“…A county conducting a recount may not substitute ballot images for the original paper ballots, unless the person requesting the recount specifically requests such substitution in a county that uses optical scanning equipment or electronic or electromechanical voting systems,” the opinion reads.
As of right now the Rock Creek and Lake Fort Scott valves have been closed.
This is thanks to not only the weekend rains but also to the citizens of Fort Scott doing their part in conserving water. Thank you!
We will have to continue monitoring the river levels and will open the valves if needed. We will communicate this.
Please continue watching unneeded water usage.
We are still under a Water Warning.
Submitted by Brad Matkin, City Manager, City of Fort Scott
620-223-0550 ext. 210
Submitted by Becky Johnson, Administrator/Director of the Southeast Kansas Multi-County Health Department.
The Bourbon County office is located at 524 S. Lowman and can be reached at 620.223.4464 or [email protected]
Recently all four of the offices of SEK Multi-County Health Department (SEKMCHD) (Allen, Anderson, Bourbon and Woodson Counties) have received the Gold Level “Breastfeeding Employees Support Award” from the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition and its Business Case for Breastfeeding program.
We have worked very hard to get this award for our offices and are pleased with the continual growth we are having for employee support, recruitment and retention. It is the goal of SEK Multi-County Health Department to become and remain a family-forward workplace, to provide resources and education for our employees and to normalize breastfeeding, as it is a healthy and natural way to feed your baby and is essential to maintaining the workforce.
SEKMCHD benefits not only from staff retention but also from turnover costs, healthcare costs savings and reduction of absenteeism. Child care is difficult to find, as most parents know, so we allow new moms to bring their baby to work with them for the first 6 months. We also benefit from staff satisfaction and these days, that it not an easy thing to maintain. My motto is “Take care of your employees and they’ll take care of you”. I am blessed with a great group of employees that want to work in public health and I spend a lot of time making sure their needs are met and finding new ways to retain them.
We have taken on several new services in the last couple of years, one being our Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program and have been able to hire new employees to provide this service to our communities. Our clientele has grown so much that we now have 2 Breastfeeding Peer Counselors (Holly Fritter, who covers Bourbon and Woodson Counties and Khloe Utley, who covers Allen and Anderson Counties) and a supervisor for this program (Brittany Frishman, who is our Designated Breastfeeding Expert and covers all 4 counties). This ties right in with the support we offer our employees. Also, our staff have taken several levels of courses on breastfeeding, we’ve remodeled/updated areas in each of our offices for lactation rooms and can offer professional lactation support to our communities.
I am so very proud of our team and the accomplishments we’ve made through the turmoil that has been faced in public health in recent years. It’s nice to see something positive take off so well!
Border Security is National Security
On Sunday, border patrol agents apprehended almost 9,000 migrants at the southern border and numbers released by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) showed a record amount of encounters at the southern border in August. This week, I called on the Biden administration to take action to increase security at the southern border and for the Senate to pass the Secure the Border Act as thousands of migrants cross the border, including migrants with ties to ISIS and the Chinese Community Party. President Biden must act to ensure a stricter enforcement of our immigration laws, reinstate the construction of a wall or fencing in areas that are largely unprotected, and the administration must send a message loud and clear that our border is closed to unlawful entrants.
You can listen to my floor remarks here.
Addressing Failure at VA Crisis Line
On Wednesday, the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee held a hearing on suicide prevention among veterans, progress on implementation of my legislation the Commander Hannon Act, and recent issues with the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL). Although VA continues to claim suicide prevention is its top clinical priority, it is clear from the hearing, the department needs to do more in providing veterans with quicker access to high-quality mental health care, as well as make key improvements to the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program. This suicide prevention grant program endeavors to extend the VA’s reach into communities and provide veterans with non-clinical wrap-around support services. As Ranking Member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, suicide prevention and making certain our veterans have access to the best mental health care remains one of my top priorities.
You can read more in Fox News here and watch the hearing here.
Meeting with Mental Health Advocates
On Tuesday, I was honored to receive the 9-8-8 Crisis Response Champion Award from leaders of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). After receiving the award, we discussed the barriers still facing individuals in need of mental health care and how we can ensure that Kansans, veterans, students and all Americans have access to critical suicide prevention and mental health services. I will continue to support funding for mental health and suicide prevention services through my position on the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Recognizing National Service Dog Day
This week the Senate passed my bipartisan resolution designating September 20 as National Service Dog Day. Service dogs provide life-saving assistance, help veterans with disabilities regain their independence and offer companionship and support to our nation’s heroes. There are estimated to be thousands of service dogs working across the United States assisting individuals with a wide-range of disabilities and ailments. I appreciate my colleagues unanimously passing this resolution to recognize National Service Dog Day. It was great to celebrate the passage of the resolution with K9s for Warriors, an organization that trains and pairs these dogs with veterans at no expense to the veteran.
Preparing for AI Innovation
On Wednesday, the Senate Committee on Intelligence held an open hearing on artificial intelligence and the national security implications of its development and use. The intelligence community has been a leading innovator and adopter of such technology for decades, but recent advances have changed the scale and scope of AI’s implications for national security associated with these technologies. I asked our witnesses about the importance of continuing to attract foreign talent through the Startup Act, legislation I introduced with Committee Chairman Mark Warner. I also inquired about the National Science Foundation’s National Artificial Intelligence Research Institute’s success and how it fits with research in the private sector. Artificial intelligence will have significant consequences on our future, and this was an important hearing to address how to keep Americans safe and competitive.
Meetings with Kansans
Livestock Marketing Association
On Tuesday, I met with Kansans from the Livestock Marketing Association during their trip to our nation’s capital. Livestock Marketing Association represents over 80 percent of all viable, regular-selling livestock markets in the United States. Livestock sale barns provide important market opportunities for producers, as well as help ensure robust price discovery in cattle markets. During our conversation, we spoke about efforts to incentivize prompt payments through electronic payments for quick, reliable money transfers. We also discussed traceability and current market trends. Thank you to Mason Winter of Winter Livestock and David and Heidi McComb of Cherokee Sales Company for visiting with me about the key issues impacting the livestock marketing industry today.
Kansas Bankers Association
Last week, I was pleased to welcome the Kansas Bankers Association to Washington. The group held productive meetings with federal regulators and members of the Kansas delegation. During our meeting, we spoke about the concerns bankers have about new rules issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, as well as the impact of higher interest rates on lending. I recently joined a resolution of disapproval of the CFPB’s rulemaking on Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act, which requires banks to collect sensitive personal information on all small business loans. Additionally, we spoke about the importance of passing the ACRE Act, bipartisan legislative I introduced with Sen. King (I-ME) to lower the cost of credit for farmers and rural homeowners. I will continue working to build broad support for this critical bill in the Senate.
A special congratulations to Leondard Wolfe of United Bank and Trust in Marysville, Kansas, who is this year’s recipient of the American Bankers Association’s Bruning Award. This award recognizes the lifetime achievement of agricultural bankers for their outstanding leadership and dedication to providing credit and financial guidance to farmers, ranchers and businesses in rural America.
Leadership Kansas Farm Bureau Class
It was great to visit with the 2023 Leadership Kansas Farm Bureau Class this week in my Washington, D.C. office. Kansas Farm Bureau created Leadership KFB with the purpose of developing their members as grassroots leaders. This year-long program focuses on creating influential, thought-leaders who will choose to engage, create change, and look for solutions, not only in agriculture, but in counties and communities across the state. I enjoyed speaking with Kansas leaders, especially those who are dedicated to preserving our rural way of life. Thank you to Jacob Brubaker of Rawlins Co; Kylee Geffert of Allen Co; Leanna Hook of Rice Co; Haley and Jason Nelson of Jewell County; Kylee Stout of Douglas County; Abby Wimer and Craig Dinkel of Ellsworth County for the conversation.
Kansas Department of Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed
Last week, I had the opportunity to meet with the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) Secretary Calvin Reed. The secretary was appointed to his new role this summer having spent over 15 years with KDOT. Our discussion involved an update on the Eisenhower Legacy Transportation Program, which builds on Kansas’ history of investing in infrastructure programs. We also addressed a variety of infrastructure needs across the state including highways, bridges, public transit, aviation, rail, and pedestrian/bike needs. As a member of the Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee, I have secured almost $120 million in funding to go directly to Kansas infrastructure and look forward to continuing to work together with KDOT to bolster Kansas infrastructure and support economic growth in our communities.
Kansas FASD Support Network
I met with members of the Kansas Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Support Network in my Washington, D.C. office. During our meeting, I was updated on the Support Network’s efforts to provide support and educational resources to those living with the effects of prenatal alcohol exposure, as well as their advocacy for the FASD Respect Act which I cosponsored. This bill would expand grant programs and education efforts at the Department of Health and Human Services and the National Institutes of Health to specifically include fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. Thank you to Kathryn and Hannah White of Olathe and Chris Melfi and Kathryn Meinhardt of Topeka for meeting with me and for their leadership on these important efforts.
Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce
Last week, I met with the representatives from the Topeka Chamber of Commerce who were in Washington to discuss their priorities for Congress, including workforce challenges, immigration, and economic development opportunities. Specifically, we discussed efforts to make the Topeka airport a hub of economic activity for the community and how the federal government could be involved in this effort. The aviation industry in Kansas is strong, but there are always new growth opportunities to target, and I appreciate Topeka’s pursuit of opportunities that could lead to job growth and economic activity in their community. As the lead Republican on the Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation and the Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Subcommittee, I will continue to work with local leaders in Topeka to pursue their aviation and economic development goals.
Thank you to Washburn University President JuliAnn Mazachek, Stan VanOstran, Curtis Sneden, Yana Ross, Molly Howey, Lisa Stubbs, and Josh Gonzales for meeting with me during your time in Washington.
Overland Park Chamber of Commerce
On Wednesday, I spoke to members of the Overland Park Chamber of Commerce about challenges they are facing, including issues with local postal service and workforce development. We discussed the importance of technical education and how businesses could engage with local community colleges and technical schools to fill open positions, as well as the importance of having a skilled workforce available to attract business investments to the community. I look forward to continuing the discussion with Overland Park leaders about how the federal government can help the city strengthen the local economy.
Thank you to Chamber President and CEO Tracey Osborne Oltjen, Chamber EVP and Chief Policy Officer Kevin Walker, Chamber Board Chair-Elect Cindy Rock, Chamber Board 1st Vice Chair Josh Beck, Chamber Public Policy Committee Co-Chair Reagan Cussimanio for your time last week.
Kansas Tour Group
A group of 51 Kansans from Overbrook, Scranton, Lebo and more took the time to meet me near the Senate chambers before beginning a tour of the Capitol. On the tour were members of the Kansas State Bank who have been contributing to the banking industry in rural Kansas for years. It was great to visit with these Kansans, and I hope they all had a memorable trip to our nation’s Capital.
Vetting FTC Nominees
Last week, I attended a Senate Committee on Commerce hearing to evaluate nominees for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). These independent federal agencies have important consumer protection functions that they must execute, without acting outside of their Congressionally-provided authorities. I appreciated the opportunity to hear from the nominees and will continue to evaluate their qualifications to be members of the FTC or CPSC.
You can watch the full committee hearing here.
Receiving the Congressional Leadership Award
This week I was honored to receive the Congressional Leadership Award bestowed by the National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF). Established by the NAHF Board of Trustees, the Congressional Leadership Award pays homage to American leaders whose dedicated public service has bolstered the nation’s strength and significantly propelled advancements in aviation and aerospace. General aviation alone in Kansas, supports almost 40,000 jobs, and produces an annual GDP contribution of almost $4 billion. This relationship dates back to World War II when south-central Kansas manufactured the B-52 bombers. However, our state would not have the rich history in aviation it does today, nor hold the “Air Capital of the World” title had it not been for the aviation pioneers before us – like Kansan Russ Meyer, who was enshrined into the Hall of Fame in 2009. I was honored to accept this award and look forward to continuing to advocate to ensure this industry continues to thrive within our great state.
Meeting with National Bison Association
On Wednesday, I met with members of the National Bison Association to discuss their legislative priorities. We discussed the upcoming Farm Bill and the need for funding to support the manufacture, promotion, and distribution of the USDA ARS-developed bison vaccine to fight to Malignant Catarrhal Fever (MCF) virus. The vaccine is essential as bison ranchers seek to increase the population and develop new markets.
Touring New Century AirCenter Center
Last Monday, before heading to Washington, I toured the New Century AirCenter (IXD) in Gardner. The New Century AirCenter is home to more than 2,700 accessible acres with a runway, FAA air traffic control tower, various instrument landing systems, and a fire station. In the Senate Transportation appropriations legislation, I procured funding to replace the aging air traffic control tower at IXD. If the money is secured, these funds will be critical to update infrastructure and technology to improve safety, accessibility, as well as increase passenger capacity. Thank you to Executive Director of Johnson County Airport Authority Bryan Johnson and Assistant County Manager Aaron Otto for the tour.
Touring Gardner Edgerton High School
I always appreciate the opportunity to visit schools in Kansas and see the great work being done by our teachers, faculty and students. It was great to stop by Gardner Edgerton High School to meet with Superintendent Dr. Brian Huff and Principal Frank Bell. Our Kansas schools equip the next generation with the skills and values necessary to contribute to their families, livelihoods, and communities. Thank you to Brian, Frank and all the staff and students who invest in our education system.
Visit with Lt. General Robert Durbin
I met with retired Lt. Gen Robert Durbin, his wife Diana and their guest Angelica Padrone. Robert is a retired member of the United States Army and a dear friend. I would like to thank him for his service to our country and for taking the time to visit me in Washington D.C.
September 18, 2023 Monday, 5:30 p.m.
The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with Commissioners Jim Harris and Clifton Beth and the County Clerk present.
Clint Walker, Rachel Walker, Dale Griffiths, Mark McCoy, and Jason Silvers were present for some or all of the meeting.
Jim Harris opened the meeting with the flag salute followed by a prayer led by Mark McCoy.
Clifton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which includes approval of minutes from 9/11/23. Jim seconded the motion, and all approved.
Clint Walker informed the Commissioners of an upcoming meeting he read about in the newspaper. KDOT will host a meeting on October 12th at the Bowlus Fine arts Center in Iola to discuss highway projects, the IKE project, and grant opportunities. Mr. Walker also spoke about ambulance transport reimbursements to VA facilities and question why can’t local transports be reimbursed in that manner.
Bill Michaud of CORE Communities updated the Commissioners on the progress the program has made. An advisory board has been formed and includes Amy Harper with Fort Scott Nazarene, Carrie Fess with Faith Church, David Shephard, Destry Brown with USD 234, Jennifer Michaud, Jodi Davis, Josh Jones, Patty Simpson with the Housing Authority, Rachel Carpenter with Healthy Bourbon County Action Team, David Goodyear, David Gillen with the Beacon, Clifton Beth, and Bill Michaud. Bill thanked Jim for attending the poverty simulation that was recently held with approximately 45 people in attendance. Sherry Walrod has been hired as the Community Liaison and Janice Lamb as the CORE Coach. Sherry Walrod stated that she grew up in Bourbon County, the daughter of Charles and Willa Cable, and resided here for 30 years and recently returned. Sherry thanked the Commissioners investing in CORE Communities and stated part of the financial investment has allowed them to harness into Youth CORE Ministries and stated they have the administration and coaching they need. Sherry stated she has a personal coach that she has weekly meetings with who coaches and advises her through all the processes. The need to involve the entire community was discussed with Sherry inviting all who have lived or experienced poverty to help solve the problem. A launch date of November 13th is set for the first of the 20-week classes. The classes will be held on Monday nights at the United Methodist Church. There are two phases for the attendees who are called CORE Leaders. Phase 1 is the 20-week classes and upon graduation from that they will enter into Phase 2 which is when the CORE Coach will help them negotiate through things such as obtaining a driver’s license or arranging transportation. Sherry stated they will come to future meetings and offer updates. Jim thanked everyone for what they are doing and spoke about how the benefits of the work done today will be reaped 20 years down the road. Clifton stated he is excited about the program and that he felt, aside from regular county business, this is the first or second most important thing he has sent money towards as a Commissioner and feels it is a phenomenal program.
Eric Bailey, Public Works Director, stated they are finishing chip and seal on Jayhawk Road tomorrow and that will be the end of the chip and seal program for the year. Eric said they are going to move to asphalting and will start on 233rd Street then move to Garland east of the railroad tracks and on to Eagle Road. After those projects they will look at their budget to see what it and mother nature will allow them to do next. Jim said the chip and seal on Jayhawk looks good and Eric said he would tell the crew. Eric said he wanted to thank Linn County again for allowing us to use their chip spreader to complete our chip and seal projects. Eric presented paperwork to be signed for the grant we received for a bridge project on 60th and Grand Road. Clifton made a motion to accept the bridge project to replace LPA bridge 5.0-S.9 NBI structure #000061075006069 located at 60th and Grand Road. Our portion is approximately $75,000 of the $916,000 total cost of the project. Jim seconded the motion and all approved. Eric said they have the rock crusher and cone crusher going and are hauling rock in the Hiattville area as well as mowing ditches and side arm mowing. Eric said a retirement celebration will be held on October 6th for Charlie Elliott who has worked for the county for 32 years. Eric said they have to do some decking work on a bridge at 175th and Valley Road so they have a cone up.
Jennifer Hawkins, County Clerk, notified the Commissioners that Emily Franks of Jarred, Gilmore, and Phillips PA will be here next week to present the 2022 audit.
Jim requested a 10-minute executive session. Clifton made a motion to go into a 10-minute executive session under KSA 75-4319 (b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust and individual proprietorships to include both Commissioners, Justin Meeks, and Eric Bailey and will return at 6:04. Jim seconded the motion and all approved. Clifton made a motion to resume normal session at 6:04 with no action. Jim seconded the motion and all approved.
Jim said the City Manager contacted him this morning concerning water. Jim stated he called Brian Allen, Bourbon County Emergency Manager and local historian, about 12 wells located in Fort Scott that they are having trouble finding. Jim said they are looking at a lot of options and there are discussions being held about our water situation.
Clifton made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:07. Jim seconded the motion and all approved.
THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF BOURBON COUNTY, KANSAS
___________________, Chairman
___________________, Commissioner
ATTEST: ___________________, Commissioner
Jennifer Hawkins, Bourbon County Deputy Clerk
9/25/2023 Approved Date
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Bourbon County Courthouse
210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800
Fax: 620-223-5832
Bourbon County, Kansas
1st District Commissioner
2nd District Commissioner
3rd District Commissioner
Bourbon County Commission Agenda 210 S. National Ave.
Fort Scott, KS 66701
September 25, 2023 5:30 p.m.
Executive Session Justifications:
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 the security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting
would jeopardize such security measures.
Bourbon County Courthouse
210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800
Fax: 620-223-5832
Bourbon County, Kansas
1st District Commissioner
2nd District Commissioner
3rd District Commissioner
Bourbon County Commission Agenda 210 S. National Ave.
Fort Scott, KS 66701
September 25, 2023 5:30 p.m.
Executive Session Justifications:
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 the security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting would jeopardize such security measures.
Attachments:
KDOT requesting comments on STIP amendment
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) requests comments on an amendment to the FFY 2024-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) document.
The STIP is a project specific publication that lists all KDOT administered projects, regardless of funding source, and includes projects for counties and cities as well as projects on the State Highway System. The list of projects being amended to the STIP can be viewed at http://www.ksdot.org/bureaus/burProgProjMgmt/stip/stip.asp.
The approval of the STIP amendment requires a public comment period, which concludes Oct. 4. To make comments on the amendment, contact KDOT’s Division of Program and Project Management at (785) 296-3254.
This information is available in alternative accessible formats. To obtain an alternative format, contact the KDOT Division of Communications, (785) 296-3585 (Voice/Hearing Impaired-711).
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When: September, 28th
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: City Hall
Topic for discussion: Certificate of Appropriateness for signage outside of 12 N. Main in Fort Scott submitted for consideration. The meeting is open to the public and the recording is available to watch on YouTube after the meeting is held.
Submitted by:
Mary Wyatt
Community Development Director
City of Fort Scott
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Minutes of the Board of Trustees Meeting
August 28, 2023
PRESENT: John Bartelsmeyer, Dave Elliott, Jim Fewins, Kirk Hart, Bryan Holt, and Robert Nelson
ALSO PRESENT: Jason Kegler, Juley McDaniel (Board Clerk), faculty, staff
Chairman Bartelsmeyer called the meeting to order at 5:32 pm in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall. The meeting was
opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR: Chairman Bartelsmeyer had no comments, but two Board members shared comments: Jim Fewins recognized Ed Graham, long time Board member whose funeral was today, and Dave Elliott was pleased to attend the Business Expo during Welcome Week at FSCC on behalf of Peerless.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC: None.
BUDGET REVIEW: Julie Eichenberger provided an overview of how the 2023-24 proposed budget was created and provided an opportunity for Board members to ask questions. Approval of the budget will be considered at the September 25 meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Holt, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the consent agenda as amended.
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
A. A motion was made by Nelson, seconded by Elliott, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the updated Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Nondiscrimination Policy.
B. A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Hart, and carried by unanimous vote to approve purchase of a generator for $12,412.68 and installation by Brock Electric for $13,754.15, for a total of $26,166.83.
C. A motion was made by Fewins, seconded by Hart, and carried by unanimous vote to approve the Rodeo Program being allowed to purchase immediately when hay is found, staying within FSCC purchasing policy.
ITEMS FOR REVIEW: The Board reviewed letters of appreciation.
ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES: The Board reviewed and heard updates from Gordon Parks Museum, Finance
and Operations, Student Services, IT, Maintenance, Miami County Campus, and Athletics.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: A motion was made by Nelson, seconded by Elliott to adjourn to executive session for
15 minutes beginning at 7:30 pm for the purpose of discussing personnel matters of non-elected personnel as it
relates to organizational structure with action not expected to follow. The Board invited Jason Kegler and Juley
McDaniel into the executive session.
OPEN SESSION: A motion was made by Hart, seconded by Elliott, and carried by unanimous vote to return to
open session.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Trustees, a motion to adjourn was made at
7:46 pm by Fewins, seconded by Elliott, and carried by unanimous vote.
UPCOMING CALENDAR DATES:
• September 25, 2023 (to facilitate budget process) Board Meeting
• October 16, 2023 Board Meeting
• November 20, 2023 Board Meeting
• November 22 – 24, 2023 Thanksgiving Break, Campus Closed
• December 11, 2023 (Changed due to winter break) Board Meeting
• December 15, 2023 – January 3, 2024 Winter Break, Campus Closed
• January 15, 2024 MLK, Jr. Day, Campus Closed
• January 22, 2024 (Changed due to MLK, Jr. Day) Board Meeting
• February 19, 2024 Board Meeting
• March 11 – 15, 2024 Spring Break, Campus Closed
• March 18, 2024 Board Meeting
• April 15, 2024 Board Meeting
• May 20, 2024 Board Meeting
• May 27, 2024 Memorial Day, Campus Closed
• June 17, 2024 Board Meeting
Sincerely,
John Bartelsmeyer, Chair
Jason Kegler, President
FSCC’s vision for the future is to support “Students First, Community Always” through a central focus on teaching and learning; advancing strong, innovative programs and
departments; maximizing and leveraging opportunities; initiating efficient and effective processes; and developing the region’s workforce.2
ROLL CALL
_____ John Bartelsmeyer
_____ Jim Fewins
_____ Dave Elliott
_____ Kirk Hart
_____ Bryan Holt
_____ Robert Nelson3
BUDGET HEARING
A. COMMENTS FROM THE BOARD
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
C. APPROVAL OF BUDGET REVENUE NEUTRAL RATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Revenue Neutral Rate for Fort Scott Community College was calculated as 27.659 mills by the Bourbon County Clerk; and WHEREAS, the budget proposed by the Governing Body of Fort Scott Community College will
require the levy of a property tax rate exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body held a hearing on August 28, 2023 allowing all interested
taxpayers desiring to be heard an opportunity to give oral testimony; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body of Fort Scott Community College, having heard testimony, still
finds it necessary to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY
COLLEGE:
Fort Scott Community College shall levy a property tax rate exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate of 29.268 mills.
This resolution shall take effect and be in force immediately upon its adoption and shall remain in effect until future action is taken by the Governing Body.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the Board approve the Revenue Neutral Rate resolution as stated above.
BOARD ACTION: MOTION _____ SECOND _____ VOTE _____
DISCUSSION:
VOTE: Bartelsmeyer Elliott Fewins
Hart Holt Nelson
D. REVIEW AND ADOPTION OF THE 2023-24 YEAR BUDGET
RECOMMENDATION: It is the recommendation of administration to approve the 2023-24 budget
as presented.
BOARD ACTION: MOTION _____ SECOND _____ VOTE _____
DISCUSSION:
VOTE: Bartelsmeyer Elliott Fewins
Hart Holt Nelson4
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CALL TO ORDER
A. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC8
CONSENT AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Attached are the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting conducted on August 28, 2023.
C. APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT, BILLS and CLAIMS
Attached are the Treasurer’s Report and the Bills and Claims Report.
D. APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTIONS
1) Additions
a) Lindsey Mabe, IA DOE Migrant Program Identification Specialist, effective September 1, 2023
b) Amanda McVann, IA DOE Migrant Program Identification Specialist, effective September 1, 2023
c) Mindy Smith, Cosmetology Instructor, effective September 25, 2023
d) Gina Shelton, Director of Business Operations, effective October 1, 2023
e) Sara Holder, Nursing Instructor, effective October 1, 2023
f) Blanca Perez, Regional Recruiter LA DOE Migrant Program, effective October 1, 2023
g) Traci Tucker, Data Manager LA DOE Migrant Program, effective October 1, 2023
h) Iban Gama, Regional Recruiter LA DOE Migrant Program, effective October 1, 2023
i) Lorena Roberts, Regional Recruiter LA DOE Migrant Program, effective October 1, 2023
j) Lauri Stewart, Assistant Migrant Coordinator, LA DOE Migrant Program, effective October 1, 2023
2) Separations
a) Moriah Greer, Cosmetology Instructor, effective September 11, 2023
3) Transfers
a) Allie Birket, from Assistant to the President to Instruction Office
Assistant/Concurrent Coordinator, effective September 18, 2023
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Consent Agenda items be approved as
presented.
BOARD ACTION: MOTION _____ SECOND _____ VOTE _____
DISCUSSION:
VOTE: Bartelsmeyer Elliott Fewins
Hart Holt Nelson9
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