McPherson County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and agenda items. The meeting includes a scheduled executive session with County Counselor Brian Bina regarding attorney/client privilege.

• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll
• Approval of adds and abates
• Executive session with County Counselor Brian Bina

The Board approved the resignation of the County Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator and authorized payroll and claims. Commissioners agreed to revisit a request for a Bearcat vehicle during 2024 budget hearings. A decision on shade coverings for the County Building windows project was deferred to January 9, 2023.

• Approved resignation of Gina Bell, County Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator (All aye)
• Approved checks, claims, encumbrance, and payroll for period ending Dec 24, 2022 (All aye)
• Approved adds and abates for Dec 23, 2022 (All aye)
• Deferred Bearcat vehicle purchase request to 2024 budget hearings
• Tabled decision on County Building windows shade coverings until Jan 9, 2023
• Approved Dec 19, 2022 minutes (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review personnel matters and intergovernmental agreements. The meeting includes discussions on ARPA reimbursements to the City of McPherson and a proposal for the Canton tower.

• Memorandum of Understanding for McPherson City of McPherson & City of Moundridge
• ARPA Reimbursements to City of McPherson
• L3Harris proposal for the Canton tower
• Software Application & Services Agreement for Planning/Zoning/Environment
• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll

The Board approved the installation of two new communication towers through L3Harris to improve coverage in Canton and Windom. The Commission also authorized a $225,000 ARPA fund reimbursement to the City of McPherson. Action on a software service agreement for community development was postponed.

• Approved L3Harris communication tower enhancements for Canton and Windom at a cost of $1,239,708.65 (All aye)
• Approved $225,000 ARPA fund reimbursement to the City of McPherson (All aye)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice to end introductory period for Deputy William Brouwer Jr. (All aye)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice to hire Correctional Officer Sage Sheets (All aye)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice to hire Maintenance Worker I Spencer Hall (All aye)
• Approved adds and abates for December 16, 2022 (All aye)
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage Notice to Township for Superior Township (All aye)
• Postponed action on iWorQ Software Service Agreement for Community Development

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The McPherson County Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the vacation of Antelope Trail and a portion of South Ave.

• Vacation of Antelope Trail and a portion of South Ave
• Agreement on a culvert at Kiowa and Antelope Trail

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions to distribute ARPA funds to the cities of McPherson, Lindsborg, and Moundridge for fire and ambulance services. The meeting also includes discussions on personnel and a County Counselor Agreement.

• ARPA funds for City of McPherson (Fire & Ambulance)
• ARPA funds for City of Lindsborg (Ambulance)
• ARPA funds for City of Moundridge (Ambulance)
• County Counselor Agreement
• Replacement of non-working HVAC in County Building

The Board approved a contract for a new heat pump in the County Building and authorized several personnel changes. The board also approved accounts payable, payroll, and tax adds and abates.

• Approved HVAC replacement quote from Jim’s Plumbing not to exceed $8,370.48 (All aye)
• Approved hiring Brandon Lawson-Archuleta as Deputy Sheriff and a $4.00 per pay period cell phone allowance (All aye)
• Approved ending introductory period for Patricia Clifton effective January 9, 2023 (All aye)
• Approved ending introductory period for Michelle Wing effective December 25, 2022 (All aye)
• Approved accounts payable, encumbrances, one voided check, and payroll (All aye)
• Approved adds and abates for December 9, 2022 (All aye)
• Approved December 12, 2022 agenda (All aye)
• Approved December 5, 2022 minutes (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss participation in a student loan program and an addendum to the 2022 Indigent Defense Agreement. The meeting includes personnel requests for the Sheriff and Public Works departments and a discussion on a Bearcat vehicle.

• Resolution for Rural Opportunity Zone Student Loan Program
• Addendum to the 2022 Indigent Defense Agreement
• Sheriff's request for 3 PCNs and 2 cell phone allowances
• Discussion on Bearcat vehicle
• Quote for purchase of RCBs for 2023 construction season

The Board approved the purchase of reinforced concrete boxes for 2023 construction and authorized participation in the Rural Opportunity Zone student loan repayment program. The commission also approved several personnel promotions and updated the Indigent Defense Agreement.

• Approved purchase of two reinforced concrete boxes from McPherson Concrete Products not to exceed $77,057.90 (All aye)
• Approved Resolution 2022-24 to participate in the Rural Opportunity Zone student loan repayment program for 2023 (All aye)
• Approved 2023 Indigent Defense Agreement and addendum naming Charles C. Lindberg as Conflicts Attorney (All aye)
• Approved promotion of Jordan Baxter to Captain of Investigations and $12.00 per pay period cell phone allowance (All aye)
• Approved promotion of Jeffrey Schmidt to Sergeant Deputy Sheriff and $8.00 per pay period cell phone allowance (All aye)
• Approved promotion of Justin Goetz to Maintenance Worker III (All aye)
• Approved end of introductory period for Correctional Officer Brianna Rogers (All aye)
• Approved adds and abates for December 2, 2022 (Becker and O'Dell aye, Kueser abstained)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss office renovations for the McPherson County Extension. The board is also scheduled to award bids for 2023 roadway maintenance aggregates and aggregate hauling.

• Award bids for 2023 Roadway Maintenance Materials (Aggregates)
• Award bids for 2023 Roadway Maintenance Materials (Aggregate hauling)
• Discussion of McPherson County Extension office renovations
• Cereal Malt Beverage License

The Board approved bids for 2023 roadway maintenance materials and hauling. They also authorized up to $13,000 for renovations to the county extension office and signed the election canvass results.

• Approved up to $13,000 for extension office renovations (All voted aye)
• Approved bids for 2023 Roadway Maintenance Materials and Hauling (All voted aye)
• Approved and signed the November 8, 2022 election canvass results (All voted aye)
• Approved CMB License for Rolling Acres Golf Course (All voted aye)
• Approved adds and abates for November 18, 2022 (All voted aye)
• Approved accounts payable for November 28, 2022 and payroll for period ending November 26, 2022 (All voted aye)
• Approved request to open and count 117 provisional ballots and partially count 14 ballots (All voted aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review administrative approvals and personnel matters. The session includes a request for a new cellular tower and a vehicle purchase request from the Undersheriff.

• SU Case 22-04: Request for a new cellular tower at 2676 Smoky Valley Road
• Undersheriff James Bergstrom request for vehicle purchase
• RFD #1 Ambulance ARPA reimbursements
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll

The Board approved a special use permit for a new cellular tower and authorized the purchase of a detective vehicle. They also approved payroll, checks and claims, and a reimbursement for RFD #1 Ambulance.

• Approved Resolution 2022-23 for a new cellular tower at 2676 Smoky Valley Road (3-0)
• Authorized purchase of a 2022 detective vehicle not to exceed $31,000 (3-0)
• Approved $42,402.05 reimbursement document from RFD #1 Ambulance, Canton (3-0)
• Approved checks, claims, encumbrances, and payroll for period ending Nov 12, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved Nov 7, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Nov 14, 2022 agenda (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss sales tax renewals with administrators from Lindsborg, McPherson, and Moundridge hospitals. The board will also review personnel matters and public works requests.

• Sales tax renewal updates with hospital CEOs
• Request to purchase a load of cold mix for Public Works
• Personnel reviews for Treasurer/Tax and Corrections
• Cereal Malt Beverage Notice for Smoky Hill Township
• Letter of Support for McPherson County Council on Aging

The Board approved several personnel actions, including the hiring of a part-time clerk and the promotion of a mechanic. The Board also authorized a cold mix purchase for public works and signed support letters and beverage notices.

• Approved ending introductory periods for Charles Allcock, Greg Baranowski, and Thomas Massa (All aye)
• Approved hiring Shirley Blomquist as PT Clerk for County Treasurer (All aye)
• Approved letter of support for McPherson County Council on Aging KDOT grant application (All aye)
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage Notice for Smoky Hill Township, Lindsborg Golf Course (All aye)
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage Notice for Canton Township, Canton Grocery (All aye)
• Approved purchase of cold mix from Unique Cold Mix at $155/ton (All aye)
• Approved promotion of Darren J. Moore to Mechanic (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review personnel matters and county procurement policies regarding emergency purchases. The agenda includes discussions on the County Building HVAC system and repairs for Truck No. 48.

• Operation Green Light for Veterans Proclamation
• Fire District Appropriation Funds
• County Building HVAC system
• County Procurement Policy for emergency purchases
• Repair quote for Truck No. 48

The Board approved a bid for a new HVAC system in the County Building and authorized $150,000 in total reimbursements to three fire districts. The Commission also approved personnel wage increases and a one-time employee appreciation payment.

• Approved HVAC system replacement for County Building third floor from Jim’s Plumbing and Heating not to exceed $8,279.81 (All aye)
• Authorized $50,000 reimbursements each to RFD #1 Canton, RFD #3 Windom, and RFD #5 Inman (All aye)
• Approved wage increases and 5.5% COLA for Jill Curren, Dwila Busse, and Katherine Holliday, and the hire of Miranda Shirack (All aye)
• Approved one-time pay of $250 for full-time and $125 for part-time employees (All aye)
• Approved repairs to Truck #48 from Louie’s Service Center, Inc. not to exceed $3,032.60 (All aye)
• Approved request to proceed with the next tax sale for County properties (All aye)
• Approved proclamation Supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans (All aye)
• Approved checks, claims, encumbrances for Oct 31, and payroll for period ending Oct 29 (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review non-elected personnel matters across multiple departments. The meeting includes discussions on debt write-offs for the Health Department and procurement policies for fuel and pipes.

• Write-off of uncollectible debt for the McPherson County Health Department
• Approval of quotes for tires
• Discussion of McPherson County Procurement Policy regarding fuel quotes
• Approval to purchase pipes
• Letter of support for Multi Community Diversified Services

The Board approved several personnel actions including promotions, hires, and end of introductory periods. They also approved a tire purchase not to exceed $12,355.58, an exemption from the procurement policy for fuel quotes, and a pipe purchase not to exceed $3,760.00. A letter of support for KDOT grant funding and a write-off of uncollectible debt were also approved. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved promotion of Captain James Bergstrom to Under Sheriff and cell phone allowance (3-0)
• Approved hire of Clayton Frisbie as Correctional Officer (3-0)
• Approved promotion of Hillery DePeel to Office Manager (3-0)
• Approved end of introductory period for Joshua Pimentel, Maintenance Supervisor (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for KDOT grant applications for Multi Community Diversified Services (3-0)
• Approved write-off of uncollectible debt of $817.21 (3-0)
• Approved tire purchase from T&W Tire not to exceed $12,355.58 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of corrugated steel culvert pipe from J&J Drainage not to exceed $3,760.00 (3-0)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals will meet to review a special use request for a new cellular tower. The board will also receive an update from the Airport Advisory Committee.

• Case No. SU22-04: Special Use Request for a new cellular tower at 2676 Smoky Valley RD (Applicant: Parallel Towers III)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss personnel matters and a solid waste management plan. The body is reviewing resolutions to restrict compression brakes on two county roads and a contract for a bridge replacement. The meeting includes a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

• Resolution restricting compression brakes on CR307 (22nd Ave) at Pine Village south of CR2043
• Resolution restricting compression brakes on CR445 (Comanche Rd.) at Elyria East of CR2043
• Contracts for bridge replacement on CR447, northwest of Marquette, Bridge # 0102290
• Line-item budget change on CDBG Roxbury Project
• Solid Waste Management 5-year Plan

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel matters and county operations. The session includes requests for new vehicles and a resolution regarding road usage in Roxbury.

• Resolution restricting compression brakes on County Road CR-304 and CR-429 at Roxbury, KS
• Purchase of 2023 vehicles for the Sheriff's office
• Resolution for County Holiday Calendar
• Personnel requests from Emergency Management/Communications and the County Appraiser

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the renewal of county employee health insurance and a contract for indoor environmental quality investigation services at the County Courthouse. The meeting includes personnel reviews for the County Appraiser, Treasurer, and Emergency Management. The board will also consider a resolution to alter the boundaries of McPherson County Fire District #5.

• Resolution to amend boundaries of McPherson County Fire District #5
• County Courthouse Pre-Remediation Indoor Environmental Quality Investigation Services Contract
• County Employee Health Insurance Renewal
• Appointment of new members for the Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals
• Purchase of replacement bed lift cylinder for Truck #47 and ECM for Truck #48

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review personnel matters and administrative approvals. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a contract for the Wheatridge Ave. Bridge and a CDBG time extension request.

• Contract for Wheatridge Ave. Bridge
• CDBG Time Extension Request to State Contract & Contract Amendment Request Form
• Mid Year Ratio Study by County Appraiser
• Approval of Checks, Claims, and Payroll
• Approval of Adds and Abates

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a 2023 budget hearing and discuss fire districts. The meeting includes requests for a tax abatement from Central States Marketing & Manufacturing and CDBG funds for the Roxbury Lift Station Project.

• 2023 Budget Hearing & Fire Districts
• Tax abatement request from Central States Marketing & Manufacturing
• CDBG funds payment request for Roxbury Lift Station Project
• Opioid Settlement Authorization
• Noxious Weed Department chemical and future truck purchases

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and personnel matters. The board will also consider a final payment application for the Roxbury Lift Station Project and hear updates from the MIDC Executive Director.

• Roxbury Lift Station Project Completion Certificate and Final Payment Application
• Request for transfer of S&R Warehouse Economic Development Tax Exemptions
• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll
• Approval of Adds and Abates

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss Rails to Trails and review personnel matters. The board is also seeking approval to bid for FY 2023 aggregate materials and material crushing.

• Rails to Trails discussion
• Approval to bid FY 2023 aggregate materials
• Approval to bid FY 2023 material crushing
• Sheriff's request for cell phone allowance
• KWORC Annual Meeting appointment of voting delegate

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct budget hearings for fire districts. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a remodel of the county building and a presentation on the 30 x 30 Conservation Plan.

• Budget Hearing - Fire Districts
• County Building Remodel Discussion
• Daryl Larson - 30 x 30 Conservation Plan
• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a special use case for a liquor store and a time extension for the CDBG Roxbury Project. The meeting also includes an election vote canvas and a property valuation compliance review.

• Special Use Case SU22-03: Liquor store request at 411 Hwy K 61, Inman, KS
• CDBG Roxbury Project time extension request and change order
• Election vote canvas by County Clerk Hollie Melroy
• Property Valuation Division Compliance Review
• Repair requests for Truck #48 and a Stanley Commander door control board

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss personnel matters for the administration, county attorney, sheriff, and public works departments. The board will also consider a quote for tanker cars for a bridge project.

• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll
• Approval of adds and abates
• Sheriff's cell phone allowance request form
• Public Works truck repair discussion
• Quote for tanker cars for a bridge project

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review routine approvals and department updates. Discussions include the purchase of ballistic vests and an update on pagers.

• Purchase of ballistic vests
• Courthouse awning
• Pagers update
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The McPherson County Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals will review two special use requests. The board will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan, Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction, and a vacation request for Williams.

• Case No. SU22-03: Special Use Request for a liquor store at 411 Hwy K61
• Case No. SU22-04: Special Use Request for a new cellular tower at 2676 Smoky Valley RD

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a final plat for Sunset View Estates and a proposal to increase starting wages for experienced deputies. The meeting includes updates from McPherson Hospital and transportation officials, as well as a time extension request for the Roxbury Lift Station project.

• Final Plat for Sunset View Estates presentation
• Proposal for increased beginning wage for new hire deputies with 5 years experience
• CDBG Roxbury Lift Station Project time extension, contract amendment, and change order
• Quote for Cisco Duo Security Standard Access licensing and hardware
• Uncollectible debt write-off request from McPherson County Health Department

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and adds and abates. The agenda includes personnel discussions and a review of a quote for a used oil distributor truck.

• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll
• Approval of adds and abates
• Quote for used oil distributor truck
• Executive session regarding attorney/client privilege

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of McPherson County Commissioners will meet to discuss the extension of a subdivision moratorium. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as the approval of the agenda and minutes.

• Extension of Subdivision Moratorium

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss the county budget and the purchase of patrol vehicles. The agenda includes reviews of courthouse interior painting and carpeting projects and personnel matters. The board will also consider postage for Comprehensive Land Use Plan postcards.

• Purchase of patrol vehicles
• Courthouse interior painting and carpeting projects
• Comprehensive Land Use Plan postcards and postage
• County Solid Waste Committee appointment
• Budget presentation by the County Treasurer

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a new contract with Symmetry Energy Solutions and a special election recount. The meeting also includes reviews of personnel and community corrections pay enhancements.

• Contract with Symmetry Energy Solutions
• Special Election Recount discussion
• Request for Whiskey Wagon to serve at Saddle Club Event June 24th & 25th
• 4th Quarter Community Corrections pay enhancement
• Replacement of an existing ice machine

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss personnel matters and grant renewals. The meeting includes a resolution regarding pay rates for the Special Election Recount Board and a request for concrete pipe for a road intersection.

• Purchase of concrete pipe for the intersection of Pawnee Road and 14th Ave
• Resolution on Recount Procedures and hourly pay/travel costs for Special Election Recount Board
• Reinvestment Grant & Regional Collaboration Grant Renewal
• Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Participation
• Review of Community Health Needs Assessment with County Hospitals

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to handle routine administrative approvals and payroll. The primary action item is a vote to canvas a special election.

• Vote to canvas Special Election
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold budget presentations for several county entities, including the Airport and County Clerk. The board will also consider purchases for Public Works equipment and infrastructure.

• 2023 Budget Presentations for County Clerk, Prairie View, Council on Aging, STEP MC, Extension, and Airport
• Purchase of pipes for Pawnee Rd. west of I-135
• Quote for GPS for the new Cat Motor Grader
• Plotter purchase request
• Executive session with County Counselor Brian Bina