McPherson County public meetings in 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The board will approve the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, and adds and abates. They will discuss personnel matters, a Whiskey Wagon special event request, a firefighting service agreement, and a proposal to visually shield rooftop HVAC units. Additional items include a vehicle purchase request, 2025 budget amendment proposals, and a purchase of reinforced concrete boxes and related material.

• 2025 budget amendment proposals (presented by County Administration/Finance Manager)
• Purchase of reinforced concrete boxes and material (approval of amended quote)
• Proposal for visual shielding of rooftop HVAC units
• Whiskey Wagon special event request
• Firefighting service agreement

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Commissioners will review routine agenda items such as approvals of the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, and payroll. They will discuss a furniture proposal for the County Building, an event permit request, a vehicle purchase, and several personnel and equipment matters. Additional topics include a turbo purchase for a county truck, vehicle repair and replacement requests, and a discussion on the courthouse roof.

• Furniture proposal for McPherson County Building
• Event permit approval request from Cord Nestor, Whiskey Wagon owner
• Vehicle purchase presentation by Jon Kinsey, Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator
• Purchase of turbo with actuator for equipment #39, 2008 Volvo Semi Truck
• Courthouse roof discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will consider several routine approvals, including agenda, minutes, and payroll items. The planning director will present resolutions to adopt the county's subdivision regulations and its official zoning district map. Additional items include a health department debt write‑off request, a vehicle purchase request, and a request to install a license‑plate reader at 14th Avenue and Mohawk Road.

• Resolution to adopt Subdivision Regulations of McPherson County, Kansas
• Resolution to adopt the official Zoning District Map of McPherson County, Kansas
• Request to approve installation of a license‑plate reader at 14th Avenue and Mohawk Road
• Uncollectible debt write‑off request from the Health Department
• Agency vehicle purchase request from the Health Department

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners approved new subdivision regulations and updated the official zoning district map. They also authorized a license‑plate reader installation, a vehicle purchase, a debt write‑off, a disaster‑emergency proclamation, a road‑worker job posting, and a 2026 beverage‑license for the Lindsborg Golf Course. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved installation of a Flock Safety Camera at 14th Avenue and Mohawk Road (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a pre‑owned 2023 GMC Acadia SLT for up to $27,000 (unanimous)
• Approved write‑off of $715.07 uncollectible health‑department debt (unanimous)
• Approved revised subdivision regulations (Resolution 2025‑24) (unanimous)
• Approved revised zoning regulations and official zoning district map (Resolution 2025‑25) (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation of a State of Local Disaster Emergency for the Dec 2 2025 hazardous spill (unanimous)
• Approved advertisement to fill a vacant Road & Bridge Maintenance Worker position (unanimous)
• Approved signing of the 2026 Cereal Malt Beverage Retail License for Lindsborg Golf Course (unanimous)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The McPherson County Board of Planning, Zoning and Appeals will meet on Dec 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM. The board will review old‑business subcommittee reports on a data center, battery energy storage, hydrogen energy transfer, and commercial race tracks. New business includes a replat application (SUBD-25-0107) for 8th Ave Acres and a cell‑tower permit (SU-25-0103) at the northeast corner of K‑4 and 6th Avenue. A subdivision‑review subcommittee will meet at 6:30 PM to consider sketch plan SUBD-25-0110 for 189 20th Avenue.

• Subcommittee reports: Data Center, Battery Energy Storage, Hydrogen Energy Transfer, Commercial Race Tracks
• SUBD-25-0107 – Final Plat (replat) for 8th Ave Acres
• SU-25-0103 – Cell Tower at K‑4 and 6th Ave (NE corner)
• Subdivision Review Subcommittee: SUBD-25-0110 Sketch Plan for 189 20th Ave

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel matters and approve several equipment purchases. Key items include HVAC replacements and road infrastructure materials.

• Purchase and installation of a new roof top heat exchanger unit
• Purchase of a pipe for Shawnee Road and 10th Avenue
• Purchase of sign material for federally mandated weight limit signs
• HVAC Replacement
• Equipment Removal from County Building Headhouse

The board approved the meeting agenda, prior minutes, and routine financial items. It also approved several purchases and personnel actions, including a heat exchanger for the Law Enforcement Center, pipe for Shawnee Road, weight‑limit sign material, and up to $6,000 for a new HVAC system in the County Building tower. Additionally, the board authorized the removal of third‑party equipment from the tower and hired a law‑student intern for summer 2026.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved November 17 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved checks, claims, payroll for period ending Nov 22 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring law‑student intern for summer 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase/installation of heat exchanger up to $3,397.67 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of pipe for Shawnee Road up to $3,910.77 (unanimous)
• Approved up to $6,000 for new HVAC system in tower (unanimous)
• Approved removal of third‑party equipment from tower (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Commissioners will review and vote on routine approvals such as the agenda, minutes, checks, claims, payroll, and personnel matters. They will discuss a novation agreement with the KAIP McPherson Airport Authority and a memorandum of coverage for county property. Public input will include a request to open provisional ballots from the November 4, 2025 election, a building courtyard and metal‑trim proposal, and approval of a rooftop HVAC replacement quote. The board will also consider an RFP for on‑call professional surveying services and an election vote canvass.

• Novation Agreement - KAIP McPherson Airport Authority
• Request to open and count provisional ballots from November 4, 2025 election
• Discussion of south and east courtyard and exterior metal trim proposal for McPherson County Building
• Approval of quote for replacement of rooftop HVAC unit
• Approval of Request for Proposals for on‑call professional surveying services

The board approved the meeting agenda and authorized opening of 79 provisional ballots with partial approval of 2. It approved a $401,720 contract for five additional exterior projects on the County Building. The commissioners also added Dec 26 2025 as an official paid holiday and approved several personnel actions.

• Approved $401,720 contract for five exterior work items on County Building (unanimous)
• Approved opening and counting of 79 provisional ballots and partial approval of 2 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Emma Shandy as Communications Technician (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Molly Stahl as Communications Technician (unanimous)
• Approved signing of Proof of Loss statement for storm damage (unanimous)
• Approved participation in airport runway repair project via novation agreement (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Daryl Otte to Maintenance Worker III (unanimous)
• Added Dec 26 2025 as an official paid holiday (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Commissioners will review routine agenda items, minutes, and payroll approvals. They will consider several public‑works purchases, including diagnostic equipment, flashing red light units, and reinforced concrete bridge components. The meeting also includes approval of the 2026 Road & Bridge Plan and assistance to New Gottland Township for road engineering work.

• Purchase of new diagnostic equipment for the Public Works shop
• Purchase of flashing red light units
• Purchase of reinforced concrete boxes to replace four bridge structures
• Approval of the 2026 Road & Bridge Plan
• Assistance to New Gottland Township with engineering work on a maintenance road

The board approved a resolution to sell the McKIDS Building at 1106 Hospital Drive to Prairie View, Inc. for $300,000. It also approved the 2026 Road and Bridge Plan, several public‑works purchases, a new personnel hire, and a letter of support for a transportation grant. All motions passed with unanimous aye votes.

• Approved sale of McKIDS Building for $300,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Road & Bridge Plan (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of diagnostic equipment up to $8,057.93 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two flashing red light units up to $5,430.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of reinforced concrete boxes up to $175,092.62 (unanimous)
• Approved opening an Amazon Business Account for Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Darren J. Moore as Maintenance Worker II (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Council on Aging transportation grant (unanimous)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board will vote on adopting the Subdivision Regulations Model Code and the Zoning Regulations Model Code. It will also review the Board calendar for 2026. The Zoning Appeals Board will consider a special‑use request for 2739 5th Ave – Manor and a request to relocate an existing auto‑repair business.

• Adopt Subdivision Regulations Model Code (ZA-25-002)
• Adopt Zoning Regulations Model Code (ZA-25-003)
• Review Board calendar for 2026
• Consider special‑use request CU-25-0107 at 2739 5th Ave – Manor
• Consider relocation request CU-25-0108 for an auto‑repair business

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several routine approvals, including agenda, minutes, payroll, and personnel items. A key item is the approval of an agreement for the Transportation Alternatives project on the Sunflower Santa Fe Trail. Additional topics include a request for generator repairs, IT computer purchases, and a discussion of the county seal design.

• Approval of agreement for Transportation Alternatives project: Sunflower Santa Fe Trail
• Request to approve generator repairs on LEC tow
• Computer purchases for IT department
• Discussion of McPherson County seal design
• Routine approvals of agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, personnel

The Board approved the transportation‑alternatives agreement for the Sunflower Santa Fe Trail. It also authorized several purchases and contract changes, including generator repairs, new computers, a Chevrolet Silverado, and the cancellation of a previously ordered Ford truck. Personnel actions such as ending an introductory period and a promotion were signed, and the County Counselor Agreement was ratified.

• Approved generator repair bid for LEC tower, not to exceed $3,579.73 (all aye)
• Approved purchase of ten Dell computers, not to exceed $10,823.76 (all aye)
• Approved and signed CKC transportation‑alternatives agreement for Sunflower Santa Fe Trail (all aye)
• Approved cancellation of $49,847.00 2025 Ford truck order (all aye)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado, not to exceed $45,190.00 plus $600.00 for spray‑in bed liner (all aye)
• Approved County Counselor Agreement with Karstetter & Bina, L.L.C., effective Nov 3 2025–Dec 31 2027 (all aye)
• Approved PCN ending introductory period for Mr. Benda (all aye)
• Approved PCN promoting Ty Dilbeck to Maintenance Worker II (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners will consider several routine items and a key policy resolution at its October 27, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes approvals of the agenda, minutes, payroll, tax adds and abates, and personnel matters. A resolution to adopt the county’s 2025‑2045 Comprehensive Plan will be presented by the Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator. Additional items include a letter of support for a KDOT public‑transportation grant and a holiday‑schedule resolution.

• Resolution approving the McPherson County Comprehensive Plan 2025‑2045
• Letter of Support for MCDS Application for KDOT Public Transportation Grant
• Resolution – McPherson County 2026 Holiday Schedule
• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll
• Approval of Adds and Abates

The board approved the meeting agenda and minutes, then adopted the McPherson County Kansas Comprehensive Plan for 2025‑2045. They also approved a temporary moratorium on nuclear power system projects through January 21, 2028. Additional actions included approving the 2026 holiday schedule, routine payroll and checks, and a letter of support for a KDOT public‑transportation grant.

• Approved agenda amendment (all aye)
• Adopted Comprehensive Plan 2025‑2045 (Resolution 2025‑20, all aye)
• Approved temporary moratorium on nuclear power projects (Resolution 2025‑21, all aye)
• Approved 2026 County Holiday Schedule (Resolution 2025‑22, all aye)
• Approved checks, claims, construction item and payroll (all aye)
• Approved letter of support for MCDS KDOT public‑transportation grant (all aye)
• Approved personnel changes for Deputy Mark Barnett, Mary Beth Richards, and Nicole Redd (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will consider awarding the 2026 crushing road material contract for asphalt and concrete. They will also receive an update on the County and Regional Solid Waste Management Plan. Additional items include staff allocation for an SRFA grant, a pipe replacement request on Shawnee Rd., and purchase of concrete blocks for a bridge repair.

• Award bid for the 2026 crushing road material (asphalt & concrete)
• County and Regional Solid Waste Management Plan update
• Approval to allocate staff and continue work on SRFA grant
• Request to replace pipe #098240, 500' west of 10th Ave. on Shawnee Rd.
• Approval to purchase concrete blocks to repair Bridge #020255 south of Smoky Valley Rd.

The McPherson County Board approved the agenda, minutes, payroll checks, and solid waste management plans. It also approved four public‑works contracts: a $166,260 bid for asphalt and concrete crushing, staff allocation for the SSFA grant, a $30,630.25 pipe replacement on Shawnee Road, and a $4,375 purchase of concrete blocks for Bridge #020255. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved minutes from October 6, 2025 (all voted aye)
• Approved checks, claims, and payroll for October 20, 2025 (all voted aye)
• Approved County and Regional Solid Waste Management Plans (all voted aye)
• Approved Heartstone Inc. bid for 2026 asphalt & concrete crushing, not to exceed $166,260 (all voted aye)
• Approved allocation of staff to pursue SSFA grant project (all voted aye)
• Approved replacement of pipe #098240 on Shawnee Rd., not to exceed $30,630.25 (all voted aye)
• Approved purchase of 35 concrete blocks for Bridge #020255, not to exceed $4,375 (all voted aye)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The McPherson County Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals will discuss several zoning and subdivision regulation changes. Items include removing the small‑tract subdivision category, updating historical farmstead split rules, and banning future commercial racetracks. The board will also review the Comprehensive Plan with a presentation from Foster and Associates and consider adopting a related resolution. Additional items involve a proposed minimum lot size of 300 ft width and 750 ft depth (5.16 acres) and a 50‑ft road frontage requirement for flag lots.

• Remove Small Tract Subdivision (Subdivision Regulation Change ZA-25-002)
• Historical Farmstead Split changes (Zoning Regulation Change ZA-25-003)
• Ban future commercial racetracks (Zoning Regulation Change ZA-25-003)
• Adopt resolution after Comprehensive Plan review by Foster and Associates (ZA-25-001)
• Increase minimum lot size to 300 ft width, 750 ft depth (5.16 acres) and require 50‑ft road frontage on flag lots

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will consider an award of the bid for replacing Bridge #100080 to L&M Contractors, Inc. They will also discuss a purchase request for pipe to replace Bridge #257250 and updates on public works projects. Additional items include routine approvals, personnel matters, and a temporary zoning permit for Haunted Forest in Galva.

• Award bid for replacement of Bridge #100080 to L&M Contractors, Inc.
• Request to purchase pipe to replace Bridge #257250
• Temporary Zoning Permit Application for Haunted Forest, Galva, KS
• Approval of Adds and Abates
• Personnel – Non‑elected positions (2)

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and September 29 minutes. It granted a temporary zoning permit for a haunted forest event at 1935 Highway 56 and applied a $1,000 fee for a zoning violation. The commissioners approved the $974,274.20 bid to replace Bridge #100080, a $10,260 pipe purchase for Bridge #257250, a $3,500 county seal design contract, and several personnel hires. Chairman Becker was appointed as the KCAMP voting delegate with Commissioner Kueser as alternate.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 29 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved temporary zoning permit for 1935 Highway 56 haunted forest event (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 zoning violation fee per Resolution 2025-10 (unanimous)
• Approved L&M Contractors bid to replace Bridge #100080, up to $974,274.20 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of pipe for Bridge #257250, up to $10,260.00 (unanimous)
• Approved BowerComm Inc. county seal design, $3,500.00 (unanimous)
• Appointed Chairman Becker as KCAMP delegate and Commissioner Kueser as alternate (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners will consider routine agenda approvals, personnel matters, and general correspondence. The Sheriff and the Director of Emergency Management will present non‑elected personnel items. The Public Works Director and Fleet Maintenance Foreman will discuss price quotes for pipe projects and request replacement tires for the 2018 Caterpillar Loader (#82).

• Approve agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, personnel, and general correspondence
• Sheriff Jerry Montagne to present non‑elected personnel matters
• Director Emily Yates to present non‑elected personnel matters for Emergency Management/Communications
• Discuss price quotes for pipe projects (Public Works)
• Request replacement tires for the 2018 Caterpillar Loader (#82)

The board approved several personnel changes, including hiring Deputy Sheriff Austin Spencer, promoting Jacob Quested to Shift Supervisor, and hiring MVL Clerk Kylie Simmons. It approved purchases of pipe from McPherson Concrete (up to $19,176.88) and J&J Drainage (up to $35,421.92) for road projects. It approved buying new tires for the 2018 Caterpillar Loader (#82) for up to $6,300.00. The board also approved checks, claims, payroll for the period ending September 27, 2025, and two abates dated September 26, 2025. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved hire of Deputy Sheriff Austin Spencer (PCN) – all voted aye
• Approved promotion of Jacob Quested to Shift Supervisor (PCN) – all voted aye
• Approved purchase of pipe from McPherson Concrete up to $19,176.88 – all voted aye
• Approved purchase of pipe from J&J Drainage up to $35,421.92 – all voted aye
• Approved purchase of tires for 2018 Caterpillar Loader (#82) up to $6,300.00 – all voted aye
• Approved hire of MVL Clerk Kylie Simmons (PCN) – all voted aye
• Approved checks, claims, and payroll for September 29, 2025 – all voted aye
• Approved two abates for September 26, 2025 – all voted aye

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will consider several operational items, including a contract for engineering services to address Bridge #235210 on Pueblo Road. They will also discuss waiving an application fee, purchasing a kitchen range for the county jail, and authorizing an Apple Developer account. Additional agenda items cover routine approvals, personnel matters, and public input.

• Approval of Agreement for Engineering Services for Bridge #235210 on Pueblo Road
• Waiver of Application Fee
• Purchase of failed kitchen range/oven for the jail
• Authorization and signature request for establishing an Apple Developer account
• Discussion of courthouse cleaning bids

The board approved several contracts and personnel actions, including a $16,395 purchase of a replacement kitchen range for the jail and a $5,700 engineering services agreement for Bridge #235210 on Pueblo Road. It also approved a monthly cleaning contract for the courthouse, a promotion for a field appraiser, and an Apple Pay-it account authorization. The request to waive sewer‑connection fees was tabled for further clarification, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved purchase of jail kitchen range/oven up to $16,395 (all aye)
• Approved monthly courthouse cleaning contract up to $2,950 (all aye)
• Approved minutes from September 15, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved tax entity disbursements report for September 22, 2025 (all aye)
• Tabled sewer‑connection fee waiver discussion (consensus to table)
• Approved promotion of Racinda Christiansen to Field Appraiser (10B) effective Sep 28, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved bridge design services contract for $5,700 (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review personnel matters and project updates. The meeting includes a resolution to establish road sign locations and work sessions on boundary line adjustments and the 2025-2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Resolution establishing the location of certain road signs
• Work session on Comprehensive Plan 2025-2045
• Work session on Boundary Line Adjustments
• Discussion regarding the County Seal
• Approval of checks, claims, and payroll

The board unanimously approved the amended agenda, the September 8 minutes, and all outstanding accounts payable and payroll checks. They also approved several personnel changes, a resolution for new yield signs on Frontier Road, the purchase of a rail car with $5,000 for related expenses, the 2026 employee health and dental premium rates, and a county‑wide 3% cost‑of‑living allowance effective October 26, 2025.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable, reissued check, jury checks and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Jeffrey Schmidt to Captain Deputy Sheriff (unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing yield signs on Frontier Road at 29th Ave (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of rail car and additional $5,000 for Bridge #020255 repair (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 employee health and dental premium rate increases (unanimous)
• Approved 3% cost‑of‑living allowance increase for all County employees (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will approve the 2026 final budget and sign contracts for public works projects, including a fleet transmission replacement and construction improvements on Main Street in Galva.

• 2026 Final Budget Hearing
• Contract extension with Knight Trucking
• Main St. construction improvements in Galva
• Purchase materials for low water crossing
• Fleet transmission replacement for semi-truck #36

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 18 and August 25, 2025. They accepted a personnel change for Correctional Officer Tim Berggren and approved the 2026 budgets for Rural Fire Districts 7‑10 and the overall county budget, all exceeding the revenue‑neutral rate. Several contracts were authorized, including a transmission repair, a contract extension with Knight Trucking, and a Main Street construction contract with APAC.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved PCN to end introductory period for Tim Berggren (all voted aye)
• Approved RFD #7 (Moundridge) 2026 budget and resolution (all voted aye)
• Approved McPherson County 2026 budget (all voted aye)
• Approved contract extension with Knight Trucking for aggregates (all voted aye)
• Approved APAC Main Street Galva contract: option #1 up to $316,301.00, option #2 up to $113,911.00, mobilization up to $28,500.00 (all voted aye)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals will discuss zoning changes and a comprehensive plan review. The board is evaluating potential moratoriums on specific energy and data facilities. A subdivision review subcommittee will also examine sketch plans for Nichols Ranch and Mills – Country Acres Replat.

• Proposed ban on Commercial race Tracks
• Proposed moratoriums on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Data Centers/Crypto-mining, and Hydrogen Energy Facilities
• Discussion of Event Center/Subdivision by Katie Krehbiel
• Proposed removal of Small tract subdivision from Subdivision Regulations
• Comprehensive Plan review presentation by Foster and Associates

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of McPherson County Commissioners will meet to review routine administrative approvals and personnel matters. The session includes a bid for 2025 Fall weed control chemicals and a discussion regarding the purchase of a pickup truck.

• Bid for 2025 Fall weed control chemicals
• Discussion of pickup purchase
• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll
• Approval of Adds and Abates

The board approved the agenda and several expenditures, including weed‑control chemicals and a new public‑works truck. It also approved a personnel promotion and abates for August 22, 2025. The meeting was recessed and rescheduled for a building tour on August 29, then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved purchase of weed‑control chemicals: SIMS Fertilizer $5,760.00, Nutrien Solutions $504.00, Van Diest Supply $16,600.50 (all aye)
• Approved abates for August 22, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved promotion of Stanley Lundin to Maintenance Worker II (14C) effective August 31, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved purchase of 2016 Ram 2500 truck from McPherson Car Connection LLC, not to exceed $26,995.00 (all aye)
• Approved recess and reconvening on August 29, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. for building tour (all aye)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Commissioners will consider a resolution placing a temporary moratorium on commercial battery energy storage systems. They will also discuss a bid for a heated sidewalk area at the County Building and review a sales tax resolution. Additional items include routine approvals of agenda, minutes, payroll, and personnel matters.

• Resolution: Temporary moratorium on commercial battery energy storage systems
• Discussion: Bid for heated sidewalk area at the McPherson County Building
• Sales Tax Resolution
• Approval of agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, personnel
• Quarterly report from MIDC Executive Director

The McPherson County Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, minutes, payroll and adds/abates items. It adopted a resolution to place a half‑percent sales tax question on the November 2025 ballot to fund emergency medical services. The Board also approved a temporary moratorium on commercial battery storage, designated a Minimum Maintenance Road, and awarded a $16,908 heated‑sidewalk contract.

• Approved agenda for August 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable, election worker wages, mileage, juror checks and payroll for period ending Aug 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved adds and abates for August 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-16 authorizing a 0.5% sales tax question for EMS funding (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-17 temporary moratorium on commercial battery energy storage systems, ending March 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Board recommendation designating 13th Ave between Pioneer and Pueblo as a Minimum Maintenance Road (Resolution 2025-08) (unanimous)
• Approved heated sidewalk project bid by McPherson Quality Air for $16,908 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold budget hearings for Rural Fire Districts No. 1 through No. 6 and discuss a potential sales tax for ambulance service providers. The meeting includes a vote canvass for the August 5 Moundridge City Council Primary Election.

• Proposed Resolution for Temporary Moratorium on Hydrogen Energy Facilities
• Budget Hearing for Rural Fire Districts No. 1 - No. 6
• Discussion on potential sales tax for ambulance service providers
• Bid for prep and painting of Noxious Weed Dept. building
• Quotes for Jail Tracker Software database licensing and Sophos Subscription License renewal

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The McPherson County Board of Planning, Zoning and Appeals will discuss new Minimum Road Maintenance Resolutions covering several street segments. These resolutions address maintenance standards for 13th Avenue, Overland Road, 12th Avenue, and Pueblo Road. No other new business or appeals are listed for this meeting.

• Minimum Road Maintenance Resolution 2025-08 for 13th Avenue between Pioneer Road and Pueblo Road
• Minimum Road Maintenance Resolution 2025-08 for Overland Road between 12th and 15th Avenue
• Minimum Road Maintenance Resolution 2025-08 for 12th Avenue between Pawnee Road and Overland Road
• Minimum Road Maintenance Resolution 2025-08 for Pueblo Road from 12th Avenue to 13th Avenue

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board will consider a proposal to add a half‑cent sales tax to fund health‑care and ambulance services. Other agenda items include routine approvals (agenda, minutes, payroll), a temporary moratorium on data‑center development, a purchase of a dual transport system for corrections, and a furniture proposal for the county building. Several items will be addressed in executive sessions, including the sale of county property and non‑elected personnel matters.

• ½ cent sales tax increase for health care and ambulance service
• Resolution for a temporary moratorium on data centers
• Purchase of dual transport system for corrections department
• Furniture proposal for McPherson County Building
• Signature on road use permit bond for pipeline repairs

The commissioners unanimously approved the agenda and July 28 minutes. They adopted Resolution 2025-14, creating a temporary moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining in unincorporated McPherson County, with the moratorium end date moved to March 1 2026 and section 3 removed. The board also approved a $3,293.75 purchase of a dual prisoner‑transport system, checks and claims, abates, and authorizations for the Arnold Group services agreement and a $100,000 road‑use permit bond for pipeline repairs. No action was taken on the proposed sales‑tax increase or items discussed in executive session.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 28 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-14 for temporary data‑center moratorium, amended end date to March 1 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase and installation of Durango dual prisoner transport system, up to $3,293.75 (unanimous)
• Approved checks and claims and payroll for pay period ending Aug 2 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved abates for Aug 1 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Arnold Group services agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized $100,000 road‑use permit bond for pipeline repairs (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners will consider routine approvals such as agenda, minutes, checks, claims, payroll, and personnel matters. Public input includes a resolution for a temporary moratorium on commercial battery energy storing systems and a request to write off uncollectable health department debt for Q2 2025. Additional agenda items propose a classification and compensation study, approval of a permit for pipeline repairs on 14th Avenue south of Navajo Road, and purchases of tires and engineering services for bridge inventory.

• Resolution for a temporary moratorium on commercial battery energy storing system (B.E.S.S.)
• Request to write off uncollectable debt for quarter #2 of 2025 from the Health Department
• Classification & Compensation Study Proposal
• Approval of permit for pipeline repairs on portion of 14th Avenue south of Navajo Road
• Purchase of tires for inventory and approval of engineering services agreement for off‑system bridge inventory and appraisal

The Board approved a resolution imposing a temporary moratorium on commercial battery energy storage systems in unincorporated areas, effective until Jan. 1 2028. It also approved a debt write‑off for the health department, a personnel change for the County Appraiser, and several procurement contracts including bridge inspections, tire purchases, a classification study, and a pipeline repair agreement. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 21 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-13 temporary moratorium on commercial battery storage systems (unanimous)
• Approved write‑off of $22.50 to KDRS and removal of $62.50 from KDRS debt (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice ending Stacy Hubbard’s introductory period (unanimous)
• Approved two‑year bridge inspection agreement with Kirkham Michael & Associates, up to $193,200 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of semi tires ($7,123) and trailer tires ($1,026) plus $50 freight (unanimous)
• Approved classification and compensation study with The Arnold Group, up to $60,114 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will first approve routine items such as the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, personnel matters, the FY 2026 Participating CDDO Agreement, and general correspondence. Public input will include a presentation by the airport manager on the KAIP Agreement for a fuel farm design and construction, and brief remarks on non‑elected personnel from the Register of Deeds and County Appraiser. The board will discuss a possible sale of the county‑owned property at 1106 Hospital Drive and consider adding a ½‑cent countywide sales tax to fund five ambulance service providers and mental‑health services. A work session for the Public Works Department will follow.

• Approval of routine agenda items and FY 2026 Participating CDDO Agreement
• KAIP Agreement for design and construction of a fuel farm at McPherson Airport
• Potential sale of county‑owned property at 1106 Hospital Drive
• Proposed ½‑cent countywide sales tax to fund five ambulance providers and mental‑health services
• Work session for the Public Works Department

The commissioners approved the sale of the county-owned property at 1106 Hospital Drive to the McPherson USD 418 Special Education Cooperative for $300,000 with specified payment terms. They also approved the KAIP Agreement for a new airport fuel farm, the FY 2026 Participating CDDO Agreement, and two personnel change notices. An abate for July 18, 2025 was approved, while the request to add a Chief Deputy position was tabled for further discussion. The Enterprise Products pipeline repair agreement was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved PCN to hire Kellie May as Part‑time Administrative Secretary (12A) – all aye
• Approved PCN to hire Hali Rivir Koehn as Field Appraiser in Training (9A) – all aye
• Approved signing of KAIP Agreement for airport fuel farm design and construction – all aye
• Approved FY 2026 Participating CDDO Agreement with Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services – all aye
• Approved abates for July 18, 2025 – all aye
• Approved sale of 1106 Hospital Drive to McPherson USD 418 Special Education Cooperative for $300,000 (terms: $5,000 interest loss, $150,000 down payment, $155,000 due by July 2026) – all aye
• Tabled addition of Chief Deputy position and promotion pending further discussion – consensus to revisit in one week
• Deferred Enterprise Products pipeline repair agreement pending revisions – consensus to return next meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider approvals for the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, personnel matters, and general correspondence. Public input will be taken, followed by a presentation from Emily Yates, Director of Emergency Management/Communications. The meeting will conclude with a budget work session.

• Approval of agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, personnel, and general correspondence
• Public input period
• Presentation by Emily Yates, Director of Emergency Management/Communications
• Budget work session

The commissioners approved the amended agenda and a personnel change notice ending the introductory period for Annah Turner Simon. They voted to table the McPherson Airport KAIP Agreement until the next meeting to clarify cost amounts. The board also approved a five‑minute recess and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved amended agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice for Annah Turner Simon (all voted aye)
• Tabled KAIP Agreement for airport fuel farm pending cost clarification (motion not adopted)
• Approved five‑minute recess (all voted aye)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (all voted aye)

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The McPherson County Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals will discuss public notification of zoning changes slated for September 8, 2025. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes, and a zoning administrator’s report.

• Public notification of zoning changes scheduled for September 8, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, claims, and personnel matters. The board will also discuss a proposal for a structural evaluation of the courthouse and receive updates from the sheriff and planning administrator.

• Approval of payroll, claims, and personnel
• Proposal for Courthouse Structural Evaluation
• Sheriff's report on non-elected personnel
• Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator updates
• Undersheriff's request for vehicle purchase

The board unanimously approved the agenda, a personnel change for Deputy McFall, and July payroll and checks. They also approved the purchase of a 2021 F150 truck for up to $36,300 and a courthouse structural evaluation proposal for up to $4,380. The meeting recessed for ten minutes and then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved Personnel Change Notice ending Deputy McFall's introductory period (all voted aye)
• Approved accounts payable, checks and payroll for July 5 pay period (all voted aye)
• Approved purchase of 2021 F150 truck, not to exceed $36,300 (all voted aye)
• Approved courthouse structural evaluation proposal, not to exceed $4,380 (all voted aye)
• Approved ten‑minute recess (all voted aye)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (all voted aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will first approve routine items such as the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, and personnel matters. Public input will be taken before specific agenda items are addressed. They will consider a re‑appointment resolution for two non‑elected personnel, a request to purchase a replacement agency vehicle, and a proposed resolution amending Resolution 2021‑06 to allow a second residential unit. The meeting will also discuss non‑elected personnel in Public Works.

• Approval of agenda, minutes, checks and claims & payroll, adds and abates, personnel
• Re‑appointment resolution for two non‑elected personnel (County Appraiser)
• Replacement agency vehicle purchase request (Community Corrections)
• Proposed new resolution amending Resolution 2021‑06 for a second residential unit
• Discussion of non‑elected personnel (Public Works Director)

The board approved the meeting agenda, the minutes from June 23, 2025, and several personnel actions including the reappointment of County Appraiser Stacy Hubbard. It authorized the use of unexpended DOC funds to buy two agency vehicles for up to $115,470.77, a new server for up to $11,000, and $30,000 for grant‑program administrative costs. The board adopted a zoning amendment allowing subdivision of the property at 871 Pioneer Road. After a brief recess, the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda amendment (all aye)
• Approved minutes for June 23, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved reappointment of Stacy Hubbard as County Appraiser for 4‑year term (all aye)
• Approved purchase of two Jeep Compass Latitude vehicles up to $34,200 and $36,000 using $115,470.77 unexpended DOC funds (all aye)
• Approved purchase of new server up to $11,000 using unexpended funds (all aye)
• Approved $30,000 for administrative costs and grant program charges (all aye)
• Approved amendment to Resolution 2021‑06 (Resolution 2025‑2012) allowing subdivision of 871 Pioneer Road (all aye)
• Approved promotion of Jordan Nolte to Maintenance Worker III (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve routine items such as the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, and personnel matters. They will hear several 2026 budget presentations, beginning with the McPherson Airport Authority. Additional discussions include antenna repair costs for the Windom radio tower and non‑elected personnel matters.

• Approval of Agenda
• Approval of Minutes
• Discussion of antenna repair costs on the Windom radio tower
• 2026 budget presentation – McPherson Airport Authority
• 2026 budget presentation – IT Department

The board approved the meeting agenda, minutes, checks and claims, and payroll. They also signed an affiliate agreement with Palco, Inc., approved a $4,009.87 paging antenna purchase, promoted Barry Sisson, changed the County Building address to N. Maple Street, and entered an executive session on non‑elected personnel.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved minutes for June 16, 2025 (all voted aye)
• Approved checks and claims and payroll for June 23, 2025 (all voted aye)
• Approved McPherson County CDDO affiliate agreement with Palco, Inc. (all voted aye)
• Approved purchase and installation of paging antenna up to $4,009.87 (all voted aye)
• Approved promotion of Barry Sisson to Maintenance Worker IV (all voted aye)
• Approved change of County Building address to N. Maple Street (all voted aye)
• Approved executive session to discuss non‑elected personnel (all voted aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hear 2026 budget presentations from several departments and agencies. The body will also consider a resolution to establish a fee schedule and approve IT software purchases.

• Resolution establishing a fee schedule
• Purchase of Backup and Disaster recovery Security Software
• Agreement with QLESS for a 3-year subscription
• Discussion of purchasing a cargo trailer for bridge repair equipment
• Selection of official name for the County Building at 122 W Marlin St.

The board approved Resolution #2025‑10 establishing a revised zoning, subdivision and sanitation fee schedule, including higher fees for non‑compliant permits. It also authorized purchases of backup‑disaster recovery software ($1,393.52 per month), a three‑year QLess subscription ($5,490 per year), and a cargo trailer up to $12,700. The commissioners signed KDADS funding forms for the CDDO and officially named the renovated county building “McPherson County Building.” All actions were approved by vote, with one abstention on the trailer purchase.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (all aye)
• Approved and signed Resolution #2025-10 fee schedule (all aye)
• Approved purchase of Eagle Technologies software modules, up to $1,393.52/month (all aye)
• Approved 3‑year QLess subscription, $5,490 per year (all aye)
• Approved purchase of 8.5’x28’ cargo trailer, up to $12,700 (aye by Becker and Kueser, O'Dell abstained)
• Approved signing of KDADS funding forms for CDDO (all aye)
• Approved designation of 122 W. Marlin St. as “McPherson County Building” (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Commissioners will approve routine items such as the agenda, minutes, checks, claims, payroll, and personnel matters. They will discuss resolutions designating sections of 13th Avenue, Overland Road, 12th Avenue, and Pueblo Road as Minimum Maintenance Roads, and review multiple 2026 budget presentations. Additional topics include a proposed computer purchase for Public Works, security cameras for the County Building, and a QLESS system for building access.

• Resolution – Minimum Maintenance Road: section of 13th Avenue
• Resolution – Minimum Maintenance Road: sections of Overland Road, 12th Avenue, and Pueblo Road in New Gottland Township
• Discussion and approval to purchase new computers for the Public Works office
• Security cameras for the County Building
• QLESS system for County Building (IT, Treasurer, Clerk work session)

The commissioners unanimously approved a quote from CDW‑G to buy four external security cameras, one surveillance camera and a viewing station for the County Building, not to exceed $15,879.35. They also approved purchases of new computers for Public Works ($7,442.09) and adopted two resolutions designating sections of 13th Avenue and Overland Road area as Minimum Maintenance Roads. Personnel changes for a Deputy Sheriff hire and a GIS coordinator promotion were approved as well.

• Approved security camera purchase (up to $15,879.35) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of four Dell computers and monitors (up to $7,442.09) – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 2025-08 declaring part of 13th Ave a Minimum Maintenance Road – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 2025-09 declaring sections of Overland Rd, 12th Ave and Pueblo Rd Minimum Maintenance Roads – unanimous
• Approved hire of Deputy Sheriff Samuel Schmidt (PCN) – unanimous
• Approved promotion of GIS & Mapping Coordinator Derek Moos to 23G – unanimous
• Approved agenda for June 9, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved minutes for June 2, 2025 with correction – unanimous

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The McPherson County Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals will meet to consider a zoning request for a boarding or rooming house. The meeting will be held at the Public Works building on June 9, 2025.

• Consideration of CU-2025-0105 for a Lutt Boarding/Rooming House
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Zoning Administrator’s Department Statistics report
• Next meeting scheduled for July 14, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hear budget presentations for the County Clerk, Appraiser, Mapping, and Soil Conservation District. The meeting includes personnel discussions and a review of several subdivision and house moving requests.

• 2026 Budget Presentations: County Clerk, County Appraiser, Mapping, and Soil Conservation District
• Hearings for Case SD-2025-0102 Holm Subdivision, SD-2025-0103 Reifschneider Acres, SD-2025-0104 Nightingale Subdivision, and SD-2025-0105 John's Field Subdivision
• Hearing and Resolution for Case SU2025-0102 Unruh House Moving Request
• Discussion of Enterprise Products pipeline repair on 14th Ave. south of Navajo Rd.
• Approval of Community Corrections agency vehicle purchase

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners adopted the Planning Board's unanimous recommendations and approved the final plats for Cases SD-2025-0105, SU-2025-0102, SD-2025-0104, SD-2025-0102, and SD-2025-0103. All three commissioners voted aye on each motion. The Board noted a 30‑day appeal period for aggrieved parties. No further discussion or objections were recorded.

• Approved final plat for Case SD-2025-0105 (Chairman Becker, Kueser, O'Dell aye)
• Approved special‑use permit and final plat for Case SU-2025-0102 (Chairman Becker, Kueser, O'Dell aye)
• Approved final plat for Case SD-2025-0104 (Chairman Becker, Kueser, O'Dell aye)
• Approved final plat for Case SD-2025-0102 (Chairman Becker, Kueser, O'Dell aye)
• Approved final plat for Case SD-2025-0103 (Chairman Becker, Kueser, O'Dell aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Commissioners will review routine approvals such as the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, and payroll. They will discuss a cell phone allowance request for the Noxious Weed Director and a proposal to install Lektrievers in the County Building. Additional items include a request to sell alcoholic beverages at the McPherson Saddle Club Rodeo, a proposal to annex McPherson City Island, and a discussion of Enterprise pipeline issues near CR 1961 (Old 81) and Navajo Road.

• Cell phone allowance request for Noxious Weed Director
• Proposal for Lektrievers for County Building
• Request to sell alcoholic beverages for McPherson Saddle Club Rodeo
• McPherson City Island annexation
• Discussion of Enterprise pipeline issues near CR 1961 (Old 81) and Navajo Road

The board unanimously approved a cell phone allowance for the new Noxious Weed Director and a quit‑claim deed for Crestwood Memorial Park. Commissioners agreed by consensus to allow island annexations of city gateway signs located outside city limits. Large equipment purchases for the County Clerk and Appraiser offices were approved, as were several personnel and licensing requests.

• Approved $8.00 per pay period cell phone allowance for Noxious Weed Director (unanimous)
• Approved $125.00 quit‑claim deed for Crestwood Memorial Park Garden (unanimous)
• Allowed island annexations for city gateway signs outside city limits (consensus)
• Approved purchase of Megamat Model 125‑1411S for County Clerk ($49,629.57) and Appraiser ($50,277.35) offices (unanimous)
• Approved personnel change to end Tabitha Sander's introductory period effective June 8 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Cord Nestor's request to sell alcoholic beverages at McPherson Saddle Club Rodeo on June 20‑21 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved May 16 2025 abates as presented (unanimous)
• Approved amendment of job description for Office/Field Assistant to Field Appraiser in Training and authorization to advertise the position (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will consider routine agenda items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, and personnel matters. They will address the resignation and appointment of a board member for McPherson County Fire District #5. Presentations will include a 2025 budget overview from the Planning/Zoning/Environment department and a request to purchase a tree grapple for the public works Caterpillar loader. Additional topics include sewer repair updates and non‑elected personnel appointments.

• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll
• Resignation and appointment of Fire District #5 board member
• Purchase request for a new tree grapple for the Caterpillar loader
• 2025 budget presentation by Planning/Zoning/Environment
• Sewer repair update from the Health Department

The commissioners approved several personnel hires, a sewer repair contract, a tree‑grapple purchase, and promotions. They accepted the resignation of Fire District #5 board member Stan Balzer and appointed Scott Neufeldt to the vacancy. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda for May 12, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved minutes for April 28, 2025 and May 5, 2025 (all aye)
• Approved hire of Renee Schowengerdt as temporary part‑time clerk (500 hrs) (all aye)
• Approved hire of Carter Allen as temporary part‑time clerk (500 hrs) (all aye)
• Approved sewer repair by McPherson Quality Air and Plumbing, not to exceed $12,187.49 (all aye)
• Approved appointment of Scott Neufeldt to Fire District #5 board vacancy (all aye)
• Approved purchase of tree grapple from Double L Manufacturing LLC, not to exceed $17,986.89 (all aye)
• Approved promotion of Martin Speer to Maintenance Worker II (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9:00 a.m. to discuss agenda approval, minutes, checks and claims, and personnel matters. Items include a request for funding from the Parks and Recreation budget (CKC) and proposals to purchase a new RAM 5500 crew‑cab flatbed pickup and a 2016 Kenworth W900 semi‑truck. The meeting also covers writing off uncollectible client debt and updates on non‑elected personnel.

• Request for funding from the Parks and Recreation budget – CKC
• Purchase request for a new RAM 5500 crew‑cab flatbed pickup
• Purchase request for a 2016 Kenworth W900 semi‑truck
• Approval to write off uncollectible client debt (Health Department)
• Discussion of non‑elected personnel appointments

The board approved the meeting agenda and entered an executive session on litigation. It approved a $243.12 write‑off of health‑department uncollectible debt, three personnel change notices, and several purchases including a $87,000 Kenworth semi‑truck, a $10,150 flatbed trailer, an $8,240 sewer‑line repair, and a $5,000 contribution for the Meadowlark Trail bridge. All motions were seconded by Chairman Becker and passed unanimously. The meeting recessed and later adjourned.

• Approved agenda amendment (all aye)
• Approved executive session on litigation (all aye, no action taken)
• Approved $243.12 health‑department debt write‑off (all aye)
• Approved PCNs ending introductory periods for three clerks (all aye)
• Approved purchase of new flatbed trailer up to $10,150 (all aye)
• Approved purchase of 2016 Kenworth W900 semi‑truck up to $87,000 (all aye)
• Approved $8,240 repair of collapsed sewer line (all aye)
• Approved $5,000 contribution for Meadowlark Trail bridge planks (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board will discuss and potentially approve several equipment purchases, including a RAM 5500 crew cab pickup truck, a new mowing tractor, and a 15' batwing mower. They will also review award bids for the 2025 traffic paint and beads and discuss the Maxwell State Park Project and its Memorandum of Understanding. Additional agenda items include routine approvals of minutes, checks, payroll, and reports.

• Award bids for the 2025 traffic paint and beads
• Discussion of Maxwell State Park Project and Memorandum of Understanding
• Discussion and approval to purchase a new RAM 5500 crew cab pickup truck
• Discussion and approval to purchase a new mowing tractor
• Discussion and approval to purchase a new 15' batwing mower

The commissioners unanimously approved the opening of nine provisional ballots for the USD 419 Special Bond election and authorized a $118,208.53 Juvenile Collaboration Grant. They also approved several procurement contracts, including paint and traffic‑bead bids, a new RAM 5500 crew cab pickup, a mowing tractor, a batwing mower, and a 4‑H grounds water‑system improvement. Personnel changes for a clerk and the Noxious Weed Department director were approved, and the Final ARPA Report was certified.

• Approved opening and counting of 9 provisional ballots for USD 419 Special Bond election (unanimous)
• Approved $118,208.53 Juvenile Collaboration Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved $52,800 yellow/white striping paint bid and $20,580 traffic bead bid (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of RAM 5500 crew cab pickup truck up to $69,718 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Case IH Maxxum 150 mowing tractor up to $140,608 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Landpride 5715 Flex Wing mower up to $25,459 (unanimous)
• Approved $45,411.92 4‑H grounds water system improvement project (unanimous)
• Approved personnel hires: Sheila Malm clerk (8A) and Michael Benda Noxious Weed Director (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners will consider several agenda items, including the sale of the County Building Infant Toddler Center, a fireworks policy presentation, and requests for employee safety and tool allowances for Public Works. They will also review a CDBG close‑out and project performance hearing, a proposed “Pay It” platform for county offices, and a purchase of a new ½‑ton pickup truck. All items are scheduled as time‑permitted items on the agenda.

• Discussion of County Building Infant Toddler Center Sale
• Fireworks Policy presentation by Planning/Zoning/Environment Administrator
• Request to increase Employee Safety Allowance funds for Public Works
• Request for a Tool Allowance for Public Works Mechanics
• Approval to purchase a new ½ ton pickup truck

The board unanimously approved several items, including the CDBG grant close‑out, updates to the fireworks policy, and multiple public works allowances and purchases. It also authorized hiring a maintenance worker and gave the chairman authority to negotiate the sale of the county’s Infant/Toddler Center building for $300,000 plus half of closing costs. All motions passed with a vote of aye.

• Approved CDBG close‑out documents for $250,000 grant (all aye)
• Updated Fireworks Use and Sales policy dates to June 20–July 7 and added exemption clause (all aye)
• Increased Employee Safety Allowance to $250 per employee (all aye)
• Approved $200 tool allowance for each of four Public Works mechanics (all aye)
• Authorized hire of Brian Hughes as Maintenance Worker, effective April 28 (all aye)
• Approved purchase of Ford F150 XLT Super Crew, not to exceed $49,847 (all aye)
• Approved roof restoration contract with Yutzy Roofing, not to exceed $48,280 (all aye)
• Authorized Chairman to negotiate sale of Infant/Toddler Center building for $300,000 plus 50% closing costs (all aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including a temporary burn ban resolution and a proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. They will discuss and potentially approve the Maxwell State Park Project and its Memorandum of Understanding. Additional topics include a milling overlay on Center Street in Inman and purchases of a pickup truck and a grapple bucket for county use.

• Resolution for a Temporary Burn Ban for McPherson County
• Discussion and approval of Maxwell State Park Project & Memorandum of Understanding
• Discussion of City of Inman milling and overlay on Center Street
• Purchase of a new pickup truck for office personnel
• Purchase of a new grapple bucket for a wheel loader

The board approved a county‑wide burn ban and hired a new correctional officer. It also adopted proclamations for Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and County Government Month, approved a wildlife‑park MOU, and authorized street‑milling work. Accounts payable and payroll for the period were authorized, while several equipment purchases were tabled for further review.

• Approved burn ban resolution (Resolution 2025-05) – all voted aye
• Approved hiring of Dustin Andor as Correctional Officer (PCN 14A) – all voted aye
• Approved proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (April 13‑19, 2025) – all voted aye
• Approved proclamation designating April as National & Kansas County Government Month – all voted aye
• Approved MOU with Kansas Dept. of Wildlife & Parks for Pueblo Road upgrades – all voted aye
• Approved milling and overlay of East Center Street (estimated $53,400‑$61,400) – all voted aye
• Approved accounts payable and payroll for April 14, 2025 (pay period ending April 12) – all voted aye
• Tabled purchase of new pickup truck and grapple bucket pending further information

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals will consider three new subdivision applications and two conditional use requests for second residential units. A joint work session with Foster and Associates will follow to discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• SD-2025-0102 Holm Subdivision
• SD-2025-0103 Reifschneider Acres
• SD-2025-0104 Nightingale Subdivision
• CU-25-0103 Second Residential Unit – Sellberg Family Trust
• CU-25-0104 Second Residential Unit – Delbert and Trina Hunt

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, personnel items, and general correspondence. Commissioners will hear updates from Emergency Management, Planning/Zoning/Environment, the County Building Renovation Project, Public Works, and IT. Topics include a progress report on the County Building Renovation, a discussion of purchasing sign blanks for the sign shop, and the Maxwell State Park Project and its Memorandum of Understanding.

• County Building Renovation Project progress update
• Purchase of sign blanks for the sign shop
• Discussion of Maxwell State Park Project and Memorandum of Understanding
• Non‑elected personnel updates from Emergency Management/Communications, Public Works, and IT
• Department updates from Planning/Zoning/Environment

The Board approved the agenda and minutes for March 24 and March 31, 2025. It approved personnel changes including ending Selina Gensch’s introductory period, hiring Mary Richards, and re‑hiring Tim Schmidt and Keith Neufeld as part‑time seasonal help. The Board also approved a purchase of 250 aluminum sign blanks for up to $3,330, jury checks for April 7, and adds and abates. Executive sessions were held with no actions taken.

• Approved agenda for April 7, 2025 (all voted aye)
• Approved March 24, 2025 minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (Chairman Becker and Commissioner Kueser aye; Commissioner O'Dell abstained)
• Approved PCN ending introductory period for Selina Gensch (all voted aye)
• Approved PCN hiring Mary Richards (all voted aye)
• Approved purchase of 250 aluminum sign blanks up to $3,330 (all voted aye)
• Approved PCNs re‑hiring Tim Schmidt and Keith Neufeld as part‑time seasonal help (all voted aye)
• Approved jury checks for April 7, 2025 (all voted aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board will consider routine approvals such as the agenda, minutes, checks, claims, payroll, adds and abates, and personnel matters. Public input will be taken, followed by presentations on juvenile program grants and appraiser staffing. The Public Works Director will present items to award bids for the 2025 milling projects and for roadway maintenance materials, and to sign a project agreement with KDOT for County Bridge #075010 on Arapaho Rd. An executive session on non‑elected personnel and the Noxious Weed Department will conclude the meeting.

• Award bid for the 2025 Milling Projects
• Award bids for the 2025 Roadway Maintenance Materials (Asphalt Oils)
• Request signature on the Project Agreement with KDOT for County Bridge #075010 on Arapaho Rd.
• KDOT FY2026‑2027 Juvenile Evidence‑Based Programs Grants presentation
• Non‑elected Personnel hiring (PCN to hire) by the County Appraiser

The McPherson County Board approved its agenda, payroll checks, and several personnel changes. It awarded the 2025 milling contract to Dustrol and purchased roadway maintenance materials from Ergon. The board also signed a KDOT bridge improvement agreement for Bridge No. 075010, authorizing up to $950,000 in county‑covered costs. Additional approvals included a minimum‑maintenance road program and advertising for vacant maintenance positions.

• Approved agenda (All voted aye)
• Approved checks and payroll for March 31 2025 (All voted aye)
• Approved hiring of Racinda Christiansen as Field Appraiser in Training (All voted aye)
• Approved award of 2025 Milling Projects bid to Dustrol, up to $303,704.98 (All voted aye)
• Approved purchase of roadway maintenance materials from Ergon, up to $1,554,097.06 (All voted aye)
• Approved signing of KDOT bridge improvement agreement (Bridge 075010), up to $950,000.00 (All voted aye)
• Approved utilization of Minimum Maintenance Road Program on 27th Avenue, up to $50,000.00 (All voted aye)
• Approved advertising for vacant Maintenance Worker and Maintenance Worker/Sign Shop positions (All voted aye)

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Commissioners will approve routine items such as the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, and payroll. They will review personnel matters, a KDOT SS4A program grant agreement, and general correspondence. Specific agenda items include a moratorium resolution concerning racetracks and a City of Galva annexation request. Additional items involve a courthouse door access‑control bid and several public works equipment requests.

• Approval of agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates
• Moratorium resolution – Re: Racetracks
• City of Galva annexation request
• Access control bid for new East and West Courthouse doors
• Purchase of repair parts for the asphalt plant and engine replacements for trucks

The commissioners adopted a resolution creating a moratorium on special use permits for racetracks effective until at least April 1, 2026, and accepted the City of Galva's voluntary annexation of properties adjacent to its limits. They also signed the KDOT SS4A Grant agreement, approved multiple procurement bids for courthouse doors, and authorized several personnel and allowance changes. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved racetrack permit moratorium (Resolution 2025-04) – All voted aye
• Accepted voluntary annexation of Galva properties – All voted aye
• Signed KDOT SS4A Grant agreement (Project C-5304-01) – All voted aye
• Approved bid for courthouse electric strike/keypad up to $6,421.60 – All voted aye
• Approved bid for courthouse glass doors up to $6,882.00 – All voted aye
• Approved PCN ending introductory period for Deputy Mark Barnett – All voted aye
• Approved Reno County Juvenile Detention Center rate increase to $165.00 per day – All voted aye
• Approved adds and abates for March 21, 2025 – All voted aye

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners meeting on March 10, 2025 will consider routine approvals and several specific proposals. Items include approval of the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, and personnel matters. The board will discuss a resolution to appoint an emergency management coordinator, a grant application to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, and a proposal for a Flock Safety security camera system. The meeting also includes discussion of technology revisions and revised bid pricing for the county building renovation project.

• Approval of agenda, minutes, checks and claims, and payroll
• Approval of grant applications to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment for FY 2026 Aid to Local Grants
• Resolution appointing an emergency management coordinator for McPherson County
• Consideration of the Flock Safety security camera system for the Sheriff’s Department
• Technology revisions and revised bid pricing for the County Building Renovation Project

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss funding requests for adult and juvenile community corrections for FY26. The meeting includes reports from planning, zoning, and emergency management. The board will also consider a request for truck tires and skid steer tracks.

• FY26 Adult and Juvenile Comprehensive Plan Grant funding requests
• Request to purchase truck tires and skid steer tracks for Public Works fleet
• FY26 Final Fund Request Workbook for Community Corrections
• Non-elected personnel updates from Planning/Zoning and Emergency Management

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Commissioners will discuss several routine items, including approvals of agenda, minutes, and payroll. They will review a zoning amendment for a flood plain and a resolution updating the fee schedule. A presentation will cover a Neighborhood Revitalization Plan and an interlocal agreement with USD 423. Additional topics include a license‑plate camera system, public‑works equipment requests, and appointments to a regional homeland‑security council.

• Zoning amendment for flood plain
• Resolution to update fee schedule
• Neighborhood Revitalization Plan and interlocal agreement between USD 423 and McPherson County
• Request to replace welder generator on pickup #12
• Discussion of license‑plate camera system

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board of Commissioners will review routine agenda items such as approvals of minutes, checks, payroll, and personnel matters. A key item is the approval of an Indigent Defense Agreement. The meeting also includes public input on the Noxious Weed Department's annual report, weed management plan, and chemical purchase, as well as a postponed discussion on a license‑plate camera system.

• Approval of Indigent Defense Agreement
• Approval to sign 2024 Annual State Report for Noxious Weed Department
• Approval to sign 2025 Weed Management Plan and purchase spring weed control chemicals
• Purchase of repair parts for a 2018 John Deere 250G excavator
• Postponed discussion on license‑plate camera system

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The Board will approve the agenda and minutes, and review the election of officers. It will consider a Conditional Use request (CU‑25‑0102) submitted by Jesse Koehn for a home‑based business. A work session with Foster and Associates will follow to discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. Public input and a zoning administrator’s statistical report are also on the agenda.

• Conditional Use request CU‑25‑0102 for a home‑based business (Jesse Koehn)
• Election of officers (old business)
• Work session with Foster and Associates to discuss 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Zoning Administrator’s report on department statistics
• Public input on items not listed on the agenda

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will review routine approvals such as the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, adds and abates, and personnel matters. It will consider a retail CMB license for Red Hills Kountry Store, a lease with Gray Group LLC for alley storage, and an agreement with Rural Fire District #10. The meeting includes public input, updates from the sheriff and planning director, and the undersheriff will seek approval of bids for a patrol car and plumbing repairs.

• Approval of bid for patrol car purchase (Undersheriff)
• Approval of bid for plumbing repairs (Undersheriff)
• Retail CMB License for Red Hills Kountry Store
• Lease Agreement with Gray Group LLC – Alley Storage
• Rural Fire District #10 McPherson Agreement

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution to appoint a County Appraiser and an agreement regarding the County Treasurer's salary change. The meeting includes personnel discussions across multiple departments and requests for Public Works equipment and supplies.

• Resolution appointing a County Appraiser
• Agreement regarding County Treasurer salary change
• Purchase of 150 tons of de-icing salt
• Purchase of repair parts for 2015 Caterpillar Paver #77
• Discussion of Resolution 80-09 with Planning/Zoning/Environment Director

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve routine items such as the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, payroll, adds and abates, personnel matters, and general correspondence. A swearing‑in ceremony for Commissioners O'Dell and Kueser will be conducted. The meeting includes public input, a presentation on non‑elected personnel, interviews for vacant non‑elected positions, and a work session with Public Works and Planning & Zoning departments.

• Swearing in of Commissioners O'Dell and Kueser
• Approval of agenda, minutes, checks & claims, payroll, adds & abates, personnel, correspondence
• Discussion of non‑elected personnel by Public Works
• Interviews for vacant non‑elected personnel positions (executive session)
• Work session with Public Works and Planning & Zoning departments

Board of Planning Zoning and Appeals

The McPherson County Board of Planning & Zoning Appeals will meet to elect officers and consider a floodplain model code. The Subdivision Review Subcommittee will also meet to review a sketch plan.

• Election of officers
• Review of ZA2024-004 Floodplain Model Code
• Sketch Plan review for Esping/Reilly

Board of County Commissioners

The McPherson County Board will discuss routine agenda items such as approvals of the agenda, minutes, checks and claims, and personnel matters. Department heads will provide updates, including a planning/zoning report and a noxious weed management plan. The board will review a contract to store election equipment and files during the County Building renovation. A public works project to replace a culvert on 13th Avenue will also be considered.

• Contract to store election equipment and files during County Building renovation
• Replacement of culvert on 13th Avenue, located 1/10 mile south of Navajo Road
• Noxious Weed Management Plan presentation
• CDDO Annual Agreement review
• Approval of Checks and Claims & Payroll