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Mon Aug 31, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Zoning Administrator - Gregg Webster 4.2 Commissioners Updates 4.3 Administration Office 5.0 OLD BUSINESS 5.1 Rezoning Request - A1 to AB in Lincoln Township 6.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 6.1 Ledger Transactions 7.0 ADJOURNMENT Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING August 31, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.

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Mon Aug 24, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

Board reviews 2026 bond bid results and 2027 budget/rate hearing

The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners will review the bid results for 2026-A GO Bonds and a 2026-1 Temporary Note. The meeting includes a public hearing for the 2027 Revenue Neutral Rate and Budget, as well as a continued hearing for a road name change in Heritage Hills Unit 2. Routine items include department updates and approval of minutes.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Public Works Administrator - Tim Eisenbarth 4.2 Commissioners Updates 4.3 Administration Office 4.4 County Counselor 5.0 OLD BUSINESS 5.1 Heritage Hills Unit 2 - Nature Avenue Road Name Change Hearing Continued 6.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:30 6.1 Extension Office - Erin Tynon 10:00 6.2 2026-A GO Bonds & 2026-1 Temp Note Bid Results 10:30 6.3 2027 Revenue Neutral Rate Hearing & Budget Hearing 7.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 7.1 Tax Corrections 8.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION 8.1 Land Acquisition: Value of Real Property 8.2 Non-Elected Personnel - Performance 9.0 ADJOURNMENT 10.0 WORK SESSION 10.1 Equipment Replacement Plans Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING August 24, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do s …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on data center overlay district rules

The Pottawatomie County Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and action item on Hearing 626-26, a proposed amendment to the Unified Development Regulations (UDR) to create a Data Center Overlay District. The commission will consider adopting the draft regulations, with public comments accepted in advance or in person. The meeting is otherwise limited to agenda adoption and adjournment.

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Date: August 20th, 2026 Pottawatomie County Time: 6:00 PM Office of Planning & Development Location: Parish Hall 785-457-3551 St. Bernard’s Catholic Church zoning@pottcounty.org 17665 Old Post Road Wamego, KS **The meeting will be streamed over Zoom as a listening in option only. To comment on any portion of the public hearing, please submit your written public comment in advance or attend in person** Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99233429169 Meeting ID: 992 3342 9169 or phone in: 1-346-248-7799 or 1-312-626-6799 Planning Commission Website page: https://www.pottcounty.org/237/Planning-Commission 1. Call to Order - Roll Call 2. Adoption of the Regular Agenda 3. Regular Agenda a. Action Item: Hearing 626-26 – UDR Amendment – Data Center Overlay District Staff Report | Draft Regulations | Advanced Write-in Comments 4. Adjournment – by 10:30PM. Agenda Pottawatomie County Planning Commission Judd McCormack – Chair Doug Kern – Vice-Chair Robert Busby – Secretary Travis Ross – Member Nathan Henry – Member Lynn Schwandt – Member Steve Minton – Member Tatum Couture – Member Austin Vincent – Member John Dorobek - Member
Tue Aug 18, 2026

Planning Commission

County planners to weigh rezoning, subdivision plats, data center rules

The Pottawatomie County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request (case 620-26) and review a preliminary plat for the Juniata Subdivision. They will also discuss draft regulations for data centers, including hearing procedures. The consent agenda includes the final plat for Brummett Subdivision Unit 2.

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Date: August 18, 2026 Pottawatomie County Time: 7:00 PM Office of Planning & Development Location: Sunflower Room 785-457-3551 Public Works Building zoning@pottcounty.org 612 E. Campbell St. (Map) Westmoreland, KS **The meeting will be streamed over Zoom as a listening in option only. To comment on any portion of the public hearing, please fill out the public comment form in advance or attend in person** Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83424667576 Meeting ID: 834 2466 7576 or phone in: 1-346-248-7799 or 1-669-444-9171 Planning Commission Website page: https://www.pottcounty.org/237/Planning-Commission 1. Call to Order - Roll Call 2. Public Comments – Non Agenda Items Only a. Public Comment Form 3. Approval of Minutes a. July 16, 2026 Meeting Minutes 4. Consent Agenda a. Brummett Subdivision Unit 2 Final Plat 5. Adoption of the Regular Agenda 6. Regular Agenda a. Action Item: Hearing 620-26 – Rezoning Request – A1-AB Staff Report b. Action Item: Preliminary Plat – Juniata Subdivision Preliminary Plat c. Discussion Item: Data Center Regulations – Hearing Procedure Overview | Staff Report Draft Regulations | Staff Report | NACo Informational Primer d. New Business e. Staff Updates 7. Adjournment Agenda Pottawatomie County Planning Commission Judd McCormack – Chair Doug Kern – Vice-Chair Robert Busby – Secretary Travis Ross – Member Nathan Henry – Memb …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

✓ Decided: County approves $310K design contract for Flush Rd intersection work

The Board approved a $310,000 design contract with Bartlett & West for reconstructing intersections on Flush Rd and Noel Rd and Flush Rd and Myers Valley Rd. They also tabled a road name change for Heritage Hills Unit 2, approved a proclamation for Recovery Month, and authorized intervening in litigation involving the Prairie Band Pottawatomi Nation and the State Lottery.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Sheriff - Doug Adams 4.2 Emergency Management Director- Jennifer Merrow 4.3 Public Works Administrator - Tim Eisenbarth 4.4 Commissioners Updates 4.5 Administration Office 4.6 County Counselor 5.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:30 5.1 Heritage Hills Unit 2 - Nature Avenue Road Name Change Hearing 6.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 6.1 Ledger Transactions 7.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION 7.1 Attorney Client Privilege - Potential Litigation 8.0 ADJOURNMENT 9.0 WORK SESSION 9.1 Hard Surface Requirements Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member REGULAR MEETING August 17, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 3 August 17, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes August 17, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Dawn Henry County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Dan Lingenfelser Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Doug Adams Sheriff Present 8:30 a.m. Jennifer Merrow Emergency Management Director Present 8:30 a.m. Tim Eisenbarth Public Works Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Nathan Bergman Bartlett & West Present 8:30 a.m. Jared Tremblay Flint Hills MPO Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:46 a.m. Jamie Douglass Director of Human Resources Present 9:21 a.m. Gregg Webster Zoning Administ …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

✓ Decided: County approves $84,918 in fire suppression and door bids for St Marys EMS station

The Board approved bids for fire suppression ($54,039.00) and interior/exterior doors ($30,878.81) for the new St Marys EMS Station, totaling $84,917.81. The board also approved the agenda, the August 3, 2026 minutes, and consent items including tax corrections and the Belvue Township Trustee appointment, all by 5-0 votes. No other substantive decisions were made; public comments and department updates were informational.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Register of Deeds - Betty Abitz 4.2 Buildings & Grounds - Thomas Edwards 4.3 Public Works Administrator - Tim Eisenbarth 4.4 Commissioners Updates 4.5 Administration Office 4.6 County Counselor 5.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:30 5.1 Pottawatomie County EcoDevo - Shanna Goodman 6.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 6.1 Tax Corrections 6.2 Belvue Township Trustee Appointment 7.0 ADJOURNMENT Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING August 10, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 2 August 10, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes August 10, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Tabitha Caudill Deputy County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. John Watt Geary County Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Lily Hansen Pott Co Times Present 8:30 a.m. Betty Abitz Register of Deeds Present 8:30 a.m. Tim Eisenbarth Public Works Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Nathan Bergman Bartlett & West Present 8:30 a.m. Tommy Edwards Building Facilities Manager Present 8:30 a.m. Mark Jack Noxious Weed Director Present 8:30 a.m. Shanna Goodman Pott Co Eco Devo Present 9:13 a.m. 2.0 ROUTINE ITEM …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

Board votes on rural tourism permit and manufactured home park zoning changes

The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve routine administrative items and hear department updates. The primary decisions involve a conditional use permit for rural tourism in St. Marys Township and an amendment to unified development regulations for a manufactured home park. The agenda also includes service awards for long-tenured county employees.

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✓ Decided: County approves Cedar Creek Bridge replacement bid to Ebert Construction

The Board approved a $427,595.98 bid for the Cedar Creek Bridge Replacement to Ebert Construction, and authorized up to $50,000 for a vac trailer purchase. A conditional use permit for a rural tourism event center was approved, and a zoning amendment for manufactured home parks was passed. All other items were routine or informational.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 SERVICE AWARDS 2.1 Tregen Thomas - Buildings & Grounds - 5 Years 2.2 Kristen Gilliland - Public Works - 10 Years 2.3 Dawn Henry - County Clerk - 15 Years 2.4 Troy Berg - Public Works - 20 Years 3.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 3.1 Approval of Agenda Items 3.2 Approval of Minutes 4.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 5.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 5.1 Director of Human Resources - Jamie Douglass 5.2 Public Works Administrator - Tim Eisenbarth 5.3 Commissioners Updates 5.4 Administration Office 5.5 County Counselor 6.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:00 6.1 Conditional Use Permit - Rural Tourism - St. Marys Township 9:15 6.2 Unified Development Regulation Amendment - Manufactured Home Park 7.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 7.1 Tax Corrections 7.2 Ledger Transactions 8.0 ADJOURNMENT Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING August 3, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to …
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 3 August 3, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes August 3, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Dawn Henry County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Natha Manges Burns Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Dan Lingenfelser Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Matt Ubel Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Doug Kern Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Kristen Gilliland General Technician Present 8:30 a.m. Jamie Douglass Director of Human Resources Present 8:30 a.m. Becky Ryan Communications Manager Present 8:30 a.m. Tim Eisenbarth Public Works Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Nathan Bergman Bartlett & West Present 8:30 a.m …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

County board to consider $2026-A GO bond and temporary note sale resolution

The Pottawatomie County Commission is holding its regular meeting with routine approvals, public comments, and department updates. The main new business is a resolution for the 2026-A general obligation bonds and 2026-1 temporary note sale, presented by Dave Arteberry. Consent items include tax corrections and a CMB item for Divine Vineyard and Venue, followed by a work session on a Council on Aging needs assessment.

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✓ Decided: County approves advisory election resolution and bond sales

The Board approved several resolutions, including one calling for an advisory election (Resolution 2026-31), and two resolutions for 2026-A GO Bonds and a temporary note sale (Resolutions 2026-32 and 2026-33). They also approved quotes for the St Marys EMS build (HVAC and water/sewer) and consent items including tax corrections and a CMB for Divine Vineyard and Venue. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Noxious Weed Director - Mark Jack 4.2 Commissioners Updates 4.3 Administration Office 5.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:30 5.1 2026-A GO Bonds & 2026-1 Temporary Note Sale Resolution - Dave Arteberry 6.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 6.1 Tax Corrections 6.2 CMB - Divine Vineyard and Venue 7.0 ADJOURNMENT 8.0 WORK SESSION 8.1 Council on Aging Needs Assessment Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member REGULAR MEETING July 27, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 2 July 27, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes July 27, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Dawn Henry County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Lilly Hansen The Times Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Natha Manges Burns Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Dan Lingenfelser Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Matt Ubel Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Katherine Johnson Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Mark Jack Noxious Weed Director Present 8:30 a.m. Tommy Edwards Building Facilities Manager Present 8:30 a.m. Tim Eisenbarth Public Works Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Heather Gladbach Assistant County Administrator Present 9:14 a.m. Dave Arteberry Stifel, Nicolaus & Company …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

✓ Decided: County board approves consent items, defers advisory election resolution

The Board of County Commissioners approved the agenda, minutes, and consent items including tax corrections and ledger transactions totaling $467,241.35, all by 4-0 votes. A resolution calling for an advisory election (Resolution 2026-31) was discussed but deferred to a later meeting. No action was taken in executive session.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Finance Officer - Heather Gladbach 4.2 Commissioners Updates 4.3 Administration Office 4.4 County Counselor 5.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:30 5.1 Extension Office - Erin Tynon 6.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 6.1 Tax Corrections 6.2 Ledger Transactions 7.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION 7.1 Attorney Client Privilege - Potential Litigation 8.0 ADJOURNMENT Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING July 20, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 2 July 20, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes July 20, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member NOT PRESENT Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Dawn Henry County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Lilly Hansen The Times Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Natha Manges Burns Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Matt Ubel Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Katherine Johnson Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Heather Gladbach Assistant County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. David Nelson Resident Present 8:39 a.m. Amber Sharpe Extension Present 9:30 a.m. Hayes Rickstrew Extension Present 9:30 a.m. Delaney Figge Extension Present 9:30 a.m. 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS: 2.1 Yenzer moved to ap …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on rural event center and mobile home park rules

The Pottawatomie County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a rural tourism event center and an amendment to mobile home park regulations. The body will also discuss draft regulations for data centers and approve the final plat for Heritage Hills Unit 4.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves rural tourism CUP with conditions

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for rural tourism for Steve Kaiser, with conditions limiting hours to 6 AM-midnight and noise to 65 decibels at the nearest residence. They also approved an amendment to the Manufactured Home Park District regulations and discussed upcoming data center regulations and a rezoning request.

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Date: July 16, 2026 Pottawatomie County Time: 7:00 PM Office of Planning & Development Location: Sunflower Room 785-457-3551 Public Works Building zoning@pottcounty.org 612 E. Campbell St. (Map) Westmoreland, KS **The meeting will be streamed over Zoom as a listening in option only. To comment on any portion of the public hearing, please fill out the public comment form in advance or attend in person** Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99233429169 Meeting ID: 992 3342 9169 or phone in: 1-346-248-7799 or 1-312-626-6799 Planning Commission Website page: https://www.pottcounty.org/237/Planning-Commission 1. Call to Order - Roll Call 2. Public Comments – Non Agenda Items Only a. Public Comment Form 3. Approval of Minutes a. June 18, 2026 Meeting Minutes 4. Consent Agenda a. Heritage Hills Unit 4 Final Plat 5. Adoption of the Regular Agenda 6. Regular Agenda a. Action Item: Hearing 624-26 – CUP Request – Rural tourism - Event Center Staff Report b. Action Item: Hearing 625-26 – UDR Amendment – Mobile Home Park Regulations Staff Report c. Discussion Item: Data Center Regulations – Hearing Procedure Overview Draft Regulations d. New Business e. Staff Updates 7. Adjournment Agenda Pottawatomie County Planning Commission Judd McCormack – Chair Doug Kern – Vice-Chair Robert Busby – Secretary Travis Ross – Member Nathan Henry – Member Lynn Schwandt – Member Steve …
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Pottawatomie County Planning Commission Judd McCormack – Chair Doug Kern – Vice-Chair Robert Busby - Secretary Lynn Schwandt – Member Travis Ross - Member Nathan Henry - Member Lynn Schwandt - Member Travis Ross – Member Steve Minton – Member Tatum Couture – Member Austin Vincent - Member John Dorobek - Member Meeting Minutes for July 16, 2026 In Attendance: Judd McCormack Location: Public Works Office Building Doug Kern Sunflower Room Robert Busby 612 E. Campbell St. Nathan Henry Westmoreland, KS Steve Minton John Dorobek Austin Vincent Travis Ross Tatum Couture Absent: Lynn Schwandt County Staff: Gregg Webster – Zoning Administrator Bridget Snow – County Planner Also: Bill Drew – County Commissioner Others In Attendance: (from sign-in sheet) Arturo Mauricio KMAN Radio Steve Kaiser St Marys Ben Kaiser St Marys Kirk Lowell Wamego Lawrence Ubel Wheaton Matt Ubel Wheaton John Watt Junction City Daniel Davies Havensville Susan Watt Wamego There were three Zoom attendees – Listening option only Call to order McCormack called the meeting to order at 7:01 P.M. Busby called the roll, with members present as shown, and confirmed there was a quorum. Public Comment – Non-Agenda Items: Daniel Davies – explained he is the adjacent neighbor to the area proposed to be rezoned in June by Derek Tollefson. He explained he u …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026

Local Emergency Planning Committee

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Local Emergency Planning Committee Agenda – Third Quarter Date: July 15, 2026 Time: 1300 to 1500 (as needed) Meeting Location: Pottawatomie County Emergency Management, 406 C Miller Drive, Wamego, Kansas 66547 Local Emergency Planning Committee Members Cities Julie Wren City of Westmoreland City Clerk westycity@cityofwestmoreland .org Jeannie Johnson City of Olsburg City Clerk Olsburgcity@twinvalley.net Non-Government Organizations Jina Moon Big Lakes jmoon@biglakes.org Julie Sackrider Three Rivers, Inc. Manager julies@threeriversinc.org Carol Arnold American Red Cross Carol.arnold@redcross.org Paul Schliffke Wamego PD-Retired pschliffke@gmail.com Elected State and Local Officials Terry Force Pottawatomie County Commissioner tforce@pottcounty.org Emergency Management DeAun Bailey Pottawatomie Co. EMGT Assistant Director dbailey@Pottcounty.org Jennifer Merrow Pottawatomie Co. EMGT Director jmerrow@Pottcounty.org Emergency Medical (EMS) Andrew Couchman Pottawatomie Co. EMS Director acouchman@pottcounty.org Troy Armstrong Pottawatomie County EMS Assistant Director tarmstrong@pottcounty.org Fire Alex Kinderknecht Pottawatomie Co. Consolidated Fire Dept alexk@Pottcounty.org Jared Barnes Pottawatomie Co. Consolidated Fire Supervisor jbarnes@Pottcounty.org Phil Stultz Wamego Fire Department Chief philstultz212@gmail.com Scott French City of Manhattan Manhattan Fire D …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Health Department Director - Leslie Campbell 4.2 Zoning Administrator - Gregg Webster 4.3 Public Works Administrator - Tim Eisenbarth 4.4 Commissioners Updates 4.5 Administration Office 4.6 County Counselor 5.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:30 5.1 Approve 2027 budget publication - Heather Gladbach 9:45 5.2 Commissioner Wages 6.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 6.1 Tax Corrections 7.0 ADJOURNMENT Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member REGULAR MEETING July 13, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 3 July 13, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes July 13, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Dawn Henry County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Natha Manges Burns Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Derek Tollefson Landowner Present 8:30 a.m. Bridget Snow County Planner Present 8:30 a.m. Jamie Douglass Director of Human Resources Present 8:30 a.m. Robin Knoblauch County Appraiser Present 8:30 a.m. Leslie Campbell Health Department Director Present 8:30 a.m. Tim Eisenbarth Public Works Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Gregg Webster Zoning Administrator Present 8:39 a.m. Nathan Bergman Bartl …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

Board hears petition to incorporate City of Green Valley

The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to address the incorporation petition for the City of Green Valley. The agenda includes guidance from the County Counselor and a hearing where petitioner Robert Busby will speak for 10 minutes, followed by limited public comments from residents and property owners.

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1.0 CALL TO ORDER SPECIAL MEETING 2.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 2.1 Guidance from County Counselor 3.0 OLD BUSINESS 3.1 Incorporation Petition Hearing for City of Green Valley 3.2 Petitioner - Robert Busby - 10 Minutes 3.3 Residents & Property Owners Public Comments Limited to 3 Minutes 4.0 ADJOURNMENT District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair SPECIAL MEETING July 9, 2026 6:30 pm - 9:00 PM 3940 Excel Road Manhattan, KS 66502 District 3, Bill Drew – Member AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 2 July 9, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Special Meeting Minutes July 9, 2026 6:30 p.m. Crestview Christian Church 3940 Excel Rd, Manhattan KS 66502 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force Attendance Sheet Attached 1.0 Incorporate the City of Green Valley as a City of the Third-Class Public Hearing: Chair declared to continue the hearing to incorporate the City of Green Valley as a City of the Third- Class open at 6:30 p.m. 2.0 Petitioner, Robert Busby, clarified and updated some of the information of incorporating the City of Green Valley as a city of the Third-Class he presented at the last hearing. Commissioners had several questions for Busby. Chair opened the floor for public comment. Anyone wishing to address the Board must do so from the podium provided for that purpose. Each presenter shall state his or her name, address and whether he or she resides within the territory or owns real estate lying within the territory, or both. Presenters are limited to three minutes each. If a presenter intends only to support prior testimony of a witness, a short statement to that effect would be appreciated in the interest of time. Speakers are listed as follows: After hearing public comment and discussion, Chair declared the hearing to incorporate the City of G …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 SERVICE AWARDS 2.1 Jena Newman - Public Works - 5 Years 2.2 Terry Voight - County Sheriff - 5 Years 2.3 Jacob Walsh - County Sheriff - 5 Years 3.0 QUARTERLY AWARD WINNER 3.1 Marie Dawes 4.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 4.1 Approval of Agenda Items 4.2 Approval of Minutes 5.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 6.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 6.1 Director of Human Resources - Jamie Douglass 6.2 Public Works Administrator - Tim Eisenbarth 6.3 Commissioners Updates 6.4 Administration Office 6.5 County Counselor 7.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 7.1 Tax Corrections 7.2 Ledger Transactions 8.0 ADJOURNMENT 9.0 WORK SESSION 9.1 2027 Budget Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member REGULAR MEETING July 6, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 3 July 6, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes July 6, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Tabitha Caudill Deputy County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Lily Hansen The Times Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Natha Manges Burns Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Lisa Wright County Treasurer Present 8:30 a.m. Courtney Nowling Human Resources Specialist Present 8:30 a.m. Tim Eisenbarth Public Works Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Dan Lingenfelser Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Jacob Walsh Section Patrolman Present 8:30 a.m. Doug Kern Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Kathryn Tolle Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Doug Adams Sheriff Present 8:30 a.m. Robin Knoblau …
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Mon Jun 29, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

Pottawatomie County Board holds routine June 29 meeting with no specific new business listed

The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on June 29, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, including the approval of minutes, department updates, and consent items such as tax corrections. No specific new business, ordinances, or contracts are listed on the provided agenda.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Public Works Administrator - Tim Eisenbarth 4.2 Commissioners Updates 4.3 Administration Office 4.4 County Counselor 5.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 5.1 Tax Corrections 5.2 Township Report 6.0 ADJOURNMENT Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member REGULAR MEETING June 29, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 2 June 29, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes June 29, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Tabitha Caudill Deputy County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Lily Hansen The Times Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Natha Manges Burns Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Lisa Wright County Treasurer Present 8:30 a.m. Amy Haselhorst Deputy County Treasurer Present 8:30 a.m. Tim Eisenbarth Public Works Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Nathan Bergman Bartlett & West Present 8:30 a.m. Matt Ubel Resident Present 8:30 a.m. John Watt Geary County Resident Present 8:40 a.m. 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS: 2.1 Yenzer moved to approve the agenda as amended, adding County Treasu …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

Board discusses alternative route study into Manhattan from Green Valley area

The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to review department updates and approve routine consent items. The primary new business involves a discussion on an alternative route study into Manhattan from the Green Valley area and a general discussion on fireworks. Following the regular meeting, the board will hold a work session focused on the 2027 budget.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 County Attorney - John Paul Washburn 4.2 County Treasurer - Lisa Wright 4.3 Health Department Director - Leslie Campbell 4.4 Emergency Medical Services Director - Andrew Couchman 4.5 Public Works Administrator - Tim Eisenbarth 4.6 Commissioners Updates 4.7 Administration Office 4.8 County Counselor 5.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:30 5.1 Alternative Route Study Into Manhattan From Green Valley Area 9:45 5.2 Fireworks Discussion 6.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 6.1 Tax Corrections 6.2 Ledger Transactions 7.0 ADJOURNMENT 8.0 WORK SESSION 8.1 2027 Budget Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member REGULAR MEETING June 22, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of …
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 3 June 22, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes June 22, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Dawn Henry County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Lily Hansen The Times Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Natha Manges Burns Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Dan Lingenfelser Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Dennis Grunewald Resident Present 8:30 a.m. John Paul Washburn County Attorney Present 8:30 a.m. Kenton Rowe Washburn Law Summer Intern Present 8:30 a.m. Lisa Wright County Treasurer Present 8:30 a.m. Robin Knoblauch County Appraiser Present 8:30 a.m. Andrew Couchman EMS Director Present 8:30 a.m. Troy Armstr …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026

Planning Commission

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Date: June 18, 2026 Pottawatomie County Time: 7:00 PM Office of Planning & Development Location: Sunflower Room 785-457-3551 Public Works Building zoning@pottcounty.org 612 E. Campbell St. (Map) Westmoreland, KS **The meeting will be streamed over Zoom as a listening in option only. To comment on any portion of the public hearing, please fill out the public comment form in advance or attend in person** Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99233429169 Meeting ID: 992 3342 9169 or phone in: 1-346-248-7799 or 1-312-626-6799 Planning Commission Website page: https://www.pottcounty.org/237/Planning-Commission 1. Call to Order - Roll Call 2. Public Comments – Non Agenda Items Only a. Public Comment Form 3. Approval of Minutes a. May 21, 2026 Meeting Minutes 4. Consent Agenda 5. Adoption of the Regular Agenda 6. Regular Agenda a. Action Item: Hearing 620-26 – Rezoning Request – A1-AB Staff Report b. Action Item: Hearing 623-26 – Rezoning Request – A1-CH Staff Report c. Discussion Item: Data Center Regulations Draft Regulations, Updated based on May discussion d. New Business e. Staff Updates f. Election of Officers 7. Adjournment Agenda Pottawatomie County Planning Commission Judd McCormack – Chair Doug Kern – Vice-Chair Robert Busby – Secretary Travis Ross – Member Nathan Henry – Member Lynn Schwandt – Member Steve Minton – Member Tatum Couture – Member Austin …
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Pottawatomie County Planning Commission Judd McCormack – Chair Doug Kern – Vice-Chair Robert Busby - Secretary Lynn Schwandt – Member Travis Ross - Member Nathan Henry - Member Lynn Schwandt - Member Travis Ross – Member Steve Minton – Member Tatum Couture – Member Austin Vincent - Member John Dorobek - Member Meeting Minutes for June 18, 2026 In Attendance: Judd McCormack Location: Public Works Office Building Doug Kern Sunflower Room Robert Busby 612 E. Campbell St. Nathan Henry Westmoreland, KS Steve Minton Lynn Schwandt Austin Vincent Travis Ross Tatum Couture Absent: John Dorobek County Staff: Gregg Webster – Zoning Administrator Bridget Snow – County Planner Also: Bill Drew – County Commissioner Others In Attendance: (from sign-in sheet) Dale Rice PTSO Brandon Buss PTSO Arturo Mauricio KMAN Radio Brenda Diederich Bridget Drew Audra Evans Wamego Robert Thomas Wamego Karen Becker Manhattan Daniel Davies Havensville David Trussell Manhattan Alice Trussell Manhattan Susan Watt Wamego Cindy Falk Onaga Landon Van Nahman St. George Jim Carlson Manhattan John Watt Junction City Tim Avery Junction City Matt Ubel Margaret Syrokosz St. Marys Meghan Barr Onaga Mollie Barr Onaga Tom McPadden Onaga There were eight Zoom attendees – Listening option only …
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Mon Jun 15, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

Board reviews rezoning request and conditional use permit

The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on June 15, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. The agenda includes department updates from the Fire Supervisor and Administration Office. New business items involve a Blue Township Fire presentation, an Employee Committee update, a conditional use permit, and a rezoning request, all presented by Gregg Webster or relevant staff. Old business includes a continued road vacation hearing.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Fire Supervisor - Jared Barnes 4.2 Commissioners Updates 4.3 Administration Office 4.4 County Counselor 5.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:00 5.1 Blue Township Fire - Darin Strathman 9:15 5.2 Employee Committee - Courtney Nowling 9:30 5.3 Conditional Use Permit - Gregg Webster 9:45 5.4 Rezoning Request - Gregg Webster 6.0 OLD BUSINESS 10:00 6.1 Road Vacation Hearing Continued 7.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 7.1 Tax Corrections 8.0 ADJOURNMENT Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING June 15, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 3 June 15, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes June 15, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Dawn Henry County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Dustin Mengareli KDWP Present 8:30 a.m. Courtney Nowling HR Specialist Present 8:30 a.m. Jared Barnes Fire Supervisor Present 8:30 a.m. Dustin Taylor Blue Township Board Present 8:30 a.m. Cindy Falk Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Doug Kern Resident Present 8:30 a.m. David Littrell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Dennis Cook Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Dan Lingenfelser Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Darin Strathman Blue Township Fire Present 8:30 a. …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to hear petition to incorporate City of Green Valley

The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting on June 11, 2026, to discuss the incorporation petition for the City of Green Valley. The agenda includes guidance from the County Counselor and public comments from residents and property owners, limited to three minutes each. No other specific business items, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

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1.0 CALL TO ORDER SPECIAL MEETING 2.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 2.1 Guidance from County Counselor 3.0 NEW BUSINESS 3.1 Incorporation Petition Hearing for City of Green Valley 3.2 Petitioner - Robert Busby 3.3 City of Manhattan - Danielle Dulin 3.4 Residents & Property Owners Public Comments Limited to 3 Minutes 4.0 ADJOURNMENT District 3, Bill Drew – Member AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair SPECIAL MEETING June 11, 2026 6:30 pm - 9:00 PM 3940 Excel Road Manhattan, KS 66502 AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 2 June 11, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Special Meeting Minutes June 11, 2026 6:30 p.m. Crestview Christian Church 3940 Excel Rd, Manhattan KS 66502 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force Attendance Sheet Attached 1.0 Incorporate the City of Green Valley as a City of the Third-Class Public Hearing: Chair declared the hearing to incorporate the City of Green Valley as a City of the Third-Class open at 6:35 p.m. 2.0 Bernard Irvine, County Counselor, provided guidance and information on the petition to incorporate the City of Green Valley and the processes of the public hearing. 3.0 Petitioner, Robert Busby, presented past, present, and future information of incorporating the City of Green Valley as a city of the Third-Class. Commissioners had several questions for Busby. Danielle Dulin, Manhattan City Manager, presented information opposing the incorporation of the City of Green Valley as a city of the Third-Class. Commissioners had a few questions for Dulin. Chair opened the floor for public comment. Anyone wishing to address the Board must do so from the podium provided for that purpose. Each presenter shall state his or her name, address and whether he or she resides within the territory or owns real estate lying within the territory, or both. Presenters are limited to three minutes each. If a present …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

Board reviews Glen at Heritage Hills special assessment and 2027 budget requests

The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss new business items, including special assessment hearings for The Glen at Heritage Hills and a 2027 budget request from the North Central Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging. The agenda also includes a review of the Reserve Policy and departmental updates from EMS, Sanitation, and Public Works. Routine items such as ledger transactions will be handled as consent items.

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 2.1 Approval of Agenda Items 2.2 Approval of Minutes 3.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 4.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 4.1 Emergency Medical Services Director - Andrew Couchman 4.2 County Sanitarian/Transfer Station Supervisor - Scott Schwinn 4.3 Public Works Administrator - Tim Eisenbarth 4.4 Commissioners Updates 4.5 Administration Office 4.6 County Counselor 5.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:30 5.1 The Glen at Heritage Hills Special Assessment Hearings 10:00 5.2 2027 Budget Request - North Central Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging 10:15 5.3 Reserve Policy - Heather Gladbach 6.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 6.1 Ledger Transactions 7.0 ADJOURNMENT Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING June 8, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and topics are scheduled following the completion of scheduled meeting times.
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 3 June 8, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes June 8, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Dawn Henry County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Lily Hansen Pott. Co. Times Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Natha Manges Burns Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Nina Oakes Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Cindy Falk Resident Present 8:30 a.m. John Watt Geary County Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Andrew Couchman EMS Director Present 8:30 a.m. Troy Armstrong Assistant EMS Director Present 8:30 a.m. Maggie Lundberg Mgmt Assistant/Billing Specialist Present 8:30 a.m. Tim Eisenbarth Public Works Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Nathan Bergman Bartlett & West Present 8:30 a.m. Jamie Douglass Director of Human …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

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8:30 1.0 CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE 2.0 SERVICE AWARDS 2.1 Patrick Middleton - EMS - 5 Years 2.2 John Allen - Public Works - 15 Years 3.0 ROUTINE ITEMS 3.1 Approval of Agenda Items 3.2 Approval of Minutes 4.0 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Non Agenda Items Only, limited to 3 min) 5.0 DEPARTMENT UPDATES 5.1 Director of Human Resources - Jamie Douglass 5.2 County Appraiser - Robin Knoblauch 5.3 Emergency Management Director- Jennifer Merrow 5.4 Commissioners Updates 5.5 Administration Office 5.6 County Counselor 6.0 NEW BUSINESS 9:15 6.1 Gwaltney Subdivision Unit Two Final Plat - Gregg Webster 7.0 OLD BUSINESS 9:30 7.1 Road Vacation Hearing Continued 8.0 CONSENT ITEMS* (Approve all by single motion, unless discussion is needed) 8.1 Tax Corrections 8.2 Ledger Transactions 9.0 ADJOURNMENT 10.0 WORK SESSION 10.1 2027 Equipment Reserve Plans Note: The agenda is set Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING June 1, 2026 8:30 am 612 E Campbell, Westmoreland - Sunflower Room District 3, Bill Drew – Member District 4, Gary Yenzer – Member District 5, Terry Force – Chair AGENDA POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, KANSAS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S District 1, Deloyce McKee – Vice-Chair District 2, Merl Page – Member AND OTHER COUNTY MATTERS THAT MAY ARISE The times indicated are used as estimated times only by the Commission to assure that individuals requesting time to discuss business with the Board of County Commissioners are provided an opportunity to do so. New business and top …
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Final Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Page 1 of 3 June 1, 2026 Board of Pottawatomie County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes June 1, 2026 8:30 a.m. Sunflower Room 612 E Campbell St, Westmoreland KS 66549 www.pottcounty.org District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Deloyce McKee Merl Page Bill Drew Gary D Yenzer Terry Force 1.0 8:30 AM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING WITH FLAG SALUTE & PRAYER Attendee Name Title Status Deloyce McKee County Commissioner, Vice Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Merl Page County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Bill Drew County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Gary Yenzer County Commissioner, Member Present 8:30 a.m. Terry Force County Commissioner, Chair Present 8:30 a.m. Chad Kinsley County Administrator Present 8:30 a.m. Dawn Henry County Clerk Present 8:30 a.m. Bernard Irvine County Counselor Present 8:30 a.m. Lily Hansen Pott. Co. Times Present 8:30 a.m. Steve Minton Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Michelle Campbell Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Natha Manges Burns Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Ben Bielinski Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Jean DeVader Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Nina E. Oakes Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Phyllis Hupe Resident Present 8:30 a.m. Bethany Page Resident Present 8:30 a.m. John Allen Mechanic II Present 8:30 a.m. Bryon Brown KDWP Present 8:30 a.m. Dustin Mengarelli KDWP Present 8:30 a.m. Becky Ryan Communications M …
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