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LETTERS OF INTEREST FOR Fort Scott CITY COMMISSIONER Are Being Accepted

 

Letters of Interest are now being accepted for an open position on the Fort Scott City Commission. Candidates must reside in the territorial limits of the city of Fort Scott and shall be a qualified elector under the Constitution of the state of Kansas (Ordinance No. 3289). This position is to fill a vacancy created on May 22, 2024, with the resignation of the sitting Commissioner. The term for this position expires December of 2025 and the successor will be determined in the next election.

The following time commitments are general guidelines to be considered before submitting your Letter of Interest:    1) Regular City Commission meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month beginning at 6:00PM and average two (2) hours or more;    2) Special City Commission meetings may be called at any time if the matter is of a pressing nature and a decision must be made prior to a regular meeting;   3)  Attendance at meetings for which you are selected to be a Commission Representative – such as an advisory board, library board, etc;  4) Work Sessions are scheduled for issues that require open discussion but do not require an immediate decision. These are usually scheduled prior to a regular meeting, typically begin at 5:00PM, and then lead into a regular meeting. There will be Work Sessions scheduled on a stand-alone date that usually begin at 5:00, 6:00 or 7:00PM.   5)  Trainings for the Kansas Open Meetings Act (KOMA) and the Kansas Open Records Act (KORA) are required annually and other training is available but optional; 6) Representation at community activities and other meetings are usually optional but highly encouraged;  7)  Individual preparation for meetings may be necessary for topics that require research in order to make an informed decision at the table.

Please also consider that this is a high-profile position within this community. All meetings are streamed on YouTube, the newspapers and television stations may be present at any given time, and you will be involved in many community activities and issues. As a City Commissioner, you will be a contact and a representative for citizens’ and their concerns. The concerns and issues that the Commission faces are not always positive in nature. However, they will require your best collaborative efforts and decision-making skills with your fellow Commissioners and the City Manager.

Please visit www.fscity.org, contact the City Manager, Brad Matkin ([email protected]) or the City Clerk, Lisa Lewis [email protected] for any questions.  We would also encourage you to watch previous Commission meetings on the City of Fort Scott YouTube channel before making the commitment by submitting your Letter of Interest.

All Letters of Interest will be reviewed, and all qualified candidates will be contacted to appear and speak before the Commission at the June 4th regular meeting. The Commission will select the new Commissioner who will be sworn in and seated that evening.

Letters will be received in person at City Hall (8:00AM-5:00PM) or by email to [email protected] until Thursday, May 30th at 5:00PM. No letters will be received after the deadline.

Please be sure to include contact information in your letter and clearly mark “LETTER OF INTEREST/CITY COMMISSIONER”.

Uniontown City Special Meeting This Evening at 6 p.m.

A special meeting of the City of Uniontown  Council will be held May 23 at 6 p.m. at City Hall.]

 

CALL TO ORDER AT _________ by __________________________________________

ROLL CALL:

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

 

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 duties and benefits of non-elected personnel, the open meeting to resume at ____________.

 

Chamber Coffee Hosted by Angela VanDeBerghe of Edward Jones Financial Office on May 23

Join us for Chamber Coffee!

Thursday, May 23rd, 8am

Hosted by Edward Jones office of Angela VanDeBerghe

222 S. State Street

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to a Chamber Coffee hosted by the Edward Jones office of Angela VanDeBerghe, 222 State Street, on Thursday, May 23rd at 8am. Coffee, juice, and refreshments will be served, and attendees may register to win a special drawing.

When it comes to your financial goals, the experiences you wish to have, the trips you plan to take, the legacy you strive to leave behind — each of these priorities deserve attention to detail, a holistic approach to planning and a dedicated financial advisor to partner with you through the years ahead. Whether you need help organizing, building, protecting, or creating strategies to transfer your wealth, Angela promises to offer you a new level of attention, insight, and guidance. Join us this Thursday to meet Angela and office administrator Jennifer Lowe and hear about their business and what they do for the community!

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.

Thank you to our Chamber Champion members

shown below…

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

231 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS 66701

620-223-3566

fortscott.com

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FS National Cemetery Memorial Day Services May 27

Memorial Day Services
Monday, May 27, 2024
National Cemetery
Fort Scott, Kansas
UNDER AUSPICES OF
THE AMERICAN LEGION
POST 25
ASSISTED BY
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 1165
FORT SCOTT NATIONAL CEMETERY STAFF
MEMORIAL DAY MESSAGE
We are gathered today to pay tribute to the
memory of those who served their country
when called upon, and who now hand down
to us this torch of freedom to love, cherish
and carry high.
Let us be ever mindful of this heritage and
protect it well against those who would lead
us into despair and disunity
May each succeeding Memorial Day strengthen our
faith in a peaceful world
and a brotherhood of mankind.
MEMORIAL DAY SERVICES
Monday, May 27, 2024
9:30 A.M.
Prayer at Courthouse Steps in Honor of all
American War Veterans
11:00 A.M.
Welcome & Master of Ceremony.….………….………..Mr. Craig Stice
Technician Fort Scott National Cemetery
Pledge of Allegiance……………..…………….… Scout Grace Pommier
Troop 114
Invocation……………………..……………Rev. Chistopher Eschelman
Pastor, First United Methodist Church of Fort Scott
Commander’s Address…………………………………….Jessica Allison
Commander, American Legion Post #25
Memorial Day Address………..…Sergeant Major Anthony D. Worsley
Senior Enlisted Advisor
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency
Placing of Wreath……..…………Mrs. Michele Lyon & Grace Pommier
Legion Auxiliary & Troop 114
Benediction ……………………………….. Rev. Chistopher Eschelman
Pastor, First United Methodist Church of Fort Scott
Honor Volley………………………Legion Post 25 &V.F.W. Post 1165
Taps at both Services…………………………….….Mr. Christian Seals

In case of inclement weather services will be held in Memorial Hall.
Visit V.F.W. Post after Service for free-will donation lunch.

Tiger Newsletter Final Edition

Fort Scott Soap Box Derby Reunion Race Is June 1

 

Clete Hall, Pete Allen, and Larry Ballou practice their created vehicles on Crawford Street for the race on June 1. Submitted photo.

Pete Allen, Larry Ballou, Clete Hall and Jerry Witt were all Boy Scouts in a Fort Scott Soapbox Derby in 1951.

1951 Fort Scott Tribune photo, which was submitted.

Now in their retirement years, the four will compete in a similar race called the Marmaton Challenge on June 1 at 9 a.m. at the hill on National Avenue at Oak Street.

The Marmaton Challenge is an event organized by Scoutmaster Seth Needham, of Pack 114. Funds raised will help scouts attend a summer camp.

“These are four survivors of the original soapbox racers from 1951, going at it again for a good cause,” Pete Allen said. “We all encourage the people to come down and support the scouts.”

About the Marmaton Classic Downhill Derby

Derby racing returns to Fort Scott Kansas, according to https://allevents.in/fort%20scott/marmaton-classic-downhill-derby

BSA Pack 114 is hosting a downhill Derby on June 1st.

All area cub scout packs and BSA troops are invited to attend. Additionally, there will be an Open Class so your company or organization can join the fun.

Get your team together for a fun day of racing, or just come to watch and cheer on your favorite team.

There will be three divisions: Cub Scouts, Troop, and Open Class

Registration and Check-in will be at 8 a.m., and racing will start at 9 a.m.

There will be many activities to attend throughout the day since the race is being held on the same day as Fort Scott’s yearly festival, The Good Ol’ Days. So get a team together, show your car off in the parade on Friday night, and come to Fort Scott for some downhill racing.

For additional information or to register, please email Seth Needham @ [email protected]

 

Chamber After Hours: Blissful Aesthetic and Wellness on May 23

Chamber After-Hours and Ribbon Cutting…

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members to a Chamber After-hours & Ribbon Cutting Event to celebrate the opening of Blissful Aesthetic & Wellness located at 4 S. Main! The event will take place on Thursday, May 23rd from 5:15pm-6:00pm with the remarks and ribbon cutting starting at 5:30pm. After the Ribbon cutting and remarks, everyone is invited to come and go to see the business, enter the drawings, and enjoy refreshments.

 

Blissful Aesthetics and Wellness opened it’s doors in May 2023 giving clients a holistic approach on wellness and beauty that prioritizes your individual goals.

 

Blissful Aesthetics & Wellness offers services such as Aesthetics, IV Infusion & Vitamin Injections, Labs, Weight loss, Dermatology, and Wellness Consultations.

 

Contact the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce for more information at 620-223-3566 or [email protected].

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street | Fort Scott, KS 66701 US
 

Fort Scott Design Review Advisory Board Meeting is May 29

Fort Scott Design Review Advisory Board Meeting
When: May 29th, 2024
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: City Hall
Topics for discussion:
  1. Certificate of Appropriateness for 1124 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS – “Hole in the Wall Liquor”
  2. Certificate of Appropriateness for 110 South Main LLC at 110 S. Main Street
  3. Discussion of the Mural Proposal Form and process
  4. Discussion of future work session

The meeting is open to the public and the recording is available to watch on YouTube after the meeting is held.

 

Unapproved Minutes of the May 7 Fort Scott City Commission

CITY OF FORT SCOTT

CITY COMMISSION MEETING

 

Minutes of May 7, 2024                                   Regular Meeting

 

The regular meeting of the Fort Scott City Commission was held May 7, 2024, at 6:09PM (Time stamp: 0:09) in the City Commission Meeting Room at City Hall, 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, Kansas. (Time stamps according to YouTube recording of meeting).

 

Roll Call

Meeting called to order at 6:02PM (Time stamp: 2:27). Commissioners Matthew Wells, Tim VanHoecke, Melissa Guns, and Dyllon Olson were present with Mayor Tracy Dancer.

 

Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation

  1. Dancer led the Pledge of Allegiance and M. Wells said a prayer asking God for guidance for the City, our Government and City officials.

 

Audience in AttendanceBrad Matkin/City Manager, Bob Farmer/City Attorney, Jason Dickman/City Engineer-Earles Engineering, Jason Pickert/Chief of Police, Payton Coyan/City HR Director, Leroy Kruger/Codes Enforcement, Dave Bruner/Fire Chief, Mike Miles/Deputy Fire Chief, Lisa Lewis/City Clerk, Michael Hoyt, Debby Jackson, Tera Harris, Bronc Marmon, and Seth Marmon.

 

Approval of Agenda (Time stamp 3:03)

The City Clerk requested (3) amendments to the Agenda: 1) Addition of Consideration to Approve Temporary Park Closure – Riverfront Park – May 26, 2024 – 12:00PM to 3:00PM under Old Business; 2) Addition of Approval of Amendment to Horton Street & 6th Street Improvements Project No. 6 U-2455-01 – Agreement under Old Business 3) Addition of Approval of Notice of Award to Contract of Project No. 6 U-2455-01 – Heck & Wicker, Inc.

 

MOTION: M. Wells moved to approve the agenda with the requested amendments. D. Olson seconded the motion.  All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Consent Agenda (Time stamp 5:27)

– Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1359-A – Expense Approval Report – Payment Dates – April 10, 2024 – April 30, 2024 – $1,752,949.24

Approval of Minutes for April 16, 2024.

 

 

 

 

 

 

RESOLUTION NO. 14-2024 – RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE (AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURE) PARCEL #006-119-30-0-30-25-010-00-0 LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS FORT SCOTT, LOT 8 BLK 132 IN BOURBON COUNTY, IN THE CITY OF FORT SCOTT, KANSAS, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS [314 S. EDDY], FORT SCOTT, KS 66701 – Tabled from April 2, 2024.

RESOLUTION NO. 15-2024 – RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE (AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURE) PARCEL #006-119-30-0-30-27-002-00-0 LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS FORT SCOTT, S 25’ LOT 4 BLK 130 IN BOURBON COUNTY, IN THE CITY OF FORT SCOTT, KANSAS, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS [306 S. LOWMAN], FORT SCOTT, KS 66701 – Tabled from April 2, 2024.

 

  1. VanHoecke stated for clarification that the high dollar items on the Expense Approval Report were for the following: 1) Ray Lindsey Co. – Payment for the Grit Removal System (WWTP); 2) Annual City Insurance Premium; 3) Payment of $200,000.00 to AMS to be reimbursed from ADM.

 

  1. Dancer stated he had questions but would address them with the City Manager and Finance Director.

 

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to approve the Consent Agenda.  D. Olson seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Public Comment

 

Debby Jackson and Tera Harris (Time stamp – 7:44) – Both were here to comment on the agenda item to request the consideration to approve the construction of a public safety training area by Mike Miles/Deputy Fire Chief. They requested their comments be heard after that presentation. T. Dancer agreed to their request.

 

Michael Hoyt (Time stamp – 8:06) – addressed the Commission regarding the audit letter from Diehl, Banwart and Bolton in the April 2, 2024, Agenda Packet (pages 67-74) regarding “single audit” and “regular audit” that were approved at that meeting. He explained the difference between the two and has some concerns. He is requesting that Amanda Lancaster attend a Commission meeting to address this topic. He suggested that the City consider doing the audit by GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) standards every third year.

 

Appearances

 

–  Dave Bruner/Fire Chief (Time stamp – 11:37) addressed the Commission at the request of the City Manager to report on the end result of the flood that occurred during the last weekend. He stated that the level (of the Marmaton River) recorded by the National Weather Service was 47.2 ft and the record in 1986 was 52.5 ft. He stated that the (fire) department responded to three (3) calls for assistance to residents who needed to be removed from the flood water, a “Knock and Talk” in Walnut Hill to inform residents of the situation and their options to either evacuate or stay in place. He stated that he called for mutual aid from Vernon County Water Rescue and Pittsburg Fire Department. Vernon County assisted with the “Knock and Talk” during the day and a crew of two with a boat, from Pittsburg Fire Department stayed at Station No. 2 to run backup calls with FSFD. He is very thankful for the good relationships with the other departments (for mutual aid) and stated we will do the same whenever they call us.

 

–  Jason Pickert/Chief of Police (Time stamp – 13:44) addressed the Commission at the request of the City Manager to report on the end result of the flood that occurred during the last weekend. He stated that most efforts were concentrated on the flooded side roads requiring barricades for safety. He stated that two (2) or three (3) cars did go past the barricades on Hwy 69 and required assistance due to getting stalled out from the high water.  The next day was focused on clean up. He stated that the dog pound was evacuated, and citizens stepped up to help out with temporary care of the dogs.

 

  1. Matkin stated that the roads that had been damaged (in the City) had been repaired. The County got hit hard with road damage. The City and the County are working together on paperwork to see if the damages qualify for FEMA. He stated Fire, Police, Dispatch, City Crews and EMS all did a phenomenal job and appreciated that the City and County worked together.

 

Applause was given to all.

 

–  Scott Flater/WWTP (Time stamp – 18:23) B. Matkin stated that S. Flater was ill and would appear at the next Commission meeting with his update.

 

Old Business

 

–  RESOLUTION NO. 12-2024 – RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AND           ACCESSORY STRUCTURE – KNOWN AS [110 W. OAK], FORT SCOTT, KS 66701 Tabled from April 2, 2024 Owner to return with requested information for the Commission. Removed from April 16, 2024, agenda per L. Kruger

(Time stamp 19:17) – Bronc Marmon addressed the Commission regarding the status of this property. He stated he would like to keep the property but is financially unable to do it to meet this current deadline.

 

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to table this item until July 2, 2024, with the understanding that the property owner will come back to the Commission with either a contractor proposal and means of how they will be able to repair the structure or the decision (from the owner) to remove it.  M. Guns seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

RESOLUTION NO. 13-2024 – RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURE – PARCEL #006-119-29-0-10-12-00900-0-01 LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS CAMERONS ADD-SUB DIV ORIG BLK 5, LOTS 27 & 28 BLK 3 IN BOURBON COUNTY, IN THE CITY OF FORT SCOTT, KANSAS, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS [1801 E. WALL], FORT SCOTT, KS 66701 Tabled from April 2, 2024. Received Title Search – L. Kruger

(Time stamp 29:08) – L. Kruger addressed the Commission regarding the property. He stated that the lien against the property is a medical lien of approximately $124,000.00, $3,500.00 in unpaid property taxes and $1,500.00 in special assessments (mowing). It is his recommendation that the structures be removed, and he will work on getting the lien released so it can be buildable property.

 

  1. Farmer agreed that the process should be to find the structures unsafe and dangerous, removed and the future of the property can be determined at another time.

 

Discussion was had regarding an interested party to develop the property.

 

  1. VanHoecke moved to table the item until Codes Enforcement got the lien released. The motion was withdrawn.

 

MOTION:  M. Guns moved to approve Resolution 13-2024 with the removal of an unsafe and dangerous structure and accessory structure for the parcel listed.  D. Olson seconded the motion.

 

Discussion was had regarding demolition before or after the lien is released.

 

All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Consideration of donation to BBGo Transportation Service$4,500.00 – (Time stamp 29:08) – D. Olson had requested that this item be returned to the agenda for consideration. He stated that it is a small investment to ensure transportation for those who do not have access to get somewhere.

 

Further discussion was had about the service and the amount to contribute.

 

  1. Matkin stated the funds would come from Community Development.

 

MOTION:  M. Guns moved to approve a donation of $5,000.00 to BBGo Transportation Service.  M. Wells seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Consideration of Amendment to the Agreement with Contractor (Heck & Wicker) and Notice of Award for Horton Street and 6th Street Improvement Project (Time stamp 43:05) – J. Dickman appeared before the Commission and explained that there was a correction on the agreement regarding the handling of the bricks. New prices were presented from Heck & Wicker.

 

Further discussion was had regarding handling of the bricks during the projects.

 

MOTION:  D. Olson moved to approve the amendment for Horton Street and 6th Street Improvement Project minus line 44 revisions allowing for line 45 and 46 additions. M. Wells seconded the motion.  All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

ACTION:  J. Dickman stated that the revised number will be in their contract as amended for their notice of award and same process and the new number.

 

MOTION:  M. Wells moved to approve the Notice of Award minus line 44 and the additions of lines 45 and 46.  D. Olson seconded the motion.  All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

  1. Wells left the meeting at 6:49PM

 

 

 

 

 

 

             

Consideration of Proposal for Construction Observation for Horton Street & 6th Street Improvement Project (Time stamp 49:18) – J. Dickman explained the contract presented is for 180 calendar days with full-time construction observation, documentation reports, compaction testing and densities for full-depth replacement and concrete testing for the sidewalks.

 

  1. Wells returned to the meeting at 6:50PM

 

MOTION:  M. Guns moved to approve the proposal for construction observation for the Horton Street and 6th Street Improvement Project with an upper limit of $245,066.00.  M. Wells seconded the motion.  M. Guns, M. Wells, T. VanHoecke and T. Dancer voted yes.  D. Olson voted no.

 

 

MOTION PASSED BY 4-1 VOTE.

 

Discussion was had about going out for bids for construction observation. Policy for going out for bids was also discussed.

 

Consideration to approve a request for a Temporary Park Closure (Riverfront Park) on May 26, 2024, for Rumble on the Bricks (Time stamp 53:53)

 

MOTION:  M. Wells moved to approve the request for the temporary park closure for May 26th for Rumble on the Bricks.  T. VanHoecke seconded the motion.  All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

 

New Business

 

Consideration to Purchase Time Clocks, License and Setup to be split between departments – Tyler Technologies – $13,514.00 (Time stamp 54:23) – Payton Coyan/City Human Resources Director addressed the Commission to explain the need for a time accountability system to be instituted by the City for employees. She stated that it includes a GeoLocation to track employees while they are “clocked in.” ExecuTime is the application that will be provided by Tyler Technologies which the City already uses for other applications. It is mobile based but will also have stationary based locations on site for “clocking in” and “clocking out”. She also explained the upcoming changes by the Kansas Department of Labor for overtime eligibility thresholds.

 

 

  1. Coyan stated that a more accurate time tracking system will be more efficient for the City to remain in compliance to the changes that begin July 1, 2024, and continue to change into 2027.

 

Discussion was had about the costs and requirements. P. Coyan stated that the implementation fee is $13,514.00 and the annual fee is $4,264.00 to be broken out between all departments.

 

Further discussion was had on the uses and benefits of implementing this system.

 

MOTION:  D. Olson moved to approve the purchase of time clocks, license, and setup from Tyler Technologies to be split between departments for $13,514.00.  M. Guns seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Consideration to Approve Construction a Public Safety Training Area (Time stamp 1:08:28) – Mike Miles/Deputy Fire Chief provided a PowerPoint presentation (available on www.fscity.org – Government – Agendas & Minutes – May 7, 2024) to explain the dire need for a training facility to recreate emergency scenarios and simulation for our first responders.

 

  1. VanHoecke left the meeting at 7:10PM and returned to the meeting at 7:12PM

 

  1. Farmer left the meeting at 7:26PM

 

  1. Miles answered questions from the Commission regarding benefits, cities of a comparable size, consideration of other locations, policy of operation, water and drainage and where the money would come from to build and maintain the facility. D. Bruner assisted in answering questions.

 

  1. Farmer returned to the meeting at 7:26PM

 

(Time stamp 1:33:44) – Debby Jackson and Tera Harris addressed the Commission to express their opposition to the location of the facility because they live directly across the street. They participated in discussion with the Commission regarding alternative locations and site blocking options at the proposed location.

 

 

 

Further discussion was had on the benefits of the proposed facility.

 

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to approve the FSFD’s request to construct a public safety training facility at the location presented to the Commission.

 

  1. Wells asked T. VanHoecke to amend his motion to include $1,500.00 for a fence and landscaping to help improve the corner for the neighbors.

 

Discussion was had about options and opinions voiced about options.

 

  1. Wells withdrew his suggestion to amend the motion.

 

Further options were discussed for screening the site after M. Guns asked T. VanHoecke to include consideration of aesthetics of the site.

 

  1. VanHoecke added “consideration of landscaping to be aesthetically pleasing” to his motion. M. Guns seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Consideration of Letter of Interest for (1) Library Board Vacancy – Chelsey McAllister(Time stamp 1:47:32) – M. Wells/Commission Representative to the Library stated the Library Board as a whole supports the recommendation of Chelsey McAllister completely.

 

MOTION:  M. Wells moved to that the Commission appoint Chelsey McAllister to the Library Board.  T. VanHoecke seconded the motion.

 

  1. Olson stated that he still has a concern about the makeup of the Library Board being provided to the City specifically in regard to terms and residency.

 

ACTION:  M. Wells stated that he will ask the Library Board to compile a list for the Commission with the current board members specific to terms and residency.

 

All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

 

 

 

Consideration to Approve Resignation of Carol MacArthur from Planning Commission and Advertise for Replacement Candidate – Reappointed for another term on March 5, 2024(Time stamp: 1:50:01)

 

MOTION:  M. Guns moved to accept her resignation and advertise for a replacement candidate.  M. Wells seconded the motion.  All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

ACTIONAdvertisement for vacancy on the Planning Commission must include the requirement of the candidate to be a City resident as stated by D. Olson (Ordinance No. 3762).

 

Consideration to Implement Deposit for Memorial Hall Usage (Time stamp 1:51:05) – B. Matkin would like to implement a $200.00 deposit for users of Memorial Hall to ensure clean up and coverage for damage.  The deposit would be returned upon inspection by a checklist following the event. A contract for use is currently used and event insurance is required.

 

Discussion was had regarding previous discussion on charges for use of Memorial Hall and status of repairs.

 

ACTION:  B. Matkin will implement the $200.00 deposit for the use of Memorial Hall and continue working on plans for needed repairs.

 

Reports and Comments

 

  1.  City Manager Comments (Time stamp 1:56:35)

–  Storm damage update – roads

–  Lift stations and pumps repaired and replaced

–  Gunn Park flooding did not go over river intake

–  Downtown bathrooms – $8,000.00 for damage repairs – security

measures implemented to prevent further vandalism.

–  3rd Street bathroom under repair

–  Backflow prevention information to be put on Facebook

 

  1. Engineering Comments (Time stamp 2:01:03)

–  Horton and 6th Street – surveyor out this week, waiting on Evergy                   regarding utility poles and guidewires and coordinating with                                        them on moves

–   Grit chamber being fabricated by Ray Lindsey

 

–   Wall Street – Phase II amendment (adding to Phase I) sent to                                      KDOT, has not been returned but moving forward to get right of                            way to avoid losing more time

–   Pavilion – weather is delaying painting

–   Following up on change in infrastructure at the water plant                                 regarding chlorine

–   Phase III of CCLIP – conversation went well

 

  1. Commissioners Comments

 

  1. Olson (Time stamp 2:03:50)

–  Thank you to the City crews, local churches, and groups for help

during the storm

–  Loose Ends list needs to be addressed

 

 

  1. VanHoecke (Time stamp 2:04:53))

–  Thank you to first responders and City crews

–  Early voting started for the ER tax – go out and vote

–  Good Ol’ Days coming up

–  Lake Lot sales discussion for future

 

 

  1. Wells (Time stamp 1:47:32)

–  Questions regarding city-wide clean up

 

 

ACTION:  B. Matkin will talk with Norm Nation about City-Wide Cleanup for the near future.

 

–   Status of RHID interest

–   Good Neighbor Action Team – Gunn Park this Saturday for cleanup of

damaged trails. Need volunteers.

–   FSHS Graduation – Congratulations – ceremony on Saturday

–   Farmers’ Market Opening was a success – thank you to all

 

  1. Guns (Time stamp 2:10:52)

–  Status on downtown bathrooms for Good Ol’ Days – in process

–  Work sessions and Loose Ends – would like to get done before leaving

–  Special thank you to Vernon County and Pittsburg for their help and

those who took in the dogs from the shelter, golf course crew and

volunteers.

–  Reminder of upcoming Luau event at the Splash Pad

 

 

  1. Dancer (Time stamp 2:13:00) – No comments

 

  1. Matkin announced that Buck Run Fitness Center is now open 24/7

 

 

  1.   City Attorney Comments (Time stamp 2:13:48) – No comments

 

 

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:14PM.  M. Guns seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MAY 7, 2024, MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:14PM

 

 

_______________________________________________________________________

Respectfully submitted by:

Lisa A. Lewis, City Clerk

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Tanya Glessner ecently published several different Daily Prayer Journals for 365 Days. Three of  them are live for purchase. now-the The other will be live for purchase soon, according to Glessner.
Each book is $12.99.
” Prayer journaling can help people strengthen their faith, focus, and gain a deeper understanding of their faith,” she said. “It can also help people recognize patterns in their lives, which can reveal areas for growth or passions, and can be a witness to future generations of your walk with the Lord.”
Tanya Glessner. Submitted photo.

Agenda For City of Fort Scott Commission on May 21

 

NOTICE OF AND AGENDA FOR REGULAR

MEETING OF FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION

City Hall Commission Room – 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701

May 21, 2024 – 6:00 P.M.

 

  1. Call to Order
  2. Roll Call

Matthew Wells,    Tim VanHoecke,     Melissa Guns,     Dyllon Olson,     Tracy Dancer

III.    Pledge of Allegiance – T. Dancer/Mayor

  1. Invocation – M. Wells/Commissioner
  2. Approval of Agenda
  3. Consent Agenda
  4. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1360-A – Expense Approval Report – Payment Dates – May 1, 2024 – May 14, 2024 – $488,204.78

 

  1. Approval of Minutes for May 7, 2024

 

  1. April Financials

 

VII.   Public CommentSign up required before the beginning of the meeting on register at the          entrance of the Commission Room. Public Comments are for any topic not on the agenda and                      limited to five (5) minutes per person, at the Commission’s discretion.

VIII.    AppearancesMust be scheduled with the City Clerk at least (1) week prior to the meeting           you wish to address the Commission. You will be scheduled on the agenda to speak on your topic.

  1. Shawn O’BrienTemporary Street Closures for Good Ol’ Days
  2. Emily Clayton – Parade Permit for Good Ol’ Days
  3. Patrick Wood RHID presentation for development
  4. Robert Harrington – REDI update
  5. Scott Flater WWTP update

 

 

  1. New Business

 

Public Hearings:

  1. Open Public Hearing: 314 S. Eddy – Consideration to Repair or Remove

RESOLUTION NO. 16-2024 – RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE(S) AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURE(S) PARCEL #006-119-30-0-30-25-010-00-0 LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS FORT SCOTT, LOT 8 BLK 132 IN BOURBON COUNTY, IN THE CITY OF FORT SCOTT, KANSAS,  OTHERWISE KNOWN AS  [314 S. EDDY],  FORT SCOTT, KS 66701

 

  1. Open Public Hearing: 306 S. Lowman – Consideration to Repair or Remove

RESOLUTION NO. 17-2024 – RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE(S) AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURE(S) PARCEL #006-119-30-0-30-27-002-00-0 LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS FORT SCOTT, S 25’ LOT 4 BLK 130 IN BOURBON COUNTY, IN THE CITY OF FORT SCOTT, KANSAS,  OTHERWISE KNOWN AS [306 S. LOWMAN], FORT SCOTT, KS 66701

 

Action Items:

  1. Consideration of Letters of Interest for Fort Scott Public Library Board
  2.    Consideration of Letters of Interest for the Land Bank Board
  3. Acceptance of Letter of Resignation from Commissioner/President M. Guns

 

  1. Reports and Comments
  2. City Manager Comments
  3.  Engineering Comments
  4.   Commissioners Comments
  5.  City Attorney Comments

 

XII.      Executive Session

XIII.     Adjourn

 

What’s Happening in Fort Scott

What’s Happening in Fort Scott! May 17th Weekly Newsletter

Splash Pad Opening Day in 2023!

UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Fort Scott National Historic Site

Daily Guided Tours: 10am & 1pm

Currently closed Wednesdays & Thursdays

until further notice.

Visit your National Park!

Click here to see all the FUN classes at The Artificers, classes for ALL ages!

BINGO hosted by the American Legion Post 25 every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month unless it falls on a holiday. Doors open at 6pm and Bingo starts at 7pm at Memorial Hall.

5/17 ~ Waypoint Coins Hide & Seek Adventure, Skubitz Plaza, registration starts at 5pm/adventure begins at 5:30pm, see flyer below for more info!

5/17 ~ Patio Concert hosted by Bourbon County Arts Council, Liberty Theatre, tickets: BCAC members/$15, non-members/$20, 8-10pm, see flyer below for more info.

5/17 ~ Dustin Treiber LIVE at Brickstreet BBQ, live acoustic country & rock, 7pm-10pm, click here for more information.

5/18 ~ Flood cleanup at Gunn Park Trails, meet at the park entrance, details include removal of flood debris/downed trees/repair or bridges, click here for more information.

5/18 ~ Shead Farm Homestead Festival, music/children’s activities/farm tour/farm store and vendor booths/food court, single ticket: $5 or family pass $25 (5+ members), click here for more info.

5/18 ~ Hello Summer Luau 2024, join City of Fort Scott for a summer kick off with a Splash Bash at the Splashpad, Vinyl Revival will start at 6:30pm with Beach Boys tunes to follow under the new pavilion, see flyer below for more info!

5/23 ~ Children’s Business Fair Workshop #1 hosted by HBCAT, ages 5-14, this workshop is to prepare the kids for the Children’s Business Fair on June 22nd at the Farmer’s Market, click here for more info.

5/23 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Edward Jones – Angela VanDeBerghe, 222 S. State St. , 8am

5/24-27 ~ Memorial Day Weekend at Kansas Rocks Recreation Park, 1pm-5pm

5/24 ~ May Adventures in Learning/Shepherd’s Center at First United Methodist Church, 1-4pm, click here for more info.

5/24 ~ Girard Medical Center’s Narcan Training Event at Girard Medical Center, 1pm-2pm, click here for more information and to register.

5/25 ~ Kiwanis Golf Tournament, 4-person scramble, flighted, 18-hole scramble, $80 per player/$320 per team, prizes/contest/raffle, to sign up contact 620.223.1435 or 620.224.9067

5/28 ~ Tiger Drama Camp – Sleeping Beauty, $40 per person which includes a t-shirt, 12:30-4:30 with performance on June 10&11th, register at Buck Run Community Center, click here for more info.

5/30 ~ Children’s Business Fair Workshop #2 hosted by HBCAT, ages 5-14, this workshop is to prepare the kids for the Children’s Business Fair on June 22nd at the Farmer’s Market, click here for more info.

5/30 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Good Ol’ Days at Skubtiz Plaza, 8am

5/31~ Good Ol’ Days Parade in Downtown Fort Scott, 6pm, grab your friends and coworkers and join the fun, click here to register a float/golf cart/foot unit/horse unit/classic car/antique car/tractor/or anything else, click here to register!

5/31-6/1 ~ Good Ol’ Days Festival, food vendors/craft vendors, Red Garter, pony rides, live music, baby contest, and so MUCH MORE! Click here for a full schedule!

Lavender Saturdays in June on Locust Road, join the Lavender Patch Farm every Saturday at 9am!

6/6 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Perry’s Pork Rinds and Country Store, 8am

6/8 ~ Eastern Kansas Swine Show Series at the Bourbon County Fairgrounds, click here for more info.

6/8 ~ EKTEC Rodeo at Bourbon County Fairgrounds, click here for more information.

6/8 ~ Rod-Tiques of Kansas City Car Club visiting Fort Scott, approximately 50 people, click here for more information.

SAVE THE DATE!

6/14-15th ~ Dare to Dream Statewide Conference- Women Supporting Women Entrepreneurs, click here for more information!

6/15 ~ 3rd Annual Dragoon Charge for Wreaths Across America, more information to come!

6/29 ~ NBHA Rodeo at Bourbon County Fairgrounds

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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

Calendar of Events

Special Event Features

THANK YOU Chamber Champion members!!

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.

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings Mark your calendars & join us for these celebrations!

5/23, Thursday, 5:15-6:30pm, Blissful Aesthetics

Patio Concert hosted by the Bourbon County Arts Council on the Liberty Theatre Patio!

Fort Scott’s Inaugural Hide & Seek Adventure ~ Waypoint Coins

Hello Summer Luau 2024 ~ Splash Bash at the Splashpad!

Get your co-workers, family, or friends together and enter a float/foot unit/golf cart/tractor/antique or classic car/horse entry to make this the BIGGEST Good Ol’ Days parade EVER!

Good Ol’ Days Festival ~

Visit fortscottgoodoldays.com

Upcoming Movie Schedule @ Fort Cinema

THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER CHAMPION MEMBERS!