Miami County public meetings in 2021

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss financial transactions and ARPA funds. The body will also review a resolution regarding the Kansas Open Records Act and a Public Building Resolution for bonds and supplemental leases.

• Year-end financial transactions
• ARPA discussion
• Kansas Open Records Act resolution
• Public Building Resolution for Bonds and Supplemental Lease

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review 2021 year-end financial transactions, including encumbrances and payroll accrual. The body is also considering two rezoning requests and one final plat. A resolution for a supplemental lease with the Public Building Commission is on the agenda.

• Year-end financial transactions for 2021
• 21003-Z: SPA Farms rezone from Light Industrial (I-1) to Agricultural (AG)
• 21009-SUB(F): Final Plat of SPA Farms
• 21004-Z: Doherty Steel, Inc. rezone Countryside (CS) to Heavy Industrial (I-2)
• Resolution for Supplemental Lease with the Public Building Commission

The Board approved several items, including a resolution to refund bonds for the new detention center, expected to save about $1.33 million. They also approved two rezoning requests, year-end financial transactions, and the sale of bonds with a supplemental lease for the Sheriff's building. A final plat for SPA Farms was tabled for two weeks due to a missing owner signature.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, and corrections (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to refund detention center bonds, saving ~$1.33M (unanimous, PBC-R21-12-002)
• Approved year-end financial transactions for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 326 acres from Light Industrial to Agricultural for SPA Farms (unanimous, R21-12-053)
• Tabled final plat of SPA Farms for 2 weeks (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 34.3 acres from Countryside to Heavy Industrial for Doherty Steel (unanimous, R21-12-054)
• Approved sale of bonds and supplemental lease for Sheriff's building (unanimous, R21-12-055 & A21-12-076)

General

The Miami County Public Building Commission is meeting to consider a resolution regarding bonds. The agenda contains no other substantive business items.

• Adoption of resolution for bonds

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss radio enhancement coverage for the Detention Center. The meeting also includes financial updates, featuring a year-end review and an ARPA review.

• Radio enhancement coverage for the Detention Center
• Financial year-end review
• ARPA review

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider final plats for two residential developments and a grant of easement. Additionally, the Lake Region Solid Waste Authority will present the 2022 Management Plan.

• Final Plat of Moore-Carroll Estates (21007-SUB(F))
• Final Plat of Phillips Acres (21008-SUB(F))
• Grant of Easement for 21036-LS & 21037-LS (Hartman)
• 2022 Management Plan presentation from Lake Region Solid Waste Authority

The Board unanimously approved a $34,083.40 purchase from Pierson Wireless to improve radio coverage inside the Sheriff's Office, Detention area, and Courthouse. They also approved the 2022 Lake Region Solid Waste Authority Management Plan, a new EMS billing contract with Sharp Ambulance Billing, and several liquor license applications. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $34,083.40 radio equipment purchase from Pierson Wireless (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Lake Region Solid Waste Authority Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved EMS billing contract with Sharp Ambulance Billing (unanimous)
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage license for We B Smokin' Inc. (unanimous)
• Signed CMB license certificates for Jayhawk Marina, Huskies Food Mart, and Rand's BP (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including final plats, easement, minutes, and payments (unanimous)

General

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The commission is scheduled to approve the minutes from the December 8th meeting.

• Approval of December 8th PBC Meeting minutes

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss two primary topics. The meeting includes a review of EMS billing providers and a 45-minute discussion on ARPA Grant expenditures.

• Option of changing EMS billing from FireRecovery EMS (AMB) to Sharp Ambulance Billing
• ARPA Grant expenditures

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss switching the county's ambulance billing company. The board is also considering a resolution to amend the Miami County Personnel Rules and Regulations.

• Change of ambulance billing company from Fire Recovery EMS to Sharp Ambulance Billing
• Proposed amendments to the Miami County Personnel Rules and Regulations
• Order of Irregularities - City of Osawatomie
• Grant of Easement (Gilliland) 21038-LS

The Board unanimously approved switching the EMS billing service from Fire Recovery EMS to Sharp Ambulance Billing, contingent on county counselor approval. They also unanimously approved amendments to the Miami County Personnel Rules and Regulations, including changes to the Position Classification and Pay Plan. The board authorized sending cereal malt beverage license applications to townships for three businesses and approved the consent agenda.

• Approved switch to Sharp Ambulance Billing for EMS billing service, contingent on counselor approval (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Personnel Rules and Regulations, including Position Classification and Pay Plan changes (unanimous)
• Authorized sending cereal malt beverage license applications to townships for Jayhawk Marina, FNS LLC dba Huskies Food Mart, and Sunset Ventures Inc. dba Rand's BP (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, AP vouchers, and easement grant (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss construction engineering services and personnel rule amendments. The body will also consider the purchase of a Cat 140 15A Motor Grader and review economic development incentive policies.

• RFP 2021-022 for Construction Engineering (Inspection) Services on Metcalf 2.0
• Purchase of Cat 140 15A Motor Grader
• Proposed amendments to Miami County Personnel Rules & Regulations
• Proposed Incentive Policy Revisions
• Planning Department summary of December 7, 2021 Planning Commission meeting

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review the 2022 Lake Region Solid Waste Budget and a social media communications agreement. The body is also considering a resolution to join statewide litigation regarding the opioid epidemic.

• Purchase of a Cat 140 15A Motor Grader for $200,087.00 (with trade)
• Social media communications agreement with Jennifer McDaniel for $1,500 monthly
• Approval of the 2022 Lake Region Solid Waste Budget
• Resolution to join statewide litigation regarding the opioid epidemic
• Discussion on RFP 2021-022 for Metcalf 2.0 construction engineering services

The Board unanimously approved several items including a $200,087 CAT motor grader purchase, a $4,600 solid waste budget commitment, a social media agreement, rejection of an RFP, and a resolution to join opioid litigation. They also authorized the sale of PBC bonds for refinancing. No substantive decisions were made in executive session.

• Approved 2022 Lake Region Solid Waste Authority budget with $4,600 dues (unanimous)
• Approved CAT 140 15A Motor Grader purchase from Foley Equipment for $200,087 with trade (unanimous)
• Approved social media communications agreement with Jennifer McDaniel at $1,500/month (unanimous)
• Rejected RFP 2021-022 for Construction Engineering services and authorized resubmission (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to join statewide opioid litigation and authorize signing of agreement (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing sale of PBC 2022A and 2022B Revenue Bonds (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, easements, and appointments (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Public Building Commission is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing the sale of specific revenue bonds. The body will also review minutes from the December 1, 2021, meeting.

• Resolution authorizing the sale of PBC 2022A and 2022B Revenue Bonds

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review four public hearing applications regarding rezoning and conditional use permits. The body will also consider three final plat applications and discuss potential future amendments to zoning and subdivision regulations.

• Public hearing for Patton Structural Solutions conditional use permit for a contractors shop at 27980 Hedge Lane
• Application to rezone 326 acres from Light Industrial (I-1) to Agricultural (AG) for SPA Farms, LLC
• Application to rezone 34.3 acres from Countryside (CS) to Heavy Industrial (I-2) for Doherty Steel, Inc.
• Final Plat of Moore-Carroll Estates dividing 93 acres into two lots
• Final Plat of Phillips Acres dividing 74.96 acres into two lots

The Miami County Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning of approximately 326 acres from Light Industrial (I-1) to Agricultural (AG) for SPA Farms, LLC, and also recommended approval of the related final plat. The commission tabled a conditional use permit for Patton Structural Solutions to allow more time for review of amended documents. It also recommended approval of a rezoning for Doherty Steel, Inc. from Countryside (CS) to Heavy Industrial (I-2).

• Recommended approval of rezoning 326 acres from I-1 to AG for SPA Farms (7-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat for SPA Farms (7-0)
• Tabled conditional use permit for Patton Structural Solutions to January 2022 (4-2, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 34.3 acres from CS to I-2 for Doherty Steel (6-0, 1 recusal)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several administrative and financial matters. The meeting includes a consultation regarding ARPA grants and a review of personnel rules.

• Bid 2021-023 for a licensed certified and/or general real estate appraiser
• Proposed changes to Miami County Personnel Rules & Regulations
• Discussion with ARPA Grant consultants
• Municipal Advisor Agreement between Miami County Public Building Commission and Raymond James & Associates, Inc.

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider renewing a software agreement and accepting a municipal advisor agreement. The board will also discuss withdrawing a CDBG Block Grant application for the Bucyrus Lagoon sewer project to pursue an alternative design with the City of Spring Hill.

• Annual Peopleware Agreement with Computer Information Concepts for $53,030
• Municipal Advisor Agreement with Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
• Withdrawal of 2022 Sewer Community Development Block Grant for Bucyrus Lagoon
• Bid solicitation for a Licensed Certified and/or General Real Estate Appraiser (Bid No. 2021-023)
• Updated Educational Assistance Policy

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, a $53,030 Peopleware agreement with Computer Information Concepts, a municipal advisor agreement with Raymond James, appointment of voting delegates for a Kansas Association of Counties special election, a bid solicitation for a real estate appraiser, withdrawal of a CDBG grant application for the Bucyrus Sewer Project, and an updated employee Educational Assistance Policy. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and payment vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved $53,030 Peopleware agreement with Computer Information Concepts (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Advisor Agreement with Raymond James & Associates (unanimous)
• Appointed Chairman Roberts as voting delegate for KAC special election (unanimous)
• Approved soliciting bids for real estate appraiser, Bid No. 2021-023 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawing 2022 Sewer CDBG grant application for Bucyrus Sewer Project (unanimous)
• Approved updated employee Educational Assistance Policy (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board will hold a study session to discuss upcoming leadership roles for 2022-2023. Discussion topics also include employee educational assistance, future EMS site zoning, and home rule.

• Discussion of 2022-2023 chairmanship and pro-tem leadership
• Discussion regarding zoning for the future EMS site
• Discussion of home rule with Jay Hall

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider assigning staff to sign documents for an Opiate settlement agreement. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for routine business and construction easements.

• Opiate settlement agreement signing authorization
• Temporary Construction Easement-William James Brown III
• Temporary Construction Easement-Hartman Excavating, LLC
• Temporary Construction Easement-Chambers and Van Der Weele
• Temporary Construction Easement-Charles J. Kern, Janet Marie Trower and Gerald E. Kern

The Board unanimously approved County Administrator Shane Krull to sign the Opiate Settlement Agreement documents when they arrive. The consent agenda, including minutes, payment vouchers, and multiple temporary construction easements, was approved unanimously. No action was taken after an executive session on privileged litigation. The meeting adjourned at 1:41 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, payment vouchers, and temporary construction easements (C21-11-053 through C21-11-057, A21-11-067, A21-11-068)
• Approved Shane Krull to sign Opiate Settlement Agreement documents when they arrive
• Held executive session on privileged litigation; no action taken

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss infrastructure and property needs. The meeting includes a review of a landowner petition to restrict public access to a specific road section.

• Radio coverage in Northeast Miami County
• Petition to install a gate on Spring Valley Road south of 399th Street
• Purchase of property for EMS

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a real estate purchase contract and a resolution regarding gates on Spring Valley Road. The board will also review routine payment vouchers and a support letter for the Elizabeth Layton Center.

• Real estate purchase contract with Sharon M. Abernathy for $231,770
• Resolution allowing gates on Spring Valley Road South 399th Street
• Annual support letter for the Elizabeth Layton Center
• Approval of payment vouchers

The Board unanimously approved a land purchase contract with Sharon M. Abernathy for $231,770 to acquire property in the Hillsdale area for a future EMS station and possible fire station. They also approved the consent agenda, including minutes, vouchers, and a support letter for the Elizabeth Layton Center, plus a legal intern position. A resolution to allow gates on Spring Valley Road was discussed but not voted on. The board held an attorney-client executive session on litigation, with no action taken afterward.

• Approved land purchase contract with Sharon M. Abernathy for $231,770 for Hillsdale EMS/fire station site (unanimous).
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of Nov. 10 commission and canvass meetings, payment vouchers, Elizabeth Layton Center support letter, and legal intern position (unanimous).
• Approved hiring a part-time legal intern (15-19 hrs/week, up to $15/hr, non-benefit) for the County Counselor (unanimous).
• Held attorney-client executive session on privileged litigation for 15 minutes; no action taken afterward.

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss personnel costs and economic reports. The meeting focuses on salary adjustments and employee insurance incentives.

• Economic Development Monthly Report and ROZ Resolution
• Agler & Gaeddert audit letter
• 2022 elected official salaries
• Employee insurance opt-out incentive
• 2021 longevity increases for county employees

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review a contract for the renovation of the administration suite. The body is also considering the 2022 official county holidays and an insurance opt-out incentive for employees.

• Contract with Wilson Group, Inc for administration suite renovation: $41,514
• Resolution for continued participation in Rural Opportunity Zone program for 2022
• Audit Engagement Letter with Agler & Gaeddert for year ending 2021
• Temporary construction and permanent drainage/access easements for multiple properties
• Proposed 2022 official county holidays resolution

The Board approved a $41,514 contract with Wilson Group, Inc. for renovation of the administration suite, and also approved the 2022 elected officials' salaries, a rural opportunity zone student loan repayment program resolution, an audit engagement letter, an insurance opt-out incentive, and 2022 county holidays. Public comments focused on COVID-19 quarantine letters and zoning for a concrete plant, but no decisions were made on those topics. The Board also held three executive sessions with no action taken.

• Approved $41,514 contract with Wilson Group, Inc. for admin suite renovation (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 elected officials' salaries (unanimous)
• Approved rural opportunity zone student loan repayment program resolution (unanimous)
• Approved audit engagement letter with Agler & Gaeddert (unanimous)
• Approved $300/month insurance opt-out incentive for employees (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 county holidays, including Dec 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including easements and salary resolution (unanimous)
• Approved online burn permit program as Fire Board (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to discuss two specific service agreements. The meeting focuses on consulting for ARPA grants and contractual communications services.

• ARPA grant consulting service agreement with BKD, LLP
• Contractual communications services

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review an agreement for ARPA grant consulting services and an interlocal agreement regarding ARPA fund expenditures with the City of Osawatomie. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for routine business and payment vouchers.

• Consulting services agreement with BKD, LLP for ARPA grants
• Interlocal Agreement with the City of Osawatomie for ARPA funds expenditures
• Tri-Ko annual letter of support
• Approval of payment vouchers

The Board approved BKD, LLP as ARPA grant consulting services and approved using up to $200,000 in ARPA funds for an emergency waterline replacement at Osawatomie Middle School. The Board also approved consent agenda items, signature card changes, and held executive sessions on land acquisition and legal matters. No decision was made on the COVID quarantine letter, which remains unchanged.

• Approved ARPA Grant Consulting Services Agreement with BKD, LLP (unanimous)
• Approved up to $200,000 in ARPA funds for Osawatomie Middle School waterline (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, AP vouchers, Tri-Ko letter, and signature card changes (unanimous)
• Approved new signature card changes for County Treasurer (unanimous)
• Held executive session on land acquisition; no action taken
• Held executive session on legal matter; no action taken

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on whether to adopt an order denying the petition for the incorporation of the City of Golden. The body is also reviewing several construction easements and various service contracts.

• Order and resolution to deny the petition for incorporation of the City of Golden
• Bid of $41,514 from Wilson Group for Administration Suite renovation
• Carryover reimbursement budgets for Sixth Judicial District Community Corrections: $168,996.94 (Adult) and $51,618.34 (Juvenile)
• 22 temporary construction easements including sites for the City of Louisburg and various private entities
• Resolution regarding Lexington Hall Stables (21002-CUP)

The Board unanimously adopted the order denying the petition for incorporation of the City of Golden, Kansas, confirming its earlier vote. The Board also approved several routine items, including a design agreement for the Old KC Road rehabilitation project, a conditional use permit for an equine boarding facility, a wildland fire gear order, and two community corrections carryover budgets. No action was taken following three executive sessions on land acquisition and pending legal matters.

• Adopted order denying incorporation of City of Golden (unanimous)
• Approved $95,000 design agreement with BG Consultants for Old KC Road project (unanimous)
• Approved $42,568 CE agreement with Baldridge Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for equine boarding facility at 32461 Block Rd (unanimous)
• Approved $41,514 bid from Wilson Group for office conversion (unanimous)
• Approved $62,669.88 wildland fire gear order for 63 sets (unanimous)
• Approved $168,996.94 adult services carryover budget (unanimous)
• Approved $51,618.34 juvenile services carryover budget (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review various operational reports and equipment needs. The body will discuss awarding a contract for the 2021 Administrative Office Renovation and receive a presentation on a phone system from ISG.

• Bids for 2021 Administrative Office Renovation
• Wildland fire gear order for Miami County Fire District 1
• Security monitors for the HR department
• Phone system presentation from ISG
• Economic Development Monthly Report

Board of County Commission

The study session scheduled for October 20, 2021, was canceled. This was due to the board of county commissioners attending the annual KAC meeting.

Board of County Commission

The scheduled meeting for October 20, 2021, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to the Board of County Commissioners attending the KAC annual meeting.

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review insurance RFP presentations. The board will also begin deliberations regarding a petition to incorporate a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County.

• Elliott Insurance RFP presentation
• KCAMP RFP presentation
• Petition to incorporate the city of Golden in Northwest Miami County

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider approving or denying the incorporation of a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County. The board will also review bids for two one-ton trucks and a lease extension.

• Incorporation of a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County
• Bid # 2021-019 for a One Ton Truck 4*4
• Bid # 2021-020 for a One Ton Truck 4*2
• Six-month lease extension with Jim Sutherland for $22,800
• Final Plat of Club Estates No. 4 and Mottesheard

The Board of County Commissioners voted 3-1 to deny the petition to incorporate a new city called Golden in northwest Miami County. Commissioner Vaughan, who made the initial motion to approve the new city, voted against the denial. The board also approved two vehicle bids for Road & Bridge, a 6-month lease extension for emergency equipment storage, and the consent agenda.

• Denied petition to incorporate City of Golden (3-1)
• Approved $32,252 bid from Louisburg Ford for 1-ton cab and chassis 4X4 (unanimous)
• Approved $34,410 bid from Louisburg Ford for 1-ton cab and chassis 4X2 (unanimous)
• Approved 6-month lease extension with Jim Sutherland at $3,800/month, total $22,800 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including final plats for Club Estates No. 4 and Mottesheard (unanimous)
• Adopted Kaup Law Office updated 'Categorization of Public Record Materials' by 17 factors (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to hear a summary of expert testimony. The discussion concerns a petition to incorporate a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County.

• Expert testimony summary regarding the petition to incorporate the city of Golden

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on contracts and budget revisions for Bridge FAS 250. The board will also consider using ARPA funds for an ambulance and a Stryker PowerLoad system. Additionally, the board will act on a conditional use permit expansion for Living Proof Church.

• Revised Project Budget and contract award for Bridge FAS 250 Slope Repair
• Use of ARPA funds for an ambulance and Stryker PowerLoad system
• Resolution denying the 2021 expansion of conditional use permit #17005-CUP for Living Proof Church
• Burn Permit Update as Miami County Fire District 1 Board
• Lakemary Center's annual letter of support

The Board approved a $104,234.41 increase for the Bridge FAS 250 slope repair project, awarded the construction contract to Killough Construction, Inc., and approved using ARPA funds for five Stryker Power-LOAD systems and a new backup ambulance. The board also denied the expansion of Conditional Use Permit #17005-CUP for Living Proof Church and tabled Fire District 1 burn permit discussions for three weeks. A lengthy discussion on COVID-19 contact tracing and school notifications resulted in no formal policy changes.

• Approved $104,234.41 increase for Bridge FAS 250 slope repair budget (unanimous)
• Awarded Bridge FAS 250 construction contract to Killough Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA funds for 5 Stryker Power-LOAD systems (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA funds for new backup ambulance at $258,775 (unanimous)
• Tabled Fire District 1 burn permit discussion for 3 weeks (unanimous)
• Denied expansion of CUP #17005-CUP Living Proof Church (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, and Lakemary letter (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review three final plats for land division and a conditional use permit for a boarding facility. The body will also discuss potential future amendments to zoning and subdivision regulations regarding signs, telecommunications, and easements.

• Public Hearing: Conditional use permit for Equine Boarding Facility at 32461 Block Rd
• Final Plat of Club Estates No. 4 at the north end of Masters Drive
• Final Plat of Mottesheard dividing 75.88 acres into three lots
• Final Plat of Phillips dividing 74.96 acres into three lots
• Discussion on future amendments to sign and telecommunications regulations

The Miami County Planning Commission approved the Final Plat of Phillips, a 74.96-acre subdivision into three lots, but denied the applicant's request for a Rule Exception from the common access easement requirement. The approval includes conditions requiring utility easements to be relocated around the common access and the subdivider to pay for its installation. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for an equine boarding facility at Lexington Hall Stables, with amendments to allow up to 22 horses and waive the stormwater management plan requirement.

• Approved Final Plat of Phillips with common access easement, denying Rule Exception (4-1)
• Added Condition No. 5: utility easements relocated around common access easement
• Added Condition No. 6: subdivider to pay for common access installation before recording
• Approved conditional use permit for Lexington Hall Stables equine boarding (5-0)
• Amended Condition No. 5 to allow 22 horses instead of 12
• Added Condition No. 7: no stormwater management plan required
• Consensus to cancel November 2, 2021 Planning Commission meeting

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss airport infrastructure and road safety. The meeting includes reviews of pavement maintenance and lighting design for the county airport, as well as speed limit data for 223rd Street and Gardner Road.

• Crack sealing estimate from Complete Pavement Maintenance Inc. for the county airport
• Engineering Agreement for the 2022 Lighting Project at the airport
• Speed limit review for 223rd Street between the City of Spring Hill and Gardner Road
• Speed limit review for Gardner Road between 223rd Street and 215th Street

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss airport maintenance and engineering agreements. The body is also considering a contract for HVAC equipment at the Health Department and a resolution to close the administration building on October 11, 2021.

• Proposal from G.K. Smith for $30,245 to replace HVAC Systems 2, 3, & 4 at the Health Department
• Engineering agreement with Olsson for Airport Improvement Program Project No. 3-20-0063-021
• Asphalt runway crack sealing for the Miami County Airport
• Final Plat of Heartland Ridge
• Living Proof Church – 2021 Expansion (17005-CUP)

The Board unanimously denied the Living Proof Church expansion project after the Planning Commission recommended denial because the applicant refused to provide a valid site plan. The Board also approved several routine items, including airport runway crack sealing, an engineering agreement, HVAC replacement, and a settlement agreement. No other substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Denied Living Proof Church expansion project (unanimous)
• Approved airport runway crack sealing up to $20,000 (unanimous)
• Approved engineering agreement with Olsson for AIP Project No. 3-20-0063-021 (unanimous)
• Approved G.K. Smith bid of $30,245 for HVAC replacement at Health Department using ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to close Administration Building on Oct 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to cancel Oct 20, 2021 County Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement with Topeka FMComm Inc. for $11,500 refund (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss infrastructure and equipment. The meeting includes discussions on K-68 and a water line replacement at Osawatomie Middle School.

• Discussion of K-68 with Matthew Oehlert
• Discussion of Osawatomie water line replacement at Osawatomie Middle School
• Discussion of MO PPE with Sheriff Frank Kelly

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding wastewater treatment plant improvements for the unincorporated community of Bucyrus. The board will also consider several application documents for CDBG and KDHE funding to support sewer system improvements.

• Public hearing for Bucyrus wastewater treatment plant improvements
• CDBG application for 2022 Kansas Small Cities Program
• KDHE loan application under the Kansas Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund Act
• Contracts for grant administration with Western Consultants dba GAS and BG Consultants
• Final Plat of Seim Estates (21003-SUB)

The Board unanimously approved all steps to apply for a $384,000 CDBG grant and a $1,576,678 KDHE loan for the Bucyrus wastewater treatment plant improvements, including contracts with consultants contingent on funding and legal review. The board also approved a WIC contract, closed county offices for training on Columbus Day, and received a COVID-19 update.

• Approved CDBG application documents including Statement of Assurances, legal authority resolution (R21-09-035), and maintenance funding resolution (R21-09-036)
• Approved HUD disclosure report requesting $384,000 with $1,576,678 KDHE match
• Approved contract with Western Consultants (GAS) for CDBG administration, not to exceed $35,000 (C21-09-015)
• Approved contract with BG Consultants for engineering ($155,000) and construction observation ($140,000), contingent on grant and counselor review (C21-09-016)
• Approved KDHE loan application resolution for $1,576,678 (R21-09-037)
• Approved contract with Western Consultants for KDHE loan administration (C21-09-017)
• Approved KDHE/WIC contract for nutrition and breastfeeding peer counselor programs (C21-09-018)
• Approved closing county offices (except emergency services) on October 11, 2021 for training

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to receive expert testimony regarding a petition to incorporate a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County.

• Expert testimony from Jim Kaup regarding the incorporation of the city of Golden
• Expert testimony from Sheila Schultz regarding the incorporation of the city of Golden

Board of County Commission

The Board will hold a study session regarding a petition to incorporate a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County. The session includes receiving expert testimony and meeting with a representative from Lockton.

• Petition to incorporate the new third-class city of Golden
• Expert testimony involving the city of Edgerton, Kansas and Jim Kaup
• Meeting with Robert Aschentrop of Lockton

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a resolution regarding public access to Victory Road. The board will also review a change order for a bridge replacement project.

• Resolution to restrict public access to Victory Road north of 311th Street
• Change Order for Project 15-07-SB (637) Bridge 11-B.2 Replacement

The Board approved a resolution to gate Victory Road north of 311th Street, with a waiver from landowners, a rock access route, and installation at homeowners' expense. It also approved a $13,251.50 change order for Bridge 11-B.2 replacement, bringing the total to $155,591.62, and an agreement for temporary surveyor Jim Schmitz. A Special Event Permit for the No One Fights Alone 5K/Walk was approved with fees and surety bond waived, and the date was amended to October 2, 2021. The consent agenda, including minutes and payment vouchers, was approved unanimously.

• Approved gating Victory Road with landowner waiver and homeowner-funded installation (unanimous)
• Approved $13,251.50 change order for Bridge 11-B.2 replacement, new total $155,591.62 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary surveyor agreement with Jim Schmitz (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for No One Fights Alone 5K/Walk with fees and surety bond waived (unanimous)
• Amended Special Event Permit date to October 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and payment vouchers (unanimous)

Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold hearings on two variance requests. One involves the distance between billboard signs, and the other concerns a residential setback requirement.

• Hearing 21002-VAR: Request for Wingert Sign Co. to place a billboard 850 feet from another sign on Lone Star Rd
• Hearing 21003-VAR: Request for Lauren Hause to build a home addition at 8010 W. 263rd St that encroaches the front yard setback by 6 to 7 feet

The Miami County Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request from Wingert Sign Co. to reduce the required 1,000-foot spacing between billboards to 850 feet, voting 5-0 with one recusal. The board also unanimously approved a variance for a home addition at 8010 W. 263rd St. that encroaches on the front yard setback by 6-7 feet.

• Denied variance 21002-VAR for billboard spacing reduction (5-0, Alpert recused)
• Approved variance 21003-VAR for home addition front yard setback (6-0)
• Administered oath of office to Glenn Alpert
• Noted no October meeting due to lack of applications

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to receive expert testimony regarding a petition to incorporate a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County. Sheriff Frank Kelly will also provide information on the Community Awareness and Protection Project.

• Expert testimony from County Appraiser Justin Eimers regarding the incorporation of the city of Golden
• Expert testimony from County Consultant Jim Kaup regarding the incorporation of the city of Golden
• Information from Sheriff Frank Kelly on the Community Awareness and Protection Project

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several delegate appointments for upcoming conference events. The agenda also includes a request to reject specific truck bids and resubmit them for new bidding processes.

• Reject Bid Numbers 2021-001 & 2021-002 (One Ton Trucks) and resubmit as 2021-019 & 2021-020
• Appointment of KAC voting delegates for October 18-20 conference
• Appointment of KWORCC voting delegates for October 18 conference
• Nomination and re-election of Rob Roberts to the KWORCC Board of Trustees
• Appointment of KCAMP voting delegates for October 18 meeting

The Board unanimously rejected two one-ton truck bids and authorized resubmitting new bids. They also approved an additional $6,500 for the Miami County Health Department generator, bringing the total to $77,185. Several conference delegates were appointed, and a proclamation for Constitution Week was approved.

• Rejected bid numbers 2021-001 and 2021-002 for one-ton trucks; resubmitted as 2021-019 and 2021-020 (unanimous)
• Approved additional $6,500 for MCHD generator, total $77,185 (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Vaughan as voting delegate, Roberts and Gallagher as alternates for KAC Conference (unanimous)
• Appointed Chairman Roberts as voting delegate, Vaughan as alternate for KWORCC Conference (unanimous)
• Re-elected Chairman Roberts to KWORCC Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Appointed Chairman Roberts as voting delegate, Vaughan as alternate for KCAMP annual meeting (unanimous)
• Proclaimed September 17-23, 2021 as Constitution Week (unanimous)
• Approved letter to American Library Association for Osawatomie Public Library grant (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Miami County Planning Commission is meeting to consider final plats for two subdivisions and a conditional use permit for a business expansion. The body will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Final Plat: 21004-SUB Heartland Ridge
• Final Plat: 21003-SUB Seim Estates
• Conditional Use Permit: 17005-CUP Living Proof - 2021 Expansion

The Miami County Planning Commission approved the final plat for Seim Estates, a two-lot subdivision on about 40 acres, with a rule exception that removes the required common access easement. The commission also approved an amended conditional use permit for Living Proof Church's youth activities building, striking a future addition to the LP Kids building. A motion to continue the church application to October was defeated on a tie vote.

• Approved Final Plat of Seim Estates with rule exception striking common access easement (6-0)
• Approved Living Proof Church CUP amendment for 7,200 sq ft youth activities building, striking 2,400 sq ft LP Kids addition (6-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including July and August minutes and Heartland Ridge final plat (6-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (6-0)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session to receive expert testimony regarding a petition to incorporate a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County. Testimony was provided by the Road & Bridge Director and a representative from the Miami County Conservation District.

• Expert testimony from JR McMahon (Road & Bridge Director) regarding the incorporation of the city of Golden
• Storm water information provided by Leslie Riegney of the Miami County Conservation District

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review quotes for facility improvements and update county administrative policies. The body will also consider budget and line item adjustments for Kansas Department of Corrections grants.

• Quote from G.K. Smith & Sons for $70,685 for a new gas generator at the health department
• Quote to Superior Masonry and Restoration, Inc. for $67,950 to repair the Administration Building exterior
• Revised Cellular Equipment Policy No. ADM 05-07-02
• Revised Business Travel & Expense Policy No. ADM 05-07-01
• Kansas Department of Corrections FY2022 Behavioral Health Grant revised budget

The Board approved several items including a revised Cellular Equipment Policy and Business Travel & Expense Policy, a $151,411.63 behavioral health grant budget, and multiple line-item adjustments for community corrections grants. They also accepted a quote for a new gas generator at the Health Department for $70,685 and a quote for exterior repairs to the Administration Building for $67,950. A public hearing was held for a CDBG grant application for the Bucyrus Wastewater project, but no decision was made on the application itself.

• Approved revised Cellular Equipment Policy No. ADM 05-07-02
• Approved revised Business Travel & Expense Policy No. ADM 05-07-01
• Approved Kansas Department of Corrections FY2022 Behavioral Health Grant budget of $151,411.63
• Approved FY2021 4th Quarter Line-Item Adjustment of $5,777.07 for Adult Services
• Approved FY2021 4th Quarter Line-Item Adjustment of $41,987.48 for Juvenile Services
• Approved $70,685 quote from G.K. Smith & Sons for a new gas generator at the Health Department, including accepting $4,000 for 3 old generators
• Approved $67,950 quote from Superior Masonry and Restoration, Inc. for exterior repairs to the Administration Building
• Held public hearing for CDBG grant application for Bucyrus Wastewater Facility; no decision made on application

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session to receive expert testimony regarding a petition to incorporate a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County. Testimony was provided by County Appraiser Justin Eimers and the Hillsdale Lake Watershed.

• Petition to incorporate the new third-class city of Golden in Northwest Miami County

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to approve and adopt the 2022 operating budgets for Miami County and several fire and siren districts. The board will also consider resolutions to exceed revenue-neutral tax rates for these budgets.

• 2022 Miami County operating budget public hearing and adoption
• 2022 Bucyrus Lights & Sirens budget public hearing and adoption
• 2022 Hillsdale Lights & Sirens budget public hearing and adoption
• 2022 Fire District No. 1 and No. 2 budget public hearings and adoptions
• CCC Backup Use Agreement with Johnson County for 911 and public safety communications

The Board approved the 2022 county operating budget with a mill levy of 46.373 mills, exceeding the revenue-neutral rate of 42.773 mills, in a 4-1 vote (Commissioner Pretz dissenting). The budget funds six new staff positions, including four EMS paramedics, and includes pay raises. The Board also approved budgets and revenue-neutral rate resolutions for Bucyrus Lights & Sirens, Hillsdale Lights & Sirens, Fire District No. 1, and Fire District No. 2, all unanimously. A temporary fireworks permit for Dancefestopia was approved with an extended time to 1:00 a.m.

• Approved resolution R21-08-029 to exceed revenue-neutral rate of 42.773 mills for 2022 county budget (unanimous).
• Approved 2022 county operating budget as presented, 4-1 (Commissioner Pretz voted no).
• Approved resolution R21-08-030 and 2022 Bucyrus Lights & Sirens budget (unanimous).
• Approved resolution R21-08-031 and 2022 Hillsdale Lights & Sirens budget (unanimous).
• Approved resolution R21-08-032 and 2022 Fire District No. 1 budget (unanimous).
• Approved resolution R21-08-033 and 2022 Fire District No. 2 budget (unanimous).
• Approved agreement A21-08-043 for backup use of Johnson County 911/communications center (unanimous).
• Approved temporary fireworks display permit for Dancefestopia with extended time to 1:00 a.m. (unanimous).

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to receive expert testimony regarding a petition to incorporate a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County. Testimony will be provided by the Road and Bridge Director and the Planning and Zoning Director.

• Expert testimony from Road and Bridge Director JR McMahon regarding the proposed city of Golden
• Expert testimony from Planning and Zoning Director Teresa Reeves regarding the proposed city of Golden

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review a carpet quote for the administration building and a purchase finance agreement for police and fire radios for the City of Louisburg. The board will also consider a petition to vacate the final plat of Ken’s Retreat.

• Carpet quote from Legacy Flooring Contractors for the administration building: $114,721
• Purchase finance agreement for City of Louisburg police radios: $113,022
• Purchase finance agreement for City of Louisburg fire radios: $74,975
• Petition to Vacate Final Plat of Ken’s Retreat (21001-VAC)
• Grant of Easement for Lot Split No. 21028-LS (RBR Enterprises, LLC)

The Board unanimously approved a $114,721 carpet installation contract with Legacy Flooring Contractors for the Administration Building, a resolution to vacate the entire Final Plat of Ken's Retreat, and authorized the Chairman to sign a purchase finance agreement for Motorola radios for the City of Louisburg ($113,022 for police, $74,975 for fire). The board also appointed Gary Price to the Lake Region Solid Waste Authority Committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $114,721 carpet quote from Legacy Flooring Contractors (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to vacate Final Plat of Ken's Retreat (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign purchase finance agreement for Motorola radios for City of Louisburg (unanimous)
• Appointed Gary Price to Lake Region Solid Waste Authority Committee (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session regarding a petition to incorporate a new third-class city named Golden in Northwest Miami County. The session includes expert testimony from Sheriff Frank Kelly and County Counselor Shelly Woodard.

• Petition to incorporate the city of Golden

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review a project programming agreement with KDOT. The meeting also includes a review of the July 2021 Economic Development Monthly Report.

• High Risk Rural Roads (HRRR) Project Programming Agreement with KDOT
• Approval of payment vouchers
• Economic Development Monthly Report, July 2021

The Board unanimously approved entering into a KDOT agreement for a road-widening project on Old KC Road south of Paola to US169 Hwy, funded by a $350,000 High-Risk Rural Roads grant. The project, scheduled for 2023, will widen lanes from 10.5 to 12 feet and take about 4 months. The board also approved the consent agenda and held an executive session on land acquisition, with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and AP vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved KDOT agreement for Old KC Road widening, Project #21-05-ST (680) (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to hear a summary of public commentary. Additionally, the board will discuss debt mechanisms available to fire districts.

• Presentation by consultant Jim Kaup regarding public commentary received by the County Clerk office
• Discussion with Greg Vahrenberg on fire district debt mechanisms

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review routine payment vouchers and payroll. The board is scheduled to consider the adoption of the KCAMP by-laws resolution and agreement.

• Adoption of KCAMP by-laws resolution and agreement
• Special access Resolution
• Approval of payment vouchers and payroll
• Award from Mid America Regional Council to Miami County Health Department

The Board unanimously approved a resolution requiring permits for new property entrances and culverts in rural areas, with Road & Bridge doing the work in county right-of-way to ensure code compliance. They also unanimously adopted the KCAMP by-laws resolution and agreement. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments, a consent agenda, and staff updates.

• Approved resolution R21-07-026 on property entrance and culvert permitting (unanimous)
• Approved resolution R21-08-027 and agreement A21-08-037 adopting KCAMP by-laws (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and payment vouchers (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a petition to vacate the Ken’s Retreat subdivision plat in Wea Township. They will also continue consideration of an application for Living Proof Church to expand its facility and use baseball fields.

• Petition to vacate the Final Plat of Ken’s Retreat (approx. 24.99 acres)
• Ken’s Retreat property located on the east side of Metcalf Rd
• Conditional Use Permit amendment for Living Proof Church expansion
• Proposed 120’ x 60’ youth activities building at 32401 Harmony Road, Paola
• Proposed use of existing baseball fields by community groups

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a petition to vacate the entire Final Plat of Ken's Retreat, a subdivision in Wea Township, reverting the property to acreage. The commission also continued the Living Proof Church expansion application to September 7, 2021, to allow staff to review updated documents. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved petition to vacate Final Plat of Ken's Retreat (6-0)
• Continued Living Proof Church expansion application to September 7, 2021 (6-0)
• Adopted consent agenda with amendment to July 6 minutes (6-0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (6-0)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss road restrictions and property entrance regulations. The body will also review the budget and a payment plan.

• Resolution restricting public access to Bethel Church Road South 335th Street
• Resolution regarding permitting, installation, and maintenance of property entrances and culverts
• Budget and payment plan discussion

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions regarding Bethel Church Road and culvert maintenance. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for minutes, payment vouchers, and an easement grant.

• Resolution restricting public access to Bethel Church Road South of 335th Street
• Resolution pertaining to the permitting, installation, and maintenance of property entrances and culverts
• Grant of Easement | 21001-LS (Ireland)
• Approval of July 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of payment vouchers

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss the selection of an airport consultant. The board will also review a budget and pay compensation plan and address vehicle needs for Fire District 1.

• Airport consultant selection discussion with Shane Krull
• Budget and pay compensation plan discussion
• OFD Chief Vehicle (sitting as Miami County Fire District 1 Board)
• Fire District 1 Vehicle Tires

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss the appointment of an airport consultant and fire district vehicle needs. The board is also reviewing routine payment vouchers and payroll.

• Recommendation to hire Olsson as airport consultant for a five-year term (2022-2027)
• Fire District 1 vehicle tires
• Miami County Fire District 1 Board chief vehicle

The Board approved the Airport Advisory Board's recommendation to retain Olsson as the airport consultant for 2022-2027, a decision required by the FAA. They also authorized up to $45,000 for new tires for Fire District #1 vehicles and approved $23,926.56 for equipment for the Osawatomie Fire Department chief's vehicle, with the city contributing $8,726.56. The consent agenda, including minutes and payments, was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, AP vouchers, payroll, and amended 2018 minutes for inmate agreements.
• Approved Olsson as airport consultant for 2022-2027.
• Authorized up to $45,000 for new tires for Fire District #1 vehicles.
• Approved $23,926.56 for Osawatomie Fire Department chief's vehicle equipment, with $8,726.56 from the city.
• Held executive session on land acquisition; no action taken.

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss the 2022 budget and the county's classification and pay plan. The meeting also includes updates on economic development and the Bucyrus Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• 2022 budget review
• Miami County Classification and Pay Plan review
• Contractor submittals for Bridge FAS 290 (Creamery Bridge)
• Bucyrus Wastewater Treatment Plant KDHE Letter of Warning update
• Economic Development update

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider notifications regarding revenue-neutral rate intent for 2022 operating budgets. The board is also reviewing contractor submittals for Bridge FAS 290 (Creamery Bridge).

• Contractor submittals for Bridge FAS 290 (Creamery Bridge)
• 2022 operating budgets for Miami County, Bucyrus Lights & Sirens, Hillsdale Lights & Sirens, Fire District No. 1 and Fire District No. 2
• Grant of Easement | 21025-LS FPM Trust
• Dedication of rights-of-way and easements | Final Plat | 21001-SUB: Greg's Place, 2nd Plat

The Board unanimously approved an emergency project authorization and a $46,814 contract with Dondlinger & Sons Construction Co., Inc. to repair Bridge FAS 290 (Creamery Bridge), with work starting August 2 and completing within 60 days. The board also approved a project authorization for Bucyrus Treatment Plant improvements after the plant failed 22 of 28 tests, and authorized notifications for public budget hearings on August 25, 2021. No action was taken in executive session.

• Approved emergency project authorization for Creamery Bridge repair ($73,278) (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Dondlinger & Sons for Creamery Bridge repair ($46,814) (unanimous)
• Approved project authorization for Bucyrus Treatment Plant improvements (unanimous)
• Approved notifications to Clerk to exceed revenue-neutral rate and schedule budget hearings for Aug 25, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, easement, and plat (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to discuss administrative and budgetary items. The body will review the 2021-2022 employee wellness program and coordinate the publication of 2022 budget hearings. Additional discussions include office space in the Administration Suite.

• 2021-2022 employee wellness program
• Notification and publication of 2022 budget RNR hearings
• Addition of offices in Administration Suite

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct routine business including the approval of minutes and payroll. The agenda also includes voiding and reconciling outstanding checks from 2018.

• Approval of June 30, 2021, meeting minutes
• Approval of payment vouchers and payroll
• Voiding and reconciling 2018 outstanding checks

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including minutes, payments, and a resolution adopting the Kansas Homeland Security Region J Hazard Mitigation Plan. They also approved the 2021/2022 Wellness Program for county employees by a 4-1 vote, with Commissioner Pretz dissenting over a penalty increase. The Board voted unanimously to temporarily close Carey's Bridge on 335th Street due to a fracture critical inspection finding, giving Road & Bridge 30 days to seek repair estimates.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, AP vouchers, payroll, and voiding 2018 checks
• Adopted Kansas Homeland Security Region J Hazard Mitigation Plan (R21-07-024)
• Approved 2021/2022 Wellness Program for county employees (4-1, Pretz no)
• Closed Carey's Bridge on 335th Street temporarily for repairs (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit amendment for Living Proof Church. The proposal includes a new youth activities building and potential future Sunday School rooms.

• Public hearing for 17005-CUP: Living Proof Church expansion at 32401 Harmony Road, Paola
• Proposed 120’ x 60’ youth activities building (Phase I)
• Proposed 20’ x 120’ Sunday School room addition (Phase II)
• Proposed community group use of existing baseball fields

The Miami County Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue consideration of Living Proof Church's application to amend its conditional use permit for a 2021 expansion, which includes a new youth activities building and future addition. The decision was tabled to the August 3rd meeting to allow the County Counselor to review and provide legal input on specific conditions, particularly the phrase "commonly associated with a church." The applicant also needs to clarify the number of events and provide a parking and traffic plan.

• Continued Application 17005-CUP: Living Proof Church 2021 Expansion to August 3 meeting (8-0)
• Adopted the agenda as presented (8-0)
• Adopted the June 1, 2021 Planning Commission minutes (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Directed staff to refer recommended Condition No. 1 to County Counselor for legal input
• Directed staff to add a new condition requiring a parking and traffic plan
• Directed the applicant to clarify the proposed number of events and use of the youth activity building

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss the draft FY 2022 budget. Discussion items also include part-time Sheriff's Office hours and the potential closure of non-essential offices on October 11, 2021.

• Draft FY 2022 Budget discussion
• Proposed closing of non-essential offices on October 11, 2021
• Part Time Sheriff's Office hours discussion
• OFD Chiefs Vehicle discussion (Fire District 1)
• Fire apparatus tire update (Fire District 1)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review routine business and a salary increase for the County Administrator. The board will also sit as the Miami County Fire District 1 Board to discuss an OFD Chiefs Vehicle.

• County Administrator salary increase
• Grant of Easement | 21017-LS Pippen
• Grants of Easement | 21024-LS Miami County Investors, LLC
• OFD Chiefs Vehicle (Miami County Fire District 1 Board)

The Board approved an additional $10,000 for the Osawatomie Fire Department's truck and equipment purchase, raising the total to $60,000. The board also voted to end the Sutherland building lease at the end of 2021, closed the Golden petition public hearing as of 4:30 p.m. on June 30, and approved a cereal malt beverage license for the Dollar General in Hillsdale. Deliberations on the Golden petition are scheduled to begin in August 2021.

• Approved additional $10,000 for Osawatomie Fire Department equipment, total $60,000 (unanimous)
• Approved ending Sutherland building lease at end of 2021 (unanimous)
• Closed Golden petition public hearing at 4:30 p.m. June 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved cereal malt beverage license for Dollar General in Hillsdale (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, easements, and salary increase (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review a painting contract for the administration building and two land-use requests. The board is also voting on routine payment vouchers and payroll.

• Bid from Marmon Construction of Paola for administration building painting at $48,587
• Conditional Use Permit 21001-CUP for U.S. Cellular
• Rezone 21002-Z from Countryside (CS) to Commercial (C-2) for Somerset Schoolhouse
• Approval of payment vouchers and payroll

The Board unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a 195-foot communications tower for U.S. Cellular, a rezoning of the Somerset Schoolhouse property to Commercial (C-2), and a $48,587 painting contract with Marmon Construction. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a correction to prior minutes and a proclamation honoring Mayor Mark Govea. Commissioner Gallagher recused himself from future consideration of the City of Golden incorporation petition.

• Approved CUP for U.S. Cellular communications tower (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Somerset Schoolhouse from CS to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved $48,587 painting contract with Marmon Construction (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, payments, NRP, and pager purchase correction (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation declaring Mayor Govea Day (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to township for Dollar General cereal malt beverage license (unanimous)
• Held 20-minute executive session; no action taken

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a public hearing to consider a petition for the incorporation of the City of Golden. The meeting includes established procedures for speaker time limits and the submission of additional comments.

• Public hearing for the petition for Incorporation of the City of Golden

The Miami County Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on the petition to incorporate the City of Golden. No decision was made; the hearing was continued to allow written responses until June 30, 2021. The board will deliberate after considering public input, county and state officials' input, and a study from the State Department of Commerce.

• Continued the public hearing on the petition to incorporate the City of Golden to allow written responses until June 30, 2021.
• Accepted a draft governmental services agreement from the petitioner's attorney for consideration.
• Noted that Commissioner Gallagher recused himself from the incorporation matter.
• Heard testimony from numerous residents both for and against the proposed city.

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss administrative processes and funding. The meeting includes a review of the Community Development Suite workflow and a memo regarding the use of CRF for broadband.

• Discussion on workflow and permitting in Community Development Suite
• Discussion regarding a memo to Lt. Gov. David Toland and Stanley Adams on the use of CRF for broadband

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss road access restrictions and broadband funding. The body is considering resolutions regarding a Rural Opportunity Zone and the use of CRF for broadband.

• Resolution to install gates on Victory Road south of 303rd Street for landowner access only
• Resolution regarding Rural Opportunity Zone Participation
• Memo to Lt. Gov. David Toland and Stanley Adams regarding use of CRF for broadband

The Board unanimously approved a resolution to install gates on Victory Road south of 303rd Street, restricting access to landowners only. They also approved a resolution for Rural Opportunity Zone participation with a $0 budget, and authorized a letter to state officials regarding broadband funding. No action was taken from two executive sessions held on the Golden petition.

• Approved gating Victory Road south of 303rd Street, restricting access to landowners only (R21-06-019).
• Approved resolution for Rural Opportunity Zone participation with $0 budget (R21-06-020).
• Approved sending a letter to Lt. Gov. David Toland and Stanley Adams regarding CRF broadband use.
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of June 9, 2021, and AP payment vouchers.
• Held a one-hour executive session on Golden, extended by 30 minutes; no action taken.

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss the draft budget for FY2022. The meeting includes updates on economic development and administrative office renovations.

• FY2022 draft budget discussion
• Project 17 update by Richard Horton
• Unication 800 Pagers for OFD
• Proposal for 2021 Administration Office Renovations

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several items including a proposal for administration office renovations. The meeting also includes actions regarding the Miami County Fire District 1 Board.

• Declaration of OFD Tender 41 as surplus (Miami County Fire District 1 Board)
• Unication 800 Pagers for OFD (Miami County Fire District 1 Board)
• Proposal for 2021 Administration Office Renovations
• Approval of June 2, 2021, meeting minutes
• Approval of payment vouchers and payroll

The Board approved placing Osawatomie Fire Department Tender 41 into surplus and approved purchasing 30 Unication 800 pagers for $37,629.59. It also approved an $8,855 agreement for office renovations and unanimously approved the consent agenda. No action was taken after executive sessions.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, AP vouchers, payroll (unanimous)
• Proclaimed June 15, 2021 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (unanimous)
• Approved placing OFD Tender 41 into surplus and on Purple Wave (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 30 Unication 800 pagers for $37,629.59 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Zingre & Associates for $8,855 plus expenses (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to review several departmental updates. Discussion includes the final 2022 budget requests from the Sheriff and a comprehensive plan update from Olsson Studio.

• Sheriff's final 2022 budget requests
• Comprehensive plan update from Olsson Studio
• Monthly planning updates from Teresa Reeves
• Miami County 2021-2022 Wellness Program for county employees

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the purchase of two tandem dump trucks equipped with sanders and snowplow attachments. The board is also reviewing grant applications and a line item adjustment for the Kansas Department of Corrections.

• Purchase of 2 Tandem Dump Trucks with sanders and snowplow attachments
• Interlocal Agreement Establishing a Regional Solid Waste Authority, Amendment No. 5
• SFY 2022 Kansas Department of Corrections Juvenile Services Comprehensive Plan Grant Application
• SFY 2022 Kansas Department of Corrections Adult Services Comprehensive Plan Grant Application
• Temporary permit for Bergh Display Fireworks

The Board unanimously approved the purchase of two tandem dump trucks with sander and snowplow attachments from International for a total of $340,480. They also approved several grants and amendments, including a juvenile services grant of $464,356.96 and an adult services grant totaling $443,039.92. The board proclaimed June 2021 as Business Appreciation Month and approved a consent agenda with routine items. An executive session was held to discuss the Golden petition, after which the board authorized a request for a Kansas Department of Commerce study of the proposed area.

• Approved purchase of 2 International tandem dump trucks for $340,480 (unanimous)
• Proclaimed June 2021 Business Appreciation Month (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 5 to Regional Solid Waste Authority Interlocal Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Juvenile Services Comprehensive Plan Grant Application for $464,356.96 (unanimous)
• Approved Adult Services Comprehensive Plan Grant Application for $285,954.29 and Behavioral Health for $157,085.63 (unanimous)
• Approved $20,500 line item adjustment for Juvenile Services SFY 2021 (unanimous)
• Authorized request to Kansas Department of Commerce for study of proposed Golden area (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning change and a conditional use permit. The body will also hold a general discussion on potential amendments to zoning and subdivision regulations.

• Public hearing to rezone 0.69 acres at 28740 Somerset Rd from Countryside (CS) to Commercial (C-2)
• Public hearing for a Conditional Use Permit for a 195-foot U.S. Cellular communications tower near Cherokee Ln and Poplar Ridge Dr
• Discussion of potential amendments to Common Access Easement requirements
• Discussion of potential amendments to Sign Regulations
• Discussion of potential amendments to Telecommunications Regulations

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning of 0.69 acres at 28740 Somerset Rd from Countryside (CS) to Commercial (C-2) for The Somerset Schoolhouse, LLC, and recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a 195-foot U.S. Cellular communications tower. Both recommendations will go to the Board of County Commissioners. The rezoning passed unanimously, while the tower permit passed 5-2.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 0.69 acres at 28740 Somerset Rd from CS to C-2 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for 195-ft U.S. Cellular tower (5-2)
• Adopted consent agenda for May 4, 2021 minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review a radio project and the 2020 audit report. The body will also discuss a brush unit for the Paola Fire Department and a specific rezoning request.

• Rezoning request 21001-Z: Gerken Rent-All from Countryside (CS) to Commercial (C-2)
• 2020 audit report from Harold Mayes with Agler & Gaeddert
• Radio project completion discussion with Dennis Ward
• Paola FD Brush Slid In Unit

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several action items including a tax service agreement and payroll account updates. The meeting also includes a rezoning request for Gerken Rent-All and the purchase of equipment for Fire District 1.

• Rezoning request 21001-Z: Gerken Rent-All from Countryside (CS) to Commercial (C-2)
• Purchase of slide in brush unit for Miami County Fire District 1 - Paola Station
• Tax Service Agreement with The Hartford Company
• New account for Payroll purposes, Discovery Benefits
• New account for American Rescue Plan funds

The Board unanimously approved rezoning approximately 7.82 acres from Countryside (CS) to Commercial (C-2) for Gerken Rent-All Inc., following a 7-0 Planning Commission recommendation. The board also approved several routine items, including a tax service agreement, a fire equipment purchase, and new bank accounts. No action was taken on the proposed City of Golden petition, with a public hearing scheduled for June 23, 2021.

• Approved rezoning 7.82 acres from Countryside to Commercial (C-2) for Gerken Rent-All (unanimous)
• Approved Tax Service Agreement with The Hartford Company (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Unruh Fire Slide in Brush Unit for $13,340.92 (unanimous)
• Approved new bank account for Health Savings Accounts (unanimous)
• Approved new bank account for American Rescue Plan Funds (unanimous)
• Appointed Glen Alpert to Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, and fireworks permit (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review the purchase of snow-equipped dump trucks and updates to the Lone Star Road culvert replacement project. The meeting also includes a presentation for the Miami County Health Department and Emergency Management.

• Purchase of 2 Tandem Dump Trucks with sanders and snowplow attachments
• Revised Budget for Lone Star Road Culvert Replacement
• Construction Change Order for Project 18-03-SB (653) Lone Star Culvert Replacement
• Notice to Proceed to Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, Inc. for Project 21-02-CO (677)

The Board unanimously approved a revised budget for the Lone Star Road Culvert Replacement Project, increasing it by $22,287.72 to $232,099.22, and authorized a $10,255.20 change order for additional excavation and stabilization work. They also tabled the purchase of two tandem dump trucks for two weeks and authorized a Notice to Proceed for a mill and overlay project with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved revised budget for Lone Star Road Culvert Project 18-03-SB (653) to $232,099.22 (unanimous)
• Authorized change order of $10,255.20 for Lone Star Culvert Project (unanimous)
• Tabled purchase of 2 tandem dump trucks with sanders and snowplows for two weeks (unanimous)
• Authorized Notice to Proceed for Project 21-02-CO (677) with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, AP vouchers, and Samantha Moon Proclamation (unanimous)
• Authorized publicizing new Assistant Health Care Director position (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review budget revisions and a construction change order for the Lone Star Road culvert replacement. The body will also discuss the purchase of two tandem dump trucks and communications with Shane Krull.

• Revised budget for Lone Star Road Culvert Replacement
• Construction Change Order for Project 18-03-SB (653) Lone Star Culvert Replacement
• Purchase of 2 tandem dump trucks with sander and snowplow attachments

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review economic development and employee wellness. The body will also discuss vehicle purchases for building codes and transportation planning.

• Resolution to restrict public access to Victory Road south of 303rd
• KDOT Long Range Transportation Program discussion
• Building Codes vehicle bids and purchase
• Economic Development monthly report
• Miami County Wellness Program for county employees

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss road rehabilitation and various land easements. The body is deciding on a vehicle purchase and the implementation of employee flexible spending accounts.

• Project Authorization for Project 21-05-ST (680) Old KC Road Rehabilitation
• Bid award to New Century Dodge for a 2021 Truck Half-Ton 4X4 for $29,167
• Contract with Discovery Benefits for employee flexible spending accounts
• Temporary Construction Easement for Steven W. Windisch and Jackie L. Windisch Family Trust
• Right-Of-Way Purchase from Miller Living Trust & Marie L. Debrick Living Trust

The Board unanimously approved the Project Authorization and KDOT 1302 form for the Old KC Road Rehabilitation project (21-05-ST 680) and awarded a bid to New Century Dodge for a 2021 half-ton 4X4 truck at $29,167. They also authorized the County Administrator to execute contracts with Discovery Benefits for volunteer flexible spending accounts, with review by the counselor. Executive sessions were held for personnel and legal matters, with no action taken on the personnel interview and a contract approved for legal representation in an appeal.

• Approved Project Authorization and KDOT 1302 form for Old KC Road Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to New Century Dodge for 2021 half-ton 4X4 truck at $29,167 (unanimous)
• Authorized County Administrator to execute contracts with Discovery Benefits for volunteer FSA (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Michael T. Jilka for legal representation in Hainline appeal (unanimous)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review a monthly planning report. The body will also discuss the construction of office spaces in the northwest corner of the administration suite.

• Monthly planning report from Teresa Reeves
• Construction of office spaces in the NW corner of the administration suite

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will review agreements for the 2021 Asphalt Program and a vehicle purchase for the Fire District 1. The meeting also includes a tree dedication ceremony for former County Appraiser Stephanie O'Dell.

• CE Agreement with Baldridge Engineering for the 2021 Asphalt Program
• Construction Contract with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC for the 2021 Asphalt Program
• Award of 3/4 Truck for OFD Chiefs Vehicle (BOCC sitting as Miami County Fire District 1)

The Board unanimously approved two road contracts: a $26,725 engineering agreement with Baldridge Engineering and a $1,766,200.29 asphalt project with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company. It also authorized a $35,562 purchase of a 2021 Ram 2500 for the Osawatomie Fire Department chief's vehicle. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a tree dedication, public comments, and staff updates.

• Approved consent agenda including April 28 minutes and AP vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved $26,725 contract with Baldridge Engineering for 2021 Asphalt Program Project 21-02-CO (677) (unanimous)
• Approved $1,766,200.29 contract with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company for 2021 Asphalt Program Project 21-02-CO (677)-2021 (unanimous)
• Authorized $35,562 purchase of 2021 Ram 2500 4X4 for Fire District #1 chief's vehicle (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone land from Countryside to Commercial. The body will also discuss potential future amendments to zoning and subdivision regulations.

• Public Hearing 21001-Z: Rezone 7.82 acres from Countryside (CS) to Commercial (C-2) on the south side of Eagle Dr for Gerken Rent-All, Inc.
• Discussion of Common Access Easement requirements
• Discussion of Sign Regulations
• Discussion of Telecommunications Regulations
• Discussion of height limits for residential radio, television, internet antennas and satellite dishes

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a rezoning of approximately 7.82 acres from Countryside (CS) to Commercial (C-2) for Gerken Rent-All, Inc. The item will go before the Board of County Commissioners on May 26, 2021. The commission also continued a public hearing for a U.S. Cellular communications tower to the June 1 meeting due to insufficient notice.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 7.82 acres from Countryside (CS) to Commercial (C-2) (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for U.S. Cellular Communications Tower to June 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Adopted agenda as amended (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including March 2, 2021 minutes (7-0)

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss several items. Discussion includes a project memorandum of agreement fund transfer and an update on an old OFD tanker.

• Project memorandum of agreement fund transfer with Matthew Oehlert
• Update on old OFD tanker
• Comments from Doug Bordegon regarding upcoming events at Wildwood

Board of County Commission

The Board of County Commissioners will consider renewing the Delta Dental of Kansas contract for county employees. The meeting also includes a discussion on modifying a Project Memorandum of Agreement and a notice to proceed for the Lone Star Road Culvert #841 deck replacement.

• Renewal of Delta Dental of Kansas contract for county employees
• Project Memorandum of Agreement Modification #001 and Funds Transfer Agreement Modification #002
• Notice to Proceed-Lone Star Road Culvert #841 Deck Replacement

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including $10,000 from the park fund for Fair Grounds parking lot repairs and renewal of the Humana Insurance contract. They also renewed the Delta Dental contract with a two-year locked rate, authorized road project agreement modifications, approved a Notice to Proceed for the Lone Star Road culvert replacement, and granted a one-time special event permit for a U.T.V. off-road event contingent on bond and insurance.

• Approved consent agenda including $10,000 park fund allocation for Fair Grounds parking lot repair (unanimous)
• Renewed Delta Dental of Kansas contract with 2-year locked rate (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of Project Memorandum #001 and Funds Transfer #002 modifications (unanimous)
• Approved Notice to Proceed for Lone Star Road Culvert #841 Deck Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 from Park Fund for Fair Grounds parking lot and roadway repairs (unanimous)
• Renewed Humana Insurance contract for county employees (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for U.T.V. Off Road Event contingent on bond and insurance (unanimous)