McPherson County public meetings in 2023

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review personnel requests and department statistics. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a USDOT SS4A funding award for McPherson County.

• Discussion regarding USDOT SS4A Funding Award
• Cell phone allowance request for non-elected Sheriff's personnel
• Reimbursement for RWD #2 (Dickinson County)
• Reimbursement for RWD #3
• CMS Retail Dealer's License

The Board approved reimbursements for Rural Water Districts #2 and #3, totaling up to $15,885. They also approved several personnel changes, including ending introductory periods for two employees and granting a cell phone allowance for a deputy. A discussion occurred regarding a $700,000 federal funding award for safety projects, but no specific project approvals were recorded.

• Approved reimbursement for RWD #2 not to exceed $2,841.00 (All aye)
• Approved reimbursement for RWD #3 not to exceed $13,044.00 (All aye)
• Approved cell phone allowance for Deputy Hall at $4.00 per pay period (All aye)
• Approved PCN ending introductory status for Ben Sharp (All aye)
• Approved PCN ending introductory status for Spencer Hall (All aye)
• Approved CMB Retail Dealer’s License for Canton Grocery (All aye)
• Discussed USDOT SS4A funding award of $560,000 plus $140,000 match
• Recessed for legislative meeting with State Representative Scott Hill

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a budget amendment hearing and discuss a remodel of the County Building with Fuqua Construction Inc. The meeting also includes reports from the Sheriff and STEP MC.

• Budget Amendment Hearing
• County Building Remodel discussion with Fuqua Construction Inc.
• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll
• Approval of Adds and Abates

The Board approved amendments to the General Fund, Health Department, Community Corrections, and Landfill - Specials budgets. They also authorized personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and the Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator. A preliminary agreement for the County Building renovation was postponed.

• Approved 2023 Budget Amendments for General Fund, Health Department, Community Corrections, and Landfill - Specials (3-0)
• Approved ending introductory period for Deputy Stephanie Kinsley effective Dec. 24, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved ending introductory period and $5,000 wage increase for Jon Kinsey effective Dec. 10, 2023 (3-0)
• Postponed action on $276,200 County Building renovation agreement with Fuqua Construction, Inc.
• Approved Dec. 4, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved checks, claims, and payroll for Dec. 11, 2023 (3-0, one abstention on SBDA check)
• Approved jury checks for Dec. 11, 2023 (2-0, one abstention)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review resolutions for floodplain, subdivision, and zoning model codes. The meeting includes a request for a second residential unit at 1720 W. Kansas Ave. and approvals for infrastructure bids.

• Special Use Case 23-04: request for second residential unit at 1720 W. Kansas Ave.
• Resolutions for Model Codes regarding Floodplain, Subdivision, and Zoning Regulations
• Approval to seek bids for electrical and water at the 4H grounds
• Quote approval for fence for the 27th Ave. project (#2023039)
• Ceiling repair for Corrections/Jail

The Board approved updated model codes for zoning, subdivision, and floodplain management. The commission also approved several personnel changes, a special use request for a second residential unit, and various maintenance contracts.

• Approved Resolution 2023-25 for second residential unit at 1720 W. Kansas Ave (3-0)
• Adopted revised Floodplain Regulations as Resolution 2023-26 (3-0)
• Adopted revised Subdivision Regulations as Resolution 2023-27 (3-0)
• Adopted revised Zoning Regulations and Map as Resolution 2023-28 (3-0)
• Approved $5,060 ceiling repair at Law Enforcement Center (3-0)
• Approved $8,321 fence quote from The Fence Company for 27 Ave. project (3-0)
• Approved hiring Drake Hall as Deputy Sheriff (3-0)
• Approved seeking bids for electrical and water at 4H grounds (Consensus)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review personnel matters and a request for proposals regarding opioid dollars. The meeting includes discussions on the Health Department roof and highway de-icing salt quotes.

• Opioid Dollars - RFP
• Approval of quotes for bulk highway de-icing salt
• Health Department Roof
• Fireworks Resolution
• Reimbursement RWD #6 - McPherson County

The Board approved a $22,991.75 roof replacement for the Health Department using ARPA funds and adopted Resolution 2023-24 regarding fireworks. Commissioners also authorized hiring two Community Corrections staff, approved bulk de-icing salt purchases, and extended FY 2023 aggregate bid items. A consensus was reached to issue RFPs for opioid settlement funds to three local treatment entities.

• Adopted Fireworks Policy and Resolution 2023-24 (3-0)
• Approved Health Dept roof replacement by Wray Roofing for $22,991.75 via ARPA funds (3-0)
• Hired Debra Fenstermaker as Juvenile Intake Worker and Joseph Mayhew as Surveillance Officer (3-0)
• Consensus to mail RFPs for $54,417.05 in opioid settlement funds to three entities
• Authorized $21,413.94 reimbursement to Rural Water District #6 for line expansion and meters (3-0)
• Signed Retail CMB Dealer's License for Lindsborg Golf Course (3-0)
• Promoted Daryl Otte to Maintenance Worker II effective Nov 26, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved bulk highway de-icing salt purchases from Independent Salt Co. and Central Salt, Co. (3-0)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals will discuss the adoption of model codes for zoning, subdivisions, and floodplain management. The body will also consider a special use request for a second residential structure and a variance compliance matter.

• SU23-04: Special Use for Second Residential Structure at 1720 W Kansas Ave
• ZA23-04: Model Code FloodPlain Management
• ZA23-05: Model Code Subdivision Regulations
• ZA23-06: Model Code Zoning Regulations
• 1842 Cherokee Variance Compliance

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review the final plan and cost estimate for the County Building remodel from Fuqua Construction Inc. The board is also considering a construction services contract with Kirkham Michael for Project #059 C-5137-01 HSIP-C496(223).

• County Building Remodel final plan and cost estimate from Fuqua Construction Inc.
• Construction services contract with Kirkham Michael for Project #059 C-5137-01 HSIP-C496(223)
• Rural Opportunity Zone Resolution
• Reimbursement request for RWD #4 – Marion County
• October Zoning Report/Update

The Board approved the official vote canvases for the November 7, 2023 election and authorized a construction contract for a culvert extension. Personnel promotions and a seasonal tax clerk hire were approved. The Board postponed official action on a $4.95 million County Building remodel until December.

• Approved official vote canvases for McPherson City, School Board, and Bond Issue
• Approved contract with Kirkham Michael for 27th Avenue culvert extension (10% cost estimated at $27,662.58)
• Approved Resolution 2023-23 for 2024 rural opportunity zone student loan repayment program
• Approved payment to Marion County Rural Water District #4 not to exceed $11,566.35
• Approved promotion of Kathryn Lamb to Deputy Register of Deeds
• Approved promotion of Diane Hedberg to Office Manager
• Approved hiring of Shirley Bloomquist as Temporary Part-time Seasonal Tax Clerk
• Postponed action on $4,952,000 County Building remodel estimate until December

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several public works items including aggregate and asphalt milling bids for 2024. Discussion includes a request from Jackson Township for yield signs on Kiowa Rd. and repairs to the sign shop roof.

• Seeking bids for all aggregates for budget year 2024
• Seeking bids for 2024 Asphalt Road Milling
• Repairing roof leaks on the sign shop
• Jackson Township request for yield signs on Kiowa Rd. at 11th Ave. and 12th Ave.
• Retail Dealer's License for Rolling Acres Golf Course

The Board approved requests to seek bids for 2024 road aggregates and asphalt milling. They authorized a roof repair for the sign shop capped at $27,562.58 and reappointed three members to the Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals. A request to install yield signs in Jackson Township was postponed pending further information.

• Approved request to seek bids for 2024 aggregates (all aye)
• Approved request to seek bids for 2024 asphalt road milling (all aye)
• Approved Wray Roofing for sign shop repairs, cost not to exceed $27,562.58 (all aye)
• Postponed Jackson Township yield sign request for Kiowa Rd. (consensus)
• Approved hiring Kenneth Reeves as Correctional Officer (all aye)
• Reappointed Jim VanGoethem, Raymond Williams, and Jeff Smith to Planning & Zoning Appeals Board (all aye)
• Approved Proclamation for Operation Green Light for Veterans (all aye)
• Approved Retail Dealer’s License for Rolling Acres Golf Course (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a bid for the 27th Ave. culvert extension project and receive a project update on the County Building. The meeting also includes a presentation on a Classification & Compensation Study by The Arnold Group.

• Approval of bid for 27th Ave. culvert extension project
• County Building project update from Fuqua Construction Inc.
• Classification & Compensation Study presentation by The Arnold Group
• Review of fireworks policy
• Letters of support for KDOT grant applications for McPherson County Council on Aging and MCDS

The Board of County Commissioners approved a $184,000 county match for a culvert extension project on 27th Avenue. They also approved resolutions for county fund depositories, the 2024 holiday schedule, and the official county newspaper. The board approved a preliminary plan for the County Building remodel and authorized legal services for conflict-of-interest cases.

• Approved $184,000 county match for 27th Avenue culvert extension (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-20 designating county fund depositories (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-21 for 2024 County Holiday Schedule (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-22 designating McPherson Sentinel as official newspaper (all aye)
• Approved legal services contract for conflict-of-interest cases (all aye)
• Approved Fuqua Construction preliminary plan for County Building remodel (all aye)
• Approved advertisement for Maintenance Worker vacancy; postponed Surveyor decision (all aye)
• Consensus reached to delay decision on TAG HR Classification Study proposal

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss non-elected personnel matters across three departments. The meeting also includes a payment application for McPherson RWD #1 from Ranson Financial Group LLC.

• McPherson RWD #1 Payment Application - CDGB
• Non-elected personnel discussion with Corrections
• Non-elected personnel discussion with Emergency Management/Communications
• Non-elected personnel discussion with Public Works
• Cereal Malt Beverage Notice to Township (2)

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners approved a $305,275.75 payment estimate to APAC for the McPherson RWD #1 project funded by CDBG. The board also unanimously approved multiple personnel actions, including promotions for two corrections officers and hires for two communications technicians. Additionally, the board approved notices for cereal malt beverage sales at two golf courses.

• Approved APAC pay estimate of $305,275.75 for McPherson RWD #1 CDBG project (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Officer Crista Taylor to Corporal (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Officer Jason Leiker to Corporal (unanimous)
• Approved ending introductory period for Maintenance Worker III Barry Sisson (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Haley Everett as Communications Technician (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Frankie Stevenson as Communications Technician (unanimous)
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage Notices for Lindsborg Golf Course and Rolling Acres Golf Course (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 16, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a rezoning request for an RV storage facility and office. The board will also consider a quote for steel for the Pioneer Rd. bridge project. Other items include personnel matters and advisory board appointments.

• Proposed Rezoning Resolution ZA2023-03 for RV storage facility and office (Applicant: Tim Cheatham)
• Quote for additional flat steel for Pioneer Rd. bridge project west of 27th Avenue
• Prairie View CMHC Advisory Board Committee Member Appointments
• Reimbursement Request from RWD #7 (Saline County)

The Board approved a zoning amendment to change a parcel at 16th Avenue and Mohawk Road to Light Industrial for an RV storage facility. The Commission also authorized payments for a bridge project and water district reimbursements.

• Approved Case ZA2023-03 to rezone parcel from A-2 Agriculture Transition to M-1 Light Industrial (3-0)
• Approved purchase of flat steel from AF Welding & Manufacturing, LLC not to exceed $5,327.30 (3-0)
• Approved $11,975.00 reimbursement to RWD #7 (Saline County) for cellular meter readers (3-0)
• Appointed Chairman Becker as KAC voting delegate, Commissioner O'Dell as first alternate, and Commissioner Kueser as second alternate (3-0)
• Approved appointments of Paulette Hidvegi and Jamie Makatche to Prairie View McPherson CMHC Advisory Committee (3-0)
• Approved accounts payable, encumbrances for Oct 16, and payroll for period ending Oct 14 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from Sept 25 and Oct 9 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review two land-use requests. These include a rezoning for an RV storage facility and a special use resolution for a police equipment building.

• Proposed Rezoning Resolution ZA2023-03 for an RV storage facility and office (Applicant: Tim Cheatham)
• Proposed Special Use Resolution SU2023-02 for a McPherson Police Department equipment storage building at an existing shooting range
• Fire District #4 Reimbursement

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 2023-18 for a McPherson Police Department equipment storage building at an existing shooting range and postponed a rezoning request for an RV storage facility until October 16, 2023. The board also authorized $50,000 in reimbursements for Fire Districts #4 and #8, appointed a new member to the Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals, and approved a letter of support for a KDOT transportation grant application.

• Postponed rezoning resolution ZA2023-03 until October 16, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-18 for McPherson Police Department equipment storage building (2-0)
• Approved $50,000 reimbursement from county funds to Fire District #4 (2-0)
• Approved $50,000 reimbursement from county funds to Fire District #8 (2-0)
• Appointed Shelby Shaw to the Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals (2-0)
• Approved Chairman to sign Letter of Support to KDOT for Disability Supports of the Great Plains application (2-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss personnel matters and infrastructure updates. The meeting includes reviews of IT equipment and public works rentals.

• Courthouse Server Replacement
• Rental of a scraper from Foley Equipment for project west of 27th and Pawnee Rd.
• Memorandum of Agreement for Consultant with County Appraiser
• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll
• Approval of Adds and Abates

The Board of County Commissioners approved the purchase of a new courthouse server and the rental of a scraper for a public works project. The board also authorized personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and Emergency Management department, and approved routine financial claims and payroll.

• Approved agenda as amended (2-0)
• Approved hiring Charles Philbrick as Correctional Officer (2-0)
• Approved end of introductory period for Maria Rebelledo (2-0)
• Approved $114,129.82 for courthouse server replacement (2-0)
• Approved rental of scraper from Foley Equipment (2-0)
• Approved checks, claims, and payroll (2-0)
• Approved adds and abates for September 29, 2023 (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss approvals for concrete blocks and flat steel for the Pioneer Road project. The meeting includes a resolution for a commercial tractor and trailer yard special use and a review of FY2023 Community Corrections reports.

• Resolution for Special Use: Commercial Tractor & Trailer Yard
• Purchase of concrete blocks for the Pioneer Road Project
• Quote for flat steel for the headwall and rail tank car connection on the Pioneer Road Project West of 27th Avenue
• FY2023 Community Corrections Year and Outcome Reports
• Empire Township Board Member Recommendation

The Board approved a 4% cost-of-living wage increase and one-time holiday gifts for employees. Other actions included appointing a township board member and correcting a zoning resolution for a tractor and trailer yard.

• Approved 4% COLA increase for all County employees effective Nov 26, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved one-time holiday gifts of $250 for full-time and $150 for part-time employees (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-17 to remove 'Campground' from a Commercial Tractor & Trailer Yard use case (3-0)
• Appointed Mark Hoppes to Empire Township Board as Treasurer (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 10% wage increase for four Juvenile Intake Workers (3-0)
• Approved concrete block purchase for Pioneer Road project up to $14,195.00 (3-0)
• Approved flat steel purchase from AF Welding & Manufacturing L.L.C. up to $5,327.30 (3-0)
• Approved hiring Tim Schmit as Part-time Seasonal Mowing Operator (3-0)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals will review a rezoning request and a special use case for the McPherson City Police. The board will also discuss changes to public notification areas and a property line setback variance.

• ZA23-03: Rezoning request from A-2 to M-1 at the NE Corner of 16th Ave and Mohawk
• SU23-02: Special Use Case for McPherson City Police at 1486 17th Ave
• VAR23-01: Property Line Setback Variance
• Proposed change to Public Notification Area from at least 2,640 feet to at least 1,000 feet
• Annual review of Zoning Regulations (Article 11 105)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel matters and various department reports. Key items include a proposed resolution for a permit moratorium and the approval of checks, claims, and payroll.

• Resolution for moratorium on conditional use and sign permits
• Chemical purchase for 2023 fall weed control
• City of Moundridge ARPA Funds Documentation
• CDDO Fourth Amendment Agreement
• Cell phone reimbursement requests for the Sheriff's office

The Board approved a moratorium on conditional use and sign permits until new zoning regulations are adopted. Other actions included authorizing ARPA funds for the City of Moundridge and approving chemical purchases for weed control.

• Approved Resolution 2023-16 creating a moratorium on conditional use and sign permits (3-0)
• Authorized up to $172,691.74 in ARPA funds to City of Moundridge for ambulance purchases (3-0)
• Approved weed control chemical purchases from Nutrien Solutions (max $16,920.00) and Van Diest Supply (max $30,221.05) (3-0)
• Approved Rolling Acres Golf Course water pumping rate increase to 14-acre feet (3-0)
• Approved hiring Rebecca Blasi as Clerk (8A) for Register of Deeds (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Martha Nelson and Tanaka Huff to CMHC Advisory Committee (3-0)
• Accepted resignation of Arlyn Nightengale from Empire Township Board (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Decided employee and County health insurance premium contributions will remain the same as 2023 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss personnel matters and department updates. The meeting includes reviews of a zoning amendment for RMR Enterprises LLC and a request for a metal building in Jackson Township. The County Appraiser will also present 2022 Real Estate Appraisal/Sales Ratio study results.

• Special Use Case 2023-01: request to construct a metal building in Jackson Township
• Zoning Amendment 2023-01: classification change for RMR Enterprises LLC
• 2022 Real Estate Appraisal/Sales Ratio study results
• Approval of quotes for various tires
• CKRSWA Annual Plan Approval

The Board approved a zoning classification change for RMR Enterprises and a special use request for a Jackson Township building. They also authorized several personnel promotions and a contract for fleet tires. A request regarding water well use was tabled.

• Approved Resolution 2023-14 for Jackson Township to build a 42’ x 60’ equipment and storage building (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-15 to change 5.18 acres from A-2 Agriculture Transition to B-2 Highway Business District for RMR Enterprises (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved purchase of fleet tires and tracks from Smoky Valley Tire not to exceed $24,342.00 (3-0)
• Approved 5-year Solid Waste Management Plan (3-0)
• Approved Class A Club License for McPherson Country Club (3-0)
• Approved promotion of Kalin Jackson to Deputy Sergeant (3-0)
• Approved promotion of Bailey McClure to Clerk II (3-0)
• Tabled water well application for Rolling Acres Golf Course

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2024 Fire District budgets and discuss a resolution for a commercial solar energy moratorium. The body will also review budget amendments for community corrections and a stormwater management policy.

• Public hearing for 2024 Fire District budgets
• Resolution for Moratorium on Commercial Solar Energy
• FY 2024 Adult & Juvenile Carryover Budgets and Budget Amendment
• MOU with Kansas Dept. of Parks and Wildlife for structure replacement on Pioneer Rd.
• Stormwater Management Policy approval

The Board approved an indefinite moratorium on commercial solar energy permits and adopted a countywide storm water management policy. They also approved 2024 budgets for three fire districts and authorized a structure replacement project on Pioneer Road.

• Approved Resolution 2023-12 to continue moratorium on commercial solar energy permits (3-0)
• Adopted 2024 Budgets and approved Resolutions to exceed Revenue Neutral Rates for Fire Districts #2, #4, and #10 (3-0)
• Approved Moundridge City Resolution 2023-11 for land annexation by Moundridge Manor, LLC (3-0)
• Approved Adult ($127,538.93) and Juvenile ($14,904.34) FY 2024 carryover budgets and a $20,698.52 juvenile budget amendment (3-0)
• Approved MOU with KS Dept. of Parks and Wildlife for Pioneer Rd. structure replacement with 50% reimbursement up to $161,966.00 (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-13 for the Countywide Storm Water Policy (3-0)
• Approved $3,957.00 purchase of two culvert pipes for Navajo Road from Frank Black Pipe and Supply (3-0)
• Approved Personnel Change Notices for Connor Davis, Kellie May, and the hiring of Lamont Turcotte (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review routine administrative approvals and personnel matters. The agenda includes a discussion on a disaster declaration and non-elected personnel for the Sheriff's office.

• Disaster declaration discussion with Julie McClure
• Non-elected personnel discussion with Sheriff Jerry Montagne
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll
• Approval of adds and abates

The Board of County Commissioners approved a disaster declaration for damages caused by storms on August 5, 2023. The board also approved the hiring of a new correctional officer and processed routine payroll and accounts payable.

• Approved McPherson County Disaster Declaration for August 5, 2023 storms (All aye)
• Approved hiring Cheyenne Ratley as Correctional Officer effective September 4, 2023 (All aye)
• Approved accounts payables, encumbrances, reissued checks, and payroll (All aye)
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes (All aye)
• Approved August 21, 2023 agenda (All aye)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals will review a rezoning request and a special use case. The Zoning Administrator will also report on fee schedule changes and a subdivision moratorium extension.

• RMR Enterprises LLC request to rezone from A-2 to B-2
• Jackson Township Special Use Case at Kiowa and 9th Ave
• Fee Schedule changes effective September 1, 2023
• Subdivision Moratorium extension through January 8, 2024
• Proposed change to Public Notification Area from at least 2,640 feet to at least 1,000 feet

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a hearing for the 2024 County Budget. The meeting includes discussions on corrections generator repairs and reinforced concrete pipe purchases.

• 2024 County Budget Hearing
• Repairs to generator for Corrections
• Purchase of reinforced concrete pipe
• Request for out of state travel and training for Emergency Management/Communications
• Work sessions regarding County Building, LEC Building, and Public Works Office

The Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing and adopted the 2024 County Budget with total expenditures of $30,640,439. The board also approved several personnel actions and a public works purchase. A request for generator repairs was tabled to obtain replacement quotes.

• Adopted 2024 Budget with total expenditures of $30,640,439 (All voted aye)
• Approved $4,017.40 quote from McPherson Concrete Companies for pipe on Navajo Rd (All voted aye)
• Approved $1,653.00 travel allowance for Communications Tech Tiannah McGill (All voted aye)
• Approved hiring Hannah Trimble as Communications Tech (All voted aye)
• Nominated Chairman Keith Becker for KCAMP Board of Trustees (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved payment to State Treasurer’s Office for unclaimed funds (All voted aye)
• Tabled LEC generator repairs to obtain replacement quotes
• Approved July 31 and August 7, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a road vacation case and the installation of ADA automatic door openers. The meeting also includes reviews of personnel and public works quotes.

• Road Vacation Case #RV23-01 Galva Industrial Park, Utility Easement
• Purchase and installation of ADA automatic door openers at County Building
• Quote from Concrete Accessories for reinforcing steel

The Board approved several personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and Treasurer's office. They authorized expenditures for ADA door openers, reinforcing steel, and vehicle repairs. A resolution for a utility easement vacation at Galva Industrial Park was adopted.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-11 for Galva Industrial Park utility easement vacation
• Approved purchase and installation of two ADA door openers by EDAD Door Service not to exceed $3,925.00 each
• Approved quote from M6 Concrete Accessories for reinforcing steel not to exceed $5,244.00
• Approved repairs to pick-up truck #12 by Midway Motors not to exceed $3,448.16
• Approved promotion of Jeffrey Schmidt to Detective
• Approved hiring of Aaron Webb (Deputy Sheriff), Arianna Hayes (Correctional Officer), and Tobias Johnson (Correctional Officer)
• Approved ending introductory periods for Danielle Meier and Kaila Barker
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for Janice Vint in Crestwood Memorial Park

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hear quarterly reports from three local hospitals and updates from McPherson EMS. The body will also consider a new fee schedule for zoning and subdivision proceedings and several public works equipment quotes.

• Resolution for a fee schedule for zoning and subdivisions regulations proceedings
• Quote for additional asphalt aggregate from APAC
• Quote from Truck Center Co. for Atlas Tire repair equipment
• Quote from Concrete accessories for reinforcing steel
• Appointment to the Castle Township Board

The Board approved Resolution 2023-10 establishing a fee schedule for zoning and subdivision proceedings. They also authorized purchases for asphalt aggregate and tire repair equipment. Additionally, the Board filled a township vacancy and approved a staff recruitment request for the Register of Deeds.

• Approved Resolution 2023-10 establishing zoning and subdivision fee schedules (3-0)
• Approved purchase of estimated 1,000 tons of screenings ($26.02/ton) and rocks ($34.70/ton) from APAC-Kansas (3-0)
• Approved purchase of Atlas Platinum Combo Set from Truck Center Co. for $7,344.64 (3-0)
• Accepted resignation of Randall Kaufman and appointment of Mary Bailey as Castle Township Board Treasurer (3-0)
• Approved request to advertise for a full-time Clerk vacancy in the Register of Deeds office (3-0)
• Approved David E. Schmidt for a three-year term as representative to the McPherson Area Solid Waste Utility (3-0)
• Approved proclamation for National Service Dog Month in September 2023 (3-0)
• Approved adds and abates for July 28, 2023 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss various departmental requests, including grant applications and equipment purchases. The agenda includes a road vacation resolution and a city resolution regarding land annexation.

• Payment authorization to RFD #7 for vehicle and fire equipment
• Workforce Development Grant application for the Health Department
• Road Vacation Resolution
• City Resolution 2023-10 regarding land annexation in Moundridge
• MOU with the City of McPherson to share crack filler equipment

The Board approved the annexation of land for Tortilla King and authorized several public works expenditures, including pipe replacement and soil borings. The Board also approved a $50,000 payment to Rural Fire District #7 and a CDC workforce grant for the Health Department.

• Approved $50,000 payment to Rural Fire District #7 for vehicle and equipment (All aye)
• Approved $90,820.05 CDC Workforce Development Grant; postponed salary survey approval (All aye)
• Approved GovBuilt software (max $31,101.50) and hardware (max $3,017.28) (All aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-09 for Road Vacation of portions of 6th Avenue and Arapaho Road (All aye)
• Approved City of Moundridge Resolution 2023-10 for land annexation and industrial zoning for Tortilla King (All aye)
• Approved MOU with City of McPherson to share crack filler equipment (All aye)
• Approved $17,224.88 for concrete pipe on Arapaho Road (All aye)
• Approved estimated $8,939.00 for GSI Engineering soil borings at Mohawk Road bridge (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a resolution to extend a moratorium on residential subdivision applications. The meeting includes reviews of non-elected personnel and public works procurement.

• Resolution to extend moratorium on residential subdivision applications
• Purchase of RCP for Navajo Rd. 0.3 miles east of 9th Ave.
• Subscription renewal for Civil 3D Software
• CDBG HUD disclosure form for Water Project
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll

The Board approved Resolution 2023-08 to extend the moratorium on residential subdivision applications until at least January 8, 2024. The commission also approved several personnel hires and infrastructure purchases for Public Works.

• Approved Resolution 2023-08 to extend residential subdivision application moratorium until Jan 8, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved promotion of Deputy Jacob Willems to Sergeant (All voted aye)
• Approved hiring of Caitlin Arvin as Communications Technician (All voted aye)
• Approved hiring of Tyler Fix as Chief Deputy Attorney (All voted aye)
• Approved $7,905.00 for Autodesk software subscription renewals (All voted aye)
• Approved $7,465.04 for reinforced concrete pipe for Navajo Road (All voted aye)
• Approved HUD-2880 Disclosure Form for CDBG McPherson RWD #1 Water Project (All voted aye)
• Approved adds and abates for July 14, 2023 (All voted aye)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals will meet to discuss a utility easement vacation for Galva Industrial Park. The board is also considering changing its meeting dates to the third Tuesday of the month. The Zoning Administrator will lead a discussion on stormwater and coordination with Public Works.

• Galva Industrial Park Utility Easement Vacation
• Proposed meeting date change to the third Tuesday of the month
• Nomination and election of Board Secretary
• Stormwater discussion regarding Public Works coordination
• Establishment of Subdivision Review Subcommittee members

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and adds and abates. The session includes updates on non-elected personnel from the Sheriff and Emergency Management, as well as a report on the County Health Department HVAC.

• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll
• Approval of Adds and Abates
• Sheriff Jerry Montagne: Non-Elected Personnel
• Julie McClure: Non-Elected Personnel
• Joshua Pimentel: County Health Department HVAC

The Board approved a contract with Jim’s Plumbing to replace an outdated HVAC system on the first floor of the Health Department. They also approved several personnel changes and routine financial claims.

• Approved HVAC purchase from Jim’s Plumbing not to exceed $9,983.78 (All aye)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice to end introductory period for Road Deputy Kaleb Speilman (All aye)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice to end introductory period for Road Deputy David King (All aye)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice to hire Monique Peagues as Communications Tech (All aye)
• Approved checks, claims, witness checks, voided/reissued check, and encumbrances for July 10, 2023 (All aye)
• Approved payroll for pay period ending July 8, 2023 (All aye)
• Approved abates for July 7, 2023 (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss non-elected personnel matters across multiple departments. The meeting includes a funding request for county records retention and a grant application for the US Department of Transportation.

• 2024 funding request for County records retention and assistance
• Purchase of mower blades
• Letter of Support for Safe Streets for all (SS4A) US Dept of Transportation Grant
• Non-elected personnel discussions for Clerk, Emergency Management, County Attorney, and Health Department

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review requests for new vehicles and facility upgrades. The meeting includes discussions on filling vacant positions in Public Works and a project regarding Pawnee Road.

• Pawnee Road overlay project discussion
• Purchase of 2024 Diesel Pickup for Noxious Weed Director
• Replacement furnace and air conditioning unit from Jim’s Plumbing & Heating
• Request to purchase agency vehicle for Community Corrections
• Requests to fill vacant FT Engineering Tech and PT Mowing positions

The Board approved the purchase of two vehicles and new office furniture. They also authorized a new HVAC unit for the Noxious Weed Department and approved several personnel hires and job advertisements.

• Approved hiring Stephanie Kinsley as a certified Deputy (All aye)
• Approved $5,478.00 for Deputy office furniture from Office Furniture 2 Go (All aye)
• Approved $6,940.46 for a new HVAC unit from Jim's Plumbing & Heating (All aye)
• Approved $57,310.00 for a 2024 3/4 ton diesel pickup from Midway Motors (All aye)
• Approved $25,984.00 for a 2023 Chevy Trailblazer from Midway Motors (All aye)
• Approved request to advertise for an Engineering Tech (All aye)
• Approved request to advertise for a Part-time Mower Operator (All aye)
• Approved adds and abates for June 16, 2023 (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss personnel matters and various purchase requests. The meeting includes budget presentations and requests for grant signatures and property leases.

• Request from Whiskey Wagon owner Cord Nestor to sell alcoholic beverages at 4-H grounds/event
• Request from Public Works Director Tom Kramer to purchase a utility trailer and AASHTOW Bridge Design/Rating software
• Agency property lease at 133 East 6th, Newton, KS
• Four grant applications for Harvey/McPherson County Community Corrections
• Moundridge City request for purchases with ARPA funds

The Board approved the purchase of a utility trailer and bridge design software. They also approved the end of introductory periods for three sheriff's department employees and a cell phone allowance for a maintenance worker.

• Approved end of introductory period for Deputy Brandon Lawson-Archuleta (All aye)
• Approved end of introductory period for Captain Jordan Baxter (All aye)
• Approved end of introductory period for Sergeant Jeffrey Schmidt (All aye)
• Approved purchase of utility trailer from K&K Trailer Sales LLC not to exceed $3,999.00 (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved purchase of bridge design/rating software not to exceed $6,200.00 (All aye)
• Approved $8.00 per pay period cell phone allowance for Noah Schroeder (All aye)
• Approved June 5, 2023 minutes (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and personnel matters. The agenda includes discussions on lighting for the 4-H building and equipment needs for Public Works.

• Personnel discussions for Appraiser and County Attorney
• 4-H building large room fluorescent lighting project
• Repairs to skid steer #65
• Utility trailer purchase

The Board approved hiring two correctional officers and funded an LED lighting upgrade for the 4-H Building. The Board also approved various payroll and tax distribution checks. A request for a utility trailer was postponed pending more bids.

• Approved hiring Shaylyn Grant as Correctional Officer (All aye)
• Approved hiring Adam Gingrich as Correctional Officer (All aye)
• Approved LED lighting project at 4-H Building by Johnson Electric Contracting, LLC not to exceed $3,730 (All aye)
• Approved checks, claims, election checks, voided checks, tax distribution, and payroll for June 5, 2023 (All aye)
• Approved ending introductory period for Justin Goetz, Maintenance Worker III (All aye)
• Directed Public Works Director to submit insurance claim for skid steer #65 repairs
• Postponed purchase of utility trailer for traffic cones to obtain additional bids

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold budget presentations for the County Appraiser and other departments for 2024. The meeting includes reviews of personnel requests and roadway maintenance bids.

• Award bids for 2023 Roadway Maintenance Materials (Traffic Striping Paint & Beads)
• Request for a Public Works department credit card with a $12,000 credit limit
• Estimate for signs at road crossings for the Meadowlark Trail
• Request for payment to Rice County RWD #1
• Approval to purchase bits and blocks for the reclaimer

The Board approved several Public Works purchases, including traffic paint and equipment for a reclaimer. They authorized the hiring of a Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator and approved travel and personnel changes for emergency management and the sheriff's office.

• Approved hiring Jon Kinsey as Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator (All aye)
• Approved traffic striping paint from Allstates Coatings and glass beads from McConnell & Assoc. (All aye)
• Approved up to $3,831.12 plus labor for 24 Meadowlark Trail signs (All aye)
• Approved $12,000 credit limit for Public Works department credit card (All aye)
• Approved $4,558.74 purchase of bits and blocks for #75 Cat Reclaimer (All aye)
• Authorized $48,509.00 disbursement to RWD #1 Rice County for a vehicle (All aye)
• Approved $3,200.00 payment to Easy Way Painting for 4H Fair Grounds roof projects (All aye)
• Tabled decision to fill Tech III vacancy until next work session

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, checks, and claims. The agenda includes a discussion on a contract adjustment for Hutton and a vote canvass report from the Deputy County Clerk.

• Hutton Contract Adjustment
• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll
• Approval of Adds and Abates
• Vote Canvass report from Deputy County Clerk Colleen Yarosh

The Board certified the final vote count for the May 9, 2023 USD #418 Special Bond Election. They also approved a contract adjustment for County Building improvements and authorized the hiring of two temporary staff members.

• Approved 31 of 38 provisional ballots for USD #418 Special Bond Election (All aye)
• Approved checks, claims, encumbrances, and payroll for period ending May 13, 2023 (All aye)
• Approved abates for May 12, 2023 (All aye)
• Approved hiring Chanda Avery and Michele Hett as Part-time Temporary Title Approvers (All aye)
• Approved Hutton Corporation contract adjustment not to exceed $16,300 for motorized shades and column covers (All aye)
• Authorized offer for vacant PZE Administrator position to a recently interviewed applicant (All aye)
• Certified and signed the canvas of votes for May 9, 2023 USD #418 Special Bond Election (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review payroll, claims, and personnel matters. The agenda includes a request from the City of Canton regarding its Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) and a right-of-way purchase for the KDOT HRRR project.

• Purchase of right-of-way for 27th Ave. KDOT HRRR project
• City of Canton request for ETJ
• County reimbursement request to McPherson County RFD #1 Ambulance
• KDOC FY22 Unexpended Funds Award
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll

The board approved a $132,597.95 final reimbursement to McPherson County RFD #1 Ambulance, authorized up to $8,265 for seven bulletproof vests (reduced by $3,625 pending grant approval), and approved a $32,692 right-of-way purchase for the 27th Avenue KDOT HRRR project. They also approved a $29,834.12 grant budget amendment for Community Corrections, a right-of-way agreement with Kansas Gas Service for up to $8,555, and began the process for the City of Canton to form an extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). A bridge gate issue at Pioneer Road and 27th Avenue was discussed but tabled pending legal advice.

• Approved $132,597.95 final reimbursement to McPherson County RFD #1 Ambulance (unanimous)
• Approved up to $8,265 for seven bulletproof vests from ABM Supply, LLC, reduced by $3,625 pending grant approval (unanimous)
• Approved $29,834.12 quarterly grant budget amendment for Community Corrections FY 2023 Adult Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $32,692 right-of-way purchase for 27th Avenue KDOT HRRR project (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way agreement with Kansas Gas Service for up to $8,555 (unanimous)
• Approved City of Canton request to begin ETJ process granting Subdivision Authority for one-mile area (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes: end of introduction period for Darren Moore, hire Jordan Nolte and Daryl Otte (all unanimous)
• Tabled bridge gate replacement at Pioneer Road and 27th Avenue pending legal counsel advice

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review personnel matters and financial approvals. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the closure of a low water bridge on Pioneer Road west of 27th Ave.

• Discussion on closing the low water bridge on Pioneer Road west of 27th Ave.
• County Health Department uncollectible debt write-off
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll
• Approval of adds and abates
• Proclamation for National Library Week

The Board approved several personnel changes, a debt write-off for the Health Department, and a mortgage release for a rehabilitation grant home. Commissioners also reached a consensus to recover previously committed funds from the McPherson Housing Coalition Inc. following the organization's receipt of grant funding.

• Approved ending introductory period for Under Sheriff Bergstrom (All aye)
• Approved writing off uncollectible health department debt up to $838.39 (All aye)
• Approved proclamation for National Library Week (All aye)
• Approved promotion of Barry Sisson to Maintenance Worker III (All aye)
• Approved change of Cassidy Church from full-time to part-time (All aye)
• Approved Release of Mortgage for HOME Investment Partnership Program home in Canton (All aye)
• Consensus to request back full funding allotment previously committed to McPherson Housing Coalition Inc.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a preliminary agreement for architectural and engineering work for the County Building. The meeting includes discussions on a CDBG contract for McPherson RWD #1 and cost estimates for structures on Winchester Road.

• Preliminary Agreement for architectural and engineering work for County Building with Fuqua Construction, Inc
• Contract for CDBG for McPherson RWD #1 Project with Ranson Financial Group, LLC
• Cost estimates for structures on Winchester Road
• City of Galva request for ETJ
• Bid advertisement for 2023 Traffic Paint & Beads

The Board approved a bid for the McPherson RWD #1 Water System Improvement Project and authorized preliminary design services for the County Building remodel. Other actions included approving a City of Galva ETJ ordinance and various personnel changes.

• Approved APAC bid for McPherson RWD #1 Water System Improvement Project not to exceed $1,160,955.00 (All aye)
• Approved Fuqua Construction, Inc. proposal for County Building remodel design not to exceed $15,000 (All aye)
• Approved City of Galva request to implement an ETJ ordinance for subdivisions (All aye)
• Approved two culvert replacements on Winchester Road not to exceed $11,576.01 per structure, cost-shared with Saline County (All aye)
• Approved hiring Ellen Mitchell as Part-time Temporary Assistant County Attorney (All aye)
• Approved resignation of Halene Burklow as PZE Administrator (All aye)
• Approved purchase and use of Cenex Roadmaster XL Diesel Fuel (All aye)
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for Connie Young in the amount of $125.00 (All aye)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting to nominate and vote on the Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The board will also discuss board bylaws, policies, and procedures.

• Nomination and voting on Board Roles (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary)
• Discussion of Board Bylaws, Policies, and Procedures

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and adds and abates. The agenda includes several proclamations and a proposal for cleaning services at Public Works.

• Proposal for cleaning services at Public Works
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll
• Approval of adds and abates
• Proclamation for National County Government Month
• Proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Board approved a cleaning services contract for Public Works and signed three proclamations. Commissioners also reached a consensus to allow individual fire chiefs to declare future burn bans.

• Approved cleaning services bid from We Wash Windows not to exceed $1,276 per month plus $525 first-month cost (All aye)
• Approved proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (All aye)
• Approved proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (All aye)
• Approved proclamation for National County Government Month (All aye)
• Approved checks, claims, re-issued checks, and voided checks for April 10, 2023 (All aye)
• Approved abates for April 7, 2023 (All aye)
• Consensus reached to allow individual fire chiefs to declare future burn bans

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss personnel matters and various infrastructure requests. The meeting includes reviews of flooring for the LEC and hauling rates for oil from the Halstead Plant.

• Request for road closure of 26th Ave. between Navajo Rd. & Overland Rd. by Canton Township Board
• Approval of flooring for LEC
• Approval of hauling rate quote for PG64-22 Oil from Halstead Plant
• Review of quotes for sign shop material
• Fair Housing Month Proclamation for April 2023

The Board approved several infrastructure and personnel requests, including a road closure in Canton Township and flooring for the LEC. They also authorized a $50,000 payment to RFD #6 for equipment and approved multiple public works material quotes.

• Approved $50,000 reimbursement to RFD #6 Roxbury for equipment
• Approved LEC flooring bid from The Finish not to exceed $36,382.76
• Approved $22,424.20 quote from J&A for sign shop materials
• Approved road closure of 26th Ave between Navajo Rd and Overland Rd
• Approved AC oil PG64-22 freight purchase from Munds Energy
• Approved hiring Elizabeth Hornberger as Part-time On-call Juvenile Intake Worker
• Approved ending introductory status for Cody Cruise, ISO I
• Approved April 2023 National Fair Housing Month Proclamation

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review personnel matters and various department requests. The meeting includes discussions on road infrastructure and the purchase of chemicals and asphalt oils.

• Proposed closure of low water bridge on Pioneer Rd. west of 27th Ave.
• Proposed closure of two structures on Winchester Rd. between 29th and 30th Ave.
• Approval of bids for 2023 season asphalt oils
• Chemical purchase for Noxious Weed Director
• Lindsborg CVB lighting project

The Board approved the permanent closure of a low water bridge on Pioneer Road and authorized over $57,000 for weed control chemicals. Other actions included approving a lighting project for the Valkommen Bridge and purchasing rye grass for erosion control.

• Approved permanent closure of low water bridge on Pioneer Road west of 27th Avenue
• Approved weed control chemical purchases from Van Diest Supply (max $50,118.08) and Sims Fertilizer & Chemical (max $7,560.00)
• Approved $13,000 Valkommen Bridge lighting project and review by County Engineer
• Approved rye grass and fertilizer purchase for Pawnee Road project (max $11,025)
• Approved asphalt oil quotes from Valero and Ergon
• Approved Class A Club License for McPherson Country Club
• Approved Personnel Change Notices for Bailey McClure and Ashlie Stout
• Tabled bridge closures for two structures on Winchester Road

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and personnel matters. The meeting includes requests for equipment and materials for specific road projects.

• Purchase of skid steer mounted post hole digger
• Purchase of seeding and fertilizer for Pawnee Rd. shouldering project
• Purchase of RCPHE pipes for 8th Ave. project

The Board approved the purchase of a post hole digger and RCPHE pipes for the 8th Avenue project. They also approved the Fire District #4 Conway board election results and a personnel change notice. A request for seeding and fertilizer for Pawnee Road was postponed.

• Approved purchase of skid steer mounted post hole digger from Prairieland Partners, LLC not to exceed $5,060.47 (All aye)
• Approved purchase of RCPHE pipes from McPherson Concrete Companies not to exceed $5,926.76 (All aye)
• Approved Fire District #4 Conway board election results (All aye)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice to end introductory period for Cassidy Church (All aye)
• Postponed action on purchase of seeding and fertilizer for Pawnee Road shouldering project
• Approved accounts payable, encumbrances, witness checks, voided check, reissue, tax distribution payments, and payroll (All aye)
• Approved adds and abates for March 17, 2023 (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss extending a moratorium on residential subdivision applications and a proposition regarding the sale of alcoholic liquor. The meeting includes reviews of personnel and county building maintenance contracts.

• Resolution to extend moratorium on residential subdivision applications
• Resolution concerning the sale of alcoholic liquor within McPherson County
• Hutton Contract Adjustment for County Building Windows Project
• Comprehensive Maintenance Agreement with Elevator Solutions
• Eagleview Imagery Presentation by County Appraiser

The Board approved a resolution to place a proposition on the November 2023 ballot regarding the sale of alcoholic liquor. They also extended a moratorium on residential subdivision applications and approved several county building contracts.

• Approved Resolution 2023-07 to put a proposition on the November 2023 ballot regarding alcoholic liquor sales (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06 extending residential subdivision application moratorium until August 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved 3-year EagleView imagery contract with annual payments not to exceed $44,438.00 (3-0)
• Approved $17,787.00 contract adjustment for Hutton Corporation County Building Windows Project (3-0)
• Approved Boesen Plum Elevator Solutions maintenance agreement at $405.00 per month (3-0)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice to end introductory period for Sarah Cowan (3-0)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice for promotion of Kathryn Lamb (3-0)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice for Halene Burklow as Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss purchasing requests for public works equipment and a road vacation resolution. The meeting includes updates from the County Attorney, Appraiser, and Extension Agent.

• Resolution for Road Vacation
• Bids for CAT Dozer
• Bids for replacement truck
• Purchase of bits for motor grader
• Internet WAN quote and MTC Contract

The Board approved several equipment purchases, including a new dump truck and HVAC units for the County Building. They also authorized a road vacation in Jackson Township and approved health department grant applications totaling $119,249.

• Approved Resolution 2023-05 for Road Vacation in Jackson Township (3-0)
• Approved ending introductory period for Field Appraiser Shayla Melroy (3-0)
• Approved SFY 2024 KDHE grant applications totaling $119,249 (3-0)
• Approved MTC internet and WAN contract not to exceed $2,534.80 per month (3-0)
• Approved purchase of motor grader bits from Equipment Blades up to $4,298.38 (3-0)
• Approved Cat dozer repairs by Foley Equipment up to $13,542.80 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement dump truck from Bruckners Truck up to $309,043.22 (3-0)
• Approved replacement of two HVAC rooftop units from Jim’s Plumbing up to $16,982.20 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several department requests, including funding for the McPherson Housing Coalition and equipment bids. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure repairs and personnel matters.

• Bid to replace HVAC unit at the County Building
• Discussion on closing the low water bridge on Pioneer Rd. west of 27th Ave
• Request for funding from the McPherson Housing Coalition
• Request to bid A/C Oil, Tack Oil, and Road Oil for 2023
• Approval to seek bids for a 2023 diesel 3/4 ton pickup

The Board approved funding for a housing coalition and passed a resolution to reduce jail populations related to mental illness. They also authorized several facility repairs, IT upgrades, and personnel appointments.

• Approved $35,000 for McPherson Housing Coalition land purchase (2-1)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 for Stepping Up Initiative (3-0)
• Approved $45,800 for firewall replacements from CDW-G (3-0)
• Approved $12,000 for Law Enforcement Center interior painting (3-0)
• Approved $8,686.78 for County Building HVAC replacement (3-0)
• Approved $8,457.02 for Broom #63 repair parts from Berry Tractor (3-0)
• Appointed Ron Sjogren to Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals (3-0)
• Hired Halene Burklow as P/Z/E Administrator at $30.00 per hour (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding CDBG project performance and review close-out documents. The meeting includes updates from the Sheriff, McPherson Hospital CEO, and STEPMC Director.

• Public hearing for CDBG Project Performance
• Authorization to negotiate easements on 27th Ave
• Request to purchase various tires
• Discussion of repairs for truck No. 35
• Hutton Change Order Request

The Board approved a change order for County Building window shades and authorized several vehicle repairs and tire purchases. The Commission also closed out a CDBG project for a lift station in Roxbury and hired a new Office Deputy.

• Approved hiring Danielle Meier as Office Deputy (All aye)
• Approved Hutton Construction change order for window shades not to exceed $17,787.00 (All aye)
• Approved final $2,000 draw and close-out documents for Roxbury lift station CDBG project (All aye)
• Approved tire purchases from Smoky Valley Tire (max $2,204.00) and T&W Tire (max $5,333.38) (All aye)
• Approved engine repairs for Truck #35 by Foley Cat (All aye)
• Authorized Public Works to negotiate right-of-way easement on 27 Avenue (All aye)
• Approved encumbrances for February 13, 2023 (All aye)
• Approved abates for February 10, 2023 (All aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and tax adds and abates. The session includes reports from the Sheriff and County Treasurer, and a work session at Public Works.

• Approval of quotes to purchase various tires
• Approval of quotes for power broom cores
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll
• Approval of adds and abates

The Board approved contracts with Hutton Construction for courthouse building remediation and a preliminary HVAC systems study. Other actions included personnel hires, the purchase of power broom cores, and the appointment of a representative to the SKCEDD Board.

• Approved courthouse remediation by Hutton Construction not to exceed $315,200 plus $30,000 for contingencies (All aye)
• Approved HVAC systems preliminary study by Hutton Construction not to exceed $33,500 (All aye)
• Approved purchase of power broom cores from United Rotary not to exceed $6,784.56 plus $78.00 shipping (All aye)
• Appointed Chet Lang as the second SKCEDD Board Member (All aye)
• Authorized Public Works to negotiate easements on Cherokee Road east of Inman (All aye)
• Approved hiring Kaila Barker as MVL Clerk (All aye)
• Approved ending introductory period for Road Deputy Caleb Murphy (All aye)
• Postponed approval of quotes for various tires pending additional information

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review requests for public works equipment and repairs. The meeting includes a discussion on a previously tabled resolution regarding a yield sign.

• Request for Asphalt Plant repairs
• Quote for dump body, hydraulics, and plow attachment for a Kenworth truck
• Request to seek bids for a tandem axle dump truck to replace truck No. 27
• Resolution for a "Yield" sign

The Board approved several Public Works requests, including equipment for a Kenworth truck and repairs to the asphalt plant. The Commission also authorized the filling of a vacant Office Deputy position and the installation of yield signs on Quivira Road.

• Approved filling a vacant Full-time Office Deputy position (All voted aye)
• Approved Chairman signature on revised L3Harris cell tower contract (Consensus)
• Approved Resolution 2023-03 to install yield signs at 16th Avenue and Quivira Road (3-0)
• Approved asphalt plant repairs not to exceed $18,954.92 (All voted aye)
• Approved purchase of dump body, hydraulics, and plow for 24 Kenworth truck from Midwest Truck Equipment Inc. for $102,866.00 (All voted aye)
• Approved request to seek bids for a Tandem Axle Dump Truck to replace truck #27 (All voted aye)
• Approved adds and abates for January 27, 2023 (All voted aye)
• Approved January 23, 2023 minutes (All voted aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider approvals for two final plats and several public works purchases. The meeting includes discussions on Rails to Trails and the awarding of a bid for 2023 crushing road materials.

• Final Plat for Aiken Addition
• Final Plat for Nikkel Commerce Park
• Bid award for 2023 Crushing Road Materials (asphalt)
• Purchase of concrete boxes for 4th Ave. & Kiowa Road and 1st Ave. & Pueblo Road
• Write off of uncollectible debt for the Health Department for the quarter ending 12/31/2022

The Board approved several infrastructure purchases, including concrete boxes and asphalt crushing materials. They also signed final plats for two developments in Inman and approved the 2020 financial audit. A request to fill a Sheriff's Office vacancy was delayed.

• Approved $104,800 bid for 2023 Crushing Road Materials to Vogts Crushing L.L.C.
• Approved purchase of concrete boxes not to exceed $91,719.78 from McPherson Concrete Products
• Approved purchase of telespar signposts and anchors not to exceed $19,502.00 from Railroad Yard, Inc.
• Approved final plats for Aiken Addition and Nikkel Commerce Park in Inman
• Approved $6,751 to replace water valves for the Brine Building via McPherson Quality Air
• Approved write-off of $947.44 in uncollectible health department debt
• Approved 2020 County Financial Audit
• Tabled request to fill Administrative Secretary vacancy in the Sheriff's Office

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and official county designations. The session includes reviews of personnel for the Sheriff's office and a quote for the Windom tower.

• Approval of quote for Windom tower
• Resolution for installation of yield signs in New Gottland Township
• Resolution designating the official county newspaper
• Resolution designating depositories for county funds
• RFD #5 Board Member appointment to fill vacancy

The Board approved the construction of a 330-foot cell tower at Windom and a long-term maintenance warranty. The Commission also appointed new board officers and hired two Deputy Sheriffs. A request for yield signs in New Gottland Township was tabled pending a site visit.

• Approved 330’ cell tower at Windom for cost not to exceed $515,370.00 (All aye)
• Approved maintenance warranty for years 4-15 for Canton and Windom locations for $1,062,606.00 (All aye)
• Hired Kaleb Speilman as Deputy Sheriff and approved cell phone allowance (All aye)
• Hired David King as Deputy Sheriff and approved cell phone allowance (All aye)
• Appointed Mike Orpin to fill vacancy on RFD #5 Board, Inman (All aye)
• Approved Resolution #2023-01 designating McPherson Sentinel as Official County Newspaper (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2023-02 designating depositories for County Funds (3-0)
• Tabled installation of yield signs on Quivira Road at 16th Avenue