These are the minutes for May 2002, as approved by the Bourbon County Commission.
| May 3, 2002 | May 6, 2002 |
| May 10, 2002 no meeting | May 13, 2002 |
| May 17, 2002 | May 20, 2002 |
| May 24, 2002 | May 27, 2002 Memorial Day-no meeting |
| May 31, 2002 |
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The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with all commissioners present. Cecelia Key was also present. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Clyde Killion discussed road graders and road repairs with the commissioners. David Neville spoke to the commissioners about repairs that are needed for one of the courthouse boilers to meet state regulations. The commissioners instructed Mr. Neville to make the repairs. The total cost of labor and materials for the repairs is $4,701.27. Lynn Smith and Monique Umphenour spoke to the commissioners about the computers. The county was hit with a computer virus yesterday that came through from the State of Kansas. There is an anti-virus corporation that can be used to protect us. No action at this time. Susan Quick presented the commissioners with the most recent sales tax revenue we have received. She asked the commissioners if they would like to be told each time sales tax revenue is received and they said that they would. Robert Query left the meeting at 10:00 am. Chemical quotes were opened at 10:00 am. Three quotes were received. They were:
Terry Graham made a motion to accept the UAP/Timberland quote for a total of $16,182.35. Gary Houston seconded the motion and both voted in favor. Doylene Kennedy reported that the county’s FEMA check for $71,090.22 arrived this week. Harold Coleman reported a problem with an old cement culvert south of Hammond on a county road. Lee Davis inquired about chemical bids. After routine business, the meeting adjourned at 12:20 pm.
ATTEST: (ss) Joanne Long, County Clerk |
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The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with all commissioners present. Deputy county clerk Cecelia Key was also present. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Ed French updated the commissioners on Emergency Preparedness. Clyde Killion discussed road repairs and Elm Creek Lake. Lynn Smith and Monique Umphenour met with the commissioners to discuss the Virus Scan software. It will cost approximately $800.00 to protect all the personal computers in the courthouse. Don Russell phoned to ask if the county would waive gate fees at the Transfer Station for some loads from the City of Fort Scott. The commissioners agreed. Richard A. Long of Kirkham Michael Consulting Engineers stopped by to see if he could be of any assistance to Bourbon County. No action. John Doherty met with the commissioners to request $600.00 for Armed Forces Day, May 18, 2002. The commissioners agreed to review the Special Parks and Recreation Fund and let him know. After reviewing the fund, the commissioners agreed to allot $400.00 ($200.00 each from Terry Graham and Gary Houston’s share of the fund) from Special Parks and Recreation. Gary Houston signed the annual Mine Report and Site Registration Renewal for the State Conservation Commission. Susan Quick reported the FEMA check for Dayton Cemetery arrived today. Ms. Quick gave the check to Terry Graham, as he is in charge of the cemetery. Terry Henning inquired about the funding of Osaga Cemetery. He is replacing Kay Roufs on the board. After routine business, the meeting adjourned at noon.
ATTEST: (ss) Joanne Long, County Clerk
May 10, 2002 Commissioners attending conference in Wichita. No meeting. |
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The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with all commissioners present. County Clerk Joanne Long was also present. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Clyde Killion discussed the need for new tires for the county mowers. The commissioners approved the request. David Neville met with the commissioners to discuss the 3rd Floor air conditioner unit. It has been mentioned that the duct work is not installed properly, as the courtroom is always very cold and the District Court office, Judge’s Chambers and the Court Reporter’s Office are mild to hot in temperature. No action at this time. The first two drawdown of funds requests for the Tri-Valley CDBG Grant were presented for approval. Chairman Houston signed the requests. Chemical quotes were opened at 10:00 am. Three quotes were received from:
Robert Query made a motion to accept the quote from Van Diest for a total cost of $2,259.30. Terry Graham seconded the motion and all voted in favor. Joanne Long presented a resolution for approval. It is the renewal of the Section 125 plan for the county. Terry Graham made a motion to adopt the resolution. Robert Query seconded and all voted in favor. It was marked as Resolution 14-02 and placed in the resolution book. There was discussion of Leadership Bourbon County. The commissioners have been asked to speak on County Leadership day this Wednesday. After routine business, the meeting adjourned at 12:20 pm.
ATTEST: (ss) Joanne Long, County Clerk |
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The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with Terry Graham and Robert Query present. Joanne Long was also present. Gary Houston arrived at 9:15 am. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. The commissioners discussed the road projects and the fact that the wet weather has set us behind on our schedule. Harold Coleman and Dennis Brown met separately with the commissioners. Valorie Leblanc, Assistant County Attorney spoke with the commissioners concerning legal issues. She was given a copy of the housing agreement between the City of Fulton and the Southeast Kansas Regional Correctional Center for housing inmates. She was also given a copy of a Notice of Claim against Bourbon County, by the family of Jerry M. Lewis. Gilbert Fleeman spoke to the commissioners regarding questions about his final paycheck. The commissioners signed a letter of support of the Southeast Kansas Area Transit Coordinating Council, Inc. (SKAT). After routine business, the meeting adjourned at noon.
ATTEST: (ss) Joanne Long, County Clerk |
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The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with Terry Graham and Robert Query present. Cecelia Key, Deputy County Clerk, was also present. Gary Houston arrived at 9:40 am. Jerry Lyons spoke to the commissioners about chemical costs for weed control. Roger Lee discussed a septic tank inspection problem. No action. Clyde Killion updated the commission about the rock quarry and road conditions. He also presented a letter to the commissioners from Allen County Public Works regarding increases in fees, effective January 1, 2003 at the Allen County Landfill. At 9:35 am, Terry Graham and Clyde Killion left the meeting to view road problems. Lee Davis presented commissioners with chemical quotes. Three were received from:
Robert Query made a motion to accept the quote from UAP/Timberland in the amount of $7,990.40. Gary Houston seconded the bid and both voted in favor. Terry Graham returned to the meeting at 10:50 am. Paul Pavey and John George met with the commissioners about a proposed watershed dam on the property of Helen Carson. There is a low point in the road which the gentlemen are concerned will flood. The watershed would like the road to be built up at the low point to avoid any possible flooding. The commissioners gave them the authority to proceed with the plans and asked to be kept informed. David Neville checked in with the commissioners about the air conditioner problems in District Court. The commissioners said they wanted to look into the problem and would speak to him later about it. After routine business, the meeting adjourned at 12:10 pm.
ATTEST: (ss) Joanne Long, County Clerk |
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The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with all commissioners and the county clerk present. Minutes of the previous meetings were read and approved. Dave Klepac met with the commissioners regarding a proposed Cereal Malt Beverage license in Franklin Township. Hidden Valley Lakes Association already has a CMB License to sell liquor by the drink, but needs a separate license for retail sales. He gave the commissioners a letter of approval from the township board. The commissioners approved the request. Mr. Klepac will now fill out the application and deal with the clerk’s office. Bob Eckles met with the commissioners about the recycling program. He said that the Fort Scott Kiwanis Club would like to volunteer to man the Fort Scott recycling dates. They would also like the program to be in Fort Scott more frequently. Currently, there are seven stops for the recycling, one stop each weekend, barring holidays. The Kiwanis members would like Fort Scott to have a more regular schedule, to make volunteering more accessible, and suggests the third Saturday of each month. The next scheduled stop for Fort Scott is June 8, 2002 and then the third Saturday of the next month would be July 20, 2002. The commissioners will make the changes and thanked the civic organization for participating. The commissioners spoke to Clyde Killion about flooding, potholes and oil trucks. The commissioners told Mr. Killion it was okay for him to look for an oil truck. David Neville asked the commissioners if they had reached a decision about the District Court air conditioner. They have not. The commissioners would like to do business with local companies if possible. David told the commissioners that Ed French verbally assaulted him the last time David called another company to look at air conditioner repairs needed. He also stated that several local companies have declined doing business with the county. Mr. Neville then stated that the air conditioner in the third floor hallway is broken and he has ordered a part. He also stated that the statue of the soldier on the courthouse lawn is breaking up at the base. The commissioners stated they would contact Mid-Continental Restoration. Harold Coleman spoke to the commissioners about the Third Grade students who visit the courthouse each May. He said the County Clerk’s office gave out candy and would like to have something with Bourbon County on it to give in the future, such as pencils, pens, key chains or erasers. Companies sell items in bulk for pennies. The commissioners approved the request. The commissioners signed a new signature sheet for the Tri-Valley CDBG grant, as the old sheet had Robert Query as chairman. Joanne Long stated that Judy Orton certified Real Estate Value on Thursday, May 23, 2002. Ms. Long also requested approval to purchase a laser printer from the Election Fund. With the installation of the Infinitec programs, the dot matrix printer is obsolete as all reports will be on 8 ½” x 11” paper. A 40-page per minute printer is $4,240 and a 30-page per minute printer is $3,720. The dot matrix printer is worth approximately $2,000 if sold out-right, but only worth $700 if used as a trade-in. The commissioners told her to see if there is interest in the dot matrix printer. If not, take the trade-in and buy the 40-page per minute printer. The commissioners discussed the District Court air conditioner situation. It was decided that Gary Houston would speak to Tony French and give him the opportunity to correct what needs to be corrected. After routine business, the meeting adjourned at 12:05 pm.
ATTEST: (ss) Joanne Long, County Clerk May 27, 2002 Monday--Memorial Day, Holiday No meeting. |
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The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with all commissioners and the county clerk present. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Kenny Felt, a reporter with the Fort Scott Tribune, sat in for most of the morning session. The commissioners spoke to Clyde Killion on a number of topics, including: addresses on Indian Road, the recycling program, culverts, tubes and the asphalt plant. Mark McCoy met with the commissioners to request a stop sign be erected on the south side of Horton, at Jayhawk Road. He stated that the view of traffic coming from the south on Horton is obstructed due to the hill and with the opening of the new hospital traffic is only going to increase. He believes that putting a stop sign at the corner will prevent accidents. He has spoken to the City of Fort Scott about placing a stop sign on the north side of Horton, as that is still inside the Fort Scott city limits. The commissioners indicated they would view the intersection, discuss the matter with the City and consider the request. Mr. McCoy thanked the commissioners. Robert Query mentioned that Mid-Continental Restoration Co. would repair the soldier statue in the courthouse lawn for a cost of $800. The commissioners will contact Midland and MCR to receive other quotes before making decisions. Lois Coyan presented the 2003 Annual Weed Management Plan for the commissioners to sign. The commissioners signed the plan. David Neville spoke to the commissioners. The cooling tower for the air conditioner unit is leaking, and has leaked for ten years. He presented an estimate from DC Refrigeration for repairs in the amount of $1,465.00. The commissioners would like to view the air conditioner before making a decision. The commissioners spoke to Sheriff Harold Coleman about the request for a stop sign at Jayhawk and Horton. Sheriff Coleman thinks it is a good idea, from a safety standpoint. The commissioners approved accounts payable and payroll for the period. The commissioners received three quotes for Remedy. They were:
Robert Query made a motion to accept the quote from UAP/Timberland for the amount of $6,244.00. Gary Houston seconded the motion and all voted in favor. The commissioners discussed the problem of illegal dumping of solid waste at the county’s C & D landfill. Apparently people are hiding solid waste at the bottom of a load of C & D and it is not found until after it’s been dumped. The county needs to hire a part-time employee to watch as people dump their loads to prevent this, as the State will shut down the landfill if it continues. Clyde Killion will review the applications on file. Terry Graham and Gary Houston left to view the cooling tower at 10:30 am. They returned at 10:35 am. The commissioners discussed the hard surface road plan with Kenny Felt. Commissioners signed an Emissions Test Agreement with Source Assessment Technologies. The commissioners approved the repair to the air conditioner for the installation of a thermostat, but did not approve the bulk of the repairs. Clyde Killion and Terry Graham left the meeting at 11:13 am to view a road five miles west of Fort Scott on Old 54 Hwy. They returned at 11:55 am. After routine business, the meeting adjourned at 12:05 pm.
ATTEST: (ss) Joanne Long, County Clerk |
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