The Lake Fort Scott Advisory Board will meet on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at 9 a.m at the City Hall Commission meeting room at 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, Kansas. This meeting is open to the public.
The meeting will be available on the City’s YouTube channel.
The Fort Scott Planning Commission will meet on Monday, July 11th, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, Kansas. This meeting will be held to consider the following:
A change of zoning from C-2 (Commercial) to C-3 (Commercial) for the property at 2204 S. Main Street and a proposed lot split;
A change of zoning from C-2 (Commercial) to C-3 (Commercial) for the property at 0 S. Clark & 0 S Wilson Streets;
A change of zoning from C-2 (Commercial) to C-3 (Commercial) for the property at 6 E. 13th Street as well as a conditional use permit to operate a small animal hospital.
This meeting is open to the public. This meeting will be made available via the City’s you tube channel at City of Fort Scott.
~~Fiscal Year 2022 is First Time in Over Two Decades
Kansas Hasn’t Gone into Debt~~
TOPEKA – Highlighting her record-setting levels of fiscal responsibility, Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Kansas has closed out Fiscal Year 2022 (“FY22”) with a Rainy Day Fund balance of $969.0 million and without having to take out a certificate of indebtedness. FY22 marks the first year since Fiscal Year 1999 that the Kansas State Finance Council did not have to vote to take out a short-term loan to cover the state’s day-to-day expenses.
At the start of the Kelly Administration, there were no savings in the state’s Rainy Day Fund, and Kansas ranked last compared to other states when it came to saving for its future. Earlier this year, Governor Kelly signed a budget that made a historic $500 million deposit in the Fund and an Omnibus bill that had another $250 million deposit. Before the fiscal year closed, $219.0 million more was transferred from the State General Fund. The last deposit was made because FY22 revenues continued to beat estimates, leaving the state with higher than anticipated levels of cash.
“When I first came into office, Kansas had no savings, and in fact, was going into debt every year. My Administration worked to put Kansas on a consistent path of fiscal stability and economic growth,” said Governor Kelly. “That work has paid off. This past fiscal year, we were able to save for the future in record numbers, fully fund K-12 education, make historic investments in law enforcement and higher education, and axe taxes – all without going into debt.”
Kansas’ Rainy Day Fund was created in 2017 when the Kansas Legislature ended the failed Brownback-era tax experiment that gutted state budgets and downgraded the state’s credit rating. The previous all-time high balance in the Fund was $81.9 million.
CITY OF FORT SCOTT
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
The regular meeting of the Fort Scott City Commission was held June 21st, 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, S. Walker, and M. Wells were present with Mayor K. Harrington.
INVOCATION: Pastor Brian Rhoades, Grace Baptist Tabernacle, said a prayer asking God for guidance for the City, our Government and City officials.
AUDIENCE IN ATTENDANCE: Travis Shelton, Peter Earles, Lisa Lewis, Gregg Motley, Thomas Russell, Becky Howard, Brian Rhoades, Tayton Majors, Kevin Allen, Anne Dare, Devin Tally, Bailey Lyons, Harold Martin, Mark McCoy, Bob Reed, Jackson Tough, Brad Matkin, Rob Harrington, Bob Reed, Dean Striler, Doug Guns, and Bill Downey.
PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS: Bob Farmer, City Attorney, stated that he wanted to recognize Don Miller upon his passing. He was an outstanding teacher and historian, as well as a Hall of Fame teacher. He was a true advocate of Fort Scott. He asked everyone to hold his family in your thoughts and prayers.
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA: J. Jones asked that Gregg Motley and Bailey Lyons be added to New Business.
APPROVED TO ADD GREGG MOTLEY AND BAILEY LYONS FROM CITIZENS COMMENTS TO NEW BUSINESS ON THE AGENDA.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Building Inspection $ 497.00
City Engineer $4,120.00
Ft. Scott System Design $11,500.00
Cooper St Inspection $2,671.75
On Call Project Engineer $ 172.00
Manhole 148 Design $ 71.00
Total $19,031.75
APPROVED CONSENT AGENDA.
(Sign up required. Comments on any topic not on the agenda and limited to 5 minutes per person, at Commission discretion)
Gregg Motley – Mr. Motley said that he is a member of the Land Bank Board and Bailey Lyons is the Treasurer of the Board. He handed out a proposed budget to create a Land Bank full time position with the City. The County would pay half of the position if approved by the Bourbon County Commission. The Land Bank has 14 properties right now and is looking at another 46 more after the next tax sale. They currently have $5,000 in their budget. He asked that the Commission consider this proposed budget and have this placed on the July 5th, 2022 agenda for action.
Sandy Stinnett – Mrs. Stinnett stated that she lives at 8th and Horton Street. She stated that the potholes are awful on Horton Street. She is aware that a grant was received for this street. She asked what the grant would entail.
City Manager said that it will be torn up and replaced from 6th to 8th Street, and then and mill and overlay from 8th to 12th, and then a sealer put on from 12th to 18th Street.
Mrs. Stinnett asked them to make sure that the contractor that is used is knowledgeable on street work, as Horton Street should not be in this type of disrepair after having been worked on in the last 10 years.
She also asked about brick streets and if they were going to be re-done and if so, they should get in contact with someone who has knowledge on brick street repair.
Matthew said that he has a lot of information on brick streets that he can share with her.
Bailey Lyons – Mrs. Lyons said that she is the Chairperson of the Chamber of Commerce Downtown Program. She met with Kelley Zellner and Brad Matkin yesterday to help coordinate downtown parking lots. She said that the downtown is filling up, which is good, but there is an issue with parking. She stated specifically the tenants that live downtown, the merchants, and the business owners. She asked for permission to start Phase 1 and survey the downtown business owners and see who has living space above their buildings. She stated the City Manager is going to provide her with maps of the current available downtown parking lots.
The Commission verbally granted her permission to survey the downtown business owners.
APPROVED THE PAYMENT TO BOURBON COUNTY R.E.D.I. TOURISM IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,650.00.
APPROVED ORDINANCE NO. 3612 DEANNEXING CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM TOHE CITY LIMITS OF FORT SCOTT, KANSAS – PROPERTY MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2142 JAYHAWK ROAD.
Bob Reed – Temporary Street Closure – 20th to 23rd – Huntington – July 18th – July 22nd, 2022 – Bob Reed, Bourbon County Fair Board member informed the Commission that they would like Huntington Street closed from 20th to 23rd Street the week of July 18th through July 22nd for the Bourbon County fair event. He also requested two barricades from the City to be brought to the fairgrounds. He stated that the rodeo is July 8th and 9th.
approveD the street closure request for the Bourbon County Fair from July 18th to July 22nd for 21st Street to 23rd Street on huntington be closed to vehicle traffic AND FOR THE CITY TO PROVIDE TWO BARRICADES.
Burke Street – 10th and Burke – July 4th, 2022 – Burke Street Celebration – City Manager said that this request is for the annual Burke Street parade and closure of streets for this event. The annual Burke Street parade will be held on July 4th at 10:00 a.m. He asked approval to close 10th and Burke to Marblecrest and Lakin for parade route and then 10th and Burke and Lakin and Burke for Block Party.
approved to close Burke Street for the annual Burke Street Parade on July 4th and for their block party afterwards AND FOR THE CITY TO PROVIDE THE NEEDED BARRICADES.
Lake Advisory Board Representative – Dean Striler, Lake Advisory Board Member, informed the Commission that he was present to address two items. The first is the deed restrictions on property sold at Lake Fort Scott. He stated that the first four lots that were sold recently had no restrictions on them, when the City Commission had approved the restrictions. He asked why the restrictions were not placed on the deeds.
City Attorney said that the City did not prepare the deeds.
Discussion was held regarding who should have put the deed restrictions on the deeds.
City Attorney said that moving forward it will need to be included in the deed documents when the property is sold.
Mr. Striler also asked about the shelter house improvements at the Lake. He said that he thinks it will be addressed later in the agenda so he will wait and hear that update.
Rob Harrington – Mr. Harrington updated the Commission on the road in front of Niece Products. Bourbon County is going to repair this ditch and may need the City to assist with it. He did determine it was the County’s issue and not the City’s.
Public Hearings: None
New Business:
APPROVED JOHN CRAIN TO FILL THE OPEN POSITION ON THE PARKS ADVISORY BOARD.
APPROVED CHANGE ORDER #3 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,933.00 FOR MID-CONTINENTAL RESTORATION CO., INC. FOR THE HAMMON’S BUILDING.
Reports and Comments:
Doug Guns – Lake Fort Scott Update – Doug Guns gave an update on several items:
Woodland Hills Golf Course – Doug stated that the golf course is very busy every day of the week with tournament groups. The P.G.A. Junior Golf is up and running and they have 35 kids in the program. He also stated that the food they are serving at the golf course is a big hit.
LaRoche Stadium – Doug stated that 6A State Tournament was held there recently as well as a couple of other hosted tournaments. Babe Ruth Baseball is currently using the facility for their baseball camps.
Lake Fort Scott – Doug said that the boat docks have been ordered for Lake Fort Scott. They expect to be delivered in October.
Doug said that he has contacted Rural Water District as well as Heartland regarding costs for water and electric at the camping area at the Lake. He will get these costs emailed to them.
Discussion was held regarding whether or not modern bathrooms could be put in due to the amount of rock there. They asked Doug to look at two small cinderblock ADA compliant bathrooms and the costs.
Peter Earles said that he has available drawings for cinderblock bathrooms he can share with Doug.
Katie mentioned addressing this with the Lake Advisory Board also. Their next meeting is July 14th, 2022 which was later corrected to July 9th, 2022.
Bill Downey – Codes Update – Bill Downey gave the Commission an update on Codes. He updated the Commission on the structures that have been demolished.
Discussion was held on 604 W. 5th Street and that it was signed over to the Land Bank. The structure is in need of demolition.
Rob Harrington stated that the Land Bank would like the City to have it demolished first.
APPROVED TO SEND 604 W. 5TH STREET OUT FOR DEMOLITION.
Discussion was held regarding 623 Short Street. Their compliance date is June 24th, 2022. It was determined to place this on the July 5th, 2022 agenda for the Commission to determine how to proceed.
Brad Matkin – Consideration of Corporate Golf Rate Season Membership – Brad Matkin shared with the Commission a Corporate Golf Rate Season Membership application. The Commission will review this, and it will be placed on the July 5th, 2022 agenda for consideration.
Brad stated that Woodland Hills Golf Course is the 6th best course in the State of Kansas.
Cooper Street Update – Brad stated that five sections have been poured on Cooper Street with the 6th pour expected tomorrow. They have 10 sections to pour before they get to the intersection. They are doing a great job during this heat.
Street Crew Update – Brad gave an update on the Street Crew and what all they have been doing. They have been crack sealing, pothole patching, tree trimming, repair signs/lights, alley maintenance, manning the brush dump, ditch maintenance, working on the Old Faithful project, storm drain cleaning, culvert repair, and assisting other departments as needed.
Brad stated that in August of 2021, there were four (4) full time employees in the street department. They are now eight (8) employees that are full time with four experienced operators. Since August of 2021, there have been 46 full time employees hired and 9 part-time employees hired. The City has an 8% retention rate currently.
City Hall Closing – Brad stated that due to the Fort Scott High School All School Reunion parade which begins at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 24th, City Hall will close at 3:00 p.m. so City employees can participate with their classes if desired.
APPROVED THE ON-CALL SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE INSPECTION PROPOSAL WITH EARLES ENGINEERING, INC IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,500.00.
City Manager stated that he is meeting with K.D.H.E. and Earles next week regarding this issue and will bring more back to them at a later date.
He stated that he agreed that parking is an issue downtown which is a good thing.
Tim asked about the letter the Commission received from the resident at 6th & McCleverty about the removal of the stop sign and the accident that occurred there.
Tim asked Brad if he would check out 3rd Street from Wilson to Clark and the overhanging brush that is there on the north side.
Tim suggested that the Commission have one or two Commissioners evaluate all the ordinances pertaining to the various advisory boards and make sure they are up to date.
Tim wished his wife a happy 36th wedding anniversary as well as the City Clerk and her husband a happy 37th wedding anniversary tomorrow.
Matthew recognized the seven (7) debaters that have qualified for State and National finals.
Matthew read a prepared statement that reminded the Commission that they need to work as a team and not tear each other apart. He encouraged them to be better!
Shane thanked the Street crew for their hard work on Cooper Street.
Shane thanked Kelley for his Friday update he emails out to the Commission.
Josh stated that he was approached by Aaron Foxworth regarding a Tacos and Tailgates event to be held at Riverfront Park Loop Road on September 3rd, 2022. He asked if this could be closed down.
Katie asked the City Clerk to email him the Street Closure request form.
Josh said that Bailey Lyons has found a couple of grants to apply for on the splash pad. A location needs to be determined. He asked about east of Luther’s BBQ on North National.
Rob Harrington said that he has a meeting next week on the T-Mobile grant and their proposed location.
APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 31-2022 AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF REAL ESTATE FOR THE PROPERTY MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2177 POPLAR ROAD TO CHRISTOPHER M. ARVIDSON AND SUSIE ARVIDSON IN THE AMOUNT OF $580,000.00.
Executive Session:
Adjournment:
ADJOURNED MEETING AT 9:05 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane K. Clay, MMC
City Clerk
TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly announced Kansas’ June total tax receipts were $918.8 million. Those collections are $20.2 million, or 2.2%, over the estimate and $64.4 million, or 7.5%, over June 2021 total tax receipts.
“In June, we brought in more money than was estimated – re-enforcing that our state’s economy is continuing its forward momentum,” said Governor Kelly. “Our efforts to be the most fiscally responsible and pro-business Administration in Kansas history has helped our state become a hub for economic growth.”
Individual income tax collections were $40.3 million, or 9.9%, below the estimate. But for a one-time significant refund paid in June, such receipts would actually have exceeded the estimate by 6.7% for the month. June corporate income tax receipts, which are comprised primarily of estimated tax payments, continue their upward trend. Corporate income tax collections were $148.1 million, or 48.1%, over the estimate and 33.2% over June 2021.
“The higher-than-expected corporate estimated payments send a strong signal that corporations anticipate greater profits in 2022,” said Secretary of Revenue Mark Burghart.
Combined retail sales and compensating use tax receipts at $303.6 million were 10.6% over the combined receipts for such taxes for June 2021. Inflation may have positively impacted such receipts, but overall consistent consumer spending also has continued during the months of May and June.
When June’s positive numbers are taken into account, Kansas will end FY 2022 with total tax revenues of $9.8 billion which exceeds the FY 2022 revised estimate by $438.1 million.
The complete June 2022 Revenue Report can be found here.
The complete packet is online at www.fscity.org.
Agenda
Bourbon County Commission Room
1st Floor, County Courthouse
210 S. National Avenue
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Tuesdays starting at 9:00
Date: July 5, 2022
1st District-Lynne Oharah Minutes: Approved: _______________
2nd District-Jim Harris Corrected: _______________________
3rd District-Clifton Beth Adjourned at: _______________
County Clerk-Ashley Shelton
MEETING HELD IN THE COMMISSION ROOM
Call to Order
1pm – 4pm: Department Budget Reviews (open to the public)
Register of Deeds
Sheriff/Corrections
Public Works
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.
The City of Fort Scott Administration Offices will be closed on Monday, July 4th, 2022 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The offices will reopen on Tuesday, July 5th, 2022.
The City’s tree and brush dump will also be closed on Saturday, July 2nd, 2022. It will reopen on Tuesday, July 5th, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
“With fireworks sales and the Independence Day holiday upcoming we are issuing a press release regarding fireworks ordinances and fireworks safety tips,” said Fort Scott’s Public Relations and Tourism Director said.
“The major amendment to the fireworks ordinance is that it is lawful for fireworks to be discharged from 7:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. (Midnight) of July 3rd and July 4,” he said. “In the past the ordinance stated that fireworks could be shot on July 4th only. The other points are a good reminder of what residents can and can’t do.”
PRESS RELEASE – CITY OF FORT SCOTT
ORDINANCE NO. 3585 | ORDINANCE NO. 3602
Thursday, June 30, 2022
Supreme Court Ruling on Roe v. Wade
Since Roe v. Wade was decided in 1973, numerous, sensible laws designed to protect the lives of the unborn have been blocked by unelected judges. On Friday, nearly 50 years after Roe, the Supreme Court ruled there is no constitutional right to an abortion. As Justice Alito stated, “It is time to heed the Constitution and return the issue of abortion to the people’s elected representatives.” With this ruling, the American people will again have the opportunity to make their voices heard through their representatives and the legislative process. This decision will now allow legislatures, accountable to the citizens who elected them, to take action to pass laws that protect children in the womb and support their mothers.
Announcing Amelia Earhart Statue to be Placed in U.S. Capitol
Today, I joined Senator Roger Marshall in announcing that the Architect of the Capitol approved placement of a statue of Amelia Earhart – the most famous woman in aviation and in Kansas history – in the U.S. Capitol. The Congressional Statue Dedication Ceremony will take place on July 27. A bold and inspiring aviator, Amelia Earhart soared into the history books, setting flight records and breaking barriers. She led the way for thousands of women to pursue their dreams – whether that was in aviation or to break their own, new barriers.
Next month, the statue of Amelia Earhart will join President Dwight D. Eisenhower as bronze beacons representing Kansas in our nation’s capital. I want to thank the Atchison Amelia Earhart Foundation, the Earhart family and the City of Atchison for their tireless work to bring Amelia to the Capitol.
The National Statuary Hall Collection in the U.S. Capitol consists of 100 statues – two contributed by each state. Kansas first sent marble statues of U.S. Senator John James Ingalls and Kansas Governor George Washington Glick to the U.S. Capitol. In 1999, the Kansas Legislature voted to replace these two statues with President Dwight D. Eisenhower and Amelia Earhart. The Amelia Earhart statue will be the 10th woman represented in the 100 statues in the U.S. Capitol. The bronze statue of Earhart was created by George and Mark Lundeen and will be a twin to an Amelia Earhart statue that will be placed at the Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum in Atchison.
Questioning Federal Reserve Chairman Powell on Rate Hikes on Agricultural Industry
On Wednesday, I questioned Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell during a U.S. Senate Banking Committee hearing on recent interest rate hikes and their impact on the Kansas agricultural community. In the increasingly difficult business environment Kansas farmers already face, uncertainty surrounding the trajectory of costs poses growing concern for the farming industry and its lenders.
Farming is a noble calling, and our agricultural industry is the backbone of our nation and the world. Kansas farmers already face an uphill climb as costs rise and profit margins shrink. Our agricultural community must be given the confidence that the Fed will do all in its power to prevent rate hikes from threatening this essential industry.
You can watch the video here.
Senate Gun Safety Legislation
Last week, I voted to oppose the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act on the Senate floor. We can and must do a better job of preventing violence, however we must work to address the root issues of violent crime rather than create new laws that hinder the Second Amendment rights of legal gun owners. In order to make our policies genuinely effective, we should start by enforcing existing gun laws, punishing criminals to the fullest extent of the law and ensuring our schools are safe from senseless acts of violence. We must also recognize that violence cannot be solved by the federal government alone. State legislatures should work to find solutions that fit the needs of their states, and we ought to always be working to instill family values, rid our communities of hate, support our law enforcement and end the stigma of mental health.
Touring the University of Kansas Cancer Center
On Tuesday morning, before returning to Washington, D.C., I had the opportunity to visit The University of Kansas Cancer Center – the only National Cancer Institute-designated center in the region. It was great to tour the state-of-the-art facility and meet with some of the hardworking individuals who lead cancer research in the heartland. I am grateful for their work and dedication to finding new treatments and a cure for cancer. Thank you to Dr. Roy Jensen, Dr. Robert Simari and Christine Thomas for taking the time to provide a tour of the research labs.
Responding to Biden’s Gas Tax Holiday Proposal
On Wednesday, President Biden called on Congress to suspend the federal gas and diesel fuel tax for three months. However, a federal gas tax holiday is a trivial attempt to address a serious issue that is hurting Kansas families. When President Biden took office he immediately sought to undermine American fossil fuel production – creating significant difficulty and uncertainty for domestic producers which has contributed to gas prices skyrocketing to historic levels. The Biden administration must shift course and pursue an all-of-the-above energy strategy which unleashes American oil and gas production.
Questioning U.S. Trade Ambassador Katherine Tai
On Tuesday, during my Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, I questioned U.S. Trade Ambassador Katherine Tai regarding the soaring costs of imported fertilizer. The increasing input prices facing farmers are tightening margins and straining their ability to operate. The U.S. Trade Representative must work to reduce trade barriers and ensure farmers have access to an adequate supply of fertilizers. The Biden administration must reverse anti-energy policies that are driving up the cost of fertilizer inputs like natural gas, and roll back tariffs on phosphates and nitrogen fertilizers. I also asked Ambassador Tai about ongoing negotiations to lower duties on softwood lumber and steel. Homebuilders in Kansas are seeing growing costs of materials, which is driving up home prices, and forcing low- and middle-income buyers out of the market. When our country faces an affordable housing shortage, and the world is facing decreased food production, we should not let high tariffs stand in the way of Kansans meeting these needs.
Holding Big Tech Accountable
Last week, I joined Senator Roger Marshall as a co-sponsor of the Political Bias of the Algorithm Sorting (BIAS) Emails Act. This important legislation would provide needed accountability to Big Tech. Censorship of political emails by Big Tech hurts Kansans’ ability to decide for themselves who they want to elect as their representatives. We must make certain Big Tech does not use biased algorithms that are designed to influence voters and push agendas.
Indian Affairs Committee Hearing
On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs held an oversight hearing on the Department of Interior’s recently published report on Federal Indian Boarding Schools. I listened to Secretary Deb Haaland provide moving testimony on the impact of these schools on Native American children and successive generations. The report listed a dozen schools in Kansas, and described conditions at the Haskell Institute and Kickapoo Boarding School. We must know our past to build our future, and this report is a necessary starting point for the work ahead. Before the hearing began, I visited with Secretary Haaland and Assistant Secretary Bryan Newland about the need to quickly hire a new president at Haskell to provide stability, and I was pleased they both informed me this is a priority for the department.
Addressing the Kiwanis Club in Newton
Last week, I was pleased to join the Kiwanis Club in Newton and speak with them about the current issues impacting their community. I always appreciate hearing input from Kansans on what is important to them, as well as their insight regarding current happenings in our state and nation. Thank you to Kelly McElroy, the Newton City Manager, for the invitation and to the entire Kiwanis Club for hosting me.
Touring Agco Corporation in Hesston
Last week, I stopped by Agco Corporation in Hesston to tour their facilities and to visit with their senior leadership on the current issues facing their business and community. A highlight of my tour was the opportunity to see the final production of the combines and swathers they manufacture. Thank you to Beth Shelton, Executive Director of the Harvey County Economic Development, Megan Smith, Executive Director of the Hesston City Chamber, Susan Swartzendruber, Hesston City Councilmember, and all of the senior leadership of Agco Corporation for hosting me during this tour.
Visiting Full Vision in Newton
On Monday, I was in Harvey County and had the opportunity to tour Full Vision, a precision metal fabrication ship that has been in business for 60 years. Thank you to Doug Scheible and his team for showing me the wide array of products they manufacture, including equipment roll over bars and medical grade treadmills. Thank you to Newton City Manager Kelly McIlroy and Economic Development Director Zach McHatton, as well as Harvey County Economic Development Director Beth Shelton, for joining the tour.
Meeting with Kansans in Washington, D.C.
Sedgwick County Commissioner Sarah Lopez
On Thursday, I met with Sedgwick County Commissioner Sarah Lopez to discuss the federal government’s economic development initiatives and how these initiatives will assist Sedgwick County. As the Ranking Member of the Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Subcommittee, I help fund the Economic Development Administration and their work to build durable economies across the country, including in Kansas. I look forward to continuing to work alongside local leaders, like Commissioner Lopez, to strengthen the local economies in our state.
Kansas Music Educators Association
I enjoyed meeting with members of the Kansas Music Educators Association in our nation’s capital last week to discuss their legislative priorities, as well their efforts to grow the number of music educators in Kansas and provide more opportunities in music for Kansas students. Thank you to Jamie Minneman, John Taylor, Kelly Knedler and Holly Taylor for sharing their insights on the challenges for music educators and their accomplishments in training young Kansans to have a love for music. I look forward to continuing to work together with these educators to make certain all Kansas students have access to a well-rounded education.
Douglas County 4-H Group
On Wednesday, I welcomed members of the Douglas County 4-H to my D.C. office. It’s always great to spend time with young Kansans, and this group was no exception. I enjoyed speaking with these young men and women about the positive effects that 4-H has had on their lives. I have no doubt that they are all on the path to becoming great leaders who will positively impact our state in the years to come.
Wheat Harvest Near Albert
I wanted to share this photo of the Kansas wheat harvest that I received this week from Katie Rosborough and her dad. Kansans truly do feed the world, and pictures like this one are a great reminder of the dedication our Kansas farmers have in this mission.
Agenda
Bourbon County Commission Room
1st Floor, County Courthouse
210 S. National Avenue
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Tuesdays starting at 9:00
Date: June 28, 2022
1st District–Lynne Oharah Minutes: Approved: _______________
2nd District–Jim Harris Corrected: _______________________
3rd District–Clifton Beth Adjourned at: _______________
County Clerk–Ashley Shelton
MEETING HELD IN THE COMMISSION ROOM
Call to Order
• Flag Salute
• Approval of Minutes from previous meeting
• Eric Bailey – Road & Bridge Report
• Mary Pemberton/Mark McCoy – Transient Guest Tax
• Justin Meeks – County Counselor Comment
• Susan Bancroft – Chief Financial Officer Comment
• Shane Walker – Chief Information Officer Comment
• Public Comment
• Commission Comment
1pm – 4pm: Department Budget Reviews (open to the public)
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 relatio
