clerk
• Approved signing of Walk, Bike & Run Days Proclamation
• Approved Misty Norton's attendance at CTAA Expo (up to $1,500)
• Approved purchase of nine pails of Perma‑Zyme soil stabilizer ($27,444)
• Approved SNBI data collection agreement with Professional Engineering Consultants ($74,695)

Commission Study Session

The Lyon County Commission will review several routine items, including minutes from the April 23 meeting and warrant payments. They will discuss personnel changes, a public health contract, and approve a new employee handbook. A key agenda point is the request to reject all bids for the Scrub Seal Aggregate project.

• Consider minutes of the 04/23/26 meeting
• Consider warrants payable for 05/01/26 (amount not specified)
• Discuss public health contract
• Approve new employee handbook
• Consider request to reject all bids for Scrub Seal Aggregate

The Lyon County Commission approved warrants payable totaling $466,177.37 for May 1, 2026. It also approved the ECKAN Community Action Month proclamation, a letter of support for Emporia’s Main Street grant, and the new Employee Handbook after a page‑48 amendment. The commission gave the county engineer authority to reject all bids for Scrub Seal Aggregate projects and decided to keep the speed limit on Road F (Americus Road) through Bushong unchanged.

• Approved warrants payable $466,177.37 for May 1, 2026
• Approved signing ECKAN Community Action Month proclamation (May 2026)
• Approved signing letter of support for Emporia Main Street grant application
• Approved new Employee Handbook after amendment to page 48
• Approved engineer’s authority to reject all bids for Scrub Seal Aggregate projects
• Decided to leave speed limit on Road F (Americus Road) through Bushong unchanged
• Approved minutes from April 23, 2026 as amended
• Approved adjournment of the meeting

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider signing an agreement with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, the county, and K-State Extension for outreach, prevention, and early intervention services. They will also vote on a $22,172.32 motor grader transmission parts purchase from Foley Equipment. The agenda includes personnel changes, permits, and approval of minutes, warrants, and payroll (amounts not specified).

• Consider signing a multi-party agreement for outreach, prevention, and early intervention services
• Approve purchase of motor grader transmission parts from Foley Equipment for $22,172.32 from Road and Bridge Fund
• Consider warrants payable for 04/24/26 (amount not listed)
• Discuss personnel changes
• Consider permits

The Lyon County Commission approved signing an agreement with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and K‑State Extension for outreach, prevention and early‑intervention services, funded with $125,000 from the state. The commission also approved warrants payable of $220,893.42, payroll payable of $389,097.07, payroll withholdings payable of $584,846.44, and the purchase of motor‑grader transmission parts for $22,172.32. All items were approved by Chairman Duft and Vice‑Chair Bartel.

• Approved signing of health outreach agreement (funded $125,000) (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved warrants payable $220,893.42 (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved payroll payable $389,097.07 (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved payroll withholdings payable $584,846.44 (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved purchase of motor‑grader transmission parts $22,172.32 from Foley Equipment (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved minutes of 04/16/26 meeting (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved agenda for the session (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel)

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider a $42,649 bid for corrugated metal pipe culverts from Welborn Sales for the Highway Department, funded from the Road and Bridge Fund. They will also discuss a resolution regarding the disposition of Cora Miller Hall. Other items include approving a $7,763 Motorola camera system for a Sheriff's Office vehicle, personnel changes, and warrants payable.

• Consider approving $42,649.20 bid from Welborn Sales for metal pipe culverts (Road and Bridge Fund)
• Consider resolution on disposition of Cora Miller Hall
• Approve $7,763.00 invoice to Motorola Solutions for camera system and installation kits (Sheriff's Office vehicle)
• Discuss personnel changes
• Consider warrants payable (amount not specified)

The Lyon County Commission approved several items, including the minutes from the previous meeting, warrants payable, a township board appointment, a sheriff's office camera system invoice, a road‑bridge bid, and a resolution to dispose of Cora Miller Hall. All motions were approved unanimously by the listed commissioners.

• Approved minutes of 04/09/26 meeting (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel, Commissioner Peck)
• Approved warrants payable for 04/17/26 totaling $1,118,568.88 (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel, Commissioner Peck)
• Approved appointment of Jason Young to Fremont Township board (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel, Commissioner Peck)
• Approved Motorola camera system invoice for $7,763.00 for the sheriff's office (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel, Commissioner Peck)
• Approved Welborn Sales bid for corrugated metal pipe culverts, $42,649.20 (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel, Commissioner Peck)
• Approved resolution 08‑26 for disposition of Cora Miller Hall (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel, Commissioner Peck)
• Approved move to executive session for confidential economic‑development data (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel, Commissioner Peck)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (Chairman Duft, Vice‑Chair Bartel, Commissioner Peck)

Commission Action Session

The Commission will discuss several infrastructure and security expenditures, including election office door locks and IT software. The body is also considering a road closure for a cycling event and a railroad crossing agreement.

• Payment of $24,752.00 to Kansas Security for card locking doors on election information rooms
• Purchase of NinjaOne Remote Monitoring and Management software for $9,180
• Estimated $5,800.00 for excavator parts from Foley Equipment
• Closure of Locust Street (Road 240) between Main Street and Fifth Street on April 11, 2026
• Agreement with BNSF RR and KDOT for crossing arms and lights at BNSF RR and Rd V Southwest of Reading

The commission approved several financial items, including warrants, payroll, and a $9,180 software purchase. It also approved signing an agreement with BNSF Railroad and KDOT for crossing arms and lights, a road closure for a local event, and a letter of support for Newman Regional Health. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved warrants payable $288,805.05
• Approved payroll payable $386,269.32
• Approved payroll withholding payable $288,713.44
• Approved purchase of NinjaOne RMM software for $9,180
• Approved signing agreement with BNSF Railroad and KDOT for crossing arms and lights
• Approved closure of Locust Street for Flint Hills Gravel Ride event
• Approved ordering excavator parts from Foley Equipment for $5,800
• Approved payment to Kansas Security for election‑room card locks totaling $24,752

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider several land-use applications, discuss bridge concerns, and vote on multiple equipment and software purchases. Items include a conditional‑use request for a communications tower, a minor subdivision plat, and approvals for sign posts, grader bits, and a digital‑identity license. The meeting also features a presentation on traffic‑control procedures for a pilot‑car program.

• Approve purchase of sign posts from J&A Traffic Products for approx. $12,862.50 (Special Road and Bridge Fund)
• Approve purchase of carbide bit setup and scarifying bits from Foley Equipment for $9,632.00 (Grader Blades Fund)
• Approve budgeted purchase of HID DigitalPersona License Renewal from CDW‑G for $11,310.00 (Contract Services account)
• Consider Application CUP2026-1: agriculture conditional‑use communications tower by Tillman Infrastructure, 1700 Block of Hwy 56
• Consider Application SD2026-01: minor plat of subdivision "Quail Creek Estates" by Estes and Sommers, 1700 Road E5

The commission approved the meeting agenda, the March 26 minutes, and warrants payable of $525,326.57 for April 3. It also approved a conditional‑use communications tower on the 1700 block of Hwy 56, a minor plat for the Quail Creek Estates subdivision, a bridge weight‑limit resolution, and several purchases for roads, equipment, IT, and a traffic‑control plan for the 2026 Unbound Gravel event. The National Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month 2026 proclamation was also signed.

• Approved agenda (as written)
• Approved March 26, 2026 minutes
• Approved warrants payable $525,326.57 for April 3, 2026
• Approved signing National Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month 2026 proclamation
• Approved conditional‑use communications tower (CUP2026-1) on Hwy 56
• Approved minor plat "Quail Creek Estates" subdivision (SD2026-01)
• Approved bridge weight‑limit resolution (Resolution 07‑26)
• Approved purchases: sign posts $12,862.50, carbide bits $19,264.00, HID license $11,310.00, and traffic‑control plan for Unbound Gravel

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will review several invoices for sheriff's office vehicle upfitting and the purchase of a new truck. The body will also consider a funding agreement for rural roads and a service contract for election equipment.

• Purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 from Longbine Autoplaza for $49,522.88
• Three invoices for Chevy Silverado upfitting from Traffic Control Services, Inc. totaling $38,584.15
• Service contract with Election Systems & Software, LLC for $56,627.69
• KDOT funding agreement for the High Risk Rural Roads Project
• Turbo kit for a 2016 Kenworth dump truck from Hoyt's Truck Center for an estimated $5,497.10

The commission approved several financial items, including warrants and payroll payments, and authorized multiple invoices for vehicle upfitting and a new Chevrolet Silverado. It also approved signing the funding agreement with KDOT for the High Risk Rural Roads Project and a service contract for election equipment. All motions were adopted without recorded opposition.

• Approved warrants payable $296,702.27
• Approved payroll payable $390,520.69
• Approved Traffic Control Services invoice $11,101.78 for vehicle upfitting
• Approved Traffic Control Services invoice $13,361.20 for vehicle upfitting
• Approved Traffic Control Services invoice $14,121.17 for vehicle upfitting
• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado $49,522.88
• Approved signing KDOT funding agreement for High Risk Rural Roads Project
• Approved election equipment service contract $56,627.69

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider several items, including minutes from the March 12 meeting, warrants, appointments, and a letter of support for an Emporia State University grant. They will review and vote on weed‑spray chemical bids totaling $300,981.28, an update to the detention center locking system for $220,503.58, and various engineering quotes for steel plates and tank cars. Additional agenda items cover animal‑at‑large issues, personnel changes, and equipment repairs.

• Approve weed‑spray chemical bids: Nutrien Solutions $258,621.88 (all bid minus glyphosate) and Van Diest Supply $15,359.40 (glyphosate only) for a total of $300,981.28, paid from account 026-00-8330
• Approve update to detention center locking control system for $220,503.58, paid from account 017-00-9018
• Approve quote from Railroad Yard for steel plate and a 10'x48.7' tank car for $33,383.00, funded by Special Bridge Fund Item 033-00-8350
• Approve quote from Gateway Pipe Inc. for a 6'x50' tank car for $13,750.00, funded by Special Bridge Fund Item 033-00-8350
• Approve resealing of four excavator cylinders by Northeast Kansas Hydraulics for $5,160.78, funded by Fund 011-00-7649

The Lyon County Commission approved its agenda and the March 12 meeting minutes. It authorized payment of $375,108.15 in warrants and signed a letter of support for an Emporia State University grant. Several contracts were approved, including weed‑spray chemicals for $300,981.28, steel and pipe purchases for culverts, and a $220,503.58 upgrade to the detention‑center locking system.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved March 12, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved warrants payable totaling $375,108.15
• Approved signing a letter of support for Emporia State University grant
• Approved weed‑spray chemical contracts totaling $300,981.28
• Approved steel plate and tank‑car purchase for culverts $33,383.00
• Approved Gateway Pipe Inc. tank‑car purchase $13,750.00
• Approved detention‑center locking system upgrade $220,503.58

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will review several financial items, including a $2,875,015 security contract for the training/communications center and a $250,790.89 bid from Kansas Security. They will also consider purchasing three 2026 Chevrolet Silverado vehicles for $148,568.64, approving travel up to $2,000 for a conference, and a three‑year $32,256‑per‑year contract with Hyper for non‑emergency call automation. Additionally, the commission will cancel a purchase order with a remaining balance of $18,888.89.

• Cancel Purchase Order #12071 (balance $18,888.89) for Broker Services Agreement
• Approve purchase of three 2026 Chevrolet Silverado vehicles for $148,568.64 from Longbine Autoplaza
• Approve travel for Nicole Thompson to IAED Navigator Conference, not to exceed $2,000
• Enter 3‑year contract with Hyper at $32,256 per year for non‑emergency call automation
• Approve low bid from Evergreen ($2,875,015) and bid from Kansas Security ($250,790.89) for training center security

Planning and Appeals Board Meeting

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider awarding two construction contracts for Community Development Block Grant projects. The body will also review equipment purchases, grant budgets for community corrections, and facility electrical work.

• Construction contract for Southwick House Project #24-PF-010 with Senne & Company Inc. for $2,634,476
• Construction contract for Commercial Rehabilitation Project #25-CR-003 for Fork and Spoon LLC with Mitchell Markowitz Construction for $383,865
• Purchase of a 2022 Superior T4 road broom from Murphy Tractor & Equipment for $43,700.00
• Electrical quote from Funk Electric Inc. for $5,395.60
• GeoPermits Portal hosting renewal with Schneider Geospatial not to exceed $6,792.60

The commission approved multiple contracts and grants, including a $2,634,476 construction contract for the Southwick House Project. Additional approvals included a $383,865 contract for the Fork and Spoon LLC rehabilitation project, a $43,700 purchase of a road broom, and renewal of the GeoPermits portal for up to $6,792.60. All motions were approved without recorded dissent.

• Approved $2,634,476 construction contract for Southwick House Project (Senne & Company Inc.)
• Approved $383,865 construction contract for Fork and Spoon LLC rehabilitation project (Mitchell Markowitz Construction)
• Approved $43,700 purchase of used 2022 Superior T4 road broom from Murphy Tractor & Equipment
• Approved $5,395.60 quote for jail outdoor lights installation (Funk Electric Inc.)
• Approved renewal of GeoPermits Portal hosting with Schneider Geospatial, not to exceed $6,792.60
• Approved FY27 KDOC Adult Services Comprehensive Plan grant and budget
• Approved FY27 KDOC Juvenile Services Comprehensive Plan grant and budget
• Approved bridge data collection request for proposals to allow Road and Bridge to advertise to engineering firms

Commission Action Session

The Commission will review invoices for human resources software and truck repairs. The body will also consider authorizing the County Engineer to advertise for bids on asphalt, culverts, and aggregate hauling.

• Time Clock Plus invoices totaling $13,357.23
• WKI Kenworth invoices for torsion bars totaling $6,838.26
• Lacal Equipment Inc quote for mower blades and hardware of approximately $8,649.80
• Bidding authorization for Scrub Seal Emulsified Asphalt
• Bidding authorization for Corrugated Metal Arch Culverts and Washed CM-K Cover Aggregate

The Lyon County Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 19 session. It also approved several financial items, including warrants payable of $689,518.01, payroll payable of $399,370.92, and payroll withholding payable of $584,911.64. Additional approvals covered appointments, personnel and payroll changes, and multiple invoices and bid advertisements for county services. All motions were approved with no recorded dissent.

• Approved the agenda as written
• Approved the minutes of the 02/19/26 meeting
• Approved warrants payable for 2/27/26 in the amount of $689,518.01
• Approved payroll payable for 2/27/26 in the amount of $399,370.92
• Approved payroll withholding payable for 2/27/26 in the amount of $584,911.64
• Approved appointment of Marcia Wood as Silver Haired Legislature Representative
• Approved invoices from Time Clock Plus totaling $13,357.23
• Approved engineer invoices and bid advertisements for equipment and services

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider several financial approvals, including a $26,966.00 workers' compensation invoice from KWORCC and a $7,100.00 ELVIS invoice from KSOS. Commissioners will discuss the engineer's recommendation for new pedestrian crossings at 5th and Commercial Street. The agenda also includes a review of the animal shelter services contract and recognition of sheriff's department employee awards.

• Approve KWORCC workers' compensation invoice for $26,966.00 (account 010-58-7236)
• Discuss engineer's recommendation for pedestrian crossings at 5th and Commercial Street
• Approve KSOS ELVIS invoice for $7,100.00 (account 010-21-7210)
• Review contract for animal shelter services
• Sheriff's Department employee awards

The Lyon County Commission voted to discontinue the $1,000‑per‑month contract with Raise Your Paws for animal shelter services. The motion was approved by Vice‑Chair Bartel and Commissioner Peck. The commission also approved several routine items, including warrants payable, invoices, appointments to the Fair Board, and a settlement agreement.

• Approved discontinuing the animal shelter services contract (Vice‑Chair Bartel, Commissioner Peck)
• Approved warrants payable for 02/20/26 in the amount of $137,536.79
• Approved appointment of Dagan Morris to the Lyon County Fair Board (term ends 12/31/2027)
• Approved appointment of Chad Kurzen to the Lyon County Fair Board (term ends 12/31/2028)
• Approved invoice from KWORCC for 2025 workers' compensation premiums ($26,966.00)
• Approved invoice from KSOS for the 2026 ELVIS invoice ($7,100.00)
• Approved settlement agreement and release as presented
• Approved the agenda and minutes for the meeting

Commission Action Session

The Commission will review several financial transfers and equipment purchases. The body is also considering the adoption of the Region I Hazard Mitigation Plan and a health benefits services agreement.

• Transfer of $1,500,000.00 from account [017-00-9900] to account [010-00-5917]
• Transfer of $578,501.00 from account [050-00-9900] to account [017-00-5901]
• Purchase of a zero turn mower from Sutherlands of Emporia for $8,449.00
• Adoption of the Region I Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Howden US Specialty, LLC Health & Benefits agreement encumbering $26,666.66

The Lyon County Commission approved a series of financial actions, including warrants, payroll, a recording‑system invoice, a mower purchase, and two large budget transfers. They also adopted the Kansas Homeland Security Region I Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved a health‑benefits agreement with Howden US Specialty. The meeting then moved to an executive session for employee evaluation before adjourning.

• Approved warrants payable $84,091.92
• Approved payroll payable $384,162.72
• Approved Audio Lite invoice $1,050.00 for recording system upgrade
• Approved purchase of zero‑turn mower $8,300.00 for Noxious Weed Department
• Approved adoption of Kansas Homeland Security Region I Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approved transfer of up to $1,500,000.00 between county accounts as budgeted
• Approved transfer of $578,501.00 to reimburse Sales Tax account from Bond Fund
• Approved Howden US Specialty health & benefits agreement and encumbered $26,666.66

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will discuss routine items such as meeting minutes, warrants payable (amount not specified), appointments, the Elmendaro Township annual report, and a letter of intent for the KDHE Healthy Family Program. It will also review personnel changes, a district court recording‑software update, and two bids for steel pipe culverts totaling $22,680.00 and $31,345.00 from Fund [011-00-8223]. Finally, the commission will consider a resolution to foreclose tax liens and sell delinquent properties, along with related title‑work bids.

• Approve bid from Gateway Steel Pipe and Supply for 1,120 ft of 16" steel pipe culverts, $22,680.00 (Fund [011-00-8223])
• Approve bid from Frank Black Pipe and Supply for 375 ft of 18" and 580 ft of 24" steel pipe culverts, $31,345.00 (Fund [011-00-8223])
• Consider resolution authorizing foreclosure of tax liens and sale of real property for delinquent taxes
• Consider bids for title work for the tax foreclosure case
• Update on installation of recording software for the district court

The Lyon County Commission approved several actions, including payment of $295,050.40 in warrants, the appointment of Greg Bachman to the 5th Judicial Nominating Commission, and bids for steel pipe culverts totaling $54,025. The commission also adopted a resolution authorizing foreclosure of tax liens and sale of delinquent real property, and approved related title work and a health program letter of intent. All motions were approved without recorded opposition.

• Approved $295,050.40 warrants payable for February 06, 2026
• Approved appointment of Greg Bachman to the 5th Judicial Nominating Commission (term expires March 5, 2030)
• Approved bid from Gateway Steel Pipe and Supply for 1,120 ft of 16" steel pipe culverts, $22,680.00
• Approved bid from Frank Black Pipe and Supply for 375 ft of 18" and 580 ft of 24" steel pipe culverts, $31,345.00
• Approved resolution authorizing foreclosure of tax liens and sale of real property for delinquent taxes
• Approved Moon Title & Escrow quote of $60.00 per tract for affidavits of ownership
• Approved Letter of Support and Letter of Intent for the KDHE Healthy Family Program
• Approved personnel and payroll changes

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider several routine items, including the minutes from the Jan 22, 2026 meeting, warrants and payroll payable for Jan 30, 2026, and township annual reports. A resolution to deny an annexation will be presented for consideration. Additional agenda items include personnel changes, a CAREARC quarterly report, and a review of the 2025 state noxious‑weed report and 2026 management plan.

• Consider the minutes of the January 22, 2026 meeting.
• Consider warrants payable for January 30, 2026 (amount not specified).
• Resolution denying annexation.
• Review and consider signing the 2025 annual state noxious‑weed report and 2026 management plan.
• Present CAREARC quarterly report (named individuals listed).

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider an agreement with Republic for solid waste disposal and recyclable processing. It will also review a request from the City of Emporia to annex property at 800 Road 160. Additional items include reviewing January 15 meeting minutes, warrants payable for January 23, and personnel changes.

• Consider annexation of property at 800 Road 160
• Consider agreement with Republic for solid waste disposal and recyclable processing
• Consider warrants payable for January 23, 2026 (amount not specified)
• Consider minutes of the January 15, 2026 meeting
• Discuss personnel changes

The commission approved the meeting agenda, the January 15 minutes, and warrants payable of $2,286,029.01. It also approved the Waterloo Township 2025 report and a solid‑waste disposal agreement with Republic through 2026. The request to annex the property at 800 Road 160 was denied, and the session was adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved January 15 minutes
• Approved warrants payable $2,286,029.01
• Approved Waterloo Annual Township Report 2025
• Denied annexation request for 800 Road 160
• Approved solid‑waste disposal agreement with Republic through 2026
• Approved adjournment of the session

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will review several high-cost equipment purchases and insurance payments. The body is also considering a $90,000 fund transfer and the approval of a new employee handbook.

• Purchase of two Kenworth Dump Trucks for $551,021.99
• Annual Liability Insurance Premium payment to KCAMP for $594,085.00
• Transfer of $90,000.00 from General Fund to Tort Liability fund
• Purchase of 47 new PCs and video equipment for $46,404.74
• Payment of $52,500.00 to Gilmore Bell for bond counsel professional services

The commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the January 8 meeting. It authorized several financial items including warrants for $84,439.94, payroll payments of $400,654.81, and a $90,000 transfer to the Tort Liability fund. The board re‑appointed members to the Planning/Appeals board and the Community Corrections Advisory Board, and approved multiple equipment purchases, the largest being two Kenworth dump trucks for $551,021.99. Additional approvals included a liability insurance payment of $594,085 and a $46,404.74 purchase of new computers.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved warrants payable for January 16, 2026 in the amount of $84,439.94
• Approved payroll payable for January 16, 2026 in the amount of $400,654.81
• Approved re‑appointing LeRoy Boline and Aaron Davis to the Planning/Appeals board (3‑year term)
• Approved purchase of two Kenworth dump trucks for $551,021.99 from Master Tech Truck & Equipment
• Approved purchase of three axles for the Highway Department trailer for $5,578.30
• Approved transfer of $90,000 from the General Fund to the Tort Liability fund
• Approved payment of $594,085 for annual liability insurance premium to KCAMP

Planning and Appeals Board Meeting

The Lyon County Planning and Appeals Board will elect a Chair, Vice‑Chair and Secretary, approve the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes, and consider revisions to the civic/public and heavy industrial sections of the county zoning regulations. No public hearing or unfinished business is scheduled.

• Election of Chair, Vice‑Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of November 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of possible text changes to civic/public and heavy industrial zoning regulations

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will consider several financial approvals, including payments for Priority Dispatch, the Kansas 911 Coordinating Council, and a Motorola radio service contract. They will also vote on a contract for LED lighting upgrades at the Anderson building. Additional agenda items cover routine minutes, warrants, personnel changes, and an employee evaluation.

• Approve $16,800 payment to Priority Dispatch for the 2026 EMD/EFD license renewal (account #19-00-7600)
• Approve $73,820 payment to Kansas 911 Coordinating Council for 2026 NG911 call handling (account #19-00-7600)
• Approve $170,730.44 payment to Motorola for SUAII service contract for the 800 radio system (account #17-00-9001)
• Approve $8,620.19 payment to Funk Electric Inc. for LED panels and bulbs at the Anderson building (account #017-00-9021)
• Consider minutes from the January 2, 2026 meeting and warrants payable for January 8, 2026

Commission Action Session

The Lyon County Commission will review the minutes from the Dec. 24, 2025 meeting and consider several financial items, including warrants and payroll payables for Jan. 2, 2026 (amounts not listed). Commissioners will vote on paying a $262,624 KWORCC invoice for estimated workers‑comp premiums. They will also consider a resolution to waive GAAP requirements for 2026 and a resolution authorizing participation in the Rural Opportunity Zone Program. The session includes personnel discussions, reports, and an executive session.

• Consider the minutes of the Dec. 24, 2025 meeting
• Consider warrants payable for Jan. 2, 2026 (amount not specified)
• Approve payment of $262,624 KWORCC invoice for 2026 workers‑comp premiums
• Consider resolution to waive GAAP requirements for 2026
• Consider resolution authorizing participation in the Rural Opportunity Zone Program