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Shawnee County public meetings in 2021

83 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 30, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to vote on property transfer, contracts, and budget items

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with several routine items, including a property transfer, policy updates, and conference travel approvals. New business includes contracts for health services, court programs, and public works projects, as well as budget transfers for courthouse improvements and an emergency sewer repair.

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Mon Dec 27, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to commit excess 2021 funds to future wage increases

The Board of County Commissioners will consider committing Shawnee County's net excess 2021 General Fund balance to future wage increases, along with several contracts, licenses, and budget transfers. The agenda includes consent items such as ambulance service penalties, credit card issuances, and a correction to a contract amount, plus new business items like a health officer contract and a tire processing rate increase.

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Mon Dec 20, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider joining statewide opioid litigation framework

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will consider a range of items, including joining a statewide opioid litigation framework, approving contracts for insurance, bridge design, and park improvements, and authorizing several budget transfers and position reclassifications. The agenda includes both new business and a consent agenda item for the November 2021 bank reconciliation.

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Thu Dec 16, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider $100K cold case transfer, bridge rebid, and more

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of items including transferring $100,000 to a cold case fund, rejecting and rebidding a bridge project, and approving multiple contracts for parks, security, and technology. The agenda also includes routine approvals of bonds, vouchers, and appointments.

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Mon Dec 13, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider $40K jail security system contract and notary bond increase

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider routine consent agenda items and new business, including a contract for jail security system support and a resolution to increase the county's self-insured notary bond. The board will also acknowledge a report on ambulance compliance and consider amendments to park service contracts.

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Thu Dec 9, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider $1M+ in ARPA-funded jail equipment and HVAC purchases

The Shawnee County Commission will consider authorizing requests for proposals for a whole body scanner ($150,000) and an HVAC system for the Annex Facility ($850,000), both funded by American Rescue Plan Act funds. The board will also vote on several contracts, including a bridge replacement agreement with KDOT, a retaining wall replacement at Rueger Park, and a county code update. Additionally, they will consider a revised budget for road repairs on E. 6th Street and a new fee schedule for Parks and Recreation facilities.

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Mon Dec 6, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider 2022 Transient Guest Tax allocation to Stormont Vail Events Center

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will consider a range of items, including a proposed allocation of approximately $60,000 from the 2022 Transient Guest Tax to the Stormont Vail Events Center. The board will also review several contracts and purchases, mostly from the Sheriff's Office, and consider new positions and bids for county services.

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Thu Dec 2, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider $55K grant to Keep America Beautiful

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider consent agenda items and new business, including a $55,000 grant to Keep America Beautiful, a $12,565 roof replacement bid, and several position reclassifications. They will also consider a Home Rule Resolution amending the county's Title VI Plan.

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Mon Nov 29, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County approves $2.5M in social service and elderly program contracts

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on a consent agenda with numerous contracts for social services and programs for the elderly, totaling over $2.5 million, plus other items like a Microsoft subscription renewal and a road project change order. They will also consider new business items including a cereal malt beverage license, a Home Rule Resolution amendment, and several Parks and Recreation contracts.

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Thu Nov 25, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

No meeting scheduled; Thanksgiving holiday closure

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners has no meeting on November 25, 2021, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The agenda contains only the meeting cancellation notice and lists the commissioners.

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Mon Nov 22, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider contracts, licenses, and event center repairs

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts, including a revised Sheriff's Office invoice for Tyler Technologies, software renewals, and a credit card issuance. They will also vote on 2022 cereal malt beverage licenses for three Topeka stores, approve departmental requests (including a new full-time position in Noxious Weed), and discuss multiple RFPs for Stormont Vail Events Center repairs funded by Shuttered Venue Grants.

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Thu Nov 18, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to vote on $465K jail roof, golf cart lease, court upgrades

The Shawnee County Commission will vote on several contracts and purchases, including a $465,328 roof replacement for the Juvenile Detention Center and Adult Detention Center, a five-year golf cart lease costing $177,702 annually, and new data plans for Court Services officers. They will also consider a letter supporting a TARC grant application and discuss 2022 capital improvement projects.

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Mon Nov 15, 2021 · 11:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to approve contracts, licenses, and fund allocations

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will consider routine approvals including treasurer bonds, bank reconciliation, and various contracts. Notable items include a new electronic health record software contract, vehicle fleet changes, a restroom remodel, and allocation of social services funds.

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Thu Nov 11, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

No meeting scheduled; county commission observes holiday

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners has no meeting on November 11, 2021, due to the holiday. The agenda is purely procedural, indicating the cancellation of the regular session.

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Mon Nov 8, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider PUD amendment for medical care at Aldersgate Village

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a major amendment to a planned unit development to allow medical care facilities at Aldersgate Village. The board will also consider several contracts, including a design services agreement for road work and a bid for tennis court lighting, as well as grant acceptances and a travel request.

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Thu Nov 4, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Shawnee County Commissioners discuss budget and service contracts

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contract renewals, licensing approvals, and staffing requests. Discussions include capital improvement projects for the 2022 budget and various departmental expenditures.

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Mon Nov 1, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to vote on federal inmate housing contract at $100/day

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts and financial actions, including a new intergovernmental agreement with the U.S. Marshal's Service to house federal inmates at $100 per day, and a transfer of $278,220 from general fund reserves to capital outlay. They will also vote on various service contracts, including sewer repair, trade services, and park concessions.

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Thu Oct 28, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider $35.8M contract change order for construction

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider routine business including contract amendments, bid solicitations, and personnel actions. Notable items include a change order for a construction contract, a wage increase for corrections staff, and purchases for road maintenance.

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Mon Oct 25, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to vote on ambulance penalties, software purchase, and disaster declaration

The Shawnee County Commission will consider consent agenda items including acceptance of a right-of-way easement, diversion fund invoice payments, and acknowledgment of ambulance response penalties. New business includes filling positions, a court software purchase, and a resolution to continue the local disaster emergency.

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Thu Oct 21, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider $120K dog park at Lake Shawnee, other contracts

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider several routine items, including contracts, appointments, and budget approvals. Notable actions include a proposed new off-leash dog area at Lake Shawnee, a lease agreement for office space at the Stormont Vail Events Center, and a waiver of purchasing policy for a landscaping payment. The agenda is largely administrative, with no major policy changes or public hearings.

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Mon Oct 18, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider sewer district, contracts, and vehicle leases

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider creating a new lateral sewer district, approve various contracts and purchases, and discuss other routine business. Items include a software renewal, a vehicle lease, and several bids for parks and health services.

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Thu Oct 14, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to award $210K road bid, consider courthouse renovation

The Shawnee County Commission will consider several contracts and agreements, including a $210,451.80 bid for road work on S. Topeka Blvd, a design-build request for courthouse renovations, and a contract amendment for pool painting. They will also vote on consent agenda items like software renewal, a credit card, and a letter of support for a senior center grant.

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Mon Oct 11, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to weigh rezoning near I-70 for office, education use

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning of 20.06 acres at the northwest corner of SW Urish Road and I-70 for administrative office and educational uses. The board will also consider several contracts, including a $38,864.63 change order for the Lake Shawnee Softball Complex and a $650-per-month lab director services contract. Other items include a preliminary plat for two lots, a sole-source purchase for a spraying unit, and a delinquent sewer fee assessment.

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Thu Oct 7, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to approve contracts, credit card, and position reclassification

The Shawnee County Commission will consider routine administrative items including contract addenda, a credit card issuance, and several change orders for public works projects. They will also vote on reclassifying a vacant position and a new employee assistance program contract.

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Mon Oct 4, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to vote on $2M mental health contract, brand manual, and more

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a range of items, including a resolution adopting a county brand manual, a $2 million contract for mental health services, and several smaller contracts and purchases. The agenda includes both new business and a consent agenda with multiple items, such as software maintenance, credit card approvals, and sheriff's office expenditures.

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Thu Sep 30, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

No meeting scheduled for Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners

There is no meeting scheduled for the Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners on September 30, 2021.

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Mon Sep 27, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to set trash fees, buy computers, approve contracts

The Shawnee County Commission is meeting to decide on a range of items, including setting trash collection fees, purchasing 75 computers, and approving multiple contracts for services like dental, vision, and inmate housing. They will also consider filling several vacant positions and a resolution to adopt a county brand manual.

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Thu Sep 23, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to set trash fees, approve contracts and hires

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on routine consent items, including emergency vehicle permits and a sheriff's travel request. New business includes awarding a $19,900 bid for a roof AC unit, setting trash collection fees, filling two positions, and approving a lease contract for Community Corrections. The board will also consider adopting a county brand manual.

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Mon Sep 20, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County Commission to consider winter road supplies, software contracts, and credit card policy

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider several routine items, including winter road maintenance supplies, software contracts, and a new credit card policy. They will also vote on filling two vacant positions and approving event licensing agreements for the Stormont Vail Events Center.

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Thu Sep 16, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider bridge design, court resurfacing, and grant agreements

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and funding requests, including a bridge replacement design, tennis court resurfacing, and a health department grant. They will also review routine vouchers and an update on revenues and expenses.

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Mon Sep 13, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider $151K BNSF crossing removal, safety plan, hires

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts, hires, and payments. Notable items include a $151,000 project to remove BNSF Railway crossings on S. Topeka Blvd, a road safety plan with KDOT, and filling multiple positions. The agenda also includes routine consent items like coroner expense payments and voucher approvals.

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Thu Sep 9, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider ARPA funds for new legal assistants and equipment purchases

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including using ARPA funds to hire three new legal assistants, approving contracts for road and equipment purchases, and other routine administrative matters. The meeting includes consent agenda items and new business, with decisions expected on these proposals.

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Mon Sep 6, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

No meeting scheduled due to Labor Day holiday

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners has no meeting on September 6, 2021, because it is Labor Day. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no business items.

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Thu Sep 2, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to discuss 2022 budget, approve contracts and hires

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including a vest purchase, diversion fund invoices, a social media background check MOU, a food vending contract, and a COVID-19 tracing contract extension. New business includes filling several positions, soliciting bids for cemetery and youth sports services, and a KDOT grant for Shunga Creek Trail. The board will also discuss the 2022 budget.

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Mon Aug 30, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to discuss 2022 budget, approve salt purchase and contracts

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will discuss the 2022 budget and consider several contracts, including a de-icing salt purchase, HVAC maintenance, and vehicle replacements. They will also consider filling a health department position and approving routine vouchers and correction orders.

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Thu Aug 26, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider exceeding revenue-neutral tax rate for 2022

The Shawnee County Commission will consider resolutions, contracts, and personnel actions, including a property tax levy above the revenue-neutral rate for 2022 and an extension of the local disaster declaration. The agenda also includes several grant-funded health department hires and a contract for the Stormont Vail Events Center renovation.

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Mon Aug 23, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider contracts, repairs, and budget items

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including ambulance compliance penalties, bank reconciliation, and various contracts and expenditures. Notable actions include approving emergency repairs to a Solid Waste truck, reclassifying a position, and authorizing several contracts and bid solicitations for parks and other services.

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Thu Aug 19, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to seek $1.07M FEMA grant for vaccination clinic costs

The Board of County Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including ambulance penalty reports, contract approvals, and a resolution honoring Ted Ensley. New business includes applying for a FEMA grant for vaccination clinic expenses, a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant, and a request for qualifications for a road project.

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Mon Aug 16, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

No Board of County Commissioners meeting scheduled for August 16, 2021

The Board of County Commissioners meeting is cancelled. The Board of Canvassers will meet instead at the Election Office regarding the August 3rd Primary.

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Thu Aug 12, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider contracts, penalties, and credit cards

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including ambulance response penalties, contracts for arbitrage compliance and software licensing, and credit card issuances. New business includes courthouse repairs, a park maintenance position, and a right-of-way settlement. The board will also acknowledge lawsuits and approve vouchers.

Mon Aug 9, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to approve grass seed contract and vehicle repair

The Shawnee County Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, a vehicle repair, and a grass seed contract. The most significant item is a contract for grass seed costing up to $75,686.50, funded partly from operations and partly from a golf course revenue fund.

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Thu Aug 5, 2021 · 21:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to review 2022 budget, approve contracts and hires

The Shawnee County Commission will review the proposed 2022 budget and consider several contracts, including a facility use agreement for Kossover Tennis Center, custodial services, and a tax foreclosure sale service. They will also vote on filling positions and a COVID-19 immunization grant application.

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Mon Aug 2, 2021 · 21:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider 2022 budget, reclassify jail position, renew contracts

The Shawnee County Commission will discuss the proposed 2022 budget and consider several administrative items, including reclassifying a corrections position, renewing a public health preparedness grant, and approving service contracts. The agenda also includes a proclamation, a behavioral health update, and a request to cancel the August 16 meeting.

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Thu Jul 29, 2021 · 21:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to discuss 2022 budget, approve trail contract

The Shawnee County Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving payments, contracts, and personnel actions. The most significant items are continued discussion of the proposed 2022 budget and a contract for the Deer Creek Trail Robinson Extension project.

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Mon Jul 26, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to discuss 2022 budget, approve contracts and replat

The Board of County Commissioners will hear a presentation on the 2020 financial audit and discuss the proposed 2022 budget. They will also consider several contracts, including water treatment services, legal research access for inmates, and mobile food vending in parks, as well as a replat for a 15.96-acre lot.

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Thu Jul 22, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Commissioners to consider Evergy transmission line easements through Ripley Park

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several items, including approving temporary construction and right-of-way easements for Evergy transmission lines through Ripley Park, with compensation totaling $62,134.50. They will also review contracts for youth services, health department roofing, and multiple personnel requests.

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Mon Jul 19, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider contracts, hires, and capital projects

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda and new business items, including contracts, personnel actions, and capital improvement projects. The board will also discuss the Capital Improvement Plan, with continuation scheduled for July 22nd.

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Thu Jul 15, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

No meeting scheduled for July 15, 2021

There was no meeting of the Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners held on this date.

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Mon Jul 12, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider rezoning 160 acres near Croco Rd and 45th St

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning of 160 acres at the NE corner of SE Croco Rd and SE 45th St in Tecumseh Township. They will also consider a preliminary/final plat for a two-lot residential subdivision on a 10-acre parcel at 210 NW Valencia Road in Dover Township. Other business includes approving a resolution to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the 2022 budget, a contract for the Deer Creek Trail Robinson Extension, and various administrative items.

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Thu Jul 8, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to approve contracts, credit cards, and a new aerial lift truck

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a consent agenda and new business items, including several contracts, credit card issuances, and a bid award for a new aerial lift truck. The board will also discuss filling vacant positions and a roof replacement project.

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Mon Jul 5, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Shawnee County Commission meeting cancelled for July 5, 2021

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners has no meeting scheduled for Monday, July 5, 2021. The agenda consists solely of a cancellation notice, with no items for discussion or decision.

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Fri Jul 2, 2021 · 10:00

BUDGET HEARING

Shawnee County schedules 2022 budget hearings for county departments

This agenda lists the schedule for Shawnee County's 2022 budget hearings, held on multiple dates in July and August. Each department appears before the Board of County Commissioners to present its budget request. A public hearing on the budget is set for August 23 at the Shawnee County Courthouse.

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200 SE 7th, Room B-11
Thu Jun 24, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to buy new electronic pollbook system, approve ADA parks audit

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts and resolutions, including a new electronic pollbook system funded by federal COVID relief, an ADA compliance audit for parks, and a banking services contract. They will also vote on appointing the County Appraiser and establishing Juneteenth as a county holiday.

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Mon Jun 21, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to award architect bid for 707 SE Quincy renovation

The Board of County Commissioners will consider routine items including vouchers, correction orders, and a new hire, plus several contracts and construction projects. Key decisions include awarding an architectural services bid for the 707 SE Quincy Renovation Project, approving agreements for the Blues Festival, and expanding sheriff's office facilities.

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Thu Jun 17, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider ending local COVID-19 disaster declaration

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider routine financial approvals, a conditional use permit for equine boarding, a road material bid, and a recommendation to let the local COVID-19 disaster declaration expire on June 30, 2021. The agenda includes consent items such as invoice payments and a credit card limit increase, plus a public hearing on a conditional use permit.

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Mon Jun 14, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider $458K jail roof bid, Sunday liquor sales expansion

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts and resolutions, including a $458,000 roof replacement bid for the Juvenile and Adult Detention Centers, a resolution to expand Sunday alcohol sales, and multiple agreements for July 4th events. They will also acknowledge various reports and correspondence, and handle routine consent agenda items.

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Thu Jun 10, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to award $634,566 road bid, approve dog park naming rights

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and expenditures, including a $634,566 road maintenance project, a dog park naming rights agreement, and various park improvements. They will also review routine consent agenda items and vouchers.

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Mon Jun 7, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to adopt floodplain regs, consider wireless tower permit

The Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting new floodplain management regulations, a conditional use permit for a wireless tower, and several contracts and appointments. The agenda includes routine items like voucher payments and a fireworks permit, alongside a change order for a bridge project.

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Thu Jun 3, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to approve lease for new Events Center marquee sign

The Shawnee County Commission will consider routine approvals including minutes, invoices, and contracts. Notable items include a lease-purchase for a new digital marquee sign at the Stormont Vail Events Center, a contract amendment for delayed basketball court projects, and a new part-time nurse position funded by a grant.

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Mon May 24, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to adopt social media policy, hire welder, extend youth program contract

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider several routine items, including adopting a social media policy, authorizing a new welder position, and extending a contract for youth programming. The board will also acknowledge a lawsuit and consider cancelling two upcoming meetings.

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Thu May 20, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to hold public hearing on United Methodist Homes land sale

The Shawnee County Commission will hold a public hearing on United Methodist Homes exercising its option to purchase a portion of Aldersgate for resale to a third-party health care provider, and consider approving the related deed and documents. The board will also consider several contracts, including a credit card processing agreement with Paymentech for the Stormont Vail Events Center and a renewal with CivicPlus for agenda management software. Other items include hiring for multiple positions, approving fireworks permits, and rejecting and rebidding a concrete pavement repair project.

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Mon May 17, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Commissioners consider case management system and equipment purchases

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contracts, including a new case management system for the District Attorney and rifle purchases for the Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes various treasurer bonds and park service contracts.

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Thu May 13, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to vote on contracts, hires, and ARPA fund contact

The Shawnee County Commission will consider consent agenda items including a Cox Communications Emergency Broadband Benefit notice, a social media policy, and several contracts for software, postage machine lease, and a network connection. New business includes bids for a crosswalk improvement, boiler replacement, and a network video recorder, plus requests to fill positions and solicit bids for memorial repairs. The board will also designate an authorized representative for American Rescue Plan Act funds.

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Mon May 10, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider COVID-19 vaccine clinic rental, emergency permits, and contracts

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including a rental agreement for a COVID-19 vaccine clinic, an emergency vehicle permit, a resolution on COVID-19 incident command changes, and support for a grant application. They will also review contracts for auctioning surplus vehicles and for architectural services, as well as a request to fill a parks maintenance position.

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Thu May 6, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to vote on contracts, hires, and health director appointment

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda and new business items, including contracts for court server backup, park services, and solid waste equipment, as well as filling two vacant positions and appointing a new health director. The meeting includes routine approvals and acknowledgments, with no major policy decisions.

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Mon May 3, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to approve contracts for elections, fingerprint machines, and more

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda and new business items, including contracts for election services, fingerprint machine maintenance, and various facility improvements. They will also consider proclamations and routine financial approvals.

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Thu Apr 29, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to adopt Family Park Master Plan, re-appoint SPARK Committee

The Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting the Family Park Master Plan, re-appointing the SPARK Committee to review American Rescue Plan Act funds, and approving routine items including diversion fund invoices, rejecting bids for RFP 025-21, and the revised 2021 budget.

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Mon Apr 26, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider contracts, grants, and fee changes

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts, grant applications, and fee adjustments, including a solid waste contract extension with a fee increase, a uniform services contract, and a grant for juvenile corrections. The board will also acknowledge sheriff's office correspondence about a membership renewal and a training trip.

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Thu Apr 22, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to issue $16M bonds for Cedarhurst of Topeka project

The Board of County Commissioners will consider approving a $16 million taxable industrial revenue bond for the Cedarhurst of Topeka Real Estate project, along with several contracts and budget items. The agenda includes a $980,333 COVID-19 grant, a $750,000 property purchase, and road maintenance funding.

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Mon Apr 19, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to award banking services to UMB Bank, approve $542K trail grant

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and financial items, including awarding banking services to UMB Bank, approving a $542,000 commitment for the Deer Creek Trail, and various equipment and technology purchases. The board will also review routine consent agenda items and receive updates on revenues and expenses.

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Thu Apr 15, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider $103,300 culvert replacement contract and $500,000 jail roof bids

The Board of County Commissioners will hear a COVID-19 variant update and consider several contracts, including a $103,300 design contract for a culvert replacement on SW 107th Street, approval to solicit bids for jail roof replacements, and multiple park maintenance contracts. They will also vote on routine consent agenda items and voucher payments.

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Mon Apr 12, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Commissioners to consider mosquito surveillance contract and election hire

The Board of County Commissioners will consider routine consent items, including membership dues and an investment report, and new business items such as a $6,000 contract for mosquito surveillance and approval to hire an Election Manager. The meeting also includes proclamations, unfinished business, and possible executive sessions.

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Thu Apr 8, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to buy trash trucks, repair 6th St, approve union contract

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several contracts and purchases, including new trash trucks, road repairs, and a union agreement. They will also consider emergency funding for a fire main repair and a recruitment plan for detention centers.

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Mon Apr 5, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider rezoning, floodplain rules, and contracts

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will discuss and vote on several items, including a draft resolution to update floodplain regulations, multiple rezoning requests, and contracts for road construction, park equipment, and theater management. They will also consider routine approvals such as vouchers and invoices.

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Thu Apr 1, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to review health order, buy trash trucks, approve contracts

The Board of County Commissioners will review a health order and resolution, consider several contracts and purchases, and discuss election services. Key items include buying trash trucks, approving software and maintenance contracts, and soliciting bids for election services.

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Mon Mar 29, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider $1.13M turf contract, COVID-19 order changes

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts and policy items, including a $1,129,914.00 turf project at two sports complexes, a two-year umpire services extension, and an emergency medical services agreement for COVID-19 vaccinations. They will also review and potentially adopt changes to face mask and emergency orders in response to new state law SB40. Consent agenda items include a cell phone addition, invoice payments, and a membership fee approval.

Thu Mar 25, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to vote on contracts, bids, and equipment purchases

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will consider routine consent agenda items and new business, including contracts for aquatic fitness classes, law enforcement training, and equipment maintenance, as well as bids for asphalt and street improvements. The board will also vote on filling a position and issuing requests for proposals for the Stormont Vail Events Center renovations.

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Mon Mar 22, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to consider $696K grant for Deer Creek Trail extension

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts and funding requests, including a $696,296 grant for a new trail, a $93,974 security system upgrade, and a $63,680 boiler purchase. They will also review routine financial reports and consent agenda items.

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Thu Mar 18, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County to discuss health order, COVID-19 indicators

The Board of County Commissioners will receive an update on COVID-19 community indicators from the county health officer and discuss a health order. They will also consider several routine items, including a copier contract, a traffic signal project, and a new payroll position.

Mon Mar 15, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to consider hiring, contracts, and routine approvals

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a mix of routine administrative items and a few notable actions. These include approving payments, a new hire, and several contracts. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

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Thu Mar 11, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Commissioners to review COVID-19 health order and mask resolution

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts, bids, and funding requests. New business includes a COVID-19 infrastructure grant application, a road oil bid award, and a contract for goose egg management. The board will also review the current health order and consider resolutions adopting the emergency order and a face mask order.

Mon Mar 8, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County commissioners to consider contracts, grants, and credit card issuance

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including approval of a credit card, payment of invoices, and several contracts. They will also discuss applying for state health grants and acknowledge a sheriff's office equipment purchase.

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Thu Mar 4, 2021 · 09:00

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to approve emergency repairs, bridge project, and security contract

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider consent agenda items, including meeting minutes and a right-of-way acceptance, and new business items such as emergency payments for corrections facility repairs, a resolution supporting mental health initiatives in jails, an IT security contract renewal, and moving forward with a bridge replacement project.

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