Riley County public meetings in 2024
97 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will consider purchasing a used fire truck for $85,000 and approve a grant agreement with the City of Manhattan. The meeting also includes administrative work sessions, advisory board appointments, and a press conference.
- Purchase authorization for a used fire truck for $85,000
- 2025 Special Alcohol Funds Grant Agreement with the City of Manhattan
- Highway Use Permit for Evergy to install poles on Allan St
- Advisory Board appointments including Fair Board and Planning Board members
- Executive session to discuss a performance matter involving non-elected personnel
The Board unanimously approved the purchase of a used 2006 Spartan/Central States pumper for Fire District #1 at $85,000, the 2025 Special Alcohol Funds Grant Agreement with the City of Manhattan for Court Services, a Highway Use Permit for Evergy, and several advisory board appointments. They also approved a First Amendment to the Correctional Health Care Contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc., and replaced a Law Board appointment. In executive session, the Board approved a disciplinary action for a non-elected employee, with Commissioner Ford absent.
- Approved $85,000 purchase of used 2006 Spartan/Central States pumper for RCFD #1 (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 Special Alcohol Funds Grant Agreement with City of Manhattan for Court Services (unanimous)
- Approved Highway Use Permit for Evergy to install four poles on Allan Street (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 123024-57 appointing members to Fair Board, RCPB/BOZA, and Rural Economic Development (unanimous)
- Approved First Amendment to Correctional Health Care Contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc. (unanimous)
- Replaced resident Law Board appointment Gary Olds with Orville 'Wes' Maupin (unanimous)
- Approved disciplinary action for non-elected personnel in executive session (unanimous, Ford absent)
- Appointed Mike Riley, Greg Burnett, Adena Weiser to Armed Forces Memorial Board; Evelyn Jasper and Philip Preston to Council on Aging (unanimous, Ford absent)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss signing a contract with CivicPlus for the CivicClerk product and associated services. The meeting also includes several requests to fill county positions and updates from mental health and health department officials.
- Contract with CivicPlus for CivicClerk with an initial term investment of $20,375 and annual recurring services of $17,900
- Request to fill Opioid Education and Prevention Specialist position (internal fill)
- Request to fill/extend Medical Clerk position
- Request to fill Emergency Management Planner position
- Request to fill EMT position
The Board unanimously approved a contract with CivicPlus for the CivicClerk software, signed employee action forms for separations and promotions, and approved payroll and warrant vouchers totaling $1,751,930.75. The board also approved several personnel actions, including promotions, extensions, and new positions, and approved 2025 alcohol grant agreements for community corrections. Commissioner Focke was absent.
- Approved CivicPlus CivicClerk contract (unanimous)
- Approved payroll and warrant vouchers totaling $1,751,930.75 (unanimous)
- Approved promotion of Jenni Ebert to Opioid Education and Prevention Specialist (unanimous)
- Extended temporary Medical Clerk position through March 28, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 Special Alcohol Funds Grant for Adult Services (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 Special Alcohol Funds Grant for Juvenile Services (unanimous)
- Approved requisition to fill Emergency Management Planner position (unanimous)
- Approved requisition to fill EMT position (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will consider signing a Professional Services Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. to update the county's comprehensive plan. The agenda also includes administrative items, public comment, and a review of tentative agenda topics.
- Professional Services Agreement for 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update with Stantec
- 2023 Management Representation letter with James Gordon & Associates CPA, P.A.
- Agreement for Professional Services - Schwab Eaton, P.A. - Biennial Bridge Inspections
- Purchase Authorization for a used fire truck
- Replat of multiple subdivisions into single lots
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a professional services agreement with Stantec for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan update, signed the 2023 Management Representation Letter with James Gordon & Associates, and approved a $30,250 bridge inspection contract with Schwab-Eaton. They also authorized the purchase of a used fire truck for $90,000, approved three replats, and directed staff to begin the process to opt out of performing school inspections. All votes were 2-0 with Commissioner Focke absent.
- Approved Stantec Professional Services Agreement for 2040 Comprehensive Plan update (2-0)
- Signed 2023 Management Representation Letter with James Gordon & Associates CPA (2-0)
- Approved $30,250 bridge inspection contract with Schwab-Eaton (2-0)
- Approved $90,000 purchase of used 2000 Spartan/Ferrara fire truck for Fire District #1 (2-0)
- Approved appointments of McKinley and Focke to Law Board (2-0)
- Approved Reid Lane Addition replat (2-0)
- Approved Western Shore Acres Subdivision Unit Three replat (2-0)
- Approved PB Addition replat (2-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a contract with BG Consultants, Inc. to create plans and specifications for repairing the tipping floor and loading chute at the Riley County Transfer Station. The meeting also includes administrative reports, board appointments, and a department head evaluation.
- Contract with BG Consultants, Inc. for Riley County Transfer Station tipping floor and chute repair
- 2024 GAAP Waiver Resolution
- Kaw Valley Engineering Agreement Amendment
- Law Board appointments and interview with Linda Gibbs
- Tax roll corrections and 2024 first half tax information
The Board of Riley County Commissioners unanimously approved a consultant-client agreement with BG Consultants for the Transfer Station tipping floor and chute repair, a mobile device reimbursement form, a GAAP waiver resolution, tax roll corrections, and appointments to advisory boards. They also approved a contract amendment with Kaw Valley Engineering for the EMS project and made Law Board appointments. The meeting included staff reports and presentations, with no substantive decisions beyond these approvals.
- Approved BG Consultants agreement for Transfer Station tipping floor and chute repair (unanimous)
- Approved Mobile Device Reimbursement Request Form (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 GAAP Waiver Resolution (unanimous)
- Approved Tax Roll Corrections (unanimous)
- Approved advisory board appointments and Resolution No. 121624-52 (unanimous)
- Approved Kaw Valley Engineering contract amendment for EMS project (unanimous)
- Approved Law Board appointments: McKinley, Focke, Olds (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing the purchase of a used 1998 International 4800 wildland pumper for $30,000, funded from RCFD #1 fund 184. They will also review a travel request for Deputy Chief Doug Russell and Battalion Chief David Russell to inspect the truck in Benson, Arizona, with an estimated cost of $1,187, funded from RCFD #1 fund 183. A discussion of the Riley County Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID) policy will be held, with a possible motion to approve the policy. Additional agenda items include payroll/accounts payable approval and multiple departmental staff updates.
- Purchase Authorization for a used 1998 International 4800 wildland pumper ($30,000) from RCFD #1 fund 184
- Travel Authorization for Deputy Chief Doug Russell and Battalion Chief David Russell to Benson, Arizona (estimated $1,187) from RCFD #1 fund 183
- Discussion of Riley County Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID) policy with possible approval motion
- Approval of payroll and accounts payable (when completed)
- Staff updates from Emergency Management, IT/GIS, Treasurer, Economic Development, Health Department, and others
The Board approved the purchase of a used 1998 International 4800 wildland pumper for $30,000, funded from RCFD #1 fund 184. They also authorized out-of-state travel for two fire chiefs to inspect a used fire truck in Arizona. Payroll and accounts payable totaling $2,353,033.01 were approved. The board interviewed two candidates for the Law Board but took no action on appointments.
- Approved $30,000 purchase of used 1998 International 4800 wildland pumper (unanimous)
- Approved out-of-state travel for Deputy Chief Doug Russell and Battalion Chief David Russell to Benson, AZ (unanimous)
- Approved payroll and accounts payable totaling $2,353,033.01 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of Dec 9, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
- Recessed as BOCC to Board of Health and reconvened (unanimous)
- Adjourned after legislative conference (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on the 2024 budget amendment. The meeting also includes interviews for Law Board members and several executive sessions for legal advice and department head evaluations.
- 2024 Budget Amendment Hearing
- Authorization to sign contractual provisions attachment for CivicPlus
- Approval of a Tax Roll Correction
- 2025 Cereal Malt Beverages Licenses for Dara's LLC (5321 Tuttle Creek Blvd. and 1132 Pillsbury Drive)
- Discussion on the possible purchase of a used fire truck
The Board unanimously approved the 2024 budget amendment, which increases the transfer to the Capital Improvement Program without increasing ad valorem taxes. The Board also agreed by consensus to allow the Riley County Historical Museum to remain closed to the public from December 24, 2024 through February 15, 2025. Several routine items were approved, including a CivicPlus contract attachment, tax roll corrections, and 2025 cereal malt beverage licenses for Dara's LLC. The Board interviewed three candidates for the Law Board member position and held executive sessions for department head evaluations.
- Approved 2024 budget amendment (unanimous)
- Approved CivicPlus Contractual Provisions Attachment (unanimous)
- Approved tax roll corrections (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 cereal malt beverage licenses for Dara's LLC at 5321 Tuttle Creek Blvd and 1132 Pillsbury Drive (unanimous)
- Approved employee action forms for new hires and separations (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of Dec 2, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
- Agreed by consensus to close Historical Museum Dec 24, 2024 - Feb 15, 2025
- Interviewed three Law Board candidates; fourth rescheduled
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
At the December 2, 2024 regular meeting, the Riley County Board of Commissioners considered several agenda items. The board will vote on signing an addendum to the strategic‑planning contract with Shockey Consulting, increasing the total amount to $27,090. It will also consider approving a $190,979.78 contract with Reece Construction for the Kitten Creek Road culvert replacement project, and a $1,394 out‑of‑state travel request for the fire chief to evaluate used fire trucks. Additional items include a pay‑scale and salary resolution and other routine business.
- Approve Shockey Consulting contract addendum – revised total $27,090
- Approve Kitten Creek Road Culvert Replacement contract with Reece Construction – $190,979.78, 45‑day project starting Dec 3
- Approve out‑of‑state travel request for fire chief – $1,394
- Consider pay‑scale and salary resolutions
- CivicClerk purchase to replace MinuteTraq
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss various administrative updates, including a grant application and a revised engineering contract. The body is deciding on a capital improvement project for phone systems and reviewing several personnel action forms.
- Proposed $65,000 CIP project to upgrade phone systems
- Revised contract for Kaw Valley Engineering
- Application for SFY2026 LEPP Grant
- Proclamation for Small Business Saturday on November 30, 2024
- Personnel actions including a new hire for Office Building Receptionist and a promotion for County Counselor
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider activating 15 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects totaling $1,178,942. The meeting also includes a discussion on 2024 budget amendments and a request for a temporary museum closure.
- Approval of CIP project activations totaling $1,178,942 across 11 departments
- Discussion of 2024 Budget Amendments including the General Fund ($55,435,206)
- Request for temporary closure of the Riley County Historical Museum
- IT/GIS CIP request for Cisco Webex phone system upgrade
- Memorandum of Agreement regarding American Rescue Plan Act Funds
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will review the use of opioid settlement money received in 2024 and the projected future funding. They will also consider a small $80 change order for the Parallel Road Culvert Replacement project, approve cereal‑malt beverage license notices for Dara's Fast Lane, and sign several employee action forms. The meeting includes updates from public works and budget staff.
- Approve or decline an $80 change order for the Parallel Road Culvert Replacement project
- Sign notices to township boards for cereal‑malt beverage licenses at 5321 Tuttle Creek Blvd. and 1132 Pillsbury Drive (Dara's Fast Lane)
- Sign employee action forms for multiple county staff members
- Discuss allocation of $138,003.87 opioid settlement funds and expected future payments
- Public Works project update from the County Engineer
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider letters of support for broadband expansion grants and a deadline extension for indigent legal services proposals. The meeting also includes a general election canvass and various departmental updates.
- Letters of support for Cox Communications and Twin Valley Telephone BEAD grant applications
- Deadline extension to December 13, 2024, for Indigent Legal Services Request for Proposals No. 2024-B
- Lease renewal agreement for RCPD Aggieville Substation
- General Election Canvass
- October 2024 Revenue Reporting and Monthly Cash Flow Report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will vote on the bid recommendation for the Kitten Creek Road culvert replacement, with a lowest bid of $175,038 from Klaver Construction and an alternative bid of $190,979.78 from Reece Construction. It will also consider a purchase authorization for a used 2014 Freightliner 4x4 cab and chassis for RCFD #1 at $54,000. Additional agenda items include departmental updates and staffing actions.
- Bid recommendation for Kitten Creek Road Culvert Replacement – lowest bid $175,038 (Klaver Construction) or alternative $190,979.78 (Reece Construction)
- Purchase authorization for a used 2014 Freightliner 4x4 cab and chassis for RCFD #1 – $54,000
- Sign Riley County Employee Action Form for EMT Brian Savage – annualized pay $6,541.50
- Human Resources monthly update and other departmental updates
- Requests to fill Public Health Nurse position and other staff vacancies
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution declaring November 4‑11, 2024 as Operation Green Light for Veterans, encouraging display of green lights. The meeting also includes a review of ARPA obligations, a historical marker approval for the Genealogical Library, and the signing of an employee action form for EMT Lexi Ziolo. Additionally, the board will receive an update on pending county projects, including discussion of a consultant for the county’s $14 million ARPA allocation.
- Adopt Operation Green Light for Veterans proclamation (resolution)
- Review ARPA obligations (county’s $14 M ARPA fund allocation)
- Approve historical marker at the Riley County Genealogical Library
- Sign Riley County Employee Action Form for Lexi Ziolo – EMT, $17.20 hourly, $63,640 annualized pay
- Pending County Projects update – includes possible consultant for ARPA infrastructure use
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will discuss the expiration of a Request for Proposals for indigent legal services and open bids for a culvert replacement on Kitten Creek Road. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding personnel performance.
- Indigent Legal Services RFP expiration
- Bid opening for Kitten Creek Road culvert replacement
- Executive session regarding non-elected personnel performance
- Approval of Riley County Employee Action Forms
- Certification of voting delegate for KAC 49th Annual Conference
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will consider a request to fill the Office Building Receptionist position, which is already budgeted for FY 2025. They will also vote on a Native American Heritage Month Proclamation and sign employee action forms for several new hires. Additional agenda items include an update from Pawnee Mental Health Services, a public notice from Alvin Perez, and a brief on the 2024 General Election.
- Approve Native American Heritage Month Proclamation
- Sign employee action forms for new hires Chuck Baker, Cearra Douglas, and Oscar Casasaguayo
- Request approval to fill the Office Building Receptionist position
- Pawnee Mental Health Services update
- Public Notice from Alvin Perez and 2024 General Election briefing
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will review a staff report on the design of the transfer station floor and receive a year-to-date revenue update from the Register of Deeds. The board will also sign employee action forms and discuss press conference topics.
- Transfer Station Floor Design presentation
- Year-To-Date Revenue report
- Sign Riley County Employee Action Form(s)
- Review Tentative Agenda
- Discuss Press Conference
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving a $232,685 contract for services with Big Lakes Developmental Center, Inc., and a letter of support for a $10,000 KDOT grant. The meeting also includes a Veterans Day proclamation and the appointment of a representative to the Solid Waste Management Committee.
- Approval of $232,685 contract for Big Lakes Developmental Center
- Letter of support for KDOT grant application for Big Lakes
- Proclamation for Veterans Day 2024
- Appointment of Nancy Rocheleau to Solid Waste Management Committee
- Sign Riley County Employee Action Forms
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will hold three executive sessions to discuss performance matters involving non-elected personnel. The board will also convene a joint meeting with city officials to discuss the MHK Riverfront Project and receive an update from the Konza Prairie Community Health Center.
- Three executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel performance
- Joint City/County/County Meeting on MHK Riverfront Project
- Update on Konza Prairie Community Health Center
- Good Morning Manhattan event at Four Points by Sheraton
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will vote to accept the transfer of property for the new Fire Station 110 in University Park and authorize the chair to sign closing documents. They will also consider a construction contract with Riley Construction, a data processing agreement for the health department, the 2025 Pawnee Mental Health contract, and a cereal malt beverage license for Stagg Hill Golf Club. The agenda includes several routine items like tax roll corrections, employee action forms, payroll approval, and meeting minutes.
- Closing on transfer of property for new University Park Fire Station (Fire Station 110)
- Construction contract with Riley Construction for Fire Station 110
- Riley County Health Department Custom Data Processing Agreement
- 2025 Pawnee Mental Health Contract Approval
- Retail Dealer's 2025 Cereal Malt Beverages License for Stagg Hill Golf Club
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a special use authorization for a rural fire station. The body is also reviewing a wastewater lagoon supplemental agreement and a fee schedule resolution for Planning & Development.
- Public hearing for a special use authorization to construct and operate a rural fire station
- Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for University Park Wastewater Lagoon Facility for a lump sum fee of $1,690.00
- Change Order No. 1 for the Elections Office Remodel resulting in a deduct of $17,950
- Highway Use Permit for the City of Manhattan for a water service extension on Harwood Road
- Resolution for an updated Planning & Development fee schedule
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Riley County Commissioners will meet at a site west of Cavalry Road and north of Sherman Road to examine a partition fence. The board will hear requests from Shirley Vandahl and John Chaffee before making a decision at a future regular public meeting.
- Fence view of partition fence between Vahdahl and John Chaffee parcels
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board will vote on a tax roll correction and on authorizing the closing of the Keats Sewer Project property purchase. The closing includes signing a Second Amendment to the Real Property Option Agreement, executing the Final Settlement Statement, and disbursing funds for a $300,000 purchase price plus $4,798 in closing charges. The agenda also includes a mobile device reimbursement request form and approval of payroll and accounts payable.
- Sign a Tax Roll Correction presented by County Clerk Rich Vargo
- Approve Second Amendment, Final Settlement Statement, and Sales Validation Questionnaire for the Keats Sewer Project property purchase ($300,000 purchase price, $4,798 total charges)
- Action on Mobile Device Reimbursement Request Form
- Approve payroll and accounts payable when completed
- Public comments and commission comments
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will vote on the Riley County District Court 2025 annual budget. They will consider signing the proclamation designating October as National Community Planning Month. Commissioners will decide whether to authorize release of information for the 2023 financial audit. The meeting also includes signing employee action forms for new county hires.
- Approve Riley County District Court 2025 Annual Budget
- Sign National Community Planning Month proclamation
- Authorize release of information for the 2023 audit (Audit Consent Authorization)
- Sign Employee Action Forms for new hires (e.g., Deputy Riley County Counselor Jacob Hansen)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board will consider a one‑year extension of the health department’s electronic health record agreement with Custom Data Processing through October 15, 2025. Commissioners will also review Evergy’s request for a highway use permit to install a pole and bore a 4" conduit under Collins Lane, and will act on a mobile device reimbursement request form. Additional items include signing employee action forms and a public hearing on the 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant.
- Extension of Riley County Health Department EHR contract with Custom Data Processing (CDP) for one year through Oct 15 2025
- Evergy highway use permit to install pole and bore 4" conduit 4' under Collins Lane (application fee $100, $1,000 deposit bond)
- Motion to approve, deny, or table the Mobile Device Reimbursement Request Form(s)
- Signing of Riley County Employee Action Forms for staff such as EMS/Ambulance Paramedic Caitlin Vinson
- Public hearing for the 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners convened a full‑day retreat on September 25, 2024. The agenda included a visioning process, a values exercise with prioritization, and multiple sessions on funding public facilities and a funding strategy for the county. Participants also reviewed findings from a building tour and discussed action steps.
- Visioning Process – led by Molly Saunders
- Values Exercise & Prioritization – Grant Mayfield
- Funding Public Facilities – Grant Mayfield
- Building Tour Findings/Discussion – Molly Saunders
- Funding Strategy for Riley County – Molly Saunders
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will sign a proclamation for September 2024 Recovery Month and approve several employee action forms, including the separation of a custodian and the hiring of election workers.
- Sign Recovery Month proclamation
- Sign Riley County Employee Action Form(s)
- Separation of Custodian I David Colson ($47,548.80)
- Hire Election Day Workers Manda Smith, Nancy Burns, Larry McRell
- Retirement plaques for Linda Glasgow and Vaughn Powell
Board of County Commissioners
The September 20, 2024 special meeting of the Riley County Board of Commissioners is dedicated to a guided tour of county facilities. The agenda lists a sequence of locations and times but includes no decisions, proposals, or votes. Attendees will visit offices such as the Courthouse, Planning & Development, and the Historical Museum. The meeting will adjourn after the tours.
- Tour of Riley County Office Building at 110 Courthouse Plaza (First Floor Lobby to Basement)
- Visit to Pottorf Hall at 1710 Avery Avenue
- Stop at Riley County Historical Museum, 2309 Claflin Road
- Tour of Riley County Health Department, 2030 Tecumseh Road
- Visit to Courthouse Plaza East offices at 115 N 4th Street
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will review a range of items, including a request to assess $1,227.60 for unpaid sewer fees from the Doreen M. Ray Trust, a notice to the township board for a cereal malt beverage license for Chad Myers at Stagg Hill Golf Club, and employee action forms for new election and EMS staff. Additional agenda items cover new fairgrounds funding through the GMCF, an auction of surplus property, updates from the police and fire departments, and a proposal to replace Fire Station 110 at University Park.
- Certification of unpaid sewer fees for Doreen M. Ray Trust – $1,227.60 special assessment request
- Notice to Township Board for Cereal Malt Beverage License for Chad Myers, Stagg Hill Golf Club, 4441 Stagg Hill Road
- Approval of employee action forms for new election day workers (Maddison Bridgers, Lasheen Washington) and EMS staff (Dan Trechter)
- Auction of surplus property 2024
- Proposal to replace Fire Station 110 at University Park
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review funding and loan rate selection for the University Park Lagoon project. The meeting also includes a proposal for tracking department head leave and the processing of employee action forms.
- University Park Lagoon Project funding and SRF loan rate selection
- Department Head Leave Calendar proposal using Paylocity software
- Public notice for Lasita Road
- August 2024 Revenue Reporting
- Employee action forms for Vaugh Powell (retirement) and new election day workers
The Board unanimously approved next steps for the USDA funding application for the University Park Lagoon project, with the community preferring a 20-year funding option. The board also approved employee action forms, including a retirement and three temporary election worker hires, and agreed to continue using email notifications and the Paylocity calendar for department head leave tracking. Two executive sessions were held for potential litigation; no binding action was taken in the second session.
- Approved next steps for USDA funding application for University Park Lagoon project (unanimous)
- Approved employee action forms: retirement of Vaughn Powell and hiring of three temporary election workers (unanimous)
- Agreed by consensus to continue email notifications and Paylocity calendar for department head leave
- Approved executive session on potential litigation (unanimous)
- Approved executive session for confidential legal advice (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will review the August 2024 cash flow report for several county funds, including the Economic Development Fund and Road & Bridge sales‑tax funds. Commissioners will also sign employee action forms for two new hires. Additional agenda items include an economic‑development update, a Council on Aging update, and an executive session on a performance matter involving non‑elected staff.
- Review August 2024 cash flow report: $107,100 revenue, $132,057 expenditures, ending cash $315,128 for county funds
- Sign Employee Action Form for Ethan Wagner, Volunteer Firefighter (stipend $0)
- Sign Employee Action Form for Ramsey McVey, Traffic Control Tech ($19.98 hourly, $41,558.40 annualized)
- Economic development update presented by Jason Smith of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce
- Executive session to discuss a performance matter involving non‑elected personnel
The Board unanimously adopted Resolution No. 091224-43, appointing Dr. Cary Herl as Local Health Officer to serve as a consultant to the Health Department Administrator and advisory to the County Board of Health. The Board also approved two employee action forms, accepted the previous meeting's minutes, and received informational updates from county staff and community organizations. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adopted Resolution No. 091224-43 appointing Dr. Cary Herl as Local Health Officer (unanimous)
- Approved employee action form for Ramsey McVey as Traffic Control Technician at $19.98/hour
- Approved employee action form for Ethan Wagner as Volunteer Firefighter
- Accepted minutes from the September 9, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
At the September 9 regular meeting, the Board will consider a motion to approve Democratic Party Chair Carl Reed and Republican appointee Marvin Rodriguez as the two electors who will observe the shredding of the 2022 State General Election ballots. The agenda also includes a request to fill the Health Department Director position, a letter of support for the Creekside at Fall Color Farm tourism grant, and multiple employee action forms reflecting status changes, retirements, and a promotion. Additional reports include updates from Pawnee Mental Health Services, the RCPD, emergency management and fire staff, and the Community Wildfire Protection Plan.
- Approve electors Carl Reed (Democratic) and Marvin Rodriguez (Republican) to observe destruction of 2022 State General Election ballots
- Request to fill Health Department Director position (presented by Human Resources Director Elizabeth Ward)
- Letter of support for Creekside at Fall Color Farm tourism grant application (presented by Planning/Special Projects Director Amanda Webb)
- Employee Action Forms: status change for Sara Thielenhaus (Full‑Time to As Needed, $23.48/hr); retirement of Julie Winter (annual $97,510.40); promotion of Megan Lewis to Community Corrections Director (annual $108,666.86)
- Updates: Pawnee Mental Health Services, LEPP Grant, RCPD, Emergency Management/Fire staff, Community Wildfire Protection Plan
The Board unanimously adopted the Community Wildfire Protection Plan, approved a request to fill the Health Department Director position, and signed a letter of support for a tourism grant. They also approved observers for the destruction of 2022 election ballots and several employee actions. No substantive decisions were made on other agenda items, which were informational only.
- Adopted Community Wildfire Protection Plan (unanimous)
- Approved request to fill Health Department Director position (unanimous)
- Signed letter of support for Creekside at Fall Color Farms tourism grant (unanimous)
- Approved observers for destruction of 2022 election ballots (unanimous)
- Approved out-of-state travel for museum curator (unanimous)
- Approved employee action forms including promotions and separations (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will consider a contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare to provide medical services to jail inmates for 16 months, beginning September 1, 2024. The board will also sign employee action forms for staff changes and review various staff updates and project proposals.
- Agreement for Correctional Health Care ($24,677.50/month)
- Sign Riley County Employee Action Forms
- Approve payroll/accounts payables
- Review minutes from August 29, 2024 meeting
- Discuss Press Conference topics
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Riley County Commissioners will discuss rezoning an unplatted tract of land from Single Family Residential to Planned Unit Development. The board is also considering a budget appropriation for the Conservation District and amendments to land development regulations.
- Budget appropriation of $55,136 for the Conservation District
- Rezoning request from SF-2 to PUD for a landscaping business and single family residence
- Proposed amendments to Riley County Land Development Regulations Sections 5.2, 5.3, and 4.19
- Proposal for a Digital Emergency Contact Card
- KWO Application for water meters
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a rezoning request for an unplatted tract in Wildcat Township from SF-2 to PUD, allowing a landscaping business and single-family residence. They also approved amendments to the Land Development Regulations, a grant application for water meter replacements, and several other administrative items.
- Approved Resolution 082924-41 rezoning Wildcat Township tract from SF-2 to PUD (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 082924-42 amending Land Development Regulations sections 5.2, 5.3, and 4.19 (unanimous)
- Approved KWO grant application for cellular water meters in Hunter's Island, Moehlman Bottoms, Konza Valley, and University Park (unanimous)
- Adopted digital emergency contact card system by consensus
- Approved Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement for CiCo Park Rodeo facilities with KSU Rodeo Club (unanimous)
- Authorized County Clerk to sign County Budget Certification to Conservation District (unanimous)
- Signed employee action forms for new hires, rehire, and separation (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from Aug 26, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public RNR and budget hearings for the 2024 Riley County Public and Fire District #1 budgets. The meeting also includes appropriation approvals for outside agencies and a rezoning request.
- Budget appropriation of $228,123.00 for Big Lakes Developmental Center, Inc.
- Budget appropriation of $55,136 for the Conservation District
- Rezoning of the east half of Lot 18 Bent Tree Unit Two from PUD to SF-1
- Public budget hearings for 2024 Riley County Public and Fire District #1
- Proclamation for National Senior Center Month
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board will vote on signing the Standing Up Together to Promote Mental Health in Construction proclamation. Commissioners will also consider a mobile device reimbursement request for employee Jake Konrardy. A discussion will be held on hiring a back‑up As‑Needed Security Officer, and the FY25 adult and juvenile services carryover reimbursement budgets will be reviewed.
- Sign the Standing Up Together to Promote Mental Health in Construction proclamation
- Approve or deny Mobile Device Reimbursement Request Form for Jake Konrardy (requested $25, $40, or $65)
- Approve hiring a back‑up As‑Needed Security Officer in the Public Works Department
- Review FY25 Adult Services Carryover Reimbursement Budget
- Review FY25 Juvenile Services Carryover Reimbursement Budget
Board of County Commissioners
The board will review a bid to purchase a stainless‑steel dump box for $40,727 and sign employee action forms for new hires. A public hearing will consider the 2025 Riley County Fire District #1 revenue neutral rate, proposing a mill levy of 8.050, which exceeds the revenue neutral rate by 0.659 mills. Additional items include reviewing minutes from the August 19 meeting and discussing press‑conference topics.
- Bid recommendation: Stainless Steel Dump Box – $40,727 (American Equipment Co.)
- Sign Riley County Employee Action Forms for new hires Victoria Fisher and Kim Arpon
- Public hearing on 2025 Fire District #1 revenue neutral rate – mill levy 8.050 (increase of 0.313 mills)
- Review minutes from the August 19, 2024 Board meeting
- Discuss press conference topics
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The board will conduct a coin flip to resolve a tie in the Republican Fancy Creek Township Trustee race from the August 6 primary, as required by K.S.A. 25-3108. They will also consider a request to open a budgeted Records Assistant I position with no fiscal impact. Additional agenda items include public comments, staff updates, and a public notice for Ober Road.
- Coin flip to break Fancy Creek Township Trustee tie (Bill Hanson vs. Robert Olson, 14 votes each)
- Request to open Records Assistant I position (budgeted, no fiscal impact)
- Public notice for Ober Road (Alvin Perez, 1‑2 minute presentation)
- Grass Class and Pollinators presentation (Gregg Eyestone, 2‑3 minutes)
- EMS/Ambulance staff update (July call volume 448, construction progress on new building)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Commissioners will vote on whether to sign the FY24 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) application, which requires a 50% cash or in‑kind match. They will also consider approving tax roll corrections that are abates from the 2024 tax sale. Additional agenda items include a bid opening for a stainless steel dump box, a public safety update from the RCPD, and an executive session to discuss security measures.
- Approve FY24 EMPG application (requires 50% match, FY23 grant was $85,907)
- Approve Tax Roll Corrections (abates from the 2024 Tax Sale)
- Bid opening for a stainless steel dump box
- RCPD update (public safety briefing)
- Executive session to discuss security measures under K.S.A. 75‑4319(12)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review year-to-date budget reports and discuss the 2025 rural fire budget. The meeting includes bid openings for equipment and requests to fill staff positions at the historical museum and public works department.
- Bid opening for a tractor and a mower
- Request to fill two positions at the Riley County Historical Museum
- Request to fill an open Traffic Control Technician position
- 2025 Rural Fire Budget discussions
- Initial fieldwork report for the Keats Community lagoon
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Riley County Commissioners will review a construction change order for the Parallel Road Culvert Replacement project. The meeting also includes discussions on health insurance contract renewals and a plaza reservation request for the Manhattan Symphony Orchestra.
- Change order for Parallel Road Bridge in the amount of $11,034.08
- Plaza Reservation Request for Manhattan Symphony Orchestra for September 7, 2024
- State Employee Health Insurance Contract Renewal
- Tax Roll Corrections
- Employee Action Forms for Jamie Casarez, Alicia Bartlett, and Jake Konrardy
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will review pending county projects, discuss grant funding availability, and consider the 2025 Rural Fire Budget. The meeting includes a press conference with local officials and a presentation on a Keats Community lagoon design contract.
- 2025 Rural Fire Budget Discussions
- BG Consultants design contract for Keats community lagoon
- RCHD request to apply for a MHA Grant
- Review of pending county projects
- United Way 2024 Riley County Campaign Proclamation
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The commissioners will review the July 29, 2024 Board minutes and the tentative agenda for upcoming meetings. They will discuss topics for an upcoming press conference and conduct an administrative work session. An update on EMS/Ambulance Station 5 operations and a staff report on the Noxious Weed program will be presented.
- Review July 29, 2024 Board minutes
- Discuss press conference topics
- Administrative work session
- EMS/Ambulance Station 5 update
- Noxious Weed staff update
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a one-year contract extension for trash services and review employee action forms. The agenda also includes discussions on the Cico Dog Park and the Court House Plaza East Window Replacement Project.
- Proposed one-year contract extension with Howie's Enterprises, Inc. for trash services totaling $26,734.80
- Review of Employee Action Forms for staff in Public Works, Museum, Health Department, and Elections
- Discussion regarding Cico Dog Park
- Discussion regarding Court House Plaza East Window Replacement Project
- Executive session for preliminary discussions on the acquisition of real property
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider a Special Use Authorization to allow construction, operation, and maintenance of a 300,000‑gallon water tower for a rural water district. Commissioners will also sign several Riley County Employee Action Forms for new hires and discuss payroll/accounts payable approval. An executive session will address confidential legal advice on potential litigation. The meeting includes routine public comment, a 4‑H Cookie Jar presentation, and a monthly communications update.
- Special Use Authorization for a 300,000‑gallon rural water tower
- Signing of multiple Riley County Employee Action Forms for new hires
- Approval of payroll and accounts payable (when completed)
- Executive session on confidential legal advice regarding potential litigation
- Public comment and presentation of the 4‑H Cookie Jar by the Riley County 4‑H Fair
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a consulting contract for strategic planning and various administrative updates. The body is also reviewing a lot replat and several budget adjustments for adult and juvenile services.
- Strategic planning consulting contract with Shockey Consultants for $22,200
- Replat of Lots 59A and 59B of Sam N. Rogers Subdivision into a single lot
- Highway Use Permit for Schultz-18570 School Branch Road
- Revised FY25 Adult Services Budget
- Kansas Ave. Speed Study
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider an indemnification agreement for beer sales at the Kaw Valley Rodeo during the Riley County Fair. The meeting also includes discussions on housing grants, a feasibility study, and several personnel requests.
- Approval of Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement for beer sales by RC McGraws, LLC
- Reappointment of James Armendariz to the Joint Corrections Advisory Board
- Reappointment of Cathy Jones, John Green, and Sharolyn Jackson to the Food and Farm Council
- Requests to fill positions for County Counselor and Director of Community Corrections
- Review of revenue neutral rates for Rural Fire District #1, Terra Heights, and University Park Water & Sewer District
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss filling a Customer Service Representative I position in the County Treasurer's Office following a resignation. The meeting also includes staff updates and an executive session regarding potential litigation.
- Request to fill Customer Service Representative I position in County Treasurer's Office
- Request to fill Deputy Chief of Administration position
- Executive session to discuss confidential legal advice regarding potential litigation issues
- Employee Action Form for Perla Jackman (separation date 07/19/2024)
- Discussion of Riley County Office Building hours
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will review easements for the Kitten Creek Box Culvert Replacement project. They will also select a date for a strategic planning retreat and approve observers to oversee the destruction of 2022 election records. The meeting includes work sessions regarding the 2025 budget and an economic development update.
- Easements for Kitten Creek Box Culvert Replacement ($0.00)
- Selection of a September date for Strategic Planning Retreat
- Approval of observers for destruction of 2022 election records
- 2025 Budget Work Session
- Economic development update
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will conduct a work session for the 2025 budget and review year-to-date expenditure reports. The meeting includes updates on downtown Manhattan and public works projects, such as window replacements at Court House Plaza East. The board will also sign several employee action forms.
- General Fund Transfer to Capital Improvement
- Request to fill a Utility Technician position
- Court House Plaza East window replacement update
- 2025 Budget Work Session
- Approval of various employee action forms
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will conduct a 2025 budget work session and review various departmental updates. Agenda items include a request for opioid settlement funds by the health department and a rezoning proposal for residential lots. The board is also scheduled to hold an executive session regarding real property acquisition.
- Rezone land from AG to PUD for three residential lots
- RCHD request for opioid settlement funds
- Executive session for preliminary discussions on real property acquisition
- 2025 Budget Work Session
- Request to fill MRC Unit Leader position
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a renewal for election hardware and software maintenance with ES&S. The agenda also includes advisory board appointments and the hiring of a new HR Assistant.
- $156,970 agreement for Election Systems & Software, LLC maintenance and support services
- Appointment of Kelly Karl to the Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board
- Reappointment of Dana Martinez to the Joint Corrections Advisory Board
- Hiring of Rachel Wyatt as HR Assistant at $15.00 per hour
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold a work session regarding the 2025 budget and review development procedures for land use applications. The meeting also includes a request for a hold harmless agreement for the K-State Rodeo in September. Additionally, the County Appraiser will provide updates on residential property sales.
- Hold harmless agreement request for K-State Rodeo in September
- Review of development procedures and authority for land use applications
- 2025 budget work session
- Appraiser update: 2024 median residential sale price of $231,750
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider a supplemental agreement for the University Park Wastewater Lagoon Facility involving water line relocation and a $12,040 fee. Commissioners will also discuss funding gaps in childcare licensing services provided by the Health Department. The agenda includes updates on the 2025 budget and the RCPD.
- Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for University Park Wastewater Lagoon Facility ($12,040 fee)
- Childcare licensing funding discussion
- Review of tax roll corrections
- 2025 Budget Work Session
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program update
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will review an agreement with Prairie Paws for animal shelter services at $5,000 per month through February 2025. The agenda also includes a budget work session and a cost increase for the University Park Lagoon study.
- Agreement with Prairie Paws for animal shelter services
- Change Order #1 for University Park Lagoon Geotechnical Study to $13,930.50
- 2025 Budget Work Session
- Letter of support for Flint Hills MPO grant application
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider activating several capital improvement projects totaling $1,220,248 across various county departments. The meeting also includes reviews of highway use permits for utility work and a final change order for the Fancy Creek Road Bridge Replacement.
- Activation of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects totaling $1,220,248
- Final change order to reduce Fancy Creek Road Bridge Replacement cost to $360,991.32
- Highway Use Permit for Twin Valley fiber optic installation on Rimrock Dr
- Highway Use Permit for Cox Communications work on Collins Lane
- Resolution adopting the Riley County Employee Procedures Manual
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider an agreement with Schwab-Eaton, P.A. for bridge inspections and review year-to-date budget and expenditure reports. The meeting also includes reviewing May revenue reporting and processing employee action forms.
- Agreement with Schwab-Eaton, P.A. for bridge inspections ($4,950)
- New hire for EMS/Ambulance position (Corinna Hammon)
- Separation of Medical Reserve Corps Unit Leader (Carly Tyler)
- Year to date budget and expenditure reports
- May 2024 Revenue Reporting
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Riley County Commissioners will review a contract for a transfer station truck scale with W.H. Scale. The agenda also includes discussing the deployment of a mobile command post to Wamego and reviewing KDOT easement requests for a roundabout project.
- Transfer Station Truck Scale Contract with W.H. Scale for $49,880.00
- Deployment of mobile command post to Wamego for July 4 celebration
- KDOT Permanent Easement Request for the 'Roundabout Project' (K113 & US Hwy 24)
- Request to fill a part-time Human Resources Clerical Assistant position
- 2025 Riley County Extension Appropriation Request
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a resolution to establish guidelines for water conservation, including the declaration of water watches, warnings, and emergencies. The board will also review a change order for the 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program and a funding request for opioid prevention.
- Water Drought/Emergency Resolution for the University Park Water Benefit District
- Change Order #1 for the 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program
- RCHD request for 2025 County Opioid Funds for Prevention Program
- Tax roll corrections
- Riley County Employee Action Forms
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will decide whether to sign an application to begin the petition process for a 300,000-gallon water tower. The board will also consider appointments to the Road and Bridge Advisory Board and review 2025 budget requests.
- Proposed Special Use Authorization for a 300,000-gallon Rural Water District #1 water tower
- Appointments of Jennifer Hancock, Robert Peterman, and Steven Altobello to the Road and Bridge Advisory Board
- New hire Abby Barr-Donnelly as WIC Dietitian with an annualized pay of $64,147.20
- 2025 Riley County Extension Appropriation Request
- Updated CY2025 Budget Request from the Interim Community Corrections Director
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review five submittals to choose which firms to interview for the Comprehensive Plan update. The meeting also includes discussions on land development regulation amendments and several personnel requests.
- Proposed voiding of outstanding checks totaling $5,424.10
- Amendments to multiple sections of the Riley County Land Development Regulations
- Replatting of Lots 27, 31, 32 and Lots 1 and 2 of Mobile Gardens into one lot
- Requests to fill an APRN position, a Traffic Control Technician position, and a Public Works Operator position
- City request to borrow or rent an asphalt paver
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will act on a mobile device reimbursement request and sign employee action forms for new hires and separations. The meeting also includes staff updates from the EMS/Ambulance Director and the Interim Community Corrections Director.
- Action on a mobile device reimbursement request for Bryant Parker
- New hire: Lisa Walter as Solid Waste Operator II at $24.34 per hour
- Separation: Shirley Eichem, Legal Secretary
- Separation: Andrew Underwood, Volunteer Firefighter Stipend
- Separation: Riley Davis, Volunteer Firefighter Stipend
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a series of budget presentations and appropriation requests for various county departments and organizations for 2025. The meeting also includes administrative actions regarding personnel and a highway use permit.
- Highway Use Permit for Cox Communications to replace 288 feet of cable at Lakewood Dr.
- Appointment of Erik Juska as Manhattan Township Trustee following Duaine Sherwood's resignation
- 2025 budget presentations from the Riley County Fair Board, IT/GIS, and Noxious Weed/HHW
- 2025 appropriation requests from Flint Hills Veterans Coalition, Council on Aging, and Big Lakes Developmental Center
- Approval of employee action forms for Ken Lamb, Michael Huffman, and Krista Dix
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to adopt the 5-year Solid Waste Management Plan update. The meeting also includes various 2025 budget request presentations from county departments and agencies.
- Solid Waste Management Plan - 5-Year Update resolution
- National Public Works Week Proclamation (May 19-25, 2024)
- Employee Action Form for Kaisha Lawrence (MCH Intern)
- 2025 Register of Deeds & Tech Fund Budget Requests
- 2025 Manhattan Emergency Shelter Appropriation Request
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board is reviewing 2025 budget requests for multiple departments, including Public Works, the Health Department, and the District Court. The board is also discussing the consultant selection process for the Comprehensive Plan Update and approving new employee hires.
- Hire of Jacob Durflinger as Facility & Grounds Tech II at $20.74 per hour
- Hire of Hunter McCullough for Volunteer Fire Fighter Stipend
- Hire of Patricia Clasberry as Elections Worker
- 2025 budget requests for Public Works, District Court, Ambulance (EMS), and Health Department
- Discussion on consultant selection for the Comprehensive Plan Update
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review a bid for asphalt seal oil and a proclamation for National Historic Preservation Month. The meeting includes a series of 2025 budget and appropriation requests from various county departments and local organizations.
- Bid recommendation for Vance Brothers Inc. to supply asphalt seal oil for $149,060
- Proclamation for National Historic Preservation Month
- 2025 budget requests for the Museum, Appraiser, and County Attorney
- 2025 appropriation requests for Downtown Manhattan, Pawnee Mental Health, and Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce
- 2025 appropriation request for the Flint Hills Metropolitan Planning Organization
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a land rezoning request and network infrastructure updates from T-Mobile. The meeting also includes personnel action forms and a drainage easement for EMS Headquarters.
- Proposed rezoning of a tract from AG to SF-1 and Lot 2 of Bowman Subdivision No. 1 from SF-3 to SF-1
- Discussion of EMS Headquarters Drainage Easement/Covenant
- T-Mobile presentation on Community Outreach Program - CPR3 and network infrastructure investment
- Review of employee action forms for Health Department, Solid Waste, and Fire District #1 personnel
- General update from the Interim Manhattan City Manager
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution adopting the Riley County Employee Policy Manual. The meeting includes updates on the Riley Avenue Project and the RCPD, as well as the approval of new hire forms.
- Resolution adopting the Riley County Employee Policy Manual effective March 25, 2024
- New hire approval for Deputy Riley County Counselor Bryant Parker at an annualized salary of $140,000.12
- New hire approval for Volunteer Fire Fighter Trevor Clark (stipend position)
- Discussion of the Riley Avenue Project with Ogden City Mayor Bob Pence, Jr.
- RCPD update from Director Brian Peete
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review a change order for the Fancy Creek Bridge Replacement Project and a highway use permit for fiber optic installation. The meeting also includes discussions on FY25 comprehensive plans for adult and juvenile services and an employee policy manual update.
- Change order for Fancy Creek Bridge Replacement Project K.0-6.2 in the amount of $2,784.34
- Highway Use Permit for WTC to bury fiber optic in Random Woods
- Invoice to Kansas Secretary of State for the March 19, 2024 Presidential Preference Primary
- Amendment to Owner-Engineer Agreement for Keats Sewer District
- Bid opening for asphalt seal oil
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the 2024 Riley County Solid Waste Management Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on a comprehensive plan update and new traffic regulations for county facilities.
- Public hearing for the 2024 Riley County Solid Waste Management Plan
- Proposed resolution for parking and traffic regulations at the Riley County Health Department and Riley County Historical Museum
- Replat of Lot A Lakeview Addition Unit Three and Lot 28 Lakeview Addition into one lot
- Appointment of Grace Hagenmaier to Rural Economic Development and James Fenton to Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board
- Proposed budget of $9,363.91 for a temporary BMCH Assistant position
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review a contract for road overlays and a request for $11,000 in supplemental grant funding for a bilingual health worker. The meeting also includes working sessions on employee procedures and professional appearance proposals.
- Contract with Shilling Construction Company, Inc. for $1,602,010.00 for the 2024 Asphalt Overlay Project on Blue River Hills and Stockdale Roads
- Request to apply for $11,000 in supplemental funding for a Temporary Bilingual MCH Home Visitor
- Renewal of the 2024 EAP contract with Pawnee Mental Health
- Proposal for an Employee Procedures Manual
- Proposal regarding professional appearance
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a working session on a proposed Employee Policy Manual and review March 2024 revenue and cash flow reports. The body will also consider signing a corrected proclamation for National County Government Month.
- Proposed Employee Policy Manual working session
- March 2024 Revenue Reporting from the Riley County Treasurer
- March 2024 Monthly Cash Flow Report
- Corrected proclamation for 2024 National County Government Month
- Discussion regarding Valleywood
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider highway use permits for utility work and a plaza reservation for the Kansas Science Festival. The meeting includes a working session on a proposed Employee Policy Manual and budget reports.
- Plaza Reservation Request for Kansas Science Festival/Downtown Manhattan, Inc. for April 27, 2024
- Highway Use Permit for Evergy to install underground conduit at 457 Wildcat Creek Rd
- Highway Use Permit for Twin Valley Telephone to bury fiber optic in Keats
- Working session regarding the Employee Policy Manual proposal
- Year to date budget and expenditure reports
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review a bid for road overlays and discuss personnel actions. The meeting includes a working session on the Employee Policy Manual and a request to fill a Deputy County Counselor vacancy.
- Bid recommendation for $1,602,010.00 to Shilling Construction Co., Inc. for Stockdale and Blue River Hills Roads asphalt overlay
- Request to fill the Deputy County Counselor position becoming vacant April 30, 2024
- Resolution extending a Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency
- RCHD request to apply for additional DECK grant funds
- Employee Action Forms for Sarah Dorsen, Chelsea Buntjer, Samuel Switzer, and Angela Mckinley
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review a bid for a new truck scale and a cereal malt beverages license. The meeting includes proclamations for public health and child abuse prevention, as well as updates on county projects and budget planning.
- Bid recommendation to W. H. Scale for $49,880.00 for a Transfer Station Truck Scale
- 2024 Cereal Malt Beverages License for Britt's Farm at 1000 S. Scenic Drive
- Fireworks Display Permit for Bruce Zimmer with the Randolph Lions Club
- Proclamation for National Public Health Week (April 1-7, 2024)
- Proclamation for National Child Abuse Prevention Month (April 2024)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review bids for public works equipment and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes discussions on short-term rental regulations, an employee policy manual proposal, and property tax exemptions.
- Proposed $70,458.19 purchase of a Ventrac 452 N mower from Professional Turf Products
- Proposed $71,044.26 for pre-cast box culverts on Ober Rd, W. 69th Ave, and Kansas Ave
- Proposed $124,127.28 for pre-cast box culverts on Lasita Rd and Wildcat Creek Rd
- Bid opening for the 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program
- Appointments to the Hunters Island Water District Advisory Board, Museum Board of Trustees, and Public Health Advisory Council
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will discuss expanding on-call coverage for Community Corrections and allocating funds for a comprehensive plan update. Additionally, the Clerk will present procedures for the Presidential Preference Primary Election canvass.
- Request to expand Community Corrections on-call coverage to include Fridays
- Proposal to allocate $125,000 from Economic Development funds for a Comprehensive Plan update consultant
- Review of procedures for the 2024 Presidential Preference Primary Election canvass
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Riley County Commissioners will review several public works bid recommendations and a construction contract. The body will also consider personnel appointments and requests from the Health Department.
- Contract for Parallel Road Culvert Replacement Project No. C.7-0.0 with Ebert Construction Co., Inc. for $285,323.14
- Bid recommendation for Corrugated Metal Pipe and Bands from Welborn Sales, Inc. for $29,404.10
- Bid recommendation for 2024 Crushed Limestone Chips from Bayer Construction Co. at $35.77 per ton
- Appointment of Duaine Sherwood as Manhattan Township Trustee
- Proposal to replat Lots 288, 289, 290 and 291 of Addition No. 1 to University Park into one lot
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is establishing a budget baseline for 2025 that limits requests to critical, essential, and emergency purchases. The body is also reviewing health department grant applications and personnel changes.
- Approval of 2025 budget baseline letters restricting requests to critical needs
- Approval to apply for FY2025 KDHE Aid to Local grants for the Health Department
- Approval of Tax Roll Corrections
- Employee Action Form for the separation of EMT Dillon Schmidt
- Discussion of EMS/Ambulance staff updates including 423 calls for service in February
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting on March 15, 2024. The agenda consists of two executive sessions to discuss personnel matters involving non-elected staff.
- Executive session: personnel matter involving non-elected personnel (12:30 PM)
- Executive session: personnel matter involving non-elected personnel (1:15 PM)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review funding requests from the County Special Alcohol Fund and hold bid openings for public works materials. The meeting includes discussions on the 2025 budget calendar and a community land trust program.
- Proposed $5,616 allocation to 21st Judicial District Drug Court for conference attendance
- Cereal Malt Beverage License notice for Britt's Farm at 1000 S. Scenic Drive
- Bid openings for transfer station truck scales, corrugated metal pipe and bands, and crushed/washed limestone
- New hire approval for Loren Borella as HR Clerical Assistant at $15.00 per hour
- Discussion of 2025 Budget Calendar and Baseline
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Riley County Commissioners is meeting to discuss an escrow agreement for property related to the Keats Wastewater Project. The session also includes budget reports, rate resolutions for Deep Creek and Hunter's Island, and personnel requests.
- Proposed $14,000 option fee for Keats Wastewater Project property, with $9,000 to be held in escrow by Charleson Wilson
- Deep Creek Rate Resolution 2024
- Hunter's Island Rate Resolution 2024
- Request to refill Open Commercial Appraiser I Position
- Out of state travel requests for Anna Burson and Steve Schurle to attend the 2024 IAAO Conference in Denver
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Riley County Commissioners will meet to discuss several contracts, including renovations for the elections office and a real estate data service. The body will also review advisory board appointments and receive updates from various county department directors.
- Proposed $457,500 contract with Icon Structures for 4th floor renovations at Court House Plaza East
- Real Estate Sales Data Search Service Agreement for Lori Vilkanskas of Back 9 Realty
- Highway Use Permit for Wildcat Services Inc. to install a culvert at 6006 Tuttle Terrace
- Appointments to Road & Bridge Advisory Board and Judicial Nominating Commission
- Review of 2025 Budget Calendar and Baseline
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss rezoning three unplatted tracts of land from Single Family Residential to Agricultural District. The meeting also includes personnel actions and discussions regarding animal control and employee benefits.
- Proposed rezoning of 83.72 acres south of Deep Creek Lane from SF-1 to AG
- Appointment of a member to the 21st District Judicial Nominating Commission
- Request to expand paid leave benefits for Riley County employees
- BHS Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment
- Personnel actions including a new Assistant County Attorney with an annualized pay of $140,000.00
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Riley County Commissioners is reviewing bid recommendations for two infrastructure projects and a severe weather proclamation. The body will also discuss budget funds and animal control resolution updates.
- Bid recommendation for 4th Floor Courthouse Plaza East Renovation to Icon Structures Inc. for $457,500
- Bid recommendation for Parallel Road Culvert Replacement Project to Ebert Construction Co., Inc. for $285,323.14
- Proposed Severe Weather Preparedness Week Proclamation for March 4-8, 2024
- Proposed updates to Animal Control Resolution
- Request to refill Planning & Development's As-Needed Clerical Assistant position
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the sale of surplus vehicles and equipment via an internet auction. The meeting also includes several platting requests and personnel appointments.
- Proposed contract with Purple Wave, Inc. for an internet-only auction of surplus vehicles and equipment
- Appointment of Wyatt Moore as Wildcat Township Clerk
- Bid opening for 4th Floor Plaza East Building Riley County Election Office Renovation
- Three separate platting and replatting requests for residential lots
- Sanitary Code Variance request for property owned by Jeffrey and Susan Jones / TDJ Stables
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss administrative updates, personnel changes, and contract extensions. Key decisions include approving advisory board appointments and a maintenance contract for county grounds.
- Contract extension with Rothwell Landscaping, Inc. for $19,602.00
- Appointments to Food and Farm Council, Judicial Nominating Commission, and Public Health Advisory Council
- Bid opening for Parallel Road Culvert Replacement
- Approval of tax roll corrections
- Request for interim Community Corrections Director
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review year-to-date budget and expenditure reports and consider a request to fill a part-time HR Assistant position. The meeting includes updates on public works and administrative projects, as well as the approval of tax roll corrections.
- Approval of Tax Roll Corrections
- Request to fill part-time HR Assistant position
- Separation of Dale Mulderrig, As Needed Museum Asst
- Year to date budget and expenditure reports
- Public Works Project Update
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the Municipal Investment Pool authorized users and tax roll corrections. The meeting includes updates on economic development, health department travel, and a request to fill an open EMS/Ambulance position.
- Approval of Municipal Investment Pool authorized users resolution
- Approval of Tax Roll Corrections
- Appointment of Paula Northern as an as-needed Election Worker
- Request to fill an open position for EMS/Ambulance
- January 2024 Revenue Reporting showing total assets of $84,754,556.57
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of Riley County Commissioners will meet to review a highway use permit for fiber optic installation and a contract for a USDA environmental assessment. The body will also address tax roll corrections and personnel action forms.
- Highway Use Permit for WTC Communications Inc. to install fiber optic cable
- Contract for Completion of USDA Environmental Assessment for Keats Sewer District Project
- Approval of Tax Roll Corrections
- Employee Action Forms for Andrew Hutchinson (Election Worker) and Eric Marsh
- RCHD MCH Amendment to the Agreement for Outreach, Prevention and Early Intervention Services
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a change order and certificate of substantial completion for the North County EMS station. The meeting includes bid recommendations for vehicles and trailers, as well as a travel request for GIS staff.
- Change Order No. 2 for North County EMS station at 506 East Barton Street ($1,304.26 deduct)
- Bid recommendation for one 15T Hydraulic Dovetail Trailer
- Bid recommendation for one 1 1/2 T 4x4 Regular Cab-Chassis Truck
- Bid recommendation for two Stainless-Steel Dump Bodies
- Travel request for two GIS staff to attend the ESRi User Conference in San Diego ($5,230)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects, including a grant support letter for the City of Ogden and financing options for facilities. The body will also review staffing updates for EMS and custodial services.
- Proposed $385,000 for CIP Project 24-24PW001 to install two elevators at the Courthouse and Health Department
- Support letter for City of Ogden's "Safe Streets and Roads 4 All" grant application for Riley Avenue
- Discussion of a new water tower for Rural Water District #1
- Request to fill an open Custodial Worker I position
- Authorization for Chairman to sign Community Rating System (CRS) recertification letter
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the selection process for a professional services firm to conduct an environmental assessment for the Keats non-discharging lagoon. The board is also addressing township appointments, tax roll corrections, and personnel actions.
- Review of four proposals for the Keats Environmental Assessment with costs ranging from $6,500 to $138,000
- Appointment of Jennifer Hancock as Grant Township Clerk
- Approval of Tax Roll Corrections
- Personnel actions including a promotion for Paramedic Hannah Coates ($77,626 annualized pay)
- Update on the Stadel Road Sewer Benefit District
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss funding for public Wi-Fi and a hazardous materials study. The meeting includes updates on emergency management, fire district staffing, and a review of tax roll corrections.
- Proposed $5,000 appropriation to WTC for public Wi-Fi
- Approval of FY2024 HMEP grant application for a hazardous material commodity flow study
- Request to advertise for Riley County Fire District #1 Deputy Chief of Administration (budgeted at $100,801.60 total annual budget)
- Approval of Tax Roll Corrections
- Roger and Penny Nelson Fence View Application
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider appointments for the Fair Board, Rural Economic Development Board, and other advisory councils. The meeting also includes personnel action forms for new hires and a resolution for real estate tax foreclosure sales.
- Resolution No. 010824 appointing representatives to the Fair Board, Rural Economic Development Board, Food and Farm Council, and Museum Board of Trustees
- Resolution Authorizing Real Estate Tax Foreclosure Sale
- Employee Action Forms for new hires including an EMT at $18.69 per hour and Museum Assistants at $15.00 per hour
- Request to fill Election Assistant positions
- Certificates of Appreciation for Diane Hoobler and Nathan Larson for service on the Planning Board/Board of Zoning Appeals
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will decide on the list of official depositories for 2024 and a request to use Facebook Live for agenda updates. The meeting includes bid openings for a truck, a trailer, and dump bodies, as well as personnel action forms.
- Approval of 2024 Official Depositories for county funds
- Bid opening for 1 1/2 Ton 4x4 Regular Cab-Chassis Truck
- Bid opening for 15T Hydraulic Dovetail Trailer
- Bid opening for two dump bodies
- Request to fill Clerk Analyst II Position in the Treasurer's office
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss year-to-date budget expenditures and consider several advisory board appointments. The meeting includes a proclamation for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and updates on public works projects.
- Resolution to update parking lot enforcement for newer lots
- Appointments to the Fair Board, Rural Economic Development Board, Food and Farm Council, and North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging
- 2024 Community Park Fund allocation request and transfer to CIP
- 2023 City of Manhattan Park Receivables Account write-off
- Approval of a new Payroll Clerk hire at a base rate of $22.21 per hour
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a grant agreement for court services and a $370,000 increase for CIP Project 23-23EL002. The meeting includes several public works change orders and staff updates from county departments.
- CIP Project 23-23EL002 amendment to increase total amount to $720,000.00
- Union Road Culvert Replacement change order for -$5,000.00
- Flat Rock Road Culvert replacement change order for -$8,793.44
- Highway Use Permit for Twin Valley Telephone at 6107 Fawn Road
- 2024 CSFAB Special Alcohol Fund Grant Agreement with the City of Manhattan