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Miami County public meetings in 2022

112 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 28, 2022 · 09:45

Board of County Commission

County to discuss EMS equipment, election worker pay, and year-end accounting

The Miami County Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several operational items, including PPE distribution, election worker compensation, and EMS equipment. They will also consider truck bids for Road & Bridge, an APWA agreement, a strategic planning proposal, and year-end accounting transactions.

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Wed Dec 28, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

County to vote on adopting new building, fire, and electrical codes

The Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting updated model codes for buildings, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, fire safety, and swimming pools. They will also vote on year-end accounting transactions, including encumbrances and payroll accrual, and discuss bids for road and bridge trucks, a CPR device, and an APWA agreement.

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✓ Decided: Miami County adopts new building and safety model codes

The Board of County Commissioners approved the adoption of several 2018 International and 2017 National model codes for building, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety. The board also approved several equipment purchases for Road & Bridge and EMS.

Wed Dec 21, 2022 · 08:00

Board of County Commission

County to discuss ESS vote system, purchasing policy, and district court facility study

The Miami County Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several items, including the ESS Vote System, purchasing and finance policy, year-end transfers, updates to Chapter IX of the County Code, coroner and autopsy services, and a presentation on the District Court Facility Study by Treanor and Judge Harth.

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Wed Dec 21, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

County board to review solid waste plan, fire stipend, and software contract

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several action items including a coroner and autopsy services agreement, the annual review of the solid waste management plan, a software service agreement with OpenGov, and a volunteer fire stipend. The board will also recognize the retirement of Janet Kelley. The meeting includes consent agenda items for approving minutes and payroll.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves new budget software and increases volunteer firefighter stipends

The Board approved an agreement for OpenGov budget software and increased stipends for volunteer firefighters. The Commission also approved contracts for coroner services and the Lake Region Solid Waste Management Plan.

Wed Dec 14, 2022 · 08:30

Board of County Commission

County to discuss pay compression and personnel rule changes

The Miami County Commission will hold a study session to discuss proposed amendments to personnel rules and regulations, as well as pay compression as requested by the board. Commissioners will also receive an economic development report and consider software for fleet, budget, and procurement management. An update to Chapter IX of the county code, including model codes, is also on the agenda.

Wed Dec 14, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

County Commission to consider personnel rule changes and pay compression

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution amending the county's personnel rules and discuss pay compression. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, vouchers, a final plat for Plum Creek Farms, and a Scheffer GOE. The board will also recognize retiring and long-serving fire district personnel.

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✓ Decided: Board approves personnel rule amendments and employee pay compression

The Board of County Commissioners approved amendments to the Miami County Personnel Rules & Regulations and a one-time pay compression adjustment for 14 employees. The board also approved the consent agenda and processed cereal malt beverage license applications.

Wed Dec 7, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commission to appoint new medical director, approve organizational chart

The Board of County Commissioners will consider approving a resolution for the county organizational chart, confirming commission districts, and appointing Dr. Gray as the new Medical Director, Local Health Official, and Coroner, replacing Dr. Donald Banks who is being recognized for 25 years of service.

✓ Decided: Miami County Commission appoints new Medical Director and Local Health Official

The Board approved the county organizational chart and confirmed existing commission districts without changes. Dr. Gray was appointed as Medical Director and Local Health Official starting January 1. The Board also discussed potential truck traffic restrictions and the use of commission chambers as a criminal courtroom.

Wed Dec 7, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

County to discuss mental health patients incarceration issue

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss the incarceration of mental health patients assigned to Osawatomie State Hospital who have committed a crime. The regular weekly study session will follow at 11:00 a.m., including a Planning Department report, review of a pay compression list, and discussion of proposed amendments to the county personnel rules and regulations.

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Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss solar farm regulations and zoning amendments

The Miami County Planning Commission will consider consent items including two subdivision plats and approve the 2023/2024 calendar. New business includes discussion on solar farms, agricultural sales square footage, and possible future zoning amendments for signs, antenna height limits, and telecommunications.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission cancels January meeting and directs agricultural sales rule update

The Planning Commission approved the 2023/2024 calendar and cancelled the January 3, 2023, meeting. Members directed staff to draft new agricultural sales display regulations based on a proposal to allow lots up to 20,000 square feet or 5% of the parcel. The commission also approved the November 2022 minutes and two subdivision plats.

Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Nov 30, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Bucyrus wastewater consent order and Barrel CUP on agenda

The Miami County Board of County Commissioners will consider a revised consent order from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment for the Bucyrus Wastewater Project and a conditional use permit application for The Barrel. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and vouchers.

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✓ Decided: Board denies conditional use permit for The Barrell event center

The Board of County Commissioners denied a conditional use permit for The Barrell after the Planning Commission and department recommended denial due to the project's size and intensity. The Board also approved a revised consent order for the Bucyrus Wastewater Project.

Wed Nov 30, 2022 · 10:00

Board of County Commission

County to discuss wastewater consent order, planning director hiring, and a conditional use permit

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several items, including a revised consent order from KDHE for the Bucyrus Wastewater Project, recruiting for a Planning Director, and a conditional use permit (22009-CUP) for The Barrel. No formal votes are expected during this study session.

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Wed Nov 23, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Board to consider tax abatement for disaster-damaged home and approve final plats for four subdivisions

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a property tax abatement for a home at 903 Melrose, Paola, damaged by a natural disaster, and will vote on final plats for Burkhart Acres, Highland Hills, Lewis Meadows, and Reign Meadows subdivisions. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and vouchers/payroll. The board will also discuss the Lake Region Solid Waste Authority's proposed 2023 budget and consider appointments for the Cops For Tots / Fishing with Cops program.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $527,814 IT infrastructure upgrade for Sheriff's Office

The Board approved a comprehensive IT rebuild for the Sheriff's Office and authorized a lease for Cops for Tots storage. Other actions included approving several final plats and a property tax abatement for a natural disaster.

Wed Nov 23, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss Cops for Tots program and sheriff's IT infrastructure

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss general business, including reconvening the Board of Canvassers, a finance report, a board appointment and bylaw adoption for the Cops for Tots/Fishing with Cops program, and the Sheriff's Office IT infrastructure. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

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Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

County holds hearings on Bucyrus wastewater system improvements

The Board of County Commissioners is holding three public hearings on proposed wastewater system improvements for the unincorporated community of Bucyrus, and considering related resolutions and contracts. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including minutes and vouchers, and consider a resolution to participate in the Rural Opportunity Zone Student Loan Repayment Program in 2023.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves loan applications for Bucyrus wastewater improvements

The Board approved several resolutions and contracts to seek funding from KDHE and the USDA for wastewater system improvements in Bucyrus. The project, estimated at $3,670,653, includes new force mains, a lift station, and the demolition of the existing facility. The Board also authorized participation in a student loan repayment program and the purchase of three half-ton trucks.

Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 10:00

Board of County Commission

County to discuss Q3 HR report, truck bids, and IT for Sheriff's Office

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to receive the Q3 2022 HR report, review salary increase considerations, discuss a bid for three half-ton trucks for Road & Bridge, and consider IT infrastructure replacement for the Sheriff's Office. The finance monthly report is also on the agenda.

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Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

County Commission to consider sewer consent order for KDHE

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent order for the Bucyrus Sewer system with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, payroll, and three right-of-way purchases.

✓ Decided: Board approves wastewater project order and several board reappointments

The Board of County Commissioners approved a KDHE consent order for the Bucyrus Wastewater project. They also reappointed members to the Economic Development Board and the Building Code of Appeals. Several executive sessions were held, but no action was taken during them.

Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 10:00

Board of County Commission

County discusses planning director recruitment and compensation

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss the monthly economic development report, a summary of the November 7 Planning Commission meeting, and the recruitment and compensation of a new planning director.

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Mon Nov 7, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on The Barrel conditional use permit

The Miami County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for The Barrel (case 22009-CUP). The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and discussion of solar farm regulations, antenna height limits, and agricultural sales square footage.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission denies conditional use permit for 'The Barrel' event center

The Planning Commission denied a request to open an event center called The Barrel, citing concerns over traffic safety and rural character. The board also approved a final plat for Lewis Meadows and recommended hiring a solar farm consultant.

Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Nov 2, 2022 · 10:30

Board of County Commission

County to discuss tax abatement for disaster-damaged home, fire district report, and vehicle purchase

The Board of County Commissioners will meet in a study session to discuss five items: a quarterly report from Fire District 1, a generator agreement for the radio system, a fire engine purchase for Miami County Fire District #1, a bid for a 4x4 SUV for the Road & Bridge Director, and a real property tax abatement request for a home at 903 Melrose, Paola, due to natural disaster. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

Wed Nov 2, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

County Commission to vote on Operation Green Light, tax abatement, and radio system generator agreement

The Board will consider several action items including a resolution supporting veterans by lighting buildings green, a tax abatement for a disaster-damaged home at 903 Melrose, Paola, and a generator agreement for the radio system. Routine items include approving minutes, vouchers, and a grant of easement.

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Wed Oct 26, 2022 · 11:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to review 2022 discretionary bonuses and discuss storage/RV project

The Miami County Board of Commissioners will hold a study session to review 2022 discretionary bonuses and discuss a conditional use permit for Heartland Storage & RV. The board will also discuss a preliminary logo marketing strategy for the county.

Wed Oct 26, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

County commission to set 2023 salaries for elected officials and approve RV storage expansion

The Miami County Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions establishing 2023 salaries for elected officials and designating official county holidays. They will also hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for the Heartland RV Storage expansion. Several letters of support for transit operating assistance are on the consent agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 4% salary increase for 2023 elected officials

The Board of County Commissioners approved a 4% raise for all elected officials for 2023. They also designated the 2023 official county holidays and approved a Conditional Use Permit for the Heartland RV Storage Expansion.

Wed Oct 12, 2022 · 11:00

Board of County Commission

County Commission discusses finance report and utility vehicle bid

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session to discuss the monthly finance report and a bid for a 2023 Ford Explorer compact utility vehicle from Louisburg Ford, with Road & Bridge Director Eric Sandberg.

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Wed Oct 12, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission considers bid for 2023 Ford Explorer utility vehicle

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review a vehicle bid and cancel a future meeting. The body is also recognizing an individual with a proclamation from the Kansas Department of Commerce.

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Wed Oct 5, 2022 · 11:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners hold study session on personnel and operations

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a study session to discuss various administrative matters. Topics include potential employee retention bonuses, health department staffing, travel policies, and business phone audits.

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Wed Oct 5, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Board considers staffing changes for Sheriff's Office and Health Department

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel and policy updates. Key items include staffing adjustments for the Sheriff's Office and the Health Department, as well as a revised business travel policy.

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Tue Oct 4, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Miami County Planning Commission meeting on October 4, 2022

The commission will conduct a public hearing regarding Heartland RV Storage and review compliance for Queen of the Holy Rosary Wea. General discussions include solar farms, sign regulations, and telecommunications.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Sep 28, 2022 · 10:15

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to review Bucyrus engineering report and daycare permit

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss engineering reports and contracts for Bucyrus. The meeting includes a review of a conditional use permit for a daycare and a discussion on Sheriff's Office personnel.

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Wed Sep 28, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners meet on September 28, 2022

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several action items including a daycare conditional use permit and engineering reports. The meeting also includes consideration of a county employee appreciation luncheon.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 10:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners hold study session on personnel and service agreements

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a study session to discuss various administrative and budgetary items. The session includes reviews of job classifications, service agreements, and planning fees.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Board to consider County Administrator agreement and planning fee updates

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the County Administrator's Agreement and updates to Planning & Zoning application fees. The meeting includes the appointment of a KCAMP voting delegate and a review of the Health Department RFB.

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Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission holds workshop on large scale solar

The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct a joint workshop with the County Commission regarding large scale solar. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from a previous solar farm workshop.

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201 S. Pearl, Paola
Wed Sep 14, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 14, 2022

The Board will consider several action items including delegate appointments and project agreements. Discussion includes a budget revision for road rehabilitation and an airport project.

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Wed Sep 14, 2022 · 10:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners hold study session on sewer, road, and airport projects

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a study session to discuss several infrastructure and departmental updates. The session focuses on project budgets and agreements rather than final votes.

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Wed Sep 7, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission to review culvert replacement contracts and planning fees

The Board of County Commissioners will consider agreements for Phase 1 Culvert Replacements and the purchase of a compact utility vehicle. The board is also reviewing Planning Department application fees and software procurement.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Miami County Planning Commission discusses comprehensive plan and solar farms

The commission will review the draft NEXT Comprehensive Plan regarding stormwater management. Discussion topics also include temporary hardships, solar farms, and potential changes to zoning regulations.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Aug 31, 2022 · 10:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss courthouse programming and health department bids

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss personnel classifications and employee compensation plans. The body will also review a programming proposal for the Miami County Courthouse and bid openings for the Health Department.

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Wed Aug 31, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Board to hold budget hearings for fire and siren districts

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider budgets for Fire District #1, Hillsdale Lights and Siren, and Bucyrus Lights and Siren for 2023. The board will also review an award request for fire apparatus for Louisburg Fire District 1.

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Wed Aug 24, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners hold study session on fire, public safety, and land use

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to discuss several items including fire apparatus and reports. The session also includes discussions regarding the Sheriff's Office CAD contract and various land use or permit requests.

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Wed Aug 24, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission to review Sheriff's CAD contract and Wildwood Education Center CUP

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts and land-use requests. The meeting includes discussions on technology agreements for the Sheriff's Office and reappraisal services.

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Wed Aug 17, 2022 · 11:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss Hillsdale EMS Facility bid proposals

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to review proposals for the Hillsdale EMS Facility. Discussions will focus on bid packages for street, water, and sewer work, as well as civil site design plans.

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Wed Aug 17, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners review broadband grants and Hillsdale EMS facility proposals

The Board of County Commissioners will hear a presentation from Comcast regarding a broadband infrastructure grant program. The board is also reviewing bid package and design proposals for street, water, sewer, and civil site plans for the Hillsdale EMS Facility.

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Wed Aug 10, 2022 · 10:15

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss culvert replacements and real property sale

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. The meeting includes reviews of a fire district contract and economic development reports.

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Wed Aug 10, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Board of Commissioners to hold 2023 budget public hearings

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider the approval of the 2023 operating budgets for Miami County and Fire District No. 2. The meeting also includes decisions on infrastructure contracts and a broadband grant support request.

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Wed Aug 3, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission to consider broadband grants and airport lighting amendment

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss broadband grants and a lighting grant amendment for the Miami County Airport. The body is also reviewing a road vacation and a conditional use permit for Stone Farms Agricultural Equipment Sales.

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Wed Aug 3, 2022 · 09:45

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commission holds study session to discuss ARPA and property bids

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to discuss various administrative and planning matters. The body will review real property bids and the future use of ARPA funds.

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Mon Aug 1, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Miami County Planning Commission meeting on August 1, 2022

The commission will review several conditional use permits and discuss the draft NEXT Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding wayfinding signs and potential future amendments to zoning regulations.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Jul 27, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners hold study session and Metcalf 2.0 groundbreaking

The meeting begins with an off-site groundbreaking ceremony for Metcalf 2.0 at Ron Weers Park in Louisburg. Commissioners will then return to the County Administration building for a study session including discussions on Motorola maintenance and health department renovations.

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Wed Jul 27, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners discuss road vacation and equipment purchases

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to vacate a public road near 17745 373rd Street. The agenda also includes discussions on maintenance agreements, heavy machinery purchases, and health department renovations.

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Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 10:30

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss dispatch system and fire district budgets

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several operational and regulatory items. The meeting includes reviews of emergency dispatching and fire district budget options.

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Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners discuss budget revenue neutrality and fire equipment

The Board of County Commissioners will consider revenue neutral options for the Hillsdale Lights, Bucyrus Lights, Fire 1, and Fire 2 FY 2023 budgets. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Central Square Computer Aided Dispatching system and a request to solicit for a Louisburg Fire Department engine.

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Wed Jul 13, 2022 · 09:45

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss solar farm moratorium and annual audit

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to review financial and development reports. The body will discuss a resolution regarding a solar farm moratorium and a bridge improvement agreement.

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Wed Jul 13, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners discuss solar farm moratorium and bridge agreements

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution regarding a solar farm moratorium. The meeting also includes a KDOT Local Bridge Improvement Program project agreement and notice regarding the FY 2023 budget revenue neutral rate.

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Wed Jul 6, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission considers culvert replacements and real property sale

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss construction bids for culvert replacements and the sale of real property. The board will also review routine vouchers and payroll.

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Wed Jul 6, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to meet with Congresswoman Sharice Davids and discuss culvert bids

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with Congresswoman Sharice Davids at the Miami County Airport. The session also includes a review of a recent Planning Commission meeting and a discussion on the budget.

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Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss comprehensive plan and solar farms

The Planning Commission will hold a continued discussion on the draft NEXT Comprehensive Plan. The body will also discuss solar farms, temporary hardship, and potential amendments to zoning and subdivision regulations.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Jun 29, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss road vacation and solar farm development

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several land-use petitions and infrastructure matters. The meeting includes a site visit regarding a road vacation petition and discussions on solar farms and speed limits.

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Wed Jun 29, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission to consider conditional use permits and sheriff staffing

The Board of County Commissioners will review two conditional use permits and resolutions regarding county staffing. The board is also acting as the Fire District 1 Board to discuss a Fontana Fire UTV.

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Wed Jun 22, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Board of County Commissioners to discuss budget

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to conduct a general discussion regarding the budget.

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Wed Jun 22, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners meet to discuss racing and office modernizations

The Board of County Commissioners will address unfinished business regarding Twelve64 Off-Road Racing. The action agenda includes a bid award for District Court Clerk's Office service desk modernizations and a resolution establishing a maximum speed limit.

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Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 08:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners discuss sheriff's computer system and budget requests

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss the Central Square CAD System with the Sheriff's Office. The meeting also includes discussion regarding 2023 Budget Position Analysis Requests.

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Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners to review business items including Twelve64 Off-Road Racing

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve routine vouchers and meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding Twelve64 Off-Road Racing, Peoples Telecommunications LLC, and Soilganix Soil.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022 · 10:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners hold study session on budget and health department

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to discuss several topics including the FY 2023 budget and economic development. The session includes discussions regarding Health Department renovations and a presentation on leasing versus purchasing.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for June 8, 2022

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to conduct routine business including the approval of previous meeting minutes and payroll. The agenda includes a discussion regarding quotes for Health Department exterior signage and renovations.

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Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Miami County Planning Commission discusses conditional use permits and the NEXT Comprehensive Plan

The commission will hold public hearings regarding conditional use permits for Stone Farms, Ludwig Airstrip (Foxtrot Field), and Antioch Baptist Church. The meeting also includes continued discussion on the draft NEXT Comprehensive Plan.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Jun 1, 2022 · 10:15

Board of County Commission

Board of County Commissioners to discuss 2023 budget and code violations

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review budget and position requests for 2023. The board will also discuss the resolution of code violations with County Counselor Shelley Woodard.

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Wed Jun 1, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission to consider territory attachment for Rural Water District 2

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review routine vouchers and minutes. The action agenda includes resolutions regarding a water district and a nuisance hearing.

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Wed May 25, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Board to hold public hearing on Rural Water District No. 2 land attachment

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an amended petition to attach lands to Rural Water District No. 2. The body will also consider a notice to proceed for an asphalt project and a conditional use permit for Twelve64 Off Road.

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Wed May 18, 2022 · 11:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners to discuss EMS building project

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session for general discussion. The meeting focuses on the April Economic Development Report and an EMS building project.

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Wed May 18, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Board of Commissioners meeting on May 18, 2022

The Board will review the consent agenda including various subdivision items and fireworks permits. The meeting includes proclamations for several service weeks and an executive session regarding security measures.

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Wed May 11, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Board of County Commissioners to review K-68 construction and EMS building project

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to receive updates on infrastructure and facilities. The meeting includes a proclamation for Miami County Medical Center and a construction update from KDOT.

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Wed May 11, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners meet to discuss rezoning and county fund depositories

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution for rezoning property from Countryside to Commercial. They will also review a resolution designating financial institutions as depositories for county funds.

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Wed May 4, 2022 · 10:30

Board of County Commission

Commission discusses parking lot repairs and personnel changes

The Board is considering a sole source contract for health department parking lot repairs and discussing replacements for the Council on Aging. The session also includes monthly planning and fire board reports, as well as a requested promotion within the Sheriff's Office.

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Wed May 4, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners consider road projects, rezoning, and construction contracts

The Board of County Commissioners will review several action items including road rehabilitation projects and rezoning requests. The agenda also includes a sole source contract for parking lot repairs and personnel decisions.

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Tue May 3, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review three subdivisions and one conditional use permit

The Planning Commission will consider several subdivision plats and a conditional use permit. The body will also hold a discussion on the draft NEXT Comprehensive Plan, though no formal action will be taken on that item.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Apr 27, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

No study session scheduled for April 27, 2022

There is no Board of County Commissioners study session scheduled for this date.

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Wed Apr 27, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

No meeting held due to lack of quorum

The Miami County Board of County Commissioners meeting scheduled for April 27, 2022, was cancelled. There is no meeting due to a lack of quorum to perform business per Resolution R22-04-022.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review draft of next Comprehensive Plan

The Planning Commission will meet to review and discuss the draft of the next Miami County Comprehensive Plan.

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201 S. Pearl, Paola
Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss ARPA funds and retirement insurance guidelines

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session following a tour of the Courthouse and old jail. The body will discuss ARPA funding and proposed changes to retirement insurance guidelines.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Board of County Commissioners to hold public hearing on 2023 county budget

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing for comments on the 2023 county budget. The board will also consider employee benefit cost share rates and retirement insurance coverage guidelines for 2022-2023.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners hold study session on EMS and economic development

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a study session covering various departmental updates and land petitions. Discussions include EMS facility concepts, health department repairs, and pre-budget planning.

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Wed Apr 13, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Board considers three survey and design agreements with Schwab-Eaton, P.A.

The Board of County Commissioners will review three separate survey and design services agreements for projects 21-07-ST, 21-08-ST, and 21-14-SB. The meeting also includes a discussion on EMS collection account write-offs and a land attachment petition for Rural Water District No. 2.

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Wed Apr 6, 2022 · 11:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners discuss courtroom plans and weed spraying bids

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review preliminary plan options for courtrooms and clerks' desks. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a bid award for noxious weed spraying in the county right-of-way.

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Wed Apr 6, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission considers waiving GAAP accounting requirements for 2022

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a resolution regarding accounting practices and award bids for road and weed control projects. The body will also consider a proclamation for Fair Housing Month.

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Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider two rezoning requests and one conditional use permit

The Miami County Planning Commission will meet to discuss three new business items. These include two requests to change land zoning and one conditional use permit application.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Mar 30, 2022 · 08:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners hold study session on comprehensive plan and Hillsdale EMS

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a workshop regarding the Comprehensive Plan. The session also includes a discussion of draft site and floor plans for the Hillsdale EMS station and an update from Lockton.

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Wed Mar 30, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners to vote on several service contracts and bids

The Board of County Commissioners will consider multiple contract awards, including design services and airport lighting. The meeting also includes a request to close non-emergency county offices for employee training on October 10, 2022.

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Wed Mar 23, 2022 · 09:30

Board of County Commission

Miami County Board of Commissioners Study Session

The Board will hold a study session to discuss various county business items and funding. Discussion topics include RFP proposals, construction funding, and equipment needs.

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Wed Mar 23, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners meet to discuss document services and property purchases

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several right-of-way purchases and a document management agreement. The meeting also includes discussions regarding county property mowing bids and Osawatomie FD equipment.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Mar 16, 2022 · 09:45

Board of County Commission

Commissioners discuss vehicle bids and resolution to end COVID emergency

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to discuss several procurement bids and administrative policies. The meeting includes a review of a resolution to end the COVID emergency and a lease termination letter for Sutherland.

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Wed Mar 16, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners meet to consider road bids and policy changes

The Board of County Commissioners will review several bids for road maintenance materials and equipment. The agenda also includes a resolution to end the local state of disaster emergency and updates to personnel policies.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission to solicit bids for 2022 Asphalt Program

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss the 2022 Asphalt Program and Covid-19 aid applications. The session includes a grant of easement for Snyder and the 2021 Employee of the Year presentation.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 11:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners to discuss COVID-19 grant application

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review financial reports and grant opportunities. The body is discussing the local economic climate and year-end financials.

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Wed Mar 2, 2022 · 09:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss IT contracts and fire district volunteer pay

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss various administrative and operational items. The meeting includes reviews of software management, IT contracting, and economic development policy.

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Wed Mar 2, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners to consider budget amendments and software contracts

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding several 2022 budget amendments. Additionally, the commission will review items including a half-ton truck bid solicitation and an inmate tracking system proposal.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Tue Mar 1, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Miami County Planning Commission discusses rezoning and conditional use requirements

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a property rezone in Marysville Township. Members will also discuss whether conditional use permits should be required for concrete plants and AirBnB facilities.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Feb 23, 2022 · 09:30

Board of County Commission

Commissioners discuss Sunset Ventures rezone and boat storage permit

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several operational items and land use requests. The meeting includes reviews of jail technology, weed management, and property maintenance bids.

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Wed Feb 16, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Miami County Commissioners discuss opioid claims and EMS training funds

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions and agreements. These include transferring opioid claims to the Kansas Attorney General and allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds for EMS personnel training.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Feb 9, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission considers EMS station services and speed limit changes

The Board of County Commissioners will review a contract for architectural and engineering services for a new EMS station in Hillsdale. The board is also considering a resolution to set speed limits on Gardner Road and 223rd Street.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Feb 2, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission considers ARPA fund allocations and fire equipment transfers

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on the allocation and reallocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The board is also reviewing several bid solicitations for road materials and equipment, as well as a fund transfer for fire equipment.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Feb 2, 2022 · 09:30

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss road materials and new EMS station proposal

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss road maintenance authorizations and equipment bids. The body will also review proposals for a new EMS station in Hillsdale and RFID technology for the Sheriff's Office.

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Tue Feb 1, 2022 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Rezoning and conditional use permit requests for Hillsdale area property

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning approximately two acres at 255th St and Old KC Rd from Countryside to Commercial. The commission will also discuss expanding a boat storage facility's conditional use permit and reviewing various zoning regulations.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Jan 26, 2022 · 11:00

Board of County Commission

Commission discusses bridge design and Metcalf 2.0 engineering services

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to discuss infrastructure projects and staffing. The body will review design services for a street intersection and bridge, as well as engineering services for Metcalf 2.0.

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Wed Jan 26, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners to discuss design and inspection services for road projects

The Board of County Commissioners will consider authorizations for design services at the 287th Street and Osawatomie Road intersection. The board will also discuss engineering inspection services for Metcalf 2.0 construction and a conditional use permit for Patton Structural Solutions.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 11:00

Board of County Commission

Commissioners discuss bridge replacements and road rehabilitation

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several infrastructure projects and contract renewals. Discussions include authorization for design services for two bridge and road projects, as well as a copier agreement.

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Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission discusses bridge replacements and road rehabilitation

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several infrastructure projects and personnel appointments. Action items include authorizations for bridge and road work, a rezoning resolution, and a judicial committee appointment.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 19:00

Zoning Appeals

Miami County Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on January 19, 2022

The Board will conduct administrative business including oaths of office and the election of officers. The meeting also includes the adoption of the 2022-2023 BZA calendar.

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Miami County Administration Building | Commission Chambers, Paola
Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 09:15

Board of County Commission

Commissioners discuss new fire engine bids and phone system proposal

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to review administrative updates and equipment needs. Discussions include staffing changes for the Sheriff's Office and the acquisition of a new engine for the Louisburg Station.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Commission to select leadership and consider new fire engine bids

The Board of County Commissioners will select a Chairman and Vice Chairman for the coming year. The body will also consider requests for a new fire engine and the committal of funds for stormwater design standards.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Jan 5, 2022 · 10:00

Board of County Commission

Board of County Commissioners to review benefit plan performance

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to receive a benefit plan performance update from Robert Aschentrop with the Locton Company.

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Wed Jan 5, 2022 · 13:00

Board of County Commission

Board considers appointments to Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a resolution regarding the Kansas Open Records Act. The body is also considering the reappointment of several members to the Planning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals.

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201 South Pearl, Paola
Wed Jan 5, 2022 · 13:00

General

Miami County Public Building Commission meeting scheduled for Jan. 5, 2022

The meeting agenda is primarily procedural. The commission is scheduled to review and approve the minutes from the December 29, 2021, meeting.

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