City of Uniontown Regular Council Meeting — July 14, 2026
The Regular Council Meeting on July 14, 2026 at Uniontown Community Center was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mayor Jurgensen. Council members present were Amber Kelly, Mary Pemberton, and Bradley Stewart. Also in attendance for all or part of the meeting were Lou Howard, Joe George, Loretta George, Betty Dennis, Mary Pillion, Codes Officer Doug Coyan, City Superintendent Bobby Rich, City Treasurer Sally Johnson, and City Clerk Haley Arnold.
Special Considerations / Citizens Requests
Bourbon County Emergency Manager Lou Howard addressed the Council regarding the Genasys text alert system available to the public. She explained that the City of Uniontown is eligible to establish its own account for the service. Council members asked questions about how text alerts are distributed, including how notification boundaries are established and how recipients within those boundaries receive alerts.
Moved by Pemberton, Second by Kelly, Approved 3-0, to set up an account for the City of Uniontown on the Genasys text alert system provided by the Bourbon County Emergency Management Team.
Loretta George expressed concerns about standing water at 402 2nd Street and a potentially plugged culvert. Superintendent Rich stated that he would inspect the culvert to determine whether it is blocked.
Betty Dennis requested an update on the proposed leash law that she had previously asked to be added to the City’s ordinances. The Council informed her that dog-related ordinances would be discussed later in the meeting.
Mary Pillion provided information regarding the annual Old Settlers Day Picnic, held around Labor Day. She asked whether the Council would approve holding a street dance again this year.
Motion by Kelly, Second by Stewart, Approved 3-0, to allow the street dance and to block off Sherman St between 2nd and 3rd Sts.
A sponsorship form for the Old Settlers Day Picnic was presented. The City will continue to support the event by providing a trash dumpster, staff to maintain the public restrooms, water, and electricity used during the event.
Financial Report
Treasurer Johnson presented the June 2026 Treasurer’s Report. Beginning Checking Account Balance for all funds was $248,172.75; Receipts $51,578.08; Transfers Out $3,024.25; Expenditures $46,926.52; Checking Account Closing Balance $249,800.06. Bank Statement Balance $272,010.36, including Checking Account Interest of $55.44; Outstanding Deposits $0; Outstanding Checks $22,210.30; Reconciled Balance $249,800.06. Water Utilities Certificates of Deposit $43,707.59; Sewer Utilities Certificate of Deposit $24,599.14; Gas Utilities Certificates of Deposit $51,241.51; Total All Funds including Certificates of Deposit $369,348.30. Year-to-Date Interest in Checking Account $307.00 and Utility CDs $1,401.25 for a Total Year-to-Date Interest of $1,708.25.
Projects Checking Account for June 2026: Beginning Balance $0; Receipts $0; Expenditures $0; Ending Balance $0. June Transfers: from Sewer Utility Fund to Sewer Revolving Loan $1,400.25; from Water Utility Fund to GO Water Bond & Interest $1,624.00; Total Transfers $3,024.25. Net income for the month of June $1,627.31; Year-to-Date Net Income $49,054.60.
Budget vs. Actual: Gas Fund YTD Revenue $85,824.20 (66.3%), Expenditures $53,150.35 (40.3%); Sewer Fund YTD Revenue $20,637.73 (57.2%), Expenditures $16,255.40 (38.1%); Water Fund YTD Revenue $61,169.28 (49.2%), Expenditures $50,430.47 (35.4%); General Fund YTD Revenue $88,134.02 (59.8%), Expenditures $87,557.20 (37.3%); Special Highway YTD Revenue $3,968.83 (54.4%), Expenditures $4,193.45 (37.5%). July 2026 payables to date: $41,546.04.
Consent Agenda
Motion by Kelly, Second by Stewart, Approved 3-0, to approve the Consent Agenda:
- Minutes of June 9, 2026 Regular Meeting
- June Treasurer’s Report, Profit & Loss Report by Class & July Accounts Payables
Treasurer Johnson proposed setting the budget hearing for the August 11 meeting.
Moved by Kelly, Second by Stewart, Approved 3-0, to set the budget hearing for August 11 at 7:00 p.m.
Department Reports
Code Enforcement Officer Doug Coyan commended USB for organizing a successful Independence Day Celebration and thanked Superintendent Bobby Rich for preparing the park for the event. Coyan reported that the property at 202 4th Street had been cited and was awaiting a court date. Treasurer Johnson noted that significant improvements had been made to the property. Coyan also provided an update on the property at 101 Washington and reported that the property at 201 Fulton was in much better condition than it had been at the previous meeting.
Mayor Jurgensen stated that Clerk Arnold wrote a well-presented article for Bandera Stone in last month’s newsletter. He added that the upcoming month’s newsletter would feature a thank-you message to USB for its Independence Day celebration.
Superintendent Bobby Rich presented pricing comparisons for cold patch asphalt with fiber and without fiber. The Council discussed several areas throughout town in need of cold patch repairs.
Moved by Kelly, Second by Pemberton, Approved 3-0, for Rich to purchase 18 ton of cold patch with fiber.
Mayor Jurgensen asked when the town-wide cleanup was scheduled. Johnson stated it would be held August 31 through September 3.
Councilmember Pemberton complimented Superintendent Rich on the newly repainted basketball goal posts in the park.
City Clerk Haley Arnold informed the Council that the audit for DBB, Inc. was scheduled for July 28 and 29.
Councilmember Kelly thanked Arnold for all her hard work.
Council Report
- Councilman Knight — absent
- Councilwoman Kelly — asked Superintendent Bobby Rich to repair or remove the damaged window screens at the Community Center and relocate screens still in good condition to the front of the building. Superintendent Rich stated he would complete the work the following day.
- Councilwoman Pemberton — none
- Councilwoman Pritchett — absent
- Councilman Stewart — stated that publishing an article thanking the bank for sponsoring the Independence Day celebration was a good idea.
- Mayor Jurgensen — presented the Council with a letter of resignation from Councilwoman Savannah Pritchett.
Moved by Stewart, Second by Pemberton, Approved 3-0, to accept the resignation of Councilwoman Savannah Pritchett.
Mayor Jurgensen reported that he spoke with the NRCS regarding funding for the project on the north side of town. He was informed that it would likely be about a year before funding availability is determined. Mayor Jurgensen also stated that he is continuing discussions with Herschel George and Jared Pollock to determine the best approach for addressing the flooding issue.
Mayor Jurgensen reported that he is in the process of setting up park security cameras. He presented information on a camera system identified as a possible purchase. After discussion, the Council agreed to purchase four cameras for the park and discussed preferred camera types and potential installation locations.
Old Business
FEMA Flooding — Johnson reported that a closeout meeting was scheduled for July 23 to discuss the completion of the project and determine which completed repairs would be eligible for reimbursement. She stated she is hopeful the City will receive reimbursement for 85% of the project’s eligible costs.
Dog Ordinance No. 85 Review and Discussion — Councilman Stewart presented his draft of a revised animal control ordinance. Additional draft ordinances were also presented and discussed. By consensus, the Council agreed to combine all existing dog ordinances into a single comprehensive ordinance to be discussed at next month’s Council meeting.
Community Center Deposit and Rent Review — The Council reviewed existing fees and discussed the possibility of increasing rental and deposit rates.
Moved by Kelly, seconded by Stewart, Approved 3-0, to increase the Community Center security deposit to $25, the rental fee to $25 for up to 4 hours, and $50 for up to 8 hours.
New Business
Building Safety Concern — Discussion was held regarding potential safety concerns associated with the building located north of City Hall. After review and consideration, no action will be taken at this time.
Motion by Kelly, Second by Stewart, Approved 3-0, to enter into executive session pursuant to non-elected personnel exception, KSA 75-4319(b)(1), in order to discuss performance of non-elected personnel; the open meeting to resume at 9:05 PM.
Meeting resumed at 9:05 PM. The Council decided to seek out one or two young men to assist Rich with a variety of jobs and projects to be completed throughout the City. The Council also discussed the types of work to be completed and the number of hours each worker would be able to work per week.
Moved by Stewart, Second by Pemberton, Approved 3-0, to adjourn at 9:15 PM.
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