Uniontown City Council – Regular Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Uniontown Community Center
The Uniontown City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM.
For more information, contact City Clerk Haley Arnold at cityofuniontown@ckt.net or 620-756-4742.
Minutes: Regular Council Meeting – June 9, 2026
The Regular Council Meeting on June 9, 2026 at Uniontown Community Center was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mayor Jurgensen. Council members present were Amber Kelly, Mary Pemberton, Bradley Stewart, and Kyle Knight. Also in attendance for all or part of the meeting were Joe George, Loretta George, Betty Dennis, Michael Ramsey, Codes Officer Doug Coyan, City Superintendent Bobby Rich, City Treasurer Sally Johnson, and City Clerk Haley Arnold.
Citizens Requests
Betty Dennis addressed the Council and requested that it consider adding a leash law to the current dog ordinance following a recent incident. Councilmember Kelly asked Ms. Dennis to clarify what she meant by a leash law, and she explained her interpretation. The Council also discussed previous incidents involving Ms. Dennis and Loretta George. Stewart informed Ms. Dennis that the Council would discuss the matter further later in the meeting as part of its review of the current dog ordinance. Stewart also asked for her opinion regarding the outcome of a previous court case she attended involving a dog attack. Ms. Dennis stated that she was satisfied with the outcome.
Michael Ramsey thanked the Council for its timely approval of his stone engraving proposal. He noted that due to inclement weather, he was unable to have the engraving completed.
Financial Report
Treasurer Johnson presented the May 2026 Treasurer’s Report. Beginning Checking Account Balance for all funds was $254,331.85; Receipts $34,290.91; Transfers Out $12,899.25; Expenditures $27,550.76; Checking Account Closing Balance $248,172.75. Bank Statement Balance $251,348.31, including Checking Account Interest of $54.99; Outstanding Deposits $0; Outstanding Checks $3,175.56; Reconciled Balance $248,172.75. Water Utilities Certificates of Deposit $43,676.39; Sewer Utilities Certificate of Deposit $24,599.14; Gas Utilities Certificates of Deposit $51,210.31; Total All Funds including Certificates of Deposit $367,658.59. Year-to-Date Interest in Checking Account $251.56; Utility CDs $1,338.85; Total Year-to-Date Interest $1,590.41.
Projects Checking Account for May 2026: Beginning Balance $0, Receipts $0, Expenditures $0, Ending Balance $0.
May Transfers: Sewer Utility Fund to Sewer Revolving Loan $1,400.25; Water Utility Fund to GO Water Bond & Interest $1,624.00; Capital Improvement-Streets from Gas Utility $3,750.00; Capital Improvement-Streets from General Fund $3,750.00; Capital Improvement-Streets from Sewer Fund $375.00; Capital Improvement-Streets from Water Fund $2,000.00; Total Transfers $12,899.25. Net loss for May $6,159.10; Year-to-Date Net Income $47,427.29.
Budget vs. Actual YTD: Gas Fund Revenue $81,676.79 (63.1%), Expenditures $45,742.14 (34.7%); Sewer Fund Revenue $16,885.22 (46.8%), Expenditures $13,671.21 (32.0%); Water Fund Revenue $51,284.02 (41.2%), Expenditures $40,739.63 (28.6%); General Fund Revenue $60,540.15 (41.1%), Expenditures $57,983.33 (24.7%); Special Highway Revenue $3,968.83 (54.4%), Expenditures $3,499.79 (31.3%). June 2026 payables to date: $12,983.51.
Consent Agenda
Motion by Kelly, Second by Stewart, Approved 4-0, to approve Consent Agenda including: Minutes of May 12, 2026 Regular Meeting; May Treasurer’s Report, Profit & Loss Report by Class; and June Accounts Payables.
Mayor Jurgensen asked Treasurer Johnson when she planned to hold the City’s budget work session. Johnson stated that budget workbooks had not yet been created due to a recent change in state law. The Council discussed possible dates for the workshop.
Moved by Kelly, Second by Knight, Approved 4-0, to set the budget work session for July 8 at 6:30 p.m.
Department Reports
Code Enforcement Officer Doug Coyan reported that the property at 201 Fulton Street had significant overgrown vegetation in the ditch behind the residence. He stated he would contact HB Mowing to determine whether it is responsible for maintaining the property this year. Coyan provided an update on 202 4th Street, noting improvement; 101 Washington Street had also shown improvement; and 303 Washington Street is now in compliance.
City Clerk Haley Arnold informed the Council that the City had received a $3,000 donation to be allocated to the Christmas in the Park Fund. Arnold presented two bids for the replacement of a memorial stone in City Park.
Moved by Stewart, Second by Kelly, Approved 3-0 (one abstention), to accept the bid proposal from Bandera Stone.
Clerk Arnold presented a proposal from TextMyGov, a mass text messaging service provider. The Council discussed the cost, need, and potential uses for the service, and directed Arnold to contact other companies offering similar services to compare costs. Arnold also informed the Council that a basketball backboard in the park had been damaged and required replacement.
Moved by Kelly, Second by Pemberton, Approved 4-0, to replace any components of the basketball goal deemed necessary.
Council Reports
- Councilman Knight – none
- Councilwoman Kelly – asked Superintendent Rich if he had begun fogging; Rich reported weather conditions had delayed efforts. Kelly asked about food trucks for the July 4th celebration; Johnson reported that USB handles all vendor obligations.
- Councilwoman Pemberton – none
- Councilwoman Pritchett – absent
- Councilman Stewart – none
- Mayor Jurgensen – A map outlining a proposed option to address flooding on the north side of town was presented. Discussion followed regarding water runoff patterns and a waterway solution identified as the most viable option. The Council reviewed required steps, estimated costs, and appropriate agencies to contact.
Old Business
FEMA Flooding: Mayor Jurgensen stated that he had spoken with Marbery Concrete Inc., and they are awaiting favorable weather conditions before beginning work.
Kelly reported concerns about a clogged drain at the bus barn entrance and exit. Rich said he would inspect when time permits. Discussion also covered ditches needing cleaning throughout the city, the ditch at 302 Hill St. and a section of sidewalk that has fallen into the ditch, and possible methods for cleaning ditches including involvement of the fire station.
Review of Dog Ordinance No. 85: The Council discussed the ordinance and its current condition. Members will review the ordinance individually and submit suggested changes via email.
New Business
Motion by Stewart, Second by Kelly, Approved 4-0, to enter executive session pursuant to non-elected personnel exception, KSA 75-4319(b)(1), to discuss matters affecting a minor; open meeting to resume at 8:55 PM.
Motion by Stewart, Second by Kelly, Approved 4-0, to enter executive session pursuant to non-elected personnel exception, KSA 75-4319(b)(1), to discuss matters affecting a minor; open meeting to resume at 9:05 PM. Haley Arnold called in at 8:57; Bobby Rich called in at 8:59, out at 9:04.
Meeting resumed at 9:05 PM. No action from executive session.
Moved by Pemberton, Second by Stewart, Approved 4-0, to adjourn at 9:06 PM.
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