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Category Archives: Bourbon County
Communities In Schools Programs Receives Grant to Assist Students
Uniontown Public Schools and Heather Magruder, Walmart Fort Scott Store Manager.
Two Bourbon County school districts recently received a $10,000 grant each for student support from Walmart to help with the Communities In Schools programs.
The mission of Communities In Schools is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life, according to https://www.communitiesinschools.org/.
The name of the grant is the Walmart Community Grant – Communities In Schools Programming in Uniontown and Fort Scott, Kansas
Rhonda Hoener is the Student Support Coordinator for Communities In Schools at Uniontown, and wrote the grant proposal.
Her counterparts in USD 234, are Lewis Dunkeson at Fort Scott High School and Winter Moore at Fort Scott Middle School.
Walmart presented the check for $20,000 to Communities In Schools via Hoener, recently.
“This grant will support our work helping more than 1,400 students and their families served by Communities In Schools of Mid-America programming in Uniontown and Fort Scott, Kansas,” according to a press release, from Cheri Faunce, Vice President of Resource Development for Communities in School of Mid-America and Victoria Partidge, Vice President of Communications.
“Communities In Schools of Mid-America is addressing the academic and non-academic impacts due to the extended time out of school buildings from the COVID-19 pandemic,” according to the press release. “Our program works by building trusting relationships, re-engaging students in the learning process, and helping students identify and break down barriers preventing them from reaching their goals.”
The Student Support Coordinators (SSCs) provide whole-school programming to promote a positive school climate and combat risk factors.
Youth risk factors include low attendance, student and parent disengagement, and access to basic needs such as food, clothing, school supplies, hygiene products.
SSCs also work one-to-one with a minimum of 55 caseload students per school to help with academic, attendance, and/or behavior/social-emotional concerns and the students are at high risk for dropping out.
Examples of programming include, but are not limited to, lunch hour mentoring, life/social skills, behavioral interventions, resource referrals to other social service providers, and grief support.
In the Uniontown program, Hoener has helped with:
- Family Engagement Night at West Bourbon Elementary School
- Guest speaker Julia Cook at WBE
- Attendance incentives at Uniontown Junior and Senior High School
- Guest speaker Mark Potter at UHS/UJH
- Both buildings provided are provided with basic need items
For caseload students only, she has helped wit:
- Academic support
- Behavior support
- Social emotional learning support
- Attendance support
- Referrals to other agencies
- Utility/rent/ grocery/gas assistance to families
- College visit
- College/career conversations with outside agencies
At Fort Scott Middle School, Winter has helped with:
- – School-wide academic incentives
- – One-on-one behavior intervention
- – Homework assistance
- – Individual grade and attendance checks
- – Basic needs distribution (school supplies, food, snacks, hygiene products)
At Fort Scott High School, Dunkeson has helped with:
- – FutureNow: Finance
- – Career Fair
- – Homework assistance
- – Individual grade and credit checks
- – Mentoring program
- – Basic needs distribution (school supplies, food, snacks, hygiene products)
Bourbon County Commission Agenda for June 7
Agenda
Bourbon County Commission Room
1st Floor, County Courthouse
210 S. National Avenue
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Tuesdays starting at 9:00
Date: June 7, 2022
1st District–Lynne Oharah Minutes: Approved: _______________
2nd District–Jim Harris Corrected: _______________________
3rd District–Clifton Beth Adjourned at: _______________
County Clerk–Ashley Shelton
MEETING HELD IN THE COMMISSION ROOM
Call to Order
• Flag Salute
• Approval of Minutes from previous meeting
• Dustin Hall – Road & Bridge Report
• Bill Martin – K9 Retirement Contract
• Clifton Beth – Executive Session KSA 75–4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual
nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
• Jim Harris – Executive Session KSA 75–4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual
nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
• Lynne Oharah – Executive Session KSA 75–4319(b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the
public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney–client relationship
• Justin Meeks – County Counselor Comment
• Susan Bancroft – Chief Financial Officer Comment
o EMS Manager/Service Director for Bourbon County EMS
o Executive Session – KSA 75–4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual
nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
• Shane Walker – Chief Information Officer Comment
• Public Comment
• Commission Comment
Justifications for Executive Session:
KSA 75–4319(b)(1) To discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
KSA 75–4319(b)(2) For consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney–client relationship
KSA 75–4319(b)(3) To discuss matters relating to employer–employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative(s) of the body or agency
KSA 75–4319(b)(4) To discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust, and individual proprietorships
KSA 75–4319(b)(6) For the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property
KSA 75–4319(b)(12) To discuss matters relating to security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting would jeopardize such security measures.
Healthy Bourbon County Action Team Impact Report May 2022
Starlite FCE Minutes June 2022
The May meeting of the Starlite FCE was held at the Yeager Building on the Bourbon County Fair Grounds. Vice President Joyce Allen called the meeting to order and led the club in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect. Nine members were in attendance and reported one hundred and twelve hours of volunteering and that they had recycled ninety pounds of paper.
Doris Ericson presented the Treasurer’s report, Deb Lust moved that we accept the report, Terri Williams seconded the motion, motion carried. Karen Peery reported that the Council had met prior to the Regional Recognition Day. It was announced at the Recognition Day that Doris Ericson was selected as the Regional Heart of FCE and was now in the running for the State Heart of FCE. Joyce Allen announced the May birthdays which were LeAnna Taylor and herself.
New Business consisted of Deb Lust making the motion that the club enter the hay bale decorating contest and the Scarecrow contest at the fair, Deb Wood seconded the motion, motion carried. Joyce Allen announced that the library was looking for volunteers to provide snacks and to read stories. It was moved and seconded that we help the library. Joyce gave us the phone number to call to volunteer. Deb Woods was going to get an updated list for Glenda.
Deb Lust announced that she would let us know when the Poppy sales would be and that May 31st the American Legion would be helping with the Memorial Day Service at the National Cemetery. The VFW will be open after the Ceremony for people to gather. Deb also invited us to help in setting up the flags on the Avenue of Flags
It was moved and seconded that the club make a donation to the Allen Warren memorial. Joyce Allen asked that the members bring snacks for the VFW and rest homes in June.
Doris Ericson moved the meeting be adjourned, Del Parks seconded the motion, meeting adjourned.
Claudia Wheeler presented the program on Helpful hints to the members while they enjoyed refreshments of chocolate chip cookie bar, jello fruit dessert, juice and water
Prepared by
Terri Williams
Bo Co Coalition Minutes of June 1
Bourbon County Inter-Agency Coalition
General Membership Meeting Minutes
June 1, 2022
- Welcome: Eleven members representing nine agencies attended. Billie Jo noted the following greetings from those unable to attend in person:
- Michelle Stevenson, Fort Scott Early Childhood Program, has openings for the new grant year for families with children prenatal through age 6.
- Christine Abbott, Youth Career Advisor for SEKWorks, will be working in Independence on Wednesdays while they hire and orient a new Career Advisor for that area.
- Sandra Haggard, RSVP, did not have anything new to report but was unable to attend due to the weather.
- Jackie Sellers, Senior Citizens, reported that she has Farmers’ Market vouchers available for those who qualify. She also wanted members to be aware that the transportation service will run until 9:00 p.m. during Good ‘Ol Days. Due to the rise in cost for gasoline, taxi prices have been increased to $6.00; senior citizens and low income price is $5.00.
- Member Introductions and Announcements:
- Allen Schellack, Compassionate Ministries and Salvation Army, reviewed all the services that are available through his program. He also noted that the fan distribution funded by Evergy and managed by Salvation Army is now in progress.
- Holly Fritter, SEK Multi-County Health Department, reminded members of the Community Baby Shower to be held at Buck Run Community Center, June 23, from 10a.m. until noon.
- Shelly Kelley, SEK Mental Health, was welcomed as a first-time attendee.
- Lisa and Erin Thurston, Bourbon County Angels, also first-time attendees, gave a quick synopsis of their services. They are located at 111 West Third Street. Agency hours are 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays and 8:00 a.m. until noon on Saturdays. They can be reached through the Facebook page or 620-644-8291. They would welcome volunteers.
- Lisa Robertson, CHC COPE (Community Organization to Promote Equity), noted that CHC is looking for drivers for their transportation program.
- Patty Simpson shared that all 190 units in the Fort Scott Housing Authority are currently full; she does maintain waiting lists.
- Elizabeth Schafer, CASA, noted they are still in need of volunteers.
- Program: April Jackson: Narcan Training. Due to unforeseen circumstances, April was not able to attend; we will plan this program for a later date.
- Open Forum:
- Billie Jo announced that the Community Christian Church will serve the Monday Feeding Families meals beginning June 6 and serve through August 29. There will, however, be no meal served on July 4.
- Billie Jo also shared that the Coalition Board had approved 27 family passes to the Fort Scott Aquatic Center.
- Elizabeth and Billie Jo informed members that the Next Steps program has been dissolved due to Covid and the lack of participants willing to commit to the class requirements.
- Adjournment: Next General Membership meeting will be August 3, 2022, at 1:00 p.m.
Healthy Bourbon County Action Team Newsletter
Walk The Yellow Brick Road: Story Stroll On Main Street
The Fort Scott Public Library staff have created a new program, and will begin registering participants for it today.
The following describes the program and invites readers to sign up.
Submitted by Valetta Cannon
Youth Librarian & Assistant Director
Fort Scott Public Library
WALK INTO BOOKS, BOURBON COUNTY!
Fort Scott Public Library & The Healthy Bourbon County Action Team invite you to walk the Yellow Brick Road with us! Introducing a walking contest for all ages & fitness levels.
• Record your daily step counts through the Reader Zone
• Connect with teammates & compete against other teams
• Earn a free pedometer & t-shirt just for signing up (while supplies last)
• Each member of the winning team will earn a free book & may earn coupons or gift cards from local businesses
• Reception & book club meeting after the contest ends for all participants
• A Story Stroll along Main Street, with story panels in the shop windows will provide extra motivation to walk & read
Register here: https://forms.gle/
The contest begins June 15! Open to everyone & free. If you need help using the technology, come to the library for help or send an email to [email protected].
Bronson residents can sign up at Bronson Public Library and receive their t-shirt & pedometer there. Hedgehog.INK! will also provide registration forms.
Sponsors include Hare & Crow Barbershop & Mercantile and After Affect Salon. If you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities, please email Valetta Cannon at the above address.
This program is made possible in part by a dream grant from the Southeast Kansas Library System.
Bourbon County Commission Agenda for May 31
Agenda
Bourbon County Commission Room
1st Floor, County Courthouse
210 S. National Avenue
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Tuesdays starting at 9:00
Date: May 31, 2022
1st District-Lynne Oharah Minutes: Approved: _______________
2nd District-Jim Harris Corrected: _______________________
3rd District-Clifton Beth Adjourned at: _______________
County Clerk-Ashley Shelton
MEETING HELD IN THE COMMISSION ROOM
Call to Order
• Flag Salute
• Approval of Minutes from previous meeting
• Eric Bailey – Road & Bridge Report
• Deb Needleman – Bourbon County Senior Citizens Budget Review
• Justin Meeks – County Counselor Comment
• Susan Bancroft – Chief Financial Officer Comment
o Executive Session – KSA 75-4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
• Shane Walker – Chief Information Officer Comment
• Public Comment
• Commission Comment
Justifications for Executive Session: KSA 75-4319(b)(1) To discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy KSA 75-4319(b)(2) For consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship KSA 75-4319(b)(3) To discuss matters relating to employer-employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative(s) of the body or agency KSA 75-4319(b)(4) To discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust, and individual proprietorships KSA 75-4319(b)(6) For the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property KSA 75-4319(b)(12) To discuss matters relating to security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting would jeopardize such security measures.
Agenda Request-K9 Retire Davidson
The Bourbon County Commission Minutes of May 17
May 17, 2022 Tuesday 9:00 am
The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with all three Commissioners and the Deputy County Clerk present.
Anne Dare, Clint Walker, Matt Crystal, Bill Martin, and Robert Harrington were also present for some or all of the meeting.
Clifton made a motion to approve the previous meetings minutes. Lynne seconded.
All approved.
Jennifer Hawkins, Public Works Department, presented two culvert permits. One is for Travis Schilling at 895 209th Terr. The other is for Joshua Sharp on 255th North of Osage Rd. Lynne made a motion to approve the new permits for Travis Schilling and
Joshua Sharp. Clifton seconded. All approved.
Will Wallis, Emergency Preparedness, presented the Hazard Mitigation Plan that was approved back in 2019. This is a new one and the next one will be in 2026. If we were to have a disaster hit the county and FEMA brought in mitigation money then we
would qualify for it. This agreement does that. Clifton made a motion for Chairman
Harris to sign the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Lynne seconded. All approved.
Clifton made a motion to amend the agenda to add SEK Mental Health before County Counselor comment. Lynne seconded. All approved. Nathan Fawson, CEO, SEK Mental Health along with Dr. Wright, Chief Operating Office, presented budget request for continued services in the amount of $91,800.00 no levy support.
This money goes for those who are unable to pay. The types of services we provide are Psychiatry, Therapy and Substance Abuse. Mr. Fawson gave some history of the decline in mental health services and funds back in the 1990’s and a return to these
services with possible expansions and access which allows us to be more responsive to immediate needs. Dr. Wright stated that in rural Kansas we always kind of come in last place when the state’s voting on how to fund things. Dr. Fawson stated that currently people have a wait time of 3 days to get into a facility. Crisis intervention
center could help lessen that burden. We’ve been exploring possibilities in that area.
Dr. Wright stated they’ve had requests for therapist in the schools and the college in this community.
Justin Meeks, County Counselor, stated the title company has raised their rates from $85.00 to $110.00 per parcel. Wanted to make you aware before Commissioner Harris signs the agreement.
Susan Bancroft presented a financial report including a 5 year look-back of sales tax and then whatever the current year versus previous year to show if we are over or under we’ve brought in for sales tax. We are looking pretty good as we are up $103,000.00 as of the end of April. Alcohol is another one that we are starting to see
some money coming through on those funds assuming that is with the new addition at the south end of town. Other major sources of revenue include culvert sales, landfill receipts, chemical sales, sewer district, EMS and the medical building so we can track month by month so we can see if we are hitting the target that we need to. I am
concerned with EMS and what we brought in last year. I’m going to reach out to OMNI and see if we can get some reporting from them. Susan stated that we had an audit last week. There were a few concerns that Terri will discuss later. No big surprises
which was encouraging. We knew there would be a few violations. Clifton made amotion for an executive session KSA 75-4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy regarding contracts and job performance for 20 minutes including three commissioners, Susan Bancroft, Justin
Meeks, and Shane Walker returning at 9:48am.
Clifton made a motion to return to normal session with no action at 9:48am. Lynne seconded. All approved.
Clifton made a motion for an executive session KSA 75-4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual personnel to protect their privacy including three commissioners for minutes returning at 9:59am. Clifton made a motion to return to normal session
at 9:59am with action. Lynne seconded. All approved.
Clifton made a motion to allow Chairman Harris to sign contracts for CIO and Public Works Director. Lynne
seconded. All approved.
The other contract is to go out for a replacement at the
hospital.
CIO Comment: No Comment
Public Comment: Clint Walker stated that our #1 concern in this area is housing. The thing I’m bringing up to the commissioners today is they are giving money to developers in a community our size to develop apartments and we need to keep track of that and make sure they are aware. Hopefully that will encourage developers in
our area. That is state dollars not federal. There was discussion that the county did the NRP program to help those building or expanding.
Commission Comment: Clifton stated that he received the feasibility study this morning at 7:15am. He received paper form only. We will receive an electronic version eventually. Clifton asked Justin to weigh in on whether the information
should be released to public at this time. Clifton is concerned that there is some proprietary information in the report and shouldn’t be released at this time. Anne Dare asked about getting a copy. Clifton stated we charge 35 cents per page. He said we would eventually have an electronic copy at a later date. Anne asked if she could
make an appointment to come and review the report at the courthouse, not leaving the premises with it. Clifton stated that a potential evaluation of PPS or REH legislation that will be January 2023 we are not part of that legislation currently. We
would have to file an exception to be part of that. We as a county do not apply for that. The operator would have to do that. Anne Dare asked what the next step is now that we have the feasibility report. Clifton stated that now Noble Health is gone we are actively looking for partners to operate the facility. Clifton stated his personal opinion is that we should not be building owners and we have no business running a hospital. Justin stated that he glanced through the hospital feasibility report and there is proprietary information that needs to be removed before it is viewed by the public. Justin will review over the next two weeks and get back with
the Clerk’s office and let them know which parts should be removed.
Clifton made a motion for executive session KSA 75-4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy for job performance including three commissioners and Justin Meeks for 10 minutes returning
at 10:38am. Lynne seconded. All approved. Clifton made a motion to return to normal session at 10:38am with no action. Lynne seconded. All approved.
Anne Dare asked if she could come review the feasibility study and review it in the commission room. They approved.
Jim congratulated USD 234 on hiring a superintendent. Excellent choice. Jim also stated the meeting next Tuesday, May 24th will be held at Garland Community Center at 6:00pm.
At 10:39am Lynne made a motion to adjourn meeting. Clifton seconded. All
approved.
THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF BOURBON COUNTY, KANSAS
(ss) Jim Harris, Chairman
(ss) Lynne Oharah, Commissioner
(ss) Clifton Beth, Commissioner
ATTEST:
Ashley Shelton, Bourbon County Clerk
May 24, 2022, Approved Date
Bourbon County Coalition Agenda June 1
Bourbon County Inter-Agency Coalition
General Membership Meeting Agenda
June 1, 2022
- Welcome:
- Member Introductions and Announcements:
- Program: April Jackson: Narcan Training
- Open Forum:
- Adjournment: Next General Membership meeting will be August 3, 2022, at 1:00 p.m.
Fishing and Entertainment At Uniontown This Weekend
A pond hopping bass tournament will start at 6 a.m. this Saturday, May 28 at Union Station Convenience Store on Hwy. 3 just west of Uniontown. There will also be a beer garden, food and live music throughout that day.
The event is a fundraiser to supply Christmas presents for children in Bourbon County in honor of a local service man.
Butch Hall was a 2000 graduate of Uniontown High School who was killed in Kabul, Afghanistan in 2004.
“Butch loved fishing and this is a way for his friends and family to honor him this Memorial Day weekend,” said event organizer Sara Roufs.
“All money made from this event will go to purchase Christmas gifts for local kids in need through the Bourbon County Angels, all in Butch’s honor,” Roufs said.
Registration will be at 6 a.m. at Union Station, with weigh-in at 3 p.m.
The entry fee is $20 person, with a limit of three people per team. There is a 50 percent payback, and a $5 big bass pot.
Fish must be alive at weigh-in.
“Union Station is the main sponsor for the event,” Roufs said. “We also have contributions from K&K Auto, BN Hunting, Don’s Spirits & Wines and Perry’s Pork Rinds.”
Timber Hills Lake Ranch is donating a weekend cabin stay for our raffle.
“Registrants for the fishing tournament will have a chance to win a knife donated by Ryan Demott with Turkey Forge,” she said.
They will be selling pulled pork sandwiches for lunch, with pork purchased locally through Bronson Locker.
“We will also have baked beans, coleslaw, and Marsha’s Deli potato salad. BBQ dinners will go on sale at noon,” Roufs said. “Union Station will be hosting a beer garden throughout the day.”
“At 3 p.m., we will draw for the raffle prizes and have the weigh-in for the bass tournament,” she said. “Bourbon Boy Bait Co. will handle the weigh-in for the tournament.”
At 4 p.m. there will be live music from the Bourbon County Revival.
All money made from this event will go to purchase Christmas gifts for local kids in need through the Bourbon County Angels, all in Butch’s honor.
“Friends and family of Butch donated trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, as well as one for the biggest bass,” Roufs said.
