Junction City public meetings in 2022
46 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will review several items including a $2.4 million appropriation ordinance and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the East 6th Street Bridge Replacement Project and the Old High School Property.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-24 in the amount of $2,412,729.21
- $34,496.00 streetlight cost increase for East 6th Street Bridge Replacement Project
- $78,660.50 purchase of a 2022 Utility Bed Truck from Andy Mohr Truck Center
- Discussion on rescinding the offer for the Old High School Property
- Application for the KDOT Airport Improvement Program Grant
The City Commission approved a consent agenda including a $2,412,729.21 appropriation ordinance and various administrative requests. New business approvals included a utility bed truck purchase, a loan agreement with Emprise Bank, and a KDOT grant application for airport improvements.
- Approved Appropriation Ordinance A-24 for $2,412,729.21 (5-0)
- Approved $26,848.50 in pre-approved items (5-0)
- Approved November 2022 ambulance contractual and bad debt adjustments (5-0)
- Approved request to reject purchase of one ton heavy duty dump truck from Shawnee Mission Ford (5-0)
- Approved $34,496.00 cost increase for East 6th Street Bridge streetlights via KDOT (5-0)
- Approved application for KDOT Airport Improvement Program Grant (5-0)
- Approved $78,660.50 purchase of 2022 Utility Bed Truck from Andy Mohr Truck Center (5-0)
- Approved loan agreement with Emprise Bank via Resolution No. R-3027 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from the November 1, 2022 meeting. The board will also consider an offer to purchase two lots in Sutter Woods Subdivision and discuss a proposal from Excel Development Group.
- Offer from C & M Management, LLC to purchase Lots 7 & 8, Block 10 of Sutter Woods Subdivision for $10,000.00
- Discussion on Land Bank Proposal from Excel Development Group
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved two offers to purchase city lots. The board also approved the minutes from the November 1, 2022, meeting.
- Approved $10,000 offer from C & M Management, LLC. for Lots 7 & 8, Block 10 of Sutter Woods Subdivision (5-0)
- Approved $5,000 offer from Excel Development Group for Lots 9-12, Block 1 of Turkey Hollow Addition and a portion of Lot 1, Block 2, Turkey Hollow Addition (5-0)
- Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Commission will consider a 2023 sewer rate increase and several 2022 budget amendments. The agenda includes contracts for C.L. Hoover Opera House roof repairs and utility billing updates. The meeting also addresses fire department agreements and the resignation of Commissioner Nate Butler.
- Ordinance G-1296 regarding a 2023 sewer rate increase
- C.L. Hoover Opera House roof repairs involving Bruce McMillan Architects and Icon Structures, Inc.
- Asset lease/purchase agreement with Clayton Holdings, LLC at a 3.97% interest rate
- Sanitary sewer and water line improvements for the Rosa Meyer property totaling $167,258.00
- Appropriation Ordinance A-23 in the amount of $1,016,425.04
The Commission approved a sewer rate increase for 2023 and the 2022 Budget Amendment. They also accepted Nate Butler's resignation and appointed Bob Story to the City Commission. Multiple infrastructure bids and public safety contracts were approved.
- Approved Ordinance No. G-1296 for 2023 Sewer Rate Increase (5-0)
- Approved 2022 Budget Amendment (5-0)
- Appointed Bob Story to City Commission effective Jan 3, 2023 (4-1)
- Approved Nate Butler's resignation effective Jan 3, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved $382,682.00 asset lease/purchase agreement with Clayton Holdings, LLC (5-0)
- Approved C.L. Hoover Opera House roof repair agreement and bid to Icon Structures, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved Interdiction MOU with Osage County Sheriff's Office (4-1)
- Approved contract with Flock Safety (4-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Commission will consider a public hearing for Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements and a loan application for wastewater funding. The agenda also includes budget appropriations and various city appointments. Additionally, the Commission will review ordinances regarding court costs and utility connections.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-22 for $972,052.86 and pre-approvals of $300,193.50
- Public hearing for Wastewater Treatment Plant Project improvements
- Bid award to Shawnee Mission Ford for a heavy duty dump truck for $93,901.00
- Ordinance S-3264 regarding the Main Street Christmas Market event
- Request for bids to demolish an unsafe structure at 215 West 12th Street
The City Commission approved a loan application for wastewater projects and an amended contract for the Police Officer Association. Other actions included approving a dump truck purchase and authorizing a Christmas market event. A request for demolition bids at 215 West 12th Street was tabled.
- Approved Appropriation Ordinance A-22 for $972,052.86 and pre-approvals for $300,193.50 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. R-3023 for a Kansas Water Pollution Revolving Fund loan for wastewater (5-0)
- Approved amended contract with Junction City Police Officer Association (5-0)
- Approved $93,901.00 bid to Shawnee Mission Ford for a 1 Ton Heavy Duty Dump Truck (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. S-3264 for Main Street Christmas Market and alcohol sales (4-1)
- Approved Ordinance No. G-1295 amending court costs and attorney fees (5-0)
- Tabled demolition bids for 215 West 12th Street until January 3, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Mark Powers to Economic Development Advisory Committee (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank is meeting to review the minutes from the October 18, 2022, meeting. The board will also consider an offer from C&C Homes, LLC to purchase several lots in the Sutter Highlands Subdivision.
- Review of October 18, 2022, meeting minutes
- $17,500.00 offer from C&C Homes, LLC for various lots in Sutter Highlands Subdivision
The Land Bank Board of Trustees approved the sale of multiple lots in the Sutter Highlands Subdivision to C & C Homes, LLC for $17,500. The board also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.
- Approved sale of Lots 5 & 6 Block 6, Lot 21 Block 5, Lots 10 & 11 Block 4, and Lots 14 & 15 Block 9 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision to C & C Homes, LLC for $17,500 (5-0)
- Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The commission will review bids for a new ambulance and fire hoses. They will also consider water treatment plant changes, a gas connection ordinance, and various equipment leases.
- Bid award for new ambulance in the amount of $331,187.13
- Bid award for JCFD fire hose in the amount of $37,538.20
- Payment to Evergy for Freeman Field Airport grant in the amount of $125,205.51
- Lease extension for 42 Yamaha golf carts in the amount of $28,800.00
- Soliciting bids for demolition at 215 West 12th Street
The City Commission approved several infrastructure and equipment purchases, including a new ambulance and fire hose. The board also approved water treatment plant changes and a wastewater consent order. Requests for a structure demolition and a gas connection procedure were tabled.
- Approved Award of Bid to Conrad Fire for a New Ambulance for $331,187.13 (5-0)
- Approved Award of Bid for JCFD Fire Hose to Conrad Fire for $37,538.20 (5-0)
- Approved Appropriation Ordinance A-21 for $1,071,206.61 and pre-approval items for $16,008.50 (5-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 3 for Water Treatment Plant Improvements Phase 2 (5-0)
- Approved KDHE Consent Order for Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant (5-0)
- Approved Second Amendment to Agreement for Services with Veolia Water North-Central, LLC (5-0)
- Approved $125,205.51 payment to Evergy for Airport Obstruction Grant at Freeman Field Airport (4-1)
- Tabled bid solicitation for demolition of structure at 215 West 12th Street (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review the minutes from its October 4, 2022 meeting. The board will also consider four separate offers for the purchase of various lots in the Sutter Highlands and Sutter Woods subdivisions.
- $12,500 offer from Sanchez Construction LLC for lots in Sutter Highlands and Sutter Woods
- $10,000 offer from Athena Lobban for lots in Sutter Highlands
- $10,000 offer from Lee Ash for lots in Manns Ranch Addition #1 and Sutter Woods
- $15,000 offer from Brendan Doyle & Ann-Marie Kennedy for lots in Sutter Highlands
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved four offers to purchase multiple lots in Sutter Highlands, Sutter Woods, and Manns Ranch subdivisions. All motions passed unanimously with 5-0 votes.
- Approved Sanchez Construction LLC purchase of Lots 4-5, Block 9 (Sutter Highlands) & Lots 4-6, Block 1 (Sutter Woods) for $12,500 (5-0)
- Approved Athena Lobban purchase of Lots 10 & 11, Block 9 (Sutter Highlands) for $10,000 (5-0)
- Approved Lee Ash purchase of Lot 13, Block 1 (Manns Ranch) & Lot 1, Block 11 (Sutter Woods) for $10,000 (5-0)
- Approved Brendan Doyle & Ann-Marie Kennedy purchase of Lots 8-9, Block 9 & Lot 28, Block 3 (Sutter Highlands) for $15,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding land annexation near 1705 West 8th Street. The agenda also includes discussions on animal number limitations, water system improvements, and various service contracts.
- Annexation of lands at or near 1705 West 8th Street
- Ordinance G-1293 regarding limits on the number of animals
- Change Order #1 for 2022 Water System Improvements ($274,632.00)
- Agreement with ProCopy for copiers and network printers
- Acceptance of a $15,223.00 Justice Assistance Grant award
The commission unanimously approved Ordinance No. S-3262 to annex land at or near 1705 West 8th Street after a public hearing. They also approved a charter ordinance exempting the city from municipal judge qualification requirements, an ordinance limiting the number of animals, and several other items including a water system change order and a grant award.
- Approved annexation of land at 1705 West 8th Street (5-0)
- Approved Charter Ordinance No. 41 exempting city from municipal judge qualification requirements (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. G-1293 limiting number of animals (5-0)
- Approved waiver of inspection fees for Early Childhood Center and planting grass at old high school site (5-0)
- Approved agreement with ProCopy for copiers and network printers (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Verizon Connect for vehicle tracking hardware and software (5-0)
- Approved KDOT Transportation Alternatives Program for Spring Valley Road Sidewalk Improvements (4-1)
- Approved Change Order #1 for 2022 Water System Improvements not to exceed $274,632.00 (4-1)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
General
The Junction City Land Bank will consider approving minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting. The board will also review several offers to purchase various lots within the Sutter Highlands Subdivision.
- Approval of September 20, 2022 meeting minutes
- $5,000 offer for Lot 9, Block 10, Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- $5,000 offer for Lot 1, Block 13, Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- $12,500 offer for multiple lots in Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- $12,500 offer for multiple lots in Sutter Highlands Subdivision
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved three offers to purchase lots in the Sutter Highlands Subdivision and denied one offer. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lot 9, Block 10 to Patrick & Sonia Johnson for $5,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lot 1, Block 13 to Vincent George Kennedy for $5,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lots 6,7,13 Block 9; Lot 7 Block 6; Lot 22 Block 4 to Italian Development Group for $12,500 (5-0)
- Denied offer from Brendan Doyle & Ann-Marie Kennedy for Lots 8-11 Block 9 & Lot 23 Block 4 for $12,500 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Commission approved Freedom Fest as the city's official Fourth of July celebration, along with several other items including a block party alcohol ordinance, police equipment upgrades, and a sidewalk repair contract. All votes were unanimous except for the sidewalk bid, which passed 4-1.
- Approved consent agenda including $774,014.74 appropriation and $372,095.82 pre-approvals (5-0)
- Approved Freedom Fest as city's Fourth of July celebration (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance S-3263 allowing alcohol sales at 901 N. Washington St. block party on Nov. 11, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved update to Fiscal Policy Section 3.23 for grant fund compliance (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 2 additional police bicycles (5-0)
- Approved police department upgrade to Taser 7 (5-0)
- Awarded 2022 sidewalk & alley repair bid to T&M Concrete Construction for $92,885.50 (4-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from its September 6, 2022 meeting. The board will also consider three offers for the sale of various properties in local subdivisions.
- $15,000.00 offer for Lots 1, 2, & 13, Block 4 of Deer Creek Addition #2
- $15,000.00 offer for Lots 67-69, Block 2 of Sutter Woods Subdivision
- $12,500.00 offer for various lots in Sutter Highlands and Mann's Ranch Addition #1
The Land Bank Board approved three offers to purchase city-owned lots: Edward Palumbo for three lots in Deer Creek Addition #2 ($15,000), Michael & Stephanie Newlon for three lots in Sutter Woods Subdivision ($15,000), and C&C Homes, LLC for five lots in Sutter Highlands and Mann’s Ranch ($12,500). All motions passed unanimously 5-0. The board also approved the minutes from the September 6 meeting.
- Approved minutes from September 6, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lots 1, 2, & 13, Block 4, Deer Creek Addition #2 to Edward J. and Mary E. Paluch for $15,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lots 67-69, Block 2, Sutter Woods Subdivision to Michael & Stephanie Newlon for $15,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lots 19 & 20, Block 5; Lot 8, Block 6; Lot 12, Block 9, Sutter Highlands Subdivision; and Lot 10, Block 8, Mann’s Ranch Addition #1 to C&C Homes, LLC for $12,500 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Commission will consider ordinances to annex lands near 1715 and 1705 West 8th Street. The agenda also includes discussions regarding municipal judge qualifications, pet limits per household, and an EPA Brownfield grant MOU.
- Annexation of lands at or near 1715 and 1705 West 8th Street
- $40,000 request for new fire hose for the Junction City Fire Department
- $35,780.91 payment to Evergy for the Freeman Field Airport Obstruction Grant
- Review of an unsafe or dangerous structure at 1024 South Washington Street
- Appropriation Ordinance A-18 in the amount of $2,513,876.72
The City Commission approved the annexation of land at 1715 West 8th Street via Ordinance S-3261. A public hearing for a separate annexation at 1705 West 8th Street was continued to October 18. The commission also approved a $40,000 fire hose purchase, accepted a federal firefighter grant for vehicle exhaust removal, and denied a counteroffer from USD 475 for land transfer.
- Approved Ordinance S-3261 annexing land at 1715 West 8th Street (5-0)
- Continued public hearing for annexation at 1705 West 8th Street to October 18 (5-0)
- Approved $40,000 fire hose purchase for Junction City Fire Department (5-0)
- Accepted Assistance to Firefighter Grant for vehicle exhaust removal systems (5-0)
- Approved $35,780.91 payment to Evergy for Airport Obstruction Grant at Freeman Field (4-1, Landes opposed)
- Denied counteroffer from USD 475 for land sale and transfer (4-1, Landes opposed)
- Approved consent agenda including $2,513,876.72 in appropriations (5-0)
- Approved EPA Brownfield Community-Wide Assessment Grant MOU with Stantec and Flint Hills Regional Council (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank meeting includes the consideration of minutes from the August 16, 2022, meeting. The board will also review two offers to purchase lots in the Sutter Highlands and Sutter Woods subdivisions.
- Offer from Royal Empire Corporation to purchase Lot 4, Block 12 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $5,000.00
- Offer from John & Kathy Collins to purchase Lot 30, Block 8 of Sutter Woods Subdivision for $5,000.00
- Consideration of August 16th, 2022 meeting minutes
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved two lot sales: one to Royal Empire Corporation for Lot 4, Block 12 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision, and one to John & Kathy Collins for Lot 30, Block 8 of Sutter Woods Subdivision, each for $5,000. The board also approved the minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 meeting (motion by Butler, second by Landes; all ayes)
- Approved sale of Lot 4, Block 12, Sutter Highlands Subdivision to Royal Empire Corporation for $5,000 (motion by Landes, second by Larson; all ayes)
- Approved sale of Lot 30, Block 8, Sutter Woods Subdivision to John & Kathy Collins for $5,000 (motion by Butler, second by Landes; all ayes)
- Adjourned at 6:56 p.m. (motion by Landes, second by Larson; all ayes)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed 2023 budget and a request to exceed the RNR for that budget. The agenda also includes requests to solicit bids for demolishing several dangerous structures and various equipment purchases.
- Public hearings for the proposed 2023 City Budget
- Requests to solicit bids for demolishing structures at 126 West 12th Street, 215 West 12th Street, and other locations
- Purchase of a Lenco Bearcat SWAT vehicle for rescue and SWAT operations
- Award of bid for bulk deicing salt in the amount of $51,300.00
- Appropriation Ordinance A-17 ($1,018,975.15) and pre-approvals ($1,834,123.02)
The City Commission approved the proposed 2023 city budget and a resolution to exceed the revenue neutral rate (RNR) after public hearings. The commission also approved numerous demolition bids for dangerous structures, a SWAT armored vehicle purchase, and a contract for the Junction City Military/Civilian Innovation project.
- Approved Resolution R-3022 to exceed the RNR for the 2023 city budget.
- Approved the proposed 2023 city budget.
- Approved soliciting bids for demolition of structures at 126 West 12th Street, 215 West 12th Street, 226 West 17th Street, 408 West 7th Street (dwelling and garage), 1024 South Washington Street, 823 West 12th Street, and 1042 Grant Avenue, with various extension dates.
- Approved purchase of a Lenco Bearcat SWAT armored vehicle for rescue and SWAT operations.
- Approved changing the POS system from Tee Quest to TeeSnap at Rolling Meadows Clubhouse.
- Approved purchase of a 2022 Red Ford Interceptor Command Vehicle for the Fire Department for up to $51,673.40.
- Approved award of bid for bulk deicing salt to Independent Salt Co. for up to $51,300.00.
- Approved a 4-month contract with Initiatives Inc. for the JMCI project for up to $60,000.00.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank meeting includes the review of minutes from the July 5, 2022, meeting. The board will also consider an offer to purchase Lot 29, Block 3 of the Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $5,000.00.
- Review of July 5, 2022, meeting minutes
- Offer from Patrick Robertson to purchase Lot 29, Block 3 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $5,000.00
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved the amended offer from Patrick Robertson to purchase Lot 29, Block 3 of the Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $5,000. The board also approved the minutes from the July 5, 2022 meeting. Both votes were unanimous.
- Approved amended offer from Patrick Robertson to purchase Lot 29, Block 3 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $5,000 (5-0)
- Approved Land Bank minutes for July 5, 2022 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed wastewater treatment improvements and consider a loan application for water pollution control. The agenda also includes the purchase of three police vehicles and amendments to towing and second-hand dealer regulations.
- Purchase of three 2022 Dodge Durango police vehicles for $199,449.00
- Public hearing regarding proposed wastewater treatment improvements
- Resolution authorizing a loan application with the KDHE for water pollution control
- Amendment to private towing regulations via Ordinance G-1291
- Purchase of a trailer message board from VERMAC for $15,685.00
The Junction City Commission unanimously approved a resolution to apply for a KDHE loan for wastewater treatment improvements, extended auditing services with Adams Brown CPA for three years, authorized the purchase of a trailer message board ($15,685) and three police vehicles ($199,449), and passed ordinances amending private towing regulations and secondhand dealer rules. The consent agenda, including appropriations of $1,414,569.12 and pre-approvals of $473,051.37, was also approved.
- Approved consent agenda including appropriations of $1,414,569.12 and pre-approvals of $473,051.37 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-3021 to apply for KDHE loan for wastewater treatment improvements (5-0)
- Extended auditing services contract with Adams Brown CPA for three years (5-0)
- Approved purchase of trailer message board from VER-MAC not to exceed $15,685 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of three 2022 Dodge Durango police vehicles from Specialty Vehicle Source not to exceed $199,449 (5-0)
- Passed Ordinance G-1291 amending private towing regulations (5-0)
- Passed Ordinance G-1292 amending secondhand dealer regulations (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will consider new private towing regulations and a request for support and funding for Geary Community Hospital. The agenda also includes amendments for engineering services at the wastewater and water treatment plants.
- Ordinance No. G-1290 regarding private towing regulations
- Request for support and funding for Geary Community Hospital
- Engineering service amendments for wastewater and water treatment plant improvements
- Resolution No. R-3020 to create a bank account for opioid settlement funds
- Agreement with 10-D Security for a city network security assessment
The Junction City Commission approved several items, including Ordinance No. G-1289 on private towing regulations, two amendments for engineering services on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2 Improvements, a resolution creating a new bank account for opioid settlement funds, and an agreement with 10-D Security for a network security assessment. The consent agenda, including appropriations of $2,664,377.76 and payroll for July, was also approved. An executive session on employer-employee negotiations was held with no actions taken.
- Approved consent agenda including $2,664,377.76 appropriation and $17,790.50 pre-approvals (5-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 2 to Service Authorization No. 29 for wastewater plant engineering (5-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 1 to Service Authorization No. 30 for wastewater plant engineering (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. G-1289, Private Towing Regulations (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. R-3020, creating new bank account for opioid settlement funds (5-0)
- Approved agreement with 10-D Security for independent network security assessment (5-0)
- Held executive session on employer-employee negotiations; no actions taken
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a $1,191,732.05 appropriation ordinance and funding requests for Geary Community Hospital. The agenda also includes discussions on private towing regulations and property annexations.
- Rezoning of 106, 110, 120, & 132 North Eisenhower Drive from RG to CR district
- Appropriation Ordinance A-14 in the amount of $1,191,732.05
- Purchase of a 2022 Dodge Durango Pursuit AWD for $56,383.40
- Adoption of the Geary County Food System Plan via Resolution R-3017
- New private towing regulations under Ordinance G-1289
The Junction City Commission approved the consent agenda, adopted the Geary County Food System Plan, rezoned four properties on North Eisenhower Drive from residential to commercial, approved the purchase of a police vehicle, and set public hearings for two annexations. A request for support and funding for Geary Community Hospital was presented but no motion was made. The private towing regulations ordinance was removed from the agenda.
- Approved consent agenda including $1,191,732.05 appropriation ordinance and $1,089,203.35 pre-approvals (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution R-3017, Geary County Food System Plan (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance S-3260, rezoning 106, 110, 120, & 132 N. Eisenhower Dr. from RG to CR (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 2022 Dodge Durango Pursuit AWD for $56,383.40 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-3018, annexation of 1715 W. 8th St. with public hearing Sept. 20, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-3019, annexation of 1705 W. 8th St. with public hearing Sept. 20, 2022 (5-0)
- Removed Ordinance G-1289 (private towing regulations) from agenda
- No motion on request for support & funding for Geary Community Hospital
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Commission is conducting a work session regarding the final 2023 budget. This meeting is focused on discussing budget details.
- Final 2023 Budget Work Session
The Junction City Commission held a budget work session on July 5, 2022, where City Manager Allen Dinkel discussed the Final 2023 City Budget. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the session; it was a discussion-only work session.
- Discussed Final 2023 City Budget (no action taken)
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review the minutes from its June 21, 2022 meeting. The board will also consider an amended purchase offer for a lot in Turkey Ridge.
- Amended offer from Donald & Belinda Boyer to purchase Lot 1, Block 1 of Turkey Ridge for $39,000.00
- Review of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes
The Junction City Commission approved the 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report/Audit, authorized intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the 2023 budget, and set public hearings for September 6, 2022. They also approved several contracts, including water/wastewater plan update, police equipment, and street repairs. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved consent agenda including $1.74M appropriation ordinance (5-0)
- Approved 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report/Audit (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-3016 to exceed revenue neutral rate for 2023 budget (5-0)
- Authorized publication of revenue neutral rate and set public hearings for Sept 6, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved $24,700 contract with Rafetlis Financial Consultants for water/wastewater plan update (5-0)
- Approved $34,454.65 bid for 15 SWAT rifles from Frontier Justice (5-0)
- Approved $28,908 bid for police department fan project from Big Ass Fans (5-0)
- Approved $22,535 Price Street repairs to Bayer Construction (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will review the 2021 annual audit and discuss plans for the 2023 budget. The meeting includes decisions on several contract awards for police equipment and street repairs.
- Award of bid for SWAT rifles to Frontier Justice ($34,454.65)
- Proposal from Ratelis Financial Consultants for water/wastewater plan update ($24,700.00)
- Price Street repairs contract to Bayer Construction Company, Inc. ($22,535.00)
- Police Department Fan Project award to Big Ass Fans ($28,908.00)
- Special Event Permit application for Junction City Oktoberfest
The Junction City Commission approved Resolution No. R-3016, authorizing the intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the 2023 City Budget, and set public hearings for September 6, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. They also approved the 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report/Audit, a water and wastewater financial plan update, and several police and street repair contracts. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved Resolution No. R-3016 authorizing intent to exceed revenue neutral rate for 2023 budget (5-0)
- Approved publication of revenue neutral rate & city budget, set public hearings for Sept 6, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report/Audit (5-0)
- Approved $24,700 proposal from Rafetlis Financial Consultants for water & wastewater plan update (5-0)
- Approved $34,454.65 bid for 15 SWAT rifles with suppressors from Frontier Justice (5-0)
- Approved $28,908 bid for police department fan project from Big Ass Fans (5-0)
- Approved $22,535 Price Street repairs to Bayer Construction Company (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $1,744,557.31 appropriation ordinance and special event permits (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
General
The Junction City Land Bank is meeting to review minutes from the June 6, 2022, meeting. The board will also consider multiple offers for the purchase of various lots within the Sutter Woods Subdivision.
- Offer from G&G Builders LLC to purchase Lot 65, Block 2, Sutter Woods Subdivision for $5,000.00
- Offer from Gray Grantham to purchase Lot 66, Block 2, Sutter Woods Subdivision for $5,000.00
- Offer from John Carl Collins & Kathy Collins to purchase Lots 31 & 32, Block 8, Sutter Woods Subdivision for $10,000.00
- Offer from John Gleason to purchase Lot 30, Block 2, Sutter Woods Subdivision for $5,000.00
The Junction City Commission unanimously approved nine resolutions declaring structures unsafe and unfit for habitation, giving owners until September 1, 2022 to repair or remove them. It also approved a $493,850 change order for the Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 project, renewed the employee health insurance plan, and authorized several equipment and software purchases. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved consent agenda including $1.1M appropriation ordinance (5-0)
- Approved 9 condemnation resolutions for properties on W. 12th, E. 13th, W. 12th, E. 17th, W. 7th, S. Washington, Grant Ave (5-0 each)
- Approved $493,850 Change Order No. 2 for Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 (5-0)
- Approved renewal of Employee Health Insurance Plan (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 50 computer systems from Softchoice for $51,050 (5-0)
- Approved Fire Department software change to ImageTrend (5-0)
- Approved donation of old SCBA air packs to Ottawa County Rural Fire District #4 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 52 sets of bunker gear for $201,763.12 with ARPA funds (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a $493,850.00 change order for Water Treatment Plant Improvements. The meeting includes public hearings regarding the condemnation of several properties and resolutions to declare them dangerous and unsafe. The commission will also review requests for fire department equipment and computer systems.
- $493,850.00 change order for Water Treatment Plant Improvements
- $201,763.12 purchase of fire department bunker gear using ARPA funds
- Public hearings regarding the condemnation of multiple properties
- $51,050.00 request to purchase 50 computer systems from Softchoice
- Resolutions declaring various structures dangerous and unsafe
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved four offers to purchase vacant lots in the Sutter Woods Subdivision, all at the listed prices. The sales were to G&G Builders LLC, Gray Grantham, John Carl Collins & Kathy Collins, and John Gleason. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved sale of Lot 65, Block 2 to G&G Builders LLC for $5,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lot 66, Block 2 to Gray Grantham for $5,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lots 31 & 32, Block 8 to John Carl Collins & Kathy Collins for $10,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lot 30, Block 2 to John Gleason for $5,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Commission will conduct a work session regarding the 2023 budget. This agenda contains only this single item of new business.
- 2023 Budget Work Session
The Junction City Commission held a budget work session on June 8, 2022, to review proposed 2023 budgets from multiple departments, including ATA Bus, Main Street, Highland Cemetery, C.L. Hoover Opera House, Dorothy Bramlage Library, IT, Legal, Municipal Court, Law Enforcement, Animal Shelter, and Administration. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion and review only. The meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m.
- Reviewed 2023 budget proposals for ATA Bus, Main Street, Highland Cemetery, C.L. Hoover Opera House, Dorothy Bramlage Library, IT, Legal, Municipal Court, Law Enforcement, Animal Shelter, and Administration
- Adjourned at 7:31 p.m. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank is meeting to review minutes from the May 17, 2022, meeting. The board will also consider four offers for the purchase of various lots in local subdivisions.
- $40,000 offer for Lot 1, Block 1 of Turkey Ridge Addition
- $10,000 offer for Lots 14 & 15, Block 3 of Deer Creek Addition #2
- $5,000 offer for Lot 1, Block 10 of Sutter Woods Subdivision
- $12,500 offer for Lot 1, Block 12 of Olivia Farms and Lots 1-4, Block 1 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved four offers to purchase city-owned lots, totaling $67,500. All motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the May 17, 2022 meeting.
- Approved sale of Lot 1, Block 1, Turkey Ridge Addition to Donald & Belinda Boyer for $40,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lots 14 & 15, Block 3, Deer Creek Addition #2 to Fana Mallede for $10,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lot 1, Block 10, Sutter Woods Subdivision to Steven & Donna Price for $5,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of Lot 1, Block 12, Olivia Farms and Lots 1-4, Block 1, Sutter Highlands Subdivision to Redel Family Investments, LLC for $12,500 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of May 17, 2022 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a budget appropriation of approximately $947,736.93 along with several new ordinances. The agenda also includes discussions on a tattoo studio permit and the American Rescue Plan Act proposal. Additionally, the commission will review requests for street closures and lease agreements.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-11 in the amount of $947,736.93
- Special Use Permit for a tattoo studio at 314 East Chestnut Street
- Lease of City Hangar to Raven Aero Services for $1,200 per month
- Change Order #1 for K-18 & Karns Drive Roundabout in the amount of $3,723.85
- Ordinance G-1287 amending nuisances concerning trailers and other vehicles
The Junction City Commission denied a special use permit for a tattoo studio at 314 East Chestnut Street, despite public comments in support. They approved several items including a consent agenda with appropriations, an MOU for a bike boulevard, a change order for a roundabout, and various ordinances. The request to lease the city hangar to Raven Aero Services was tabled.
- Denied Ordinance No. S-3259, special use permit for tattoo studio at 314 E Chestnut (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $947,736.93 appropriation and $96,286.04 pre-approval (5-0)
- Approved MOU with Live Well Geary County and Flint Hills MPO for Junction City Bike Boulevard (5-0)
- Tabled request to lease city hangar to Raven Aero Services at $1,200/month (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #1 for K-18 & Karns Drive Roundabout, $3,723.85 to Smoky Hill, LLC (5-0)
- Approved amendment to JCPD & FOP JCPOA Agreement (5-0)
- Approved MOU between JCPD & USD 475 for 'Stopit' anonymous reporting app (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance G-1287 (nuisances concerning trailers) and G-1288 (front yard accessories) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
General
The Junction City Commission is conducting a work session regarding the 2023 budget. No other new business is listed on this agenda.
- 2023 Budget Work Session
The Junction City Commission held a budget work session on June 6, 2022, where staff presented proposed 2023 budgets for Public Works, Fire Department Building & Codes Enforcement, Parks & Recreation, Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development, and Military Affairs. No formal decisions or votes were made during the session; it was informational only. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. with a unanimous vote.
- Adjourned budget work session at 7:50 p.m. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from the May 3, 2022 meeting. The board will also consider offers to purchase lots in the Sutter Woods Subdivision and Deer Creek Addition #2.
- $15,000.00 offer for Lots 68-70, Block 2 of the Sutter Woods Subdivision
- $10,000.00 offer for Lots 9 & 10, Block 5 of Deer Creek Addition #2
- Review of May 3, 2022 meeting minutes
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved two property purchase offers: one from Charles Carter for Lots 68-70, Block 2 of Sutter Woods Subdivision for $15,000, and one from R & R Developers Inc. for Lots 9 & 10, Block 5 of Deer Creek Addition #2 for $10,000. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the May 3, 2022 meeting.
- Approved minutes from May 3, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved Charles Carter's offer to purchase Lots 68-70, Block 2, Sutter Woods Subdivision for $15,000 (5-0)
- Approved R & R Developers Inc.'s offer to purchase Lots 9 & 10, Block 5, Deer Creek Addition #2 for $10,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will review bids for intersection improvements and blight mowing services. The agenda also includes discussions regarding easements for a new bike/pedestrian trail and the Safe Routes to School Phase I Plan.
- Intersection improvements at Ash Street & Eisenhower Drive ($439,451.85)
- Easements for a 10-ft. Bike/Pedestrian Trail
- Blight mowing contract award ($65 per unit)
- Appropriation Ordinance A-10 ($1,026,338.45)
- Safe Routes to School Phase I Plan presentation
The Junction City Commission approved the consent agenda, including appropriations totaling over $1.2 million, and adopted a proclamation for Gun Violence Awareness Day. They approved the Safe Routes to School Phase I Plan, awarded a $439,451.85 bid for intersection improvements at Ash Street & Eisenhower Drive to J&K Contracting, and approved easements for a bike/pedestrian trail. The commission also awarded a contract blight mowing bid to Munie Greencare Professionals at $65 per unit. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved consent agenda including appropriation ordinance A-10 ($1,026,338.45) and pre-approvals ($211,388.80) (5-0)
- Approved April 2022 ambulance contractual obligation adjustments ($50,499.63) and bad debt adjustments ($13,140.00) (5-0)
- Approved Safe Routes to School Phase I Plan (5-0)
- Awarded bid for intersection improvements at Ash Street & Eisenhower Drive to J&K Contracting, L.C. ($439,451.85) (5-0)
- Approved grant of temporary construction easement for 10-ft. bike/pedestrian trail (5-0)
- Approved grant of permanent utility easement for 10-ft. bike/pedestrian trail (5-0)
- Awarded contract blight mowing bid to Munie Greencare Professionals ($65 per unit) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank is considering minutes from its April 19, 2022 meeting. The board will review purchase offers for several lots in Sutter Highlands, Olivia Farms, and Mann’s Ranch. There is also a request to reserve 13 lots in Olivia Farms 2nd Plat for two years.
- $5,000 offer from Marvin Thompson for Lot 16, Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- $16,000 offer from C & C Homes, LLC for various lots in Olivia Farms and Mann’s Ranch
- Request to reserve 13 lots in Olivia Farms 2nd Plat for two years
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved the sale of Lot 16, Block 5 of Sutter Highlands to Marvin Thompson for $5,000, and approved a $16,000 purchase by C & C Homes, LLC for multiple lots across several subdivisions. The board declined C & C Homes' request to reserve 13 additional lots for two years. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved sale of Lot 16, Block 5, Sutter Highlands to Marvin Thompson for $5,000 (5-0)
- Approved sale of multiple lots to C & C Homes, LLC for $16,000 (5-0)
- Declined C & C Homes' request to reserve 13 lots for 2 years (5-0)
- Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Commission will review resolutions regarding the condemnation of several properties and multiple construction bid awards. The agenda also includes special event permits and various city proclamations.
- Bid award of $1,032,686.19 to Smoky Hill, LLC for Stream Bank Mediation
- Bid award of $934,698.00 to Middlecreek Corporation for 2022 Water System Improvements
- Resolutions setting public hearing dates for the condemnation of multiple properties
- Special Use Permit for Edward Jones Investments at 237 West Spruce Street
- Bid award of $329,998.00 to Bayer Construction Co., Inc. for East 6th Street preservation
The Junction City Commission approved resolutions setting public hearings for the condemnation of nine properties, awarded several infrastructure contracts, and approved a special use permit for Edward Jones Investments. All votes were unanimous except one, where Mayor Underhill voted against the condemnation of 1024 South Washington Street.
- Approved consent agenda including appropriations of $1,197,414.89 and pre-approvals of $148,246.46 (5-0)
- Set public hearing for June 21, 2022 on condemnation of 126 West 12th Street (5-0)
- Set public hearing for June 21, 2022 on condemnation of 211 East 13th Street (5-0)
- Set public hearing for June 21, 2022 on condemnation of 215 West 12th Street (5-0)
- Set public hearing for June 21, 2022 on condemnation of 226 West 17th Street (5-0)
- Set public hearing for June 21, 2022 on condemnation of 408 West 7th Street (garage) (5-0)
- Set public hearing for June 21, 2022 on condemnation of 408 West 7th Street (house) (5-0)
- Set public hearing for June 21, 2022 on condemnation of 823 West 12th Street (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review meeting minutes from April 5, 2022. The board will also consider an offer to purchase Lots 29 & 30, Block 1 of Olivia Farms 2nd Plat for $5,000.00.
- Offer from Shawn Chauncey to purchase Lots 29 & 30, Block 1 of Olivia Farms 2nd Plat for $5,000.00
- Review of April 5, 2022 meeting minutes
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved the sale of Lots 29 & 30, Block 1 of Olivia Farms 2nd Plat to Shawn Chauncey for $5,000. The board also approved the minutes from the April 5, 2022 meeting. Both motions passed unanimously.
- Approved minutes of April 5, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved $5,000 sale of Lots 29 & 30, Block 1, Olivia Farms 2nd Plat to Shawn Chauncey (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will review a rezoning request for North Spring Valley Road and easement requests for the Ash Street and Eisenhower Drive intersection. The agenda also includes discussions on police equipment, library board appointments, and making Juneteenth an official city holiday.
- Rezoning 1221 North Spring Valley Road from 'RS' to 'RM'
- Easements for reconstruction of the Ash Street and Eisenhower Drive intersection
- Purchase of Gen 5 Glock handguns for police duty use
- Appropriation Ordinance A-8 totaling $1,552,775.19 plus $118,640.79 in pre-approvals
- Making Juneteenth an official city holiday
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from the March 15, 2022 meeting. Members will consider two offers to purchase lots in the Sutter Woods Subdivision for $10,000 each. The board will also discuss a request to change pricing for narrow fronted lots.
- $10,000 offer from C&M Management, LLC for Lots 5 & 6, Sutter Woods Subdivision
- $10,000 offer from Iris & Rodney Garces for Lots 49 & 50, Sutter Woods Subdivision
- Request to change Land Bank pricing on narrow fronted lots
The Junction City Land Bank Board approved two offers to purchase lots in the Sutter Woods Subdivision, each for $10,000. The board also discussed a request to change lot pricing on narrow fronted lots, but no action was taken on that item. Minutes from the March 15, 2022 meeting were approved.
- Approved minutes from March 15, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved $10,000 sale of Lots 5 & 6, Block 10 Sutter Woods to C&M Management (5-0)
- Approved $10,000 sale of Lots 49 & 50, Block 2 Sutter Woods to Iris & Rodney Garces (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will review a $4.3 million appropriation ordinance and several city appointments. The agenda also includes requests for utility easements, security camera updates, and bicycle trail construction.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-7 in the amount of $4,308,562.63
- Security camera system update at the Municipal Building for $34,188.93
- Permanent utility easements for a new 8-inch water main costing $10,000.00
- Special Use Permit (Ordinance S-3255) for 115 East 16th Street
- Award packet for the 7th Street Bicycle Boulevard to Pardo Construction LLC
The Junction City Commission approved the consent agenda including $4,308,562.63 in appropriations and pre-approvals, and awarded the 7th Street Bicycle Boulevard project to Pardo Construction LLC. They also approved several easements, a special use permit, a franchise agreement with Evergy, and other routine items, all by unanimous votes.
- Approved consent agenda with $4,308,562.63 appropriations and $361,878.79 pre-approvals (5-0)
- Awarded 7th Street Bicycle Boulevard contract to Pardo Construction LLC (5-0)
- Approved permanent utility easement for 8-inch water main up to $10,000 (5-0)
- Approved temporary and permanent easements for 10-foot bike/pedestrian trail (5-0)
- Approved Special Use Permit for accessory structure at 115 East 16th Street (5-0)
- Approved Evergy Kansas Central franchise agreement (Ordinance G-1286) (5-0)
- Approved $34,188.93 security camera system update at Municipal Building (5-0)
- Approved reappointments to Food Policy Council and Airport Advisory Board (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review the minutes from the February 15, 2022 meeting. The board will also consider an offer from R & R Developers, Inc. to purchase a lot in Deer Creek Addition #2 for $5,000.00.
- Offer from R & R Developers, Inc. to purchase Lot 31, Block 3 Deer Creek Addition #2 for $5,000.00
- Review of February 15, 2022 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will review a $1,856,456.02 appropriation ordinance and several items related to Community Improvement Districts (CID). The agenda also includes public hearings for Chestnut Street developments and discussions regarding backyard chickens.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-6 totaling $1,856,456.02
- Public hearings for CID amendments at 421 and 437 East Chestnut Street
- Bid award to FIT Excavating, Inc. for $256,996.00 for South Eisenhower Drive stormwater improvements
- Purchase of a 2007 Pierce fire truck as a reserve engine
- Discussion regarding allowing chickens in backyards
The Junction City Commission approved several items including amendments and creation of Community Improvement Districts (CIDs) at 421 and 437 East Chestnut Street, development agreements with RPS JC Center, LLC, a $145,000 reserve fire truck purchase, and multiple resolutions for bank account signatures and a tourism grant. They also awarded bids for stormwater improvements and airport lighting, and approved alcohol permits for two events. The commission declined to pursue allowing backyard chickens.
- Approved consent agenda including $1.86M appropriations (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance S-3253 amending CID at 421 E. Chestnut (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance S-3254 creating CID at 437 E. Chestnut (5-0)
- Approved development agreements with RPS JC Center, LLC for Goody's Plaza and Burke's CID (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 2007 Pierce fire truck up to $145,000 (5-0)
- Awarded $256,996 stormwater bid to FIT Excavating (5-0)
- Awarded $258,900.50 airport lighting bid to Phillips Southern Electric (5-0)
- Approved alcohol permits for library and healthcare foundation events (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will review several contract awards, including the 2022 Street Maintenance Program. The meeting also includes funding requests for Freedom Fest and grant applications for tourism and cost-sharing programs.
- Award of bid for the 2022 Street Maintenance Program to Bayer Construction Co., Inc. ($1,734,142.40)
- Lease/purchase agreement for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatuses ($417,662.50)
- Purchase of a 2022 Bandit 15 XP Chipper from K.C. Bobcat ($66,061.60)
- Renovation of North Park Fields 1-3 fences by Kansas Fencing ($66,937.50)
- Funding request and alcohol consumption permit for Freedom Fest
The Junction City Commission approved $50,000 in funding for Freedom Fest, a $1,734,142.40 street maintenance contract with Bayer Construction, and a $417,662.50 lease/purchase agreement for breathing apparatuses. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the Freedom Fest funding. The commission also approved several other bids and agreements, including a golf cart lease and park fence renovation.
- Approved $50,000 Freedom Fest funding (4-0, Butler abstained)
- Approved alcohol consumption at City Gymnasium for Freedom Fest on April 9, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved MOU with Grandview Plaza Police Department (5-0)
- Approved lease/purchase for breathing apparatuses at 2.194% interest (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2987 for $417,662.50 lease/purchase agreement (5-0)
- Approved $66,061.60 chipper purchase and surplus of Eager Beaver 290 (5-0)
- Approved $66,937.50 North Park fence renovation (5-0)
- Approved $1,734,142.40 2022 Street Maintenance Project to Bayer Construction (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review the minutes from its February 1, 2022 meeting. The board will also consider an offer from Joe Alonzo to purchase two lots in Mann's Ranch Addition #2 for $10,000.00.
- Offer from Joe Alonzo to purchase Lots 7 & 8, Block 2 of Mann's Ranch Addition #2 for $10,000.00
- Review of February 1, 2022, meeting minutes
The Junction City Commission approved all items on its agenda, including a consent agenda with appropriations totaling over $2 million. It authorized filing a BASE grant application with the Kansas Department of Commerce and a letter of support for Aging Well's separate BASE grant application. The commission also approved resolutions for asset purchases via lease-purchase, two community improvement districts, a police bicycle purchase, a software server upgrade, municipal building basement repairs, and two sanitary sewer repair contracts.
- Approved consent agenda including appropriations of $1,302,064.04 and pre-approvals of $772,302.02
- Approved purchase of two police bicycles
- Approved Resolution R-2986 authorizing filing for a BASE grant with Kansas Department of Commerce
- Approved letter of support for Aging Well's BASE grant application
- Approved Resolution R-2983 declaring intent to purchase assets via lease-purchase for $417,662.50
- Approved Resolution R-2984 amending a Community Improvement District at 421 East Chestnut St and setting a public hearing for March 15, 2022
- Approved Resolution R-2985 creating a Community Improvement District at 437 East Chestnut St and setting a public hearing for March 15, 2022
- Approved agreement with Tyler Technologies to upgrade public safety software servers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will review several financial appropriations and infrastructure projects. Items include sewer repairs, software upgrades, and the creation of new community improvement districts.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-4 ($1,302,064.04)
- Spring Valley Sanitary Sewer Improvements Phase II bid award ($153,610.00)
- Asset purchase via lease-purchase agreement ($417,662.50)
- Community Improvement Districts on East Chestnut Street
- Sanitary sewer repairs in the 100 Block East between 2nd & 1st Streets ($72,148.00)
The Junction City Commission approved all items on the agenda, including a consent agenda with appropriations totaling over $2 million, two police bicycles, a BASE grant application, a letter of support for Aging Well's grant, a lease-purchase agreement for assets, two community improvement district resolutions, a software upgrade agreement, municipal building basement repairs, and two sewer improvement contracts. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved consent agenda including $1,302,064.04 appropriation and $772,302.02 pre-approvals (5-0)
- Approved purchase of two police bicycles (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2986 authorizing BASE grant application (5-0)
- Approved letter of support for Aging Well BASE grant application (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2983 for lease-purchase agreement of $417,662.50 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2984 amending CID at 421 E. Chestnut, set public hearing for March 15 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2985 creating CID at 437 E. Chestnut, set public hearing for March 15 (5-0)
- Approved sewer contracts: Spring Valley Phase II to J&K Contracting ($153,610) and alley repairs to Middlecreek Corp ($72,148) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from the January 18 meeting and consider an amendment to the pricing policy for land bank lots. The board will also evaluate a $15,000 purchase offer for lots in Sutter Woods Subdivision and a legal correction regarding a sale in Olivia Farms Subdivision.
- $15,000 offer from Kyle Wahl for Lots 49-51, Block 2 of Sutter Woods Subdivision
- Amendment to the Pricing of Lots Land Bank Policy
- Legal correction for the sale of Lot 26, Block 12 of Olivia Farms Subdivision
- Approval of January 18th, 2022 meeting minutes
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees met and approved the minutes from January 18, 2022. They tabled two items: an amendment to the Pricing of Lots Land Bank Policy and a legal correction for the sale of a lot to John & Pia Ison. An offer from Kyle Wahl to purchase lots was withdrawn.
- Approved minutes from January 18, 2022 meeting (4-0)
- Tabled amendment to Pricing of Lots Land Bank Policy (4-0)
- Tabled legal correction for sale to John & Pia Ison (4-0)
- Offer from Kyle Wahl withdrawn
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission is meeting to consider engineering service amendments and a clubhouse remodel bid. The agenda also includes a presentation on FAA funding and a proclamation for Gun Violence Survivor Week.
- Awarding the Rolling Meadows Golf Course Clubhouse Upstairs Remodel bid to Ben Kitchens Painting Co. Inc. in the amount of $37,885.96
- Amendment to the agreement for engineering services with HDR Engineering, Inc.
- Amendment No. 2 to service authorization for Wastewater Treatment Phase 2 Improvements
- Request to surplus and auction a 2000 Pierece Reserve Engine and Equipment
- Renewal of security services contract with American Digital Security at Rolling Meadows Golf Course
The Junction City Commission approved several items, including amendments to engineering service agreements with HDR Engineering for wastewater treatment improvements, a bid for the Rolling Meadows Golf Course clubhouse remodel, and the surplus and auction of a fire engine. The consent agenda, which included appropriations and payroll, was also approved. An executive session was held on a legal matter, but no decisions were made during it.
- Approved consent agenda including $425,610.43 appropriation and $6,964.18 pre-approvals (4-0)
- Approved Amendment to Agreement for Engineering Services with HDR Engineering, Inc. (4-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 2 to Service Authorization No. 29 for Wastewater Treatment Phase 2 Improvements (4-0)
- Approved surplus and auction of 2000 Pierce Reserve Engine and Equipment (4-0)
- Awarded Rolling Meadows Golf Course Clubhouse Upstairs Remodel bid to Ben Kitchens Painting Co. Inc. for $37,885.96 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Land Bank will review minutes from the January 4, 2022 meeting. The board will also discuss land sale procedures and policies and consider a purchase offer for two specific lots.
- $10,000.00 offer to purchase Lots 40 & 41, Block 2 of Mann's Ranch Addition #2
- Discussion on Sale of Land Bank Procedures and Policies
- Review of January 4, 2022 meeting minutes
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved the minutes from the January 4, 2022 meeting. The board voted to table an offer from Tamla Forehand to purchase Lots 40 & 41, Block 2 of Mann's Ranch Addition #2 for $10,000. Discussion was held on the Sale of Land Bank Procedures and Policies, but no action was taken on that item.
- Approved minutes of January 4, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Tabled offer from Tamla Forehand to purchase Lots 40 & 41, Block 2 of Mann's Ranch Addition #2 for $10,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will consider an appropriation ordinance totaling $823,645.96. The agenda includes grant applications for fire department equipment and a right of way grant to Evergy Kansas Central. The commission will also consider declaring a surplus vehicle for auction.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-2 ($823,645.96)
- Fire department grant applications for equipment and exhaust removal systems
- Right of Way grant to Evergy Kansas Central
- Auctioning a surplus 2012 Buick Enclave
- Ambulance contractual obligation adjustments ($36,900.19)
The Junction City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $823,645.96 appropriation ordinance and pre-approval of $481,203.03 in listed items. They also approved granting a right-of-way to Evergy Kansas Central and declaring a 2012 Buick Enclave as surplus for auction. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved consent agenda including appropriation ordinance A-2 for $823,645.96 and pre-approvals totaling $481,203.03 (5-0)
- Approved December 2021 ambulance contractual obligation adjustments for $36,900.19 and bad debt adjustments for $18,059.49 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of January 4, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved request to apply for Walmart Community Grant for Fire Department special operations equipment (5-0)
- Approved request to apply for Assistance to Firefighters Grant for vehicle exhaust removal systems (5-0)
- Approved grant of right-of-way to Evergy Kansas Central (5-0)
- Approved declaring 2012 Buick Enclave as surplus and auctioning it (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will conduct oaths of office for three commissioners and elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor. The agenda includes consideration of contract awards for vehicles, office remodeling, and fire equipment. Additionally, the commission will review budget increases for street maintenance and storm sewer projects.
- Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor
- Bid award for three 2022 Ford Explorers ($118,725.00)
- Spruce Street Storm Sewer Project change order ($3,755.50 increase)
- Municipal Building Office Space remodel bid ($55,516.39)
- Bid award for SCBA Air Packs and compressors ($417,662.50)
The Junction City Commission unanimously approved several bids and change orders, including $417,662.50 for SCBA air packs and compressors, $118,725 for three Ford Explorers, and $55,516.39 for a municipal building remodel. They also approved change orders for the Spruce Street Storm Sewer Project and the 2021 Street Maintenance Project, and authorized applying for a FEMA grant for a new fire engine. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved $417,662.50 bid for SCBA air packs and compressors to MES (5-0)
- Approved $118,725 bid for three 2022 Ford Explorers from Valor Automotive (5-0)
- Approved $55,516.39 bid for municipal building office remodel to DM Construction (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #01 for Spruce Street Storm Sewer Project, +$3,755.50 (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #02 for 2021 Street Maintenance Project, +$20,196.00 (5-0)
- Approved request to apply for FEMA (AFG) grant for new fire engine (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $2,374,367.85 appropriation ordinance (5-0)
- Elected Jeff Underhill as Mayor and Pat Landes as Vice Mayor (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Junction City Land Bank will elect its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The board will also review minutes from the December 21, 2021 meeting. Additionally, members will consider an offer from Douglas Hamilton to purchase Lots 11-13 in Deer Creek Addition #3 for $3,000.00.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Review of December 21, 2021 meeting minutes
- $3,000.00 offer from Douglas Hamilton for Lots 11-13, Block 4 of Deer Creek Addition #3
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees denied an offer from Douglas Hamilton to purchase Lots 11-13, Block 4 of the Deer Creek Addition #3 for $3,000. The board also re-elected Jeff Underhill as chairperson and Pat Landes as vice-chairperson, and approved the minutes from the December 21, 2021 meeting. All votes were unanimous.
- Denied Douglas Hamilton's $3,000 offer for Lots 11-13, Block 4, Deer Creek Addition #3 (5-0)
- Re-elected Jeff Underhill as chairperson and Pat Landes as vice-chairperson (5-0)
- Approved Land Bank minutes from December 21, 2021 meeting (5-0)