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Bourbon County Commission Agenda for April 5

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Bourbon County Commission Room
1st Floor, County Courthouse
210 S. National Avenue
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Tuesdays starting at 9:00
Date: April 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 COMMUNITY CENTER IN MAPLETON @ 6PM
Call to Order
• Flag Salute
• Approval of Minutes from previous meeting
• Eric Bailey – Road and Bridge Report
• Opening Hays Bids
• County Counselor Comment
• Susan Bancroft, Finance Director Comment
o Executive Session – KSA 75–4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual
nonelected personnel to protect their privacy
o Contract Renewal for I AM REHAB & FITNESS at the Medical Building
• Public Comment
• Elected Officials Comment
• Commission Comment

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Legislative Update Wk 10 Session 2022 by Kansas Senator Caryn Tyson

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Caryn Tyson

March 18, 2022

 

Wrapping up committee work was our main goal last week. While that means the end of regular meetings for most committees, it does not mean that the work is finished. The final days of session will be floor debate, and no or minimal committee work.

 

Election Security is critical.  During debate last week on the Senate floor, a compelling argument was given by a Senator, former county commissioner, that he would not certify an election because the vote count could not be reconciled.  The other two commissioners did certify the election, so the issue was dropped at that time.  (There should have been a complete investigation.)  Senate Bill (SB) 389 and SB 390 should help prevent that situation from occurring again.  SB 389 would require a distinctive watermark for paper ballots and a sample hand-count audit of paper ballots that are counted with electronic tabulating equipment.  The bill would also prohibit use of poll books that do not require a hand-written voter signature.  The bill passed 27 to 11.  SB 390 would require each person working with ballots to sign an affidavit in the tracking of ballots handled.  It passed 27 to 10.  I voted Yes on both measures.

 

Out-of-control spending continues in this year’s budget, SB 444.  As with most budget bills, there was some good and some bad.  Paying down debt and long overdue pay increases are some of the good.  Increased spending on programs that are not being held accountable or proven effective is some of the bad.  The budget also “puts away” $600 million in a rainy-day fund and has a $360 million ending balance.  That $600 million could be used to remove sales tax on food, not socked away for government to spend at a later date.  The bill passed the Senate 23 to 14.  I voted No in defense of the taxpayer and slowing government growth.

 

Senate redistricting map passed on a vote of 28 to 8.  I did not support the map.  It would take the city of Ottawa and Bourbon County out of the 12th Senate district and include Coffee, Woodson, and Wilson Counties.  The 12th district could have easily increased population in Miami County and kept all of Franklin in the 12th district.

 

We also worked on the following:

  • Energy Independence is the strong message the Kansas Senate sent to the President of the United States. STOP importing oil and gas from Russia and RESTORE energy independence in the United States.  SCR 1623 passed unanimously.
  • Non-driver identification cards could be renewed online if SB 529 becomes law.  It passed the Senate unanimously.
     
  • Gold Star families could be recognized and honored on the State Capitol grounds.  Gold Star families are families who have lost family member in the line of military service.  House Bill 2540 passed the Senate unanimously.

It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your 12th District State Senator.

 

Caryn

 

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Victory over Drug Addiction

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Fort Scott Aglow Lighthouse welcomes Benton Cavaness who will share his story.

After a 20-year drug addiction, Benton is free! “God miraculously gave me complete victory over addiction and I have experienced more miracles and blessings in the last year than most people ever get to witness!”

Benton is from Thayer, KS. His interests now are God, church, family, farming, cattle, horses and staying free!

Guests welcome Thursday, March 10th at 6:30 pm.

They will gather in the conference room of Fort Scott Inn, 101 State Street.

Aglow International is an interdenominational ministry for women and men. The goal is: Every nation touched, every heart changed.

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Obituary of Kasey Dye

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Kasey Allen Dye, age 30, a resident of Neligh, Nebraska, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021, in Ft. Scott, Kansas where he had been working on a wind farm project.

He was born February 21, 1991, in Urbana, Illinois, the son of Paul Edward Dye and Pamela Kay Adams.

Kasey married Chelsy Grim on February 22, 2021, in Pierce, Nebraska.

Kasey was an accomplished mechanic and had worked for several years for Malta Ready Mix where he helped construct wind turbines throughout the Midwest.

He enjoyed spending time outdoors especially fishing, camping and riding four wheelers. He also loved to barbeque and spend time with his family and friends.

Survivors include his wife, Chelsy, of the home in Neligh, Nebraska; and his children, Owen and Whitley, Hudson, Austin, Riley, Cooper and Max. Also surviving are his parents, Pamela Paulding and Paul Dye (Mary), all of Illinois, brothers, Kevin Paulding, Andrew Dye, Gentury Swyear, Waylon Paulding, Jason Parks and Kevin Parks and sisters, Jessica Goberson, Val Paulding, Ashely Dye and Cheyanne Dye. He was preceded in death by his step-father, Kevin Paulding and a nephew, Clayton.

Following cremation, a celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 3rd at the KC Hall, 115 S. Second St., Elgin, Nebraska. A time for food and fellowship will follow the service. Private burial will take place at a later date in Illinois. Arrangements in Kansas were handled by the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott.

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Obituary of Janet Ryan

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Janet K. Ryan, age 71, a resident of Iola, Kansas, died on her birthday, Friday, November 12, 2021, at the Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born November 12, 1950, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Frankie Edward Ryan and Ruth Eleanor Whitecotton Ryan.
Janet had worked as a CNA, a CMA and as an activity director for area nursing home primarily in Uniontown, Coffeyville and Hutchinson.

Survivors include three sons, Tim Ryan (Marie) of Oklahoma, and Terry Nading (Angela) and Troy Nading (Malynda) all of Ft. Scott, Kansas and eleven grandchildren, Adryan, Landon, Amber, Shyra, Nick, Clayton, Danielle, Bane, Timothy, Shelby and Zachariah. Also surviving is a sister, Kathy Ryan-Transure.

Janet was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Nading, a son, T.J. Nading and two brothers, Ronnie Lee Ryan and James Edward Ryan Sr. and her parents.

There was cremation. A celebration of life service with burial in the Fairview Cemetery, Bartlett, Kansas will take place at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Make a Wish Foundation and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

 

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Hedgehog INK Begins Writing Wednesdays

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Hedgehog.INK, located at 16 S. Main, in historic downtown Fort Scott.

Writing Wednesdays start at Hedgehog.INK! on November 3, 10 and 17 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to kick-off
National Novel Writing Month.

“There is no fee for the sessions and they are intended to provide encouragement and support in our writing endeavors,” Jan Hedges, owner, said. “Whether it be writing a novel, a poem, working on a memoir, cookbook, genealogy or keeping a journal, you are invited to attend. No matter your age or writing skill level, you are invited to attend. Please help us share the word with others. We will meet in the Great Room at Hedgehog.INK!”

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Obituary of Dennis Quick

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Dennis Lee “Denny” Quick, age 86, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away Sunday, August 8, 2021, at Country Place Memory Care in Ft. Scott.  He was born June 3, 1935, in Mapleton, Kansas, the son of Fred Quick and Angie Dennis Quick.  He married Eleanor Lucile Endicott on January 23, 1960, in Ft. Scott.  Denny loved spending time with his family.  He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather.

 

Survivors include two sons, Phil Quick and wife, Jennifer of Ft. Scott and Rick Quick also of Ft. Scott and four grandchildren.  Zach Quick, Gabe Quick, Peyton O. Quick Gibson and Taylor Quick Brasfield and five great-grandchildren, Sidney Brasfield, Layne Quick, Oktavea Brasfield, Hayes Quick and Freya Lucile Brasfield.  Denny’s wife, Lucile, preceded him in death on April 19, 2018.  He was also preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Lyle and Harold and two sisters, Norma Jean and Nelda.

 

Dave Nickelson will conduct funeral services at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, August 12th at the Cheney Witt Chapel.  Burial with military honors will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 P.M. Wednesday evening at the Cheney Witt Chapel.  Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701.  Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

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Friday Night Free Concert: Cherry Grove Baptist Church Trio

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Ralph Carlson introduces the Friday Night Concert musicians May 2019.

Friday Night Concert

This week’s Friday Night Concert will be presented by Marilyn Adcock, Melissa Brown, and Sherry Payne Sisney, all members of Cherry Grove Baptist Church. The vocal and instrumental performance will feature a variety of folk tunes and gospel favorites. Marilyn plays autoharp, Melissa plays the trumpet, and Sherry plays keyboard.

“These three ladies will delight the crowd with their instruments, vocal solos, and great harmonies as a trio,” concert series organizer Ralph Carlson said. “Come out and join us for a special opportunity to see friends and support the gift of music in our area. We are pleased to welcome Marilyn, Melissa, and Sherry to the park pavilion.“

The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Heritage Park Pavilion at First and Main streets. The shows, sponsored by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce, are free and open to the public. Dave Oas of Parsons serves as sound technician each week. Due to limited seating, attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.

In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to the Common Ground Coffee Co., 12 E. Wall Street.

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FSCC Agenda For July 19

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July 19, 2021
Board of Trustees
Fort Scott Community College
2108 S. Horton
Fort Scott, KS 66701
The Board of Trustees of Fort Scott Community College will meet in regular session on Monday, July 19, 2021. The meeting will be held in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall at Fort Scott Community College.
5:30 p.m. Dinner at 5:00 followed by regular board meeting at 5:30 p.m.
THE AGENDA
5:30 ROLL CALL, 3
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER, 4
A. Comments from the Chair, 4
CONSENT AGENDA, 5
A. Approval of Agenda, 5
B. Approval of Minutes of previous Regular Board Meeting conducted on June 21, 2021, 6
C. Approval of Bills, and Claims, 8
D. Approval of Personnel Actions, 5
ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS, 22
A. Approval of Culinary Memorandum of Understanding between SEKESC (Greenbush) and
FSCC, 22
B. Consideration of Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) Migrant Education
Project State Level Activities 2021-22, 24
C. Discussion of Fort Lincoln School Rock Fossils, 25
D. Consideration of Firm to Audit Financial Statements for June 30, 2021, 26
E. Consideration of Athletic Insurance and Catastrophic Injury Insurance, 35
F. Approval of Hound Pound Renovation Bids, 36
G. Consideration of Garrison Apartments Names, 43
ITEMS FOR REVIEW, 44
REPORTS, 46
A. Administrative Updates, 46
EXECUTIVE SESSION, 53
ADJOURNMENT, 54
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UPCOMING CALENDAR DATES:
• July 19, 2021: Board Meeting
• August 9-11, 2021: In-Service
• August 12, 2021: Fall Semester Begins
• August 23, 2021: Board Meeting
• September 6, 2021: Labor Day, Campus Closed
• September 13, 2021: Board Meeting
• October 18, 2021: Board Meeting
• October 18, 2021: Math Relays
• November 15, 2021: Board Meeting
• November 22 – 26, 2021: Thanksgiving Break, Campus Closed
• November 30, 2021: Graduate Assessment Exam
• December 7 – 10, 2021: Finals
• December 13, 2021: Board Meeting
• December 17, 2021 – January 4, 2022 Christmas Break, Campus Closed
• January 7, 2022: In-Service
• January 12, 2022: Spring Semester Begins
• January 17, 2022: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Campus Closed
• January 24, 2022: Board Meeting
• February 21, 2022: Board Meeting
• March 14 – 18, 2022: Spring Break, Campus Closed
• March 21, 2022: Board Meeting
• March 25, 2022: Aggie Day
• April 15, 2022: Good Friday, Campus Closed
• April 18, 2022: Board Meeting
• May 10 – 13, 2022: Finals
• May 14, 2022: Graduation
• May 16, 2022: Board Meeting
• May 30, 2022: Memorial Day, Campus Closed
• June 20, 2022: Board Meeting
Sincerely,
John Bartelsmeyer, Chair
Alysia Johnston, 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
_____ Bill Meyer
_____ Robert Nelson
3
CALL TO ORDER
A. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
4
CONSENT AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
1) Attached are the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting conducted on June 21,
2021.
C. APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT, BILLS and CLAIMS
Attached are the Bills and Claims Report. An additional list of bills and claims for
approval will be provided the night of the meeting.
D. APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTIONS
1) Additions
a) Ben Keifer, Assistant Baseball Coach, effective June 1, 2021
b) Sean Davidson, Assistant Football Coach, effective July 1, 2021
c) Jeremiah Taylor, Assistant Football Coach, effective July 1, 2021
d) Sandra Tirri, Accounting Clerk/Cashier, effective July 12, 2021
e) Rachel Stauffer, Biology Instructor, effective July 26, 2021
f) Ashley Page, Communications Instructor, effective August 9, 2021
2) Separations
a) Jake Harvey, Assistant Baseball Coach, effective June 30, 2021
b) Justin Amstutz, Assistant Football Coach, effective June 30, 2021
c) Cam Robinson, Assistant Football Coach, effective June 30, 2021

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FS Commission Agenda For July 6

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NOTICE OF AND AGENDA FOR
MEETING OF
FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION
CITY HALL

CITY COMMISSION MEETING ROOM

123 SOUTH MAIN STREET
JULY 6, 2021
5:15 P.M

  1. K. Allen P. Allen R. Nichols L. Watts J. Jones

II. Flag Salute:

  1. Invocation: Led by: (To be Announced)

  2. Approval of Agenda:

  3. Proclamations/Recognitions:

  4. Consent Agenda:

A. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of June 15th, 2021, special meeting of June 17th, 2021 and special meeting of June 22nd, 2021.

B. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1291-A totaling $555,302.20.

C. Request to Pay – ProSeal, Inc – $36,476.00 – Rejuvenator Application – National Avenue

D. Request to Pay – ProSeal, Inc – $24,684.00 – Crack Sealing – National Avenue

  1. Public Comment:

(Sign up required. Comments on any topic not on agenda and limited to five (5) minutes per person, at Commission discretion)

  1. City Manager Reports and Comments

  1. Engineering Firm Update

  1. Old Business:

  1. Public Hearing: 6:15 p.m. Vacation of Durkee Street and Approval of Utility Easement for the North 50’ of Lots 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 & 28, Block 4, Durkee & Stout Addition

  1. Appearances:

Jody Hoener – Bottle Filling Stations Presentation

Rob Harrington, Bedco Presentation

  1. New Business:

  1. Discussion and Approval of St. Martin’s Sewer Agreement

  2. Cooper Street Right-of-Way Easements

  3. Request approval to bid out Directional Drilling of Water Pipe

  4. Request approval to bid out Sanitary/Storm Sewer Line Deep Repairs

  5. Request approval to bid out Cooper Street project (Plans available at City Hall – link:

https://earlesengineering.sharefile.com/dsca64eac8d8584b4094c5b45ce3d4572f

  1. Request approval to bid out Union Block Alley

  2. Request to bid out Horton Street 6th to 8th – (mill and overlay)

  3. Discussion of sale of First Source Building

  4. Discussion of sale of lake lots (deed restrictions, covenants, etc.)

  5. Discussion of moving City Hall to Bourbon County Courthouse building

  6. Discussion of potential City/County shared services for Information Technology and Human Resources

  7. Discussion and request approval to bid overlay of 13th to 17th on National Avenue

  8. Discussion of feasibility study – hospital building

  9. Approval of purchase of Sewer Camera for Utilities Department

  10. Discussion of future Lake Fort Scott repairs/upkeep

  11. Consideration of Pay Requests – Skitch’s Hauling & Excavation – Port-a-Potties

April 2021 $2,267.20

May 2021 $2,536.00

June 2021 $2,640.00

  1. Discussion of Golf Course Ordinance

XII. Reports and Comments:

B. Commissioners Reports and Comments:

C. City Attorney Reports and Comments:

XIII. Executive Session – If requested, (please follow script in all motions for Executive Sessions)

XIV. Adjournment: