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FSCC Trustees Meeting Agenda for Feb. 16
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING
ELLIS FINE ARTS BUILDING
FEBRUARY 16, 2026 – 5:30 P.M.
AGENDA SUMMARY WITH COMMENTARY
1.0 CALL MEETING TO ORDER – CHAIR DOUG ROPP
1.1 Roll Call of Trustees by the Clerk
___Bailey___Brown___Cosens___Hoyt___McKinnis___Ropp
2.0 FLAG SALUTE & INVOCATION
3.0 APPROVAL OF OFFICIAL AGENDA (ACTION)
4.0 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (ACTION)
4.1 Minutes
4.2 Financials – Cash Flow Report
4.3 Check Register – $483,321.50
4.4 Payroll – January 15, 2026 – $660,869.98
4.5 Contract Ratification
5.0 COMMUNITY, EMPLOYEE, AND STUDENT RECOGNITION (INFORMATION)
- CDL Program Review
- Recognition: New Coaches
6.0 LEADERSHIP REPORTS & UPDATES (INFORMATION)
6.1 Academics
- Vice President of Academic Affairs – Dr. Larry Guerrero
6.2 Advancement
- Dean of Advancement – Lindsay Hill
- Gordon Parks Museum
6.3 Athletics
- Athletic Director – Dave Wiemers
6.4 Finance
- CFO – Vice President of Finance & Operations – Gina Shelton
- Business Office Update
- Maintenance Update
6.5 Student Services
- Vice President of Student Affairs – Vanessa Poyner
6.6 Administrative Committees
6.7 Presidential Update
- President Dr. Jack Welch
7.0 OLD BUSINESS
7.1 Scholarship Proposals 2026-2027 (ACTION)
7.2 State of the College address will be:
- May 21st at 12 pm in the Ellis Fine Arts building (INFORMATION)
7.3 Board Selection of Honorary Associate Degree (ACTION)
8.0 NEW BUSINESS
8.1 Acceptance of Deed of Land for FRAME Grant (ACTION)
8.2 RFP – FRAME Grant – Contractor RFP (INFORMATION)
9.0 PUBLIC FORUM
FSCC Trustee Board Special Meeting: Feb. 13 at Noon
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING – BOARD WORKSHOP
ELLIS FINE ARTS BUILDING
FEBRUARY 13, 2026 – 12:00 P.M.
PUBLIC AGENDA
1.0 CALL MEETING TO ORDER – CHAIR DOUG ROPP
1.1 Roll Call of Trustees by the Clerk
___Bailey___Brown___Cosens___Hoyt___McKinnis___Ropp
2.0 FLAG SALUTE & INVOCATION
3.0 LEADERSHIP REPORTS & UPDATES (INFORMATION)
3.1 Academics
- Vice President of Academic Affairs – Dr. Larry Guerrero
3.2 Advancement
- Dean of Advancement – Lindsay Hill
- Gordon Parks Museum Update
3.3 Athletics
- Athletic Director – Dave Wiemers
- Athletic Update
3.4 Finance
- CFO – Vice President of Finance & Operations – Gina Shelton
3.5 Student Services
- Vice President of Student Affairs – Vanessa Poyner
3.6 Administrative Committees
3.7 Presidential Update
- President Dr. Jack Welch
4.0 REVIEW FEBRUARY 16, 2026, AGENDA ITEMS (INFORMATION)
4.1 CONSENT AGENDA
- Minutes
- Financials – Cash Flow Report
- Check Register – $483,321.50
- Payroll – January 15, 2026 – $660,869.98
- Contract Ratification
4.2 COMMUNITY, EMPLOYEE, AND STUDENT RECOGNITION REVIEW
- CDL Program Review
- Recognition of New Coaches
4.3 OLD BUSINESS
- Scholarship Proposals 2026-2027
- State of the College address will be:
- May 21st at 12 pm in the Ellis Fine Arts building
- Board Selection of Honorary Associate Degree
4.4 NEW BUSINESS
- Acceptance of Deed of Land for FRAME Grant
- FRAME Grant – Contractor RFP Approval
4.5 PUBLIC FORUM
4.6 OTHER BUSINESS – EMPLOYMENT OF NON-ELECTED PERSONNEL MATTERS
4.7 BOARD COMMENTS
5.0 ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION – PERSONNEL MATTERS (ACTION)
6.0 EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION – RETURN TO OPEN SESSION (INFORMATION)
7.0 BOARD MEMBER TRAINING – GOAL SETTING (INFORMATION)
8.0 ACCREDITATION COMMITTEE (INFORMATION)
9.0 ADJOURN (INFORMATION
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Minutes of the USD234 Board of Education Meeting on Feb. 9
Unified School District 234 424 South Main
Fort Scott, KS 66701-2697
www.usd234.org
620-223-0800 Fax 620-223-2760
DESTRY BROWN
Superintendent
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
NEWS RELEASE
Monday, February 9, 2026
Members of the USD 234 Board of Education met at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, February 9, 2026, for
their regular monthly meeting at 900 E 3rd St.
President David Stewart opened the meeting.
The board approved the official agenda, and the consent agenda as follows:
Board Minutes
01-12-26
Financials – Cash Flow Report
Check Register
Payroll – January 20, 2026 – $1,801,674.26
Activity Funds Accounts
USD 234 Gifts
Key Club Fundraising Form
Students from Eugene Ware presented to the Board. Working with Mrs. Keating the students cover
announcements and help make the parent weekly newsletter. They have been able to participate in
leadership training at Greenbush and do several fun fundraisers during this school year. Mrs.
Query, Eugene Ware’s Principal, had a presentation that highlighted a few amazing things
happening in the building. She ended explaining how staff morale has been great thanks to
Secretaries Jessica Johnson and Kenda Schmidt and their entertaining projects that include
everyone.
Superintendent Destry Brown informed the Board on great things happening at Tiger Academy and
has appreciated all the support that they have been given.
Assistant Superintendent Terry Mayfield provided a shared document. Mr. Mayfield reviewed
budget projections and insurance renewals. He also updated on Preschool Building project with
the playground being installed soon.
Assistant Superintendent Zach Johnson updated the Board on winter iReady scores showing
positive growth throughout the district. Later this week a few staff will be traveling to PSU to
participate in Teacher Interviews with graduation students.
Special Education Director Tonya Barnes shared an update on reports that are coming due soon.
She also invited all to Special Olympics Basketball at Fort Scott High School on February 18.
The Board approved the following:
● Resolution 25-16 Healthy Kansas Farm to School Program
The Board received an informational overview of Fort Scott USD 234’s five-year long-range
financial outlook for FY25–FY30. This review examines enrollment trends, revenue assumptions,
and projected expenditure growth to provide a forward-looking view of the district’s financial
trajectory. No board action was requested.
The Board went into an executive session for property acquisition.
There were none present for public forum.
The Board went into an executive session for attorney-client privilege.
The Board went into an executive session for personnel matters.
President David Stewart adjourned the meeting.
PERSONNEL REPORT – APPROVED
February 9, 2026
RESIGNATIONS/TERMINATIONS/RETIREMENTS:
Barr, Lynn – Supplemental Resignation – Head Girls/Boys Tennis Coach – High School
Campbell, Erin – Resignation – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott
Hudiburg, Kenny – Supplemental Resignation – Assistant Girls Tennis Coach
Rogers, Jamie – Supplemental Resignation – Girls Basketball Coach – Middle School
Leave of Absence:
Barrager, Terry – Custodian – Eugene Ware
TRANSFER:
Clayton, Emily – Paraprofessional to OT Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott
Durossette, Jake – Business Teacher to Math Teacher – High School – 2026-27
Weber, Betty – Paraprofessional – KRI to Winfield Scott
EMPLOYMENT:
Certified Recommendations for 2026-27 School year:
Hendricks, Caleb – Assistant Principal – Winfield Scott
Martin, Jared – Athletic Director – High School
Classified Recommendations for 2025-26 School year:
Carson, Jessica – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott
Cooper, Tyler – Custodian – Middle School
Davenport, Sam – Paraprofessional – Middle School
Hodges, Julius – Paraprofessional – KRI
Ruggero, Frankie – Custodian – Middle School
Supplemental Recommendations for the 2025-26 school year:
Carney, Drew – Supplemental – Assistant Track Coach – High School
Chipman, Karlie – Supplemental – Assistant Boys Golf Coach – High School
Sponsor Recommendations for the 2025-26 school year:
Cook, Gary – Head Sponsor – Archery
Whitehead, Trisha – Assistant Sponsor – Archery
Legislative Update by State Senator Caryn Tyson February 6, 2026
Memorial Hall Improvement Project Slated for Completion By Years End


KS House Bill 2347 Explained
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Agenda for the Uniontown City Council on Feb. 10
The Uniontown City Council will meet at 7 p.m. on February 10, 2026 at City Hall
CALL TO ORDER AT ________ by _____________________________
ROLL CALL: ___ Kyle Knight ___ Amber Kelly ___ Mary Pemberton ___ Savannah Pritchett
___ Bradley Stewart
2026 Financials – January
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS
Carry Spoon – Grants
CITIZENS REQUESTS
FINANCIAL REPORT
Sally Johnson – Financial reports
APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA
- Minutes of January 12, 2026 Regular Council Meeting
- Treasurers Report, Monthly Transaction Report & Accounts Payables
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Superintendent: Bobby Rich
Utility Meters
Clerk Report: Haley Arnold
At-large Dog Complaint
Water Rate Increase
EMC Insurance Conditional Renewal
Jayhawk Software Renewal
Memorial Stone Design Proposal
COUNCIL & COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilman Ervin –
Councilman Kelly –
Councilwoman Pemberton –
Councilwoman Pritchett –
Councilman Stewart–
Mayor Jurgensen –
OLD BUSINESS
FEMA Flooding–
NEW BUSINESS
ADJOURN Time ____________ Moved by ______________, 2nd ___________________, Approved ___________
Unapproved Minutes of the Uniontown City Council on Jan. 12
The Regular Council Meeting on January 12, 2026 at Uniontown Community Center was called to order at 7:00PM by Mayor Jurgensen. Council members present were Amber Kelly, Mary Pemberton, Savannah Pritchett, and Bradley Stewart at 7:10PM and Councilmember-elect Kyle Knight. Also in attendance for all or part of the meeting was Mike Ramsey, City Superintendent Bobby Rich, City Treasurer Sally Johnson and City Clerk Haley Arnold.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS
Motion by Pemberton, Second by Pritchett, Approved 3-0, to approve Mayor Approval of 2026 CMB License Applications.
City Clerk Arnold administered the oath of office to re-elected Mayor Larry Jurgensen and to newly elected Councilman Kyle Knight.
Open discussion took place on the available councilmember position. After discussion on possible new councilmembers, Amber Kelly volunteered to fill the vacant position.
Motion by Stewart, Second by Pritchett, Approved 4-0, to approve Amber Kelly for an additional term of office on the Council.
Council thanked Kelly for serving another term as councilwoman.
City Clerk Arnold administered the oath of office to Amber Kelly.
Motion by Pemberton, Second by Pritchett, Approved 4-0, to approve Bradly Stewart as president of the Council.
CITIZENS REQUEST
Mr. Mike Ramsey addressed the Council with questions regarding the memorial stones and the process for purchasing a stone. Council advised that, at this time, only one memorial stone requires repairs. Council further stated that there is no specific numbering or designation system for individual stones within the park. Individuals wishing to purchase a stone must provide a description of the stone’s location.
Council informed Mr. Ramsey that the $150 purchase fee includes the stone itself and lifetime maintenance of the stone. Mr. Ramsey was provided with the memorial stone design form and advised that the form was officially adopted at the previous month’s Council meeting. Council explained that prior to purchasing a stone, both the purchase fee and the proposed engraving design must receive Council approval before engraving may proceed.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Treasurer Johnson presented the December 2025 Treasurer’s Report. Beginning Checking Account Balance for all funds was $210,072.85, Receipts $51,497.04, Transfers Out $20,016.00, Expenditures $40,808.43, Checking Account Closing Balance $200,745.46. Bank Statement Balance $218,472.49, including Checking Account Interest of $45.08, Outstanding Deposits $0, Outstanding Checks $17,727.03, Reconciled Balance $200,745.46. Water Utilities Certificates of Deposit $38,724.94, Sewer Utilities Certificate of Deposit $23,332.48, Gas Utilities Certificates of Deposit $45,677.57, Total All Funds, including Certificates of Deposit $308,480.45. Year-to-Date Interest in Checking Acct is $623.56, and Utility CDs $2,458.47 for a Total Year-to-Date Interest of $3,082.03. Also included the status of the Projects Checking Account for the month of December 2025, Beginning Balance $0, Receipts $0, Expenditures $0, Ending Balance $0. December Transfers from Sewer Utility Fund to Sewer Revolving Loan $1,400.00; from Water Utility Fund to GO Water Bond & Interest $1,616.00; from General Fund to Capital Improvement-Streets $4,000.00; from Water Utility Fund to Capital Improvement-Streets $2,000.00, for Total Transfers of $20,016.00. Net Loss for the month of December $9,327.39, Year-to-Date Net Loss $63,118.28. Budget vs Actual Gas Fund YTD Revenue $118,624.48 (88.1%), Expenditures $134,188.42 (87.9%); Sewer Fund YTD Revenue $35,276.00 (94.8%), Expenditures $45,483.46 (98.6%); Water Fund YTD Revenue $114,866.39 (92.7%), Expenditures $129,756.54 (81.4%); General Fund YTD Revenue $181,648.12 (121.3%), Expenditures $231,798.36 (108.5%); and Special Highway YTD Revenue $8,101.28 (111.6%), Expenditures $7,251.44 (99.9%). The January 2026 payables to date in the amount of $13,788.21. Treasurer Johnson reported that she has further corrections to make to the budget for the beginning of the 2025 year.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Kelly, Second by Stewart, Approved 5-0, to approve Consent Agenda:
- Minutes of December 9, 2025 Regular Meeting
- December Treasurer’s Report, Profit & Loss Report by Class & January Accounts Payables
- Designate Union State Bank as official bank
- Designate Fort Scott Tribune as official newspaper
- Resolution 2026-0112-01 GAAP Waiver
- Destruction of records for 2015 and prior
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
City Superintendent Bobby Rich informed the Council that several water and gas meters are in need of replacement. The Council discussed the price differences between purchasing new versus used meters, the total number of water and gas meters currently in use, and the average number requiring replacement each year. The Council instructed Superintendent Rich that the City should plan to replace 15 water meters and 12 gas meters annually. The Council further advised Superintendent Rich to conduct an inventory of meters currently in stock and to provide updated pricing information at the next Council meeting.
Clerk Arnold asked the Council if the city was interested in our yearly rabies clinic on the last Saturday in March. Council advised to go ahead with the clinic.
Arnold also asked if the city wanted to provide a donation to the SOS party.
Motion by Kelly, Second by Pritchett, Approved 5-0, to approve a $100 donation to the SOS party.
Arnold informed the council of the upcoming 2026 Municipal Court Clerks Conference and the CCMFOA Spring Conference both in March and inquired if the city would approve her to attend both conferences.
Motion by Kelly, Second by Stewart, Approved 5-0, to approve City Clerk Haley Arnold to attend 2026 Municipal Court Clerks Orientation and Conference on March 26th and 27th.
Motion by Kelly, Second by Stewart, Approved 5-0, to approve City Clerk Haley Arnold to attend the CCMFOA Spring Conference on March 11-13th.
COUNCIL REPORT
Councilman Knight – nothing
Councilwoman Kelly – nothing
Councilwoman Pemberton – nothing
Councilwoman Pritchett – nothing
Councilman Stewart – nothing
Mayor Jurgensen – Informed the Council of an upcoming water rate increase from Consolidated Rural Water District #2. The Council was advised that Carey Spoon, the SEK Regional Planning Commissioner, will attend the February Council meeting to discuss potential grant opportunities. Jurgensen stated that one of the primary focuses for a grant would be the cleaning, camera inspection, and lining of the City’s sewer system lines. Discussion followed regarding possible project costs and the types of grants that may be available.
OLD BUSINESS
FEMA Flooding– Marbery Concrete Inc is scheduled to resume work on Wednesday, weather permitting. The crew will be working on Union Street, 1st Street, and Clay Street as they continue with the remainder of the project. During discussion of the ditches at 1st and Clay Streets, Council agreed that contractor should proceed with any work necessary to complete the project.
NEW BUSINESS
Executive session not needed.
Moved by Kelly, Second by Stewart, Approved 5-0, to adjourn at 8:18PM.
Amended Ft.Scott Commission Agenda
NOTICE OF AND AGENDA FOR REGULAR
MEETING OF FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION
City Hall Commission Room – 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
February 3, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.
AMENDED
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
- Approval of Agenda
- Consent Agenda
- Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1401-A – Expense Approval Report –
Payment Dates of January 15, 2026 – January 27, 2026 – $420,842.25
- Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting of January 20, 2026
- Public Comment
VII. Appearances
- Stephen Mitchell – IT Update
VIII. Unfinished Business – ADDITION OF ITEM
- Status update of Alleged Unsafe and Dangerous Structure at 602 S. Barbee – L. Kruger
- New Business
Public Hearings:
- Consideration of RESOLUTION NO. 9-2026 RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AT 310 N. CLEVELAND – L. Kruger
- Consideration of RESOLUTION NO. 10-2026 A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AT 601 S. LITTLE – L. Kruger
Action Items:
- Status update of 18 S. HOLBROOK – Tabled from November 18, 2025 – L. Kruger
REMOVAL OF ITEM
- Consideration of changes to Ordinance No. 3793 – AN ORDINANCE REGULATING PUBLIC OFFENSES WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT SCOTT, KSANSAS; INCORPORATING BY REFERENCE THE UNIFORM PUBLIC OFFENSE CODE FOR KANSAS CITIES, 41ST EDITION, PROVIDING CERTAIN PENALTIES AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 3749 – K. Salsbury
- Approval to go out for bids for Cape Seal Project – B. Matkin
- Discussion – City lake properties – B. Matkin
- Discussion – Contractor Licensing – B. Matkin
- Discussion – Condition of Horton Street – J. Dickman
- Reports and Comments
- Adjourn
