The
Commissioners met with all members.
Present were Barbara Kolde, chairman; Richard Carlson, vice chairman;
and Tom Doperalski, member.
Leu
Lowrey, public works director, met with the Commissioners to discuss the
following
(1)
Courthouse
and storage shed roof repair. Tom
Doperalski moved and Richard Carlson seconded to sign the contract with
Construction Inc to do the repair work on the courthouse and storage shed
roofs. Motion carried 3 to 0. Leu informed the Commission that work could
possibly start within the next couple of weeks.
(2)
Richard
Carlson moved and Tom Doperalski seconded to sign the contract between KDOT and
Pottawatomie County for inspection of bridge replacement on Huff Rd. Motion carried 3 to 0.
(3)
Leu
presented proposals from Thermal Comfort Air, Inc of Manhattan for replacement
or repair of the furnace and air conditioner in the Extension building. Leu was advised by Thermal Comfort Air that
the unit currently in place is too small.
Cost to replace the system would be approximately $8,000. Cost to replace the compressor would be
$1,078. The Commission agreed to replace
the compressor and check on a new blower on the furnace.
(4)
Richard
Carlson moved and Tom Doperalski seconded to sign utility agreements for bridge
projects to remove utilities from right of way. Motion carried 3 to 0.
(5)
Commission
agreed to schedule a free day at the landfill for Saturday, October 4.
(6)
Leu
received a call from Bob Cole, ECDV director requesting that Balderson Blvd
from Hwy 24 to 8th Street be closed on Sunday, October 12 from 8:00
A.M. until 1:00 P.M. This request is
for filming a movie. Commission
directed Leu to contact businesses and residences in that area. Wamego City Police Dept. will be in charge
of any traffic control issues.
(7)
Commissioner
Carlson informed Leu of a complaint of an electric fence placed next to the
pavement along a road in his Commission District.
(8)
Acquisition
of right of way is nearly completed for Pleasant View and Sixth Street Rds. County counselor will soon be able to start
condemnation proceedings.
Commissioner
Kolde announced that effective September 15, John Boyd would officially become
the new Emergency Management Director.
Mr. Boyd is a resident of Wamego and has been involved with fire
services for 32 years.
Tom
Doperalski moved and Richard Carlson seconded to adopt Resolution 2003-50
providing for continuation of a countywide economic development program and the
financing thereof by an annual tax on all taxable tangible property of the
county. Taxable amount to equal
one-half (1/2) mill. Motion carried 3
to 0. (Attachment #1)
Richard
Carlson moved and Tom Doperalski seconded to approve an application to
designate a 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix #1G2WJ12X7SF214401 driven by Bryce Mongeau,
volunteer with Fire District #5, as an authorized emergency vehicle pursuant to
K.S.A. 8-2010, K.S.A. 8-2010a and Resolution No. 2003-35, Pottawatomie County,
Kansas; that the designation of the above described vehicle as an authorized emergency
vehicle is necessary to the preservation of life or property, or to the
execution of emergency governmental functions, and that the Board this date
issue its written designation that the aforesaid motor vehicle be designated as
an authorized emergency vehicle as provided by law and the regulations of
Pottawatomie County, Kansas, such designation to be carried in the vehicle at
all times. Motion carried 3 to 0.
Terry
Rewerts, appraiser, met with the Commissioners to present for their
consideration the annual contract agreement between the county and Devin
Sprecker to provide assistance with commercial fee appraisal. Agreement effective dates are July1, 2003
through June 30, 2004. Richard Carlson moved and Tom Doperalski seconded to
renew the contract. Motion carried 3 to
0. (Attachment #2)
Gail
McConnaughey, zoning administrator, met with the Commissioners to update them
on her department. She informed them of
issuing building permits in August with valuation of $1,652,197. There has been substantial growth in
subdivisions and the industrial park in Blue Township.
The
Commission agreed to once again host an employee appreciation breakfast. Department heads will help prepare and serve
the meal. The breakfast will be held at
the Educational Building on Thursday, November 20. Serving will start at 7:00 A.M.
There will again be a drawing for door prizes.
At
10:05, Richard Carlson moved to go into executive session for up to 30 minutes
with Barry Wilkerson, county attorney to discuss personnel issue. County counselor, administrator, and county
clerk are also to be present for the session.
Tom Doperalski seconded the motion, which carried 3 to 0. Regular meeting resumed at 10:35. As a result of the session, the Commission
directed county counselor and administrator to discuss and review portions of
the personnel policy.
Greg
Riat, sheriff, met with the Commissioners to discuss budget transfers necessary
to replace a dryer. Greg also discussed
with the Commission his concerns of the number of traffic accidents in the
county. Placement of speed limit signs
and rumble strips on some of the heavier traveled roads was discussed.
Approved
amended minutes for August 25, 2003.
Robert
informed the Commission that due to grants awarded to some of the fire
districts, they need to amend their budgets.
The budget will need to be republished.
Tom
Doperalski moved and Richard Carlson seconded to sign the contract agreement
with Computer Information Concepts, Inc (CIC) for a new AS/400 system. Amount of agreement is $25,359. Motion carried 3 to 0. (Attachment #3)
Commission
directed Dale Figge to contact Wamego Supply, Inc in Wamego for new tires and
alignment on the county van.
Commissioner
Carlson reported on the meeting he had attended in Westmoreland discussed
ambulance service.
Commission
also discussed concerns with the status of Uncopiers, Inc and the tax abatement
they granted them.
Board
considered and acted on property statements.
(Cletus
Miller Jr (2); Security National Bank; Timbercreek Stables; Jefferson D &
Therese A Fank; Anna M. Verschelden Trust (2); Dan A Holt & Shari L. Holt;
Mark F. McAtarian; Clinton L. & K L Barry; Kevin J & T M Campbell &
Scott Dinger; Jeaneane Johnson; Havensville RHS Comm Assn; Wal-Mart Stores (3);
Broadstreet Investment Co (3); American Legion Pearce-Keller Post 17; Community
Hospital, Onaga; James P & D M Cantwell; Barbara L Lauer; Jerry R &
Ravena Humbert; Josephine M Humbert; Robert D & P J Weixelman; Dale F &
Reva Jean Scully; James E & Marian
Bradley; Leslie L & J M Shelton; John C Reese Trust & Mary Beth Reese
Trust; Russell L & G Grutzmacher; Lavern E & Ella M Friesen; Belinda M
Brockish; Westy Community Care Home; William S & C A Wild; James B
Meinhardt Trust; Carl J Meyer; William S & D M Hesse; Robert W III & M
H Blow (2); Kenneth L & Martha E Caffrey; Winona M Matzke et al; Erin E
Borchardt & Christopher J Brown; Robert M & Sherry J Davis; Doug L
& Dana M Nelson; Barbara Jean Foster; Thomas J & J K Doperalski; Kaw
Valley Investors; David C Valburg; Lawrence E & V Clark Trust; David L
& D E Montalvo; Louise L Montalvo; John A Lyon & John M Lyon; Leo D
Peddicord Trust; Prestwick Properties, Inc; Michael D & P B Wulf; Timothy
Minges; Earline F & M E Dikeman; Shawn Moylan(2); Crown-C; David A &
Anita J. Nichols; Jeff & Tracy L Tauschek; Bradley L & Amy M Guenther;
and Daryl R. Anderson)
Meeting
adjourned at noon.
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County
Clerk Chairman
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Vice Chairman
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Member