By DALE HOGG
Barton County Media Consultant
The Barton County Commission adjusted the funding source for a previously approved computer equipment purchase, County Administrator Matt Patzner reported Monday.
The commission initially authorized a $25,225.00 purchase of computer equipment from Bauer Computer on Oct. 28, with the cost divided among various departments. Following that approval, the Central Kansas Community Corrections (CKCC) office declined its assigned equipment, and the 911/Communications office requested the reassignment of one laptop.
Commissioners voted to cancel the $2,214.00 Bauer Computer encumbrance originally charged to CKCC. That cost will now be assessed to the 911 / Communications department.
Committee appointments made to Memorial Parks Committee
Two citizens were appointed Monday to the Memorial Parks Advisory Committee by the Barton County Commission.
County Works Director Chris Schartz presented the appointment request, noting that the committee advises the commission on the care and management of the Golden Belt and Hillcrest Memorial Parks. Public announcements had been made seeking applicants for the openings.
Commissioners appointed Brooke Haulmark to fill an unexpired, uncompensated position set to end July 1, 2027. They also appointed Nikki Seybert to a full, uncompensated term ending July 1, 2029.