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FSCC Trustees Agenda For August 29

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August 29, 2022
Board of Trustees
Fort Scott Community College
2108 S. Horton
Fort Scott, KS 66701
The Board of Trustees of Fort Scott Community College will meet in regular session on Monday,
August 29, 2022. The meeting will be held in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall at Fort Scott
Community College.
4:30 p.m. Budget Worksession at 4:30 followed by dinner in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall at
Regular board meeting begins at 5:30 p.m.
THE AGENDA
4:30 BUDGET WORKSESSION
5:00 DINNER
5:30 ROLL CALL, 3
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
BUDGET HEARING, 5
A. Comments from the Board, 5
B. Comments from the Public, 5
C. Approval of Budget Revenue Neutral Rate, 5
D. Review and Adoption of the 2022-23 Year Budget, 5
CALL TO ORDER, 6
A. Comments from the Chair, 6
B. Comments from the Public, 6
C. Strategic Plan Update, 6
CONSENT AGENDA, 7
A. Approval of Agenda, 7
B. Approval of Minutes of previous Regular Board Meeting conducted on July 18, 2022, 8
C. Approval of Treasurer’s Report, Bills, and Claims, 10
D. Approval of Personnel Actions, 7
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS, 64
A. Consideration of Legacy Football Request, 64
B. Approval of Agreement with FSCAPE, 65
C. Approval of 15 Passenger Van Lease Renewal, 66
D. Consideration of STARS Welding Equipment Bids, 73
E. Approval of Bailey Hall Furniture Purchase, 75
F. Approval of Fire Alarm System Service Contract Renewal, 86
G. Consideration of Cafeteria Remodel Bids, 881

ITEMS FOR REVIEW, 92
REPORTS, 95
A. Administrative Updates, 95
EXECUTIVE SESSION, 102
ADJOURNMENT, 1032

UPCOMING CALENDAR DATES:
• August 29, 2022: Board Meeting
• September 5, 2022: Labor Day, Campus Closed
• September 19, 2022: Board Meeting
• October 17, 2022: Board Meeting
• October 29, 2022: President’s Cup Foundation Golf Tournament
• November 21, 2022: Board Meeting
• November 23-25, 2022: Thanksgiving Break, Campus Closed
• December 12, 2022: Board Meeting
• December 15, 2022 – January 4, 2023: Christmas Break, Campus Closed
• January 16, 2023: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Campus Closed
• January 23, 2023: Board Meeting
• February 20, 2023: Board Meeting
• March 13 – 17, 2023: Spring Break, Campus Closed
• March 20, 2023: Board Meeting
• March 24, 2023: Aggie Day
• April 7, 2023: Good Friday, Campus Closed
• April 17, 2023: Board Meeting
• May 13, 2023: Graduation
• May 15, 2023: Board Meeting
• June 19, 2023: Board Meeting
Sincerely,
John Bartelsmeyer, Chair
Alysia Johnston, President
FSCC’s vision for the future is to support “Students First, Community Always” through a
central focus on teaching and learning; advancing strong, innovative programs and
departments; maximizing and leveraging opportunities; initiating efficient and effective
processes; and developing the region’s workforce.3

ROLL CALL
_____ John Bartelsmeyer
_____ Jim Fewins
_____ Dave Elliott
_____ Kirk Hart
_____ Bryan Holt
_____ Robert Nelson

BUDGET HEARING
A. COMMENTS FROM THE BOARD
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
C. APPROVAL OF BUDGET REVENUE NEUTRAL RATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Revenue Neutral Rate for Fort Scott Community College was calculated as 28.079
mills by the Bourbon County Clerk; and
WHEREAS, the budget proposed by the Governing Body of Fort Scott Community College will
require the levy of a property tax rate exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate; and
WHEREAS, the Governing Body held a hearing on August 29, 2022 allowing all interested
taxpayers desiring to be heard an opportunity to give oral testimony; and
WHEREAS, the Governing Body of Fort Scott Community College, having heard testimony, still
finds it necessary to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY
COLLEGE:
Fort Scott Community College shall levy a property tax rate exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate of
29.288 mills.
This resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its adoption and shall remain in
effect until future action is taken by the Governing Body.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the Board approve the Revenue Neutral Rate resolution as
stated above.
BOARD ACTION: MOTION _____ SECOND _____ VOTE _____
DISCUSSION:
VOTE: Bartelsmeyer Elliott Fewins
Hart Holt Nelson
D. REVIEW AND ADOPTION OF THE 2022-23 YEAR BUDGET
Recommendation: Administration recommends that the Board approve the 2022-23 budget as
presented.
BOARD ACTION: MOTION _____ SECOND _____ VOTE _____
DISCUSSION:
VOTE: Bartelsmeyer Elliott Fewins
Hart Holt Nelson5

CALL TO ORDER
(regular monthly meeting)
A. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
C. STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE6

CONSENT AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
1) Attached are the minutes of the Board Training and Regular Board Meeting
conducted on July 18, 2022.
C. APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT, BILLS and CLAIMS
Attached are the Treasurer’s Report and the Bills and Claims Report.
D. APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTIONS
1) Additions
a) Shane Kern, STARS Welding Instructor, effective August 22, 2022
b) Jared Dorsey, Digital Content Specialist, effective August 29, 2022
2) Separations
a) Jeffrey Sawyer, Assistant Rodeo Coach, effective August 22, 2022
b) Amanda Johns, Iowa MEP Regional Recruiter, effective August 31, 2022
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Consent Agenda items be approved as
presented.
BOARD ACTION: MOTION _____ SECOND _____ VOTE _____
DISCUSSION:
VOTE: Bartelsmeyer Elliott Fewins
Hart Holt Nelson

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Chamber Coffee at Bo Co REDI on August 25

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Join us for Chamber Coffee
hosted by
Bourbon County REDI
(Regional Economic Development, Inc.)
Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 8am
At their office located on the second floor of
Landmark National Bank, 200 S. Main St.
Please enter through east door and take the
stairs or elevator to the upper level.
Join us for Chamber Coffee
hosted by
Bourbon County REDI
(Regional Economic Development, Inc.)
Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 8am
At their office located on the second floor of
Landmark National Bank, 200 S. Main St.
Please enter through east door and take the
stairs or elevator to the upper level.
Click here for their Facebook page.
Click here for their website.
Director Rob Harrington, along with the REDI team of Jackson Tough, Director of Tourism, Emily Diebolt, Grants Manager, and Suzette Torres, Marketing and Programming Assistant and the Board of Trustees look forward to hosting everyone and providing updates on the work of the organization.
HAVE YOU TAKEN THE HOUSING SURVEY YET?
IF NOT CLICK HERE FOR THE BRIEF SURVEY.
THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER CHAMPION MEMBERS BELOW!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
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Local Job Fair August 31at the FSCC Ellis Center

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JOB FAIR
FORT SCOTT – BOURBON COUNTY
NEXT WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31ST
10AM-2PM
ELLIS FINE ARTS CENTER ON THE CAMPUS OF
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
2108 S. HORTON ST.
Employers registered so far include the following,
any employers wanting to register may click here:
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM)
Ascension Via Christi
Crossland Construction
Heartland Behavioral Health
Kansas Department of Transportation
Labconco
MyShift
Nevada Regional Medical Center
Niece Products
Peerless Products
Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center
USD-234 School District
Valu Merchandisers Company
Ward-Kraft, Inc.
Positions Available
Thank you to the employers below who have registered to have a booth at the Job Fair! Any other employers wanting to attend may click here!
THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER CHAMPION MEMBERS!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
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Friday Night Free Concert: David Prickett

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Ralph Carlson introduces the Friday Night Concert musicians May 2019.

This week’s Friday Night Concert will be presented by David Prickett of Deerfield, Mo.  The vocal and guitar performance will feature a variety of familiar gospel favorites and favorite country classics.

 

“Since his first performance in 1962 in Fort Wainwright, Alaska, at the All-Army Talent Show, Prickett is no stranger to the music stage. He later moved to Texarkana where he had several bands and then eventually began doing solo gigs. After returning to Alaska, he and his wife Midge moved to Deerfield in 2005. Prickett has played Good Ol’ Days, Bushwacker Days, churches, healthcare facilities, our Friday night concerts, and many other events,” concert series organizer Ralph Carlson said. “Come out and join us for a fun night to enjoy great music with friends. We’re pleased to welcome David Prickett back to the park pavilion.“

 

The one-hour concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Heritage Park Pavilion at First and Main streets. The shows, sponsored by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce, are free and open to the public. Dave Oas and Jim Butler provide the sound each week. Due to limited seating, attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.

 

In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to the Common Ground Coffee Co., 12 E. Wall Street.

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott August 19 Newsletter

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott!

August 19th Weekly Newsletter

Get the school year started off in Fort Scott…

share with your friends & family!

UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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TROLLEY TOURS,

ON THE HOUR FROM THE CHAMBER!

Friday 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Saturday 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

$6 adults, $4 children 12 & under

50-minute narrated tour of Historic Fort Scott!

Fort Scott National Historic Site

Daily Tours: 10am & 1pm

8/19 ~ Retirement Reception for Ann Stark of Atkins Insurance Agency, 3 E. Wall St., 2-4pm

8/19 ~ Friday Night Concert in the Park, featuring Rick Hite, 7-8pm, Heritage Park Pavilion, 1st and Main, bring a lawn chair due to limited seating.

8/20 ~ Splashpad Golf Tournament, 8am, click here for more info.

8/20 ~ Dragoon Charge for Wreaths Across America, click here for info.

8/20-21 ~ Heartland Showcase Boer Goat Show & Sale, Bourbon County Fairgrounds, see flyer below.

8/25 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Bourbon County REDI (Regional Economic Development Inc.) , 8am, 200 S. Main, please enter through east door and go upstairs, elevator available

8/26 ~ FSHS Football Jamboree, click here for more info.

8/31 ~ The 2022 Grant Cycle for the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation is now open through August 31st! If you are affiliated with a qualifying 501c3 organization, consider applying!

The process is all online this year:  https://fsacf.com/nonprofits/grants/

8/31 ~ Bourbon County Job Fair, hosted by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce and Southeast KANSASWORKS, INC., 10am-2pm, Employers can click here to register a booth.

9/1 ~ Chamber Coffee, Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting, hosted by Perry’s Pork Rinds & Country Store, 8am, 702 Pine Street, Bronson, Kansas

9/2-9/5 ~ Uniontown Old Settlers Picnic, click here for details!

9/5 ~ FSCC Free Basketball Clinic by FSCC Men’s Basketball, click here for flyer.

9/5 ~ Dale Jackson Memorial Car Show, 11am to 1pm, Uniontown, click here for more info.

9/9-9/10 ~ Fall Town-wide Garage Sale

9/10 ~ Golf Tournament for Tri-Valley Developmental Services

9/17-9/18 ~ Marmaton Massacre Mountain Bike Festival in Gunn Park, click here for flyer.

9/17-9/18 ~ 4×4 Mud Run, click here for flyer.

SAVE THE DATE:

9/23-9/25 ~ 6th Annual Doug Hazelbaker Memorial Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Breakaway & Dummy Roping

9/24 ~ FortFest, 4-band music festival, see flyer below.

10/1 ~ Michael Jeffers Memorial Bullriding

10/5 ~ Dare to Dream Women’s Entrepreneurship Event

10/6-10/8 ~ The 19th Annual Gordon Parks Celebration, click here for more info.

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SHOPPING ~ SUPPORT LOCAL!

Boutiques-Antiques-Flea Markets & more!

Click here for Chamber member

specialty shopping & other retail in

Downtown & other areas of the community.
Fort Scott Area
Chamber of Commerce
620-223-3566
In This Issue
Chamber Highlights
Click here for our
Membership Directory.
We THANK our members for their support! Interested in joining the Chamber?
Click here for info.
Thinking of doing business in or relocating to Fort Scott?
Contact us for a relocation packet, information on grants & incentives, and more!
Seeking a job/career?
We post a Job of the Day daily on our Facebook page, distribute a monthly job openings flyer, and post jobs on our website.
Many opportunities available!
Housing needs?
Click here for a listing of our Chamber member realtors.
Click here for our rental listing.

The Heartland Showcase National Boer Goat Sale and Show will be happening at the Fairgrounds this weekend. Increased traffic around the fairgrounds, Friday – Sunday.
Housing Survey NOW ACTIVE for Bourbon County
Click graphic below or here to take survey!
Your response is valuable and needed!

Join in on the fun at the Marmaton Massacre event!

FORT SCOTT 4X4 MUD RUN ~ COME OUT AND ENJOY THE SHOW!
Splashpad Golf Tournament Fundraiser at Woodland Hills Enter your team today!

Job Fair being hosted by the Chamber Wed., August 31st!

Employers can click here to register for a booth!
ST. MARY’S TRASH BAGS ON SALE THRU 9/6
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATION OPEN THRU AUGUST 31ST ~ APPLY TODAY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFYING 501C3!
Application process is online only this year,
click graphic below for the website.

Don’t miss out on FortFest2022, Sepetember 24th!
FORT CINEMA SHOW SCHEDULE THIS WEEKEND
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Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Coffee hosted by Museum of Creativity on August 18

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The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to a Chamber Coffee hosted by Museum of Creativity, Thursday, August 18th at 8 a.m. located at 102 S. National Ave.  Coffee, refreshments, juice, and snacks will be served, and attendees may register to win a special drawing.

Chamber members and guests are invited to Chamber Coffee events each Thursday at 8 a.m. to network, make announcements, hear about happenings in the community as well as learn about the host business or organization.

Contact the Chamber of Commerce at (620) 223-3566 for more information. Visit the Events Calendar and category of Chamber Coffees on fortscott.com for upcoming locations.

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The Friday Night Free Concert: Rick Hite

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Ralph Carlson introduces the Friday Night Concert musicians May 2019.

This week’s Friday Night Concert will be presented by local musician Rick Hite who sings and plays guitar, and performs a variety of music including Country, Folk, Bluegrass, Gospel, and Oldies.

 

“Hite began singing in church at the age of 5 and has been playing guitar since age 9,” concert-series organizer Ralph Carlson said. “He has played The White Horse Saloon in Black Mountain, North Carolina, Jekyll Island, Georgia, the Mildred Store, VFW, the Eagles, Elks, Old  Settler’s Picnic, and various local venues. We’re pleased to welcome Rick Hite back to the park pavilion. Come out and join your friends for an enjoyable evening of music.”

 

The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Heritage Park Pavilion at First and Main streets. The shows, sponsored by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce, are free and open to the public. Dave Oas and Jim Butler provide the sound each week. Due to limited seating, attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.

 

In the event of rain, the concert will be moved to the Common Ground Coffee Co., 12 E. Wall Street.

 

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott Newsletter

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott!
August 12th Weekly Newsletter
Wind down your summer in Fort Scott…
share with your friends & family!
UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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TROLLEY TOURS,
ON THE HOUR FROM THE CHAMBER!
Friday 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm
Saturday 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm
$6 adults, $4 children 12 & under
50-minute narrated tour of Historic Fort Scott!
The Lavender Patch’s Hours
Friday-Monday from 9am-1pm
Fort Scott National Historic Site
Daily Tours: 10am & 1pm
8/12 ~ Friday Night Concert in the Park featuring the Church of Christ with acappella hymns and gospel songs, 7-8pm, Heritage Park Pavilion, 1st & Main. Bring a lawn chair due to limited seating.
8/12 ~ Game Night at the Museum of Creativity, 8-11pm, click here for more info.
8/13 ~ Farmers’ Market, 8am to noon at Skubitz Plaza in front of the Fort
8/13 ~ Bourbon County Carpool Tour – National Cemetery, Guided Carpool Tour in your own personal vehicle, click here for more info.
8/13 ~ Woodland Hills 1-Person Scramble, Woodland Hills Golf Course
8/13 ~ The Lavender Patch open 9am to 1pm, 2376 Locust Rd., click here for their website.
8/13 ~ Care to Share Bike Run, Registration will be from 8:30-10:30am at 5 Corners, click here for more info., there will be live music and an auction at Sharky’s in the evening, come out & enjoy!
8/13 ~ Cruise In for a for a Saturday night with fellow antique & classic car enthusiasts, former Price Chopper parking lot, click here for info.
8/16 ~ Back to School Bash at Better in Bourbon Boutique, Downtown Fort Scott, 4-7pm, click here for info.
8/17 ~ FSCC Business Expo, 8:30am-11:30am, see flyer below ~ businesses are requested to register for a booth to welcome students & promote your business!
8/17 ~ Farewell reception for Joy Miller of the Southwind Extension District, come & go 1-3pm, 210 S. National Ave. Room 13
8/17 ~ Congressman Jake LaTurner open office hours at the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce, 231 E. Wall St., 3-4pm
8/18 ~ DEADLINE to complete survey for the Chamber Blue Health Insurance offering to be effective 1/1/23. Click here for survey.
8/18 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by the Museum of Creativity, 102 S. National Ave., 8am
8/18 ~ Bread Basics Class, Southwind Extension District, 6pm, click here for more info.
8/18 ~ Ladies Craft Night at the Museum of Creativity, 6-8pm, click here for info.
8/19 ~ Sewing Class at Museum of Creativity, 10am-noon, click here for info.
8/19 ~ Retirement Celebration for Ann Stark, come & go at Atkins Insurance Agency, 2-4pm, click here for more info.
8/19 ~ Paint Party at Dry Wood Creek Cafe, 6-9pm, “The Hayfield” scene, click here for info.
8/20 ~ Splashpad Golf Tournament, 8am, click here for more info.
8/20 ~ Dragoon Charge for Wreaths Across America, click here for info.
SAVE THE DATE:
8/31 ~ Bourbon County Job Fair, hosted by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce and Southeast KANSASWORKS, INC., 10am-2pm, Employers can click here to register a booth.
9/9-9/10 ~ Fall Town-wide Garage Sale
9/17-9/18 ~ Marmaton Massacre Mountain Bike Festival in Gunn Park, click here for flyer.
9/17-9/18 ~ 4×4 Mud Run, click here for flyer.
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SHOPPING ~ SUPPORT LOCAL!
Boutiques-Antiques-Flea Markets & more!
Clickhere for Chamber member
specialty shopping & other retail in
Downtown & other areas of the community.
Fort Scott Area
Chamber of Commerce
620-223-3566
In This Issue
Chamber Highlights
Click here for our
Membership Directory.
We THANK our members for their support! Interested in joining the Chamber?
Click here for info.
Thinking of doing business in or relocating to Fort Scott?
Contact us for a relocation packet, information on grants & incentives, and more!
Seeking a job/career?
We post a Job of the Day daily on our Facebook page, distribute a monthly job openings flyer, and post jobs on our website.
Many opportunities available!
Housing needs?
Click here for a listing of our Chamber member realtors.
Click here for our rental listing.
Chamber Blue Deadline August 18th
Housing Survey NOW ACTIVE for Bourbon County
Click graphic below or here to take survey!
Your response is valuable and needed!
BOURBON COUNTY CARPOOL HISTORY TOUR
THIS TOUR LOCATION: NATIONAL CEMETERY
CLICK GRAPHIC BELOW TO RESERVE A SPOT!
FSCC Business Expo is great opportunity to welcome students and promote your business!
Farewell Receptions Next Week
Joy Miller of Southwind Extension District
Ann Stark of Atkins Insurance Agency
Splashpad Golf Tournament Fundraiser at Woodland Hills Enter your team today!
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Chamber Coffee Hosted by Tri-Valley Developmental Services on Aug. 11

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Chamber Coffee will be hosted by
Tri-Valley Developmental Services this week in the Industrial Park!
Join us this Thursday,
August 11th at 8 a.m.
Tri-Valley will be showcasing their new bailer, which is courtesy of Advantage Metals Recycling. Tri-Valley offers DocuShred services where they contract with local businesses for document shredding, then they bail the materials and recycle them to eliminate landfill waste.
Click here to find out more about
Tri-Valley and their services.
Tri-Valley empowers people with disabilities to realize their potential as full citizens in the community, through supporting them in working and living in the communities they call home. We help them live as independently possible. And we help them belong.
Upcoming Tri-Valley Events
GOLF TOURNAMENT – WOODLAND HILLS – SAT, SEPT 10TH
Click here for sponsor & team registration form.
23RD ANNUAL RAFFLE DRAWING FOR A 2023 CREW CAB TRUCK
Click here for drawing entry form.
Thank you to our Chamber Champion members below!
Fort Scott Area Chamber
620-223-3566
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Chamber of Commerce Blue Health Insurance Offering Until August 18

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Chamber Blue
Health Insurance Offering
Available to employers of any size, complete the survey/census today!
Deadline is Thursday, August 18th
Click this link:
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce announced a new partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) and Chamber of Commerce Executives of Kansas (CCEKS) earlier this year. This partnership stitches together 53 local Chambers of Commerce across Kansas to offer an Association Health Plan entitled Chamber Blue of Kansas.
Chamber Blue of Kansas is an association health plan (AHP) that allows for employers to join together to purchase insurance. The larger pool of people enrolled in the plan allows the possibility for more plan options, and potentially, lower cost.
The initial rates will be based upon employers who complete an interest survey; completing the survey does not obligate your organization to enroll in the program but it does provide access to the initial group. The survey is live currently with a deadline of August 18, 2022, for all interested parties to submit.
In the two weeks since the survey link went live in Bourbon County there has been 16 organizations representing 62 employees complete the survey and at the state level, there has been 1,300 organizations complete the survey representing over 20,000 employees! The response has been phenomenal and is poised to be one of the largest association health plans in Kansas. This is the best opportunity and lowest barrier of entry for small employers to access large group health insurance.
The initial rates will be determined in September 2022 based on groups/businesses that have completed the survey and plans will become effective January 1, 2023.
Fort Scott area business owners, non-profits, and organizations are encouraged to complete the interest survey. A previously recorded informational webinar is available to view by clicking here.
For more information please visit https://www.bcbsks.com/chamberblueks to view the Employer Guide, Benefit Brochure, and to review the eligibility criteria, plan options. To receive the survey link please contact Lindsay Madison at the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at 620-223-3566 or by email at [email protected].
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About Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce:
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit 501c(6) chartered organization of business, industry, organizations and individuals working together to build a healthy economy and improve the quality of life and advocate and elevate our members’ economic prosperity and to be a catalyst for a bright future in Bourbon County.
About Chamber of Commerce Executives of Kansas:
As a private not-for-profit 501(c)6, Chamber of Commerce Executives of Kansas (CCEKS) operates with the primary goal of serving its membership by providing excellence in professional development, networking, resource, and idea exchange opportunities. Also, CCEKS provides guidance and leadership training to chambers across the state and the board members who serve in local communities.
About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas:
For 80 years, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas has built a reputation of trust with its members and contracting providers by providing outstanding customer service while quickly and accurately processing claims; fairly administering benefit plans and contracts; offering programs, services and tools to help members improve or maintain their health; and operating under the highest ethical standards while being good stewards of premium dollars. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association and is the state’s largest insurer, serving all Kansas counties except Johnson and Wyandotte. For more information, visit bcbsks.com.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce is not affiliated with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas.
Thank you to our Chamber Champion members shown below!
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Sales Tax Holiday Weekend In Fort Scott Continues Today

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Sales Tax Holiday Weekend

in Fort Scott
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce announces an opportunity for shoppers to save money this weekend, August 5th-7th!

With no “official” Sales Tax Holiday weekend in the State of Kansas, we have our own holiday here where these local retailers pay the tax for you!

Save 9.4% this weekend at these local merchants:

Angie Dawn’s Boutique

Bids & Dibs

Hedgehog.INK!

Museum of Creativity Gift Shop

Papa Don’s Pizza

Ruddick’s Furniture & Flooring

(up to $500 of sales/$50 of Sales Tax)

Shirt Shack

Sunshine Boutique

These stores offer a variety of merchandise including apparel, home furnishings and décor – both new and repurposed, school supplies and much more!

There is no need to cross the border during this

No Sales Tax Holiday Weekend.

Save money, shop local, shop Fort Scott!

Thank you to our Chamber Champion members below!
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Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
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What’s Happening in Fort Scott July 29 Newsletter

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott!
July 29th Weekly Newsletter
Summer FUN in Fort Scott
to share with your friends & family!
UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS
________________
TROLLEY TOURS,
ON THE HOUR FROM THE CHAMBER!
Friday 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm
Saturday 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm
$6 adults, $4 children 12 & under
50-minute narrated tour of Historic Fort Scott!
The Lavender Patch’s Hours
Friday-Monday from 9am-1pm
Fort Scott National Historic Site
Daily Tours: 10am & 1pm
7/29 ~ Hair Tinsel/Feather Party at Better in Bourbon, Downtown Fort Scott, 3-5pm
7/30 ~ Soda and Snack Shower for Veterans of Mt. Vernon Veterans Home – Elks Lodge 579, 111 W. 19th St., 10am-5pm
7/30 ~ Special Olympics Golf Tournament, Woodland Hills Golf Course
8/1-8/4 ~ VBS at Fort Scott Church of The Nazerene, click here for more info.
8/3 ~ Zombie Apocalypse Preparedness Training, Museum of Creativity, Free Program for youth ages 8 to 12, 2-4pm, click hereto register.
8/4 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Niece Products Celebrating 10 Years!
8/5-8/7 ~ Sales Tax Holiday Shopping Event, Get a 9.4% discount on ALL items at participating retailers, see flyer below.
8/5 ~ Paint Night at Fort Scott Elks Lodge, click here for info.
8/6 ~ Fort Scott City Golf Championship Tournament, Woodland Hills Golf Course
8/6 ~ Garage Games Masters Tour at Smallville Athletics, 7pm, click here for info.
8/8-8/12 ~ Summer Day Camp, Fort Scott National Historic Site, Youth ages 9 to 12, 8:30-12pm, click here for more info.
8/13 ~ Woodland Hills 1-Person Scramble, Woodland Hills Golf Course
8/13 ~ Care to Share Bike Run, Registration will be from 8:30-10:30am at 5 Corners, click here for more info.
8/13 ~ Bourbon County Carpool Tour – National Cemetery, Guided Carpool Tour in your own personal vehicle, click here for more info.
8/17 ~ FSCC Business Expo, 8:30am-11:30am, see flyer below ~ businesses are requested to register for a booth to welcome students & promote your business!
8/18 ~ Bread Basics Class, Southwind Extension District, 6pm, click here for more info.
8/20 ~ Splashpad Golf Tournament, 8am, click here for more info.
8/20 ~ Dragoon Charge for Wreaths Across America, click here for info.
SAVE THE DATE:
8/31 ~ Bourbon County Job Fair, hosted by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce and Southeast KANSASWORKS, INC., 10am-2pm, Employers can click here to register a booth.
9/9-9/10 ~ Fall Town-wide Garage Sale
9/17-9/18 ~ Marmaton Massacre Mountain Bike Festival in Gunn Park
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SHOPPING ~ SUPPORT LOCAL!
Boutiques-Antiques-Flea Markets & more!
Clickhere for Chamber member
specialty shopping & other retail in
Downtown & other areas of the community.
Fort Scott Area
Chamber of Commerce
620-223-3566
In This Issue
Chamber Highlights
Click here for our
Membership Directory.
We THANK our members for their support! Interested in joining the Chamber?
Click here for info.
Thinking of doing business in or relocating to Fort Scott?
Contact us for a relocation packet, information on grants & incentives, and more!
Seeking a job/career?
We post a Job of the Day daily on our Facebook page, distribute a monthly job openings flyer, and post jobs on our website.
Many opportunities available!
Housing needs?
Click here for a listing of our Chamber member realtors.
Click here for our rental listing.
ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE PREPAREDNESS TRAINING
We are hosting our No Sales Tax Holiday weekend
along with local businesses.
This is a great time to get out and shop local!
BOURBON COUNTY CARPOOL HISTORY TOUR
THIS TOUR LOCATION: NATIONAL CEMETERY
CLICK GRAPHIC BELOW TO RESERVE A SPOT!
FSCC Business Expo is great opportunity to welcome students and promote your business!
Splashpad Golf Tournament Fundraiser at Woodland Hills Enter your team today!
CHAMBER TO OFFER BCBS HEALTH INSURANCE
CLICK HERE FOR INTEREST SURVEY
FORT CINEMA SHOW SCHEDULE THIS WEEKEND
THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER CHAMPION MEMBERS!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce
231 E. Wall Street
Fort Scott, KS 66701