Sumner County Commissioner minutes: June 12 and June 13, 2023
Sumner Newscow report — The following is the Sumner County Commissioner meeting minutes for June 12 and June 13.
June 12, 2023 – 9 a.m.
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session in the Commission room of the Sumner County Courthouse. Those present were Chairman John Cooney, Commissioner Jim Newell and Commissioner Steve Warner. Also present was County Clerk Debra A. Norris and 80th House Representative Bill Rhiley.
The Commission reviewed and unanimously approved the minutes of June 5 and 6.
At 9:30 a.m., the Commission held a public hearing regarding a request submitted by Ron and Mary Beck, to vacate all the alley from South Island Rd (platted as McEachern Ave), to South Lane Rd (platted as Kansas Ave) running through Lots One (1) to Twelve (12) inclusive, Block Five (5), Original Town of Perth, Sumner County, Kansas. County Clerk Norris reported the required notice was published and sent to Downs Township officers. No opposition was present. After discussion, the Commission unanimously approved and adopted Resolution 2023-13.
At 9:58 a.m., upon unanimous vote, the Commission entered into executive session for 5 minutes with County Counselor Jack Potucek for an attorney/client privileged matter. Clerk Norris was asked to remain in the meeting. At 10:03 a.m., the Commission reconvened in open session. No binding action was taken as a result of the executive session.
At 10 a.m., a public hearing was held for the opening of sealed bids received for a piece of grassland located in the Southwest Corner (SW Corner) of the Northwest Quarter (NW4) of Section Twenty-five (S25) Township Thirty-Two South (T32S), Range One West (R1W) Sumner County, Kansas containing twenty-five (25) acres of grass, more or less. A single bid was received from Grant Davis for $30 per acre. After reviewing the only bid received, the Commission tabled the acceptance of the bid with some changes to the start/stop dates. Clerk Norris was instructed to inform Mr. Davis of the decision and bring it back to the board next week.
E911 Director Marcie Bristor updated the Commission on security at tower sites across the County.
Planning and Zoning Director Jon Bristor discussed firework sales with the Commission. A recent application was received after the date required by resolution. Director Bristor advised the applicant has a good history with the County. After review, the Commission authorized Director Bristor to proceed to process the application.
Economic Development Director Stacy Davis and Ranson Financial Municipal Consultant Crystal Hinnen discussed available funding from a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) CV-4 grant with the Commission. After discussion, Commission unanimously authorized Director Davis and Municipal Consultant Hinnen to move forward with the application process, applying for additional funding, and helping businesses prepare for future pandemic.
At 11:32 a.m., upon unanimous vote the Commission entered into executive session for 10 minutes with Counselor Potucek to discuss non-elected personnel. At 10:42 a.m., the Commission reconvened in open session. Chairman Cooney advised no binding action as the result of the executive session.
There was no further business, so the Board of County Commissioners adjourned at 11:50 a.m.
June 13, 2023 – 9 a.m.
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session in the Commission room of the Sumner County Courthouse. Those present were Chairman John Cooney and Commissioner Steve Warner. Commissioner Jim Newell was absent. Also present was County Clerk Debra A. Norris and 80th House Representative Bill Rhiley.
Road and Bridge Director Doug Finch presented a prepared letter of agreement transferring of bonds from Cornejo & Sons, LLC to Pearson Construction, LLC for Oxford Road Improvement in the amount of $7,941,737.10. After discussion, Chairman Cooney was authorized to sign the letter. Additional discussion included departmental projects.
At 9:30 a.m., the Commission held a public hearing on zoning case No. 01PC-23 with Planning and Zoning Director Jon Bristor. The application by Carolyn Johnson, requesting zone change from “R-D” rural district to “C-4” highway service district, developing of a truck terminal use as defined by zoning regulations. The tract contains 37.73 acres located at 320 E, 170th Street South, South Haven. One person presented opposition during the zoning meeting. The Planning Commission, with seven members present approved the zoning request. After discussion, the Commission unanimously approved and adopted Resolution No. 2023-14.
County Counselor Jack Potucek provided general reviews and updates.
The Commission reviewed and unanimously approved payables in the amount of $529,751.79
There being no further business, the Board of County Commissioners adjourned at 10:25 a.m.
