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Brad Matkin is the New Fort Scott Interim City Manager

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Brad Matkin. Submitted photo.

At the Fort Scott City Commission meeting on Dec. 20, Brad Matkin was promoted to interim city manager, after having served as assistant city manager since September 2022.

Fort Scott City Hall.

Josh Jones, a Fort Scott Commissioner, congratulated Matkins for being moved up to interim city manager on his Facebook page, following the meeting.

“The current interim city manager will be retained at a cheaper rate to provide guidance for Brad,” Jones said.

On Sept. 20, the City of Fort Scott hired Jeff Hancock as interim city manager, and appointed Brad Matkin, current Human Resource Director, to become assistant city manager in addition to his HR duties. Matkin’s salary was increased to $85,000 annually.

To view a prior story:

Zellner Resigns, New Interim Jeff Hancock is Hired as FS City Manager

Matkin is in a 90 evaluation period for the city manager position now, he said.

“They will review the situation in three months,” Matkin said. “I’ll still be doing the human resource duties but will be looking for additional staff to take over some of the roles I have.”

Matkin’s city manager duties include:

communications to citizens, staff, commission, and media;

staffing-there are currently 92 employees with searches on for one more in the streets, police and fire departments;

day-to-day operations;

and project management.

Here are the projects he manages as interim city manager:

There is a winter street project, which will be busy the next couple of days with an Arctic Blast headed this way.

“We’ve got a great group of guys in the streets department,” Matkin said. “And the street superintendent has been through this kind of weather before. The dump trucks and plows are ready.”

The water department could be busy with broken pipes during this upcoming Arctic Blast, he said.

Other projects under his jurisdiction: resolving the downtown parking shortage, the Memorial Hall renovation, the golf course and Gunn Park improvements, and 100 more Fort Scott blocks of streets to be chipped and sealed, Matkin said.

“And whatever comes up, day to day,” he said.

“As mayor, I have had the privilege of working with Mr. Matkin on many different occasions in his previous role as Assistant City Manager,” FS Mayor Katherine Harrington said. “I feel that over this time he has grown as a manager and demonstrated that he was ready to take on this new role as Interim. I look forward to working with him more in 2023 and seeing how he leads this community forward.”

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Winter Storm and Wind Chill Watches In Effect

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Winter Storm and Wind Chill Watches In Effect —

Confidence remains high that dangerous wind chills and winter precipitation will arrive Thursday, according the NOAA.GOV. Wind chills of -20 to -30 F and accumulating snowfall will create dangerous conditions for those outdoors.

NOAA latest information here:
www.weather.gov/sgf/dsspacket

“This is going to be a very cold deep freezing winter weather situation,” William Wallis, Bourbon County Emergency Management, said. “If you must travel please make sure you have a winter care survival kit plus extra blankets and several cell phones if you breakdown and get stranded.”

 

 

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Bourbon County, Government, Housing

Upgraded Bathrooms in the Future For Cottonwood Estates, Uniontown

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Cottonwood Estates in the 200 block of Fifth Street in Uniontown.

Uniontown’s Rural Renting Housing, Inc. has received a $40,000 grant to update bathrooms for the residents of Cottonwood Estates, located in the 200 block of Fifth Street.

The funds will be used to continue phase two of the rehabilitation process of the 12-unit housing complex.

“The first round of grant money we received was $25k,”  Jennie McKee, site manager, said. “The funds received were to make ADA accessibility improvements to the bathrooms. This would include the zero threshold showers, adding grab bars, ADA height toilets, etc.. It was originally estimated that we could get 6 bathrooms completed for that amount but with the increase in materials we hope to get 5 bathrooms completed for the $25k. With the additional $40k in grant money we will be able to complete the remaining 7 bathrooms.”

 

“These walk-in showers will be very helpful for many of the tenants,” said McKee.

This is a zero threshold shower that is being completed in Cottonwood Estates.

Tenants must be 62 years old or receiving disability, SSI, from the government. Currently there is a waiting list for the units.

“We began the process one and a half years ago with a $25,000 grant through USDA,” she said. “We were hoping that would do the cost of the walk-in showers, but it didn’t. SEKRPC applied for a second round of grants.”

“The first round was tiled with zero threshold, the rest will be pre-made,” she said.

SEKRPC helps individuals, companies, and government agencies with finance packaging, advice, and procedures, according to its website. It’s resources are available for community improvement, economic development, and other urgent needs.

Three shower updates that were started with the first round of grants are nearing completion. They were empty units, waiting for new tenants

“They should be done before the end of the year,” McKee said.

“It took a long time for Rural Development to distribute the funds,” McKee said. “Contractor issues led to the project starting in September 2022.”

SG2, Uniontown, was the contractor following the bidding process.

When work begins in the second round of the shower project, the tenant will be displaced for about five days per apartment while the bathroom is remodeled.

A hospitality room in a nearby church will be utilized for that tenant while the remodel is underway.

Funds won’t be available until late winter or early spring 2023, she said.

“Rehabs of older properties are not usually given grants,” McKee said. “It’s usually new builds.”

This grant required no match from the grantee.

The Uniontown Rural Rental Inc. board is comprised of Ron Eldridge-president, Larry Jurgensen-vice president, Lucille Ward-secretary and treasurer and other members: Matt Noll, Dan Ramsey, Susan Karleskint and Brenda Gleason.

In normal years, the board meets twice yearly and more if needed.

McKee can be contacted at 620.756.1000.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran’s Newsletter

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Supporting Our Military Men and Women
The strength and preparedness of our military is a direct deterrent to our adversaries. Making certain our men and women in uniform have cutting-edge technology, an arsenal of advanced weapons and ample support for military families will determine the long-term success of our military. These provisions will also help overcome our military’s current recruiting crisis by acting as a way to attract and retain talented young men and women who desire to serve their country.

On Thursday night, the Senate passed the FY2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to give our troops the largest pay raise in 20 years, resupply our depleted weapons stock and make certain servicemembers have the equipment they need to complete their missions. As Russia continues its unjust war in Ukraine and China remains our foremost threat, it’s critical that Congress provides the resources necessary for our military to be combat-ready.

Wins for Kansas in the NDAA:

● Authorizes funding to support the construction of an unaccompanied enlisted barracks at Fort Riley.

● Authorizes funding for the construction of a microgrid at Fort Riley, increasing the resiliency of energy supply in the event of natural or man-made power outages.

● Allows for more veterans to lead Junior ROTC programs across the country. This reduces certain barriers for more programs to be stood up in Kansas, which is an underrepresented state by the Junior ROTC program.

The NDAA also includes many of my other priorities:

● Requires that certain military equipment, such as body armor and protective gear, be manufactured in the U.S by small businesses.

● Requires a report detailing the operational impact on the National Defense Strategy of Tactical Control Party specialists force structure in the Air National Guard prior to the divestment of any units.

● Requires the Secretary of Defense to report on current alternatives to burn pits and ongoing efforts to field additional technologies.

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Gov. Kelly Releases Tax Cut Plan

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Governor Kelly Releases Tax Cut Plan to Save Kansans More Than $500M Over Next Three Years

~~ Calls on Bipartisan Legislators to Join Her in ‘Axing Your Taxes’ ~~

ROELAND PARK – Governor Laura Kelly today released her three-part ‘Axing Your Taxes’ plan to save Kansans more than $500 million over the next three years. The comprehensive plan delivers on major campaign promises, including a push to immediately ‘axe the tax’ on groceries and eliminate the state sales tax on diapers and feminine hygiene products; create an annual state sales tax holiday for school supplies; and cut taxes on social security for retirees.

“I’m pleased to introduce a plan that axes taxes for Kansas families and retirees in a way that keeps our state’s economy and budget strong,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “By cutting taxes on groceries and diapers, school supplies, and social security, this plan will put money back in Kansans’ pockets and create real savings for those who need it most.”

Last spring, Governor Kelly signed the “Axe the Food Tax” bill to gradually eliminate the 6.5% state sales tax on groceries, which is one of the highest in the country, starting January 1, 2023. If passed, the first part of her ‘Axing Your Taxes’ plan would supersede the gradual reduction and immediately zero-out the tax – as well as the state sales tax on other essentials like diapers and feminine hygiene products, which were not included in the 2022 bill. View the bill draft here.

The second part of the ‘Axing Your Taxes’ plan would create a three-day zero percent sales tax holiday on school supplies, personal computers, instructional materials, and art supplies, every August. The holiday would provide relief to families and teachers gearing up for back to school and keep Kansas retailers competitive to surrounding states. View the bill draft here.

Right now, Kansans earning less than $75,000 annually do not pay state income tax on social security income. But once they earn a dollar more – including through investments and life insurance policies – the entirety of their social security income is subject to state income tax. The third part of Governor Kelly’s ‘Axing Your Taxes’ plan would smooth out that cliff so no Kansan making under $100,000 pays full taxes on social security. View the bill draft here.

These tax cuts are possible through Governor Kelly’s fiscal responsibility and leadership during her first term as governor.

“I am calling on legislators of both parties to support these bills and provide practical financial relief to families and retirees across our great state,” she said.

Bourbon County, Government

Uniontown City Minutes of Dec. 13

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Unapproved minutes

The Regular Council Meeting on December 13, 2022 at Uniontown City Hall, was called to order at 7:00PM by President of Council Ervin.  Council members present were Jess Ervin, Danea Esslinger, Josh Hartman, and Bradley Stewart.  Also in attendance for all or part of the meeting were Joshua Bales and Jason Thompson-Green Environmental Services, Linda and Danny Nation-4 States Sanitation, Raymond “Skeet” George, Joe George, Mary Pemberton, City Attorney Jacob Manbeck, City Superintendent Bobby Rich, Codes Enforcement Officer Doug Coyan, City Treasurer Charlene Bolinger, and City Clerk Sally Johnson.

 

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS

Public Hearing for city trash service – Attorney Manbeck opened the hearing.  There was discussion with the vendor representatives about services they can offer and current private residential rates.  There were no comments from the citizens in attendance.  Over the next three months the City will finalize the planning of the proposed trash service.

 

Ruritan Bathroom Project, Raymond “Skeet” George – Mr George requested a recess for the Council to walk to the restroom to view progress.

 

Motion by Stewart, Second by Esslinger, Approved 4-0 to recess for 5 minutes to view the progress

 

Open meeting resumed at 7:26PM.

 

Mr George would like to have guttering put on the building, LACO will donate if there is a sign acknowledging the donation.  A list of entities/individuals that donated time and service to the construction will be given to Clerk Johnson to send thank you notes.  Clerk Johnson will research a sign for the building that acknowledges the building provided by Uniontown Ruritan and those who donated time/service to the project.  Total cost of the facility is upwards of $50,000.

 

Motion by Hartman, Second by Esslinger, Approved 4-0 to allow signs acknowledging those responsible for the construction of the restroom building

 

Councilman Ervin asked to have the custodial job description amended to include the cleaning of the new restroom facilities.

 

CITIZENS REQUEST

None

 

Motion by Hartman, Second by Stewart, Approved 4-0 to enter into executive session pursuant to non-elected personnel matters exception, KSA 4319(b)(1) in order to discuss performance on non-elected personnel, open meeting to resume at 7:30PM

 

Open meeting resumed at 7:30PM.  Council presented bonuses to staff.

 

FINANCIAL REPORT

Treasurer Bolinger present the November 2022 Treasurer’s Report.  Beginning Checking Account Balance for all funds was $363,706.17, Receipts $37,281.81, Transfers Out $12,776.00, Expenditures $33,573.47, Checking Account Closing Balance $354,638.51. Bank Statement Balance $356,257.28, including Checking Account Interest of $49.96, Outstanding Deposits $216.27, Outstanding Checks $1,835.04, Reconciled Balance $354,638.51.  Water Utilities Certificates of Deposit $30,159.60, Sewer Utilities Certificate of Deposit $18,668.01, Gas Utilities Certificates of Deposit $28,436.60, Total All Funds, including Certificates of Deposit $431,902.72. Year-to-Date Interest in Checking Acct is $361.40, and Utility CDs $362.78 for a Total Year-to-Date Interest of $724.18.  Also included the status of the Projects Checking Account for the month of November 2022, Beginning Balance $0, Receipts $0, Expenditures $0, Ending Balance $0.  November Transfers from Sewer Utility Fund to Sewer Revolving Loan $1,402.00 and to Capital Improvement-Streets $250.00; from Water Utility Fund to GO Water Bond & Interest $1,624.00 and to Capital Improvement-Streets $750.00; from Gas Utility Fund to Capital Improvement-Streets $6,250.00; from General Fund to Capital Improvement-Streets $2,500.00, Total Transfers of $12,776.00.  Net Loss for the month of November $9,067.66, Year-to-Date Net Income $30,895.01.  Budget vs Actual Water Fund YTD Revenue $108,458.97 (102.9%), Expenditures $100,869.46 (77.2%); Sewer Fund YTD Revenue $32,090.30 (89.9%), Expenditures $32,458.78 (79.1%); Gas Fund YTD Revenue $113,457.96 (81.3%), Expenditures $144,157.30 (58.8%); General Fund YTD Revenue $140,825.06 (109.6%), Expenditures $133,508.49 (80.8%); and Special Highway YTD Revenue $7,661.33 (111.8%), Expenditures $10,620.81 (99.9%).  The December 2022 estimated payables, including end of year transfers, in the amount of $51,747.08 were presented.

 

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion by Esslinger, Second by Hartman, Approved 4-0, to approve Consent Agenda:

  • Minutes of November 7, 2022, Regular Council Meeting
  • Treasurer’s Report, Monthly Transaction Report & Accounts Payables

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

City Superintendent Rich reported the KDHE inspected the wastewater and water systems.

Black Hills was here last week for leak survey, no leaks found.

He spoke to someone about the tree limbs overhanging on Second Street between Hill and Clay Streets.  They were supposed to trim but haven’t.  He will talk to them again.

 

Codes Enforcement Officer Coyan reported Smith Estate demolition is about 80% complete.

There was a complaint about the possibility of someone living in a RV at 401 Sherman.  A letter was sent and owner responded that no one is living in it, he is working on it at night.  He will remove from the property in the near future.  Clerk Johnson also reported on a noise complaint.  She spoke with the person being complained about and has since been informed that the issue has been resolved.

 

Clerk Johnson and Councilman Ervin reported on the KMGA Prepay Gas Supply Project.  After discussion, Council asked to have KMGA representative give a presentation with more details about the project.  Clerk Johnson will contact them to set up a meeting.  The December KMGA member update was discussed.

She reminded Council of upcoming League of Kansas Municipalities events and trainings.

Kansas Municipal Utilities has scheduled a Special Meeting of the KMU Membership to consider amendments to the bylaws to change status from 501(c)4, for profit, to 501(c)3, non-profit.  A voting delegate had not been named since 2014.

 

Motion by Ervin, Second by Hartman, Approved 4-0 to designate Amber Kelly as KMU voting delegate

Motion by Hartman, Second by Esslinger, Approved 4-0 to designate Larry Jurgensen as KMU alternate delegate

 

This is the last year she and her husband will be decorating the park.  She asked that the holiday decorations not be stored in the shop attic area any longer.  It is too difficult to put them up and take them down from there.  It was agreed they could be stored in the warehouse. It was suggested to put on the October 2023 agenda to solicit volunteers or set a workday to put the decorations out.

 

COUNCIL REPORT

Councilman Ervin – thanked Frankie & Sally Johnson for their years of volunteering to decorate the park for Christmas.

Councilwoman Esslinger – nothing

Councilman Hartman – nothing

Councilwoman Kelly – absent

Councilman Stewart – nothing

Mayor Jurgensen – absent

 

OLD BUSINESS

Due to Mayor Jurgensen not in attendance,

 

Motion by Hartman, Second be Esslinger, Approved 4-0 to table discussion on the School Pond Project and Placemaking Project until January 2023 meeting.

 

American Rescue Plan Act update – three sealed bids for remodel of existing City Hall restrooms into one ADA compliant unisex restroom.  Bid 1 – Terry Nading, $26,130.56; Bid 2 – French’s Plumbing, $26,575.00; Bid 3 – Karlskint & Marsh Const, $27,630.00.

 

Motion by Ervin, Second by Hartman, Approved 4-0 to award to Terry Nading in the amount of $26,130.56

 

Clerk Johnson will call Nading in the morning to inform of the award.  She will mail a formal notice of award and set up contract signing and notice to proceed before the first of the year.

 

NEW BUSINESS

CMB License Renewal for 2023 – Union Station

 

Motion by Hartman, Second by Stewart, Approved 4-0 to approve 2023 CMB License for Union Station

 

Motion by Hartman, Second by Stewart, Approved 4-0 to enter into executive session pursuant to confidential data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust, and individual proprietorships exception, KSA 75-4319(b)(4), in order to discuss confidential financial information and include Sally Johnson, the open meeting to resume at 8:55PM

 

Open meeting resumed at 8:55PM with no action from session.

 

Moved by Ervin, Second by Hartman, Approved 5-0, to adjourn at 8:57PM

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Agenda for Bourbon County Commission Dec. 20 Amended

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Agenda
Bourbon County Commission Room
1st Floor, County Courthouse
210 S. National Avenue
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Date: December 20, 2022
1st District–Nelson Blythe Minutes: Approved: _______________
2nd District–Jim Harris Corrected: _______________________
3rd District–Clifton Beth Adjourned at: _______________
County Clerk–Ashley Shelton
MEETING HELD IN THE COMMISSION ROOM BEGINNING at 6:00PM.
BUDGET AMENDMENT HEARING BEGINNING AT 6:00PM.
• Flag Salute
• Renewal of Cereal Malt Beverage Permit – Hidden Valley, 93 Hackberry Rd
Justifications for Executive Session:
KSA 75–4319(b)(1) To discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
KSA 75–4319(b)(2) For consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney–client relationship
KSA 75–4319(b)(3) To discuss matters relating to employer–employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative(s) of the body or agency
KSA 75–4319(b)(4) To discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust, and individual proprietorships
KSA 75–4319(b)(6) For the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property
KSA 75–4319(b)(12) To discuss matters relating to security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting would jeopardize such security measures.

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Amended Agenda Bourbon County Commission Meets at 6 p.m. on Dec. 20

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Agenda
Bourbon County Commission Room
1st Floor, County Courthouse
210 S. National Avenue
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Date: December 20, 2022
1st District–Nelson Blythe Minutes: Approved: _______________
2nd District–Jim Harris Corrected: _______________________
3rd District–Clifton Beth Adjourned at: _______________
County Clerk–Ashley Shelton
MEETING HELD IN THE COMMISSION ROOM BEGINNING at 6:00PM.
BUDGET AMENDMENT HEARING BEGINNING AT 6:00PM WITH COMMISSION MEETING TO
FOLLOW
Call to Order
• Flag Salute
• Approval of Minutes from previous meeting
• Eric Bailey – Road & Bridge Report
• Approval of Accounts Payable
• Ashley Shelton – KAC Renewal
• Ashley Shelton – Renewal of Cereal Malt Beverage Permit – Hidden Valley, 93 Hackberry Rd
• Lora Holdridge – PT Employee to FT Request
• Tiana McElroy – Report from Investigation
• Tiana McElroy – Response Letter
• Susan Bancroft – Chief Financial Officer
o Bank Bids
o Handbook – Section 2
o Broker Selection
• Justin Meeks – County Counselor Comment
o Executive Session (3 sessions) KSA 75–4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of
individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
• Shane Walker – Chief Information Officer Comment
• Public Comment
• Commission Comment


Justifications for Executive Session:
KSA 75–4319(b)(1) To discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
KSA 75–4319(b)(2) For consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney–client relationship
KSA 75–4319(b)(3) To discuss matters relating to employer–employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative(s) of the body or agency
KSA 75–4319(b)(4) To discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust, and individual proprietorships
KSA 75–4319(b)(6) For the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property
KSA 75–4319(b)(12) To discuss matters relating to security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting would jeopardize such security measures.

Attachments:

DBB Letter

Handbook Section 2

Assured Partners Timeline

Tiana McElroy – Agenda Request Form

Lora Holdridge – Agenda Request Form

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Bourbon County Commission Agenda for Dec. 20

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Agenda
Bourbon County Commission Room
1st Floor, County Courthouse
210 S. National Avenue
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Date: December 20, 2022
1st District–Nelson Blythe Minutes: Approved: _______________
2nd District–Jim Harris Corrected: _______________________
3rd District–Clifton Beth Adjourned at: _______________
County Clerk–Ashley Shelton
MEETING HELD IN THE COMMISSION ROOM BEGINNING at 6:00PM.
Call to Order
• Flag Salute
• Approval of Minutes from previous meeting
• Eric Bailey – Road & Bridge Report
• Approval of Accounts Payable
• Ashley Shelton – KAC Renewal
• Ashley Shelton – Renewal of Cereal Malt Beverage Permit – Hidden Valley, 93 Hackberry Rd
• Lora Holdridge – PT Employee to FT Request
• Tiana McElroy – Report from Investigation
• Tiana McElroy – Response Letter
• Susan Bancroft – Chief Financial Officer
o Bank Bids
o Handbook – Section 2
o Broker Selection
• Justin Meeks – County Counselor Comment
o Executive Session (3 sessions) KSA 75–4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of
individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
• Shane Walker – Chief Information Officer Comment
• Public Comment
• Commission Comment
Justifications for Executive Session:
KSA 75–4319(b)(1) To discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
KSA 75–4319(b)(2) For consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney–client relationship
KSA 75–4319(b)(3) To discuss matters relating to employer–employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative(s) of the body or agency
KSA 75–4319(b)(4) To discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust, and individual proprietorships
KSA 75–4319(b)(6) For the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property
KSA 75–4319(b)(12) To discuss matters relating to security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting would jeopardize such security measures.

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Minutes of FS City Commission Special Meeting Dec. 12

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CITY OF FORT SCOTT
SPECIAL CITY COMMISSION MEETING
123 SOUTH MAIN STREET
FORT SCOTT, KANSAS 66701
NOVEMBER 7, 2022, AT 12:00 PM
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CITY OF FORT SCOTT
SPECIAL CITY COMMISSION MEETING
Minutes of December 12, 2022
A special meeting of the Fort Scott City Commission was held December 12th,
2022, at 5:15 p.m. in the City Commission Meeting Room, 123 S. Main Street,
Fort Scott, Kansas.
ROLL CALL:
Commissioners: Josh Jones, Tim VanHoecke, Matthew Wells, Edwin Woellhof
and Kathryn Harrington, Mayor
FLAG SALUTE
AUDIENCE IN ATTENDANCE: Jeff Hancock, Interim City Manager, Brad
Matkin, Assistant City Manager, Rob Harrington, Bourbon County REDI, Emily
Diebolt, Grants Manager of Bourbon County REDI, Tammy Helm, Editor of The
Fort Scott Tribune, Jessica Allison, and Lisa Lewis, City Clerk.
CONSIDERATION:
1. Approval of Grant for Memorial Hall Work
M. Wells stated that he called for a special Commission meeting to approve a
Grant found by Rob Harrington and Emily Diebolt of Bourbon County REDI.
The Grant would include funds for remodeling the Genealogy Department,
removing the mold, repairing the steps at the front of the building, sealing up
the exterior of the building and installing more energy efficient windows.
Rob Harrington addressed the Commission stating that Bourbon County REDI
just recently found this grant through the National Parks Service and spoke of
the need to repair Memorial Hall. He stated that the total to do the basement,
steps, exterior and new windows would be $881,220.00 and the grant is a
50/50 match. $440,610.00 will be requested from the federal government. The
remaining $440,610.00 that the City is responsible for could come from cash
In-Kind Donation (materials or services). The grant allows for up to 25% (federal
portion and cost share) to use for Administrative costs. R. Harrington stated
that Bourbon County REDI would waive that 25% ($220,305.00) which would
be used toward the In-Kind donation which would make the City’s portion
$220,305.00. He stated that the City has already budgeted $125,000.00
bringing the City’s portion down to $95,305.00 to each the total match needed
to repair all the items previously stated. He stated that a 10% contingency was
added to the total in the event of price increases. The grant is awarded in July;
therefore, some items would have to be held off until the award is announced.
He also discussed the option of not including the contingency.

CITY OF FORT SCOTT
SPECIAL CITY COMMISSION MEETING
123 SOUTH MAIN STREET
FORT SCOTT, KANSAS 66701
NOVEMBER 7, 2022, AT 12:00 PM
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R. Harrington stated that what he is asking the Commission to act upon is to
allow Bourbon County REDI to move forward with the grant application with
the understanding that the City will pay the match not to exceed $700,000.00
R. Harrington said that with this grant, not all money is needed when the
application is submitted, only a plan is needed of how the money will be
obtained.
T. VanHoeck asked if the Commission would be going out for bids for this
project.
R. Harrington stated that following federal procurement regulations were
included in this grant process which requires going out for bids.
Discussion was had about In-Kind Donations and prevailing wage rate.
J. Hancock asked R. Harrington to look check other grants to see if the others
were comparable to the 25% Administrative Fee, which seemed high to him.
R. Harrington stated that he agreed it was high, but the purpose was to be able
to put it toward the match for the City.
R. Harrington said the grant application is due on December 20th, 2022, and
that is why he is asking for the Commission to act tonight.
M. Wells motioned to allow Bourbon County REDI to apply for the National
Parks Grant to make the repairs to Memorial Hall and allow for the
contingencies but not to exceed $700,000.00. J. Jones seconded the motion.
All voted aye.
APPROVED TO ALLOW BOURBON COUNTY REDI TO APPLY FOR THE
NATIONAL PARKS GRANT TO MAKE THE REPAIRS TO MEMORIAL HALL
AND ALLOW FOR THE CONTINGENCIES BUT NOT TO EXCEED
$700,000.00.
ADJOURNMENT:
J. Jones motioned to adjourn the meeting at 5:33 PM. M. Wells seconded. All
voted aye.
ADJOURNED MEETING AT 5:33 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa Lewis
City Clerk

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Minutes of FS City Commission for Dec. 6

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Draft of CITY OF FORT SCOTT
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
Minutes of December 6, 2022 Regular Meeting
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CITY OF FORT SCOTT
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
Minutes of December 6th, 2022 Regular Meeting
The regular meeting of the Fort Scott City Commission was held December 6th,2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Commission Meeting Room at City Hall, 123 S.Main Street, Fort Scott, Kansas.
ROLL CALL:
Commissioners J. Jones, T. Van Hoecke, M. Wells, E. Woellhof were present withMayor K. Harrington.
FLAG SALUTE AND INVOCATION: M. Wells, said a prayer asking God for guidance for the City, our Government and City officials.
AUDIENCE IN ATTENDANCE: Jeff Hancock, Interim City Manager, BradMatkin, Assistant City Manager, Travis Shelton, Police Chief, Dave Bruner, Fire Chief, Jason Dickman, City Engineer, Rachel French, Sally Hutchins, LindsayMadison, Joseph Lotterer, and Carolyn Lotterer.
CONSENT AGENDA:
A. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of November 15th, 2022
B. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1325-A totaling $298,158.88
C. Request to Pay – J. Richardson Construction – $9,922.77 – 17th and Eddy Stormwater Improvements
D. Request to Pay – Nuss & Farmer – $1105.00 – Outside Contract Work
E. Request to Pay – O’Brien Rock Co., Inc. – $5,840.00 – Cooper Street Project
F. Request to Pay – Hawkins, Inc – $9,756.57 – Water Treatment Supplies
G. Request to Pay – Susan Bancroft – $105.63 – 2022 Contractual Oversight
J. Jones questioned the fuel surcharge on the invoice from (Consent Agenda Item
E). He questioned whether it had been charged in the past. B. Matkin stated they had not and would investigate the charge.
T. Van Hoecke motioned to approve the Consent Agenda minus Item E – Request
to Pay O’Brien Rock Co. $5,840.00 for Cooper Street Project until the fuel surcharge is reconciled. M. Wells seconded. All voted aye.
APPROVED CONSENT AGENDA MINUS ITEM E – REQUEST TO PAY O’BRIEN ROCK CO. $5,840.00 FOR COOPER STREET PROJECT UNTIL THE FUEL SURCHARGE IS RECONCILED.

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Public Comment: None
Old Business:
1. Consideration of Amended Truck Route Ordinances
T. Van Hoecke asked J. Hancock if there was a timeframe given for the TEAP Grant for the truck route study. J. Hancock stated there is no update to report. T. Van Hoecke stated his concern over spending time and money prior to the completion of the study and having to change everything. J. Hancock estimated the study will take approximately eight (8) months.
T. Shelton provided comments on enforcement concerns and discussion was had on the process of enforcing these temporary ordinances.
M. Wells stated that he met with the Streets Advisory Board, and they agree with the language in the amended Ordinances.
Discussion was had regarding the bridges not rated for truck weight, trucks not using the truck routes and destroying streets that were recently fixed and enforcing the ordinances on the books while the study is being completed.
M. Wells moved to pass the following: Ordinance 3621 – amending Ordinance
2740 Sect. 10.48.030 – Penalty for Violation, Ordinance 3622 – amending Ordinance 2787 Sect. 10.48.020 – Routes Designated, and Ordinance 3623 – amending Ordinance 2740 Sect. 10.48.010 – Vehicles Required to Follow Truck Routes.
K. Harrington stated the Ordinances would be considered individually.
M. Wells motioned to approve Ordinance 3621 – amending Ordinance 2740
Sect. 10.48.030 – Penalty for Violation.
Discussion was had on the amount of the penalty for violation. T. Shelton stated that he would like to see this move forward but with a grace period.
K. Harrington seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED ORDINANCE 3621 – AMENDING ORDINANCE 2740 SECT.
10.48.030 – PENALTY FOR VIOLATION.
M. Wells motioned to approve Ordinance 3622 – amending Ordinance 2787 Sect. 10.48.020 – Routes Designated. K. Harrington seconded the motion. M. Wells, J. Jones, E. Woellhof, and K. Harrington voted aye. T. VanHoecke voted nay.

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APPROVED ORDINANCE 3622 – AMENDING ORDINANCE 2787 SECT.
10.48.020 – ROUTES DESIGNATED.
M. Wells motioned to approve Ordinance 3623 – amending Ordinance 2740 Sect. 10.48.010 – Vehicles Required to Follow Truck Routes. K. Harrington seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED ORDINANCE 3623 – AMENDING ORDINANCE 2740 SECT.
10.48.010 – VEHICLES REQUIRED TO FOLLOW TRUCK ROUTES.
Aappearances: Jackson Tough addressed the Commission to report the status of Tourism in Fort Scott which he stated is strengthening. Revenue collected through the Transient Guest Tax is up, finishing $30,000.00 over projections. He presented his plans for marketing in 2023. Funds are being diverted toward online marketing instead of paper. In 2023 Tourism will implement more QR Codes throughout the City for visitors directing them back to visitfortscott.com.
He updated all the events from 2022 and the upcoming plans for 2023.


Rachel French, President of My One Stop, addressed the Commission to explain what they are doing as the creative arm of digital media for Tourism in Fort Scott. She talked about the use of QR Codes. She stated that social media is the most utilized form of
searching where to go with Facebook being the most popular for Fort Scott’s demographic which females 35-54.

My One Stop started in August of 2022. From July of 2022 to November of 2022, the organic reach went from 33,000 to 330,000; an increaseof 177.7%. She described what was accomplished while working with Tourism to have a plan and create consistency on social media.
J. Jones inquired about paid advertising on the trolley. J. Tough stated that he would investigate that idea.
T. VanHoecke stated that he wanted the public to know that R. Harrington would not be presenting as stated on the agenda regarding Bourbon County Economic Development. It
will be done at another time.
Public Hearings: J. Jones made a motion to open the Public Hearing at 6:43 p.m. K. Harrington seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED TO OPEN PUBLIC HEARINGS AT 6:43 P.M.
Sally Hutchins addressed the Commission regarding 1107 W. 6 th Street. She is the owner. She does not wish to save the home but does not know what to do with it. She stated she has not received any positive feedback from rehabbers or the Land Bank.
T. VanHoecke stated that he would reach out to Craig Campbell from the Land Bank regarding the property at 1107 W. 6 th Street.
Joseph Lotterer addressed the Commission regarding 523 S. Heylman.

He wants to try to save the home despite the fire. He needs more time to secure finances for repairs.
Thomas Russell spoke to the Commission about the current and past condition of the home.
T. VanHoecke motioned to close the Public Hearing at 7:07 P.M. J. Jones seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 7:07 P.M.
T. Russell addressed the Commission regarding the individual properties being brought before them to approve that they be condemned and move forward with the demolition process.
T. VanHoecke motioned to approve Resolution 42-2022, Directing the Repair or Removal of an Alleged Unsafe and Dangerous Structure and Accessory Structure located at 410 S. Margrave within 10 days. J. Jones seconded the motion. J.
Jones, T. VanHoecke, E. Woellhof and K. Harrington voted aye. M. Wells voted nay.
APPROVED RESOLUTION 42-2022 DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL
OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AND ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 410 S. MARGRAVE WITHIN 10 DAYS OR THE
CITY WILL MOVE FOR BIDS TO HAVE THE STRUCTURE REMOVED.
J. Jones motioned to approve Resolution 43-2022, Directing the Repair or
Removal of an Alleged Unsafe and Dangerous Structure and Accessory Structure
located at 1718 E. Oak within 10 days. M. Wells seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED RESOLUTION 43-2022 DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL
OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AND ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1718 E. OAK WITHIN 10 DAYS OR THE CITY
WILL MOVE FOR BIDS TO HAVE THE STRUCTURE REMOVED.
T. VanHoecke motioned to approve Resolution 44-2022, Directing the Repair or
Removal of an Alleged Unsafe and Dangerous Structure and Accessory Structure
located at 1225 E. Elm within 10 days. T. VanHoecke seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED RESOLUTION 44-2022 DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL
OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AND ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1225 E. ELM WITHIN 10 DAYS OR THE CITY
WILL MOVE FOR BIDS TO HAVE THE STRUCTURE REMOVED.
M. Wells motioned to approve Resolution 45-2022, Directing the Repair or
Removal of an Alleged Unsafe and Dangerous Structure and Accessory Structure
located at 102 S. Horton within 10 days. T. VanHoecke seconded the motion. All voted aye.

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APPROVED RESOLUTION 45-2022 DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL
OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AND ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 102 S. HORTON WITHIN 10 DAYS OR THE CITY
WILL MOVE FOR BIDS TO HAVE THE STRUCTURE REMOVED.
T. VanHoecke motioned to approve Resolution 46-2022, Directing the Repair or
Removal of an Alleged Unsafe and Dangerous Structure and Accessory Structure
located at 102 S. Osbun within 10 days. K. Harrington seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED RESOLUTION 46-2022 DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL
OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AND ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 102 S. OSBUN WITHIN 10 DAYS OR THE CITY
WILL MOVE FOR BIDS TO HAVE THE STRUCTURE REMOVED.
J. Jones motioned to approve Resolution 47-2022, Directing the Repair or
Removal of an Alleged Unsafe and Dangerous Structure and Accessory Structure
located at 1221 S. Main within 10 days, or the City will move for bids to have the
structure removed. M. Wells seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED RESOLUTION 47-2022 DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR REMOVAL
OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AND ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1221 S. MAIN WITHIN 10 DAYS OR THE CITY
WILL MOVE FOR BIDS TO HAVE THE STRUCTURE REMOVED.
M. Wells motioned to give the homeowner of 523 S. Heylman 60-90 days. J.
Hancock stated that the Resolution could be amended from ten (10) days to thirty (30) to sixty (60 days) or proceed to demolition.
Motion is stuck.
M. Wells motioned to table the approval of Resolution 48-2022 until 12/20/2022 and the owner is to be directed to secure the doors and try to get the property cleaned up. J. Jones seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED TO TABLE RESOLUTION 48-2022 UNTIL 12/20/2022 AND THE
OWNER IS TO BE DIRECTED BY THE CODES DEPARTMENT TO SECURE
THE DOORS AND TRY TO GET THE PROPERTY CLEANED UP.
T. VanHoecke motioned to table Resolution 49-2022, Directing the Repair or
Removal of an Alleged Unsafe and Dangerous Structure and Accessory Structure
located at 1107 W. 6th St. until the first City Commission meeting in January 2023. T. VanHoecke stated he would ask the Land Bank to look at this property as well.
M. Wells seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED TO TABLE RESOLUTION 49-2022, DIRECTING THE REPAIR OR
REMOVAL OF AN ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AND
ACCESSORY STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1107 W. 6TH ST. UNTIL THE FIRST
CITY COMMISSION MEETING IN JANUARY 2023.

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New Business:
1. Financial Report:
Interim City Manager Jeff Hancock addressed the City Commission to request they set a Public Hearing for the December 20, 2022, City Commission
meeting to amend the 2022 Annual City Budget.
J. Jones motioned to set a Public Hearing for December 20, 2022, for thepurpose of amending the 2022 Annual City Budget. K. Harrington seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR DECEMBER 20, 2022, FOR
THE PURPOSE OF AMENDING THE 2022 ANNUAL CITY BUDGET.
Discussion was had about the January 2023 meetings.
J. Jones motioned to change the January City Commission meetings to
January 10th and January 24th, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. T. VanHoecke seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED TO CHANGE THE JANUARY CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS
TO JANUARY 10 TH AND JANUARY 24 TH , 2023 AT 6:00 P.M.
2. Consideration of Salary/Wage Ordinance Update for 2023
B. Matkin addressed the Commission regarding the 3% salary/wage increase
budgeted for 2023. He stated that he used Ordinance No. 3601 and added 3%
to the starting wages but did not change the maximum hourly rate or salary.
J. Jones motioned to repeal Ordinance No. 3601, amend the starting salary
and wages by 3% and approve Ordinance No. 3624 to be effective on January
1st, 2023. T. VanHoecke seconded the motion.
T. VanHoecke stated that in the future he would like to find a way to recognize
and compensate exceptional performers with the possibility of an incentive
program. J. Hancock stated that this update is an increase for the cost of
living. Discussion was had about options, and how such a program would be
budgeted and implemented.
J. Jones, T. VanHoeck, M. Wells and K. Harrington voted aye. E. Woellhof not
present for vote.
APPROVED TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 3601, AMEND THE STARTING
SALARY AND WAGES BY 3% AND APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3624 TO BE
EFFECTIVE ON JANUARY 1 ST , 2023.

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3. Consideration of Member Benefit Program for 2023
B. Matkin addressed the Commission regarding the Member (Employee)
Benefit Program that began in 2022. He requested that it be approved again
in 2023 as an incentive to attract and retain City employees.
Discussion was had about the program.
J. Jones motioned to approve the Member (Employee) Benefit program but
amend the Golf Membership to a free yearly single Golf Course Membership,
but the Member (Employee) will pay the difference of the rate for Family
Membership to the Golf Course. T. VanHoecke seconded the motion. M.
Wells, E. Woellhof, T. VanHoecke, and J. Jones voted aye. K. Harrington
voted nay.
Reports and Comments:
A. Interim City Manager Comments:
1. Welcome the new City Commissioner Edwin Woellhof. Will provide information, meet with, and schedule a tour of all City facilities.
2. Past water and sewer master plans were located by Mike Kelsey, Head of Municipal Division of Professional Engineering Consultants. Those plans will be sent to assist in planning upgrades and capital
improvement plans for water and sewer.
3. Consideration of Work Session with the engineer on the upcoming
runway project at the airport. Possibly meet with the Airport Advisory Board as well on issues raised after the recent City/County Commission meeting.
B. Assistant City Manager Comments:
1. Met with J. Jones and Bailey Lyons regarding the Splash Pad. Asked for
any questions from Commissioners on the topic.
T. VanHoecke stated he has been approached by residents regarding
water and sewer issues, cost of water to operate the Splash Pad,
maintenance, and winterizing.
Discussion was had regarding the concerns.
M. Wells asked if the Splash Pad has been run through the Design
Review Board. J. Jones stated that will happen when the final design
is completed.
Further discussion was had regarding the sensory money, location and
bringing the final before the Commission to vote.
T. VanHoecke requested that the site of the Splash Pad be staked out
before the next meeting so Commissioners can look at it before they
vote. J. Jones stated that all that was needed to move forward was the
Commissions approval of the site.

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Discussion was had regarding what would need to be done after
approval of the site.
2. Lake Items:
a. Updated bid price for two (2) inch meter at the west entrance of the
lake, four (4) inch main line from airport – materials and rock saw –
$84,000.00 to be discussed at the next Commission meeting.
T. VanHoecke stated that he had previously requested the current
amount left in the Lake Fund minus expenditures. He would also like
to make sure the Commission is in line with the Lake’s priority list.
b. Requested that Doug Guns get quotes for gutters for the shelter
house. He has those quotes.
M. Wells asked T. VanHoecke to state the items on the Lake’s priority
list. T. VanHoecke stated: electricity, lighting, four (4) docks,
restrooms, water, shelter house, and ADA access to the lake.
M. Wells stated every other item on the list is dependent upon having
electricity and water and requested that B. Matkin get the quotes
from Heartland Electric from Doug Guns.
Discussion was had on getting the list completed and the budge left
in the Lake Fund.
c. RV parking at Gunn Park
d. Memorial Hall steps
e. Lagoon Update: water is clear and oxygen level getting higher.
Meeting with ADM on December 14 th.
f. Cooper Street is open
g. Work continues cart paths at the golf course
h. 2023 budget would like to talk about implementing a Brick Crew with
additional staff
i. Status on completed KORA/KOMA training for Commissioners
j. Winter Street Program: alley repairs, brick road repairs, ditch clean
ups, customer concerns and pothole patches. Projects left for 2022
are the emulsion tank, start on courthouse street to find the leak,
tree trimming bids due to lack of staff, crack filling, sign repairs and
storm box repairs.
k. Appreciates the feedback he is getting on social media
l. Shower house by RV park, need quotes from Jason Dickman next
meeting to go out for bid
J. Jones stated that the Fall Protection Grant for the rubber mulch was a
matching grant. He does not remember if that came to the Commission to
be paid and is approximately $30,000.00.
J. Hancock stated it is in the special parks fund.
m. Brad thanked Lindsay Madison for the Christmas Parade, the
Christmas Tree, the donations, and the help with the lights.

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J. Jones stated that he and M. Wells had begun talking about brick streets almost
a year now, between Main and National. B. Matkin said he would have to
investigate that to get an estimate for completing that work.
C. Engineering Comments:
1. Status on Southwest Industrial Park water line is still at the state for
review
2. Received permit from J. Hancock for the CDBG Sanitary Sewer Project
to send to the state
3. Horton and 6th Street still progressing with plans, waiting on right-of-
way information
4. 17 th and Eddy delayed due to gas company relocating gas line on
Crawford and possibly National
5. C-Clip project sent to state
6. Memorial Hall steps bid documents for approval at next meeting
7. Bid documents for Shower house and bathrooms at Gunn Park
8. Update on Pavilion, met at site, will take massive steel beams may be
cost prohibitive, so want to create an alternative for consideration
9. ADA accessibility at Memorial Hall discussed
10. Discussion was had about previous bid process for Memorial Hall that
didn’t work and how we will do it now
J. Jones motioned to go out for RFPs for repair and or replacement of the
Memorial Hall steps. M. Wells seconded the motion. All voted aye.
Discussion was had regarding the proposals for advertising that J. Dickman will
work on to be completed by the next meeting.
J. Jones motioned to amend his motion to include that the proposals come back
by January 24th, 2022, at the end of business, 5:00 P.M. T. VanHoecke seconded
the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED TO GO OUT FOR RFPs FOR THE REPAIR AND OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE MEMORIAL HALL STEPS. PROPOSALS WILL BE
ACCEPTED UNTIL JANUARY 24 TH 2022 AT THE END OF THE BUSINESS DAY,
5:00 P.M.
M. Wells motioned to go out for RFPs for the T-Mobile Pavilion, a structure 70’ x
170’. Proposals will be accepted until January 24th, 2022, at the end of the
business day, 5:00 P.M. J. Jones seconded the motion. All voted aye.
APPROVED TO GO OUT FOR RFPS FOR THE T-MOBILE PAVILION, A
STRUCTURE 70’ X 170’. PROPOSALS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL JANUARY
24 TH , 2022, AT THE END OF THE BUSINESS DAY, 5:00 P.M.
11. Update for Wastewater Treatment Plant: Aeration and baffle curtain to
arrive in a week or two.

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D. Commissioners Reports and Comments:
K. Harrington – Pizza Republic taking donations for the Beacon. Legacy
Group collecting unwrapped toys at the hospital on December 14th. They
will also have a Tree Lighting at 1 P.M. and will be giving away hams to
every person who donates while supplies last. Christmas In The Park this
weekend, get out and enjoy. Would like to thank all the City workers and
the Chamber of Commerce for the amazing Christmas Parade and Tree
Lighting. Asked Brad Matkin to please reach out to the Southeast Kansas
Area Agency on Aging regarding Meals on Wheels donation from the City.
E. Woellhof – No comment
J. Jones – Cape Seal list. M. Wells stated that B. Matkin had been
directed to go out for bids on that list. A company working in town has
been cutting into streets and he wanted to make sure they are pulling
permits, found out they are not. Asked if there an agreement in place that
they do not have to pull permits because some work is unsatisfactory.
B. Matkin stated he would look to see if an agreement exists. If not, Codes
has been instructed to give CrawKan a timeframe to repair the sites. If the
City must do the repairs, we will charge them for the repairs. B. Matkin
will also instruct Codes that permits need to be pulled.
J. Jones requested a list of permits by the next Commission meeting. J.
Jones also talked about the number of golfers on a hole at one time.
Discussion was had about existing rules and enforcement options.
J. Jones discussed dispatch agreement expired in 2017, do we need to
redo the contract. J. Hancock redrew the City Attorney’s contract. J. Jones
believes that all contracts must be approved by the Commission.
Discussion was had about the process of appointing and negotiating the
contract of the City Attorney.
J. Jones thanked the Chamber of Commerce for the Christmas Parade.
Lindsay Madison thanked the Commission for all their cooperation with
the Parade. She also gave details about the shopping event happening
downtown.
T. VanHoecke – Nice to have Cooper Street back open. Last week’s
festivities were great, the coming week has even more events. Thank you
to B. Matkin for his communication on the City website and thank all the
folks in this town who are doing positive things. He spoke of the negativity
that still exists but stated that he is grateful to all who are going out of
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M. Wells – Airport hose too short. B. Matkin will talk with Seth Simpson
at the airport to see what can be done. Agenda for next meeting to act on
the lake items. After the beginning of the year, would like to have work
sessions on fines because they have not been adjusted since the 1970s.
J. Hancock stated that the fees probably need to be evaluated as well.
Discussion was had about fines, fees ordinances and enforcement.
M. Wells work session about licensing for contractors, pulling permits and
bonding along with plumbing, electrical, trash and businesses.
Discussion was had on the Winter Street Program and how the crew will
be dispersed to complete.
M. Wells motioned to stop paying Dave Martin’s severance from the Water
Fund. Discussion was had regarding options. B. Matkin stated they would
investigate the possibilities. No second. Motion died.
M. Wells wanted to compliment the town on the Candlelight Tour, it was
sold out and incredible. The parade was awesome. That kind of stuff is
what this town is all about. He also commented on the negativity on social
media. He stated that people need to know that the negativity is costing
us businesses that were going to come to town but decided not to and the
overall harm it is doing to the community.
J. Hancock stated that he spoke to E. Woellhof, and they decided that it
would be a good idea to have a goal-setting session, possibly in March.
M. Wells distributed a Brick Street Policy. He asked that the
Commissioners and staff look at it and would like to get it on the agenda as soon as possible.
E. City Attorney Comments – None
Adjournment:
T. VanHoecke motioned to adjourn the meeting at 9:28 P.M. K. Harrington
seconded. All voted aye.
ADJOURNED MEETING AT9:28 p.m.
Lisa Lewis
City Clerk
Fort Scott, Government

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NOTICE OF AND AGENDA FOR MEETING OF
FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION
CITY HALL COMMISSION MEETING ROOM
123 SOUTH MAIN STREET
December 20th, 2022
6:00 P.M.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
J. Jones T. Van Hoecke E. Woellhof M. Wells K. Harrington
(Quorum = 3)
III. Flag Salute
IV. Invocation Led by: T. VanHoecke
V. Approval of Agenda
VI. Proclamations/Recognitions: Recognition of Officers and Fire Fighters
VII. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of December 6 th, 2022, and special meeting of December 12th, 2022.
B. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1326-A totaling $320,861.49
C. Request to Pay – Midwest Engineering Group, LLC – $3,412.50 – Lake Release Valves Evaluation and Repairs
D. Request to Pay – EPEC – $174,970.38 – Cell 1 Aeration Upgrade and Baffle Curtain
E. Request to pay O’Brien Rock Co., Inc.- $5,840.00 – Cooper Street Project
F. Request to Pay Earles Engineering & Inspection, Inc. – $31,712.65
1. System Designs Phase – $8,740.20
2. Cooper Street Inspection – $2,552.45
3. 2022 Sanitary Sewer Project – $4,350.00
4. City Engineer – $4,120.00
5. S. Horton St and W 6th St. – Survey & Preliminary Design – $11,950.00
G. Request to Pay HDR Engineering Inc. – River Intake/Dam Improvement –
$7,479.38

VIII. Public Comment: Sign up required. Comments on any topic not on agenda and limited to five (5) minutes per person, at Commission discretion
IX. Old Business:
A. Resolution No.48-2022 – Directing Repair or Removal of an Alleged Unsafe and Dangerous Structure located at 523 S. Heylman – Update from
Thomas Russell. Tabled from 12/6/2022 meeting after owner spoke at Public Hearing.
B. Consideration to move forward with Lake Fort Scott Project-Brad Matkin
1. Amount in Lake Fund
2. Heartland Electrical Quote
3. Updated Bid for Installation of 2” meter at west entrance
C. Memorial Hall Bid Documents from Engineer
X. Appearances
A. Renodry USA – Michael Clancy would like to address the Commission regarding their services
B. Bourbon County Economic Development and Update on National Historic Grant for Memorial Hall Repairs – Presented by Rob Harrington (REDI)
XI. New Business
A. Public Hearing: 2022 Budget Amendments – Ben Hart/BakerTilly
Purpose of hearing to answer objections from taxpayers relating to the proposed amended use of funds. After the public hearing the Commission will consider for adoption the amendments.
B. Resolutions:
2022-051 – Justification for Cooper Street Project –
2022-052 – Shower house at RV Park – Jason Dickman
2022-054 – Approval of 2023 Cereal Malt Liquor Licenses
1. G&W 2 LLC – 911 E. 6 th St.
2. Walmart Supercenter – 2500 S. Main St.
3. Pete’s of Erie – 605 S. National Ave.
4. Pete’s of Erie – 1902 E. Main St.
5. Pete’s of Erie – 1135 E. Wall St.
6. Pete’s of Erie – 998 N. National Ave.
7. Casey’s General Store – 2216 S. Main St.
8. Woodland Hills Golf Course – 2414 Horton St.
9. Walgreens – 2229 S. Main St.