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Fort Scott, Government

Agenda for FS City Commission Meeting on January 9

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Work Session at 5:00 PM on 1-9-2024 – Advisory Boards

City Commission meeting at 6:00 PM on 1-9-2024

NOTICE OF AND AGENDA FOR REGULAR        

MEETING OF FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION

CITY HALL COMMISSION ROOM – 123 SOUTH MAIN ST.

January 9, 2024 – 6:00 P.M.

 

  1.   Call to Order
  2.   Roll Call:  T. VanHoecke, M. Wells, M. Guns, D. Olson, T. Dancer

III.    Pledge of Allegiance

  1. Invocation
  2. Approval of Agenda
  3. Consent Agenda:
  4. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 19, 2023, and January 2, 2024.
  5. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1351-A – $4,063,977.89
  6. Request to Pay – Earles Engineering & Inspection, Inc. – Project No. 23-430 – South Industrial Park Waterline Extension – Invoice No. 17054 – Inspection Fees – $17,473.48
  7. Request to Pay – Sprouls Construction, Inc. – Project No. 22-031B – Fort Scott Pavilion Project – Payment Application No. 3 – $70,875.00
  8. Request to Pay – Nowak Construction Co., Inc. – Project No. 22-305 – Contractor’s Project No. 231031 – South Industrial Park Waterline Extension – Contractor’s Application for Payment No. 2 – $231,061.95
  9. Request to Pay – T. Richardson Construction – Project No. 21-307 – Application for Payment No. 8 – 17th and Eddy St. Stormwater Improvements –           Drainage – $23,619.44
  10. Request to Pay – Bourbon County Treasurer – 2023 Real Estate Taxes for City-owned properties – $43,301.08
  11. Renewal of 2024 Cereal Malt Beverage License for Consumption on the Premises – Debra Cagle – DBA Fifthwheel Tavern – 206 N. Humbolt, Fort Scott.

 

VII.   Public Comment:   Sign up required.  Comments on any topic not on agenda

and limited to five (5) minutes per person, at the Commission’s discretion.

 

 

 

 

 

  VIII.   Old Business:

 

  1. Review and Agreement of Code of Ethics – Ordinance No. 3563 – tabled from January 2, 2024.

 

  1. Discussion of Advisory Boards from Work Session.

 

 

  1.  New Business: 
  2. Selection of City Commissioner Representatives to Advisory Boards
  3. Bourbon County REDI Representative
  4. Land Bank Representative
  5. Lake Advisory Board Representative
  6. Library Board Representative
  7. Fort Scott Housing Authority Delegate
  8. Healthy in All Practices (HIA)

 

  1. Approval of Golf Advisory Board recommendations – (8) Letters of Interest submitted to fill (4) vacancies – Golf Advisory Board recommendations made on December 27, 2023.

 

  1. Request to Amend Ordinance No. 3604 – Membership Terms – Golf Advisory Board recommends change City/County requirements in the ordinance as stated on Staff Request for Commission Action – M. Wyatt

 

  1. Consideration of Change Order No. 1 – Sprouls Construction, Inc. – Project No. 22-032 – KDOT Sub-Area Road Extension & US-69 at 20th Repair – Final Measured Quantities – Decrease of $7,341.20

 

  1. Consideration of Contractor’s Application for Payment No. 1 (Final) – Sprouls Construction, Inc. – Project No. 22-032 – KDOT Sub-Area Road Extension & US-69 at 20th Street Repair – $148,783.80 – Certificate of Substantial Completion included.

 

  1. Consideration of Change Order No. 2 – Bennett, Inc. – Project No. 23-005B – Engineer’s Project No. 217314-022 – Infantry Substation Sanitary Sewer Relocation – $129,530.00

 

  1. Approval of 2024 Cereal Malt Beverage (CMB) License for Consumption on the Premises and Retail Sale of Original and Unopened Containers – Kevin Allen – DBA Aunt Toadies – 1411 E. Wall, Fort Scott – 2023 CMB License was issued for Consumption on the Premises only, requires new approval.

 

 

 

  1. Resolutions
  2. Resolution No. 1-2024 – DESIGNATING THE OFFICIAL CITY NEWSPAPER FOR THE ENSUING TERM OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF   THE CITY OF FORT SCOTT, KANSAS

 

  1. Resolution No. 2-2024 – DESIGNATING THE OFFICIAL DEPOSITORIES FOR THE PUBLIC FUNDS OF THE CITY OF FORT    SCOTT, KANSAS

 

  1. Resolution No. 3-2024 – EXEMPTION FROM GENERALLY ACCEPTED ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES UNDER K.S.A. 1120A

 

  1. Resolution No. 4-2024 – NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 922 E.            WALL – PUBLIC HEARING DATE – FEBRUARY 20, 2024, AT 6:15PM.

 

  1. Resolution No. 5-2024 – NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 515 S.            HEYLMAN – PUBLIC HEARING DATE – FEBRUARY 20, 2024, AT 6:15PM

 

 

  1. Reports and Comments:
  2. City Manager Comments:
  3. Engineering Comments:
  4. Commissioners Comments:
  5. VanHoecke
  6. Wells
  7. Guns
  8. Olson
  9. Dancer

 

  1. City Attorney Comments:

 

  1.  Executive Session:

XII.     Adjournment:

 

 

Work Session – Contactors’ Licenses: Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 5:00PM

City Commission meeting:  Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 6:00PM

Government, Kansas

Kansas Credit Rating is AA

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Fitch Ratings Releases First Kansas
Credit Rating at AA, Citing Fiscal Responsibility Championed by Governor Kelly


TOPEKA— Today, Fitch Ratings, a global credit rating agency, released its first credit rating for the State of Kansas. Citing Governor Laura Kelly’s fiscal responsibility, including efforts to pay off debt, balance the budget, and increase Kansas’ Rainy Day Fund, Fitch announced Kansas’ Issuer Default Rating (IDR) as AA with a stable rating outlook.

“It’s clear that our laser-sharp focus on growing the economy, paying off debts, and balancing the budget is setting Kansas up for long-term success,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “Fitch Ratings’ announcement today is great news for Kansans. I will continue to prioritize fiscal responsibility as we work to cut taxes for working Kansans.”

In its report, Fitch cited Kansas’ sustained trend of balanced budgets, bolstering the Rainy Day Fund, and responsible spending as indicators of long-term fiscal responsibility that contributed to the high credit rating. This rating is higher than the most recent credit rating Kansas received, AA-, from S&P Global in February 2023.

“This AA credit rating is affirmation that the path the state has taken to restore stability, predictability, and overall health to the state’s finances is the right path to be on,” said Budget Director and Secretary of Administration Adam Proffitt. “It’s a testament to the work done by Governor Kelly and the Legislature to put the state on solid footing.”

Prior to Governor Kelly’s administration, the State of Kansas’ credit rating and outlook was downgraded four times between 2014 and 2017 by S&P Global. The state’s credit rating was downgraded from AA+ to AA in August 2014, put on a negative credit watch in 2016, downgraded again to an AA- in the same year, and the outlook downgraded from ‘stable’ to ‘negative’ in 2017. S&P Global improved the state’s credit outlook from ‘negative’ to ‘stable’ in 2018 after lawmakers rolled back the Brownback tax experiment.

Fitch Ratings’ report can be found here.

Obituary

Obituary of Virginia Martin

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Virginia Louise Martin, age 91, resident of Lee’s Summit, MO, and formerly of Fort Scott, KS, died Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Wilshire at Lakewood Rehabilitation Center in Lee’s Summit.  Virginia Hockett was born February 11, 1932, in Bronson, KS, the daughter of Ray Carlton Hockett and Edna Jessie Thompson Hockett.

She married Melvin Martin on October 3, 1953.  She had two children and spent most of her married life as a housewife.  Virginia worked briefly at Wilco in Columbia, MO to help her daughter through nursing school.  Her son spent over 20 years in the Navy.  Her husband Melvin also served in the Navy prior to their marriage.  Virginia spent over 40 years in Fort Scott, residing at 742 Horton.

 

Virginia enjoyed baking for her family.  She tended her beautiful African violets while living in Overland Park, KS.  She spent the last two years of her life at Willshire at Lakewood Center.  Virginia was a member of the Community Christian Church, joining late in life. She always enjoyed visiting with people.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Nancy, Lee’s Summit, MO; her son, Michael and his wife Maggie, Jay, FL; and various other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband Melvin; 3 brothers, and her parents.

 

Funeral services will be held at 12:30 PM Wednesday, January 10th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel.

Burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to Care to Share and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, P.O. Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS 66701.  Words of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.

 

Fort Scott Community College

FSCC’s Beneficial Effects On Students, Taxpayers and Social Perspectives

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A recent economic impact study looked at the benefits of Fort Scott Community College to students,  taxpayers, and social perspectives.

“The economic impact of Kansas community colleges is significant and the workforce development provided by each college
across the state of Kansas is vital to a prosperous Kansas economy,” said Heather Morgan, Executive Director of the Kansas
Association of Community Colleges in a press release.

The study provided insights into how Kansas community colleges contribute not only to individual student success but also to the broader prosperity of Kansas according to Empowering Communities- The Economic Impact of Kansas Community Colleges MW(1)

“The college is excited to see the results of the study, which are highly favorable as it relates to the economic impact both within the community and the region,” FSCC’s President Dr. Jason Kegler said. “Our ability to provide such a positive impact would not be possible without the continued support of our community. This study opens the door for us to pursue additional partnerships designed to enhance our impact. The future of the community and this college is bright.”

In the fiscal year 2021-22, Kansas community colleges were
found to have made a $6.7 billion impact on the state’s economy. Expressed in terms of jobs: the direct and indirect impact from all Kansas community colleges supported 106,234 jobs this last year, according to the press release.

Dr. Jason Kegler, president of Fort Scott Community College. Submitted photo.

“The southeast Kansas community colleges have a higher economic impact than the state average in terms of return on investment for local taxpayers”, said  Dr. Kegler.

The average taxpayers’ return on investment for southeast Kansas community colleges is $2.50 for every dollar invested which is higher than the average across the state, according to the press release.

 

The results of this study demonstrate that FSCC creates value from multiple perspectives, according to FSCC_ExecSum(1). The college benefits regional businesses by increasing consumer spending in the region and supplying a steady flow of qualified, trained workers to the workforce.

FSCC enriches the lives of students by raising their lifetime earnings and helping them achieve their potential, according to an FSCC press release. The college benefits state and local taxpayers through increased tax receipts and reduced demand for government-supported social services. Finally, FSCC benefits society as a whole in Kansas by creating a more prosperous economy and generating a variety of savings through the improved lifestyles of students.

To view the total report in the FSCC press release:

FSCC_MainReport(1)

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Community College, Gordon Parks Museum, History

Celebrating the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr. on January 15

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member

Gordon Parks Museum…..

Celebrating The Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.

All events will be held at the Ellis Fine Arts Center (2108 S. Horton St., Fort Scott, Ks.)

Monday, January 15th, 2024 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Events

1:00pm-6:00pm – Day of Service: Canned Food Drive – Join us as we will collect canned and non-perishable food items to donate to the Beacon in Fort Scott. Anyone in the community is invited to drop off canned and non-perishable food.

1:00pm-2:00pm – Showing of the PBS home video documentary “In Remembrance of Martin” in the Gordon Parks Museum. FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center Theatre. This event is free to the public.

2:00pm-3:00pm – Showing of “Martin” – A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Gordon Parks. This is a ballet tribute to Dr. King written and directed by Gordon Parks. FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center Theatre. This event is free to the public.

5:00pm-6:00pm – Soup Dinner – Come and join us for free soup followed by a music celebration performance at 6:00pm. Soup, drinks and dessert provided by Great Western Dining. Photo Promotion taken with “I Stand For Signs”. FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center Lobby. This event is free to the public.

For more information, please call 620.223.2700 ext. 5850
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Opinion

Is Comparison Always Bad? by Patty LaRoche

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Patty LaRoche. 2023.
Author: A Little Faith Lift…Finding Joy Beyond Rejection
www.alittlefaithlift.com
AWSA (Advanced Writers & Speakers Assoc.)

Over the Christmas holidays, Dave and I drove to Nevada, Arizona and Colorado. Countless times, we were stuck behind a semi-truck, inching its way up a mountain pass.  If not that, double yellow lines prevented us from passing, and even where they didn’t interfere, it was difficult to see around the larger truck.  We had no idea if there was a fleet of other semis in front of that one.

We commented on how much easier it is to drive in Mexico where those large trucks pull over onto the shoulder and put their left blinker on, indicating it is safe for the vehicle behind to pass.  Why hasn’t that caught on in America?  I mean, it is such a friendly gesture, not to mention a time-saver for those of us who are always in a hurry.  Think of the benefits.

Comparison is so easy, yet it can be a dangerous game, can’t it?  Just as soon as I focus on what our country lacks, I have to remind myself of all it offers that is far superior to others.  We Americans know that the list is endless…which is why so many people are trying to come here to live.  Yes, even from Mexico.

Teddy Roosevelt called comparison “the thief of joy.”  So, why is it human nature to want what someone else has? Their hair.  Talent.  Sense of humor.  Charisma.  Height.  Weight.  Self-discipline.  Marriage. Walk with the Lord.

 

The problem with too many comparisons is they aren’t based in reality.  If I’m feeling “less than” because my kids have colored the walls with each other’s blood or the laundry is piled on the living room floor or the smell of burnt spaghetti sauce lingers in the air, all the while comparing myself to my friend on Facebook with the perfectly decorated house whose kids are sitting upright on the couch, smiling and holding hands, I’m in trouble.

We risk exposing ourselves to either pride or low self-esteem when we compare ourselves to others, but there is a type of comparison that can move us toward good…toward God.  I know two Christian women whom I want to emulate.  By comparison, I fail.  They are gentle, kind, soft-spoken, non-judgmental and unselfish.  I need improvement in all five of those areas.  I learn from those ladies and admire them.  Romans 9:21 tells us that God is the potter; we are the clay. I love that He has molded these women with such a beautiful, generous faith.  They make me want to be a better person.  Still, they are not perfect. Romans 3:23 makes that clear.  All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.

When we are tempted to compare, we need only to look to Jesus, knowing that He is holy and good and we are not.  1 Peter 2:22 ESV tells us so: He (Jesus) committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth.  He is the only model we need to follow, so the next time we’re tempted to want what someone else has or to be like someone else, we need to change our focus to the One who is “more than.”  With that, we cannot fail.

 

Bourbon County, Government

Uniontown City Council Minutes of December 12

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The Regular Uniontown Council Meeting on December 12, 2023 at Uniontown City Hall, was called to order at 8:00PM, due to schedule conflict with school activity, by Mayor Jurgensen.  Council members present were Jess Ervin, Danea Esslinger (8:01), Josh Hartman, Amber Kelly, and Bradley Stewart.  Also in attendance for all or part of the meeting were City Treasurer Charlene Bolinger, City Superintendent Bobby Rich and City Clerk Sally Johnson.

 

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS

Mayor Jurgensen presented a plaque of appreciation to outgoing councilmember Josh Hartman

 

404 Washington repair followup – Mr O’Dell did not appear.  Exterior of structure is not completed but has been made safe and secure.  Exterior and interior work is continuing.

 

USD 235, Vance Eden – Mr Eden forgot after the music program.  He wanted to address the council about support for a proposed grant project to construct preschool/daycare classrooms, office spaces, and community space for fitness center and computer lab.

 

CITIZENS REQUEST

None

 

Motion by Ervin, Second by Hartman, Approved 5-0 to enter into executive session pursuant to non-elected personnel matters exception, KSA 4319(b)(1), in order to discuss performance and job duties of non-elected personnel, the open meeting to resume at 8:12PM

 

Meeting resumed at 8:12PM, no action taken.

 

FINANCIAL REPORT

Treasurer Bolinger present the November 2023 Treasurer’s Report.  Beginning Checking Account Balance for all funds was $393,424.49, Receipts $38,253.45, Transfers Out $3,026.00, Expenditures $184,870.35, Checking Account Closing Balance $243,781.59. Bank Statement Balance $252,410.86, including Checking Account Interest of $71.68, Outstanding Deposits $0, Outstanding Checks $8,629.27, Reconciled Balance $243,781.59.  Water Utilities Certificates of Deposit $33,562.47, Sewer Utilities Certificate of Deposit $20,047.08, Gas Utilities Certificates of Deposit $33,841.33, Total All Funds, including Certificates of Deposit $331,232.47. Year-to-Date Interest in Checking Acct is $869.87, and Utility CDs $1,049.90 for a Total Year-to-Date Interest of $1,919.77.  Also included the status of the Projects Checking Account for the month of November 2023, Beginning Balance $0, Receipts $0, Expenditures $0, Ending Balance $0.  November Transfers from Sewer Utility Fund to Sewer Revolving Loan $1,402.00; from Water Utility Fund to GO Water Bond & Interest $1,624.00; for Total Transfers of $3,026.00.  Net Loss for the month of November $149,642.90, Year-to-Date Net Loss $99,770.38.  Budget vs Actual Water Fund YTD Revenue $109,948.84 (90.0%), Expenditures $103,590.71 (64.7%); Sewer Fund YTD Revenue $33,931.68 (92.0%), Expenditures $27,021.56 (65.6%); Gas Fund YTD Revenue $120,906.83 (77.2%), Expenditures $120,058.49 (53.3%); General Fund YTD Revenue $170,695.62 (114.0%), Expenditures $142,559.66 (77.0%); and Special Highway YTD Revenue $8,152.71 (109.3%), Expenditures $8,841.12 (75.6%).  The December 2023 estimated payables to date in the amount of $69,435.50 were presented.

 

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion by Ervin, Second by Hartman, Approved 5-0, to approve Consent Agenda as amended:

  • Minutes of November 14, 2023 Regular Council Meeting and November 27, 2023 Special Meeting
  • Treasurer’s Report, Monthly Transaction Report & Accounts Payables

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

City Superintendent Rich reported a sewer issue at 100 Second St.  It is unsure whether the leaking line is the city’s or the property owners.  Council directed him to determine the ownership of the line and fix if it is the city’s line.

He reported that the labor for the water valve replacement is estimated at $4,720 and estimated to be 12 weeks out.

 

Motion by Hartman, Second by Ervin, Approved 4-0 to table labor for valve replacement until January meeting

 

Rich asked about a water meter replacement plan.  This will be put on the January agenda under new business.

 

Codes Enforcement Officer Coyan was not in attendance.  Johnson reported that Animal Control Officer is monitoring the dogs at large on Washington Street and taking appropriate action.

 

Clerk Johnson received a request for donation for SOS (Send Off Seniors) party.  Historically the city donates $100.

 

Motion by Kelly, Second by Ervin, Approved 5-0 to donate $100 to 2024 SOS Party

 

Johnson asked to not renew Zoom subscription.  It has been used twice in the last three years.  Council agreed to non-renew as we can always reactivate if needed.  She did receive a late notice for renewal of smoothwall and did get it paid and renewed.

She also gave an update from the December 5 KDHE public meeting on the Lead Service Line Inventory being required by EPA and KDHE.  KDHE does have grants available for assistance in getting accurate information for the inventory.  Midwest Assistance Program (MAP) also has technical assistance available.  She will be attending a MAP webinar in January.  Some of the testing processes are changing and the acceptable level will be reduced from 15ppb to 10ppb

She provided governing body with a resource pamphlet from League of Kansas Municipalities and asked to not comply with request for Economic Development Survey as city has not expended anything for economic development.  Clerk was directed to order a 2024 Governing Body Handbook for new councilmember.

Animal Control Officer Binford wanted to express her appreciation for the gift and council support.

Johnson also thanked the council for allowing her to be City Clerk.

 

COUNCIL REPORT

Councilman Ervin – nothing

Councilwoman Esslinger – nothing

Councilman Hartman – again conveyed his appreciation to other governing body members and city staff as his term is ending.

Councilwoman Kelly – nothing

Councilman Stewart – nothing

Mayor Jurgensen – nothing

 

OLD BUSINESS

Placemaking project – Blue Cross Blue Shield will present $10,000 grant check on December 18.  Contractor is planning to begin as soon as weather permits.

 

Pond Project – contractor has contoured bank and is waiting on County to deliver rock.  County rock crusher is broken down at this time.  Mayor Jurgensen has given KDWPT biologist Don George an update on progress and discussed with him the weeds growing in the riprap on the west side.  It is recommended to not spray with roundup or glyphosate.  Mr George would like to view the areas of weeds and make herbicide recommendation.

 

NEW BUSINESS

2024 CMB off premises renewal-Union Station –

 

Motion by Ervin, Second by Kelly, Approved 5-0 to renew Union Station’s CMB off premises license for 2024

 

Procurement Policy – after discussion, policy does not need changed.  The wording on the invitation for bid needs to state that bid opening will be (up to 10 days) before council meeting and will be awarded at council meeting.

 

Financial/Utility Software – Clerk Johnson contacted four companies for quotes – Tyler Technologies, one time fees $60,570, annual fees $20,645; MuniBilling, one time fees $2,390, annual fees $5,208; gWorks, one time fees $1,500, annual fee $2,030; and Edmunds, one time fees $10,000-12,000, annual fees $7,000.  She recommended gWorks as they have the lowest quote plus we already use gWorks desktop Utility Billing module.  There will be no onboarding/implementation cost for utility billing.  All quotes are for cloud-based software.

 

Motion by Ervin, Second by Hartman, Approved 5-0 to purchase gWorks Finance Hub and Utility Billing Hub cloud-based software

 

Employee Benefits-Health Insurance – Clerk Johnson presented the three options she found.  None can be used until we have an employee to insure.  Once an employee is hired, she recommends KMIT as the best option for long term health benefits.

 

Moved by Kelly, Second by Hartman, Approved 5-0, to adjourn at 9:59PM

Bourbon County, Government

Agenda for the Uniontown City Council on January 8 at 7 p.m.

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CALL TO ORDER AT ________ by _____________________________

ROLL CALL: 

___ Jess Ervin ___ Danea Esslinger ___ Amber Kelly ___ Mary Pemberton ___ Bradley Stewart

2023 Financials – December

01-24 Informational Items

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS

Oath of office for newly elected councilmembers

 

 

CITIZENS REQUESTS

 

 

FINANCIAL REPORT

Charlene Bolinger – Financial reports

 

APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Minutes of December 12, 2023 Regular Council Meeting
  2. Treasurers Report, Monthly Transaction Report & Accounts Payables
  3. Destruction of records for 2013 and prior
  4. Resolution 2024-0108-1 – 2024 GAAP Waiver

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

Superintendent:  Bobby Rich

Sewer issue at 100 Second St update

Sewer issue in alley between Hill and Clay

Water valve replacement update, labor cost estimate

 

Codes Enforcement: 

 

Clerk Report:  Sally Johnson  

New finance and utility billing software implementation

Kansas Department of Health and Environment Labs schedule of fees increase

 

COUNCIL & COMMITTEE REPORTS

Councilman Ervin –

Councilwoman Esslinger –

Councilman Kelly –

Councilwoman Pemberton –

Councilman Stewart–

Mayor Jurgensen –

 

OLD BUSINESS

Placemaking Project –

 

Pond Project –

 

NEW BUSINESS

Water Meter Replacement Plan –

 

ADJOURN Time ____________ Moved by ______________, 2nd ___________________, Approved ___________

Obituary

Obituary of Lavone Page

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Lavone Page, age 93, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at the Guest Home Estates in Ft. Scott.  She was born June 7, 1930, in Ft. Scott, the daughter of Roy B. Cox and Nellie C. Robinson Cox.

Lavone married Walter Tom Page on July 15, 1946, at Ft. Scott.  Lavon was a devoted wife and mother.  Once her children were all in school, Lavon worked for a time at Elmer’s Café and also cleaned house for Ft. Scott residents.  She later worked for the Kansas Gift Shop where one of her duties was making their famous fudge.  Lavone loved to travel, and she went on many trips with her family.  She made numerous trips throughout the United States and traveled to the United Kingdom and France.  Lavone enjoyed music.  She played the guitar and harmonica and later in life took piano lessons.  She regularly attended the Ft. Scott Jubilee and also attended other area music performances.  Lavone was a member of the Hiattville United Methodist Church.

 

Survivors include a daughter, Lois Brillhart (Dale) of Mapleton, Kansas and a son, Thomas Page (Jonna) of Mountain Home, Idaho; two daughters-in-law, Lynda Page and Beverly Page; eleven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.

Lavone was preceded in death by her husband, Walt, on March 24, 1999.  She was also preceded in death by two sons, Steven Page and Billy Page, a granddaughter, Sherrie Page; three brothers, Ed, Lee and George Cox and a sister, Dorothy Coleman.

 

Rev. Carl Ellis will conduct funeral services at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, January 10th at the Cheney Witt Chapel.

Burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 P.M. Tuesday at the Cheney Witt Chapel.

Memorials are suggested to the Hiattville United Methodist Church or to the Guest Home Estates Activity Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chpael, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701.  Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Business, Fort Scott

Local Sonic App Is Currently Not Functioning

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ANNOUNCEMENT FROM OUR LOCAL

FORT SCOTT SONIC DRIVE-IN

January 4, 2024

SONIC APP UPDATE

FORT SCOTT LOCATION

To our customers who we consider friends…

The Sonic app for the Fort Scott location

is currently down and we are working diligently

with the powers that be to rectify the issue.

It is not a fix that can be controlled locally.

We do not turn the app on and off at discretion.

The issue is technological and beyond our control.

We apologize for the inconvenience

and frustration this causes.

We are still OPEN for your favorite drinks,

burgers, fries, and ice cream treats!

A significant portion of our business operates

through the app and we greatly appreciate your

continued business during this time.

We will update you as soon as the app

for Sonic Fort Scott is available!

Thank you for your loyalty and business!

Click here for our website and menu!

John Horn, Jody Dell’ Antonia, and Team!

TO EXPRESS OUR APPRECIATION OF YOUR SUPPORT

WE ANNOUNCE 1/2 PRICE DRINKS

THE REMAINDER OF TODAY 1/4/24!

WE ARE OPEN UNTIL 10PM.

Thank you to our Chamber Champion members shown below!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Exercise, Fort Scott, Sports

New Website for Fort Scott Recreation Allows Registrations/Payments Online for Convenience

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The Fort Scott Recreation Center has a new website through RecDesk.
  “The benefit of the new website change is that it allows people to do anything they could from our front desk on their phone or computer at their convenience,” Lucas Kelley said. “This new website also allows for online registrations and payments. This will also help with late registrations… We just switched over to this website on December 26th.”
Kelley is the FSRC recreation director and the Buck Run Community Center Manager.
Buck Run Community Center is located at 735 Scott Avenue and can be contacted at 620.23.0386.
Lucas Kelley, submitted photo.

“People can access it by going to brcc.recdesk.com.,” he said. “Here they will be able to view all of our programs, facilities available to rent, fitness memberships, current league standings/schedules, a calendar of events, and a preview of our Facebook page.   We just switched over to this website on December 26th. When getting to the website users will have to create an account and add their household.”
Programs starting here shortly are: The Biggest Loser Weight Loss Challenge, Tiger Kids Cheer, Taekwondo Lessons, Soul Fusion/Adult Fitness Classes.
Buck Run Community Center, 735 Scott Avenue.