Geary County public meetings in 2022

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a discussion on the termination of Geary Community Hospital, adoption of a resolution regarding bond reissuance, and consideration of funds transfer resolutions. The agenda also includes monthly reports from the sheriff, emergency management, and public works, as well as a weekly finance report and a cereal malt beverage license for Redfish LLC.

• Discussion on termination of Geary Community Hospital
• Adoption of resolution regarding reissuance of bonds
• Consideration of funds transfer resolution (Emergency Management/Rural Fire)
• Consideration of funds transfer resolution (Public Works)
• Cereal malt beverage license for Redfish LLC

The commission approved a hospital insurance policy with Travelers Insurance and a resolution to reissue $24.82M in revenue bonds. They also authorized several fund transfers to the Capital Improvement Plan for equipment and elections. A meeting with the legislative delegation was held to discuss state budget and infrastructure concerns.

• Approved Travelers Insurance hospital policy with 1% wind/hail deductible
• Approved Resolution 12-28-2022 to reissue up to $24.82M in revenue bonds
• Approved agreement with Care Fusion for equipment return and 20% discount
• Approved Resolution 12-28-2022D transferring $200,322 to CIP fund
• Approved Resolution 12-28-2022B transferring $930,266 to CIP for trucks and grader
• Approved Resolution 12-28-2022C transferring $100,000 to CIP for election equipment
• Approved Indigent Defense attorney contract for Troy Huser
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage license for Redfish LLC at Acorn Resorts

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting jointly with the Public Building Commission to discuss funding for a revenue shortfall at Geary Community Hospital. The agenda also includes routine weekly reports, voucher approvals, and bid openings for construction projects.

• Joint meeting with Public Building Commission on revenue shortfall funding for Geary Community Hospital
• Bid opening for salt/sand bunker foundation floor
• Bid opening for Pennell Office Bldg.-Community Corrections-ARC Areas flooring replacement
• Discussion of public hours for Geary County Office Building
• Voucher approval

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review and update county matters, approve vouchers, and hear reports from county staff. A key item is a TEFRA hearing on a proposed financing plan for the Geary County Hospital, along with a budget hearing to amend the 2022 budget. The agenda also includes reports from the hospital administrator, CVB director, and county clerk, plus a license approval.

• TEFRA hearing on proposed financing plan for Geary County Hospital
• Budget hearing to amend 2022 budget
• Approval of Cereal Malt Beverage License for BJ's 66
• Interim CEO monthly report and record retention proposal
• Voucher approvals

The Commission approved amendments to the 2022 County Budget to consolidate funds and adjust expenditures. They also voted to replace Paylocity with CIC for payroll software and approved several administrative contracts and appointments.

• Approved 2022 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved $59,795.00 contract for CIC payroll software (unanimous)
• Approved $25,163.00 from ARPA funds for payroll implementation (unanimous)
• Approved indigent defense contracts for Allen & Associates and Robinson & Allen (unanimous)
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage License for BJ’s 66 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Chris Heldstab to 4H Senior Citizens Building committee (unanimous)
• Approved intercom and buttons for HR office desks (unanimous)
• Approved delaying payment of $88,161.69 promissory note to Dr. Khoury until Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on two items: vacating a portion of an alley in Clarke's Plateau Addition and rezoning a property at 1925 N Spring Valley Rd from multi-family residential to general commercial. No old business is on the agenda.

• Case VC-12-01-22: request to vacate a portion of platted alley in block 2 of Clarke's Plateau Addition
• Case Z-12-01-22: request to rezone 1925 N Spring Valley Rd from RM (Multi-family Residential) to CG (General Commercial)

The Commission approved a request to vacate a portion of a platted alley between 135 and 139 E Spruce Street. The approval is contingent upon the city receiving a permanent sewer access easement and the owners dedicating an additional 5 feet of right-of-way to widen the alley for neighbors.

• Approved vacation of alley between 135 and 139 E Spruce Street with easement and widening requirements (4-1)
• Approved September 12th, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Forfeited rezoning request for 1925 N Spring Valley Rd due to applicant absence

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a special meeting on December 8, 2022, at 9 AM. The sole agenda item is an executive session to discuss legal matters related to contract negotiations. This is a closed session, so no public decisions are expected.

• Executive session on legal matters related to contract negotiations

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a joint meeting with the Public Building Commission to discuss revenue shortfall funding for Geary Community Hospital. The agenda also includes routine monthly and weekly reports from county staff, a public comment period, and an executive session on non-elected personnel.

• Joint meeting with Public Building Commission on revenue shortfall funding for Geary Community Hospital
• Public comment period (5 minutes per speaker)
• Monthly report from Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director Garry Berges
• Bi-weekly report from Public Works Administrator Corey Trumpp
• Executive session on non-elected personnel

The Commission and Public Building Commission approved funding for hospital accounts payable. Other actions included increasing the Sheriff's petty cash limit, approving firefighter annuities, and authorizing property negotiations in Milford Township.

• Approved $500,000 for Geary Community Hospital revenue shortfall and accounts payable (All Aye)
• Approved annuity payments for retiring firefighters Cliff White and Mike Asbury (All Aye)
• Authorized Emergency Management to negotiate property acquisition with Milford Township (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 12/05/2022 increasing Sheriff's petty cash limit to $5,000 (All Aye)
• Approved payment of $29,900 for County Coroner Dr. Jenkins (All Aye)
• Approved Personnel Policy No 50.10 regarding Holiday Emergency pay (All Aye)
• Approved Cardinal Pharmacy Release & Satisfaction agreement (All Aye)
• Approved reclassification of 2023 County Attorney budget to hire two legal secretaries (All Aye)

Commissioners

The Commission established a petty cash account for the County Attorney and appointed new members to the CVB Board and Area Agency on Aging. The meeting included a detailed dispute between Commissioner Giordano and Sheriff Jackson regarding department morale and leadership.

• Approved Resolution 11/28/2022 establishing a petty cash account for County Attorney not to exceed $2,500
• Approved purchase of one-page ad in county visitors guide for $1,495.00
• Appointed Michaela Joyce, Leslie Goodwin, and Craig Bender to the CVB Board
• Appointed Vickie Bobbitt to the Area Agency on Aging
• Approved Change Order 2022-81
• Cancelled joint meeting with City of Junction City and USD 475

Commissioners

The Commission and Public Building Commission approved $1.4 million for Geary Community Hospital revenue shortfalls and accounts payable. Other key actions included approving a lease for B & K Medical LLC, adopting a 5-year Solid Waste Management Plan, and purchasing a new motor grader.

• Approved $500,000 for hospital revenue shortfall and accounts payable (unanimous)
• Approved $900,000 for hospital long-term accounts payable (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with B & K Medical LLC for 1317 West Ash Street (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 amended budget (unanimous)
• Approved leave buyback for employees in extenuating circumstances (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 Solid Waste Management Plan via Resolution 11-21-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2023 snow removal bid from Tallgrass Lawn Maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $295,664 purchase of 2023 Caterpillar 120 motor grader (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a regular meeting with public comment, a review and update session, a finance officer's weekly update, voucher approvals, and reports from the HR director and county clerk. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

• Public comment period (5 minutes per speaker)
• Commission review and update
• Finance officer weekly update
• Voucher approval
• HR director and county clerk weekly reports

The commission approved the 2023 annual contract for Pawnee Mental Health and the purchase of AEDs and supplies. A letter of support for ATA Bus was also approved. Proposed sick and annual leave policies were tabled for further review.

• Approved 2023 annual contract with Pawnee Mental Health
• Approved $3,103.00 purchase of AEDs and supplies
• Approved letter of support for ATA Bus
• Approved meeting minutes from October 24 and October 31, 2022
• Approved county vouchers
• Tabled sick and annual leave policies
• Approved agenda amendments for two executive sessions (hospital and Conroe Bridge project)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Public Building Commission to discuss revenue shortfall funding for Geary Community Hospital. The agenda also includes monthly reports from the Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director and the hospital administrator, as well as weekly reports from county staff. The meeting will feature public comment and an Employee Service Awards presentation.

• Joint meeting with Public Building Commission on revenue shortfall funding for Geary Community Hospital
• Public comment period (5 minutes per speaker)
• Monthly report from Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director Garry Berges
• Weekly reports from Finance Officer Tami Robison and Human Resources Director Crystal Malchose
• Employee Service Awards presentation

The Public Building Commission approved funding for hospital revenue shortfalls and accounts payable. The County Commission approved a new waste services contract, a salt bunker construction project, and updated employee leave policies.

• Approved $1.5M for Geary Community Hospital revenue shortfall and accounts payable (All Aye)
• Approved $1,998,371 repayment to the County from the PBC (All Aye)
• Approved automatic aid agreement for fire protection with Grandview Plaza, Milford, and Junction City (All Aye)
• Approved $50,950 engagement letter for 2022 audit with James Gordon & Associates (All Aye)
• Approved closing recommended outside checking accounts and requiring justification for petty cash funds (All Aye)
• Approved 'step of strength' Chamber of Commerce membership for $1,500 (2-1)
• Approved fund reserve policy including $100,000 for bonds and $500,000 for CIP reserve (All Aye)
• Approved 2023 holiday schedule and conversion of personal day to training day (All Aye)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review and update items including a PBC appointment and a CVB lease, and will hear weekly reports from county officials. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business.

• Commission review and update, includes PBC Appointment and CVB Lease
• Finance Officer weekly report
• CVB monthly report
• County Clerk weekly report
• Human Resources Director weekly report

The Geary County Commission appointed Rod Glessner to the PBC board and approved a monthly office lease of $1,500 for the CVB. The board also signed a letter of support for Big Lakes to obtain a KDOT bus grant and authorized an ARPA funds examination agreement.

• Appointed Rod Glessner to the PBC board (All Aye)
• Approved CVB office lease at $1,500 per month (All Aye)
• Approved letter of support to KDOT for Big Lakes bus purchase (All Aye)
• Signed agreement for ARPA funds examination (Chairman signed)
• Signed CIP project approvals for office carpet and courthouse elevator modernization (Chairman signed)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting jointly with the Public Building Commission to address a revenue shortfall for Geary Community Hospital. The agenda also includes routine reports from county officials, an executive session on legal matters related to the hospital, and the opening of bids for commission chamber monitors.

• Joint meeting with Public Building Commission on revenue shortfall funding for Geary Community Hospital
• Executive session for legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital
• RFP opening for Commission Chamber monitors
• Water and sewer improvements presentation by Kaw Valley Engineering
• Quarterly ambulance report from Junction City Fire Chief

The Geary County Commission approved a $500,000 revenue shortfall payment for Geary Community Hospital, a new phone system with Nex-Tech, and multiple road and facility maintenance contracts. They also adopted a resolution supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans and closed county offices early on December 30 for year-end work.

• Approved $500,000 for hospital accounts payable (unanimous)
• Approved Nex-Tech phone system contract (unanimous)
• Approved $2,474.47 for Jerry's Electric wiring for Noxious Weed office (unanimous)
• Approved $4,710.00 for new furnace replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $89,019.41 lease buyout for 310 excavator (unanimous)
• Approved $18,456.90 for track repairs on 953C Trac Loader (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 10-24-2022 for Operation Green Light for Veterans (unanimous)
• Approved closing county offices to public at noon on December 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission will not hold its regular meeting on October 17, 2022, because the commissioners are attending the Kansas Association of Counties Annual Meeting. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no other business items.

• Meeting canceled due to commissioners attending Kansas Association of Counties Annual Meeting

The October 17, 2022 meeting of the Geary County Commission was cancelled because all commissioners were attending the annual Kansas Association of Counties meeting. No business was conducted.

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss matters related to Geary Community Hospital, including consideration of prepaid rent to the Public Building Commission and an executive session for legal matters. The commission will also consider support for a KDOT grant for the Geary County Senior Center.

• Consideration of prepaid rent to the Public Building Commission for Geary Community Hospital
• Executive session for legal matters related to the hospital
• Support for KDOT grant for Geary County Senior Center

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission has cancelled its October 10, 2022 meeting because commissioners are attending the AUSA conference. The agenda contains no business items.

The Geary County Commission did not hold a meeting on October 10, 2022, because the commissioners were attending the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) conference. The minutes record only this procedural note and contain no substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions.

Planning Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no items listed under old business, new business, or general discussion.

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a special meeting with the Public Building Commission (PBC) to discuss the sale of Series 2022-A and 2022-B Revenue Bonds for the Hospital Project, a Lease Agreement Resolution, and other matters related to Geary Community Hospital. The agenda is otherwise limited to this single discussion item and adjournment.

• Discussion of Series 2022-A and 2022-B Revenue Bonds for the Hospital Project
• Lease Agreement Resolution
• Other matters related to Geary Community Hospital

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission will hold a public hearing on a bond issue for Geary Community Hospital, hear monthly reports from department heads, and consider phone service proposals for the county office building. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal matters related to the hospital.

• Public hearing for bond issue for Geary Community Hospital
• Phone proposals from Nex-Tech and Twin Valley for Geary County Office Building
• Monthly report from Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director
• Weekly reports from Finance Officer and Human Resources Director
• Executive session for legal matters with Geary Community Hospital representatives

The commission approved two quotes totaling $97,725 for courthouse elevator modernization and power unit replacement, using PBC funds. They also approved a $17,256 dump truck cross conveyor, a $8,710 bridge inspection contract, and a contract for CIC software. A public hearing was held for the Geary Community Hospital bond issue, and the commission went into executive session regarding hospital legal matters, taking no action afterward.

• Approved $97,725 for courthouse elevator modernization and power unit replacement (2-0)
• Approved $17,256 for Monroe cross conveyor for dump truck (2-0)
• Approved $8,710 bridge inspection proposal from Kaw Valley Engineering (2-0)
• Approved CIC software contract (3-0)
• Approved transfer station credit card payment procedure (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-3-2022 naming conference room 'Michael F. Powers Conference Room' (3-0)
• Approved EMPG grant application (3-0)
• Approved Change Orders 2021-515 & 516 and Wingfield Township report (2-0)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission and Public Building Commission are holding a special meeting to discuss and approve matters related to Geary Community Hospital. The agenda is otherwise minimal, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion and approval of matters related to Geary Community Hospital

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review weekly reports, discuss the 2021 audit, and consider renewing a lease for the Cloud County Community College campus. The agenda also includes a discussion on a judicial conference room and a monthly Board of Health meeting.

• 2021 audit presentation by Jacob Kujath of James Gordon & Associates
• Renewal of lease for the Geary County Campus with Cloud County Community College
• Monthly Board of Health meeting with Interim Health Department Administrator Charles Martinez
• Discussion on Judicial Conference Room in the Courthouse with retired Judge Hornbaker

The commission approved a 10-year lease agreement with Cloud County Community College for Buildings A, B, C & D, contingent on legal review. They also voted to adopt new CIC financial software and to close 24 cash accounts as recommended by the auditor. The 2021 audit revealed significant prior-period adjustments, including $2.7 million in misstated COVID-19 relief expenditures.

• Approved 10-year lease with Cloud County Community College (2-0)
• Approved CIC financial software upgrade (2-0)
• Approved closing 24 cash accounts per auditor recommendation (2-0)
• Approved resolution to name courthouse conference room 'Mike Powers Conference Room' (2-0)
• Authorized Counselor Edwards to approve vouchers on Oct 11 and Oct 17 (2-0)
• Approved cell phone allowance for new Sheriff's Office employee (2-0)
• Approved executive session for non-elected personnel (2-0)
• Approved extension of executive session (2-0)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review and potentially update commissioner raises, approve vouchers, and hear weekly reports from county officials. They will also consider opening a request for proposals for a new phone system and renewing a lease with Cloud County Community College.

• Resolution on commissioner raises
• Opening Request for Proposals for phone system
• Renewal of lease for Geary County Campus with Cloud County Community College
• Voucher approval

The Geary County Commission adopted Resolution 9-19-22 requiring that any future pay increase for elected officials be placed on the agenda and approved by majority vote, effective for the 2024 budget. The commission also approved multiple infrastructure projects, including a $99,344 county office building carpet replacement, a $136,900 annex building tuckpointing contract, and several equipment purchases for Road & Bridge. No action was taken in three executive sessions held during the meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 9-19-22 requiring public agenda item and majority vote for elected official pay raises (3-0)
• Approved $99,344 county office building carpet project to SK Designs (3-0)
• Approved $136,900 old annex building tuckpointing to GKW Group (3-0)
• Approved $149,737 purchase of 2019 Kenworth semi-tractor from Master Tech (3-0)
• Approved $43,450 purchase of Armor Lite bottom dump trailer from Larry's Trailer Sales (3-0)
• Approved $11,088 HVAC replacement at Cloud County Community College Building A (3-0)
• Approved $120,000 ARPA fund reservation for salt storage structure (3-0)
• Approved driveway access request from High Plains Resources on Tri County Road (3-0)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission and Public Building Commission are holding a special joint meeting to discuss and approve matters related to Geary Community Hospital and the maintenance of other buildings owned by the Public Building Commission. The agenda contains only this single substantive item before adjournment.

• Discussion and approval of matters related to Geary Community Hospital
• Maintenance of other buildings held by the Public Building Commission

The Geary County Commission, Geary Community Hospital, and the Public Building Commission approved a rental agreement where the County will front money for the PBC and be repaid. The bond process advanced with an A rating from S&P, RW Baird selected as underwriter, and tentative approval dates set. The Commission also discussed hospital invoice oversight and filling a PBC board vacancy.

• Approved rental agreement between County, Hospital, and PBC (unanimous)
• Noted Standard & Poors assigned A rating with stable outlook for bonds
• Selected RW Baird as Bond Underwriter
• Set tentative PBC bond resolution and lease approval for September 26
• Set tentative bond closing for October 12
• Discussed filling PBC board vacancy; candidates to be forwarded

Planning Commission

The Junction City/Geary County Metropolitan Planning Commission will review a conditional use permit for a Bed & Breakfast and a request to vacate a utility easement. The commission will also hold a general discussion regarding short term rentals.

• Case No. GCCU-09-01-22: Conditional use permit for a Bed & Breakfast at 2704 Lakeview Terrace, Milford, KS
• Case No. VC-09-01-22: Request to vacate a platted utility easement in Olivia Farms 2nd Addition
• General discussion on short term rentals

The Planning Commission discussed the rise of short-term rentals in Geary County, noting they convert residential use to commercial. Staff will research enforcement options and possible regulations; no decision was made.

• Approved July 11, 2022, minutes unanimously
• No new business considered; applicant failed to appear, forfeiting application

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review county business, approve vouchers, and hear weekly reports from department heads. A key item is the bid opening for thermal imaging cameras for the Rural Fire Department. The agenda also includes public comment and a press conference.

• Bid opening for Rural Fire Department thermal imaging cameras
• Voucher approval
• Weekly reports from Human Resources, Finance, and County Clerk

The Geary County Commission approved a single bid for thermal imaging cameras after the morning session was cancelled due to illness and a funeral. The bid from Jerry Ingram Fire for $16,995.00 was accepted, with the balance beyond a $12,400 grant paid from capital outlay funds.

• Approved bid from Jerry Ingram Fire for thermal imaging cameras at $16,995.00 (2-0)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review reports from county departments, including the rural fire chief, human resources, public works, finance, and the county clerk. They will also open bids for carpeting the Geary County Office Building and hold an executive session on legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital.

• Bid opening for Geary County Office Building carpet
• Proclamation designating September as Mental Health Month
• Executive session for legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital
• Monthly report from Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director
• Bi-weekly report from Public Works Administrator

The Geary County Commission approved a resolution transferring certified sheriff's deputies from KPERS to KP&F pension system, changed leave policies to require two weeks' notice for payout eligibility, and accepted a $9,200 bid for underground guttering at the Sheriff's Department. No action was taken on carpet bids for the office building, which were tabled for review.

• Approved Resolution 09-06-2022 transferring sheriff deputies from KPERS to KP&F (2-0)
• Changed leave policy: employees must give two weeks' written notice and work it to receive sick/annual leave payout (2-0)
• Approved $9,200 bid from Lakeview Construction for west side guttering at Sheriff's Department (3-0)
• Approved $5,994 purchase of Sharp MC5071 copier for Road & Bridge (3-0)
• Approved Kelsey Harder for annuity from Geary County Firefighters Relief Association (2-0)
• Designated September as Mental Health Recovery Month (3-0)
• Approved minutes from August 15, August 22, and July 21 special budget work session
• Tabled office building carpet bids for staff review

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a special meeting at noon to consider approval of funding for Geary Community Hospital. The agenda contains only this single action item before adjournment.

• Approval of funding for Geary Community Hospital

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission did not hold a meeting on August 29, 2022, as it was the fifth Monday of the month. No decisions or actions were taken.

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review reports from county officials, hold a revenue neutral rate hearing for Fire District #1, and conduct public hearings on several budgets including the county, fire, water, sewer, and library districts. The agenda also includes executive sessions for legal matters and routine weekly reports.

• Revenue Neutral Rate Hearing for Fire District #1
• Public Hearing for Geary County, Fire District #1, Water District #2, Sewer District #4, and Library District budgets
• Sheriff's monthly report
• Executive session on contract issues with Geary Community Hospital
• Executive session on legal matters with Public Works Administrator

The commission approved the 2023 Geary County budget of $49,775,933 and a list of appropriations totaling $3,578,096. The mill levy was set at 60.142 mills, a decrease of 10.288 mills from 2022 and 4.061 mills below the revenue neutral rate, reducing ad valorem tax by $1,109,389. The commission also voted to exceed the revenue neutral rate for Fire District #1, raising its mill levy to 4.934. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports, discussion of a citizen complaint against a deputy, and executive sessions with no action taken.

• Approved 2023 Geary County budget of $49,775,933 (3-0)
• Approved 2023 appropriations totaling $3,578,096 (3-0)
• Approved exceeding revenue neutral rate for Fire District #1 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #08-22-2022 to exceed RNR for Fire District #1 (3-0)
• Approved Change Orders 2021-513 & 514 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from June 21, June 27, July 5, July 18, and August 8, 2022 (3-0 or 2-0)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, department reports, and approval of vouchers. Key actions include opening sealed RFPs for repairs to the Old Annex Building and the Sheriff's Department, and considering a CIP request for patrol vehicles. The agenda also includes updates from various departments and an executive session for non-elected personnel.

• Sealed RFP opening for Old Annex Building & 9th Street limestone retaining wall tuck & point
• Sealed RFP opening for Sheriff's Department west side guttering underground
• Dan Jackson, Sheriff, CIP request for patrol vehicles
• Chrysann Phipps, Director Community Corrections, Approval of Year End Reports
• Representatives of Fresh Start Emergency Shelter, Update on status of shelter

The Geary County Commission approved several actions, including funding for three new sheriff's patrol vehicles, a roofing contract, and a salt purchase. They also approved budget adjustments for Community Corrections and appointed Gary Junghans to the EDC board. No public comment was made, and several items were tabled for later review.

• Approved $162,047 for three new sheriff patrol vehicles from CIP fund (unanimous)
• Approved $55,000 roofing project for detention center to Murphy's Seamless Roofing (unanimous)
• Approved salt purchase from Independent Salt at $42.99/ton (unanimous)
• Approved KDOT bridge inspections for $11,100 (unanimous)
• Approved Community Corrections line-item budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved adult carryover reimbursement budget (unanimous)
• Approved juvenile carryover reimbursement budget (unanimous)
• Appointed Gary Junghans to EDC board (2-0, Ascher abstained)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to canvass the votes of the 2022 primary election. The meeting will adjourn once the canvass is complete. This is a procedural item with no other business listed.

• Canvass votes of 2022 primary election

Planning Commission

The Junction City/Geary County Metropolitan Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals have no old or new business listed on this agenda. The meeting consists only of a call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

Commissioners

The Geary County Commissioners met on August 8, 2022, to conduct routine administrative business. The agenda included public comment, voucher approval, and weekly reports from the Human Resources and Finance departments. The most specific item was an executive session with attorney Peter Rombold to discuss legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital.

• Executive session with attorney Peter Rombold regarding legal matters for Geary Community Hospital
• Approval of vouchers
• Weekly report from Crystal Malchose, Human Resources Director
• Weekly report from Tami Robison, Finance Officer
• Monthly update from Donna Price, CVB Director

The commission approved an interlocal cooperation agreement among the Geary Community Hospital Board of Trustees, the county commission, and the Public Building Commission to sub-lease the hospital to Stormont Vail, Flint Hills, LLC. The agreement includes emergency repairs before the lease closes by December 31, 2022. The commission also discussed hospital financing via negotiated bonds, with a protest period ending September 15 and a potential bond sale on September 26.

• Approved Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for hospital sub-lease to Stormont Vail (3-0)
• Approved monthly vouchers
• Approved minutes from July 25, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from August 1, 2022 (2-0, Tyson absent)
• Entered 5-minute executive session for non-elected personnel (no action taken)
• Entered 20-minute executive session for legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review and update county business, including the 2023 budget, monthly and weekly reports from county officials, and a bid opening for a roofing project at the Geary County Detention Center. The agenda is largely routine, with reports and a public comment period.

• 2023 Budget review by Finance Officer Tami Robison
• Bid opening for roofing project at Geary County Detention Center
• Monthly report from Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director Garry Berges
• Bi-weekly report from Public Works Administrator Corey Trumpp
• Monthly report from Geary Community Hospital Administrator

The Geary County Commission approved a notice of hearing to exceed the revenue neutral rate and set the budget hearing for August 22, 2022. They also approved an electronic employee evaluation system, a transfer station charge account policy, a bid for 4-H softball field plumbing, a Kubota RTV purchase, and a bid to shorten a semi-tractor frame. Several other items were discussed or tabled, including a detention center roofing project and a bridge change order.

• Approved notice of hearing to exceed RNR and budget hearing (2-0)
• Approved electronic employee evaluation system (2-0)
• Approved transfer station charge account policy and application (2-0)
• Accepted bid from C & K Construction for 4-H softball field plumbing, $9,644 (2-0)
• Approved purchase of Kubota RTV X-1100, $33,452.04 (2-0)
• Accepted bid from Master Tech for semi-tractor frame shortening, $15,486 (2-0)
• Approved request for Rural Water District #4 water line at 10100 Quarry Road (2-0)
• Approved Jefferson Township Annual Report (2-0)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review reports from county officials, discuss the 2023 budget, and hold executive sessions for legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital and personnel issues. They will also consider adopting a resolution for the Geary County Food System Plan.

• 2023 Budget discussion
• Executive session for legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital
• Adoption of Resolution for Geary County Food System Plan
• Weekly reports from County Clerk, HR Director, Finance Officer
• Monthly Board of Health meeting with executive session

The commission reviewed the budget worksheet, setting the mill levy at 60.136 mills, a decrease of 10.294 mills from the prior year and 4.067 mills below the Revenue Neutral Rate. They approved Resolution 07-25-2022 adopting the food system plan, and moved PBC financials to the Finance Officer. Several executive sessions were held with no action taken.

• Approved Commission Change Order 2021-507 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Blakely Township annual report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 07-25-2022 adopting food system plan (unanimous)
• Moved PBC financials to Finance Officer (unanimous)
• Reviewed budget with mill levy set at 60.136 mills, below RNR

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2023 budget. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 1:00 p.m. and will adjourn at the conclusion of business. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Special meeting regarding the 2023 budget

The Geary County Commission adopted the wage study with amendments, approving a 1% COLA and a 1% one-time incentive pay for all employees effective January 1, 2023. The sheriff's department, which opted out of the study, will receive the same COLA and incentive, with the budget adjusted by eliminating four correction officer positions. Several new positions were approved, including in the Register of Deeds, County Attorney, and Public Works, while a proposed Emergency Management/Rural Fire position was replaced with a $20,000 volunteer firefighter stipend.

• Adopted wage study with 1% COLA and 1% one-time incentive for all employees (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff's budget option 2 with 1% COLA, 1% incentive, and KP&F benefits (2-1, Giordano opposed legal counsel)
• Approved full-time position in Register of Deeds office (unanimous)
• Approved full-time attorney in County Attorney's office (unanimous)
• Approved full-time equipment operator for Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved up to $20,000 for volunteer firefighters instead of new EM/Rural Fire position (unanimous)
• Approved $130,000 for aTa bus for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 for Military Affairs (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review updates, including an appointment to the EDC Board, and will hear a wage study presentation from The Arnold Group. They will also discuss opening requests for proposals for plumbing at the 4H/Softball field concession stand, and receive various reports including the auditor's CVB financial report and the fire chief's quarterly ambulance report.

• Appointment to EDC Board
• Wage study presentation by Phil Hayes, The Arnold Group
• Open RFP for plumbing for 4H/Softball field concession stand
• Voucher approval
• CVB financial report by auditor Russell Shipley

The commission heard a presentation on the completed Employee Classification and Compensation Study and discussed options for adopting it, with a budget work session scheduled for July 21. They approved restoring Commissioner Giordano's salary to its original amount with back pay, and approved several other actions including a bid for the Public Works equipment shed and a new pressure washer purchase.

• Removed Stephen Burch from EDC board (unanimous)
• Restored Commissioner Giordano's salary to original amount with back pay (2-0, Giordano abstained)
• Approved ice cream social date August 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted K-Construction bid for equipment shed at $73,789 (unanimous)
• Accepted bid for Judge's office carpeting at $3,647.52 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of pressure washer for $10,414 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for administrative services manager position (unanimous)
• Appointed Sue Penn and Tim Stuck to destroy old ballots (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Junction City/Geary County Metropolitan Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review one permit application. The board is considering a request for a tattoo studio in a service commercial district.

• Case No. BZACU-07-11-22: Conditional Use permit for a tattoo studio in the “CS” Service Commercial District

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a tattoo studio at 232 W 18th Street in the CS Service Commercial District. The request was made by Jason Boyer and was supported by staff and commissioners. The minutes also include approval of the June 13, 2022 minutes.

• Approved June 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for tattoo studio at 232 W 18th St (BZACU-07-01-22)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a Neighborhood Revitalization Plan, along with receiving updates from county officials and a presentation on the county food system. The agenda also includes a voucher approval, a hospital board presentation, and an executive session for legal matters.

• Consideration of Neighborhood Revitalization Plan
• Geary Community Hospital Board of Trustees presentation and executive session
• Presentation of Geary County Food System Plan by LWGC Food Policy Council
• Voucher approval
• Updates from finance, HR, CVB, and Register of Deeds

The Geary County Commission renewed its AUSA membership for 5 members at $370 for one year, approved the 2022 Neighborhood Revitalization Plan, and voted to allow Fire District #1 to exceed the revenue neutral rate while the county's regular budget will not. The commission also discussed the Geary Community Hospital's $6.5 million funding shortfall, heard presentations on the food system plan and CVB update, and approved two change orders. No action was taken on the hospital funding.

• Renewed AUSA membership for 5 members at $370 for 1 year (unanimous)
• Approved Fire District #1 to exceed revenue neutral rate; county budget will not (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Neighborhood Revitalization Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-504 and 2021-505 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review department reports and open bids for two construction projects: carpeting for the county office building and a public works equipment shed. The agenda also includes a 2023 budget discussion and a press conference.

• Bid opening for County Office Building Carpeting Project
• Bid opening for Public Works Equipment Shed
• 2023 Budget discussion with Finance Officer Tami Robison
• Monthly report from Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director Garry Berges
• Press conference scheduled for 4:00pm

The Geary County Commission approved multiple change orders, appointed Brenda King to the Big Lakes Developmental Center board, approved the Emergency Operation Plan, approved a water line crossing request, declined a bid for the Pennell Office Building project, approved water fountain replacements, and signed a contract with Raymond James as bond advisor for hospital bonds. No bids were received for the County Office Building carpeting project, and the commission discussed the 2023 budget and hospital partnership.

• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-462 through 2021-503 (unanimous)
• Appointed Brenda King to 3-year term on Big Lakes Developmental Center Board (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Operation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Rural Water District No. 1 Morris County water line crossing Nelson Road (unanimous)
• Declined bid for Pennell Office Building project and will re-bid (unanimous)
• Approved replacement of 3 water fountains at Courthouse at $3,980 each (unanimous)
• Signed contract with Raymond James as bond advisor for hospital bonds (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a special meeting on July 1, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. The agenda includes an executive session with attorney Peter Rombold for legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital, followed by possible action on those matters. The meeting is otherwise limited to these items and adjournment.

• Executive session for legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital
• Possible action on matters related to Geary Community Hospital

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to receive weekly reports from county officials, including finance, extension office, health department, county clerk, and human resources. They will also consider a request for capital improvement expenditures from the finance officer and public works administrator, and approve vouchers.

• Request for Capital Improvement Expenditures by Tami Robison and Corey Trumpp
• Voucher Approval
• Weekly reports from Finance Officer, County Clerk, HR Director
• Bi-monthly Extension Office report
• Monthly Board of Health meeting report

The Geary County Commission approved a request to solicit sealed bids for a complete seamless roof replacement on the jail, to be paid with capital improvement funds. They also approved Commission Change Orders 2021-441 through 2021-461 and the minutes from June 21, 2022. Two executive sessions were held (one on hospital legal matters, one on non-elected personnel) with no action taken. No public comments were made.

• Approved soliciting sealed bids for jail roof replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-441 through 2021-461 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 21, 2022 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a special meeting on June 24, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. The only substantive item is an executive session with attorney Peter Rombold to discuss legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with the meeting adjourning after the session.

• Executive session with attorney Peter Rombold on legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a special meeting at noon to discuss legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital. The agenda includes an executive session with attorney Peter Rombold, followed by adjournment. No other business is listed.

• Special meeting begins at noon
• Executive session with attorney Peter Rombold
• Topic: legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting for a regular session that includes public comment, weekly reports from county staff, voucher approval, and a program update from the Black History Trail. The commission will also hear from Junction City Manager Allen Dinkel about a Neighborhood Revitalization Plan. The agenda is largely routine administrative business with no major decisions listed.

• Voucher approval
• Weekly report from Finance Officer Tami Robison
• Bi-weekly report from Public Works Administrator Corey Trumpp
• Program update from Black History Trail representatives
• Neighborhood Revitalization Plan discussion with Junction City Manager Allen Dinkel

The commission approved Resolution 06-21-22 to provide an additional $500,000 to Geary Community Hospital, bringing total ARPA grant support to $3.5 million, with the payment coming from the general fund until ARPA funds arrive. They also approved several routine items: a turnback agreement for Hillside Drive, removal of a regulatory weight limit sign on Milford Lake Road, dissolution of petty cash funds, and change orders 2021-408 through 2021-440. A neighborhood revitalization plan was discussed but not approved, pending County Counselor review. No action was taken on the Pennell Building Project bid, which was deemed too high.

• Approved Resolution 06-21-22: $500,000 additional support for Geary Community Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved KA-2367-05 turnback agreement for Hillside Drive footage (unanimous)
• Approved removal of regulatory weight limit sign for northbound Milford Lake Rd (unanimous)
• Approved dissolution of Road & Bridge and Noxious Weed petty cash funds (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-408 through 2021-440 (unanimous)
• Discussed Pennell Building Project Phase 1 bid; no action, further research planned
• Discussed neighborhood revitalization plan; deferred pending County Counselor review

Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review various department and agency budgets for the upcoming period. The meeting also includes action items for voucher approvals and a conditional use permit consideration.

• Approval of vouchers for CVB, Data Mining Service, and County Clerk change orders
• Consideration of conditional use permit for Flint Hills Rural Electric
• Budget work sessions for District Court and Court Trustee
• Budget work sessions for CVB and Sports Complex
• Budget work sessions for GIS, Planning, and Zoning

The Geary County Commission approved a conditional use permit for a solar array and electrical substation along south K-57 highway, despite public concerns about transparency and proximity to homes. The permit includes provisions that the utility will not expand the solar array, electricity will serve only the local area, an appropriate barrier will be provided, and EPA standards will be followed. The commission also approved several other actions, including canceling a K-State contract to fund a tourism data service and approving change orders.

• Approved conditional use permit for solar array and substation on south K-57 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 06-13-2022 granting the conditional use permit (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-406 through 2021-407 (unanimous)
• Approved canceling remaining K-State contract to fund DATAFY project (unanimous)
• Approved one-year DATAFY contract (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 6, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals are meeting to review two land-use applications. The body will consider a re-zoning request and a conditional use permit for a childcare center.

• Case No. Z-06-01-22: Re-zone from General Residential (RG) to Service Commercial (CS) near the 100 Block of North Eisenhower Dr.
• Case No. BZACU-06-01-22: Conditional Use Permit request by Kalie Brownlee for a childcare center at 209 S. Eisenhower Dr.

The Junction City/Milford/Geary County Metropolitan Planning Commission approved a rezone of properties near the 100 block of North Eisenhower Drive from General Residential (RG) to Restricted Commercial (RS), and approved a conditional use permit for a childcare home at 209 S. Eisenhower Drive. Both decisions were unanimous.

• Approved rezone of properties near 100 Block of N. Eisenhower Dr. from RG to RS (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for childcare at 209 S. Eisenhower Dr. (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a day of budget work sessions with various department heads and organizations, followed by a regular session that includes a value update and executive sessions for legal matters. The agenda is primarily procedural, focused on budget discussions rather than final decisions.

• Budget work sessions with Pawnee Mental Health, Extension, Human Resources, Treasurer, Main Street, Flint Hills Regional Leadership Program, Appraiser, Economic Development, Flint Hills Regional Council, Junction City Fire Chief (ambulance budget), Flinthills MPO, Freedom Fest, Sheriff, Register of Deeds (includes Tech Fund), County Attorney
• Regular session: County Clerk value update
• Executive sessions for legal matters with attorney and county counselor

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to discuss a conditional use permit for Flint Hills Rural Electric Cooperative, receive bi-weekly reports from Public Works and the County Clerk, and hold a series of budget work sessions with various local agencies. They will also open a sealed bid for the Pennell Office Building Remodel Phase 1 and hold an executive session for legal matters.

• Conditional Use Permit for Flint Hills Rural Electric Cooperative
• Open sealed bid for Pennell Office Building Remodel, Phase 1
• Budget work sessions with Opera House, Big Lakes Development, Area Agency on Aging, Soil Conservation, 3 Rivers, Historical Society, and aTa Bus
• Executive session for legal matters (2:30-3:00 p.m.)

The commission approved Resolution 06-06-2022 providing $500,000 in ARPA funds to Geary Community Hospital. They also approved the purchase of a new tractor and loader for $86,633.92, and approved the purchase of electronic pollbooks from ES&S. A conditional use permit for a solar array and substation was tabled until next week.

• Approved $500,000 ARPA support for Geary Community Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved $86,633.92 purchase of tractor and loader (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of electronic pollbooks from ES&S (unanimous)
• Tabled conditional use permit for Flint Hills Rural Electric solar array and substation (2-1)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-361 through 2021-405 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 23, 2022 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review weekly reports from the Finance Officer, Human Resources Director, and County Clerk. The agenda also includes a monthly report from the Interim Health Department Administrator and voucher approvals.

• Weekly Report from Finance Officer Tami Robison
• Monthly Board of Health Meeting report from Charles Martinez
• Voucher Approval
• Weekly Report from Human Resources Director Crystal Malchose
• Weekly Report from County Clerk Rebecca Nordyke

The Geary County Commission unanimously voted to postpone redistricting of commission districts until 2023, as recommended by County Clerk Nordyke to avoid rushing with incomplete data. The commission also approved several change orders and prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational reports.

• Postponed redistricting of commission districts until 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-381, 2021-382, 2021-384, 2021-385 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 18, April 25, May 2, May 9, and May 16, 2022 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review updates, approve vouchers, and receive weekly reports from county staff. They will also open sealed bids for the HR/Finance Office Renovation Project and hold executive sessions for legal and personnel matters.

• Open sealed bids on HR/Finance Office Renovation Project
• Executive session for legal matters regarding sanitation issues
• Executive session for non-elected personnel (CVB)
• Voucher approval
• Weekly reports from Human Resources, Public Works, Finance, and County Clerk

The commission approved a $500,000 payment to Geary Community Hospital from the General Fund, bringing the year-to-date total to $2.5 million. They also approved several equipment purchases, policy changes, and a road crossing request. No bids were received for the HR/Finance Office renovation, so it will be done in-house.

• Approved $500,000 payment to Geary Community Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved lease of new copier (unanimous)
• Approved 3 policy changes including clothing allowance reduction to $300 (unanimous)
• Approved Rural Water District #1 road crossing request (unanimous)
• Approved change order for Emergency Management Building brick repair (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Caterpillar 310 attachments for $3,025 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 18-inch ditch compacting wheel from Foleys for $6,694 (unanimous)
• Approved JAG Grant (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review weekly reports from various county departments and discuss the budget with the County Treasurer. The agenda also includes a request to approve a change order for the Courthouse Security Project.

• Approval of change order for Courthouse Security Project
• Budget discussion with County Treasurer Sherri Childs
• Weekly reports from Public Works, Human Resources, Finance, and County Clerk

The Geary County Commission denied Change Order No. 003 for the courthouse security building, approved multiple capital improvement expenditures, and voted to withhold funding from the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter. They also approved several routine items including vouchers, minutes, and an ad purchase.

• Denied Change Order No. 003 for courthouse security building (unanimous)
• Approved $13,458 for replacement of two heat pumps (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for County Office Building carpet replacement (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding on salt sand bunker and equipment storage shed (unanimous)
• Approved withholding funding from Fresh Start Emergency Shelter (unanimous)
• Approved ad in Kansas Visitors Guide for $7,681 (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for photo & video content creator (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of auto special salaries to treasurer's budget (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Planning Commission is reviewing two land-use applications. The body will discuss a conditional use permit for energy infrastructure and a special use permit for a business in Junction City.

• Conditional Use Permit for an electric substation and solar array near 11500 S K57 Hwy
• Special Use Permit for a tattoo studio at 314 E Chestnut St. Junction City, KS

The Planning Commission deadlocked 3-3 on a conditional use permit for a solar farm and electric substation near 11500 S K57 Hwy, so the motion was sent to the county commission with no recommendation. The commission unanimously approved a special use permit for a tattoo studio at 314 E Chestnut St. The April 11 minutes were approved with a clarification.

• Approved April 11 minutes with clarification (unanimous)
• Conditional use permit for solar farm/substation tied 3-3, sent to county commission with no recommendation
• Approved special use permit for tattoo studio at 314 E Chestnut St (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to receive routine monthly and bi-weekly reports from county officials, including the Rural Fire Chief, Public Works Administrator, Finance Officer, and County Clerk. They will also consider a proclamation for Mental Health Month and hold an executive session regarding non-elected personnel. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Proclamation for Mental Health Month
• Monthly report from Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director Garry Berges
• Bi-weekly report from Public Works Administrator Corey Trumpp
• Weekly reports from Human Resources Director Crystal Malchose, Finance Officer Tami Robison, and County Clerk Rebecca Nordyke
• Executive session on non-elected personnel

The commission adopted Resolution 5-02-2022 committing up to $3.5 million in grant funds to Geary Community Hospital, and approved a $500,000 check to the hospital. They also approved a $327,360 chip seal bid from Vance Brothers for 15.8 miles of roads, and approved maintenance contracts with Thermal Comfort Air. Several other routine items were approved, including easements, an election room enlargement, and change orders.

• Adopted Resolution 5-02-2022 for hospital funding up to $3.5M (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 check to Geary Community Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved Vance Brothers MC-800 oil bid at $3.41/gal, total $327,360 (unanimous)
• Approved Thermal Comfort Air maintenance contracts (unanimous)
• Approved easements for chip seal stockpiles from Stilwell and Glessner (unanimous)
• Approved enlargement of election room for $881 (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-358, 2021-377, 2021-378 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 21 and April 28, 2022 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The commissioners will review weekly and monthly reports from various county departments. The agenda includes discussions on fire station bids and the approval of community corrections budgets.

• Fire Station Bids presented by Garry Berges
• Approval of juvenile and adult compensation plans and budgets
• Monthly report from Sheriff Dan Jackson
• Monthly Board of Health Meeting with Charles Martinez

The commission approved a $500,000 ARPA grant to support Geary Community Hospital as a full-service hospital, and approved two new fire station proposals funded by ARPA. They also approved Juneteenth as a county holiday, the juvenile and adult community corrections budgets, and several other funding items.

• Approved $500,000 ARPA grant for Geary Community Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved both fire station proposals plus Public Works addition, funded by ARPA (unanimous)
• Approved $11,512.55 for Sewer #4 cleaning from ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved Juneteenth as county holiday; Columbus Day becomes training day (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 to Juneteenth committee from General Fund (unanimous)
• Approved juvenile comp plan and budget of $644,225.06 for FY 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved adult comp plan and budget of $540,723.74 (unanimous)
• Approved Reinvestment grant of $125,000 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and department head updates. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital.

• Open RFPs for two rural fire stations
• Financial Reports from Finance Officer Tami Robison
• Quarterly Ambulance Report from Junction City Fire Chief Jason Lankas
• Executive Session regarding Geary Community Hospital legal matters

The commission denied Mr. Royse's conditional use permit request for an RV park and storage facility, after the applicant withdrew the RV park portion. The storage facility request will need to go back through the MPC process. The commission also approved a $15,000 employee market study, a federal funds exchange, and a resolution supporting a hospital transition letter of intent.

• Denied Mr. Royse's conditional use permit for RV park and storage facility (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 market study proposal from Arnold Group (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Communications advertising contract through 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Kaw Valley weight limit recommendation on Milford Lake Road (unanimous)
• Accepted 2022 federal funds exchange of $127,845.65 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 04-18-2022 for gate installation on Laurel Canyon Road (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 4-18-2022A endorsing hospital transition letter of intent (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-370 through 2021-376 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to approve vouchers, hear the county clerk's weekly report, and receive a finance officer's update on the 2022 audit and ARPA funds. The agenda is otherwise routine and procedural, with no public hearings or major policy items listed.

• Voucher approval
• County Clerk weekly report
• 2022 Audit and ARPA funds update

The Geary County Commission declared a local disaster emergency to aid firefighting, approved multiple change orders, joined the Old Trooper Regiment, appointed a KAC voting delegate, and approved an audit engagement letter. No decision was made on the hospital's ARPA fund request, which was discussed but tabled until Commissioner Giordano returns.

• Declared State of Local Disaster Emergency via Resolution 04082022
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-360 through 2021-369 (2-0)
• Approved joining Old Trooper Regiment with $400 invoice (2-0)
• Appointed Chairman Tyson as KAC voting delegate and voted yes on HR affiliate (2-0)
• Approved audit engagement letter with James Gordon & Associates for $55,350 (2-0)
• Approved letter of support for library tax credits (2-0)

Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will review applications for a duplex residential investment and a group home. The commission will also consider a text amendment regarding dog pens in front yards.

• Special Use Permit for Edward Jones Investment at 237 W Spruce St
• Text amendment to prohibit dog pens in required front yards
• Conditional Use permit for a group home at 540 W 12th St

The Junction City/Milford/Geary County Metropolitan Planning Commission approved a special use permit for Edward Jones Investment at 237 W Spruce St, a text amendment prohibiting dog pens in required front yards, and a conditional use permit for a group home at 540 W 12th St. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved special use permit for Edward Jones Investment at 237 W Spruce St (unanimous)
• Approved text amendment prohibiting dog pens in required front yards (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for group home at 540 W 12th St with one person per bedroom requirement (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review and update county matters, including a conditional use permit for an RV park, monthly reports from various departments, and a discussion on the 2023 budget baseline. The agenda also includes executive sessions for legal and personnel matters, and a public comment period.

• Conditional Use Permit for RV Park (Troy Livingston, GIS/Planning and Zoning)
• Cereal Malt Beverage License for Thunderbird Marina (approval)
• 2023 Budget Baseline Discussion (Tami Robison, Finance Officer)
• Handicap accessibility at Courthouse (Nikki Davenport, Brett Deam, Corey Trumpp)
• Open RFPs for Cloud County Community College - Geary County Campus mowing

The commission deadlocked 1-1 on whether to decide the RV park conditional use permit at Highway 57 and 77, with Commissioner Giordano wanting to deny and Chairman Tyson wanting to send it back to the MPC. The item was tabled until Commissioner Ascher returns. The commission also approved several administrative items, including a $29,772 workers' comp refund deposit, a pay increase for the HR director, and multiple construction contracts.

• RV park conditional use permit tabled (1-1 deadlock)
• Approved $29,772 workers' comp refund deposit to Employees Benefits fund
• Approved HR director pay increase and rescission of resignation (2-0)
• Approved ADA courtroom access via change order (2-0)
• Approved bore water/power line at 9108 Quarry Rd (2-0)
• Approved Rikoric Masonry bid $8,908.11 for emergency building wall repair, waived purchase policy (2-0)
• Approved Rock Bottom Trucking bid $16,598.40 for chip seal hauling (2-0)
• Approved Thunderbird Marina cereal malt beverage licenses (2-0)

Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hear a grant announcement from the United Way Director and receive monthly reports from the Sheriff and Health Department. The agenda also includes a citizen request regarding a zoning change at Highway 57 and 77.

• Grant announcement by United Way Director Nichole Mader
• Zoning request change at Highway 57 and 77
• Monthly report from Sheriff Dan Jackson
• Executive Session regarding Geary Community Hospital legal matters
• Update on Pennell Building Project from County Attorney Krista L. Blaisdell

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to review and update county business, approve vouchers, and receive weekly reports from department heads. They will also hear annual reports and funding requests from local organizations, including the 4H/Senior Citizens Building Committee and the Food Pantry.

• Voucher approval
• 4H/Senior Citizens Building Committee annual report
• Community Corrections discussion on rent
• Food Pantry funding request

Planning Commission

The Junction City/Geary County Metropolitan Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals are meeting to review several land-use requests. The body will consider rezoning a property on N Spring Valley Rd and evaluate permits for a tattoo studio, a preschool, and an RV campground.

• Rezoning request for 1221 N Spring Valley Rd from Suburban Residential to Multiple Family Residential
• Special Use Permit for a tattoo studio at 314 E Chestnut St
• Conditional Use Permit for a preschool on property zoned General Residential
• Conditional Use Permit for an RV campground with boat and RV storage on Suburban Residential property
• Plat consideration for Aging Well Addition

The commission recommended denying a conditional use permit for an RV campground with boat and RV storage on property zoned suburban residential, citing public concerns and unanswered questions. It also approved a conditional use permit for a preschool, a special use permit for an accessory structure, and a rezoning and plat for an assisted living facility.

• Approved conditional use permit for preschool at 1132 Southwind Dr with conditions: max 12 kids, 5 parking spaces, privacy fence on south side (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for accessory structure at 115 E 16th St (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of conditional use permit for RV campground at Hwy 57 & 77 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1221 N Spring Valley Rd from RS to RM and plat for Aging Well Addition (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to hold an executive session regarding legal matters concerning Geary Community Hospital. The agenda contains only this item and adjournment, with no other business listed.

• Executive session on Geary Community Hospital legal matters

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to receive routine monthly and bi-weekly reports from county staff, including the Rural Fire Chief, Public Works Administrator, and County Clerk. The board will also hold a work session on Neighborhood Revitalization Areas and enter an executive session on legal matters related to Geary Community Hospital.

• Monthly report from Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director Garry Berges
• Executive session on legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital
• Bi-weekly report from Public Works Administrator Corey Trumpp
• CVB board appointments and update from Donna Price
• Work session on Neighborhood Revitalization Areas

The Geary County Commission approved replacing the Lyon Creek-77 and Laurel Canyon rural fire stations, each estimated at $110,000, and authorized staff to seek RFPs. They also approved $4,700 for a security door at the Emergency Management office, a sewer maintenance contract, and right-of-way easements for a city road project. A motion for commissioners to take a $5,000 pay cut failed for lack of a second.

• Approved replacing Lyon Creek-77 and Laurel Canyon fire stations (~$110,000 each) (unanimous)
• Approved $4,700 security door at Emergency Management office (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works recommendation for Sewer District #4 work (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way and temporary construction easements for St. Mary's Rd project (unanimous)
• Appointed Mike Rhodes to PBC board (unanimous)
• Appointed 10 members to CVB Advisory Board (2-1, Ascher nay)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-330 through 2021-346 (unanimous)
• Motion for $5,000 commissioner pay cut died for lack of second

Commissioners

The meeting includes public comments and various departmental reports. Items include a review of sealed bids for a firetruck water tank and discussions regarding a funding request from Sundown Salute Representatives.

• Open sealed bids for firetruck water tank
• Discussion on Sundown Salute Representatives funding request
• Monthly Board of Health Meeting with Interim Administrator Charles Martinez
• Weekly reports from County Clerk and Human Resources Director

The commission rescinded its Dec. 20, 2021 motion to fund the courthouse security building with $624,665 in ARPA funds and $104,287 from PBC funds. Instead, they approved splitting the $728,952 project equally between ARPA and PBC funds, leaving $432,534.36 in the PBC account. They also approved a $10,195.90 firetruck tank bid, a $5,000 Sundown Salute donation, and the hiring of Tammy Roberson as county financial person.

• Rescinded Dec. 20, 2021 ARPA/PBC courthouse funding motion; approved 50/50 split (all aye)
• Approved Plas-Mac firetruck poly tank bid for $10,195.90 (all aye)
• Approved $5,000 budget donation to Sundown Salute (all aye)
• Approved hiring Tammy Roberson as Geary County financial person (all aye)
• Approved hiring an LPN for the Health Department (all aye)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-312 and 2021-321 through 2021-329 (all aye)
• Approved minutes for Feb. 22, 2022 (all aye)
• Agreed to have mechanic inspect motor at Hess & Sons for military truck

Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special commission meeting starting at 10:00 a.m. The agenda includes executive sessions regarding the recruitment of non-elected personnel.

• Special Commission Meeting beginning at 10:00 a.m.
• Executive Sessions for non-elected personnel recruitment

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, department reports, and approval of vouchers. They will open sealed RFPs for sewer maintenance in Sewer District #4 and hold an executive session on Geary Community Hospital legal matters.

• Open sealed RFPs for cleaning/vacuuming/CCTV inspection of sewer main in Sewer District #4
• Executive session regarding Geary Community Hospital legal matters
• Voucher approval
• Weekly reports from Human Resources, Public Works, and County Clerk
• Quarterly report from Economic Development Director

The commission approved the Van Diest noxious weed chemical bid, a professional services agreement with Kaw Valley Engineering for a bridge replacement near Wreford, and a construction engineering inspection agreement for the Conroe Bridge project. They also approved vouchers, change orders, and letters of support for grant funding. Several items were discussed but no action was taken on the sewer RFP bids, which were tabled for review.

• Approved Van Diest noxious weed chemical bid of $44,729.00 (2-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Kaw Valley Engineering for bridge replacement near Wreford, $40,163.20 (2-0)
• Approved Evergy request to rebuild road crossing in county right-of-way (3-0)
• Approved Johnson Controls Fire Protection proposal for courthouse sprinkler inspection, est. $2,394.00 (2-0)
• Approved Conroe Bridge engineering inspection agreement with Kaw Valley Engineering (2-0, Ascher abstained)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-316 through 2021-320 (3-0)
• Signed letter of support for Konza Prairie Community Health Center BASE grant funding
• Signed letter of support for new I-70 interchange at Taylor Road

Commissioners

The Geary County Commissioners will meet to consider a request from Junction City Manager Allen Dinkel regarding the approval of a Neighborhood Revitalization Plan. The agenda also includes weekly reports from Human Resources and the County Clerk, as well as updates from the CVB Director.

• Request approval of Neighborhood Revitalization Plan
• Weekly report from Human Resources Director Crystal Malchose
• Monthly update from CVB Director Donna Price
• Weekly report from County Clerk Rebecca Nordyke
• Presentation by Paul Alpers, American Crappie Trail

The Geary County Commission approved a $350 sponsorship for a table at the Crimestoppers banquet and agreed to award $5,500 in CVB marketing grants to six local organizations. They also approved commission change orders and the Jackson Township Annual Report. Several items were discussed but not decided, including the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan and fishing tournament contracts, which were tabled for further review.

• Approved $350 sponsorship for Crimestoppers banquet table (unanimous)
• Approved CVB marketing grants totaling $5,500 to six organizations (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-311 and 2021-313 through 2021-315 (unanimous)
• Approved Jackson Township Annual Report (unanimous)
• Signed letter of support for Aging Well Senior Living BASE grant application

Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will review several land use requests. These include a conditional use permit for a preschool and a special use permit for an accessory structure. The board will also consider a permit for a recreational vehicle campground with boat and RV storage.

• Conditional Use Permit for a preschool on 'RG' General Residential property
• Special Use Permit for an accessory structure on 'RM' Multi-family Residential property
• Conditional Use Permit for a Recreational Vehicle Campground with boat and RV storage on 'SR' Suburban Residential property

Commissioners

The Geary County Commissioners have scheduled a special commission meeting for February 11, 2022. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss legal matters related to Geary Community Hospital.

• Executive Session regarding Geary Community Hospital Legal Matters

Commissioners

The agenda includes monthly and weekly reports from various county department heads. The Commission will also discuss the tax sale and review a resolution regarding surveyors for plat reviews.

• Tax Sale Discussion
• Sealed Bid Opening for noxious weed chemicals
• Review/Update Resolution 04-16-2012A appointing surveyors to review plats
• Executive Session regarding Geary Community Hospital Legal Matters
• Executive Sessions for non-elected personnel recruitment

The Geary County Commission approved a contract with Twin Valley for internet and phone service for Public Works, Noxious Weed, and the Transfer Station, pending verification of amounts. They also approved a resolution appointing co-county land surveyors, a proclamation for Black History Month, appointments to the Rural Fire Department Advisory Committee, and a $2,296 emergency plumbing repair. No action was taken in executive sessions.

• Approved Twin Valley internet/phone contract for Public Works, Noxious Weed, Transfer Station (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 02-07-2022a appointing Leon Osbourn and Jason Loader as co-county land surveyors (all aye)
• Adopted Proclamation 02-07-2022 declaring February as Black History Month (all aye)
• Appointed seven members to Rural Fire Department Advisory Committee (all aye)
• Approved C&K Plumbing emergency repair quote of $2,296 for DMV sewer pipe (all aye)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-307 through 2021-310 (all aye)
• Approved selling unclaimed dog kennels as scrap iron (commission consensus)
• Approved selling 37 old commission room chairs at auction (commission consensus)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission will meet to approve vouchers, receive an update on ARPA funds, discuss the Acorns Resort IRB issue with bond counsel, and hold an executive session on legal matters regarding Geary Community Hospital bonds. The agenda also includes a weekly report from the County Clerk and a press conference.

• Approval of Vouchers
• ARPA Funds Update by Matthew Hanson, Witt O'Brien's
• Acorns Resort IRB Issue with Kevin Cowan, Gilmore and Bell
• Executive session on Geary Community Hospital bonds
• County Clerk weekly report

The commission approved Resolution 1-31-2022, publicly committing monetary support to Geary Community Hospital to prevent service reductions and maintain full inpatient services, including an ICU. They also approved commission change orders 2021-298 through 2021-306 and the January 24, 2022 minutes. Discussions covered ARPA fund uses, Spark grant applications, and Acorn Resorts' tax incentives, but no final decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved Resolution 1-31-2022 supporting Geary Community Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-298 through 2021-306 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 24, 2022 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is holding a special meeting at 2:30 p.m. to discuss matters related to Geary Community Hospital. The agenda contains no other items.

• Special meeting at 2:30 p.m.
• Discussion of Geary Community Hospital matters

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to receive monthly and weekly reports from county officials, including the sheriff, human resources, health department, and county clerk. They will also hear an update from Cloud County Community College on its welding program and space needs, and discuss a sports complex update. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session on legal matters.

• Cloud County Community College welding program update and space needs discussion
• Sheriff Dan Jackson monthly report
• Health Department monthly Board of Health meeting with Interim Administrator Charles Martinez
• Sports complex update from Brad Roether, Brett Deam, Adam Wilkey
• Executive session on legal matters related to public works

The commission approved a $50,000 contribution to Cloud County Community College for its new welding program, funded from the Cloud County rental fund. The commission also approved an indigent contract with Allen and Associates Law, LLC, and approved several change orders and a Fair Board appointment. No action was taken in executive sessions regarding the hospital or other legal matters.

• Approved $50,000 for Cloud County Community College welding program (3-0)
• Approved indigent contract with Allen and Associates Law, LLC (3-0)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-291, 2021-296, 2021-297 (2-0, Giordano abstained on 2021-295)
• Appointed Kimberly Stewart to the Fair Board (3-0)
• Approved minutes from January 18, 2022 (3-0)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including public comment, approving vouchers, and receiving weekly reports from county staff. The agenda includes updates from Human Resources, Public Works, EMS, and the County Clerk, followed by a press conference.

• Voucher Approval
• Crystal Malchose, Human Resources Director, Weekly Report
• Corey Trumpp, Public Works Administrator, Bi-weekly Report
• Kent Vosburg, Junction City EMS Division Chief, Quarterly Ambulance Report
• Rebecca Nordyke, County Clerk, Weekly Report

The commission voted to demolish the entire west storage part of the Wilhoite Building, with costs partially covered by insurance. They also approved a change order for the Sewer #4 lagoon project, a sign for Munson Road, and added a temporary full-time customer service position in the Treasurer's office funded by ARPA or Auto Special funds.

• Approved demolition of Wilhoite Building west storage (unanimous)
• Approved Sewer #4 lagoon construction Change Order #2 up to $75,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $280 payment for Munson Road Pavement Ends sign (unanimous)
• Approved adding temporary full-time customer service position in Treasurer's office with $6,200 extra from ARPA or Auto Special (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1-18-2022 for Rural Opportunity Zone student loan repayment program (unanimous)
• Approved Fair Board appointments for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-263 through 2021-290 and 2021-292 through 2021-294 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 27, 2021, January 3, 2022, and January 10, 2022 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Geary County Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including public comment, voucher approvals, and department reports. They will also review and possibly approve bids for the Visitor's Guide and billboard contract, and hold an executive session with the hospital board on legal matters.

• Review and update on Flinthills Regional Council dues
• Approval of bids for Visitor's Guide and billboard contract
• Cereal malt beverage approval for Clem's Convenience
• Executive session with Geary Community Hospital Board on legal matters
• Reorganization of Commission

The Geary County Commission voted to cancel all contracts related to the emergency operations center (EOC) project, except for the installation of double doors, after concerns about costs and space. The commission also approved a dues increase for the Flint Hills Regional Council, reorganized leadership for 2022, and approved routine items such as vouchers, licenses, and leases.

• Approved Flint Hills Regional Council dues increase (all aye)
• Elected Alex Tyson as chairman, Trish Giordano as vice-chairman, Keith Ascher as secretary for 2022 (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 01-10-2022 waiving GAAP accounting requirements (all aye)
• Re-appointed John Moyer, Tony Van Buren, and Sheriff Dan Jackson to E911 board (all aye)
• Voted to exit all EOC contracts except double doors (all aye)
• Approved Commission Change Orders 2021-196, 2021-203, 2021-245-246, 2021-248-262 (all aye)
• Approved Milford Township Annual Report (all aye)
• Approved cereal malt beverage license for Clem's Convenience Corner (all aye)

Planning Commission

The Junction City/Geary County Metropolitan Planning Commission will meet to review a final plat. The Board of Zoning Appeals has no items listed for this meeting.

• Case No. FP-01-01-22: Final Plat of RH Construction Addition to Junction City

The commission unanimously approved the final plat for RH Construction Addition to Junction City, a replat needed for a storage unit building permit. The property, formerly the FSA building, was unplatted with a metes and bounds description. Recording will occur after taxes are paid, expected in April or May.

• Approved October 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final plat FP-01-01-22 for RH Construction Addition (unanimous)

Commissioners

The meeting includes weekly and monthly reports from various county officials and department heads. The agenda also features an update from the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter board members and a report from the Rural Fire Chief.

• Monthly Report from Garry Berges, Rural Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director
• Update from Board Members of Fresh Start Emergency Shelter
• Weekly Report from Crystal Malchose, Human Resources Director
• Bi-weekly Report from Corey Trumpp, Public Works Administrator
• Executive Session with Geary Community Hospital Board of Trustees Executive Committee regarding legal matters

The Geary County Commission, lacking a quorum initially, heard reports and later approved several items, including a new personnel policy, indigent contracts, and various public works contracts. The commission also discussed the Geary Community Hospital's financial situation and entered executive sessions, but took no formal action on the hospital. The meeting was largely procedural with multiple approvals.

• Approved personnel policy No. 20.13 on call-in, call-out, standby, and on-call time (2-0)
• Approved indigent contracts for Jeffery Adam and Joycelyn Randle for 2022 (2-0)
• Approved allowing Assistant Public Works Administrator Jeremie Myers to drive a county vehicle home (2-0)
• Approved F & R Swine's yearly petition for temporary effluent hose along county roads (2-0)
• Approved $2,685.19 for door fobs at Pennell Building south door (2-0)
• Approved Witts Mowing Service for courthouse snow/ice removal when needed (2-0)
• Accepted Munson Road change order reducing cost by $10,661.15 (2-0)
• Approved replacement of Health Department fire alarm system at $11,254.61 (2-0)