Summary of Bourbon County Commission Meeting Agenda for April 27, 2026

Bourbon County Commission Meeting Agenda

04.27.26 Agenda

April 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM Bourbon County Commission

1. Call Meeting to Order (Page 1)

2. Pledge of Allegiance (Page 1)

3. Prayer (Page 1)

4. Introductions (Page 1)

5. Approval of Agenda (Page 1)

6. Approval of Minutes 04.13.26 and 04.20.26 (Page 1)

7. Approval of Accounts Payable 04.24.26 $103,573.61 (Page 1)

8. Approval of March 2026 Financials (Page 1)

9. Approval of 1st Quarter 2026 Financial Publication (Page 1)

10. Public Comments (Page 1)

11. Planning Commission – Milburn-Kee (Page 1)

12. Meeting Resolution – Milburn-Kee (Page 1)

13. City of Fulton – Carmen/Milburn-Kee (Page 1)

14. Department Updates (Page 1)

    • County Clerk

15. Old Business (Page 1)

    • Vacation & Sick Leave Resolution – Beerbower

    • 2025 Kanren Invoice – County Clerk

    • Maintenance Supervision

16. New Business (Page 1)

    • Landfill Hours of Operation – Milburn-Kee

    • Executive Session K.S.A. 75-4319 (b)(1) – Milburn-Kee

    • Hay Bid for Native Road – Presented Late

17. Future Agenda Topics (Page 1)

    • May 4th – Audit Presentation by Emily Franks

18. Commission Comments (Page 1)

19. Adjournment (Page 2)

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Detailed Information Packet Summary

Meeting Minutes Summary: April 20, 2026 (Pages 3–8)

The Commission addressed several high-priority items during the April 20th meeting. Significant discussion surrounded the Vacation and Sick Leave Resolution, where revisions were proposed to simplify vacation scales and move to a front-loading system. A grandfather clause was included to protect current employees from benefit reductions. The main resolution was ultimately tabled for one week for further review.

Other key developments included:

• Elm Creek Lake: Following citizen feedback regarding the lake’s intended use for public recreation, the Commission voted unanimously to halt current quarry operations at Elm Creek while exploring its recreational potential.

• Disaster Proclamation: Resolution 20-26 was approved, declaring a local state of disaster emergency for 14 days due to storm damage occurring on April 17, 2026.

• Tax Collection Updates: Extension of office hours (7 AM to 7 PM) was announced for May 7th and 8th to accommodate property tax payments. Remote collection sites were also scheduled for various cities throughout the county.

• Comprehensive Plan: The Planning Commission was authorized to interview three firms (Confluence, MPC, and Foster and Associates) for the county’s comprehensive plan project.

Meeting Minutes Summary: April 13, 2026 (Pages 9–14)

The April 13th session featured significant public and employee engagement.

• Payroll & Leave Policies: Approximately 40 employees attended to express concerns regarding altered hire dates and locked leave balances. The Commission voted to restore employee access to view their time entry and leave balances.

• Economic Development: The City Manager of Fort Scott reported the sale of the Value Merchandisers and Timken buildings, which are expected to bring hundreds of new jobs to the area starting in 2027.

• Juvenile Detention: Michael Walden from the Southeast Kansas Juvenile Detention Center discussed the impact of House Bill 2329, which is expected to increase detention stays and admissions. The Commission tabled further discussion on terminating their facility membership until a later work session.

Financial Information (Pages 15–178)

The packet includes extensive financial reports, including the Accounts Payable summary for April 24, 2026, totaling $103,573.61. Detailed revenue and expense reports are provided for various county funds, including the General Fund, Road and Bridge, and several specialized technology and service funds. These reports track current budgets, actual year-to-date spending, and remaining balances through March 31, 2026.