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Uniontown City Council Special Meeting Minutes of April 6

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The Special Council Meeting on April 6, 2023 at Uniontown City Hall, was called to order at 7:00PM by Mayor Jurgensen.  Council members present were Jess Ervin, Danea Esslinger, Josh Hartman, and Brad Stewart.  Also in attendance for all or part of the meeting were Jason Thompson and Josh Beck (Green Environmental Services), City Attorney Chase Vaughn, and City Clerk Sally Johnson.

 

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS

 

Motion by Ervin, Second by Hartman, Approved 4-0 to enter into executive session pursuant to KSA 75-4319-(b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of second parties to negotiate the citywide trash service contract, the open meeting to resume at 7:15 PM

 

Attorney Vaughn was called in at 7:03.

 

Motion by Ervin, Second by Hartman, Approved 4-0 to extend executive session pursuant to KSA 75-4319(b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of second parties to negotiate the citywide trash service contract with Attorney Vaughn still in attendance, the open meeting to resume at 7:30 PM

 

Jason Thompson and Josh Beck, Green Environmental Services, were called into meeting at 7:21.  Open meeting resumed at 7:30.

 

Motion by Stewart, Second by Esslinger, Approved 4-0 to rescind Ordinance No. 199 an ordinance establishing trash and physical waste service within the city limits of Uniontown, Kansas; exceptions, and no longer pursue citywide trash service

 

The public hearing scheduled for May 9 will not be held.

 

Moved by Hartman, Second by Ervin, Approved 4-0, to adjourn at 7:33PM

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Obituary of Donna Warehime

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Donna Lea Jacquinot Warehime, age 91, a resident of Stroud, Oklahoma died Monday, April 17, 2023 at the Stroud Health Care Center. Donna was born August 25, 1931 to Pete and Alta Herron Jacquinot in Greenbush, Kansas.

Donna met and married Dorwin R. Hall in 1951 at Fort Scott, Kansas. To this union six children were born. Dorwin preceded her in death in 1979. She later married Donald Greenfeather, he preceded her in death in 1992. She then married Ivan Warehime in 1997, he preceded her in death in 2001.

Donna was a wonderful loving wife, mother, sister, granny, nanny, and friend to countless loved ones. During her lifetime Donna sold real estate, owned a very successful business and raised six amazing children, Gary, Debbie, Randy, Robin, Troy, and Roger.

Donna loved to dance and have a goodtime, she never met a stranger and loved with all that she was. She lived in many places and had a wanderers heart. At one point she bought and remodeled many houses in Columbus, Kansas. Donna loved to take trips, especially to Las Vegas. She loved her slot machines and went to play whenever she had the chance. Donna was well loved and will be terribly missed in this world, by all that loved her. She has left an enormous void. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Stroud Health Care Center for their love and devotion, and Traditions Hospice for their loving care at the end.

Donna is survived by her children, daughters, Debbie Nash (Dale) Waxahachie, Texas, Robin Cox (Kevin) Collinsville, Oklahoma, sons Randy Hall (Kathleen) Grove, Oklahoma, and Roger Hall (Becky) Bristow, Oklahoma; 18 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, 18 great-great-grandchildren, 3 grand fur babies, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

She was preceded in death by three husbands, Dorwin Hall, Don Greenfeather, and Ivan Warehime; two sons, Gary and Troy Hall; her parents; two sisters, Margina Harris and Pat Hawkins, and a brother, Peter “Bud” Jacquinot.

Cremation was performed. A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Centerville Cemetery, Fort Scott, Kansas.

A casual visitation and dinner will proceed following the graveside service at the Carriage House in Fort Scott, Ks located at 301 S. Main. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com

Bourbon County, Government

Bourbon County Commission Agenda for April 20

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Bourbon County Courthouse

210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800

Fax: 620-223-5832

Bourbon County, Kansas

Nelson Blythe

1st District Commissioner

Jim Harris, Chairman

2nd District Commissioner

Clifton Beth

3rd District Commissioner

 

 

Bourbon County Commission Agenda 1st Floor County Courthouse

210 S National Avenue

April 20, 2023, 9:00 AM

  1. Call Meeting to Order
  2. Flag Salute and Prayer
  • Consent Agenda
    1. Approval of Minutes from 4/13/2023
    2. Approval of Payroll $321,317.83
    3. Approval of Accounts Payable $344,124.74
  1. Executive Session KSA 75-4319(b)(1)
  2. Department Updates
    1. Eric Bailey, Public Works Director
    2. Don George-Elm Creek Grant
    3. Susan Bancroft, CFO-2024 Budget & Financials
    4. Lora Holdridge- End of Year Billing
  3. Matthew Wells-Farmer’s Market Pavilion
  • Public Comments
  • Commission Comments
  1. Meeting Adjourn

Executive Session Justifications:

 

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 the security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting

would jeopardize such security measures.

 

Obituary

Death Notice of Jon Farrell

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Jon L. Farrell, 57, resident of Fort Scott, passed away Thursday evening, April 13, 2023, at Overland Park Regional Medical Center as a result of multiple medical complications.

 

Following cremation, the family will hold private services at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s School and may be left in the care of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home, 15 W. Wall Street, P.O. Box 309, Fort Scott, Kansas, 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at konantz-cheney.com.

 

Art, Bourbon County, Gordon Parks Museum

The Gordon Parks Museum Photo Contest

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MERL HUMPHREY PHOTOGRAPHY PRESENTS
The 2023 Gordon Parks Museum
Photo Contest


(Open to any non-professional photographer)


THEME:“Family, Home and Roots”
This photo contest is inspired by Gordon Parks and his love for his family and upbringing. This is open to any amateur photographer. Photographers are invited to capture the essence of the theme.


Who can participate?
Amateur (nonprofessional) photographers of all ages and skill levels are invited to take pictures for the project.


How many photos can I enter? No more than 2.


Are there prizes?
Yes! There will be a first place ($100), second place ($75) and third place ($50) prize and up to five honorable
mentions. Winners will be announced at the Gordon Parks Celebration.

All photos submitted that are accepted, will be on exhibit during the 20th annual Gordon Parks Celebration on Oct. 5 – 7, 2023. All accepted photos will also be posted on the Gordon Parks Website and Facebook page.


How do I submit?
Photographs must be submitted via e-mail to [email protected]. All photos must be in JPEG format and limit file size to less than 2 MB. Photographers should submit attached photo in JPEG format, with
the title, their name, address, email, and phone number. If under 14 years old please include parent’s information.


When do I have to submit my entries?
Photos should be received via email by Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at the latest.


Anything else I need to know?
The Gordon Parks Museum reserves the right to not accept or display any submitted photo(s) that would be considered to be
obscene, violent or in any other way objectionable or inappropriate and/or that do not hold to the standards of FSCC policy or the
mission of the Gordon Parks Museum.

It is the photographer’s responsibility to make sure they have permission to take and use the photograph subject’s image.

By entering the contest, you retain the rights to your works while granting The Gordon Parks Museum the unrestricted, royalty-free, perpetual right to use, reproduce, communicate modify and display the works (in whole or in part) for any purpose without any fee or other form of compensation, and without further notification or permission.

By participating in this contest, you release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Gordon Parks Museum and its employees, directors, officers, affiliates, agents, judges and advertising and promotional agencies from any and all damages, injuries, claims, causes of actions, or losses of any kind resulting from your participation in this contest or receipt or use of any prize.


Sponsored by Merl Humphrey Photography
5 N. Main St., Fort Scott, KS
Questions? Email [email protected] Or call 223-2700, ext. 5850

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Obituary of Timothy Stuart

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Timothy Duane Stuart, age 62, a resident of rural Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away Monday, April 17, 2023, at his home.  He was born March 12, 1961, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Verlin Wayne Stuart and Katherine Regina Diibon Stuart.  Tim first married Connie Powell on November 6, 1980.  Together they had a son, Scott.  They were later divorced.  In 1988, Tim was united in marriage to Sandra M. Gale and to this union were born four children, Heather, Michael, Timothy and Amber.  Prior to becoming disabled, Tim worked as a welder.  Favorite times were spent camping and fishing with family and friends.  In earlier years, Tim attended the Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Ft. Scott.

 

Survivors include his children, Scott Stuart, Heather Stuart, Michael Ray Vincent Stuart, Timothy Duane Stuart, Amber Hatfield and Nathaniel Stuart.  Also surviving are a sister, Michelle Sharp and nieces and nephews, Gregory, Joshua, Justin and Tyler Sharp, Brent Brown and Jennifer Stafford as well as several great-nieces and great-nephews.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Denise Ivison.

 

There was cremation.  A private family graveside service will be held at a later date at the St. Mary’s Cemetery in Ft. Scott, Kansas.  Arrangements were under the direction of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, Kansas.  Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

LAST CALL for Sponsorships, Reservations, and Donations!

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LAST CALL for Sponsorships, Reservations, and Donations! Get them in before 5pm, TODAY, April 18th!

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JOIN US FOR THE

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration!

See below for reservation info. and various ways you may participate!
Thursday, April 20th

River Room Event Center

3 W. Oak Street

RSVP by 4.14.2023
Social & Silent Auction

5:30pm

Dinner, Awards, & Live Auction

6:30pm
CLICK TO RSVP

Ways you can participate in the Chamber’s

Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration:

* Make your dinner reservation and/or confirm sponsorship by April 14th.

* Click to email us if your business/organization would like to decorate a table for fun advertising & promotion.

* Click to email us if your business/organization would like to donate a silent or live auction item for advertising & promotion.
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Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Kansas

KDOT to replace bridge on U.S. 69

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The week of May 1 the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) expects to start a project to replace the First Cow Creek drainage bridge on the southbound lanes of U.S. 69 in Crawford County. The bridge is 2¼ miles north of the U.S. 69/69A junction at Frontenac.

 

Traffic will be carried through construction on a temporary crossover to the northbound lanes. The speed limit will be reduced to 45 miles per hour and a vehicle width restriction of 12 feet will be in effect. Weather permitting, the new bridge is expected to be open in late 2023.

 

KDOT awarded the construction contract of $1.7 million to Mission Construction Company, Inc., St. Paul, Kansas. Check KDOT’s updated traveler information website, www.Kandrive.org, for more highway condition and construction details. Persons with questions may contact Doug Pulliam at KDOT-Pittsburg, (620) 235-9523, or Public Affairs Manager Priscilla Petersen at (620) 902-6433.

 

 

 

Government

Legislative Update by State Senator Caryn Tyson

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Caryn Tyson

 

April 14, 2023

 

Fake News Politics strikes a sorrowful note when politicians lie to further their own ambitions.   It not only happens in Washington but also in Kansas.  Disappointingly, a State Representative, who is a veteran, put out fake news about me.  He said that I single-handedly blocked a property tax exemption for disabled veterans.  He knows he is wrong.  First, as Chairman of the Senate Tax Committee, I have fought diligently for our veterans and military to increase their benefits in Kansas.  I was the leader who worked with other legislators (nothing happens in Topeka with only one person) creating a property tax freeze for disabled veterans and low-income seniors last year.  I also have led the effort this year in expanding qualifications for the program.  The results of the expansion are in Conference Committee Report (CCR) 8.  Hopefully it will become law.  I also proposed a 100% increase on the income tax personal exemption for disabled veterans.  It was signed into law last year for 100% disabled veterans.  The Representative who is spreading Fake News, needs to accept the facts.  Now, he is trying to take credit for the property-tax freeze (it originated in the Senate, not the House) and for a Constitutional Amendment that I introduced and got passed in the Senate (again, working with others), SCR 1611.  It will limit property valuation increases for EVERYONE to a maximum of 4% each year with a few exceptions.  Hopefully it will pass the House, then voters can decide.

 

The property tax exemption for disabled veterans, House Bill (HB) 2036, didn’t pass the House until the last day of session and wasn’t assigned to the Senate Tax Committee until days after standing committee meetings had ended for this session.  If this was such a priority for the Representative, why did he wait until the clock ran out?  As for me blocking HB 2036, the words of the Vice-Chairman of the Senate Tax Committee stated the facts,  “Someone has given you bad information. Chairman Tyson offered to accept HB 2036, but the House turned down the offer. I was in the room when the offer was made and rejected. Just thought I should set the record straight.”

 

Born-Alive Infant Protection Act, HB 2313, was vetoed by the Governor.  The legislation would make it a crime to let a baby die that was born alive during an abortion or attempted abortion.  The bill passed by supermajority in both chambers.  There will be a veto override attempt that should pass if no legislators change their position.  I voted for the legislation and will vote for the override.

 

Firearms Safety and Training in Schools, HB 2304, was also vetoed by the Governor.  The bill providing schools an option for firearms safety classes passed the Senate with enough votes for  a veto override.  The House was a few votes short.  Hopefully, they can find the votes so the bill will become law.  I voted for HB 2304 and will vote for the motion to override.

 

Fairness in Women’s Sports, HB 2238, was vetoed by the Governor for the third year in a row.  The results didn’t end the same this year because the legislature had 2/3 majority to override the veto, and did so.  A supermajority of legislators understand that fairness in women’s sports only include biological women competing against each other.  I voted for the bill and for the veto override.

 

It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your 12th District State Senator.

Caryn