Pratt County public meetings in 2021

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear reports from various department heads. The agenda consists of a series of scheduled time slots for county officials to present information.

• IT report from Mark Graber
• EM/Zoning report from Tim Branscom
• Noxious Weed report from Jon Roach
• Road report from Doug Freund
• Fire/Rescue report from Billy Hampton

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to hold a series of meetings with county officials. The agenda lists time slots for discussions with representatives from economic development, the sheriff's office, roads, EMS, and CSW.

• Meeting with Heather Morgan (EC Dev/COVID)
• Meeting with Jimmy White (Sheriff)
• Meeting with Doug Freund (Road)
• Meeting with Brian Atteberry (EMS)
• Meeting with Nancy Smith (CSW)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear reports and updates from various county officials and community representatives. The agenda consists of a series of scheduled time slots for individual presentations.

• Economic Development/COVID update with Heather Morgan
• Noxious Weed report with Jon Roach
• Glendale School discussion with Karen Eck
• Landfill and Recycling update with Jason Winkel
• EMS report with Brian Atteberry

The Board approved Resolution 12-20-2021 transferring $235,500 to the special equipment reserve fund, covering emergency management, election, fire/rescue, and health. They also approved a $15,600 grant application for EMS infusion pump kits, increased the county counselor's fee to $150 per hour, and approved payments and certificates. Several executive sessions were held with no action taken.

• Approved Resolution 12-20-2021 transferring $235,500 to special equipment reserve fund (3-0)
• Approved EMS grant application for $15,600 for infusion pump kits (3-0)
• Approved county counselor's fee increase to $150/hour starting Jan 1, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved invoice #19 to Landmark Architect for $3,491.25 (3-0)
• Approved certificate #13 for $262,395.90 to Harman Huffman Construction Group Inc. (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for December 20, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from December 13, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting with various county officials and consultants. The agenda consists of a schedule of individual appointments to discuss departmental updates and specific projects.

• Meeting with Amy Jones, Treasurer
• Meeting with Darcie Vandervyvery, Health
• Meeting with IMA Consulting
• Meeting with Heather Morgan regarding Economic Development and COVID
• Meeting with Tim Branscom regarding Emergency Management and Zoning

The Pratt County Commission approved several purchases, including a 2021 Ford F-150 for the landfill/recycling, eight voting booths for $7,690, and weather tower lights up to $7,000. They also approved publishing tax foreclosure bids, reappointed Doug Freund to the zoning board, and accepted the RSVP director's resignation. No action was taken on employee evaluations or raises.

• Approved $56,726 for 2021 Ford F-150 for landfill/recycling (3-0)
• Approved $7,690 for eight voting booths from Inclusion-Solutions, paid from ARPA funds (3-0)
• Approved purchase of weather tower lights up to $7,000 (3-0)
• Approved publishing tax foreclosure bids for land at 35-27-11 for three weeks, opened Jan 10, 2022 (3-0)
• Reappointed Doug Freund to zoning board for three-year term (3-0)
• Accepted resignation of RSVP Director Tiffany Ailstock effective Feb 5, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 6, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved vouchers for Dec 13, 2021 (2-0, Commissioner Jones recused)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a joint meeting with the city and conduct a series of departmental updates. Discussions include economic development, emergency management, and road projects.

• Joint City/County meeting
• Economic Development/COVID consultations with Heather Morgan
• Task force discussion with Sheriff Jimmy White
• Landfill and recycling update with Jason Winkel
• Road project discussion with Doug Freund regarding Venture Corp

The commission approved Resolution 12-06-2021 to join statewide opioid litigation and authorize related documents. They also approved several payments, reappointed Brian Moore to the Economic Development Board, and purchased a new truck and air bag kits. The meeting included reports from the sheriff, emergency manager, and other department heads.

• Approved Resolution 12-06-2021 to join statewide opioid litigation and authorize execution of related documents (3-0).
• Approved payment of $2,472.39 to Great Plains Development for 2022 dues (3-0).
• Approved payment of $1,70.40 to the League of Kansas Municipalities for 2022 dues (3-0).
• Reappointed Brian Moore to the Economic Development Board for a three-year term (3-0).
• Approved purchase of a 2021 Ford F-150 from Rusty Eck Ford for $55,346, not to exceed $57,000, bypassing procurement policy due to lack of vehicles (3-0).
• Approved purchase of three air bag kits from Weis Fire & Safety LLC for $7,600 (3-0).
• Approved the county emergency operating plan promulgation (3-0).
• Approved payment vouchers for December 6, 2021, and certificates #11 ($519,651) and #12 ($541,438.20) to Harman Huffman Construction Group Inc. (3-0).

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a series of meetings with consultants and staff. Discussions include economic development, COVID-19, RSVP, insurance, and roads.

• Meeting with Heather Morgan regarding economic development and COVID
• Meeting with Tiffany Ailstock, RSVP Director
• Meeting with Rich Sanders and Jeremy Doggett regarding insurance
• Meeting with Road Supervisor Doug Freund

The Pratt County Commissioners met in regular session and approved payroll payables for December 1, 2021, and the minutes from November 22, 2021, both by 3-0 votes. They also recessed into executive session for ten minutes to discuss non-elected personnel, returning with nothing to report. The board heard reports on insurance quotes, road department needs, and updates on opioid settlement and 911 funds, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved payroll payables for December 1, 2021 (3-0).
• Approved minutes from November 22, 2021 (3-0).
• Recessed into executive session for 10 minutes to discuss non-elected personnel (3-0).
• Returned from executive session with nothing to report (3-0).
• Adjourned at 3:34 PM (3-0).

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a series of meetings with local officials and representatives. The agenda consists of scheduled time slots for discussions with county departments and energy interests.

• Meeting with Heather Morgan regarding Economic Development and COVID consultants
• Meeting with Ryan Lunt of Pratt Energy
• Meeting with Billy Hampton regarding Fire/Rescue
• Meeting with Brian Atteberry regarding EMS
• Meeting with Sheriff Jimmy White

The board adopted Resolution 11-22-21 to apply for and file grants, with the economic development consultant to contact department heads. They hired Casey Ziehr for the noxious weed department at $17.25/hour starting December 6, 2021. They also approved a $881.60 fertilizer quote from Younie Landscapes, Inc., and authorized Chairman Shriver to sign the opioid settlement participation agreement. No bids were received for county land at 35-27-11.

• Adopted Resolution 11-22-21 for applying and filing grants (3-0).
• Hired Casey Ziehr at $17.25/hour, effective December 6, 2021 (3-0).
• Approved Younie Landscapes, Inc. fertilizer quote for $881.60 (3-0).
• Approved Chairman Shriver signing the opioid settlement participation agreement (3-0).
• Approved payment vouchers for November 22, 2021 (3-0).
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2021 (3-0).
• Held executive sessions on personnel, public security, and attorney-client matters; no action taken.
• Decided to give employees $150 in Chamber Bucks for Christmas.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a series of meetings with county directors and outside representatives. The session includes reports on economic development, health, recycling, and noxious weeds.

• Report from Heather Morgan regarding economic development and COVID consultants
• Report from Health Director Darcie Vandervyver
• Reports from Recycling/Landfill Director Jason Winkel and Noxious Weed Director Jon Roach
• Meeting with Tiffany Ailstock of RSVP
• Meeting with Jeff Roshan of Prairie Foods

The board hired Ryan Souders as a paramedic at $16.50 per hour, approved a $3,491.25 payment to Landmark Architect for invoice #18, and approved change order #3 from Landmark Architect. They also approved payment vouchers for November 15, 2021, and the minutes from November 8 and 12, 2021. Several executive sessions were held with no action taken.

• Hired Ryan Souders as paramedic at $16.50/hour (3-0)
• Approved $3,491.25 payment to Landmark Architect for invoice #18 (3-0)
• Approved change order #3 from Landmark Architect (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for November 15, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from November 8 and 12, 2021 (3-0)
• Held executive sessions on personnel with no action (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to hear updates from various department heads and consultants. The agenda includes reports from Fire/Rescue, the Noxious Weed Director, RSVP, and Varney & Assoc regarding an audit.

• Report from Billy Hampton, Fire/Rescue
• Report from Jon Roach, Noxious Weed Director
• Report from Tiffany Ailstock, RSVP
• Audit report from April Swartz, Varney & Assoc

The Board approved a Kansas Dept of Transportation cost share agreement for a road project at NE 20th Avenue, purchased a utility trailer for the lake, and approved payment vouchers. They also canvassed ballots from the November 2 election, counting provisional and late mail ballots. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed or deferred.

• Approved KDOT cost share agreement for NE 20th Avenue road project (3-0)
• Purchased 2022 PJ utility trailer from Sunflower Trailer & Sales for $1,900 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for November 8, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from November 1, 2021 (3-0)
• Canvassed November 2 election ballots, including 3 provisional and 3 mail ballots (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to hear from consultants and residents regarding local projects. Discussions include economic development, a memorial sign, and road issues.

• Economic development discussion with Heather Morgan
• Memorial sign at lake proposal from Roberta Mayes
• Road discussion with Doug Freund
• Emergency management and zoning discussion with Tim Branscom

The board approved purchasing a long block for a grader repair at a cost of $30,000, approved memorial signage for Lewis Mayes on Pier 2, and tabled Change Order #3 for $27,872 until next week. They also approved a letter of support for Arrowhead West's KDOT grant and approved payment vouchers and an architect invoice.

• Approved purchase of long block for grader repair at $30,000 (3-0)
• Approved memorial signage for Lewis Mayes on Pier 2 (3-0)
• Tabled Change Order #3 for $27,872 until next week (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for Arrowhead West KDOT grant (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for November 1, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment of $1,349.45 to Landmark Architect for invoice #17 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 25, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a meeting with scheduled presentations from four individuals: an economic development consultant, the noxious weed director, a landmark architect, and a real estate contact. The agenda lists only these presentations with no other business items, so the meeting appears to be primarily informational.

• Presentation by Heather Morgan, Eco Dev Consultant at 2:00 PM
• Presentation by Jon Roach, Noxious Weed Director at 2:15 PM
• Presentation by Kelly McMurphy, Landmark Architect at 2:30 PM
• Presentation by John Hamm, Real Estate at 2:45 PM

The commission approved the sale of a .03-acre county-owned parcel in SE4SE4 of 35-27-11, contingent on the road department not using it. Bids will be advertised in the Pratt Tribune for three consecutive weeks starting November 3, 2021, and opened November 22, 2021. The board also approved keeping a part-time noxious weed employee through winter, a $1,500 contract with Gilmore & Bell, payment vouchers, and a $264,600 construction payment. Two executive sessions were held with nothing to report.

• Approved sale of .03-acre tract in SE4SE4 of 35-27-11 if road department isn't using it (3-0)
• Approved keeping part-time noxious weed employee active through winter or until full-time hire
• Approved $1,500 contract with Gilmore & Bell for disclosure (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for October 25, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved $264,600 payment to Harman Huffman Construction Group for Certificate #10 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 11, 2021 (3-0)
• Held executive session on attorney/client matter, nothing to report
• Held executive session on non-elected personnel, nothing to report

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to receive updates from an economic development consultant and the landfill/recycling manager. The agenda lists these as presentations, with no formal decisions or public hearings noted.

• Presentation by Heather Morgan, economic development consultant
• Presentation by Jason Winkel on landfill and recycling

The board approved a $0.50 raise for landfill employee Jeremy Mosley, hired three RSVP staff at $10/hour, moved Justin Crouch to full-time paramedic, hired Kasey Petrik part-time at $17/hour, and increased EMS Director Brian Atteberry's salary from $75,000 to $80,000 while rescinding his probationary period. They also approved payment vouchers and minutes, and discussed ARPA reporting changes and KDOT projects.

• Approved $0.50 raise for Jeremy Mosley at landfill (3-0)
• Hired Miller Nightwalker, Melinda Clark, Cathy Neuburger for RSVP at $10/hour each (3-0)
• Moved Justin Crouch from part-time to full-time paramedic at EMS (3-0)
• Hired Kasey Petrik part-time at $17/hour for EMS (3-0)
• Increased EMS Director Brian Atteberry salary from $75,000 to $80,000 and rescinded probationary period (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 4, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for October 11, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hear presentations from an economic development consultant and the EMS Director. The agenda contains no specific items for decision or vote.

• Presentation by Heather Morgan, Economic Development Consultant
• Presentation by Brian Atteberry, EMS Director

The board approved a revised contract change order for the KDOT road project, engaged American Title for tax foreclosure research, and approved a three-year training contract with CareerCert. They also hired Brian Atteberry as EMS director at $75,000 with a six-month review. Commissioner Jones was appointed as the opioid lawsuit liaison.

• Approved revised contract change order No. 2 for KDOT road project (3-0)
• Engaged American Title to research tax foreclosure properties (3-0)
• Approved CareerCert training system, $2,100 year 1, $2,205 year 2, $2,315.25 year 3 (3-0)
• Hired Brian Atteberry as EMS director at $75,000, reevaluate after 6 months (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Jones as opioid lawsuit liaison (3-0)
• Approved minutes from September 27, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Signed payment vouchers for October 4, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

This agenda contains only meeting times and the name of an economic development consultant, Heather Morgan. No specific action items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed, making it largely procedural or incomplete.

• Meeting scheduled for September 27, 2021, at 2:00 PM
• Heather Morgan, economic development consultant, listed on agenda

The commission hired Jon Roach as noxious weed director at $18/hour effective Oct. 1, 2021, and approved an amendment to the Kirkham Michael contract reducing the professional services fee from $77,100 to $69,100. They also approved the purchase of $100 in Chamber Bucks for Robert Torres's retirement, hired Kevyn Shank for the road department at $15/hour, and approved payment vouchers. Several executive sessions were held with no report.

• Hired Jon Roach as noxious weed director at $18/hour effective Oct. 1, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Kirkham Michael contract reducing fee from $77,100 to $69,100 (3-0)
• Approved $100 purchase of Chamber Bucks for Robert Torres's retirement (3-0)
• Hired Kevyn Shank for road department at $15/hour (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for September 27, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from September 20, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will host several presentations and interviews. The agenda includes meetings with an economic development consultant, RSVP, and the Road department, followed by EMS Director interviews.

• Presentation by Heather Morgan, Eco Dev Consultant
• Presentation by Tiffany Ailstock, RSVP
• Presentation by Doug Freund, Road
• EMS Director Interviews

The Pratt County Commission approved several financial and personnel actions, including signing investment and cost-of-issuance directives for hospital refinancing bonds, authorizing a letter to the trustee for reimbursement of county counselor fees, and approving a $0.25 per hour pay raise for an EMS employee. The board also approved the American Tower lease amendment, a wall repair contract not to exceed $1,200, and the minutes from previous meetings. No substantive decisions were made on COVID-related policies, as the federal quarantine pay program has ended.

• Approved hospital refinancing bond investment directive (3-0)
• Approved cost of issuance directive not to exceed $82,228.05 (3-0)
• Authorized letter to trustee for $2,580.00 county counselor fee reimbursement (3-0)
• Approved $0.25/hour pay raise for EMS employee Nicholas Moss (3-0)
• Approved American Tower lease amendment (3-0)
• Approved wall repair contract with JA Knight & Son for up to $1,200 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from September 13, 2021 and August 30, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for September 20, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

This is a brief procedural agenda with no listed action items. The board is scheduled to hear from economic development consultant Heather Morgan and an IT phone update from Mark Graber, but no decisions or discussions are detailed.

• Heather Morgan, economic development consultant, scheduled at 2:00 PM
• Mark Graber, IT phone update, scheduled at 2:15 PM

The Board approved routine payments, including $3,491.25 to Landmark Architects and $3,829.75 to Kirkham Michael, and approved the September 7 minutes and September 13 payment vouchers. They also approved paying fees for a companion/spouse to attend a KAC meeting. The board conducted EMS director interviews in executive session, with no reportable actions. No major policy decisions were made.

• Approved $3,491.25 payment to Landmark Architects (3-0)
• Approved $3,829.75 payment to Kirkham Michael (3-0)
• Approved September 7, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Approved September 13, 2021 payment vouchers (3-0)
• Approved paying companion/spouse fees for KAC meeting (3-0)
• Held executive sessions for EMS director interviews, no reportable actions

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to conduct interviews for the position of EMS Director. The agenda lists a 2:00 PM session with Heather Morgan, an economic development consultant, followed by interviews for the EMS Director role, though specific times and durations are not specified.

• Interview with Heather Morgan, economic development consultant
• Interviews for EMS Director position

The Board approved $2.00/hour and $1.50/hour pay raises for two road employees, payments to Harman Huffman Construction ($194,850) and Farha Construction Inc ($13,032.59), a $1,000 donation to Lemon Park Lights, and payment vouchers. They also authorized County Counselor Tyson Eisenhauer to accept the Mallinckrodt bankruptcy plan and nominated KAC delegates. Two executive sessions were held with nothing to report.

• Approved pay raise for Louis Bale to $15.50/hour
• Approved pay raise for Ben Henning to $15.50/hour
• Approved payment of $194,850 to Harman Huffman Construction
• Approved payment of $13,032.59 to Farha Construction Inc
• Approved $1,000 donation to Lemon Park Lights
• Approved payment vouchers for September 7, 2021
• Authorized acceptance of Mallinckrodt bankruptcy plan
• Nominated Commissioner Jones and Adams as KAC delegates

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a budget hearing and meet with the economic development consultant and health director. The agenda includes scheduled presentations from Heather Morgan and Darcie Vandervyver.

• RNR/Budget Hearing
• Presentation by Heather Morgan, Economic Development Consultant
• Presentation by Darcie Vandervyver, Health Director

The Board of County Commissioners held a combined revenue neutral rate and budget hearing, adopted Resolution No. 08-30-2021 to exceed the revenue neutral rate, and approved the 2022 budget with expenditures of $20,268,853 and ad valorem tax of $9,388,352. No public comments were received. The board also amended a prior motion to pay premium pay on September 22, 2021, approved the August 23 minutes, and approved payment vouchers.

• Adopted Resolution No. 08-30-2021 to exceed the revenue neutral rate for tax year 2022 (3-0).
• Adopted the 2022 budget as presented with expenditures of $20,268,853 and ad valorem tax of $9,388,352 (3-0).
• Amended the August 23, 2021 motion to pay premium pay on September 22, 2021 (3-0).
• Approved the minutes from August 23, 2021 as presented (3-0).
• Approved payment vouchers for August 30, 2021 (3-0).
• Adjourned the regular session at 3:15 PM and the budget hearing at 10:25 AM (3-0).

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear reports from various county directors and consultants. The agenda consists of a series of scheduled presentations and updates.

• Economic development review with Heather Morgan
• IMA Consulting presentation by Jalaa Miller
• Health Director report from Darcie Vandervyver
• Emergency Management and Zoning update from Tim Branscom
• EMS Director report from Brian Atteberry

The Board approved several COVID-related measures, including premium pay for election workers and county employees, and contracts for ARP fund management and accounting. They also hired new personnel and approved various payments.

• Approved amended economic development contract reducing 2021 pay to $8,221 (2-0, Jones recused)
• Approved COVID federal fund management engagement letter with Heather Morgan Consulting (2-0, Jones recused)
• Approved COVID engagement letter with Swindoll, Janzen, Hawk & Loyd, LLC, not to exceed $7,500 (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 for County Clerk for COVID federal fund work (3-0)
• Approved $100 per election worker for COVID premium pay (3-0)
• Approved $2,000 COVID premium pay for full-time in-person employees, prorated for part-time (3-0)
• Approved hiring Micheal Blackford as Juvenile Intake Officer at $277 biweekly (3-0)
• Approved increase for Joni Ohlde to $500 biweekly for Juvenile Intake Officer (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to sign documents related to the refinancing of PRMC bonds. The meeting also includes a scheduled time for Tiffany Ailstock.

• Signing PRMC bond refinancing documents

The Board of County Commissioners and the Public Building Commission approved resolutions authorizing the refinancing of bonds for Pratt Regional Medical Center (PRMC) through Series 2021 B bonds, expected to save $1.3 million over the bond term. The board also approved several payments, including $20,600 for audit and budget services, $7,779.56 for jail window improvements, and $347,820.30 to Harman Huffman. All votes were unanimous among present members.

• Adopted Resolution 08-16-21 authorizing refinancing bonds Series 2021 B (2-0)
• Approved Public Building Commission Resolution 08-16-21 for bond refinancing (3-0)
• Approved $20,600 payment to Varney & Associates for audit and budget assistance (2-0)
• Approved $7,779.56 change order to Farha Construction for jail window Lexan (2-0)
• Approved $347,820.30 payment to Harman Huffman (2-0)
• Approved minutes from August 9, 2021 (2-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for August 16, 2021 (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a series of scheduled discussions with consultants and officials. The meeting includes updates on economic development, noxious weeds, and EMS.

• Economic development discussion with Heather Morgan
• Noxious weed update with Robert Torres
• PRRC discussion with Rich Sanders
• Road discussion with Doug Freund
• EMS discussion with Brian Atteberry

The board approved a $2,520 concrete work quote from Arensdorf Construction LLC for the lake building door area, and approved payment vouchers for August 9, 2021. They also approved minutes from August 2-4, 2021, and authorized IT Director Mark Graber to obtain quotes for electronic equipment for the commissioner room. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or discussed.

• Approved $2,520 concrete work quote from Arensdorf Construction LLC (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for August 9, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from August 2, 2021 and recessed meetings August 3-4, 2021 (3-0)
• Authorized Mark Graber to get quotes for electronic equipment for commissioner room (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a meeting to hear from several consultants and officials. The agenda consists of a series of scheduled appointments with specific individuals and representatives.

• Meeting with Heather Morgan, Eco Dev Consultant
• Meeting with Jimmy White, Sheriff
• Meeting with Alan Waites (CFO) and Darrell Lavender (CEO) of PRMC
• Meeting with Kelly McMurphy of Landmark Architect

The Pratt County Commission approved premium pay for employees on September 22, 2021, and hired Brian Atteberry as interim EMS director at $75,000 per year. They also approved several contracts and expenditures, including a $35,975 renewal with Computer Information Concepts and $7,200 for jail window security. The board discussed budget cuts, economic development, and the new PSB construction, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved premium pay for employees on September 22, 2021 (3-0)
• Hired Brian Atteberry as interim EMS director at $75,000/year (3-0)
• Approved renewal contract with Computer Information Concepts for $35,975 (3-0)
• Approved adding Lexan bulletproof plexiglass for jail windows at $7,200 (3-0)
• Hired Dustin Brumley for $15.00 per hour (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for August 2, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 26, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment to Landmark Architect for $373.21 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pratt County Board of County Commissioners meeting on July 26, 2021, is scheduled with time slots but no appointments are listed. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

The board voted 3-0 to terminate Scott Harris as EMS Director after an executive session, and later hired Brian Atteberry as interim EMS Director. They also approved a $281,068.90 road grader purchase, hired two new employees, and approved payment vouchers.

• Terminated Scott Harris as EMS Director (3-0)
• Hired Brian Atteberry as interim EMS Director (3-0)
• Approved purchase of CAT road grader for $281,068.90 after trade-in (3-0)
• Hired Ethan Ailstock at $13.50/hr (3-0)
• Hired Gary Smith part-time at $13.50/hr (3-0)
• Approved payment of $5,594.67 to Main Street Auto for Rescue One repairs (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for July 26, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

This is a procedural agenda for the Pratt County Board of County Commissioners meeting on July 19, 2021, listing scheduled times for presentations by an economic development consultant, a regional council representative, and county staff. No decisions, proposals, or specific action items are detailed in the agenda text.

• Heather Morgan, economic development consultant, scheduled at 2:00 PM
• Catherine Rohrer, SCKCCA, scheduled at 2:15 PM
• Jason Winkel, recycling/landfill, scheduled at 2:30 PM
• Tiffany Ailstock, RSVP, scheduled at 2:45 PM

The board approved the RNR letter of intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate of 50.527, with a proposed mill levy of 53.520. Hearings for the RNR and 2022 budget are set for August 23, 2021, at 10:00 AM. The board also approved several motions, including budget amendments, carryover reimbursement plans, raises and promotions, and payment vouchers.

• Approved FY21 quarterly juvenile budget amendment (3-0)
• Approved FY 2022 carryover reimbursements plan (3-0)
• Approved FY 2021 year end outcome report (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 12, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment to Landmark Architect of $3,491.25 (3-0)
• Approved raises and promotions for Cameron Quick (.09 to Sergeant) and Dawson Cox (.28 to Corporal) (3-0)
• Approved Chamber of Commerce membership of $240.00 (3-0)
• Approved signing IRS Form 14764 for Morris Laing (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a meeting with scheduled presentations from Heather Morgan, an economic development consultant, and Sheryl Stevenson regarding soil conservation. The agenda contains only these two items and no other business or action items.

• Presentation by Heather Morgan, economic development consultant
• Presentation by Sheryl Stevenson on soil conservation

The Board approved a $518,040 payment to Harman Huffman Construction Group for Certificate #7, and a $1,634.98 quote for turbo repairs on Rescue 1. They also approved the July 12 payment vouchers and the minutes from June 28 and July 6. The board recessed for a budget workshop on July 14, where budgets were discussed but no formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from June 28 and July 6, 2021 meetings as presented (3-0).
• Approved quote for turbo repairs on Rescue 1 in the amount of $1,634.98 (3-0).
• Approved payment to Harman Huffman Construction Group, Certificate #7 for $518,040.00 (3-0).
• Approved payment vouchers for July 12, 2021 (3-0).
• Recessed meeting for budget workshop until July 14, 2021 at 12:00 PM (3-0).
• Adjourned the July 14 budget workshop at 3:21 PM (3-0).

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting in a recessed session for a budget workshop. The agenda contains no specific action items, only the scheduled workshop time.

• Budget workshop scheduled from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution 07-06-21 for the Rural Opportunity Zone Student Loan Repayment Program, as presented by Economic Development Consultant Heather Morgan. The board also approved prior meeting minutes, payments to Heather Morgan ($24,000) and Spyglass Group LLC ($69,120), and payment vouchers for July 6, 2021. The meeting recessed for a budget workshop on July 8, where commissioners reviewed 2022 budget requests before adjourning.

• Adopted Resolution 07-06-21 for Rural Opportunity Zone Student Loan Repayment Program (3-0)
• Approved minutes from June 21 and June 28, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment of $24,000 to Heather Morgan for invoice #4 (3-0)
• Approved payment of $69,120 to Spyglass Group LLC (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for July 6, 2021 (3-0)
• Recessed meeting until July 8 for budget workshop (3-0)
• Adjourned July 8 recessed session after reviewing 2022 budget requests (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a budget workshop. The meeting includes presentations from an economic development consultant and the emergency manager, as well as a discussion with the Sheriff regarding a KDOT issue.

• Budget workshop
• Economic development presentation by Heather Morgan
• Emergency manager report from Tim Branscom
• KDOT issue discussion with Sheriff Jimmy White

The Board of County Commissioners met in regular and recessed sessions, adopting Resolution 07-06-21 for the Rural Opportunity Zone Student Loan Repayment Program and approving multiple payments, including $24,000 to Heather Morgan for consulting and $69,120 to Spyglass Group LLC. They also approved minutes, payment vouchers, and entered executive sessions for personnel and attorney-client matters, with no reports. The recessed session on July 8 was a budget workshop for 2022, with no formal decisions.

• Adopted Resolution 07-06-21 for Rural Opportunity Zone Student Loan Repayment Program (3-0)
• Approved minutes from June 21 and June 28, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment of $24,000 to Heather Morgan for invoice #4 (3-0)
• Approved payment of $69,120 to Spyglass Group LLC (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for July 6, 2021 (3-0)
• Entered executive session for non-elected personnel, returned with nothing to report (3-0)
• Entered executive session for attorney/client matter, returned with nothing to report (3-0)
• Recessed meeting until July 8 for budget workshop (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a recessed meeting to discuss budgets with various community entities. The session includes presentations from health, education, and social service providers.

• Hospital Board budget discussion with Rich Sanders
• Library budget discussion with Eric Killough
• Budget reviews for Hope Center, Agape Clinic, and Circles of Hope
• Budget reviews for Blythe Fitness and Teen Center
• Budget reviews for B-29 Memorial and Family Crisis Center

The Pratt County Commission met in regular session on June 21 and in recessed session on June 28, 2021. They approved the minutes from June 7, hired Cecilee Downing as part-time juvenile intake officer at $277 biweekly, and hired Joshua Nelson as detention officer at $15 per hour. They also approved payment vouchers, gave the county counselor authority to vote on the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy case, and approved an engagement letter with Morris Laing concerning the ESRP notice. In the recessed session, the county and city commissions both approved the LEC agreement with a one-letter modification.

• Approved minutes from June 7, 2021 as presented.
• Hired Cecilee Downing as part-time juvenile intake officer at $277.00 biweekly.
• Hired Joshua Nelson as detention officer at $15.00 per hour.
• Approved payment vouchers for June 21, 2021.
• Gave County Counselor Tyson Eisenhauer authority to vote on the bankruptcy case of Purdue Pharma.
• Approved engagement letter with Morris Laing concerning the ESRP notice.
• Approved the LEC agreement between the City of Pratt and Pratt County with a one-letter modification.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a series of scheduled presentations. The meeting includes budget discussions with DCCCA and PAHS, as well as reports from economic development and community consultants.

• Economic development presentation by Heather Morgan
• SCKCCA presentation by Catherine Rohrer
• DCCCA budget discussion with Rachel Harper
• Sheriff Jimmy White presentation
• PAHS budget discussion with Barb Prater

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hear presentations from various county departments. These include updates from Economic Development, the Sheriff's Office, Landfill/Recycling, Environmental Services, RSVP, and the County Attorney.

• Economic Development report by Heather Morgan
• Sheriff report by Jimmy White
• Landfill/Recycling report by Jason Winkel
• Environmental Services report by Robert Torres
• RSVP report by Tiffany Ailstock

The Board approved hiring Kory Hagen as a detention officer and Jeremy Masley for the landfill, both at $15.00 per hour. They also approved payments to construction firms for certificates, including $489,303.30 to Harman Huffman and $74,169.14 to Farha Construction. No decision was made on paving the recycling center driveway.

• Hired Kory Hagen as detention officer at $15.00/hour (3-0)
• Hired Jeremy Masley for landfill at $15.00/hour (3-0)
• Approved payment of $489,303.30 to Harman Huffman Construction Group (3-0)
• Approved payment of $74,169.14 to Farha Construction Inc (3-0)
• Approved minutes from June 7, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for June 14, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved vendors at lake for July 4th fireworks (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss PRMC refinance bonds with representatives from Piper Sandler and Gilmore & Bell. The agenda also includes reports from the Sheriff, an economic development consultant, and the landfill/recycling coordinator.

• PRMC refinance bonds discussion with Dustin Avery (Piper Sandler) and Kevin Cowan (Gilmore & Bell)
• Report from Sheriff Jimmy White
• Report from Economic Development Consultant Heather Morgan
• Report from Jason Winkel regarding landfill/recycling

The Board approved refinancing PRMC bonds, expected to save 13% and pay off by 2029 instead of 2032, and signed the underwriter engagement letter. Chase Galle was appointed to fill a vacant PBC board seat. The board also approved resolutions, a $100 disc golf tournament donation, a one-year contract extension for Joseph Roth, and payment vouchers.

• Appointed Chase Galle to PBC board (3-0)
• Approved signing underwriter engagement letter for PRMC bond refinancing (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 06072021 (3-0)
• Approved PBC Resolution 06072021 (3-0)
• Approved $100 donation for disc golf tournament (3-0)
• Approved one-year contract extension for Joseph Roth, July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for June 7, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pratt County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear scheduled presentations from the sheriff, economic development, and emergency management officials. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Sheriff Jimmy White
• Presentation by Mark Morgan of Pratt Economic Development
• Presentation by Tim Branscom of Emergency Management
• Presentation by Nancy Smith of CSW

The Board approved two part-time sheriff's department hires at $16/hour, a $275 annual termite contract with Redrock Protection, a $1,000 donation to the Miss Kansas Pageant, and payment vouchers. They also discussed budgets, an economic development proposal, and employee handbook updates, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved new hires Danny McDorman and Zane Martin at $16.00/hour (3-0)
• Approved termite contract with Redrock Protection for $275.00 annually (3-0)
• Approved $1,000 donation to Miss Kansas Pageant (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for June 1, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from May 24, 2021 as presented (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss budgets for Arrowhead West and the Health Director. The agenda includes a track donation from PCC and Dr. Calvert, as well as a request to waive fees for a KORA request.

• Track donation from PCC and Dr. Calvert
• Arrowhead West budget discussion with Andrea Polf
• Phone bill audit with Mark Graber
• Health Director budget discussion with Darcie Vandervyver
• Request by Craig Newby to waive fees for KORA request

The Pratt County Board of Commissioners approved a $32,768 quote from Arensdorf Construction LLC to build up the concrete slab on 90th Avenue. They also approved the appraiser contract for $68,499.86, hired a full-time deputy, and decided to charge $60 for a KORA request. No decision was made on a $200,000 donation request for a track/soccer field.

• Approved $32,768 quote from Arensdorf Construction LLC for concrete slab on 90th Avenue (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 052421 for appraiser contract from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2025 in amount of $68,499.86 (3-0)
• Hired Tyler Finch as full-time deputy at $17.25 per hour (3-0)
• Approved payment of $127.35 to Integreen for rental at 105 W 4th Street (3-0)
• Approved minutes from May 17, 2021 as presented (3-0)
• Decided to charge $60.00 for information provided for KORA request, with possibility of additional charges (2-1)
• Approved payment vouchers for May 24, 2021 (3-0)
• Adjourned into executive sessions for non-elected personnel discussions, returning with nothing to report (3-0 each)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear updates from the economic development officer, discuss a change order with Landmark, hold an executive session, and receive an update from the county appraiser. The agenda is brief and consists of scheduled presentations and a closed session.

• Heather Morgan, Economic Development, at 2:00 PM
• Kelly McMurphy, Landmark, change order at 2:30 PM
• Executive session at 2:45 PM
• DJ McMurray, Appraiser, at 3:00 PM

The Board approved a $28,751.38 change order for the public safety building, covering land surveys, FEMA-rated doors, and equipment upgrades. They also approved a $816,930 payment to Harmon Huffman Construction for certificate no. 5, signed a letter supporting CDL service reinstatement in Kingman, and tabled the commercial appraiser reappointment. No action was taken on the PRRC building.

• Approved $28,751.38 change order for public safety building (3-0)
• Approved $816,930 payment to Harmon Huffman Construction (3-0)
• Signed letter of support to reinstate CDL service in Kingman
• Tabled commercial appraiser reappointment for Joe Roth until next week
• Approved minutes from May 3 and May 10, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for May 17, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a recessed meeting featuring a joint session with the city. The agenda consists of a series of presentations from local organizations and officials.

• Joint City/County meeting
• Presentation by Heather Morgan, Eco Development
• Presentation by Thad Henry, Pratt Historical Society
• Presentation by Stacy Hanson, Pratt Jamboree
• Presentation by Scott Harris, EMS

The board approved a $212,790 quote from Foley Equipment to rebuild the CAT 613C scraper, and approved hiring Yuri Ibarra and Michael-Renee Busha as RSVP navigators at $10.00 per hour. They also approved a $12,769.03 change order for the jail doors/windows project, $325 in KCCA dues, and payment vouchers for May 10, 2021. Several executive sessions were held with nothing to report, and the board agreed to send a letter of support to Kingman County for reinstating CDL services.

• Approved $212,790.00 quote from Foley Equipment to rebuild the CAT 613C scraper (3-0)
• Approved hiring Yuri Ibarra at $10.00 per hour (3-0)
• Approved hiring Michael-Renee Busha at $10.00 per hour (3-0)
• Approved payment to KCCA for dues of $325.00 (3-0)
• Approved payment to Farha Construction for change order #1, jail doors/windows project, $12,769.03 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for May 10, 2021 (3-0)
• Agreed to send letter of support to Kingman County for CDL service reinstatement
• Approved health department closure June 16th, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for WIC training

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear reports and presentations from various county departments and insurance brokers. The session includes updates on the extension budget, noxious weeds, and roads.

• Extension budget review with Jodi Drake
• Noxious weed update with Robert Torres
• Roads update with Doug Freund
• EMS report with Scott Harris
• Insurance reviews with IMA Brokers and Sanders Insurance

The Board of County Commissioners approved several items, including adopting zoning bylaws that reduce the board from nine to seven members and the quorum from five to four, and approving an interlocal agreement with the cities of Coats and Iuka. They also accepted the BCBS Q11 policy plan, approved payment to Landmark Architect for $3,491.25, and approved minutes and vouchers. The board discussed but did not decide on the PRRC building utilities, and held executive sessions with nothing to report.

• Adopted zoning bylaws reducing members from nine to seven and quorum from five to four (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 05-03-21 for interlocal agreement with Coats and Iuka (3-0)
• Accepted BCBS Q11 policy plan (3-0)
• Approved payment to Landmark Architect for $3,491.25 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from April 26, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved vouchers for May 3, 2021 (3-0)
• Held executive sessions for attorney/client and personnel matters, returning with nothing to report (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear scheduled presentations from the economic development director, the health director, and a representative of Landmark Architect. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; it consists only of these three informational items.

• 2:00 p.m. Heather Morgan, Eco Development, presentation
• 2:10 p.m. Darcie Vandervyver, Health Director, presentation
• 2:30 p.m. Kelly McMurphy, Landmark Architect, presentation

The Board approved a change order for new hardware and one-way glass at the LEC building, costing $6,520.65, as requested by the sheriff. They also approved several payments, including $1,753.23 to Kirkham Michael, $4,381.09 to Kansas Gas Service, and $1,200.00 to Larrison Mortuary. The board entered a 20-minute executive session for attorney/client matters and returned with nothing to report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved change order for LEC hardware and one-way glass, $6,520.65 (3-0)
• Approved payment to Kirkham Michael, $1,753.23 (3-0)
• Approved payment to Kansas Gas Service for PSB gas line, $4,381.09 (3-0)
• Approved payment to Larrison Mortuary for coroner expenses, $1,200.00 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from April 19, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for April 26, 2021 (3-0)
• Entered executive session for attorney/client matter, 20 minutes (3-0)
• Returned from executive session with nothing to report (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a meeting to hear reports and requests from various local representatives. The agenda includes discussions with economic development, landfill, and fire department officials.

• Economic development update from Heather Morgan
• Landfill and recycling report from Jason Winkel
• Recycling request from Harold Stultz
• City of Pratt Fire Dept report from Keith Ray
• SCKCCA report from Catherine Rohrer

The Pratt County Board of County Commissioners met and approved several actions, including allowing the Pratt City Fire Department to dispose of its fire training house at the landfill at no charge, accepting a tire quote from Cooper Tire for Rescue #4, and accepting a quote from Central Truck Equipment for tires and wheels for vehicle #254. They also approved Heather Morgan's request to contact small cities regarding American Rescue Plan funds, approved the minutes of April 12, and approved payment vouchers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Heather Morgan contacting small cities for American Rescue Plan funds (3-0)
• Approved Pratt City Fire disposing of fire training house at landfill at no charge (3-0)
• Accepted Cooper Tire quote for six Destination tires for $1,298.04 (3-0)
• Accepted Central Truck Equipment quote for eight tires and wheels for $2,780.00 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 12, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for April 19, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss an IMA contract. The agenda also includes presentations from ECO Development, Zoning, and the City of Pratt Dispatcher.

• Discussion of IMA contract

The Pratt County Commission approved a $31,000 contract with IMA, Inc. for Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits, purchased two dispatch chairs for $850 each from the 911 fund, and approved using the county message board for the Open Gravel Race. They also approved minutes and payment vouchers, and held executive sessions for attorney-client matters.

• Approved IMA, Inc. benefits contract at $31,000 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of two dispatch chairs at $850 each from 911 fund (3-0)
• Approved use of county message board in Lemon's Park for Open Gravel Race
• Approved minutes from April 5, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for April 12, 2021 (3-0)
• Held executive sessions for attorney-client matters (3-0 each)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear presentations from Heather Morgan on economic development, Scott Harris on EMS, and Darcie Vandervyver on the health department, followed by a benefits update from Kristy Powell. The agenda is largely informational with no listed action items.

• Economic development update by Heather Morgan
• EMS update by Scott Harris
• Health department update by Darcie Vandervyver
• IMA-benefits presentation by Kristy Powell

The Pratt County Commissioners approved a .25 raise for Latasha Williams after a six-month evaluation and a .25 raise to promote Justin Seaman to sergeant. They also approved the March 29, 2021 minutes and payment vouchers for April 5, 2021. A motion to appoint Chase Galle to the PBC board was withdrawn. The board discussed but did not decide on a proposal from IMA Benefits Consulting to lower Blue Cross Blue Shield premiums for a $30,000 flat fee, with a decision expected next week.

• Approved a .25 raise for Latasha Williams (motion carried 3-0)
• Approved a .25 raise to promote Justin Seaman to sergeant (motion carried 3-0)
• Approved the minutes from the March 29, 2021 meeting (motion carried 3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for April 5, 2021 (motion carried 3-0)
• Withdrew a motion to appoint Chase Galle to the PBC board
• Adjourned into executive session for ten minutes to discuss non-elected personnel, returning with nothing to report

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to hear updates from various county departments. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) renewal.

• BCBS renewal discussion with Michelle Yingling
• EMS update from Scott Harris
• Landfill and scrapers update from Jason Winkel
• EM/Zoning update from Tim Branscom
• Eco Development update from Heather Morgan

The Board approved a $2,000 payment to Towerkraft Engineering for weather tower work, approved a contract with Spyglass Group LLC, and approved a $3,491.25 invoice from Landmark. They also approved the March 22, 2021 minutes and payment vouchers. No decision was made on the health/dental insurance renewal, which is due by May 31, 2021.

• Approved $2,000 payment to Towerkraft Engineering for weather tower work (3-0).
• Approved contract with Spyglass Group LLC (3-0).
• Approved Landmark invoice for $3,491.25 (3-0).
• Approved minutes from March 22, 2021 (3-0).
• Approved payment vouchers dated March 29, 2021 (3-0).
• Signed two emergency vehicle permits.
• Deferred discussion of Kansas Gas contract to April 5, 2021.
• No decision made on health/dental insurance renewal.

Board of County Commissioners

The meeting consists of several scheduled presentations by various individuals and groups. No specific topics or legislative actions are listed in the agenda text.

• Presentation by William Lawrence, Spyglass Group LLC
• Presentation by Heather Morgan, Eco Development
• Presentation by Robert Torres, Environmental UTV Bid
• Presentation by Kelly McMurphy, Landmark and Greg Harman, Harman & Huffman, PBC Board

The Board approved a change order from Harman Huffman Construction for the Public Safety Building (PSB) project, resulting in a credit of $346,599 due to simplified HVAC changes. They also approved a bid for a 2021 Arctic Cat UTV from Gottschalk Equipment for $14,900, an encroachment agreement with ONEOK, legal fees of $2,691, and payment vouchers. The board heard a presentation from Spyglass Group LLC on auditing internet and phone lines but took no action, and discussed the PSB project's progress and communication issues.

• Approved change order from Harman Huffman Construction for PSB HVAC changes, resulting in a $346,599 credit (3-0).
• Approved bid from Gottschalk Equipment for a 2021 Arctic Cat UTV at $14,900 (3-0).
• Approved encroachment agreement with ONEOK allowing county lines over their gas line (3-0).
• Approved payment to Morris Laing Law Offices for legal fees of $2,691 (3-0).
• Approved payment vouchers for March 22, 2021 (3-0).
• Approved minutes from March 15, 2021 meeting as presented (3-0).
• Adjourned at 4:55 p.m. (3-0).

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review open bids for UTV/noxious weed equipment. The agenda also includes scheduled presentations from Heather Morgan, Barb Prater, and Tiffany Ailstock.

• Open bids for UTV/Noxious Weed
• Presentation by Heather Morgan, ECO Development
• Presentation by Barb Prater, PAHS Board President
• Presentation by Tiffany Ailstock, RSVP

The Board accepted a $2,500 bid from Michael and Jennifer Inslee for county property, adopting Resolution 3-15-21 to convey the deed. They also approved a $500 donation, a $52.50 legal services payment, a $1.00 raise for Ben Henning, and a consent to assign the 911 database contract. The board tabled the noxious weed UTV bid decision until March 22, pending warranty and trade-in information.

• Approved Resolution 3-15-21 awarding property to Michael and Jennifer Inslee for $2,500
• Approved $500 donation for the 75's Dinner
• Approved $52.50 payment to Foulston Attorneys at Law for legal services
• Approved $1.00 raise for Ben Henning
• Approved consent to assign 911 database contract from R & S Digital to Sam's
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2021
• Approved payment vouchers for March 15, 2021
• Tabled noxious weed UTV bid decision until March 22, 2021

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review bids for an ATV and quotes for rock. The agenda includes discussions on landfill charges, a sober living facility, and development projects.

• Bids on ATV from Robert Torres
• Landfill charges and cleanup discussion with Darin Dauner
• Sober living facility discussion
• Rock quotes and new employee discussion with Doug Freund
• Great Plains Development presentation by Paul Olsen

The Board of County Commissioners approved several routine items, including minutes, a construction payment, a track loader bucket rebuild, a rock quote, a lawn maintenance contract, and a raise. They also discussed various reports and held executive sessions with no public action.

• Approved minutes from March 1, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved payment certificate No. 3 to Harman Huffman Construction Group, Inc. for $182,534.40 (3-0)
• Accepted CAT quote to rebuild 963D track loader bucket for $10,731.90 (3-0)
• Accepted Pearson Construction rock quote: gray screening $25.25/ton, 3/8” unwashed stone $35.95/ton (3-0)
• Accepted Younie Lawnscapes Inc. maintenance contract for 2021 at $801.80 (3-0)
• Approved $1.00 raise for Laurie Ackerman (3-0)
• Signed payment vouchers for March 8, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pratt County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear an economic development presentation from Heather Morgan and to receive updates from department heads. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with a note that Commissioner Tyson will be absent.

• Economic development presentation by Heather Morgan
• Department head updates

The Board approved the purchase of a new laser transit from Trimble for $4,275.00, hired Gary Smith as a part-time deputy at $13.00 per hour, and appointed Commissioner Shriver as chairman. They also approved payments to Kirkham Michael and other invoices, and entered executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel with nothing to report.

• Approved purchase of a new laser transit from Trimble for $4,275.00.
• Hired Gary Smith as part-time deputy at $13.00 per hour.
• Appointed Commissioner Shriver as chairman (motion carried 2-1).
• Approved payment of invoice 92138 to Kirkham Michael for $1,130.00.
• Approved payment of invoices 92139 ($2,130.55) and 92241 ($19,921.35).
• Approved minutes of the February 22, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Approved payment vouchers for March 1, 2021.
• Held executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel; no reportable action taken.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear presentations from the economic development director, department heads, and the county attorney regarding the duties of the county attorney/counselor. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Presentation by Heather Morgan on economic development
• Department heads report
• County attorney Tracey Beverlin discusses duties of county attorney/county counselor

The board approved the low bids for two trucks and two truck setups, signed a contract for the LEC doors/windows project, and approved a written agreement defining the roles of the county attorney and county counselor. They also approved the solid waste review, signed a support letter for Horizons Mental Health's property tax exemption, and approved payment of an invoice to Landmark Architect.

• Awarded truck bid to Peterbilt for $213,184 (3-0)
• Awarded truck setup bid to Midwest Truck Company for $136,954 (3-0)
• Approved solid waste committee review with no changes (3-0)
• Approved written agreement on county attorney/counselor roles (3-0)
• Signed contract with Farha Construction for LEC doors/windows project
• Signed letter supporting Horizons Mental Health property tax exemption
• Approved payment of invoice #10 to Landmark Architect for $3,491.25 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from February 16, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review truck bids and hear reports from various department heads. These include economic development, lawn care, and a quarterly report from Horizon Mental Health.

• Open truck bids presented by Doug Freund
• Economic Development/SPARK report by Heather Morgan
• Lawn care report by Charles Thimesch
• Horizon Mental Health quarterly report by Mike Garrett

The Pratt County Commission approved several contracts and resolutions, including a KDOT highway spraying contract, lawn care at the courthouse and LEC, a cleaning contract with Lou's Cleaning Service, and a raise for an RSVP employee. They also adopted a resolution moving meeting times to 2:00 p.m. starting March 8, 2021, and discussed selling county-owned property at 516 West Sixth Street. Dump truck bids were opened but a decision was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved KDOT highway spraying contract (3-0)
• Approved lawn care contract with Charles Thimesch at $900/month (3-0)
• Approved raise for Tracey Petz from $16.25 to $18.25/hour (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2-16-2021 moving meeting time to 2:00 p.m. (3-0)
• Accepted cleaning contract with Lou's Cleaning Service at $1,200/month (3-0)
• Approved payment of $19,669.13 to Morris Laing for legal services (3-0)
• Approved minutes from February 8, 2021 (3-0)
• Signed payment vouchers for February 16, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to hear presentations from department heads and external partners. The agenda includes reports on economic development and mental health services.

• Presentation by Heather Morgan regarding Economic Development/SPARK
• Presentation by George Stevens of AM Legion Fireworks
• Discussion of surveyor options with Larry Riffey
• Quarterly report from Mike Garrett of Horizon Mental Health

The Pratt County Commission approved several items, including a $3,500 donation to the American Legion for the July 4th fireworks display, a $485 legal services invoice, and pay raises for three employees. They also approved the updated SPARK report and the February 1, 2021 minutes. A motion to publish the sale of property at 516 West First was rescinded and will be addressed next week.

• Approved updated SPARK report due Feb 10, 2021 (2-0)
• Donated $3,500 to American Legion for July 4th fireworks (2-0)
• Approved raises: Casey Ziehr $1.00, Rick Bacon $0.50, Jeffrey Wells $0.43 (2-0)
• Approved Feb 1, 2021 minutes as presented (2-0)
• Paid $485.00 invoice from Morris Laing for legal services (2-0)
• Rescinded motion to publish sale of property at 516 West First; to be addressed next week

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hear a bid recommendation from Landmark Architect for doors and windows at the LEC. The meeting also includes reports from department heads and representatives from PRMC and SPARK.

• Bid recommendation from Kelly McMurphy of Landmark Architect for LEC doors/windows

The commission awarded the LEC doors/windows contract to Farha Construction for $199,576, including bulletproof glass, after a recommendation from the architect. They also approved minutes, a $5,000 museum membership, and payment vouchers. Several reports were presented, including EMS and health updates, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Awarded LEC doors/windows bid to Farha Construction for $199,576 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from January 25, 2021 (3-0)
• Renewed Vernon Filley Art Museum membership for $5,000 (3-0)
• Approved payment vouchers for February 1, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Pratt County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hear from department heads, an economic development presentation by Heather Morgan of SPARK, and a county attorney update from Tracey Beverlin and Brian Moore. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Department heads report at 4:00 p.m.
• Heather Morgan (SPARK) presents on economic development at 4:05 p.m.
• County Attorney Tracey Beverlin and Brian Moore provide update at 4:30 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners

The Pratt County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to discuss the Pratt Public Safety Building. The agenda lists no specific action items, only a discussion.

• Discussion of Pratt Public Safety Building

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss the new Pratt Public Safety Building. No formal action was taken to stop or alter the project; the county counselor noted that continuing required no new vote due to prior resolutions and contracts. Commissioners and Public Building Commission members expressed support for moving forward, with some concerns about communication and project oversight.

• Approved minutes from December 21, 2020 Public Building Commission meeting (3-0)
• Opened Public Building Commission meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned Public Building Commission meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned Board of County Commissioners meeting (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will swear in elected officials and appoint a chairman. The body will designate official newspapers and depositories for the county and review HVAC bids for the Health Department.

• Swearing in of elected officials
• Appointment of Chairman
• Designation of official newspaper and depositories
• Review of HVAC bids for Health Department

The Board rescinded the previous HVAC bid award to Eck Services and awarded the $7,095 contract for the Health Department to Integreen Services. The Board also approved a $1.00 raise for a noxious weed employee and raises for 12 EMS employees. A motion to suspend the Public Safety Building project for 30 days failed for lack of a second.

• Rescinded HVAC bid award from Eck Services (3-0)
• Awarded $7,095 HVAC bid for Health Department to Integreen Services (3-0)
• Approved $1.00 raise for noxious weed employee Jon Roach (3-0)
• Approved raises for 12 EMS employees (3-0)
• Appointed Tom Jones as Chairman (3-0)
• Reappointed Jack Kennedy and Doug Reh to Public Building Commission (3-0)
• Designated Pratt Tribune as official county newspaper (3-0)
• Designated Peoples Bank, Legacy Bank, and First State Bank as official depositories (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to meet with department heads and a representative from Builders Risk Insurance regarding a water line project. A special call meeting is also scheduled for January 8 to discuss financing for a public safety building with Kevin Cowan of Gilmore & Bell.

• Water line project discussion with Rich Sanders of Builders Risk Insurance
• Public Safety Building financing discussion with Kevin Cowan of Gilmore & Bell