BOURBON COUNTY,
KANSAS
Bourbon County Commission Agenda
Bourbon County Commission Chambers, 210 S National Ave.
September 08, 2025, 5:30 PM
I. Call Meeting to Order
• Roll Call
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Prayer
II. Discussion of meeting limits-Beerbower
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Approval of Minutes 08/25/25 & 08/29/25
V. Consent Agenda
• Approval of 09.05.25Accounts Payable Totaling $308,641.44
• Approval of 09.05.25 Payroll Totaling $326,473.16
VI. Lora Holdridge-Budget Question
VII. Executive Session: Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected
personnel to protect their privacy. Tran
VIII. Public Comments for Items Not on The Agenda
IX. Old Business
• Mapleton Road – Beerbower
• Phone System -Beerbower
• Software program – Beerbower
• Stronghold
• FSACF Grant – Beerbower
• Security Camera’s – Beerbower
• Craw-Kan
• Elm Creek Quarry
• Freeman Agreement
X. New Business
• North Crawford St. – Beerbower
• Eagle Road – Beerbower
• 95th Street South of Unique – ROD & Security 1st
• Opioid Settlement
• Planning Commission Selection Process
• Agenda-Clerk
XI. Commission Comments
XII. Adjournment _____________
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS – FORM OF MOTION
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body of agency which would be deemed
privileged in the attorney-client relationship
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(3) to discuss matters relating to employer/employee negotiations whether or not in
consultation with the representatives of the body or agency
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations,
partnerships, trust, and individual proprietorships
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(6) for the preliminary discussion of acquisition of real estate
____ Pursuant to 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
The subject to be discussed during executive session: ________________________________________
State persons to attend
Open session will resume at _____ A.M./P.M. in the commission chambers.
Category Archives: Bourbon County
Hope Into Action Summit Cancelled
Agenda Packet for the Uniontown City Council on Sept. 9
The Uniontown City Council agenda for Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. at City Hall
ROLL CALL: ___ Jess Ervin ___ Amber Kelly ___ Mary Pemberton ___ Savannah Pritchett
___ Bradley Stewart
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS
Appoint city clerk and administer oath of office.
CITIZENS REQUESTS
FINANCIAL REPORT
Sally Johnson – Financial reports
APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA
- Minutes of August 12, 2025- 2026 Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting and August 14, 2025 Special Meeting
- August Treasurers Report, Monthly Transaction Report & September Accounts Payables
- Resolution 2025-0909-01 waiving the requirements of K.S.A. 75-1120a(a)
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Codes Enforcement: Doug Coyan
Superintendent: Bobby Rich
Park Food Truck Outlets
Clerk Report:
Possible office hour changes
COUNCIL & COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilman Ervin –
Councilman Kelly –
Councilwoman Pemberton –
Councilwoman Pritchett –
Councilman Stewart–
Mayor Jurgensen –
OLD BUSINESS
SEED Grant –
FEMA Flooding–
NEW BUSINESS
Motion by _____________, Second by __________, Approved ______, to enter into executive session pursuant to non-elected personnel exception, KSA 75-4319(b)(1), in order to discuss performance of non-elected personnel, the open meeting to resume at ____________.
ADJOURN Time ____________ Moved by ______________, 2nd ___________________, Approved ___________
Res 2025-0909-01 Audit Waiver for 2025
Bourbon County Receives $1M For Bridge Project on Jayhawk Rd.
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Bourbon County Coalition Meets on Sept. 3
The next Bourbon County Coalition General Membership meeting will be this Wednesday, September 3rd at 1:00 p.m. in the Conference room at the Scottview Apartments, 315 S. Scott Ave.
Bourbon County Inter-Agency Coalition
General Membership Meeting Agenda
September 3, 2025 1:00 PM
Scottview Conference Room
315 S. Scott Ave
- Welcome:
- Member Introductions and Announcements:
- Program: Kansas Renewal Institute
- Open Forum:
- Adjournment: The next General Membership meeting will be October 1, 2025.
Old Settler’s Picnic Parade 2025: Remembering the Past, Planning the Future
The 120th Old Settlers’ Picnic festivities in Uniontown culminated with the parade on September 1.
Rain threatened, but did not happen for this annual picnic, which was much appreciated by participants.
Vendors lined the sidewalk in the town’s square, and children and their loved ones lined the streets waiting for the anticipated candy that is traditionally thrown to viewers of the parade.
The theme this year was Remembering the Past-Planning the Future.
The parade grand marshals were the Bill and Doris George family, with four generations on the haywagon, representing the legacy of this local farm family.
Other activities from August 29 to September 1 included a street dance, a 5K run/walk, a kids’ fishing derby, rodeos, a community church service, a car show, a baby contest, and numerous games and prizes, along with the annual recognitions.
Starlite Family Community Education August 2025 Minutes.
The August meeting of Starlite FCE was held at the Presbyterian Village meeting room. Vice President Joyce Allen called the meeting to order and led the Club in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect. Seven members and one guest were in attendance. The members reported that they had volunteered 118 hours and had recycled 955 lbs.
Joyce announced that Glenda Miller’s birthday is this month.
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Deb Lust presented the Treasurer’s report. She announced that the Club had received first place at the Fair on their scarecrow and second place on their hay bale. Terri Williams moved the treasurers’ report be approved, Deb Lust seconded the motion, motion carried. Karen Peery gave the Council report. She announced that Angela Carpenter had agree to be on the Bourbon County Council. Karen also reported that the Fall Follies will be held October 27th at 6:00 p.m. at the First Southern Baptist Church. Lori Nelson will be presenting the program on Christmas Traditions. Our club will be responsible for soups and cheese and crackers. Claudia Wheeler and Terri Williams volunteered to bring soup and Angela Carpenter, Deb Lust, Joyce Allen and Karen Peery will be bringing cheese and crackers. Karen also announced that the fall workshop will be held in Parsons on November 6th and that we are responsible to bring breakfast items. Next years membership forms were passed out and need to be brought back to the September meeting.
Old business consisted of having a Bake less bake sale. It was decided to do that in September.
Under new business it was announced that Karen Peery was willing to take over as treasurer and Angela Carpenter volunteered to be in charge of the Best Choice receipts for the club. Joyce asked for volunteers to bring cookies to the first responders September 11. Deb lust will be taking cookies to the Dispatchers. Claudia Wheeler the Fire Department, Joyce Allen the Sherriff Department, Karen Peery the EMT’s and Terri Williams the Police Department.
Karen Peery presented the lesson on Trustworthiness. Refreshment of Chocolate Delight, fruit and water was provided by Angela Carpenter and Karen Peery and enjoyed by all.
Prepared by
Terri Williams
Back to the Land: Traditions & Innovations in Small-Scale Farming
Fort Scott, KS – The Southwind Extension District invites the public to attend Back to the Land: Traditions & Innovations in Small-Scale Farming, a free educational series designed for anyone interested in homesteading or small-scale agriculture. The program begins Wednesday, October 1st, and continues weekly through December 10th at the Fort Scott Community College Ag Building, with one special session at the Bourbon County Fairgrounds on December 10th.
This hands-on series, led by Southwind Extension District agents and Kansas State University specialists, will explore practical topics to help participants build knowledge and confidence in self-reliant living, farming, and food production.
Session topics include:
- October 1 – Plot Perfect: Garden Planning for Abundant Harvests
- October 8 – Pests, Predators, and Protection
- October 15 – Backyard to Barnyard: Small Farm Poultry Essentials
- October 29 – Deep Roots: Soil and Forage Strategies for Resilient Farms
- November 5 – Homestead Herds: Practical Livestock for Everyday Farmers
- November 12 – Pantry Power: Food Preservation for Self-Reliant Living
- December 10 – Harvest and Butcher: A Whitetail Processing Program (Bourbon County Fairgrounds)
All sessions begin at 6:00 p.m. and are free to attend.
“This series is designed for anyone from beginners to those needing a refresher on certain topics,” said Hunter Nickell, Livestock Production Agent. “Whether you want to grow more food, care for livestock, or preserve your harvest, you’ll walk away with practical skills you can put to use right away.”
To register or RSVP for meal count, call 620-223-3720.
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer, dedicated to serving Kansans through research-based education, resources, and support for agriculture, families, and communities.
Bourbon County Special Meeting is August 29
BOURBON COUNTY,
KANSAS
Bourbon County Special Meeting Agenda
Bourbon County Commission Chambers, 210 S National Ave.
August 29, 2025, 4:00 PM
I. Call Meeting to Order
• Roll Call
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Prayer
II. Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect
their privacy
III. Budget Discussion-Publication date will be September 3rd for a Budget Hearing Date on 9/15/25
IV. Freeman Agreement
V. Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect
their privacy
VI. Technology Discussion
VII. Payment Invoice
VIII. Adjournment
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS – FORM OF MOTION
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body of agency which would be deemed
privileged in the attorney-client relationship
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(3) to discuss matters relating to employer/employee negotiations whether or not in
consultation with the representatives of the body or agency
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations,
partnerships, trust, and individual proprietorships
____ Pursuant to KSA 75-4319 (b)(6) for the preliminary discussion of acquisition of real estate
____ Pursuant to 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
The subject to be discussed during executive session: ________________________________________
State persons to attend
Open session will resume at _____ A.M./P.M. in the commission chambers.
Revised Bourbon County Commission Meeting, August 28
County Commissioners to Attend Republican Meeting This Evening
There may be two or more Bourbon County Commissioners attending the Republican Party meeting tonight at 6:00 p.m., located at Uniontown City Hall.
No county business will be conducted.
submitted by:
Selena Williams
Deputy Clerk
August 25 Bourbon County Meeting Stronghold Discussion
County Commissioner Samuel Tran asked Chris Martin from Linn County to speak about the new radio system choices the county has and what’s associated with changing over to a new system. Martin has been with Linn County since 2009, starting as a sheriff’s deputy, he became IT director in 2015 and has managed the sheriff’s office radios since 2013 and the whole county’s radios since 2015.
He said that Linn is smaller than Bourbon County but has similar terrain to deal with when choosing a radio system. He pointed out that there is a big difference between frequencies and technologies and all digital modes have issues. Bourbon County is currently on a DMR system with two channels on one frequency.
Sheriff Bill Martin said that the current plan is to hire TUSA Consulting Services to do a study and make recommendations for a radio system to a collection of first responder leaders in Bourbon County. TUSA will then collect bids for equipment and services that meet their recommendations for Bourbon County.
One reason for the change over to a new system, in addition to fixing the issues with the current system is that the county must begin working towards encryption per new FBI regulations.
Stronghold Discussion
Stronghold Technologies representatives came to the meeting to discuss the scope of work from their recent assessment of the county’s technology.
Among other issues, they addressed the county’s firewall, the need for new VLANS, cleaning up the user accounts, and organizing the wire and fiber within the county.
The report says that the county’s firewall is a very good one but needs to be reconfigured for best use. The county’s internet system also needs segmentation and dedicated lanes for information transfer. Stronghold would like to install new VLANS, but not new servers at this time, as well as create a plan for replacing hardware as it becomes outdated.
Organizing the wire and fiber by tracing and labeling will reduce the time taken to troubleshoot when issues arise. The goal is to create documentation and a complete map of the Bourbon County network, laying the foundation for their infrastructure.
Another goal in their scope of work is to eliminate the congestion in communicating with the Sheriff’s department.
They also proposed checking the current phone system for correct configuration.