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BOARD OF BARTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Agenda and Fire District Meeting
June 11 - 9 a.m. Until Close
I. OPENING BUSINESS:
A. Call Meeting to Order.
B. Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
C. Consider Approval of the Agenda.
D. Minutes of the June 4, 2024, Regular Meeting are not available at this time.
E. Any citizen wishing to make statements during the discussion of any item must first be recognized by the Commission Chair. After being recognized, that person should state their name and the name of any organization represented. Statements should be limited to five minutes.
F. Please silence all phones and electronic devices. Recording the meeting is allowed and the Commission requests that anyone using special recording equipment be seated in the back row to avoid creating a distraction during the meeting.
II. OLD BUSINESS - Items tabled, or scheduled, from previous Commission Meetings, will be heard at this time.
-There is no Old Business at this time.
III. NEW BUSINESS - All new business to be considered by the Commission will be heard at this time.
A. USDA-DLT B 2023 GRANT: Solutionz Quote for Services and Equipment:
-Dereck Hollingshead, Information Technology Director, will present details. Barton County has been awarded a 2023 grant from the US Department of Agriculture for Distance Learning and Telemedicine. This is similar to the grant the County received from the USDA in 2020. The 2023 USDA B grant totals $185,745.00, with a match of $28,730.00. Under the Solutionz plan, locations in Great Bend, Lyons, St. John and Larned, Kansas, will be interconnected with secure distance learning technology. The County is partnering with the 20th Judicial District Juvenile Services Offices as well as The Center for Counseling and Consultation on this project.
B. CENTRAL KANSAS COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS: Purchase of Used Vehicles:
-Brooke Haulmark, CKCC Director, will present details. On April 19, 2024, Central Kansas Community Corrections released an RFP for the purchase of an SUV, with the possible trade of two vehicles – a Pontiac G6 that has since been sold – and a 4-door 2013 Chevy Malibu, 4 door, with 89,045 miles. As no bids were received, Ms. Haulmark initiated a search for low mileage, used vehicles acceptable for multi-County use.
C. PUBLIC HEALTH: Community Baby Shower:
-Karen Winkelman, Public Health Director, will provide details. The fourth annual community baby shower will be held at Jack Kilby Square, beginning at 4:00 p.m., Thursday, June 13, 2024. New and expectant parents, support people and community providers are invited to attend this educational community activity.
D. PUBLIC HEALTH: RFP – Roof Repair:
-Matt Patzner, County Administrator, will provide details. On April 26, 2024, the Health Department released an RFP for roofing repairs. Project requirements for the 10,065 square roof included, at a minimum, pressure wash foam roof system; replace, repair and prime foam roof and replace top coat foam roof system. Permitting, certifications and insurance sufficient for the project will be the responsibility of the awarded vendor. Bids will be presented.
E. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
-Chairman Barb Esfeld will present. Any Commissioner may make a motion for the board to recess to executive session at this time as allowed by K.S.A. 75-4319. Any motion must contain the justification for the executive session, the subject matter to be discussed, any individuals in addition to the board who will attend the executive session and the time at which the regular session shall resume.
IV. ENDING BUSINESS – After new items are heard by the Commission, the following items, including announcements, will be heard.
A. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
-Following the close of the Agenda Meeting, the Commission will consider the authorization of personnel changes for classified positions, sign any documentation approved during the agenda meeting or sign any other documentation required for regular County business. Similar action may take place throughout the day.
-The Commission will meet as the Board of Fire District No. 1 following the close of this agenda meeting.
B. APPOINTMENTS:
-Although subject to change, the following appointments have been scheduled:
9:30 a.m. or following the close of the Agenda Meeting – Governing Board of Fire District No. 1 Meeting.
9:45 a.m. or following the close of the Fire District Meeting - Program Update – Sara Arnberger, Executive Director, Great Bend Economic Development.
10:15 a.m. – Memorial Parks Update – Darren Williams, County Works Director.
10:30 a.m. – Vehicle Purchase – Marissa Woodmansee, Juvenile Services Director.
10:45 a.m. – Regular Business Discussion – Matt Patzner, County Administrator.
THE COUNTY EDITION, KVGB-AM – Thursdays at 11:05 a.m. Brooke Haulmark, CKCC Director, is scheduled for June 13, 2024.
V. OTHER BUSINESS:
A. Discussion Items.
B. Citizens or organizations may present requests or proposals for initial consideration.
C. The Commissioners are available to the Public on Tuesdays during regular business hours.
D. One or more Commissioners may be present in the Commission Chambers conducting county business throughout the day on Tuesdays.
E. The Commissioners may, individually, schedule personal appointments related to County business at their discretion.
F. The next Regular Meeting will be at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
VI. ADJOURN
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FIRE DISTRICT NO. 1 GOVERNING BODY
Immediately Following the Close of the Commission Agenda Meeting
I. OPENING BUSINESS:
A. Call Meeting to Order.
B. Consider Approval of Agenda.
C. Consider Minutes of the December 28, 2023, Regular Meeting.
D. Any citizen wishing to make statements during the discussion of any item must first be recognized by the Chair. After being recognized, that person should state their name and the name of any organization represented, if any. Statements should be limited to five minutes.
II. OLD BUSINESS - Items tabled, or scheduled, from previous Meetings, will be heard at this time.
-There is no Old Business at this time.
III. NEW BUSINESS - New business being considered will be heard at this time.
A. RESOLUTION 2024-01: Resolution Transferring and Carrying Over 2023 Fire District No. 1 Unexpended Funds to the Special Equipment Fund:
-Matt Patzner, Barton County Administrator, will provide details. Fire District No. 1, created to provide fire protection to a portion of northeastern Barton County, is financed by the City of Claflin and Cheyenne, Independent and Logan Townships. The Board will consider transferring remaining 2023 funds to the Fire District’s Special Equipment Fund.
IV. OTHER BUSINESS:
A. Discussion Items.
B. Citizens or organizations may present requests or proposals for initial consideration.
C. Announce next Regular Meeting of the Fire District will be announced at a later date.
V. ADJOURN