Junction City public meetings in 2025
39 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The Junction City Commission, acting as the Land Bank, will consider two resolutions to sell city-owned lots. The offers are from Snook Asset Holdings for $10,000 and Felix Augustin for $5,000. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes.
- Resolution No.15-2025: Sale of Lots 6 & 7, Block 5, Deer Creek Addition No. 2 to Snook Asset Holdings for $10,000
- Resolution No.16-2025: Sale of Lot 6, Block 5, Doc Hargreaves Hilltop Unit No. 2 to Felix Augustin for $5,000
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved two property sales. Resolution No. 15-2025 sold Lots 6 & 7, Block 5 in Deer Creek Addition No. 2 to Snook Asset Holdings, LLC for $10,000. Resolution No. 16-2025 sold Lot 6, Block 5 in Doc Hargreaves Hilltop Unit No. 2 to Felix Augustin for $5,000. Both motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Resolution No. 15-2025: sale to Snook Asset Holdings, LLC for $10,000 (4-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 16-2025: sale to Felix Augustin for $5,000 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission will consider a $2,270,116.19 appropriation ordinance and approve ambulance contract adjustments totaling $47,826.24. A public hearing will address the deannexation of 307 East Spruce Street, and the commission will review several new business items including a grant application, a camera purchase, multiple lot mergers, salary changes, and water‑treatment plant work orders. Special presentations on match day, economic development, and the 2026 NPDES permit will also be given.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-24 for $2,270,116.19 (Dec 2‑17, 2025)
- Ambulance contract adjustments: $27,697.68 plus $20,128.56 bad‑debt adjustment
- Ordinance No. S-3323 to de‑annex property at 307 East Spruce Street
- Parks & Recreation purchase of 27 cameras from INA Alert for $84,091.18
- Change Order #10 for Water Treatment Plant Phase 2, amount $451,238
The Junction City Commission approved a salary schedule with a 6% cost-of-living adjustment and two additional positions, along with several other items including a fire department grant application, camera purchases, lot mergers, and water treatment plant work orders. The deannexation of 307 East Spruce Street was approved with a 3-1 vote, with Commissioner Larson dissenting. All other motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Resolution R-3122, salary schedule with 6% COLA and two additional positions (unanimous)
- Approved deannexation of 307 East Spruce Street (3-1, Larson opposed)
- Approved Fire Department KRAFT grant application with $15,478.10 match (unanimous)
- Approved sole source purchase of 27 cameras from INA Alert for $84,091.18 (unanimous)
- Approved lot mergers at 225/00000 N. Spring Valley Rd, 224-234 E. 5th St, 2415/2421 Brooke Bend, and 635/639 W. 11th St (unanimous)
- Approved Work Change Directives #115 & #116 for Water Treatment Plant Phase 2, $327,462 (unanimous)
- Approved Work Order #10 for Water Treatment Plant Phase 2, $451,238 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R-3123 for Grant Avenue cleanup, removing section 3 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Commission will vote on Appropriation Ordinance A-23 for $3,391,746.29 covering the upcoming fiscal year. It will also consider service contracts, including a $415,050 sanitary sewer cleaning contract for Segment #4, a $247,175 three‑year audit services contract with Forvis Mazars, and a banking services agreement with Central National Bank. Additional agenda items include rezoning 901 West 11th Street from a Mobile Home Park to Multiple Family Residential, and authorizing hazardous tree abatement at 933 West 9th Street.
- Rezoning 901 West 11th Street from Mobile Home Park (MH) to Multiple Family Residential (RM)
- Hazardous tree abatement at 933 West 9th Street (Resolution R-3121)
- Sanitary sewer cleaning contract for Segment #4 to ACE Pipe Cleaning – $415,050
- Audit services contract with Forvis Mazars for FY 2025‑2027 – $247,175
- Banking services contract with Central National Bank for five‑year term starting Jan 1 2026
The commission approved a rezoning of 901 West 11th Street to a Multiple Family Residential District and authorized the removal of a hazardous tree at 933 West 11th Street. It also approved contracts for sewer cleaning ($415,050), audit services ($247,175), banking services, and a Grant Avenue cleanup resolution. A request for $10,000 to fund short‑term housing for the homeless was rejected. The consent agenda was approved as presented.
- Approved Ordinance No. S-3316 rezoning 901 West 11th St (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. R-3121 to abate hazardous tree at 933 West 11th St (unanimous)
- Approved award of $415,050 contract to ACE Pipe Cleaning for Sanitary Sewer Cleaning Segment #4 (unanimous)
- Approved award of $247,175 contract to Forvis Mazars for three‑year audit services (unanimous)
- Approved award of banking services contract to Central National Bank for five‑year term (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. R-3123 for Grant Avenue cleanup (unanimous)
- Rejected $10,000 funding for short‑term housing/motels to the Magdalene Project (2‑3 vote)
- Approved consent agenda as presented (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on several infrastructure bids and change orders, including stormwater improvements and water treatment plant updates. The body will also discuss a sewer and water extension analysis and a cleanup resolution for Grant Avenue.
- Award of bid for Eisenhower Drive Stormwater Improvements to Mayer Specialty Services, LLC for $959,329
- Appropriation Ordinance A-22 in the amount of $3,561,193.15
- Water Treatment Plant Improvements Phase 2 Change Order No. 10 for $327,462
- Sewer/water extension analysis for Old 40 & Oakridge Drive for $617,582.25
- Purchase of Bulk Deicing Salt from Independent Salt Co. for $55,800
The commission approved several financial items, including a $959,329 stormwater improvement contract on Eisenhower Drive and a $55,800 bulk deicing salt purchase. It also adopted a Letter of Understanding with the Junction City Fire Fighters Association Local #3309 and declared December 26, 2025 a city‑staff holiday. Additionally, the commission approved Appropriation Ordinance A-22 for $3,561 ,193.1 5, ambulance adjustments of $26,235.41 and $27,955.13, and Change Order #1 for 12th Street insulation replacement $69,691.05. A resolution on Grant Avenue cleanup was tabled.
- Approved Appropriation Ordinance A-22 for $3,561 ,193.1 5 (unanimous)
- Approved ambulance contractual adjustment $26,235.41 and bad debt adjustment $27,955.13 (unanimous)
- Approved Change Order #1 for 12th Street insulation replacement $69,691.05 (unanimous)
- Approved Letter of Understanding with JCFD & Fire Fighters Association Local #3309 (ayes: Larson, Landes, Gordon, Gutierrez; nay: Pinaire)
- Approved $959,329 stormwater improvements on Eisenhower Drive to Mayer Specialty Services LLC (unanimous)
- Approved $55,800 purchase of bulk deicing salt from Independent Salt Co. (unanimous)
- Approved declaration of Dec 26, 2025 as city staff holiday (unanimous)
- Tabled Resolution R-3120 on Grant Avenue cleanup, removing Section 3 (ayes: Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire; nays: Landes, Larson)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission will consider several consent agenda items, including Appropriation Ordinance A-21 for $866,653.63, a $25,000 CDBG administration agreement, a $41,736 wastewater treatment plant improvement request, payroll approvals, and the October 21st meeting minutes. Special presentations will include proclamations for National Veterans Small Business Week and Home Rule Day, a resolution for Grant Avenue clean‑up, and discussion of potential water‑contamination litigation. New business covers grant discussions, a $36,060 digital sign contract, a $76,000 KDOT traffic‑signal funding match, a $34,875 siren repair request, and a resolution to abate code violations at 1608 Westwood Boulevard. Unfinished business includes a 180‑day extension request for 408 West 7th Street and discussions on Lee Motors and Dunbar deannexation.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-21 – $866,653.63 (p.3)
- CDBG administration agreement with Flint Hills Regional Council – $25,000 (p.39)
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Phase 2 – $41,736 (p.46)
- Award of digital sign contract to Best LED Signs, LLC – $36,060 (p.132)
- KDOT Transportation Emission Reduction Strategy funding – city share $76,000 (p.209)
The commission adopted the consent agenda, which included an $866,653.63 appropriation ordinance and several routine items. It also approved multiple grant and contract awards, including the OLDCC resilience grants, a Kansas Recreational Trails grant, a FLAP bridge repair grant, a digital‑sign contract, and funding for traffic‑signal upgrades. Additional actions approved were siren repairs, a 180‑day extension for a unsafe structure, and scheduling a public hearing on deannexation.
- Approved Appropriation Ordinance A‑21 for $866,653.63 (consent agenda) – Ayes: all five commissioners; Nays: none
- Approved OLDCC Resilience Grants: $100,000 tabletop exercise and $250,000 Comprehensive Plan (90/10 match) – Ayes: all five commissioners; Nays: none
- Approved Kansas Recreational Trails Program Grant application – Ayes: all five commissioners; Nays: none
- Approved Federal Lands Access Program grant for Grant Avenue Bridge repairs – Ayes: all five commissioners; Nays: none
- Awarded digital sign contract to Best LED Signs, LLC for $36,060 – Ayes: all five commissioners; Nays: none
- Approved KDOT Transportation Emission Reduction Strategy funding for traffic signals, city share $76,000 – Ayes: all five commissioners; Nays: none
- Approved siren repair and maintenance contract with L&S Electric LLC for $34,875 – Ayes: all five commissioners; Nays: none
- Approved 180‑day extension for 40B West 7th Street structure – Ayes: Gutierrez, Landes, Gordon, Larson; Abstained: Pinaire; Nays: none
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission will consider several items, including a large appropriation ordinance for $876,803.43, licensing for a cereal malt beverage, a $15,530 road utility repair change order, and a $30,446 grant for vehicle extraction equipment. They will also discuss two dangerous structures, a $119,012 request for opioid funds, and a $39,883.98 sewer treatment award. Unfinished business includes the Eisenhower Roundabout discussion.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-20 – $876,803.43
- Cereal Malt Beverage licenses for 2026
- Change Order #1 – McFarland Road Utility Adjustment repairs – $15,530
- Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant – $30,446 for extraction equipment
- Sewer Root Treatment award to Duke's Control – $39,883.98
The commission approved the $876,803.43 Appropriation Ordinance for the fiscal year. It also approved several project contracts and extensions, including a $15,530 road utility repair, a $30,446 firehouse grant, and a $39,883.98 sewer treatment award. A revote authorized staff to prepare documentation for a property deannexation and approved a roundabout agreement with KDOT. Requests for opioid‑funded mental‑health projects were tabled.
- Approved Appropriation Ordinance A-20 $876,803.43 (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire)
- Approved cereal lvlalt Beverage licenses for 2026 (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire)
- Approved Change Order #1 for McFarland Road Utility repairs $15,530 (ayes: Larson, Landes, Pinaire, Gutierrez; nays: Gordon)
- Approved 6-month extension for unsafe structure at 338 West 1st St (ayes: Gordon, Landes, Larson, Gutierrez; abstained: Pinaire)
- Approved Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant $30,446 (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire)
- Approved Sewer Root Treatment award to Duke's Control $39,883.98 (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire)
- Approved McFarland Road & Eisenhower Drive Roundabout KDOT Agreement No. 482-25 (ayes: Gutierrez, Landes, Larson; nays: Gordon, Pinaire)
- Approved revote to authorize staff to prepare documentation for deannexation of 207 East Spruce St (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gutierrez, Gordon, Pinaire)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on a consent agenda including $3.68M in appropriations and storm damage repairs, plus new business items such as a $1.66M roundabout agreement, rezoning of 904 East 4th Street, and a $390k concrete repairs bid. Also discussed: a $142k donation for Hammond Park upgrades and proclamations for Fire Prevention Week and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
- Consider KDOT Agreement No. 482-25 for McFarland Road and Eisenhower Drive roundabout at $1,659,442
- Consider Ordinance No. S-3314 to rezone 904 East 4th Street from Mobile Home Park to Service Commercial District
- Award citywide concrete repairs bid to T & M Concrete Construction Company for $390,057.60
- Accept donation from Quality Play for All of $142,000 for Hammond Park upgrades
- Approve $79,456.46 and $114,662 for Freeman Field hanger door and roof repairs from August 19th storm
The commission approved a $524,841.80 change order for the 2025 Street Maintenance Program, awarded a $390,057.60 contract to T & M Concrete Construction for citywide concrete repairs, and approved the Trooper Gate Bridge repair contract for $329,624. It also approved the FD Healthy Blue Agreement, accepted a $142,000 donation for Hammond Park upgrades, and rezoned 904 East 4th Street to a Service Commercial District. A motion to approve the East 4th Street mural drawing failed, and a motion to fund the McFarland Road roundabout also failed.
- Approved Change Order #2 for 2025 Street Maintenance Program $524,841.80 (3-2)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5-3314 rezoning 904 East 4th Street to Service Commercial District (5-0)
- Awarded Citywide Concrete Repairs contract to T & M Concrete Construction Co. $390,057.60 (5-0)
- Approved Trooper Gate Bridge repair contract $329,624 (5-0)
- Approved FD Healthy Blue Agreement (5-0)
- Accepted $142,000 donation from Quality Play for All for Hammond Park upgrades (5-0)
- Motion to approve East 4th Street mural drawing failed (2-3)
- Motion to approve KDOT Agreement for McFarland Road roundabout $1,659,442 failed (2-3)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding the 2026 Budget and the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan. The body will also consider several infrastructure change orders and department purchase requests.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-18 for $4,157,107.95
- WWTP Phase 2 Change Proposal Request #026 for $369,100 to replace mechanical bar screen
- JCPD request for Peregrine's unified data platform for $181,300
- JCFD request for department physicals from United Diagnostic for $61,120
- Sanitary Sewer Extension bid award to J & K Contracting L.C. for $35,000
The City Commission approved the 2026 budget and amended the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan. It also approved the consent agenda, a $10,000 request for the Geary County Historical Society, and several contracts and appointments. All motions were carried with the vote counts recorded in the minutes.
- Approved 2026 Budget (ayes: Larson, Landes, Gutierrez; nays: Pinaire, Gordon)
- Approved amendment to Neighborhood Revitalization Plan (ayes: Pinaire, Gordon, Gutierrez; nays: Landes, Larson)
- Approved consent agenda as presented (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire; nays: none)
- Approved Geary County Historical Society $10,000 request (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez; nays: Pinaire)
- Approved appointment of Nilz Klem to Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals (ayes: Larson, Landes, Gordon, Pinaire, Gutierrez; nays: none)
- Approved sole source purchase of Fire Department equipment $61,120 (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire; nays: none)
- Approved JCPD purchase of Peregrine data platform $181,300 (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire; nays: none)
- Approved award of Sanitary Sewer Extension contract $35,000 to J & K Contracting L.C. (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire; nays: none)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The Land Bank is meeting to review meeting minutes from July 15, 2025. The body will consider a resolution to sell multiple lots in the Sutter Woods Subdivision to a private developer.
- Resolution No. 14-2025: Sale of Lot 15, Block 8 and Lots 23-26, Block 5 in Sutter Woods Subdivision to C & C Homes, LLC for $12,500
The Land Bank Board approved the consent agenda. It then approved Resolution No. 14-2025, authorizing the purchase of Lot 15, Block S and Lots 23‑26, Block 5 in the Sutter Woods Subdivision from C&CHomes, LLC for $2,500. Finally, the board adjourned the meeting.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Approved purchase of Sutter Woods lots for $2,500 (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a consent agenda including a $7,780,874.28 appropriation and several utility project change orders. Special presentations address poverty/homelessness and a $10,000 request from the Geary County Historical Society. New business includes a property abatement resolution, a $104,056.70 street maintenance change order, sanitation discussion, and a city manager contract. A public hearing on the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan is rescheduled to September 16.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-17 for $7,780,874.28 covering Aug 5–Sep 3, 2025
- Resolution R-3117 to abate code violations at 328 West 2nd Street
- Street Maintenance Change Order No. 1 for $104,056.70
- WWTP Phase 2 Change Proposal #30 for $40,023 (tank coating) and WTP Improvement Phase 2 Change Directive #110 for $28,238 (chlorine feed points)
- Ambulance contractual obligation adjustments ($36,354.18) and bad debt adjustment ($23,266.85)
The City Commission approved the consent agenda unanimously. It also approved Resolution R‑3117 to abate code violations at 328 West 2nd Street, the $104,056.70 street‑maintenance change order, and an updated public‑hearing date for the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan. All motions passed with no dissent.
- Approved consent agenda (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire; nays: none)
- Approved Resolution R‑3117 to abate conditions at 328 West 2nd Street (ayes: Larson, Landes, Gordon, Pinaire, Gutierrez; nays: none)
- Approved 2025 Street maintenance Change Order No. 1 for $104,056.70 (ayes: Larson, Landes, Gutierrez, Pinaire, Gordon; nays: none)
- Approved update of Neighborhood Revitalization Plan public hearing to Sept 16 2025 (ayes: Larson, Landes, Gutierrez, Pinaire, Gordon; nays: none)
- Approved commissioners’ completion of City Manager performance evaluation (ayes: Gordon, Pinaire, Larson, Landes, Gutierrez; nays: none)
- Tabled decision on Geary County Historical Society $10,000 request (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Pinaire; nays: Gutierrez)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:08 p.m. (ayes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire; nays: none)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Junction City Commission is meeting for a work session focused on the 2026 budget. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting consists of a call to order, the budget discussion, and adjournment.
- 2026 Budget Work Session
Commissioners voted on two budget motions. A motion to have the finance director present two options—one at the recommended and required (R&R) level and another $3 million below R&R—was rejected 2‑3. A subsequent motion to adopt the budget at the R&R level passed 3‑2. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Motion to have finance director present two budget options (R&R and $3 million below) failed (2‑3)
- Motion to adopt budget at R&R level carried (3‑2)
- Motion to adjourn the meeting carried (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The Commission will consider a $11.6M appropriation, a rezoning of two properties on K-18 Hwy, a request for $30,000 in opioid funds for substance abuse scholarships, and a $193,187 bid for insulation replacement at the Community Center. They will also discuss chickens and a salary schedule update.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-15 for $11,597,203.69
- Rezoning of 2504 and 2530 K-18 Hwy from CN to RS
- Fresh Start Emergency Shelter request for $30,000 in opioid funds
- Bid award for insulation replacement at Community Center for $193,187.34
- Discussion on chickens as unfinished business
The commission adopted the consent agenda, which included a $1,597,203.69 appropriation ordinance and several routine approvals. It also approved funding and contracts, such as $30,000 from opioid funds for scholarships, a $193,187.34 insulation contract for the community center, and a $29,924.02 purchase of bunker gear. Additional actions included a $107,763 water‑system change order, the merger of two railroad parcels, rezoning of two highway addresses to residential, and scheduling a public hearing on the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan renewal.
- Approved $1,597,203.69 appropriation ordinance (consent agenda)
- Approved $30,000 Opioid Funds for Fresh Start Emergency Center scholarships
- Approved $193,187.34 contract for community center insulation replacement
- Approved $29,924.02 sole source purchase of bunker gear
- Approved $107,763 Change Order 1 for water system improvements (vote 3-2)
- Approved Ordinance S-3313 merging two railroad parcels
- Approved Ordinance S-3312 rezoning two highway addresses to residential
- Approved notice of public hearing for Neighborhood Revitalization Plan renewal
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Highwind Brewing Company's application for a Small Cities Community Block Grant. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing to consider Highwind Brewing Company's Small Cities Community Block Grant application
The commission held a public hearing on Highwind Brewing Company's Small Cities Community Block Grant application; no public comments were received. Commissioners voted to adjourn the meeting at 5:53 p.m. The motion to adjourn was carried unanimously.
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission
The Junction City Land Bank is meeting to review meeting minutes from June 17, 2025. The body will also consider a resolution regarding a property purchase offer.
- Resolution No. 13-2025: Offer from Michael Boganowski to purchase Lot 4, Block 12 (Doc Hargreaves Hiltop #5) for $5,000
The Land Bank Board approved its consent agenda unanimously. It also approved Resolution No. 13-2025, authorizing the purchase of Lot 4, Block 12 (Doc Hargreaves Hiltop #5) from Michael Boganowski for $5,000. Both motions carried with all trustees voting aye.
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 13-2025 to purchase Lot 4, Block 12 for $5,000 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will meet to conduct a work session regarding the 2026 budget. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- 2026 Budget Work Session
The commission met on July 15, 2025, with all five commissioners present. A presentation on Freedom Fest, Main Street, and ATA Bus was given. The commission voted to adjourn at 7:00 p.m., with a 5‑0 vote in favor. No other actions or decisions were recorded.
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried 5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on several infrastructure contracts and a large appropriation ordinance. The body is also discussing a preliminary tax rate that may exceed the RNR by 3 mills.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-14 in the amount of $2,366,124.81
- FAA Contract for tree obstruction removal at Freeman Field Airport to May Excavating Inc. for $682,617.50
- KDOT Aviation Grant for a Tip Down Beacon Light at Freeman Field Airport totaling $210,000
- Bid award for 2025 Citywide Mastic Crack Repair to Stripe & Seal, LLC for $89,875
- Preliminary tax rate set at 48.022 mills, exceeding the RNR by 3 mills
The commission adopted the consent agenda, which included a $2,366,124.81 appropriation and several smaller items. It approved a series of aviation‑related contracts totaling over $1 M, a $390,000 purchase of property for the Police Department, and other procurement actions such as a citywide elastic crack repair award and an AV system upgrade. Several resolutions were also adopted, including the 2025 CDBG grant application and a salary schedule amendment.
- Approved consent agenda items including $2,366,124.81 appropriation (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-3114 to apply for 2025 CDBG Grant (5-0)
- Approved KDOT Aviation Grant Contract for beacon light at Freeman Field Airport, $210,000 (5-0)
- Approved FAA Tree Obstruction Removal contract at Freeman Field Airport, $682,617.50 (5-0)
- Approved Police Department purchase of 901 S. Washington property, $390,000 (4-1)
- Approved award of citywide elastic crack repair to Stripe & Seal, LLC, $89,875 (5-0)
- Approved AV system upgrade in Municipal Court Building to Redi Systems, $58,633.25 (5-0)
- Approved Joint City/County Clean‑Up event schedule for Aug 4‑10, 2025 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The Commission will hold a work session to discuss the 2026 budget. No other business is scheduled.
- 2026 Budget Work Session
Finance Director Wilcox presented the 2024 actual revenues, 2025 revenue projections, and the proposed 2026 budget. The commission then moved to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded and approved unanimously. No other actions were taken.
- Adjourned meeting at 6:49 p.m. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on several infrastructure contracts and a property purchase for the Police Department. The body is also reviewing a funding request for the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter and a salary schedule resolution.
- Purchase of property for the Police Department for $390,000
- Bid award of $483,830 to J & K Contracting LC for McFarland Road utility improvements
- Appropriation Ordinance A-13 in the amount of $3,329,917.69
- Purchase of Hammond Park playground equipment from Athco for $127,599.19
- Funding request of $45,000 for Fresh Start Emergency Shelter, Inc for 2026
The commission approved the consent agenda and a $44,823.91 change order for alley repairs. It awarded a $483,830 utility‑improvement contract for McFarland Road, purchased playground equipment for Hammond Park for $127,599.19, adopted the Salary Schedule Resolution S‑311, and approved a $390,000 property purchase for the police department. A proclamation naming July 3 2025 as DJ Giddens Day was also adopted.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for 2024 Alley Repairs ($44,823.91) (5-0)
- Awarded $483,830 bid to J & K Contracting for utility improvements on McFarland Road (3-2)
- Approved purchase of playground equipment for Hammond Park ($127,599.19) (5-0)
- Approved Resolution S‑311 Salary Schedule (5-0)
- Approved purchase of police department property ($390,000) (4-1)
- Adopted proclamation declaring July 3 2025 as DJ Giddens Day
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission will convene a work session to discuss the 2026 budget. The meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2025, at the City Commission Room located at 701 N. Jefferson.
- 2026 Budget Work Session
- Call to Order at 6:00 P.M.
- Meeting at 701 N. Jefferson
Department heads presented their 2026 budgets. Commissioners voted to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m.; the motion was carried unanimously. No other actions were taken.
- Adjourned meeting at 9:00 p.m. (motion carried, votes: Landes, Larson, Gordon, Gutierrez, Pinaire)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission
The Junction City Land Bank is meeting to review purchase offers for two different properties. The commission will consider resolutions to sell specific lots in the Sutter Highlands and Sutter Woods subdivisions.
- Resolution No. 11-2025: Offer from Erick Poveda and Diana Neira for Lot 15, Block 1, Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $5,000
- Resolution No. 12-2025: Offer from Drake Waehner for Lots 5 & 6, Block 9, Sutter Woods Subdivision for $10,000
The Land Bank Board approved Resolution No. 10-2025, authorizing the sale of Lot 6, Block 11 and Lots 26, 28, 29, 30, Block 2 in the Sutter Woods Subdivision to G & G Builders LLC for $12,500. The consent agenda was also approved. The meeting was adjourned.
- Approved Resolution No. 10-2025 to sell specified Sutter Woods lots to G & G Builders for $12,500 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will vote on a school resource officer agreement with USD 475 for the upcoming school year, approve a $1.9 million appropriation ordinance, and consider a $120,684 change order for water system improvements. They will also discuss pending litigation regarding a used car dealer on East Chestnut and appointments to the Food Policy Council and Library Board. Several consent items include utility write-offs and ambulance contractual adjustments.
- Consideration of agreement with USD 475 for SRO services during 2025-2026 school year
- Appropriation Ordinance A-12 totaling $1,917,128.50 for June 3–18, 2025
- Approval of Change Order No. 7 for 2024 Water System Improvements in amount of $120,684
- Discussion on pending litigation (24-CV-158) involving used car dealer on East Chestnut
- Authorizing application for a DCIP grant via Resolution R-3110
The commission approved the consent agenda and appointed Sam Steiner to the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Board. It approved an agreement with USD 475 for school resource officer services for the 2025‑2026 school year. Additional actions included approving a $120,684 water system change order, a Highlands Enterprises VA Project addendum, authorizing a DCIP grant application, and deciding not to contest litigation in case 24‑CV‑158.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Appointed Sam Steiner to Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Board (5-0)
- Approved agreement with USD 475 for school resource officer services (5-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 7 for water system improvements ($120,684) (5-0)
- Approved Highlands Enterprises and VA Project Second Addendum (5-0)
- Authorized City Manager to apply for DCIP grant (5-0)
- Decided not to contest litigation in case 24-CV-158 (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:18 p.m. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will meet on June 3, 2025 at 6:40 p.m. in the City Commission Room. The commission will approve the consent agenda, which includes the minutes from the Land Bank meeting on May 20, 2025. The main unfinished business is the consideration of Land Bank Resolution No. 10‑2025, an offer from G & G Builders LLC to purchase Lot 6, Block 11 and Lots 26, 28, 29, 30 in Block 2 of the Sutter Woods Subdivision for $12,500. The meeting will adjourn after these items.
- Approve consent agenda for Land Bank meeting minutes (May 20, 2025)
- Consider Land Bank Resolution No. 10-2025: G & G Builders LLC offer to purchase Lot 6, Block 11; Lots 26, 28, 29, 30, Block 2, Sutter Woods Subdivision for $12,500
The Land Bank Board approved Resolution No. 10-2025, authorizing the purchase of Lot 6, Block 11 and Lots 26, 28, 29, 30, Block 2 in the Sutter Woods Subdivision from G & G Builders LLC for $12,500. The motion passed unanimously. The board also approved the consent agenda without opposition.
- Approved Resolution No. 10-2025 to sell specified Sutter Woods lots to G & G Builders for $12,500 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Commission will consider routine consent items including a $2.98M appropriation ordinance and two special event permits. New business includes a discussion of the 2026 city budget. Unfinished business involves a request to reclassify 430 West 12th Street as safe for occupancy. A special presentation on the Harmony Center is also scheduled.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-11 for $2,983,615.06
- Summer Downtown Special Event Permit for June 6, 2025
- Junction City Juneteenth 30th Anniversary Festival Special Event Permit for June 14, 2025
- 2026 City Budget Discussion
- Request to reclassify 430 West 12th Street as safe for occupancy
The commission approved the consent agenda, which includes a $2,983,615.06 appropriation and several payroll and special event permits. Commissioners also approved reclassifying 430 West 12th Street as safe for occupancy and a $3,500 donation to the Harmony Fest. An executive session was held, after which the meeting was adjourned.
- Approved consent agenda (including $2,983,615.06 appropriation) – all 5 commissioners aye
- Approved reclassification of 430 West 12th St as safe for occupancy (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
- Approved $3,500 donation to Harmony Fest – all 5 commissioners aye
- Recessed into executive session – all 5 commissioners aye
- Returned from executive session – all 5 commissioners aye
- Adjourned meeting – all 5 commissioners aye
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Junction City Land Bank is considering several property transactions: canceling a previous sale and returning a deposit, authorizing deed clearance on a property, amending a purchase agreement due to title issues, and reviewing a new offer from G&G Builders LLC for six lots in Sutter Woods Subdivision.
- Cancellation of Land Bank Resolution 05-2025 for Diman Nuth purchase of Lot 1, Block 1, Deer Creek Addition ($5,000) and return of $500 earnest deposit
- Authorization for city manager, attorney, and broker to clear deed and effectuate sale of 1032 South Washington Street
- Amendment of Land Bank Resolution 22-2024 for Tim & Jeniffer Boos to remove Lot 6, Block 7, Spring Valley Addition #2 and add Lot 24, Block 2, Sutter Woods Subdivision due to title issues
- Consideration of offer from G & G Builders LLC for Lots 24, 26, 28, 29, 30, Block 2, Sutter Woods Subdivision in the amount of $12,500
The Land Bank Board approved the cancellation of Resolution 05‑2025 for the Diman Nuth purchase of Lot 1, Block 1 and returned the $500 earnest deposit. The board also authorized the city manager, city attorney and broker Lance Custer to clear the deed for 1032 South Washington Street to enable its sale. An amendment to Resolution 22‑2024 was approved to accept the Boos offer and adjust lot designations. The offer from c&c Builders LLC for several lots was tabled.
- Cancelled Diman Nuth purchase (Resolution 05‑2025) and returned $500 deposit (unanimous)
- Authorized city manager, attorney, and broker to clear deed for 1032 South Washington St for sale (unanimous)
- Amended Resolution 22‑2024 to accept Boos offer and reassign lot numbers (unanimous)
- Tabled c&c Builders LLC offer for Lots 24, 26, 28‑30, Block 2 ($12,500) (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a $625,363 change order and a contract extension to June 15, 2026, for the Water Treatment Plant Improvements Phase 2, along with a $112,591 amendment for engineering services. Other new business includes a software contract with MyGov for permitting and code enforcement, approval of a demolition bid at 211 E 5th St, and several plat ordinances. The consent agenda covers a $1.99M appropriation ordinance, ambulance fee adjustments, and special event licenses. Unfinished business includes an EMS agreement with the county and a discussion of city improvement projects.
- Change Order No. 9 for Water Treatment Plant Improvements Phase 2: +$625,363 and extension to June 15, 2026
- Amendment No. 5 for engineering services on same project: $112,591
- Agreement with MyGov for permitting, licensing, and code enforcement software: annual increase $3,486 plus one-time $4,750 data migration and $10,435 setup/training
- Award bid to Glessner Dirt Contracting for demolition of 211 E 5th St: $11,044
- Consideration of 2025 EMS Agreement between City and County
The commission approved the consent agenda and a MyGov permitting software agreement with an annual increase of $3,486 plus one‑time fees of $4,750 for data migration and $10,435 for setup. It also approved an $11,044 demolition contract for 211 East 5th Street and several replat ordinances combining multiple parcels. The board adopted a $625,363 change order and a $112,591 amendment for Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 improvements, and approved the 2025 EMS Agreement (Pinaire abstained). Finally, commissioners added the $4,837,000 Westwood Boulevard Mill & Overlay project to the city’s priorities.
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved MyGov software agreement: $3,486 annual increase, $4,750 data migration, $10,435 setup (unanimous)
- Approved demolition contract with Glessner Dirt Contracting for $11,044 (unanimous)
- Approved multiple replat ordinances combining parcels on North Washington, West 18th St, Industrial St, and Hanier Dr (unanimous)
- Approved Change Order No. 9 for Water Treatment Plant Phase 2: $625,363 (unanimous)
- Approved Amendment No. 5 for Water Treatment Plant engineering services: $112,591 (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 EMS Agreement between City & County (approved, Pinaire abstained)
- Approved addition of Westwood Boulevard Mill & Overlay project: $4,837,000 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Commission will vote on a consent agenda including a $2.5 million appropriation and several event permits. New business includes three rezoning ordinances, a police vehicle purchase of $203,196.68, and a lien release. Special presentations include proclamations for Police Week and Public Works Week, and a discussion on a dangerous structure at 408 West 7th Street.
- Appropriation ordinance for $2,538,362.30
- Rezone 409 Skyline Drive from IL to CS
- Rezone 2504 & 2530 K-18 HWY back to Planning & Zoning Commission
- Purchase three police vehicles for $203,196.68
- Denial of special use permit at 131 West 9th Street
The commission voted unanimously to adopt the consent agenda, which included a $2,538,362.30 appropriation ordinance. They also appointed John Triplett to the Library Board, approved several zoning changes, and authorized a $203,196.68 purchase of three police vehicles along with a yearly PETCO grant. Additional actions included approving a special‑use permit on West 5th Street and returning a rezoning request to the Planning & Zoning Commissioner.
- Approved consent agenda items including $2,538,362.30 appropriation (5-0)
- Appointed John Triplett to Library Board for a four‑year term (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. G-13'13 amendments to Code Appeals Board (5-0)
- Rezoned 409 Skyline Drive to Service Commercial District (5-0)
- Returned rezoning of 2504 & 2530 K‑18 Highway to Planning & Zoning Commissioner (5-0)
- Approved Special Use Permit at 131 West 5th Street (4-1)
- Approved purchase of three JCPD vehicles for $203,196.68 (5-0)
- Approved JCPD yearly PETCO Grant application (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Land Bank will meet to approve minutes from two prior meetings and consider a single new business item: an offer from Loveresza Robinisky for Lot 3, Block 4 in Deer Creek Addition No. 2 for $1.00. The nominal price is due to a Development Agreement with CAMSO Manufacturing.
- Consideration of offer from Loveresza Robinisky for Lot 3, Block 4, Deer Creek Addition No. 2 for $1.00, tied to CAMSO Manufacturing Development Agreement
The Board approved its consent agenda unanimously. It then approved the offer from Loveresza Robinisky to buy Lot 3, Block 4 in the Deer Creek Addition No. 2 for $1.00, with four trustees voting yes and one abstaining. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
- Approved purchase of Lot 3, Block 4, Deer Creek Addition No. 2 for $1.00 (4‑0, 1 abstain)
- Adjourned meeting (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission will vote on a request to approve a bid for an airport obstruction project to May Excavating, Inc. for $682,617.50. Other items include a KDOT agreement for a roundabout at McFarland Road & Eisenhower Drive, a $95,415 engineering agreement for obstruction removal at Freeman Field, and contracts for street mowing and a Skydio X10 drone. Several special event permits and routine appropriations are also on the consent agenda.
- Approve bid for airport obstruction to May Excavating, Inc. – $682,617.50
- Approve KDOT agreement for roundabout at McFarland Road & Eisenhower Drive
- Approve engineering agreement for Freeman Field obstruction removal – $95,415
- Award Contractual Mowing for Vacant Streets to Munie Greencare Professionals – $1,408 per mowing
- Purchase Skydio X10 quadcopter drone – $26,863.47 (plus $1,270 annual software costs)
The commission approved the KDOT agreement to build a roundabout at McFarland Road and Eisenhower Drive by a 3‑2 vote. It also awarded a $682,617.50 contract to L4ay Excavating for an airport obstruction removal and purchased a Skydio x10 drone for $26,863.47. Additional actions included approving mowing contracts, a $150 Catfish Festival fee waiver, and a grant application for the Safe Streets & Roads for All program.
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved $150 Catfish Festival fee waiver (unanimous)
- Awarded vacant‑street mowing contract to Munie Greencare ($1,408 per mowing) (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of Skydio x10 drone for $26,863.47 (unanimous)
- Awarded airport obstruction contract to L4ay Excavating for $682,617.50 (unanimous)
- Approved KDOT roundabout agreement at McFarland Rd & Eisenhower Dr (3‑2)
- Approved 6‑month extension for unsafe structure at 338 West 1st St (unanimous, Pinaire abstained)
- Approved grant application for Safe Streets & Roads for All (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Commission
The Junction City Land Bank will decide on several purchase offers for lots in the Deer Creek Addition and Sutter Woods Subdivision. Offers range from $5,000 to $17,500. Each offer is considered separately for approval or rejection.
- Consider Elliott offer of $15,000 for Lots 1 & 2, Block 1, Deer Creek Addition #3 plus an additional lot
- Consider Haslouer offer of $10,000 for Lots 1 & 2, Block 1, Deer Creek Addition #3
- Consider Diman Nuth offer of $5,000 for Lot 1, Block 1, Deer Creek Addition
- Consider Junghans Agency offer of $17,500 for Lots 10-16, Block 10, Sutter Woods Subdivision
- Consider Joan Jamison offer of $5,000 for Lot 27, Block 4, Deer Creek Addition Unit No. 3
The Junction City Land Bank Board approved four offers to sell land parcels, totaling $42,500. Each motion was carried unanimously with four ayes and no nays. The approved sales were: $15,000 to William and Melissa Elliot, $5,000 to Diman Nuth, $17,500 to Junghans Agency, lnc., and $5,000 to Joan Jamison. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved $15,000 sale of Lots 1‑3, Block 1 to William and Melissa Elliot (4-0)
- Approved $5,000 sale of Lot 1, Block 1 to Diman Nuth (4-0)
- Approved $17,500 sale of Lots 10‑16, Block 10 to Junghans Agency, lnc. (4-0)
- Approved $5,000 sale of Lot 27, Block 4 to Joan Jamison (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several routine items under a consent agenda, including a $2.9 million appropriation ordinance and permits for upcoming events. In new business, they will decide on a lien release for 525 West 8th Street. Unfinished business includes awarding multiple contracts, most notably a $73,435.87 bid for a fire department command vehicle to SERV.
- Approve $2,928,327.69 appropriation ordinance A-7 (Mar 18 2025‑Apr 2 2025)
- Award FD command vehicle bid of $73,435.87 to SERV
- Award mowing contract for City Park Properties to Munie Greencare Professionals for $6,259
- Award mowing contract for City Public Properties to Munie Greencare for $7,112
- Award Two Fairway Mowers bid for Rolling Meadows Golf Course to Kansas Golf and Turf for $159,650
The commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $2,928,327.69 appropriation ordinance. They also approved a lien release for 525 West 8th Street and awarded several contracts: a $73,435.87 FD vehicle, mowing services for city parks ($6,259) and public properties ($7,112), and a $159,650 golf‑course mower contract.
- Approved consent agenda, including $2,928,327.69 appropriation ordinance (5-0)
- Approved lien release for 525 West 8th Street (5-0)
- Awarded FD command vehicle contract to SERV for $73,435.87 (5-0)
- Awarded City Park Properties mowing contract to Munie Greencare for $6,259 (5-0)
- Awarded City Public Properties mowing contract to Munie Greencare for $7,112 (5-0)
- Awarded golf‑course two‑fairway mowers contract to Kansas Golf and Turf for $159,650 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Junction City Land Bank will receive an update from Lance Custer and consider approving minutes from January and February 2025 meetings. The main action item is a vote on an offer from Chinh Vu to purchase Lot 25 & 26, Block 4 in Deer Creek Addition Unit No. 3 for $10,000.
- Land Bank update from Lance Custer
- Approval of January 21, 2025 Land Bank minutes
- Approval of February 18, 2025 Land Bank minutes
- Consideration of $10,000 purchase offer from Chinh Vu for Lot 25 & 26, Block 4, Deer Creek Addition Unit No. 3
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees approved the sale of Lots 25 and 26 in Block 4 of Deer Creek Addition Unit No. 3 to Chinh Vu for $10,000. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from January and February 2025 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved sale of Lots 25 & 26, Block 4, Deer Creek Addition Unit No. 3 to Chinh Vu for $10,000 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including January 21 and February 18, 2025 minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will review a series of financial adjustments, including a large appropriation ordinance and ambulance fee updates. The body will also discuss unsafe structures on East 5th Street and the procedure for filling a commissioner vacancy.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-6 in the amount of $1,117,213.85
- Proposed changes to the Ambulance Fee Schedule effective April 01, 2025
- JCPD subscription renewal with Cellebrite for $45,346.44
- Discussion of unsafe structures at 224 East 5th Street and demolition bids for 211 East 5th Street
- Ordinance No. S-3305 regarding KDHE Revolving Loan Increase
The Junction City Commission approved soliciting bids for demolition of the dangerous structure at 211 East 5th Street, and approved a 30-day extension for another unsafe structure at 224 East 5th Street. They also approved an ambulance fee schedule change effective April 1, 2025, and Ordinance No. 5-3305 for a KDHE revolving loan increase. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved soliciting bids for demolition of 211 East 5th Street (5-0)
- Approved 30-day extension for dangerous structure at 224 East 5th Street (5-0)
- Approved Ambulance Fee Schedule changes effective April 1, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5-3305, KDHE Revolving Loan Increase (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $1,117,213.85 appropriation ordinance (5-0)
- Approved amended Feb 18 and Mar 4 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will consider several consent agenda items, including an appropriation ordinance totaling $3,699,248.27 and a memorandum of understanding with the Junction City Junior Baseball Association. In new business, the Commission will consider Ordinance No. S-3305 to increase a KDHE Revolving Loan. The Commission will also hear a special presentation and funding request for the 30th Juneteenth Event and a presentation on the POW-MIA memorial highway and House Bill No. 2124.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-5 for $3,699,248.27 covering February 18–28, 2025
- Memorandum of Understanding with Junction City Junior Baseball Association for use of city facilities
- Payroll No. 3 & 4
- Ordinance No. S-3305 increasing a KDHE Revolving Loan
- Special presentation and funding request for the 30th Juneteenth Event
The Junction City Commission approved a $10,000 fund request for the 30th Juneteenth event presented by the Junction City Juneteenth Community Association. The consent agenda, including an appropriation ordinance of $3,699,248.27, was also approved. Ordinance No. 5-3305 regarding a KDHE Revolving Loan Increase was tabled to the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved $10,000 fund request for 30th Juneteenth event (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including appropriation ordinance A-5 for $3,699,248.27 (5-0)
- Tabled Ordinance No. 5-3305, KDHE Revolving Loan Increase, to next meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss an addendum to the call center purchase with Highlands Enterprises and consider a resolution to terminate a lease for the Rimrock IRB project. The meeting also includes the appointment of Commissioner Ricardo Gutierrez to boards and committees. Public comment is invited.
- Discussion with Highlands Enterprises, LLC regarding the Call Center Purchase Addendum
- Consideration of Resolution No. R-3109, Rimrock - IRB - Termination of Lease
- Appointment of Commissioner Ricardo Gutierrez to Boards & Committees
The Junction City Commission approved the purchase of the Call Center at an amended price of $3,250,000, with Commissioner Gordon voting no. They also approved a $40,000 city contribution to support an IRB and Fixed Pilot project, and made appointments to boards and committees. All other items were routine approvals.
- Approved purchase of Call Center at amended price of $3,250,000 (4-1, Gordon no)
- Approved $40,000 city support for IRB & Fixed Pilot project (5-0)
- Appointed Commissioner Gutierrez to Chamber of Commerce Board, Military Affairs Council, and as alternate for Flint Hills MPO (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-3109, Rimrock IRB Termination of Lease (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will appoint a new commissioner and mayor, and hear presentations on active transportation grants and the Fresh Start Emergency Shelter ESG grant. Action items include approving a $905,978 appropriation, a police MOU for criminal interdiction, and bids for stormwater and water system improvements. The commission will also discuss transferring the Opera House property at 131 West 7th Street to the city for up to $170,000.
- Appropriation ordinance of $905,978.10 for Feb 4-14, 2025
- MOU with JCPD and Geary County Sheriff for criminal interdiction jurisdiction and asset sharing
- Discussion on Opera House property transfer at 131 West 7th Street, not to exceed $170,000
- Award bid for 2024 Stormwater Improvements Phase 2 & 3 to Olgoonik Prime, LLC for $648,500
- Award bid for 2025 Water System Improvements to J & K Contracting, LC for $780,850
The commission filled a vacant seat by appointing Ricardo Gutierrez after multiple failed votes, then elected Pat Landes as mayor and Al Gordon as vice mayor. It also approved several contracts and agreements, including stormwater and street water system improvements, a police MOU, and the transfer of the Opera House to the city. A call center purchase addendum failed to pass.
- Appointed Ricardo Gutierrez to fill commission vacancy (4-1)
- Elected Pat Landes as mayor (4-1)
- Elected Al Gordon as vice mayor (3-2)
- Approved city as Local Unit of Government for Fresh Start Emergency Shelter ESG Grant (5-0)
- Approved JCPD MOU with Geary County Sheriff's Office for criminal interdiction (5-0)
- Approved transfer of Opera House to city (5-0)
- Awarded $648,500 bid for 2024 Stormwater Improvements Phase 2 & 3 to Olgoonik (5-0)
- Awarded $780,850 bid for 2025 Street Water System Improvements to J & K Contracting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The Land Bank will meet to elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The body will also consider a request for deed clearing authority.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Deed clearing authority request
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees elected Pat Landes as chairperson and Al Gordon as vice-chairperson. The board also authorized city staff to clear the deed on a property at 2707 Elm Creek Drive to facilitate its sale. Both motions passed unanimously.
- Elected Pat Landes as chairperson and Al Gordon as vice-chairperson (5-0)
- Authorized city manager, attorney, and broker to clear deed and sell 2707 Elm Creek Drive (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will accept the resignation of Mayor Jeff Underhill, appoint Fire Chief Jason Lankas and Assistant Police Chief Cory Odell to the 911 Board, and appoint Chief Lankas to the Northeast Kansas Homeland Security Council. They will also consider approving the bidding of 2025 Sidewalk and Alley Repairs, purchasing a command vehicle for the fire department not to exceed $75,000, and adding two streets to the 2025 Maintenance Program. The consent agenda includes an appropriation ordinance for $3,885,914.43.
- Acceptance of resignation of Mayor Jeff Underhill
- Appoint Fire Chief Jason Lankas and Assistant Police Chief Cory Odell to the 911 Board for one-year terms
- Approve to bid the 2025 Sidewalk and Alley Repairs
- Approve purchase of a command vehicle for JCFD not to exceed $75,000
- Add two streets to the 2025 Maintenance Program
The Junction City Commission accepted Mayor Underhill's resignation and approved the purchase of a fire department command vehicle for up to $75,000. Appointments were made to the 911 Board and the Northeast Kansas Homeland Security Council. The consent agenda was approved except for one item, and an appropriation ordinance was tabled until a plan is brought forward.
- Accepted resignation of Mayor Underhill (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Fire Chief Lankas and Assistant Police Chief Odell to 911 Board for one-year terms (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Fire Chief Lankas to Northeast Kansas Homeland Security Council for two-year term (4-0)
- Approved JCFD purchase of command vehicle not to exceed $75,000 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda except Item C (4-0)
- Tabled appropriation ordinance A-3 until plan is brought forward
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Commission
The City Commission will elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor and review several high-cost equipment purchases for the fire department. The body will also consider bids for the demolition of multiple structures and discuss several unsafe buildings.
- Purchase of a Pierce Fire Truck not to exceed $1,000,000
- Appropriation Ordinance A-2 in the amount of $3,194,352.13
- Spring Valley Road Sidewalk Improvement Project bid award for $185,475
- Flock Safety Camera contract for $62,500
- Demolition bid awards for 211 E 5th St, 224 E 5th St, 428 W 13th St, 508 S Adams St, and 1402 Rucker Road
The Junction City Commission approved the purchase of a Pierce Fire Truck using Fire Equipment Reserve Funds not to exceed $1,000,000, along with an administration vehicle and equipment up to $80,000, and an ambulance power load system for $56,270.42. They also awarded a $185,475 bid for the Spring Valley Road sidewalk improvement project and approved several demolition bids for dangerous structures, while tabling the opera house transfer and a $2,500 youth event funding request. The commission also re-appointed George Savage to the Planning Commission and Don Haffner to the Housing Authority Board.
- Approved purchase of Pierce Fire Truck up to $1,000,000 (5-0)
- Approved administration vehicle & equipment up to $80,000 (5-0)
- Approved ambulance power load system from Stryker Sales LLC for $56,270.42 (5-0)
- Awarded KDOT bid for Spring Valley Road sidewalk project at $185,475 (5-0)
- Approved demolition bid for 428 W 13th St at $10,000 (4-0, Pinaire abstained)
- Approved demolition bid for 1402 Rucker Road at $6,935 (4-0)
- Rejected bids for 211 E 5th St & 224 E 5th St, granting 30-day extensions (5-0)
- Tabled opera house transfer and $2,500 youth event funding request until next meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Commission
The Junction City Land Board will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, approve minutes from November 2024, and consider an offer from Kandy Properties, LLC to purchase a property for $35,000.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Approval of Land Bank minutes from November 5, 2024
- Consideration of offer from Kandy Properties, LLC to purchase property described as Maggard ADD, S 98 of MAG ADD & POB NE 124 W 77 SE COR LOT 1 N 15 W 53 S 14 W 21 S 1 E TO POB Section 13 Township 12 Range 05 for $35,000
The Junction City Land Bank Board of Trustees elected Jeff Underhill as Chairperson and Pat Landes as Vice-Chairperson. The board approved the minutes from the November 5, 2024 meeting and accepted an offer from Kandy Properties, LLC to purchase a property for $35,000.
- Elected Jeff Underhill as Chairperson and Pat Landes as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
- Approved Land Bank minutes for November 5, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved $35,000 offer from Kandy Properties, LLC for property in Section 13, Township 12, Range 05 (5-0)