January 3, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Thomas R. Weigand, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Harold L. Fuller and Donald E. Waymire present

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Weigand at 8:30a.m.

Ray DeJulio discussed burn permits and the difficulty of staying with all brush piles until burned out.  Board agreed to have Rick Sawin talk to fire chiefs and get back with Commissioners.

Ray DeJulio discussed a building at Rock Creek Rd. and Nebraska Rd.  Ray said that County Attorney John Dowell recommended paying the landowner for the building and removing it from the right of way at a cost of $8,931.00.

Ray DeJulio discussed purchasing four new snowplows.  Ray said he had received a quote for two Flink snowplows for $12,346.00.  Ray said these plows would help with cleaning corners and intersections.  Board agreed to let bids for one Flink snowplow.

Commissioner Bill Ogle arrived at 8:48.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Chairman Weigand seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes at 8:55 for personnel of non-elected with Board, Ray DeJulio and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Weigand opened the meeting at 9:05 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Fuller seconded to go into an executive session for five minutes at 9:05 for personnel of non-elected with Board and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.” Chairman Weigand opened the meeting at 9:10 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Chairman Weigand moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes at 9:22 for personnel of non-elected with Board, Rex Bowling, Craig Davis and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Weigand opened the meeting at 9:32 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Fuller seconded to send notice to the Williamsburg Township Board that an application has been received for Save Rest Shop to sell cereal malt beverages.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Fuller moved and Chairman Weigand seconded to approve the minutes for December 27, 2000.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Weigand opened a public hearing at 10:00 for the purpose of an Economic Development tax exemption on a new cross-dock at the Wal-Mart Distribution Center.  Attending the hearing was Lou Atherton, John Cessna, Dale Moore, Dale Dieterich, Jan Collins and Jack Wray.

Lou Atherton said that the Administrative Review Committee had met and discussed the application for exemption and that Wal-Mart is preparing some more documents that are needed before exemption can be approved.

Dale Dieterich said that Wal-Mart has brought economic development to the County and the Franklin County Economic Development Committee is in favor of this exemption.

Jan Collins said that USD 290 has been supportive of this type of exemption in the past.

Jack Wray said that the volunteer fire fighters receive nothing from these exemptions, but take on more risk with no money for better equipment.

John Cessna Wal-Mart Distribution Center Manager said that Roger Keith had contacted him about purchasing air tanks for the fire department.  John said that Wal-Mart didn’t provide the tanks, but did supply some other supplies.  John said that Wal-Mart would help with the purchase of air tanks.

With no further comments Chairman Weigand closed the public hearing at 10:10.

Chairman Weigand opened a public hearing at 10:30 for the purpose of an Economic Development tax exemption on property purchased by Stark Truss Company.  Attending the hearing was Lou Atherton, Jim Humbert, Dale Dieterich, Steve Brown and Jack Wray.

Jim Humbert said that Stark Truss Company purchased the former Ryder Truck facility on East Wilson Street and already has hired 21 employees and plans to add another shift.  He asks that the existing building and real estate be considered for a 100% exemption instead of a 50% as stated in Resolution 92-28.

Chairman Weigand said that the Resolution would have to be amended to do a 100% exemption and that would only be appropriate in an emergency.

Steve Brown said he had some questions about the exemption on what is new additions and what is remolding of the existing building.  Jim Humbert said that Stark did remodel some of the existing building and add a second floor to a portion of it for office space.

Dale Dieterich said that he is happy to have Stark Truss Company in the community and supports the proposed exemption.

With no further comments Chairman Weigand closed the public hearing at 10:52.

Commissioner Fuller moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to approve a 50% exemption on the land and existing building for ten years and a 100% exemption on personal property and additions to the existing building for ten years all effective January 1, 2001.  Chairman Weigand and Commissioner Fuller, Ogle and Waymire voted “yes.”  Commissioner Carey abstained from voting.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Weigand seconded to sign the license and approve a cereal malt beverage license for Save Rest Shop-Roger Shoemaker located at 460 John Brown Rd. Williamsburg.  All voted “yes.”

Sue McCay in with Register of Deeds annual report.

Chairman Weigand signed payroll changes 01-150 Cecil McAdoo from $9.16 to $9.45 and 01-151 David Griffin from $9.16 to $9.45.

Commissioner Ogle moved and Chairman Weigand seconded to approve payroll changes 00-483 resignation of Nola Ahlquist-Turner from the Health Department, 01-152 Kevin Kimball to receive $750.00 per month for the teaching of the Criminal Justice Class and 01-153 Craig A. Davis to receive $1,082.30 per month for the teaching of the Criminal Justice Class.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Fuller moved and Commissioner Ogle seconded to approve payroll changes 01-154 correcting payroll change 01-093 Roger Shambaugh from $15.03 to $15.47, 01-155 correcting payroll change 01-080 Jimmie Dean from $12.77 to $15.09, 01-156 Charles LeMaster from part time to full time from $10.03 to $10.23 and 01-157 Kyle Stephenson from part time to full time from $8.79 to $9.61.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Fuller moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-01 adopting in its entirety the Franklin County Personnel Rules and Regulations dated January 1, 2001 and repealing any previous rules and regulations.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Fuller seconded to purchase InfiniTec/Kohl Fish and Game/Miscellaneous Software to assist the County Clerk in the handling of all monies collected, including miscellaneous receipts, making deposits to the County Treasurer and Fish and Game controls and reports at a cost of $3,250.  All voted “yes.”

County Clerk Shari Perry discussed House Bill 2838 and asked the Board if they wanted to make health insurance coverage available to employees that have not been employed with Franklin County for at least ten years.  Board agreed that only employees that have worked for the County for at least ten years could take advantage of this bill.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ogle seconded to purchase an Election Systems and Software 150 scanner and trade in model 115 for a cost of $20,075 from Lockwood to be paid for out of the Election Equipment Fund.  All voted “yes.”

County Clerk Shari Perry discussed the longevity bonus compensation that was approved.  Board agreed that the full-time date of employment will be used and not any part-time years of service.  Resolution states it is for full time employees.  Board also stated that the previous longevity compensation was done away with in 1999.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 12:35.

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                                       Clerk                                                                                                                Chairman

January 8, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire, John E. Taylor and Donald E. Waymire present

The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Carey at 8:37a.m.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to appoint Raymond R. Carey as Chairman.  Commissioners Ferguson, Stottlemire, Taylor and Waymire voted “yes.”  Commissioner Carey abstained.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to appoint Donald E. Waymire as Vice-Chairman.  Chairman Carey and Commissioner Ferguson, Stottlemire and Taylor voted “yes.”  Commissioner Waymire abstained.

Jeanny Sharp in and discussed the Ottawa Herald being the legal newspaper.  Jeanny stated that the rate would be $5.25 per column inch.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to appoint the Ottawa Herald as the legal county newspaper.  All voted “yes.”

Board agreed to set meetings on Monday and Wednesday’s from 8:30 a.m. until business is completed and Board ask County Clerk Shari Perry to send a letter to the Township boards and City Clerk’s about the Board’s willingness to set a evening meeting if a invitation is received from any of the Board’s. 

Board agreed to leave public comment time at 9:30.

Chairman Carey will be a member on the OFCED Board.

Commissioner Ferguson will attend the Hospital Board meetings.

Chairman Carey appointed Commissioner Stottlemire to the RC&D Board.

Chairman Carey appointed Commissioner Taylor to the Tourism Board.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to leave the commission districts as they are.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to leave the bylaws the way they are.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for January 3, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

County Attorney John Dowell discussed the Commissioners duties, open meetings and open records.

Diane Drake with the Franklin County Mental Health Clinic in and discussed the connection between Franklin County and the Franklin County Mental Health Clinic and what the clinic does for residents of Franklin County.  Diane Drake also invited the Board to a luncheon on January 15, 2001 at the clinic at 11:30.

Lloyd McClure in and discussed rezoning of property at Old 50 and Rock Creek .  Lloyd said that Zoning Board voted down the rezoning because of public water issues.  Lloyd also discussed Dodson rezoning/special use permit.

Valorie Weber in and discussed recommendation from the Planning Commission.  Recommendations are as follows:

1.        Rezoning from A-1 to R-1 for property owned by B.J. DeGrande and Glenn Evans.  Commission members held discussion and voted 6-0 to deny the rezoning.

2.        Rezoning from A-3 to I-2 with Special Use Permit for property owned by Robert Dodson.  Commission members held discussion and there were two main motions regarding the rezoning 1) motion to rezone from A-3 to I-2 with special use the vote was 4-2 to deny and 2) motion to rezone from A-3 to A-2 with special use for aircraft salvage with the following amendments: to change maximum building height to 45’ and change maximum lot coverage to 50%, the vote was 5-1 to approve.

3.        Rezoning from A-3 to A-2 with Special Use Permit for a youth campground for property owned by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas.  Commission members held discussion and voted 6-0 to approve rezoning.

4.        Consider vacating utility easements for property owned by Quentin Nevill.  Commission members held discussion and voted 6-0 to recommend to the Board of County Commissioners to vacate the utility easements on said property.

Ed York said that the Housing Task Force Group agrees with the Planning Commission on the rezoning request on property owned by B.J. DeGrande and Glenn Evans, but asked that it go back to the Planning Commission to work out the problems and then move forward.

Cal Lantis said he has concerns about regulations in the county and hopes we are not sending a message that we don’t want growth in the County.

Tom Weigand said he supports this kind of development in the County.

Cathy McClay who lives in Meadow Lake Estates and has concerns about 43 homes in her back yard.  She said that there are concerns about water, fire protection, sewage, traffic and that part of the area floods.

Lloyd McClure said the problem with water needs to be worked out.

Jack Wray asked if these people know that the township only has two fire trucks and only volunteers to fight the fires.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to send the rezoning request back on property owned by B.J. DeGrande and Glenn Evans to the Planning Commission for the March 15, 2001 meeting.  All voted “yes.”

Lou Atherton commented on the rezoning request for Robert Dodson and said he didn’t know any business that is comfortable with a special use permit.  Lou recommends that the Board of County Commissioners rezone the Dodson property to I-2.

Lloyd McClure said that Robert Dodson would need a special use permit with A-2 or I-2 zoning.

Tom Weigand said it was his understanding that Robert Dodson wants his property rezoned to I-2 with a special use permit.

Lloyd McClure said that the Comprehensive Plan says we will not encourage industrial zoning in the County, that industrial property should be within cities.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Chairman Carey seconded to approve the recommendation from the Planning Commission and approve Resolution No. 01-02 to rezone Robert Dodson’s property (see Resolution for property description) from A-3 to A-2 with a special use permit for aircraft salvage with two amendments 1) change maximum building height to 45’ and 2) change maximum lot coverage to 50%.  Chairman Carey and Commissioners Ferguson, Taylor and Waymire voted “yes.”  Commissioner Stottlemire voted “no.”

Dale Dieterich asked that a letter be sent to Robert Dodson in regards to the discussion on rezoning his property.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the recommendation from the Planning Commission and approve Resolution No. 01-03 to rezone a tract of land owned by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kansas City (see Resolution for property description) from A-3 to A-2 to establish a campground.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the recommendation from the Planning Commission and approve Resolution No. 01-04 to vacate utility easements on a property in Emerald View Estates owned by Quentin Nevill (see Resolution for property description).  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Chairman Carey seconded to approve payroll change 01-028 to transfer Alan Radcliffe from the Sheriff’s Department to the Public Works Department effective January 8, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept an easement from James A and Donna L. Ferguson located in Section 28, Township 17, Range 20 along Rock Creek Rd.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed using 911 money for street signs.  Ray said that the money has been and is being saved for needed communication equipment upgrades that are going to be done this year.  Ray said that he would pay for the signs out of the Road and Bridge budget.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a Petition County Road Crossing from Kinder Morgan Interstate Gas Transmission Company and grants them permission and authority to perform certain work involving installation of a Gas pipeline in, under, across, upon, or along the county road right of way with locations described in Exhibit A of Petition.  All voted “yes.”

Marilyn Bennett in and presented Board a letter in regards to her years of service and her longevity bonus check.  Board said they would review.

Don McMican in and discussed statue that stands on the roof in the front of the Courthouse.  Don discussed the repairs and estimates it will cost $15,000 to $20,000 to fix the statue.

Craig Davis in about selling old car camera’s.  Craig said he has check with other law enforcement agencies in Franklin County and said that only Wellsville City Police Department is interested in purchasing them.  Craig said that Wellsville would pay $5,000 for the three cameras.  Board said, County Attorney John Dowell would need to be asked about procedure to dispose of them.  Craig Davis said that only police departments could purchase them.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve added tax orders 1216-1217 in the amount of $680.82, abated tax orders 1131-1138 in the amount of $7805.67 and refund tax orders 510-511 in the amount of $140.66.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a designation of emergency vehicles to Rick Sawin, Francis R. Dalsing, Robert B. Stegner, Kenneth R. Sobba and Gary Cherney.  All voted “yes.”

County Clerk Shari Perry discussed a letter received from Bankers’ Bank of Kansas in regards to business credit card that was issued through Kansas State Bank of Ottawa.  Board agreed that the County would not have a credit card that charges an annual fee and agreed not to renew the credit card.

Chairman Carey closed for lunch at 12:05.

Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 1:05 with all Commissioners present.

Board discussed the County Attorney’s budget and agreed to transfer up to $20,000 to his budget from the Commissioner’s budget.

Board discussed the Criminal Justice Class, which is taught by the Sheriff’s Department and is paid for by the School District.

Board went and toured the Courthouse, 911 and the Courts Building.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:12.

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                                          Clerk                                                                                         Chairman

January 10, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Raymond R. Carey, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire, John E. Taylor and Donald E. Waymire present

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Carey at 8:25a.m.

Sue McCay in and discussed a Abstract of Mortgage Registrations and Fees Report that she is required to do and reported that the total indebtedness from Real Estate Mortgages filed in Franklin County in 2000 was $102,491,044.70.

Chairman Carey reported that the stand by generator at the Annex is complete and up and running.

Board discussed the Lohman property in Peoria.  No action taken.

John Dowell in and discussed his 2001 County Attorney budget.  Board said they agreed to transfer $20,000 from the Commissioner’s budget to the County Attorney.

Juanita Zeek in and discussed how the Special Auto department works.  Juanita said the State of Kansas is going to provide the Auto department with new PC’s in February or March.  Juanita said there are some electrical problems that need to be fixed before new PC’s can be installed.  Juanita asked about replacing the counters in motor vehicle to help with the electrical problems and cabling.  Juanita said she has talked to Navrat’s about trading in the counters she currently has and purchasing new counters at a cost of $4,975.00.  Juanita said she has about $13,000 left in Special Auto Fund.  Juanita asked the Board if she could use a portion of the money to update the electrical and purchase new counters and transfer any money left to the General Fund in May of 2001.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to purchase new counters for the Special Auto Department from Navrat’s at a cost of $4,975.00.  All voted “yes.”

Bob Marsh, President of Franklin County Heritage Homes in and discussed what the group does.  Mr. Marsh asked if the members of the group could purchase coffee mugs and candy dishes from the county.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to allow the Heritage Home Group to purchase offee mugs at $6.00 each and candy dishes at $9.00 each from the County Clerk’s Office.  All voted “yes.”

Norman Wooge asked if the Board had read Robert’s Rules.  Norman said that the Chairman is to conduct the meeting and should only vote to break ties.  Norman said that the meetings should be recorded.  Norman said that the Commissioner’s didn’t listen to a person that said there was not water and she didn’t moved to the County to have 43 houses in her back yard.  Norman said that the Board made no decent decisions on Monday and the Commissioner’s shouldn’t act like Sugar Daddies.

Commissioner Taylor said that Chairman Carey doesn’t speak for him and he will interrupt or ask for discussion if he has something to say.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for January 8, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Craig Davis and Brad Gilges in about history of Franklin County 911.  Brad gave the Board a history about 911 when it started and how and what has happened.  Brad presented the Board with cost estimates to update the 911 equipment and is estimating it will cost $266,636.26.

Don McMican in and discussed the Courthouse Restoration Project.  Don discussed what has been done to date and what is going to be done.

Chairman Carey moved the meeting to the basement of the Jail at 12:00 for the monthly department head luncheon.  Attending the luncheon was Ted McCurdy, Craig Davis, Ethel Wallace, Juanita Zeek, Barb Conus, Sue McCay, Bob Thompson, Ray DeJulio, Steve Brown, Kevin Jones, Don Stottlemire, Don Waymire, Raymond Carey, Fred Ferguson, Ed Taylor and Shari Perry.

Board back in chambers at 1:34.

Board discussed an attendance record form for department heads.  Board asked County Clerk Shari Perry to draft a form.

Don McMican in and discussed some bricks that we ordered and that were made the wrong size.  Mr. McMican said that we are still able to use them anyway.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Chairman Carey seconded to go into an executive session for 15 minutes at 2:20 for personnel of non-elected with Board and Ethel Wallace present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 2:22 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Board discussed with Ethel Wallace the Juvenile Detention Facility.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll changes 01-159 change status of Amanda Stratton from part-time no benefits to part-time with benefits and 01-160 hire Jessica L. High as an EMT at $8.50 per hour.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve added order 1218 in the amount of $360.00 and added escaped orders 1233-1238 in the amount of $491.90.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:35.

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                                     Clerk                                                                                            Chairman

January 17, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Raymond R. Carey, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire, John E. Taylor and Donald E. Waymire present

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Carey at 8:27a.m.

Craig Davis in about shift pay for 911 dispatchers and Jailers and discussed the Law Enforcement Contract with the City of Pomona.  Board agreed to increase the contract 3 percent.

Craig Davis asked about getting a credit card to use when the Sheriff’s Department has to go out of the County to pick up a prisoner.  Board asked him to get cash advances from the County Treasurer and turn back in the receipts.

Craig Davis reported that a prisoner was injured over the weekend.  Craig said it was a dislocated finger.

Larry Felix in about Ransom Memorial Hospitals financial statements, the new emergency room doctor and the new accountant.

Luis Flores in about real estate inspections on the sales of property.   Luis discussed what has been done in the past and what is being done know at the time the property sale is completed.  Luis said he has set an appointment to meet with County Attorney John Dowell to discuss inspections.  Luis also discussed the fees that are currently being charged.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the minutes for January 10, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Norman Wooge discussed recording meetings, itemizing reimbursements and phone maintenance bills.

Lawton and Leona Boyer of 1052 Rock Creek Rd. in about brush being cut on Rock Creek Rd. on January 11 and 12^th and being pushed on and into their fence and left it there.  They are concerned about rains washing brush into culverts and leaving stumps.  They also have concerns about water running down roads instead of in the ditches.  They had owner weed control signs and they are gone.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve added orders 1219-1231 in the amount of $2,599.65, abated orders 1139-1142 in the amount of $20,564.19 and refund orders 512-516 in the amount of $16,541.24.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to declare the office of Ohio Township Treasurer vacate and appointed Leroy Wasmund to fill that position.  All voted “yes.”

Theresa Cummings in to brief the Board on what Community Corrections does and where they receive there funding.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish solicitation of bids for the purchase of a van for Community Corrections.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve a transfer of $5,691.45 from Conditional Violator fund 513 to Community Corrections Planning Grant fund 516.  All voted “yes.”

Bill Gray in about advertising in the progress addition of the Ottawa Herald.  Bill said that a full page, color add would cost $1,100.  Board will make a decision next Wednesday.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes at 10:45 for personnel of non-elected with Board and County Clerk Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 10:55 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Kevin Jones in and discussed inventories and how they are done.  Kevin asked that copies of minutes, agenda’s and all memo’s be e-mailed to all department heads. 

Kevin Jones said that current projects he is working on are phone system at County Attorney’s Office, computers for courts, changes in Register of Deeds Office and changes in the Motor Vehicle Department.  Kevin also discussed conduit for fiber for Ottawa Family Physicians, Drug Enforcement Unit and Dr, Seto.  Board said the County wouldn’t pay for it.  Kevin said he was contacted by the Hospital about Ottawa Family Physicians and Dr. Seto and he would contact the Hospital about the cost to install the conduit.

Chairman Carey moved the meeting to the City Hall at 11:45 for the monthly joint luncheon with the City of Ottawa and USD 290.

Attending the luncheon was Tony Keim, Craig Davis, Jan Collins, Rex Cummings, Bob Bezek, Louis Reed, Blaine Finch, Karen McAdoo, Gene Ramsey, Ed Taylor, Rocky Fleer, Don Waymire, Charles Gillette, Richard Jackson, Shari Perry, Raymond Carey, Scott Bird, Fred Ferguson, Don Stottlemire, John Coen, Scott Lambers, Erza Sykes and Bill Allegra.

Board was back in chambers at 1:00.

Elizabeth Maxwell the director of East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging was in and presented an annual summary of services for Franklin County.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll changes for the following employees of Juvenile Dentition for those employees that work the 2^nd (.25 per hour) and 3^rd shifts (.50 per hour):  01-167 Rhonda Overman $9.82 to $10.07, 01-168 Daniel Sink $9.53 to $10.03, 01-169 Amanda Stratton $9.03 to $9.28, 01-170 Tracy Brock $10.27 to $10.77, 01-171 Cynthia Guyett $9.53 to $10.03, 01-172 James Lee $10.27 to $10.77, 01-173 Kevin McAdoo $9.53 to $9.78 and 01-174 Travis Morris $9.03 to $9.28.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve and publish the following solicitation of bids:  tires for the Public Works Department, culverts for the Public Works Department and a Flink 11PA38 Snowplow for the Public Works Department.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to appoint Don Stottlemire to the Lake Region Authority Board.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to appoint Fred Ferguson as the alternate to the Lake Region Authority Board.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed tool allowance for the mechanic.  County Clerk Shari Perry said that for the county to insure the mechanics tools we would need an itemized listed from each mechanic of the tools they own.  The cost of the insurance would be approximately $2.54 per $1,000.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to pay up to $600.00 a year for tool allowance to the mechanics in December upon receipts submitted.  If only $400.00 is spent then only $400.00 will be allowed.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to pay Mr. Walleck $8,931.00 once he has removed a building from the right of way on Rock Creek Rd. and building must be removed by September 1, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed receiving sixty (60) days of sick leave.  Board said they would discuss and make a decision for all department heads.

Board had a conference call with Rob Gavin and Donna Crawford about the Centropolis Sewer District and what they are trying to do since the bids came in higher than the estimates and higher than the grant money and Rural Development money that has been approved for this project.

J.R. Dodson in about zoning and special use permit for property they own outside of the City of Rantoul.  J.R. said that the legal description is incorrect in the Resolution that was adopted, special use permit doesn’t cover what they are currently using the property for, they need industrial zoning for a business loan, Wal-Mart is an island not located in a City and it was rezoned to industrial he doesn’t have any objection to Wal-Mart being in the County instead of the City and that his property is used for distribution the same as Wal-Mart property is used.

Wendall Barker said a special use permit would have to be more general not just relating to aircraft.

Eric Strauss discussed that the current plan calls for on zoning property.  He said that the plan says that industrial property will be within Cities.

J.R. Dodson said that zoning classification should be for current use.

Wendall Barker said that with current zoning they are not legal with business that they are currently doing.

Tim Maier an employee of Dodson’s said zoning needs to reflect what the present use of the property is.

Chairman Carey moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes at 3:35 for personnel of non-elected with Board and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 3:45 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

With no further discussion the meeting was closed at 3:50.

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                                             Clerk                                                                                     Chairman

January 22, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Raymond R. Carey, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire, John E. Taylor and Donald E. Waymire present

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Carey at 8:24a.m.

Bob Thompson in and presented the annual reports for Recycling, Solid Waste (Transfer Station), Household Hazardous Waste.  Bob also discussed illegal dumping in the county.

Bob Thompson said they are fixing the tire cutting machines, bailer and conveyor to sell.  Board agreed to advertise for sale by sealed bid as equipment that is no longer needed for public use.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution 01-05 which replaces 01-03 and rezones a tract of land owned by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kansas City from “A-3” Agricultural District to “A-2” Agricultural-Transitional District with a Special Use Permit to establish a campground based upon certain findings of fact.  All voted “yes.”

Norman Wooge said that the County may want to keep Crestview for the homeless because of the utilities and taxes, Norman thinks there will be more homeless people.

Norman Wooge said that some shops are heating with used waste oil.  He would like the County to look into that type of heating for the shop building.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for fencing the county shop yard and overhead doors and installation for county shop yard.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to accept an easement between Michael D. and Wendy R. Gieringer for property beginning at the Northeast corner of the Northwest Quarter of Section 28, Township 17, Range 20, a permanent easement extending thirty-five feet south of the North line of said Northwest Quarter for a length of Nine Hundred Ninety feet (990 feet) west.  All voted “yes.”

Doris King presented the bylaws for the County Highway Improvement Plan (CHIP) Committee and gave the Board the Committee members that are up for re-appointment this year.

Board discussed insurance for the mechanics tools at the Public Works Shop.  Board agreed to have the mechanics check with their homeowners insurance about what it would cost to insure their tools.  Board said they could use the premium cost toward their $600.00 reimbursement per year for tool allowance.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to give Steve Brown, Ted McCurdy, Theresa Cummings, Ray DeJulio, Bob Thompson and Ethel Wallace the accumulated sick leave they had as of January 1, 1989 up to sixty (60) days and Darrell Wadkins and Kevin Jones will start accumulating as of January 1, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

County Attorney John Dowell in per Board’s request.  Board asked him about the Dodson request to rezone and his opinion about resolution that has been done.  John said the Board could leave it as is, amend resolution or rescind resolution.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll changes for those employees that work the 2^nd and 3^rd shifts for 911 and the Franklin County Jail 01-161 through 01-166 and 01-175 through 01-181 to reflect the shift pay they have received in the past.  All voted “yes.”

Board called Theresa Cummings about Contracts for Service and said that the Commissioners need to approve them.

Chairman Carey closed for lunch at 11:53.

Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 12:55.  All present.

Craig Davis in about Sheriff’s Office closing from 12:00 to 1:00.  Craig said he didn’t know anything about it and it was not going to happen.

Craig Davis and Brad Gilges discussed putting in conduit at the Annex for the Drug Enforcement Unit.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the $939.00 to be paid out of Law Enforcement Trust if the County Attorney approves it.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for January 17, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed the original application submitted by Dodson for rezoning.  Commissioner Stottlemire said it was for I-2 with a special use permit.

Tim Maier with Dodson’s said after the survey is completed they plan to resubmit an application to rezone about 80 acres as I-2 and leave 40 acres as is zoned know.

County Attorney John Dowell told the Board they have three choices to leave the zoning as is, amend the resolution, or rescind the resolution.

Board discussed with County Attorney John Dowell his office closing during the lunch hour.  John said that he is not in favor of it and is working on a solution.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:45.

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                                     Clerk                                                                                                  Chairman

January 24, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Raymond R. Carey, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire, John E. Taylor and Donald E. Waymire present

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Carey at 8:23 a.m.

Don Hay in about free dirt fill that he is going to receive.  Mr. Hay wants to use the fill to lift the road.  Mr. Hay said that the engineers created this problem and something needs to be done to fix it.  Ray DeJulio said the engineers designed the road so water could go over the road if water becomes high.  Board said they would like to go out and look at it.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to proceed with advertising in the Progress Addition of the Ottawa Herald at a cost of $1,100.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed Sharon Baer’s request to waive the cost of permits to repair fire damage to her home.

Ray DeJulio in and discussed the compliant procedure for the road department.  Ray said that the employees are doing a good job.

Ray DeJulio said he has prepared a work list for this year.  Board said they would like Ray to go over work list with them on the big projects.

Board discussed with Ray DeJulio and Rick Sawin the brush cutting on the right of way adjoining the Boyer property.

Rick Sawin, Bob Thompson and Ray DeJulio discussed the phases for fencing the Public Works Shop area and the specifications that are proposed.

Board talked to Bob Thompson about the Recycling Center hours.  Bob said they work from 7:00 to 3:00 with no lunch.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to advertise for a Health Director for the Franklin County Health Department.  All voted “yes.”

Dale Howard with the City of Ottawa in and Board discussed the city smoking the sewer lines in the Courthouse to find any venting problems with the sewer.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-06 to repeal Resolution No. 01-02 which amended the official zoning district map on property owned by Dodson’s.  It was repealed because legal description included property located within the City of Rantoul.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve contracts for services with Shawna Breathouwer, Stephanie Watson, Marlas Christian and Carolyn Schuster to provide assistance to the Fourth Judicial District Juvenile Justice Community Service Work Program as a contractual work site case manager.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to reappoint Charles Mavity, Jr. as Multi-County Representative to ECKAN Board of Directors.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to waive the building permit fee for Sharon Baer of Centropolis on a hardship case basis.  She needs to do repairs because of a fire.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the minutes for January 22, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Board left chambers at 11:10 to go view Labette Rd. out by Don Hay’s property.  Board arrived back at courthouse at 11:45 and closed for lunch.

Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Kevin Jones in for a study session on Technologies.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for two new patrol cars for the Sheriff’s Department and lease purchase agreements for financing.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-183 resignation of Travis Morris from Juvenile Dentition.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:26.

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                                           Clerk                                                                                            Chairman

January 29, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Raymond R. Carey, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and Donald E. Waymire present

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Carey at 8:30 a.m.

Board received a phone call from Tom Job with KCAMP about a drug dog and liability.

Darrell Wadkins in and discussed his concerns about starting over and having no sick leave.  Board said they would discuss his sick leave.

Chairman Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes at 8:47 for personnel of non-elected with Board and County Clerk Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 9:00 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Kevin Jones in and discussed lotus notes training and needing a credit card.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to pay the annual $30.00 fee and renew the credit card for one more year for the Information Technology Department.  All voted “yes.”

Kevin Jones said he was hoping to have the County Attorney’s Office on a new phone system by Friday.  Kevin asked what fund to pay the estimated $6,000 to $7,000 out of.  Board agreed to pay out of General Fund Equipment Reserve Fund.

Kevin Jones discussed mounting a small antenna up in the bell tower on the Courthouse.  This would be used to connect a building on Main Street used by USD 290 and the Transfer Station onto our computer network.  Kevin said the cost to the county would be about $2,000.  Chairman Carey said he would have concerns about the visibility of the equipment on the Courthouse and the cost to the county.  Commissioner Waymire said he thought the school district should pay for it and if we need to use it we can pay the school district at that time.

Chet Leach asked if the County is using the engineer’s recommendations on Rock Creek Rd.  Ray DeJulio said that the County is not following all of the engineer’s recommendations and that Ken White the engineer is coming to visit with the Commissioners on February 7.

Open bids at 10:00 for a Flink 11PA38 Snowplow.  Received one bid:

Victor L. Phillips   $6,173

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to accept the bid and purchase a Flink 11PA38 Snowplow from Victor L. Phillips at a cost of $6,173.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Carey moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to approve payroll change 01-187 resignation of Rick Rochester from Public Works.  All voted “yes.”

Bill Kern phoned in about Rock Creek Rd. east of Rantoul.  Mr. Kern also said that Tennessee Terr. has ruts in road and needs something done.

Ray DeJulio said he would check into both of the roads.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-188 promotion of Lonie Reed from an equipment operator to a blade operator.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for January 24, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for framing for overhead doors at the County Shop Yard in the truck barn.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-186 resignation of Marilyn Bennett from the County Attorney’s Office.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to sign a master purchase agreement with Election Systems and Software, Inc. for the purchase of a new model 150 OMR ballot scanner system.  All voted “yes.”

Open bids at 10:00 for a mini van for Community Corrections.  Four were received.

Ottawa Ford 2000 Ford Windstar 4 door with 22,636 miles $17,126.00, trade in allowance $1,000 net cost $16,126.00

South Star 2000 Dodge Caravan with 14,968 miles $19,713 trade in allowance $2,100 net cost $17,613.00.

South Star 1999 Plymouth Grand Voyager with 27,334 miles $17,525 trade in allowance, $2,400 net cost $15,125.00.

Creason Tawney 1999 Olds Silhouette 4 door with 28,000 miles $15,900 trade in allowance, $1,300 net cost $14,600.00.

Kurt Layton said that he and Theresa Cummings would come back in after looking at vehicles with a recommendation.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to allow Theresa Cummings, Scot Hamlin, Darrell Wadkins and Kevin Jones to have 30 days of accumulated sick leave as of January 1, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Craig Davis in and reported on jail population and jail staffing.

Norman Wooge asked about putting dye in the diesel fuel and asked why grader are sitting today when they should be working on drainage.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 11:55.

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                                        Clerk                                                                                            Chairman

January 31, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Raymond R. Carey, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire, John E. Taylor and Donald E. Waymire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Carey at 8:27 a.m.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for January 29, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Theresa Cummings in and recommended that we purchase a 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to purchase a 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan for $17,613 from South Star Chrysler and trade in a 1994 Plymouth Voyager.  All voted “yes.”

Theresa Cummings discussed the monthly newsletter that county employees receive and if the Board wants to continue it.  Board said that they would discuss it with department heads at next monthly meeting.

Ethel Wallace in and discussed Juvenile Detention statistics for year 2000.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the following transfers:

Health to Health Special Equipment                                      $30,000

Employee Benefits to Employee Benefit Plan                       $200,000

Election to Election Equipment Reserve                                $35,000

General Fund to GF Special Equipment                                 $203,000

General Fund to Capital Improvement                                   $197,000

Road & Bridge to Road & Bridge Special Equipment            $75,000

Noxious Weed to Noxious Weed Special Caps                      $9,000

County Building to Capital Improvement                              $45,000

Ambulance to Ambulance Special Equipment                        $60,000

All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes for non-elected personnel at 9:15 with Board and Kevin Jones present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 9:30 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Lawton Boyer of 1052 Rock Creek Rd. said the brush was to be cleaned yesterday on this property.  It has not been cleaned yet.  Mr. Boyer said he was going to speak to Mr. DeJulio.

Douglas Morgan of 3921 Florida Rd. said he spent eight hours fixing the fence and cleaning up the brush left on the Boyer property.  He thinks it should be common courtesy to notify the landowner. 

Chairman Carey moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes for attorney client privileges at 9:50 with Board, John Dowell and Kevin Jones present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 10:00 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for forty-five minutes for personnel of non-elected at 10:10 with Board and Robert Saunders present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 10:55 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Don McMican in and discussed the restoration work done by Mid-Continental Restoration Co., Inc. and change order #3-Original contract $78,700, change order $64,860, prior changes $65,903 for a revised contract amount of $209,463, the removal of scales and statue at a cost of $2,231 and replaced all burned out bulbs on the Christmas lights on Courthouse at a cost of $641.22.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve change order #3 from Mid Continental Restoration Co. Inc. and to pay invoices to A. Zahner Company to remove the statue and replaced all burned out bulbs on Christmas lights.  All voted “yes.”

John Dowell discussed something needing to be done about the chair lift on stairs in District Court Building and safety and security issues in the District Court Building.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-07 recommending that Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. continue to receive an exemption from ad valorem taxes at its Franklin County Distribution Center for tax year 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll changes 01-182 hire Brian Ferguson to 911, 01-184 hire Justin Morris to Juvenile Dentition and hire Paris Stahl to the Sheriff’s Department.  Chairman Carey and Commissioners Stottlemire, Taylor and Waymire voted “yes.”  Commissioner Ferguson abstained.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Service and Repurchase Agreements on two 1999 Caterpillar Motor Graders.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a contract between Midland Railway Historical Association and Franklin County Board of Commissioners for a TEA-21 improvement project.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve an agreement between Franklin County and the Secretary of Transportation of the State of Kansas for a TEA-21 enhancement project to upgrade existing track between Norwood and North Ottawa, plant native prairie grasses and wildflowers along right-of-way, create loading facility at Ottawa, install bike racks at Baldwin and Ottawa depots, and facilities to carry bikes on trains.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Carey closed for lunch at 12:10.

Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 1:20 at the County Shop.  All present.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for material and hauling for resurfacing on 2 miles of Rock Creek Rd.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Waymire to accept a Grant of Easement between George O. and Mildred M. Luckan and Franklin County for a tract of land in the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 15 South, Range 20 East containing .224 acres of land more or less (see easement for complete legal).  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to hold a public hearing relating to a proposal to vacate the following described roads:

Beginning at the intersection of Marshall Drive and Oregon Road, thence west 2,975 feet West along the North line of Section 10, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.

Beginning at the intersection of Marshall Drive and Oregon Road, thence North 355 feet along the West line of Section 3, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.

Beginning at the intersection of Marshall Drive and Oregon Road, thence South 1,075 feet along the West line of Section 10, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.

Beginning at the intersection of Labette Terrace and Oregon Road, thence South 672 feet along the West line of Section 10, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.

All voted “yes.”

Board met with the blade operators and Road and Bridge employees.

Board left shop at 2:30 and arrived back in chambers at 2:45.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes at 3:05 for personnel of non-elected with Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 3:20 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to appoint Harlan Page, Homer Perry, Chet Leach, Tom Weigand and Sonny Burch to the County Highway Improvement Plan Committee.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was closed at 4:17.

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                                              Clerk                                                                                         Chairman

February 5, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Raymond R. Carey, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire, John E. Taylor and Donald E. Waymire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Carey at 8:15 a.m.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to approve the minutes for January 31, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes for personnel of non-elected at 8:30 with Board, Ray DeJulio and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 8:38 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll changes 01-189 promotion Bill Foote from Blade Operator I to Blade Operator II, 01-190 promotion Wayne Adams from Equipment Operator I to Blade Operator I and 01-191 transfer Jim Schulz from Blade Operator I to Equipment Operator III.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes for personnel of non-elected at 8:46 with Board, Ray DeJulio and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 8:50 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Ray DeJulio discussed load limits on bridges.  Board discussed with Ray DeJulio posting signs on Rock Creek Rd. about work being done on road.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a waste service price increase with Hamm Quarries effective February 1, 2001 the increase is for .25  cents per ton for increased fuel costs, making the total cost $18.78 per ton.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to sign an agreement between Franklin County and DGM Consultants for professional engineering services for restoration work done on the Courthouse for 2001 with an estimated fee is $25,000.  All voted “yes.”

Norman Wooge in and discussed notification of meetings and taping the Commissioners meetings.

Craig Davis in about extra security on a jury trial and an employee was docked for holiday pay.

Valorie Weber in with planning commission recommendations on 1)  Special use permit for Hilltop Maintenance Systems, property owned by Donald Fiehler.  Planning Commissioners voted 8-0 to approve the rezoning for six-months with a review after three-months.  2) Preliminary Plat for Reese Estates property owned by K. Dale Reese, public hearing was not closed, but deferred to the March meeting.  3) SX permit for Rock Creek Auto, property owned by Kenneth and Jessica Stottlemire.  Planning Commissioners voted 8-0 to approve permit.  4) SX permit for property owned by Emma Stottlemire to continue Tri-S Lumber sawmill and log yard.  Planning Commissioners voted 8-0 to approve the SX permit on the front 5 acres where sawmill and log yard is located.  5) SX permit for property owned by Thomas J. Stottlemire to continue Tri-S Lumber, lumber drying and sales.  Planning Commissioners voted 8-0 to approve the SX permit on the front 6.6 acres where business is located.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to table a decision on a special use permit for Hilltop Maintenance Systems.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution 01-08 amending the official zoning district map approving an SX Permit for Kenneth and Jessica Stottlemire to continue “Rock Creek Auto” a used car lot on a 15 acre tract of land zoned “A-3.”   Chairman Carey and Commissioners Ferguson, Taylor and Waymire voted “yes.”  Commissioner Stottlemire abstained from voting.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution 01-09 amending the official zoning district map approving an SX Permit for Thomas J. and Donald R. Stottlemire to continue “Tri S Lumber a sawmill and log yard on 5 acres of the land zoned “A-3.”  Chairman Carey and Commissioners Ferguson, Taylor and Waymire voted “yes.”  Commissioner Stottlemire abstained from voting.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution 01-10 amending the official zoning district map approving an SX Permit for Thomas J. Stottlemire to continue Tri S Lumber a lumber drying business on 6.6 acres of the land zoned “A-3.”  Chairman Carey and Commissioners Ferguson, Taylor and Waymire voted “yes.”  Commissioner Stottlemire abstained from voting. 

Barbara Conus in and discussed what the Franklin County Health Department does for the community.

Ron Pfister of 2802 John Brown Rd. in about survey’s being filed at the Road and Bridge Department.  He said the filing of all surveys should have been filed in the Register of Deeds Office.

Rick Porter in and discussed Lake Region Resource Conservation and Development Council.  Rick discussed what the Lake Region RC & D does for Franklin County and discussed the RC&D 2000 annual report.

Ron Pfister in and said the County Attorney didn’t have time to see him about survey’s being filed.

Kevin Jones in and discussed what he is working on currently and what projects he will be working on.

Craig Davis in and discussed holiday pay.

Chairman Carey closed for lunch at 12:04.

Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 12:55.  All present.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to go into an executive session for 1 hour at 12:56 for personnel of non-elected with Board, Ed Young and Robert Saunders present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 1:05 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for 1 hour at 1:10 for personnel of non-elected with Board, Linda Hamilton and Robert Saunders present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 3:10 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:30.

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                                         Clerk                                                                                              Chairman

February 7, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Raymond R. Carey, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire, John E. Taylor and Donald E. Waymire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Carey at 8:27 a.m.

Luis Flores in and discussed fees for Environmental Health for installer licenses, waste hauler license, inspector license, construction permit, permit transfer fee, soil analysis/site assessment fee, repair fee, re-inspection fee and homeowner/do-it-yourself fee.  Board also discussed with Luis a water well permit fee.  Board discussed charging the following fees:

Installer License (Initial)                                         $100.00                   Includes, a copy of our code, & installer exam

Installer License (Renewal)                                     $25.00

Waste Hauler License (Initial)                                $100.00                   Includes copy of code

Waste Hauler (Renewal)                                         $25.00

Inspector License (Initial)                                       $100.00                   Include copy of code, & checklist

Inspector License (Renewal)                                  $25.00

Construction Permit Fee (Residential)                   $130.00

Construction Fee (Commercial/Industrial)             $230.00

Soil Analysis/Site Assessment Fee                         $120.00                   For upgrade & lagoons only

Repair Fee                                                               $50.00

Re-inspection Fee                                                   $50.00

Permit Transfer Fee                                                                $25.00

Homeowner/Do-it-yourself Fee                             $25.00

Water Well Permit Fee                                            $75.00

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the above fees and requested that a resolution be drafted.  All voted “yes.”

Public Comment at 9:30.

Norman Wooge asked why Hilltop Maintenance business goes on and asked about the proposed new dairy business north of him.  He has concerns about impact on community, who pays clean up if a failure occurs, water use and sewage the will be produced.

Ray DeJulio discussed dust control and costs.  Board will discuss fees at a later date.

Ray DeJulio discussed a bridge report for a bridge located on Reno Rd. east of Tennessee Rd.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to proceed with solicitation of bids for bridge located at 4050 Reno Rd.  All voted “yes.” 

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-11 re-adopting the neighborhood revitalization program and add to the Central Business District.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to include the applications of 232 S. Main, 730 S. Elm, 740 Cypress and 825 Cypress in the Neighborhood Revitalization Program.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to approve an Emergency Vehicle Designation for Joseph Schweiger.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to adopt and sign the Inter-Local Agreement Revisions to the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan between the City of Ottawa, Franklin County and USD #290.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve abated orders 1143-1158 in the amount of $2,861.16 and refund orders 517-532 in the amount of $1,953.38.   All voted “yes.”

Dennis Brown with Welborn Sales discussed vendors that bid products and can’t produce the product.

Open bids for culverts at 10:10.  Bids were received from Welborn Sales, J & J and Metal Culverts.

Ray DeJulio will come back in on Monday with a recommendation on awarding the bid for culverts.

Open bids for tires at 10:15.  Seven were received as follows:

Vendor                                                    Bid 01                     Bid 02                     Bid 03                     Bid 04

Becker Tire of Topeka                            $23,560.00              $175.00                   $3,960.00                $5,900.00

TCI of KC, Mo.                                     no bid                      $220.00                   $3,800.00                $6,200.00

Goodyear of Olathe                                                no bid                      $250.00                   no bid                      $5,900.00

Poindexter of Ottawa                              no bid                      $275.00                   $4,375.60                no Bid

Cross-Mi                dwest of Topeka                     $17,525.30              $229.15                   $4,166.48                no bid

GCR of Topeka                                      $17,206.80              $197.50                   $42,80.00                $5,473.80

General Tire of Topeka                          $17,397.90              $177.50                   $4,240.00                $6,600.00

Ray DeJulio is going to go over bids and make sure all fees are included in bids and come back in with a recommendation for awarding bid.

Ray DeJulio said there is a difference in completely rebuilding a road and re-surfacing a road.  Ray said that the CHIP Committee recommended re-surfacing Rock Creek Rd. and not rebuilding it because of the cost.  Board agreed base on the road needs to be good to start with.  Ken White said that re-surfacing Rock Creek Rd. would be all right for that particular road.

Brad Leach of 2394 Utah Rd. who is employed by Holland Construction said he thinks what we are going to do on Rock Creek Rd. is all right.  Mr. Leach said there is enough traffic that the road is compacted.

Ted McCurdy in and discussed summary report for December and January for the Ambulance Department.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the write-offs in the amount of $22,833.52 for the month of December, 2000 and $20,004.04 for the month of January, 2001for the Ambulance Department.  All voted “yes.”

John Dowell in and discussed Resolution 00-37 and said the deadline would be February 8 to hire a County Administrator.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to hold a special meeting on February 8^th from 8:00 am until 12:00 noon to discuss hiring a County Administrator.  All voted “yes.”

John Dowell in and presented a security points for the new courts building.

Chairman Carey closed for lunch at 12:20.

Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for 1 hour and thirty minutes at 1:00 with Board, James Haag and Robert Saunders present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey opened the meeting at 2:10 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-192 to hire Courtney E. Keim to Community Corrections, contingent upon all paper work being completed in County Clerk’s Office.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-193 to hire Chad Bentley to the Jail, contingent upon all paper work being completed in County Clerk’s Office, 01-194 change in shift for James Reeder and 01-195 change in shift for Connie Jacobs.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve a Law Enforcement Contract between Franklin County and the City of Pomona.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to approve the minutes for February 5, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed with Robert Saunders the candidates that were interviewed for a County Administrator.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to negotiate with Ed Young to hire him as the County Administrator.  Commissioner’s Ferguson, Stottlemire, Taylor and Waymire voted “yes.”  Chairman Carey voted “no.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:50.

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                                           Clerk                                                                                            Chairman 

February 8, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a special session with Chairman Raymond R. Carey, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Carey at 8:00 a.m.

Commissioner Donald E. Waymire arrived at 8:03.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to appoint Edward Young as the County Administrator.  Chairman Carey said he couldn’t appoint anybody after just a one-hour interview.  Commissioner Waymire said they paid a man $11,000 to do background checks and to pick the best applications he received to interview.  Commissioner Stottlemire said he was split down the middle, he likes Mr. Young because of his legal background, he also wished the process was more organized and laid out, with six months to appoint one should have been more laid out.  Commissioner Waymire said we have to start somewhere.  John Dowell said just because you appoint someone doesn’t mean you can’t fire him tomorrow.  Commissioner Taylor withdrew his motion and Commissioner Waymire withdrew his second.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to appoint Edward Young as the County Administrator subject to a background check and an acceptable agreement with both parties on salary.  Chairman Carey said it appears we are in a panic.  Commissioner’s Taylor and Waymire said they don’t feel rushed.  Commissioner Ferguson said he was satisfied with Ed Young.  Commissioner’s Ferguson, Stottlemire, Taylor and Waymire voted “yes” to appoint Edward Young and Chairman Carey voted “no.”

Chairman Carey said he was not against Ed Young just the procedure.

Raymond R. Carey resigned as Chairman of the County Commissioners.

Board took a break at 8:15.  Back in chambers at 8:30.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to nominate Don Waymire as Chairman.  Commissioner Ferguson moved that nominations cease.  Commissioner’s Carey, Ferguson, Stottlemire and Taylor voted “yes.”  Commissioner Waymire abstained.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to nominate Ed Taylor as Vice-Chairman.  Commissioner Ferguson moved that nominations cease.  Chairman Waymire and Commissioner’s Carey, Ferguson and Stottlemire voted “yes.”   Commissioner Taylor abstained.

Chairman Waymire called Ed Young and said the Board had appointed him as the first County Administrator of Franklin County and scheduled an appointment at 10:30 a.m. on February 12, 2001 to negotiate an agreement.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 8:42.

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                                             Clerk                                                                                              Chairman

February 12, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Craig Davis in about security problem in the jail.  Craig said the jail is full and they have no more room for anybody else.

Craig Davis said diesel fumes from the machine outside of Jail is being pulled into Jail and he is having complaints from staff about fumes.  Board asked Craig to talk to Darrell Wadkins about it.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-12 approving that the county may seek a criminal record check on applications for license to Retail Cereal Malt Beverages.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve an Emergency Vehicle Designation Application for Chad Bentley.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve abated tax orders 1159-1172 in the amount of $1621.82 and refund tax orders 533-546 in the amount of $947.07.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to reduce Valorie Weber’s salary back to the receptionist salary effective February 12, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed bids for culverts for 2001.  After reviewing the bids Ray DeJulio recommended accepting the low bid and accepting the bid from Welborn Sales.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the culvert bids from Welborn Sales.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed bids for tires.  After reviewing the bids Ray DeJulio recommended accepting low bids on bids 1, 2 and 3 and bidding 4 to flip a coin because two bids were the same.  Board flipped a coin on bid 4 and Goodyear won coin toss.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to accept bid one on tire bids from GCR in the amount of $17,149.30, bid 2 from Becker Tire in the amount of $175.00, bid 3 from TCI in the amount of $3,800.00 and bid 4 from Goodyear in the amount of $5,900.00.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio presented Public Works Annual report for year 2000.  Ray said he would discuss at a later date after Board has a chance to read.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for the Bi-Annual Bridge Inspections.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed a quote from Kirkham and Michael for the investigation of the existing bridge located one-mile north and three-fourths mile east of Centropolis.  The professional service fee would be $500.00.  Board made no decisions to proceed with investigation at this point.

Ray DeJulio discussed with Board an agreement with KDOT to reimburse for a Quarry Road.  KDOT will be using a county road to transport materials from a local material producer to a KDOT construction project and KDOT desires to reimburse the County for this use.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to sign a Master Agreement for Quarry Road Reimbursement between KDOT and Franklin County.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed dust control costs for 2001.  Ray recommended that the county change $1.25 per foot for dust control for 2001.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to charge $1.25 per foot for dust control for 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Public Comment opened at 9:45.

Norman Wooge asked about county taking tires free this year at the Transfer Station and that tires need to be covered up to stop breeding grounds for bugs.  Norman also asked about the computers that are for sale and that they need to be opened so people can see if they have motherboards.

Ray DeJulio discussed CHIP Committee projected budget for 2001.

Commissioner Stottlemire discussed the CHIP Committee and the by-laws.  Commissioner Stottlemire said he would like to meet with CHIP Committee and Ray DeJulio.  Ray DeJulio will schedule a meeting.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-13 approving and adopting certain fees concerning the costs of inspection and licensing associated with the Franklin County Environmental/Sanitary Cod for Onsite Sewage Facilities.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the minutes for February 7 & 8, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Ed Young introduced himself to department heads and gave a background of his past education and jobs he has held.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for fifty-five minutes for personnel of non-elected at 11:05 with Board and Ed Young present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 12:00 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 12:03.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:10.  All present.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to go into an executive session for 1 hour and 45 minutes for personnel of non-elected at 1:15 with Board and Ed Young present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 2:05 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 2:10.

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                                            Clerk                                                                                           Chairman

February 14, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:23 a.m.

Kevin Jones in about a Winco bill in the amount of $1,186.00 being paid.  Commissioner Carey said that Board agreed to pay.  Kevin discussed DEU runs at the Annex.  Kevin discussed getting bids to take fiber connection on into the Sheriff’s Department.  Kevin discussed that KW Underground will start fiber from Hawthorne School to the Courthouse in about 4-6 weeks.  Kevin discussed that the County Attorney’s phones are working.  Kevin discussed the location for the Administrator and Board said at this time that the office would be set up in the Commissioner’s Chambers.  Kevin discussed purchasing two projectors at a cost of around $4,400 each, he said that the Courts had $20,000 left in their budget and one would be in a court room and the other for training in the Sheriff’s Office.  Kevin discussed purchasing two computers for the Planning & Building Department at a cost of $2,300.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for twenty minutes at 8:52 for attorney client privileges with Board and John Dowell present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire extended the executive session at 9:10 for five additional minutes.  Chairman Waymire extended the executive session at 9:15 for ten additional minutes.  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:25 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Nancy Willets in and discussed complete vascular screening that Life Line Screening is going to be doing at Sacred Heart on March 9^th.  She said that the City of Ottawa provides this screening for the City employees.

Chairman Waymire discussed with Ray DeJulio chip and sealing the roads in the subdivision I-35 & K-68 Country Estates located behind Leadbetter Homes off of K-68. 

Open fence bids 

Pat Collins Fencing-Greeley

Phase I    $21,799.00

Phase II   $24,863.00

McElhaney Fence Building-Lawrence

Phase I    $12,346.00 + $3,312.00 + $1,500.00

Phase II   $13,917.00

Esco-Topeka

Phase I    $28,874.00

Phase II   $17,127.00

Mac’s Fence-KC, KS

Phase I    $11,547.71 + $6,825.00

Phase II   $12,156.03

Ray DeJulio will review bids and come back in with a recommendation.

Open overhead door bids

D & S Door-Ottawa

6 overhead doors installed $9,750.00

Leach Lumber-Rantoul

6 overhead doors not installed $4,900.98

Open framing overhead door bids

Taylor Brothers-Ottawa

Framing $4,286.00

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept bids from Taylor Brothers to do framing and D & S Doors to install doors on truck barn.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to sign the 2000 Annual Noxious Weed report.  All voted “yes.”

Bob Thompson discussed water and restrooms for the Recycling Department.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for thirty minutes for personnel of non-elected at 10:30 with Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 10:44 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Don McMican discussed replacing the windows in the Courthouse and applying for a Heritage Trust Grant and the statue Lady of Justice repairs.  Don estimated that the windows would cost around $200,000, statue repairs at $18,000 and new handrails on the east and west entrance at $65,780.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go ahead and do repairs to replace hip caps and gable rakes on the Courthouse in the amount of $40,400.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved the meeting to the basement of the Jail for the monthly department head luncheon at 11:55.

Attending the luncheon was:  Don Stottlemire, Ed Taylor, Don Waymire, Raymond Carey, Fred Ferguson, Don McMican, Jim Shide, Ted McCurdy, Shari Perry, Craig Davis, Debbie Hough, Sue McCay, Ethel Wallace, Darrell Wadkins, Bob Thompson, Ray DeJulio, Barb Conus, Steve Brown, Theresa Cummings, Bonnie Johnson and Kevin Jones.

Board back in chambers at 1:10.  All present.

Bonnie Johnson in and discussed Planning & Zoning issues.

Bonnie Johnson submitted her two weeks notice as Franklin County Planning Director.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes for February 12, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the bid for fencing for Public Works Shop Yard from McElhaney Fence Builders in the amount of $17,158.00.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes for personnel of non-elected at 1:40 with Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire extended the executive session for ten additional minutes at 2:00.  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 2:10 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Board discussed charging Habitat for dumping fees at the Transfer Station for the clean up of property located at 840 Walnut.  Board agreed that dumping fees would be charged.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:02.

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                                              Clerk                                                                                         Chairman

February 21, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:24 a.m.

Theresa Cummings in about merit increase for Billye Berger.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll change 00-481 merit increase  for Billye Berger with Community Corrections.  All voted “yes.”

Theresa Cummings in about hiring Cody Miller to provide assistance to the Fourth Judicial District Community Corrections Program as a substance abuse counselor. 

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to sign a contract between Fourth Judicial District Community Corrections and Cody Miller to provide assistance as a substance abuse counselor.  All voted “yes.”

Steve Brown and Roy Baker in about a pin plotter that the Appraiser’s Office has.  Steve said they have no use for the plotter and they called the school districts in Franklin County.  Steve said that Wellsville, Pomona and Central Heights Schools are interested in the plotter.  Board asked Steve to check with John Dowell about disposing of the plotter.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded that they have determined that the pin plotter is unusable to Franklin County.  All voted “yes.”

Harry Peckham said he was very disappointed to see the Planning Director was leaving.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll changes 01-196 hire Justin E. Morgan to 911, 01-197 resignation of Matthew Young from 911, 01-198 change in shift of Brian Ferguson with 911, 01-199 change in shift of Amy McFadden with 911, 01-200 resignation of Mary Wiederholt from the Health Department, 01-202 change in shift of Daniel Sink with Juvenile Dentition, 01-203 change in shift of Danny Jones with Juvenile Dentition and 01-204 resignation of Kristopher Roy with Juvenile Dentition.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to send notice to Greenwood Township Board that an application has been filed by Larry J. Stevenson DBA Hickory Hollow Golf Course for a license to sell cereal malt beverages at 3062 Georgia Rd.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the designation of emergency vehicle permits for Joe W. Sutton and Jared K. Shinkle.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for a re-roofing project on the south side of the Franklin County Annex.  All voted “yes.”

Fred Hornbaker in about vacating an alley in Homewood east of Idaho Rd. and north of Old Highway 50.  Board asked him to make a request to the Public Works Department to vacate the alley.

Fred Hornbaker also asked what the right of way is on Old Highway 50.  Board told him to check in the Register of Deeds Office, Public Works or with the State.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for thirty minutes at 9:40 for personnel of non-elected with Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 10:20 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Open bids at 10:12 for material and hauling for resurfacing 2 miles of Rock Creek Rd. Three were received.

Hunt Midwest                        $78,880

Martin Marietta                      $66,700

Oswego Coal Co.                    $72,500

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the low bid from Martin Marietta, if bids all calculated correctly.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed a proposal from Terracon for compaction tests on Rock Creek Rd. at an estimated cost of $1,350.00 per mile.  Ray said that Terracon proposes the services by the hour.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to accept an easement between Mary E. & Leo M. Ferguson and the Board of County Commissioners of Franklin County for a permanent easement in Section 21, Township 17, Range 20.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to publish a soliciting of bids for chemicals.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept Cook, Flatt & Strobel proposal regarding the furnishing of Construction Engineering Services for Inspection Services on a bridge project on Reno Rd. (bridge no. 19-19.7) with cost not to exceed $4,800.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept Phase II bid from McElhaney Fence Building in the amount of $13,917.00 for fencing of the Public Works Shop Yard.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-14 directing that a stop sign be removed for northbound traffic on Montana Road at the intersection of Montana Road and Sand Creek Rd, and that s stop sign be installed for eastbound and westbound traffic on Sand Creek Road at the intersection of Sand Creek Road and Montana Road, creating a three way stop at the intersection of Sand Creek Road and Montana Road.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for 5000 tons of CMK for chip sealing in 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed Mr. Kennington asking for $5,000 to move a building off of the right of way.  Board asked Ray to negotiate with Mr. Kennington.

Don McMican in with proposals from A. Zahner to remove and replace all hip flashing with 24 gauge galvanized prefinished material for a cost of $28,306.00 and remove and replace gable rake flashing with 16 oz. tin coated copper material for a cost of $5,812.00.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to accept both of the above proposal from A. Zahner for replacement on the Courthouse.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for February 14, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve added escaped tax orders 1239-1244 in the amount of $157.43, added tax orders 1232-1242 in the amount of $1,938.06, refund tax orders 547-561 in the amount of $5,345.86 and abated tax orders 1173-1188 in the amount of $9,939.16.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey appointed Sue McCay to replace him on the canvass board on March 2^nd.

Open bids for Sheriff Patrol Cars at 11:20.  Two were received.

Olathe Ford $21,220.00 each for a total cost of $42,440.00 and less trade in of $2,400 for a grand total cost of $40,040.00

Shawnee Mission Ford $20,488.00 each for a total cost of $40,976.00 and less trade in of $800.00 for a grand total cost of $40,176.00

Board asked Craig Davis to review the bids and come back with recommendation.

Open bids for lease purchase of patrol cars.  Five were received.

Wellsville Bank No bid

Peoples Bank 6.10 % 36 months

Commercial Federal 5.05% 3 years annual payments and $100.00 fee

Team Bank 6.927% 36 months and $325.00 fees

Kansas State Bank 6.927 36 months

Board asked Craig David to review bids and come back with recommendation.

Craig Davis discussed the liability on using a drug dog that is not owned by Franklin County.

Chairman Waymire moved the meeting to Ottawa City Hall at 11:50 for monthly joint luncheon.

Attending the luncheon was Don Waymire, Richard Jackson, Jan Collins, Blaine Finch, Louis Reed, Gene Ramsey, Shari Perry, Don Stottlemire, Darren Peschka, Raymond Carey, Marsha Mitchell, Rocky Fleer, Jeff Hermann, Ed Taylor, Fred Ferguson, Andy Haney, Jeff Carner, Charles Gillette, Scott Bird, Judy Hasty, Scott Lambers, Bill Allegre, John Merrell, Jim Bradley, Karen McAdoo, Jeanette Lowry and twelve students involved in Shadowing Day.

Left City Hall at 12:45 and Board back in chambers at 1:00.  All present.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for five minutes for personnel of non-elected at 1:00 with the Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:05 and reported no action taken, no decisions made. 

Board discussed the bridge/culvert by Don Hays property.

Jim Lancaster, Bob Dunn, Homer Perry, Sonny Burch, Eldon Turner, Ray DeJulio, Doris King, Tom Weigand, Dennis Woolman, Gary Skiles and David Strawn with the CHIP Committee in and discussed the committee.

Tom Weigand spoke about how the CHIP Committee was formed and why.

Dennis Woolman spoke about why the CHIP Committee did the by-laws so representation was fair and equal.  Dennis Woolman recommended that the committee have ten members and two liaisons.

Board said they would discuss the CHIP Committee and appointments to the committee on Monday.

Doris King discussed the safety committee report for 2000.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for thirty minutes at 2:10 for personnel with Board and Ed Young on phone.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 2:18 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Chairman Waymire announced that Mr. Young resigned his appointment as County Administrator.

Board discussed having Monday morning safety meetings.

Bonnie Johnson in and discussed the position of Planning Director and secretary.  Bonnie asked that the Planning department have a full time secretary.  Board asked Bonnie to continue as a part-time employee as the Planning Director and she accepted through March.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-201 transfer of Brandi Armstrong from Juvenile Intake to the County Attorney’s Office.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes at 3:00 for personnel of non-elected with Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 3:10 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:15.

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                                         Clerk                                                                                          Chairman

February 26, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:23 a.m.

Steven VanOstran a board member of the Franklin County Daycare and Brenda Boldra the new director of the Daycare in and discussed still purchasing Crestview.  The Daycare still wants to purchase Crestview and would like until August 1, 2001 to get financing.  Forrest Lowry the attorney for the Daycare asked that he and John Dowell be the contact people for the purchase.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to extend the contract between Franklin County and Franklin County Child Development & Services until August 1, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire signed the contract with the Daycare.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the low bid from Olathe Ford for two new patrol cars in the amount of $40,040 and to accept the low bid from Commercial Federal for the lease purchase of the vehicles.  All voted “yes.”

John Dowell discussed security issues in the District Court.  John said that the only door unlocked would be the northeast door.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for personnel of non-elected (employee-employer relations) for fifteen minutes at 9:06 with Board present.  Chairman Waymire extended the meeting at 9:21 for ten minutes.  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:30 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Delbert Edwards in about ditch problems at 1816 California Rd.  He said that the ditch is washing so bad that he is going to have to do something with his fence.  Mr. Edwards said he doesn’t feel that he should have to replace his fence.  Ray DeJulio is going to look at the ditches and fence.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-15 directing that a stop sign be installed on Woodson Road for eastbound traffic on Woodson Road at the intersection of Woodson Road and Texas Road.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed selling the following equipment at an auction 2 White Westinghouse Window Air Conditioners, Panasonic Window Air Conditioner, Sharp Window Air Conditioner, 1 set of axles, 1993 Dymx Inc. Baler, 1994 Tire Splitter, 1993 Tire shear, 12” x 30’ elevating conveyor, 2 500 gallon fuel tanks, cleats for T-D20, parts for T-D20, misc. filters, 2 3’ cabinets, misc. broken 4x4 posts, misc. steel post pieces, misc. tube pieces, misc. used tube pieces, used guardrail, used guardrail post, used bridge planks, junk sand spreader, cordless drill, 2 charges, 4 batteries and misc. office supplies.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to declare the above items as longer needed and dispose of.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire opened a public hearing at 10:00 for the purpose of vacating roads in Section 10, Township 17South, Range 20 and Section 3, Township 17South, Range 20East at intersections of Marshall Drive and Oregon Road and Labette Terrace and Oregon Road.

Eldon Turner said he had requested to vacate the roads.

No other comments were made.

Chairman Waymire closed the hearing at 10:05.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to vacate the following described roads: 

Beginning at the intersection of Marshall Drive and Oregon Road, thence west 2,975 feet west along the North line of Section 10, Township 17South, Range 20East.

Beginning at the intersection of Marshall Drive and Oregon Road, thence North 355 feet along the West line of Section 3, Township 17South, Range 20East.

Beginning at the intersection of Marshall Drive and Oregon Road, thence South 1,075 feet along the West line of Section 10, Township 17South, Range 20East.

Beginning at the intersection of Labette Terrace and Oregon Road, thence South 672 feet along the West line of Section 10, Township 17South, Range 20East.

All voted “yes.”

Rick Sawin and Ray DeJulio discussed charging chemicals at the Noxious Weed Department to landowners.  Board agreed to continue.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes for February 21, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Charlie Gilkey in about chip and sealing Dane Street in Williamsburg from Old 50 to the City Limits.  Board agreed to add a portion of Dane Street as a connecting link.

Charlie Gilkey discussed Finney Rd or South Street in Williamsburg needing dust control by the ball fields.  Board agreed to put dust control on two blocks by the ball fields.

Charlie Gilkey discussed a fire in Williamsburg that took the fire department 38 minutes to get to.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-205 hire Deborah Gates to Juvenile Intake.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a designation of emergency vehicle permit for Robert L. Calcott.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve Neighborhood Revitalization Rebates 01-05 in the amount of $6,731.75.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes at 11:00 for personnel of non-elected with Board present and phone call with Larry Wright.  All voted “yes.”   Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 11:15 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll 01-206 hire Spencer Cave to Juvenile Detention.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-16 repealing Resolution No. 00-37 establishing the office of County Administrator.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to draft a resolution to cause a question to be placed on the April 3, 2001 ballot of whether the Board of County Commissioners shall establish the office of County Administrator.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting for lunch at 12:05.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:05.  All present.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to appoint Terry Silvius, Patrick Parkin, Merle Sands, Eldon Turner and Dennis Woolman to two year terms on the CHIP Committee and Jim Lancaster to a two year term as the City of Ottawa representative and to appoint Homer Perry, Chet Leach, Harlan Page, Tom Weigand and James Schnieders to four year terms on the CHIP Committee and Sonny Burch to a four year term as the OFCED representative.  Appoint David Strawn to a two year term if the CHIP Committee will change the by-laws to allow for thirteen member.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed Hilltop Maintenance, tires on a property and hiring a Planning Director with Bonnie Johnson.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes for personnel of non-elected at 1:50 with Board and Bonnie Johnson present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 2:00 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-17 placing upon the April 3, 2001 ballot the following question:  “Shall the following be Adopted?”  “Shall the Board of County Commissioners of Franklin County, Kansas establish the office of County Administrator per K.S.A. 19-3a02?”  All voted “yes.” 

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 2:35.

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                                            Clerk                                                                                           Chairman

February 28, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:20 a.m.

Sue McCay in and discussed House Bill 2406 dealing with the review of plats.  Board agreed to support changes to the bill.

Brad Gilges and Craig Davis in to discuss upgrading 911 equipment.  Brad presented an upgrade quote from Commenco for the equipment in the amount of $85,944.85 and a quote from TFM to install the equipment in the amount of $12,357.75.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to upgrade the 911 equipment and purchase the equipment from Commenco in the amount of $85,944.85 and have TFM to install the equipment in the amount of $12,357.75 expenses will be paid out of 911 Emergency Phone Fund.  All voted “yes.”

Steve Brown in and discussed disposing of a pin plotter.  Board agreed pin plotter is no longer needed.  Board asked Steve to contract the school districts and have them come next week to draw straws to determine whom the county will give the plotter to.

Ted McCurdy and Craig Davis in about an employee of the Ambulance Department that wants to temporarily transfer to the Sheriff’s Department for light duty work.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-211 temporary transfer of Danielle Norman from the Ambulance Department to the Sheriff’s Department.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-210 increase in pay for Jessica High for becoming a Paramedic.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to declare three-eyewitness camera’s, as equipment no longer needed.  All voted “yes.”

Craig Davis discussed three bids that he received for light bars for the two new patrol cars. 

OMB $1,115 each

Jerry Imgram $1,492.72 each

Code 3 $1,150 each

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to purchase two light bars from OMB in the amount of $2,230.  All voted “yes.”

Jim Kimball of 588 Utah Rd. in about waiving fees for building permits and septic inspection fees, because his family lost their home from a fire.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to grant a waiver on building permit fees and septic inspection fees for Jim Kimball.  Board agreed to table the vote until next week after more discussion.

Norman Wooge discussed quarry out by Leloup.  Norman said that planning is supposed to protect agricultural property and the quality of life.  Norman also discussed how cooperate dairy’s will hurt the county.

Ray DeJulio discussed county connecting link policy.

Open bids at 10:00 for Bi-Annual Bridge Inspections, three received.

Kirkam Michael $12,127.50 for 245 inspections

BG Consultants $10,116.64 for 245 inspections

Cook, Flatt & Strobel $9,187.50 for 245 inspections

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the bid for Bi-Annual Bridge Inspections from Cook, Flatt & Strobel in the amount of $9,187.50.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed posting weight limits on bridges.

Board discussed Resolution No. 01-14 making the intersection of Sand Creek and Montana a three way stop.  Board asked Ray to talk to Craig Davis.

Ray DeJulio discussed proposed 2002 budget for the Road and Bridge Department.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll changes 01-207 Michele Hatfield with Juvenile Dentition from full-time to part-time no benefits, 01-208 Amanda Stratton with Juvenile Dentition from part-time to full-time and 01-209 Rhonda Overman with Juvenile Dentition from evening shift to the day shift.  All voted “yes.”

Donna Crawford and Rob Gavin called on a conference call about the Centropolis Sewer District.  They explained what is being done at this time and the construction should begin soon.  Board agreed to transfer $19,000 out of Centropolis Sewer District Maintenance Fund into the Centropolis Sewer District Construction Fund.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes for February 26, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Bonnie Johnson, Planning Director discussed the Daryl Stottlemire application for an SX Permit for “Eastern Ks. Auction Barn” and “Auto & Equipment Finders”.  Bonnie said that the Planning Commission voted 7-0 to approve.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-18 amending the official zoning district map of Franklin County and approving the application for an SX Permit for Daryl and Cherrie Stottlemire to continue “Eastern Kansas Auction Barn” and “Auto & Equipment Finders” on 20 acres of land located in Section 5, Township 18South, Range 21East and zoned “A-3”.  Chairman Waymire and Commissioner Carey, Ferguson and Taylor voted “yes.”  Commissioner Stottlemire abstained.

Bonnie Johnson discussed the Vernon E. Rone application for an SX Permit for “Vernon’s Electric & Repair”.  Bonnie said that the Planning Commission voted 7-0 to approve.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-19 amending the official zoning district map of Franklin County and approving the application for an SX Permit for Vernon E. Rone to continue “Vernon’s Electric & Repair” on 15 acres of land located in Section 10, Township 18South, Range 21East and zoned “A-3”.  All voted “yes.”

Bonnie Johnson discussed the Dean Medlen application for an SX Permit for “Dean’s Backhoe Service”.  Bonnie said that the Planning Commission voted 7-0 to approve.

Board discussed application for Dean Medlen and tabled a decision until Mr. Medlen gets a legal for 10 acres.

Bonnie Johnson discussed a rezoning and special use permit for Larry Averill.  Bonnie said that Mr. Averill applied for a rezoning of 10 acres at 4035 Highway K-33 from “A-3” to “A-2” and a special use permit to allow the use of a recreational vehicle as a temporary living quarters until a mobile home is moved onto the property.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the Planning Commissioners recommendation to deny the rezoning and special use permit.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded that the recreational vehicle can only stay on the property for six months as living quarters.  All voted “yes.”

Bonnie Johnson discussed a special use permit application from Penney’s Concrete to allow for a rock quarry to extract limestone on property located in a quarter section adjacent to and south of Sand Creek Rd and east of Oregon Road.  Bonnie said that the Planning Commission has continued the application and public hearing until March 22, 2001.

Bonnie Johnson discussed a text amendment to the Zoning Regulations to bring maximum number of new lots permitted chart into conformance with 40 acre lot exemption from the Subdivision Regulations.  Bonnie said the Planning Commission has continued the public hearing until March 22, 2001 and asked her to look into how other counties classify agriculture land.  Board said they would like to discuss this matter with the Planning Commission.

Bonnie Johnson discussed Binkley Estates Plat, Central Estates No. 1 and Central Estates No. 2 Plats.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the Planning Commission recommendation and accept Binkley Estates Plat, Central Estates No. 1 and Central Estates No. 2 Plats.  Chairman Waymire and Commissioners Carey, Ferguson and Stottlemire voted “yes.”  Commissioner Taylor abstained.

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 12:15.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Board left chambers at 1:05 to go over and look at Crestview property.  Left Crestview at 1:25.  Arrived at Annex at 1:35 and Darrell Wadkins took the Board on a tour.  Board arrived back in chambers at 2:35.

Don McMican in and presented the Board the Heritage Trust Fund Application

Board discussed a policy on waving building permit fees and septic permit fees if a residential home is destroyed by fire or weather related loss.  Board is going to have a resolution drafted.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes at 3:03 for personnel of non-elected with Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 3:20 and reported no action taken, no decisions made. 

Board agreed to purchase two projectors for the District Court and pay for them out of General Fund Equipment Reserve.

Board agreed to have Kevin Jones dispose of the computer equipment that is no longer usable and that didn’t sale at the silent auction by placing it into the back of a trash truck and having it crushed.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:30.

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                                                Clerk                                                                                       Chairman

March 2, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a special session to canvass the February 27, 2001 primary city/school election with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor, Register of Deeds Sue McCay (appointed to replace Commissioner Raymond R. Carey), County Clerk/Election Officer Shari Perry and Election Clerk Kristie Stinebaugh present.

The special meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Appanoose Township-One Provisional-None Counted

N. Centropolis Township-No Provisional

Ottawa Township-No Provisional

Lane City-One Provisional-None Counted

Richmond City-No Provisional

Williamsburg City-One Provisional-None Counted

The canvass was completed at 9:00

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 9:00

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                                             Clerk                                                                                              Chairman

March 5, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:26 a.m.

Phyllis Perry from Vassar said herself and Cynthia Montague of Pomona is working on establishing a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) organization for the Fourth Judicial District.  CASA volunteers help to provide information, aiding the judge to make the best possible decisions for children, help guide the children through the court process, making the process less frightening, and follow-up with monitoring for several months.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes at 8:47 for non-elected personnel with Board and John Dowell present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:02 and reported no action taken, no decision made.

Barbara Conus in and discussed the grants for the Health Department.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve grant applications for the Health Department to be sent to Kansas Department of Health and Environment.  All voted “yes.”

Barbara Conus reported that there has been a reported case of group A Streptococcal in the 287 School District. 

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the minutes for February 28 and March 2, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-212 hiring Sacha Hughes to Juvenile Dentition part-time no benefits.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the application for the designation of emergency vehicle for Scott Jackson.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a cereal malt beverage license for Larry J. Stevenson DBA Hickory Hollow Golf Course at 3062 Georgia Rd. for consumption on the premises.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to waive building permit and septic fees for James Kimball of 588 Utah Rd. due to a fire and complete loss of resident.  All voted “yes.”

Board wanted to acknowledge and thank Louise Wray for mending the flags that fly at the Courthouse.

B.J. DeGrande, Glen Evans and Tom Weigand in and discussed septic system for subdivision at Rock Creek and Old 50.  They are proposing to put in a mound system (sand) and each home would have a septic tank and a pump in each septic tank.  The waste would be pumped from each septic tank into the central location (mound).  Mr. Evans said that the liquid leaving the central location has to be collected once a month and sent to the State.  The county would have to be responsible for the system for KDHE to approve it.  It was discussed that it would be like the Centropolis Sewer District and a benefit district would have to be approved.

Board discussed putting in an elevator at the Annex, so that the seconded floor can be used for storage.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to contact Doug Loyd about options for an elevator at the Annex.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-20 rescinding Resolution 01-14 and that stop signs for northbound and southbound traffic on Montana Road where Montana Road intersects Sand Creek Road should be left as currently installed.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to publish invitation to bid for a bridge repair project located 2.0 miles south and 0.7 miles east of LeLoup.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire signed a proposal from Cook, Flatt & Strobel for the completion of a biennial bridge inspection; the fee will be $37.50 per bridge to update 245 bridge inspections for the 2001-year.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept a permanent right of way easement between Scott A. & Ruth Ann Yeargain and the Board of County Commissioners in Section 28, Township 17, Range 20.  All voted “yes.”

Board signed a County Federal Aid Projects right-of-way Clearance Utility Arrangements for bridge a bridge located on Shawnee Rd. west of LeLoup and west of the Railroad Crossing. 

Board discussed the connecting link policy.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve and accept the updated connecting link policy.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed an oil-burning furnace for the Public Works Shop.  Board decided to put on hold.

B.J. DeGrande and Glen Evans in and said they think they are going to have to put in a lagoon and the County will have to apply for the permit for a central lagoon.

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting at 11:55 for lunch.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:00.

Luis Flores called about a subdivision proposal at Rock Creek and Old 50 Hwy. and what kind of septic system can be used.

Bonnie Johnson called about the county having to apply for the permit for the lagoon and the County will be responsible for maintenance.  

Martin Fee with USDA Rural Development in and discussed Centropolis Sewer District.

Board reviewed the Supplemental Letter of Conditions dated March 5, 2001, Letter of Intent to Meet Conditions, Request for Obligation of Funds for a loan of $83,500, Application for Federal assistance, Loan Resolution and Operating Budget for the Centropolis Sewer District.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve and adopt the following: Supplemental Letter of Conditions dated March 5, 2001, Letter of Intent to Meet Conditions, Request for Obligation of Funds for a loan of $83,500, Application for Federal Assistance, Loan Resolution 01-21 and Operating Budget and authorized the Chairman and County Clerk to execute these and any related documents and to take any other action necessary to obtain a loan from USDA Rural Development for the Centropolis Sewer District Project.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for twenty minutes for attorney client privileges at 2:15 with Board, Shari Perry and phone call from Shook, Hardy and Bacon.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 2:35 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Board received a phone call from Donna Crawford and Rob Gavin in regards to the Centropolis Sewer District.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:30.

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                                  Clerk                                                                                     Chairman

March 7, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:26 a.m.

Sue McCay in with monthly Register of Deeds report.

Bob Thompson in about a Spring-Clean Up.  Board agreed to have a Spring-Clean Up with free dumping for Franklin County residents.  Bob recommended that it be on April 20 & 21.  Bob said the State is going to have a mercury collection and it will not cost the County anything.

Bob Thompson discussed Transfer Station income and expenses and how the Recycling Center is effecting the income and expenses. 

Bob Thompson discussed illegal dumping in the County and needing some kind of teeth put in it so we can try to stop it.

Steve Brown in about disposing of a pin plotter.  Steve said that USD 287, USD 288 and USD 289 had expressed an interest in the plotter.  Board drew names out of a hat and awarded the plotter to USD 289 and if USD 289 doesn’t want it than USD 287 will be next in line.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes for personnel of non-elected at 9:25 with Board, Shari Perry and Kristie Stinebaugh present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:40 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Steve Brown called and said that USD 289 didn’t want the plotter and he called USD 287 and they were happy to get it.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to appoint Larry Milliken as Williamsburg Township Trustee.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed workman’s comp on contract people.

Jerry Thompson in and discussed the scope of work to install a fire/storm vault for fiberoptics equipment in the Annex.  The cost of the work will be $44,733.00.

Chester Fredricks in about using the Franklin County Annex Parking Lot for the Farmers Market.  Mr. Fredricks said that the market is open on Wednesday from 4:00 until close and Saturday from 8:00 until close.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to allow the Farmers Market to use the Annex Parking Lot this year.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the minutes for March 5, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to appoint Chris Jarvis and John Gollier as Deputy County Coroners.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve a transfer from Centropolis Sewer Operation Fund 534  to Centropolis Sewer Construction Fund in the amount of $19,000 and a transfer from Centropolis Sewer Operation Fund 534 to Centropolis Sewer Construction Fund in the amount of $7,000.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for personnel of non-elected for twenty minutes at 10:55 with Board, Ted McCurdy, Shari Perry and Kristie Stinebaugh present.  All voted "yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll change 01-213 resignation of Jessica L. High from the Ambulance Department.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the Ambulance Department write off for the month of February in the amount of $35,592.29.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed the five-year plan for bridges.

Ray DeJulio discussed fixing the cracks on Nevada Terr.  He said he received bids from Killoughs in the amount of $8,775.00 and CPM in the amount of $9,880.00.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to accept the bid from Killoughs in the amount of $8,775.00 to fix cracks on Nevada Terr.  All voted “yes.”

Board moved at 11:50 to Jail Basement for monthly department head luncheon.

Attending the luncheon was: Raymond Carey, Don Waymire, Fred Ferguson, Ed Taylor, Shari Perry, Ted McCurdy, Craig Davis, Bob Thompson, Juanita Zeek, Sue McCay, Ray DeJulio, Darrell Wadkins, Kevin Jones, Steve Brown, Ethel Wallace and Don Stottlemire.

Board back in chambers at 1:00.

Bob Thompson in about taking meth lab materials at the Household Hazard Waste Department.  Board asked him to apply for the permit from the State. 

Kevin Jones in about the installation of the fire/storm vault in the Annex.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the bid from Loyd Builders to install a fire/storm vault in the Franklin County Annex in the amount of $44,733.00.  All voted “yes.”

Shari Perry discussed hiring a full time employee in the County Clerks Office due to workload.  Board agreed to allow her to hire another employee.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 1:45.

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                                     Clerk                                                                                            Chairman

March 12, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes at 8:30 for personnel of non-elected with Board, Shari Perry and Darrell Wadkins present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 8:40 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the minutes for March 7, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Barb Conus in about hiring another person in the Health Department.

Barb Conus discussed storage space and the option of putting records on CD.  Board asked her to talk to Kevin Jones and Sue McCay.

Chairman Waymire signed lease purchase with Commercial Federal in the amount of $42,000 for two 2001 Ford Crown Victoria’s patrol cars.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve an emergency vehicle designation for James F. Savage, Jr.  All voted “yes.”

Gene Domnanish called about trash blowing at John Brown and Nebraska.  Board called Bob Thompson to go and look at the property.

Ray DeJulio discussed the City of Ottawa approving the permit for the fence at the Public Works Department. 

No bids were received for CMK for chip sealing in 2001.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve added tax orders 1243-1248 in the amount of $1,115.78, abated orders 1189-1194 in the amount of $5,260.93, added escaped in the amount of $351.96 and refunds 562-564 in the amount of $405.53.  All voted “yes.”

B.J. DeGrande and Glenn Evans in about lagoon for subdivision at Old 50 Hwy. and Rock Creek Rd.   Board agreed to apply for a permit from KDHE after everything has been approved through Planning Commission.  Board discussed a benefit district and that the County would not pay for any part of the project.

Cathy McClay spoke about the lagoon and that an alternate system is needed in this subdivision.

Don McMican spoke about what was done with handrails on the Courthouse steps.  He said they don’t meet ADA and haven’t for sometime.  Don McMican said he doesn’t do ADA requirements and handrails.

Gary Hogsett with Peak Street Energy in and discussed energy management.  Board asked him to give us a cost for a survey of what the County could do to save money.

Don Hay in about 3800 block of Labette Rd. and asked if anything has been done.  Mr. Hay said that he went to the Kansas Water Resources to file a complaint and decided not to after being told what would happen to the county.  Mr. Hay said that there were four items that were not met by the engineers when bridge was built. 

Close for lunch at 12:06.

Open at 1:05.  All present.

Chairman Waymire signed notice of awards to Lyle Rockers & Sons Excavating for three cell treatment lagoon for the Centropolis Sewer District in the amount of $75,828.00 and Cutting Edge Excavating & Trucking, Inc. for sewer collection system & pump station in the amount of $457,229.00.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to require all contracts with Franklin County to provide workmen’s compensation insurance.  All voted “yes.”

Board reviewed applications for the Health Department Director.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 2:48.

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                                        Clerk                                                                                   Chairman

March 14, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:27 a.m.

Ray DeJulio and John Killough in about Rock Creek Rd.  They discussed (1) preparing the existing roadway which involves scarifying, watering and compacting, repairing soft areas and shaping (2) base rock placement, installing, compacting, watering, curing and finishing ready for prime oil.  John Dowell is going to looking into if the project has to be bid.

Chairman Waymire signed a solicitation of bids for CMK for chip sealing in 2001.

Ray DeJulio discussed increasing motor grader hours per day and paying employee’s overtime.  Board agreed to increase hours and see how it works.

Ray DeJulio and John Dowell discussed with Board the bridge by Don Hay property.  John said he would like into what has happened in the past.

Craig Davis in and discussed the contract with USD 288 to provide a School Resource Officer.

George Sell and Larry Mages in and discussed the Animal Shelter hooking on to the County’s well/pump sewer station at the Public Works Department. 

Freone Hollinger thanked the Board for the use of the Annex Parking Lot for the Farmer’s Market; she also thanked them for roadwork and gravel.  Freone discussed a County Administrator, Old Middle School and the way that legal notices are being run in the Ottawa Herald. 

Open chemical bids at 10:10.  Bids received from three venders.

UAP

#1   24D                  $20,537.60

#2   Roundup          $  5,400.00

#3   Tordon             $22,475.00

VanDiest

#1   24D                  $20,986.90

#2   Roundup          $  5,488.00

#3   Tordon             $22,015.50

VMS

#1    24D                 $11,287.70

#2    Roundup         $  6,398.00 and an alternate bid of $5,080.00

#3    Tordon            No Bid

Board asked Ray DeJulio to review bids and come back with recommendations.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to accept and sign an agreement for Grant of Permanent Right of Way to Franklin County between Vernon E. & Jeannie L. Williams and Franklin County for the North 35 feet of a tract of land located in Section 14, Township 16South, Range 18East.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-22 approving the application for a Special Use Permit for Hilltop Maintenance Systems, Donald Fiehler property owner of record, to continue the salvaging of concrete mixer drums on a tract of land zoned “B-1” for a three month period.  All voted “yes.”

Dale Howard in and discussed what the City needs to do on sewer lines on the Courthouse Square.  He said that the fence for outside yard would need to be taken down temporarily.  Board asked him to talk to Sheriff Craig Davis.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for thirty minutes at 11:00 for employee-employer negotiations with Board and Barb Conus present.  All voted “yes.”   Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 11:25 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Board left at 11:50 to attend a monthly joint luncheon at the School District Office.  Attending the luncheon was Board, Scott Lambers, Jeanette Lowry, Jan Collins, Rex Cummings, Jean McCullough, Gene Ramsey, John Coen, Charles Gillette, Richard Jackson, Karen McAdoo, Louis Reed, Blaine Finch, Scott Bird, Norman Wooge, Marsha Mitchell, Rocky Fleer, Tony Keim and Bill Allegre.  Board back in chambers at 1:25.  All present.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve a solicitation of bids for construction work on Rock Creek Road Project 1.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio, Rick Sawin and Kevin Jones in and discussed security for Public Works, Noxious Weed and Recycling Buildings.  Board agreed to do a lease purchase for a security system.

Ray DeJulio recommended that the Board accept chemical bids from UAP-Timberline for 24D, VMS for Roundup and VanDiest for Tordon. 

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept chemical bids from UAP-Timberline for 24D in the amount of $20,537.60, VMS for Roundup in the amount of $5,080.00 and VanDiest for Tordon in the amount of $22,015.50.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio and Barb Conus in about combining Environmental Health and Building Departments.  They also discussed hiring a receptionist for the Public Works Department, Planning & Building and Environmental Health.  Board agreed to allow them to hire a receptionist.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the minutes for March 12, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Board reviewed township and cemeteries annual 2000 reports.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:00.

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                                    Clerk                                                                                      Chairman

March 19, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll changes 01-214 resignation of Spence Koehn from Community Corrections, 01-215 merit increase for Vicky Eckard in Community Corrections and 01-216 merit increase for Wendy Jenkins in Community Corrections.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve contingent upon John Dowell, County Attorney approval an agreement with the City of Ottawa to establish an overhead fiber optic cable between Hawthorne Elementary School and the Franklin County Courthouse by attaching to the City of Ottawa utility poles.  All voted “yes.”

Kevin Jones discussed the Information Technology Task Force, which is a Public/Private Opportunities Discussion Group.

Don Hay in about bridge and Board said they referred it to John Dowell and will try to talk to him again this week.

Richard Ybarra with Midwest Estates Lawncare in with a 2001 quote for lawn care for the Courthouse Square.  Board agreed to do grub control application and aerify and overseeding around sidewalks and memorial and lawn applications as Darrell Wadkins deems necessary.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the minutes for March 14, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept an easement between Daniel W. and Shana K. Kennington and the Board of County Commissioners of Franklin County for a permanent right-of-way easement in Section 28, Township 17, Range 20 extending thirty-five feet south of the North line of said Northwest Quarter for a length of 330 feet East.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve a Certification of Real Property Acquisition Procedures that certifies that all property for project number 30 C-3699-01 was acquired including legal and physical possession in compliance with the Federal Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll change 01-217 resignation of Vernon Rhone from Public Works.  All voted “yes.”

Doug Loyd in about second floor of the Annex and installing an elevator for the south side, so it can be used for storage.

Sam and Arlene Cross of 4078 Vermont Rd. in to see if anything can be done on a minimum road between 4200 and 4400 Riley Rd.  They said that trucks are coming out there when it is muddy and four wheeling on the road, ditches and on their property after midnight and causing problems in the neighborhood.  Board discussed holding a hearing and closing the road.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve abated tax orders 1195-1196 in the amount of $8857.80 and refund tax order 565 in the amount of $271.61.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 12:00.

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                                        Clerk                                                                                        Chairman

March 21, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Sue McCay in about the copier in the Register of Deeds and she said that the lease is up July 1, 2001.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to set the copy fees in the Register of Deeds of at .25 effective April 1, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a lease for a Xerox DC432 copier for the Register of Deeds Office at $327.45 a month for up to 6000 copies per month.  All voted “yes.”

Elsa Maddox in about her job and she said she needs more help.  Elsa said that her hands don’t hurt her while she is working, but at night. 

Darrell Wadkins said that he helps Elsa with the basement in the Courthouse and she doesn’t have a requested for light duty work from a doctor. 

John Dowell in about bridge by Don Hay property.  Board agreed to make no changes to the bridge.

John Dowell talked to the Board about trash, sanitation and non-conforming uses in the county.

Larry Felix in and reported on Ransom Memorial Hospital and what the Hospital is doing currently and new programs that they are working on.

Kevin Jones in and said that they are running the fiber lines from the Courthouse to Hawthorne School.  Kevin discussed the need for a credit card for the Courthouse.  Kevin discussed imaging and what three companies have to offer.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for 12 minutes for non-elected personnel at 9:48 with Board, Kristie Stinebaugh, Darrell Wadkins and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 10:00 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Open bids at 10:00 for Annex Re-roofing Project. Two received.

Midwest Coating, Inc. $44,517.00 with a 90 day completion and start within 60 days.

J.A. Lyden Construction Company, Inc. $48,968.00 with a 90 day completion and start within 60 days.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to accept the bid from Midwest Coating, Inc. in the amount of $44,5117.00.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire signed a proposal with Midwest Coating, Inc. for the re-roofing project at the Annex.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for 45 minutes for non-elected personnel for an interview at 10:15 with Board and Mary Ann Humphries present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 11:00 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Blaine Finch in about the Over The Hill Road Gang using the Courthouse lawn on September 15.  Board agreed to allow them to use the lawn.  Board asked him to contact Kevin Jones about locating the fiber cable.

Don Hay in and Chairman Waymire asked that if the County would put in a berm if he would sign that it would fix the problem.  Mr. Hay said that the problem is with the road and the County should contact the engineer and get it fixed.  Mr. Hay said that the road was lifted without permission from the Water Resources.  Commissioner Carey asked Mr. Hay about how many acres are eroding and Mr. Hay said about 5 acres.  Mr. Hay also said that the Water Resources said that the bridge is not big enough.  Commissioner Carey asked Mr. Hay if he would sell the 5 acres to the County and Mr. Hay said he wouldn’t sell the 5 acres and that he could just file a lawsuit, but feels he would just be suing himself and that the County would have to fix the problem and pay damages.  Commissioner Taylor asked that if the County raises the road if Mr. Hay would sign an agreement that it will satisfy him and fix the problem.  Mr. Hay said he would not.  Board agreed to contact engineers who designed the bridge and have them come in and discuss this with them.

Bob McDaniel phoned in about Labette Rd. and large trucks with heavy loads that are damaging the road.  He said it should be posted for local traffic and large trucks should be kept off of it.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-220 promotion of Roger Keith from part time to full time in the Jail.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for March 19, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 11:55.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for 45 minutes for non-elected personnel for an interview at 1:00 with Board and Linda King present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:25 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for 15 minutes for non-elected personnel at 1:25 with Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:35 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Craig Davis in to discuss wages for the two employees of Emergency Preparedness per Boards request.  Craig Davis said that they had not received an increase since they took on the extra duties in 1999.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll changes 01-218 merit increase for Jimmie Dean for Emergency Preparedness and 01-219 merit increase for Connie Jacobs for Emergency Preparedness both effective as of January 1, 2001.   All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to include the applications from 206 N. Oak, 511 N. Sycamore, 616 N. Oak, 913 N. Main and 122 S. Poplar in the Neighborhood Revitalization Program.  All voted “yes.”

Board returned a phone call to Sheryl Barker with Risk Management Association and gave her approval to hang a banner between the sign posts at the Annex for a job fair, for a period not to exceed two weeks and the banner must come down the day after the job fair.

Barb Conus in about on-call time.  Board told her that we don’t have on-call time and asked her to submit a new time sheet.

Rick Sawin in about purchasing an automatic rate controller for the Noxious Weed Department.  He said that he has received three written bids from Westheffer Company, Inc for $1,760.00, Schaben Industries for $1,762.30 and Vegetation Management Supply, Inc. for $2,045.00. 

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to purchase an automatic rate controller from Westheffer Company, Inc. for $1,760.00.  All voted “yes.”

Board phoned Larry Walrod and offered him the position of Franklin County Planning Director for a starting salary of $44,000.00 and hire date effective April 9, 2001.  Larry said he would accept the position and asked that an offer of employment be sent to him.

Board offered Barb Conus the position of Franklin County Health Department Director at $42,000 per year.  Barb said she would get back with the Board on Monday.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:15.

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                                            Clerk                                                                                Chairman

March 26, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:27 a.m.

Dana Schirmer with Golden State Porcelain Inc. in about being double assessed for a Lehr Kilm.  Board agreed to direct the County Appraiser to do a clerical error and abate off $101,000 from Golden State Porcelain Inc. for year 2000.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes for March 21, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for 15 minutes for personnel of non-elected at 9:00 with Board and Barbara Conus present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:15 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to hire Barbara Conus as the Franklin County Health Director effective April 1, 2001 with an additional $505.00 compensation.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to go into an executive session for 5 minutes for personnel of non-elected at 9:20 with Board and Juanita Zeek present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:25 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Board discussed with Bill Gray running an ad in the newspaper in regards to the Special Question on the April 3 ballot about the Board of County Commissioners hiring a County Administrator. 

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to run an ad on March 31 and April 2 in regards to hiring a County Administrator at a cost of $795.29.  Chairman Waymire, Commissioners Ferguson, Stottlemire and Taylor voted “yes.”  Commissioner Carey voted “no.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for Security and Fire Alarm System for the County Yard.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for Chip-Seal Oil for 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for Franklin County Chip and Seal for 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve the amended County Highway Improvement Plan by-laws.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll change 01-223 transfer of Olliemarie Rocker from the Transfer Station to the Public Works Department.  All voted “yes.”

Open bids at 10:00 for Construction Work on Rock Creek Road Project I.  Only one bid was received.

Killough Construction, Inc.

Item 1 Prepare 2 miles of Rock Creek between Montana Rd. and Nevada Rd.                     $25,000

Item 2 for rock and hauling                                                                                                     $ 3.54 per ton

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded due to time restraints to accept the only bid received from Killough Construction for Construction Work on Rock Creek Road Project I, Item 1 $25,000 and Item 2 $3.54 per ton.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll changes 01-221 resignation of Jeff Welton from Community Corrections and 01-222 hire Scott Monninger to Community Corrections.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to re-appoint Harold Fuller to the Fourth Judicial District Corrections Advisory Board for a 2-year term.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for 5 minutes for personnel of non-elected at 10:40 with Board and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 10:45 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-224 discharge of Elsa Maddox from the Maintenance Department.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve nepotism agreements between Jeffrey A.  and Danielle N. Price and the Franklin County Board of County Commissioners.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve abated tax order 1197 in the amount of $9.90 and refund tax order 566 in the amount of $9.90.  All voted “yes.”

Don McMican in and discussed the Courthouse Restoration Project.

Chairman Waymire left at 11:45.

Vice-Chairman Taylor closed the meeting at 11:55 for lunch.

Vice-Chairman Taylor opened the meeting at 1:00.  Vice-Chairman Taylor and Commissioners Carey, Ferguson and Stottlemire present.

Board discussed the Courthouse Restoration Project.

Board left chambers and went to District Court to review security issues and discuss solutions.

Back in chambers at 3:00.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:08.

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                                           Clerk                                                                                               Chairman

March 28, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:26 a.m.

J.R. Dodson disagrees with the Planning Commission.  J.R. said the property is not agriculture and has never been since they purchased it.  They have always been industry.  J.R. said that there property should be zoned I-2 with a special use and no agriculture. 

Lloyd McClure said that the I-2 with a special use permit doesn’t not cover all of the uses that Dodson has.

Wendell Barker said that when zoning regulations were done they didn’t take into consideration industry in the county.  They already exist and are not asking for anything that they have not been doing.  They are asking for zoning for the current use. 

J.R. said that they could not use their property for collateral because it can not be zoned agriculture it has to be zoned industry. 

Rebecca Dillard in and read a proclamation celebrating the Week of the Young Child as April 1-7, 2001.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to sign and proclaim the week of April 1-7, 2001 as the Week of the Young Child in Franklin County and urge all citizens to recognize and support the needs of young children in our county.  All voted “yes.”

Craig Davis in about hiring more security officer for the District Court Building.  Board agreed to hire two more part-time security officers for the District Court Building.  John Dowell and Craig Davis are going to talk to John Steelman about funding.

Board discussed zoning regulations with John Dowell.  John is going to get back with Board.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a transfer of $20,000 from Road & Bridge Fund 102 to Road & Bridge Special Equipment Fund 103.  All voted “yes.”

Open bids at 10:00 for CMK for chip sealing in 2001.  Two were received.

Martin Marietta Aggregates for 5,000 tons of CMK from quarry on Sand Creek Rd. at $8.00 per ton.

Hunt Midwest for 5,000 tons of CMK from quarry North of Garnett at $5.90 per ton.

Ray DeJulio is going to figure cost of transportation and get back with Board on a recommendation.

Ray DeJulio discussed rebuilding a Cat 3406B engine.  He has received three quotes.

KC Peterbilt $8,900-$9,000 with a one year warranty and an additional one year warranty for $500.

Martin Tractor $6,700 with a one year warranty and an additional one year warranty for $250.

Midwest Kenworth $7,300 with a two year warranty included.

Board agreed to accept the quote from Martin Tractor with a two-year warranty at a cost of $6,950.

Earl Devore in and discussed options to adding on to the District Court Building and Board discussed parking options.

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 11:43.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Board discussed the options for zoning on the Dodson property.

Board agreed to have Bartlett and West do a structural engineering study on the District Court Building for a cost of $1,200.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve the minutes for March 26, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to accept the bid from Hunt Midwest for CMK for chip sealing in 2001 at a cost of  $5.90 per ton.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 2:30.

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                                    Clerk                                                                                             Chairman

April 2, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Vice Chairman John E. Taylor, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Taylor at 8:30 a.m.

John Dowell and Craig Davis in per Boards request to discuss property in Peoria.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for March 28, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Vice Chairman Taylor signed an agreement with Terracon to provide testing and observation services in conjunction with the re-construction of a 2-mile stretch of existing gravel roadway on Rock Creek Rd.

John Steelman in per Boards request to discuss security and possible addition to District Court.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-227 hire Allen Durbin as an EMT at the Ambulance Department.  All voted “yes.”

Board left at 10:10 to look at the Ambulance Department.  Back in chambers at 11:20.  All present.

Homer and Mattie Perry in about their septic system.  They have had it for 40 years and have not had any problems, except stools are flushing slower.  Luis Flores told them that they need to put in an alternative system.  They want to put in a larger septic tank and new lines.  Board called Luis and asked him to get on the agenda for Wednesday. 

Kevin Jones in about fiber running from Courthouse to Hawthorne and also about the purchasing of copy machine.  He wants to be involved in the purchases of copiers and equipment that concerns technology. 

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 12:07.

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                                      Clerk                                                                                            Chairman

April 4, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Vice Chairman John E. Taylor, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Taylor at 8:25 a.m.

Darrell Wadkins in about boiler at the Courthouse needs some repairs.  Darrell estimates the cost of at least $3,000.  Board agreed to fix.

Kenny Blair with Cook, Flatt & Strobel in per Boards request to discuss bridge on Labette Terr. by Don Hay property. 

Don Hay said if he wasn’t satisfied with what happens today that he will have the County and Cook, Flatt & Strobel in Court.

Kenny Blair said they could get a waiver signed from all landowners and back up water.  Kenny Blair said they could do a model to build the road up to see how much back up water there will be.  Board agreed to have Cook, Flatt and Strobel do the model.

Ray DeJulio discussed the addition of a photo eye and free exit loop to the fence project at the County yard at the Public Works Shop.  McElhaney Fence Builders is recommending that we change from a card reader to a prex reader.  These changes will cost $2,449.00.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to make changes to fence project in the amount of $2,494.00.  All voted “yes.”

Norman Wooge said what is being done with the bridge on Labette Terr. will not work.

Bob McDaniel said he is concerned about Labette Rd. and large trucks using it.  He said that Labette Rd. needs to be taken care of.  Mr. McDaniel said that signs need to be put up on Labette Rd. to restrict truck traffic. 

Virgil Hermreck wants to know how much soft rock from Princeton was bought.  He said it is no good.

Ethel Wallace in with her first quarter report for Juvenile Detention Center.  Ethel said that she has someone that wants to volunteer in the Juvenile Detention Center.  Board said they would have to look into workmen’s comp.  Ethel also asked about carpet in Juvenile Detention that needs to be replaced, she asked if she will have to pay for it or if the money could come out of the building fund.  No decision was made; no estimates have been received.

Wayne Kissinger in and Board presented him with a plaque on retirement after 22 years of service with Franklin County.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the minutes for April 2, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-230 retirement of F. Wayne Kissinger.  All voted “yes.”

Luis Flores in to discuss septic upgrade for property on Nebraska Terr. owned by Homer and Mattie Perry.  Luis said that he did a soil profile and sent it off for testing.  Luis said that Mr. Perry asked if he could just add on to his lateral lines.  Luis said that suitable soil is needed to put in a septic system and lateral lines to protect the water table.  Luis said that the soil in this area is not suitable for a standard septic system and laterals.  Luis said that when exceptions are made they sometime blow up and don’t work.  Luis said that he has recommended six different systems, but that other options are available.  Board agreed that a septic system needs to be put that meets regulations.

Bob Thompson in about selling tire cutter machine.  Bob is going to send out a notice to accept bids.

Don McMican in and discussed the Courthouse Restoration Project.

Vice Chairman Taylor closed the meeting for lunch at 12:17.

Vice Chairman Taylor opened the meeting at 1:15 with Vice Chairman Taylor, Commissioners Carey, Ferguson and Stottlemire present.

Board discussed some proposals from Don McMican on the Courthouse Restoration Project.

Shari Perry discussed the Annex rent and the purchase of new blinds for some of the windows in the Courthouse.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to purchase some new 2-inch aluminum horizontal blinds for the Courthouse.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 2:45.

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                                         Clerk                                                                                                  Chairman

April 6, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a special session to canvass the April 3, 2001 general city/school election with Vice Chairman John E. Taylor, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and Register of Deeds Sue McCay (appointed to replace Chairman Donald E. Waymire), County Clerk/Election Officer Shari Perry and Election Clerk Kristie Stinebaugh present.

The special meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Taylor at 8:45 a.m.

1^st Precinct – One Provisional-None Counted

2^nd Precinct – No Provisional

3^rd Precinct – Three Provisional-One Counted

4^th Precinct – No Provisional

5^th Precinct – No Provisional

6^th Precinct – No Provisional

7^th Precinct – Two Provisional- None Counted

8^th Precinct – One Provisional-None Counted

Appanoose Township – No Provisional

N. Centropolis Township - No Provisional

S. Centropolis Township – No Provisional

Cutler Township – No Provisional

Franklin Township – No Provisional

Greenwood Township – No Provisional

Harrison Township – No Provisional

Hayes Township – No Provisional

Homewood Township – No Provisional

Lincoln Township – No Provisional

Ohio Township – One Provisional-None Counted

Ottawa Township – Two Provisional-None Counted

Peoria Township – No Provisional

Pomona Township – No Provisional

Pottawatomie Township – No Provisional

Richmond Township – No Provisional 

Williamsburg Township – One Provisional-None Counted

Advance – Five Provisional-None Counted

Canvass was completed at 10:30.

Ray DeJulio in and discussed the need for more rock and not having the money for it.  Ray said unless the Board votes to put rock in a certain place.  Rock will be placed where blade man and supervisor say it is needed.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 10:37.

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                                             Clerk                                                                                              Chairman

April 9, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor  present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Earl Devore in about a proposal from American Eagle Outfitters to construct a new building south of the present facility.  It would be necessary to re-route Pawnee Rd. from the intersection with Davis Ave. for a distance of approximately 985 feet east and American Eagle Outfitters will deed a 70 feet road right of way along their south and east property lines and construct a new gravel-surfaced road per the County’s specifications.  American Eagle Outfitter needs the existing building and the new building connected that is why Pawnee Rd. needs to be re-routed.

Board agreed to vacate a portion of Pawnee Rd. and accept the re-route plan of Pawnee Rd.

Earl Devore reported that he has met with Alan Gast with Bartlett and West Engineers and expects a structural report in about a week on the Courts Building.  Earl also discussed a new façade for the Franklin County Annex.

Theresa Cummings in about changing personal necessity leave and allowing time off to care for parents not being a household member.  Board agreed to discuss.

Theresa Cummings and Craig Davis discussed the defensive driving training course. 

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish a request for bids to sell a tire baler, tire shear, tire splitter and a 12” x 30’ elevating conveyor.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed rock cost for 2 inches of rock on a 24-foot roadway for a mile.  Ray said you would need 750 tons of rock per mile.  At 750 tons per mile times $4.20 per ton it would cost $3,150 per mile time 750 miles of road the cost would be $2,362,500.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to accept two easements, a permanent easement from Dwayne K. and Rhonda LaGalle in Section 22, Township 17, Range 20 and a permanent easement from Ronald E. and Lucille M. Spencer in Section 27, Township 17, Range 20.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio presented a cost proposal from Cook, Flatt & Strobel to consider raising the roadway overflow section to the west of the structure on Labette Road.  Cook, Flatt & Strobel would rerun the hydraulic computer models, revising the plans for County construction, working up waivers for the local landowners and submitting to the Division of Water Resources (KWR) for a permit.  The cost for the proposed services would be $4,400.  Board took no action.

Open bids at 10:00 for Chip Seal Oil for 2001.  Two were received.

Koch Pavement Solution for EA90P                      0.898 cents per gallon

Vance Bros Inc. for EA90P                                    0.886 cents per gallon

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to accept bid from Vance Bros Inc at a cost of .886 per gallon.  All voted “yes.”

Open bids at 10:15 for Security and Fire Alarm System for the County Yard.  Two were received.

Rueschhoff Security Systems                 $887.00 per month for 5 years $53,220

ADT                                                       First proposal $36,470 and Second proposal $43,908

Board took no action on security and fire alarm system.

Larry Walrod discussed staff report for Dodson Investment Rezone Case # 01-002 and Special Use Permit # 01-004.  Rezone 30 acres from A-3 to A-2 with Special Use Permit.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-23 amending the official zoning district map of Franklin County for 30 acres in Section 28, Township 17 South, Range 21 East rezoning from A-3 to A-2 with a Special Use Permit for aircraft salvage to be kept 900’ East of Vermont Road and 300’ South of Rantoul City Limits.  All voted “yes.”

Larry Walrod discuss staff report for Dodson Investment for case # rezone 01-003 and Special Use Permit #01-005.  Rezone 98 acres from A-3 to I-2 with a Special Use Permit. 

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve an amendment of the official zoning district map of Franklin County for 98 acres owned by Dodson Investment in Section 28, Township 17 South, Range 21 East rezoning from A-3 to I-2 with a Special Use Permit that will specifically apply to the aircraft salvage and the following types of business: Aircraft maintenance, aircraft storage for outside owners, aircraft storage for the U.S. government and major airlines, aircraft storage and security for insurance companies, aircraft sales, aircraft leasing, aircraft financing, aircraft parts maintenance, aircraft parts storage, and aircraft parts sales and leasing.  All voted “yes.”

Board directed Larry Walrod to do a resolution to rezone 98 acres owned by Dodson Investment to I-2 with a special use permit for the above uses.

Larry Walrod discussed staff report for B.J. DeGrande and Glenn Evans for case # rezoning 00-009.  Rezone 117 acres from A-1 to R-1.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to send the application back to the Planning Commission for more review on rezoning of 117 acres owned by B.J. DeGrande and Glenn A. Evans.  All voted “yes.”

Barbara Short and Darren Hibdon in for coin toss for tie vote for USD 288 Position 5.  Chairman Waymire tossed a coin and asked Barbara Short to make the call and she called tails.  Coin landed heads and Darren Hibdon was determined winner by the coin toss for USD 288 Position 5.

A drawing of straws for the tie vote for Rantoul City Council for Clara Hunter, Carol Kemplay and Robert Doles who all received 9 votes for the fifth seat on the Council.  No candidates were present.  Jeff Gulley drew the straws and Carol Kemplay was determined winner for Rantoul City Council.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the minutes for April 4, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll change 01-231 resignation of James Lee from Juvenile Detention.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve and notify Kansas Division of Workers Compensation that Franklin County elects to cover persons performing the following public or community service as a result of a contract of diversion, assignment to a community corrections program or suspension of sentence or as a condition of probation or in lieu of a fine the class of persons to be covered are any and all such inmates, community service or public service workers who perform services for the County and also elects to cover volunteer workers who are engaged in the following volunteer work, any and all volunteers who engage in activities for the County.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a transfer in the amount of $66,500.00 from General Fund Equipment Reserve Fund #517 to General Fund Commissioner Longevity Fund 001.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 12:15.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:15.  All present.

Don McMican in and discussed Courthouse Restoration Project.

Chairman Waymire signed a Contract Acceptance with A. Zahner Company for adding ice and water shield to the Hip flashing at Clock Tower hips, Corner Quadrant hips and North/South hips.

Joanne Fiehler in about Hilltop Maintenance Systems owned by Donald Fiehler.  Joanne said she needs to know what to do with the business.  Board said she needs to clean up the property and cease business.

John Dowell, John Steelman and Darrell Wadkins in about air conditioning in District Court.  John Dowell asked that the Board allow Darrell Wadkins to solicit bids for one or all three new air conditioners for the District Court.  Board said that Darrell Wadkins needs to get someone to work on the system and find out want is wrong with the air conditioning.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll change 01-226 to hire Roger Dart to the Ambulance Department as a Paramedic.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed rock and overtime for the Public Works Department.  Board requested that an appointment be set up for Ray DeJulio and Scot Hamlin to come in and visit with the Board.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:30.

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                                        Clerk                                                                                               Chairman

April 11, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Sue McCay in with March monthly Register of Deeds report.

Don Brooks in about waiving his building and septic permit fees.  He said his home burned down on March 2 and he lost everything.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to waive the building and septic permit fees for Don Brooks for property located at 660 Sand Creek Rd.  All voted “yes.”

Mike Tilley with Fashion phoned about cutting weeds in ditch in front of business on North Street, which is located in the City.  Board agreed the City of Ottawa owns right of way and he needs to call the City.

Tom Weigand in and asked the County to join the Chamber.  Board had concerns about joining the Ottawa Chamber and not Wellsville or Richmond.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the minutes for April 6 and April 9, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Jeff Mourning with Kansas State Bank in about leases and doing business with the County.

Ray discussed Elm Street on the West Side of the County Yard and an email from Andy Haney with the City of Ottawa and the response that he sent him.

Ray discussed dust control for 2001 and he said that 34 people have paid for it.

Ray discussed all signs will need to be changed and have larger lettering.

Open bids at 10:05 for proposal for Franklin County Chip Seal 2001.  Two bids received.

Harbour Brothers                    $58,350

Hi Plains                                 $66,000

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the bid from Harbour Brothers for Chip Seal 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Richard Needham in about a cemetery on property owned by James Noble.

Commissioner John E. Taylor arrived at 10:50.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll change 01-232 job description change for Clarence McIlvain and 01-233 promotion for Doug Farrell from Mechanic to Lead Mechanic.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio and Scot Hamlin in about overtime for blade men.  Board wants overtime to be mandatory when Scot or Ray thinks there is work to be done.  Board discussed with Ray and Scot road conditions and what is needed to improve them.  Board agreed to discuss options at a later time.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-24 amending the official zoning district map of Franklin County, Kansas approving the application from Dodson International for 98 acres by given the rezoning from A-3 to I-2 with the Special Use Permit for aircraft salvage and to include aircraft maintenance, aircraft storage for outside owners, aircraft storage for the U.S. government and major airlines, aircraft storage and security for insurance companies, aircraft sales, aircraft leasing, aircraft financing, aircraft parts maintenance, aircraft parts storage, and aircraft parts sales and leasing.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-25 declaring the Boards intent to promote the vacation of a portion of Pawnee Road that would allow American Eagle Outfitters to construct a new building and the Boards intent to accept a road constructed by American Eagle Outfitters to be an alternate route for those living and traveling westerly on Pawnee Road.  All voted “yes.”

Board moved meeting at 12:00 to basement of Jail for monthly Department Head Luncheon.

Attending the luncheon was: Ed Taylor, Larry Walrod, Raymond Carey, Don Stottlemire, Shari Perry, Ted McCurdy, Craig Davis, Theresa Cummings, Bob Thompson, Ray DeJulio, Darrell Wadkins, Steve Brown, Barbara Conus, Ethel Wallace, Fred Ferguson, Jeff Gulley and Kevin Jones.

Board back in chambers at 1:05.  All present.

Ted McCurdy in and reported the Ambulance Department had 171 calls in March and write-offs for insurance adjustment and bad debt in the amount of $33,302.90.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the write-offs for the month of March in the amount of $33,302.90.  All voted “yes.”

Ted McCurdy discussed pay for Paramedic’s and possible increases for next year and about purchasing a new utility vehicle.

Kevin Jones in and discussed electrical upgrades, AS400 upgrade, Network Storage Device, storm vault at Annex and lease purchases to upgrade systems.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for 15 for personnel of non-elected at 2:55 with Board and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 3:10 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:25.

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                                         Clerk                                                                                          Chairman 

April 16, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:35 a.m.

Board discussed with Larry Walrod the need for a vehicle for the Planning Department.  Board agreed to solicit bids for a truck.

Commissioner John E. Taylor arrived at 8:50.

Board discussed with Larry Walrod the Environmental Health budget and changing and putting the Environmental Health department under the Planning & Building Department.  Budgets will be left separate, but under Larry’s control.

Larry Walrod discussed zoning violations and said he will get with John Dowell.

Richard Needham in and said that landowner didn’t damage cemetery that the Rural Water District caused damage.

Norman Wooge in about box culvert north of Texas Rd. and Reno Rd. on Texas Rd. being plugged and needing something done.  Board phoned Ray DeJulio and Ray said they would get it taken care of this week.

Jim Trendel in about Stark Truss Company tax exemption.  They are doing retailing business, which was not part of their application.  Mr. Trendel said that it is his understanding that you can’t do retail selling with an exemption.  Board phoned Lou Atherton about Stark Truss Company and retail business.  Lou said that retail business couldn’t get an exemption.

Barbara Conus in about extended hours at the Health Department on Wednesday’s until 6:30.

Barbara Conus in about employee benefits and Health Department paying there own.  Board said they want her to budget for benefits in the Health Department.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to publish a public hearing relating to a proposal to vacate the following described road: Beginning 1,482 feet East of the centerline of the intersection of Utah Road and Riley Road, thence east on Riley Road 3,345 feet along the North line of Section 8, Township 16 South, Range 21 East.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio in and discussed personal property that is sitting on county right of ways.  No decision made.  Ray is going to talk to John Dowell.

Ray DeJulio discussed purchasing a Stanley Post Driver.  He received two bids, Steffen Company for $1,700 and Drake-Scruggs for $1,769.

 Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to purchase a Stanley Post Driver from Steffen Company for $1,700.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes for April 11, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Board phoned Bill Kern’s about cemetery on Noble property.

Bill Kern’s phoned back about cemetery on Noble property.  Mr. Kern’s said that the Rural Water District didn’t do anything to the cemetery.

Board phoned Sheriff’s Department to do a report on the cemetery on the James Noble property.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve added escaped tax orders 1249-1258 in the amount of $172.43, abated tax order 1198-1203 in the amount of $5,286.22 and refund tax orders 567-571 in the amount of $2,357.05.  All voted “yes.”

Juanita Zeek and Debbie Hough in about postage machine.  Debbie said that the technician was in last week and said the postage machine should last a couple more years.  

Steve Brown in and reported that he went and test-drove some vans as requested by the Board.  Board discussed whether to purchase a van or a larger vehicle, if larger vehicle is purchased it could be used by Sheriff’s Department for the transports of prisons and to transport bodies to the coroner’s for autopsies.  No decision was made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to purchase office equipment for the Clerk’s Office from Navart’s in the amount of $3,400.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to purchase 22-2” aluminum blinds at a cost not to exceed $3,214.40 from Lady Leeds.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 12:28.

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                                            Clerk                                                                                    Chairman   

April 18, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Ray DeJulio discussed Davis Ave. and how much the City of Ottawa owns of that road and how much the County owns. 

Ray DeJulio discussed Eisenhower Rd. and how much the City of Ottawa owns of that road and how much the County owns.

Ray DeJulio discussed Elm Street that runs along the County Shop Yard.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for a ½ ton pickup for the Planning and Building Department.  All voted “yes.”

Larry Walrod discussed the Comprehensive Plan for Franklin County.  Larry said he met with Eric Strauss last night.

Larry Walrod said he is going to meet with Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Kansas Department of Transportation, County Attorney and Environment Health Department this week in regards to property in Peoria Township.

Craig Davis reported on the Needham Cemetery.  Craig said that the stones were moved out to the fence, because the livestock on the pasture were destroying them.  Board asked Craig to call Richard Needham and discuss what can be done with this cemetery.

Norman Wooge has concerns about old tires and he was glad to see that culvert was cleaned that he had complained about.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll change 01-237 hire Gale Hull to the Maintenance Department effective April 19, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for a Utility Vehicle for the Ambulance Department.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed with John Dowell zoning issues and if he thinks a County Counselor is needed or how much time he has to spend with the Board.  The Board and John Dowell are going to discuss the need for a Counselor at a later date.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes for April 16, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to sign a contract between Starfire Engineering and Technologies and Franklin County for engineering and design services related to the upgrade and repair of the Midland Railway track and right-of-way between Norwood and Ottawa.  Chairman Waymire and Commissioners Carey, Stottlemire and Taylor voted “yes.”  Commissioner Ferguson voted “no.”

Lou Atherton in about exemption on Stark Truss Company and the possibility of retail sales.  Board is going to discuss exemption again on April 30 with Lou Atherton and the company.

Don McMican in about hip replacement on the Courthouse roof.

Don McMican and Doug Loyd in about Annex Mezzanine and load rating.  Board phoned Earl Devore and he will be in later to discuss.

Board discussed the purchase of a van.  County Clerk was directed to draft a solicitation of bids.

Chairman Waymire moved the meeting at 11:58 to the basement of the Jail for the monthly luncheon with the City of Ottawa and USD 290.

Attending the luncheon was Ray DeJulio, Shari Perry, Don Stottlemire, Raymond Carey, Don Waymire, Ed Taylor, Fred Ferguson, Jeff Gulley, Scott Bird, Rocky Fleer, Craig Davis, Richard Jackson, Scott Lambers, John Coen, Gene Ramsey, Blaine Finch, Jan Collins, Charles Gillette, Rex Cummings, Bill Allegre, Louis Reed, Karen McAdoo, Ezra Sykes and Norman Wooge.

Board back in chambers at 1:10.

Earl Devore in and discussed Annex Mezzanine and the load capacity.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session at 1:47 for 13 minutes to discuss non-elected personnel with Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 2:00 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 2:10.

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                                                 Clerk                                                                                           Chairman

April 23, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Raymond Carey discussed a KCAMP meeting that he attended Friday and additional insurance coverage that they are working on.

Theresa Cummings in to discuss and submit the annual Adult Comprehensive Plan for Community Corrections.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the Adult Comprehensive Plan for Community Corrections.  All voted “yes.”

Brad Gilges in about a class he attended called More Than Money that was put on by Kansas Department of Transportation by the Human Resource Division.  The class was about how to retain and motive employees.  Board said they would like all department heads to attend.

Ray DeJulio discussed security system at Public Works.  Board asked Ray to get with Kevin Jones and the Courts security.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for twenty minutes for attorney client privileges at 9:40 with Board and John Dowell present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 10:00 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Open bids at 10:00 for bridge repair project located at approximately 4050 Reno Rd.  Two bids were received.

Dufur Bridge of Waverly                        $80,148.40

Beachner Construction of St. Paul          $84,212.00

Cook, Flatt & Strobel-Engineers Estimate $46,440.00

Board made no decisions and Cook, Flatt & Strobel is going to work with Dufur to possibly make some changes to the project to reduce the cost.

Ray DeJulio discussed traffic counts on Eisenhower Road.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll changes 01-234 Bruce Goddard with the Ambulance Department from full-time to part-time, 01-235 Monte Nieder transfer from Maintenance Department to the Solid Waste Department effective April 20, 2001 and 01-236 Justin Morgan resignation from 911 effective April 8, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Darrell Wadkins in with bids to replace carpet, vinyl and tile in Courthouse, Courts Building and Juvenile Detention. 

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to accept bids from Mitchell’s Floor covering to replace carpet and vinyl in the Treasurers Office, carpet in old tag room in Courthouse, carpet in one courtroom in the District Court Building and tile in the Juvenile Detention teachers room at a cost of $3,534.21.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to sign a lease purchase with Pitney Bowes for a 51-month lease at $998.00 for a postage machine.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve a transfer of $11,380.00 from General Fund Commissioners 0011501105 to General Fund Attorney 0011504101.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution 01-26 amending the Personnel Rules and Regulations of Franklin County to allow an employee to use personal necessity leave for parents who are not household members.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for a Minivan. 
All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve the minutes for April 18, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Kevin Jones and Ray DeJulio in and discussed security systems.  No decisions made.

Craig Davis reported about the Needham Cemetery and said he thinks the parties will get together and come up with a solution.

Craig Davis discussed the Tri County Drug Program and Craig said the counties share would be $30,715.00.  Douglas County, Jefferson County, City of Ottawa, City of Lawrence and Franklin County are in the program.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to continue in the Tri County Drug Program.  All voted “yes.”

Craig Davis in about patrol cars and the need for three new cars.  Board asked Craig to draft a solicitation of bids to purchase three new cars.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 12:08.

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                                             Clerk                                                                                        Chairman

April 25, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Earl Devore in about remodel and addition of the District Court Building.  Earl discussed structural engineering report of building and five options on remodel and additions.

Cynthia Montague from Pomona in about CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates).  They are estimating that they will need about $45,000 to start the program and office space.  Cynthia said that the program would involve Franklin, Coffey, Osage and Anderson Counties.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll changes 01-238 shift change for Kevin McAdoo with Juvenile Detention and 01-241 resignation of Troy Funk from Juvenile Detention.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to publish a solicitation of bids to purchase three new patrol cars.  All voted “yes.”

Bob Thompson discussed Free Dump Days at the Transfer Station and said it was the largest they have ever had.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to sign a letter of support of the current and past efforts of Ottawa University in recycling.  All voted “yes.”

Freone Hollinger in about the Farmers Market and she is requesting to use the spaces on the south side of the parking lot.  Board agreed that they could use the parking spaces on the north side of the parking lot.

Bob Thompson discussed a summary of review criteria for Construction and Demolition Landfills.  Board will discuss more at a later date.

Open bids at 10:05 to sell tire equipment.

Norman Wooge       Conveyor                                $91.00

Stretch                     Sheer                       $901.00

                                All equipment         $2,101.00

Blixt                        Baler                        $500.00

                                Sheer                       $850.00

                                Splitter                    $1,500.00

Tire Town               Baler                        $1,500.00

                                Sheer                       $1,000.00

                                Splitter                    $500.00

                                Conveyor                                $500.00

Yoho & Sons           Splitter                    $1,000.00

Dale Poe                  Baler                        $1,651.00

                                Sheer                       $1,561.00

                                Conveyor                                $351.00

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the bids from Dale Poe for the Baler and Sheer, Tire Town for the conveyor and Blixt for the splitter.  All voted “yes.”

Bob Thompson discussed purchasing steel-toed boots for the two employees at the Transfer Station.  Bob said boots would only be worn at the Station and not home.  Board agreed to allow the purchase.

Roy Pine in about ditch in front of Central Heights School.  He is suggesting putting a culvert across the road and piping the water to the south.

Board left to go view ditch in front on Central Heights School at 10:45.  Board back at 11:58.

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 11:58.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Lou Atherton in about signage for detour on I-35 and the need for more.  Board agreed that it was very poorly marked and more signage is needed.

Kevin Jones discussed Web Site and Internet Access.

Kevin Jones discussed the fire suppression system for the storm/fire vault at the Annex.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to do a solicitation of bids for an AS400 and Document Imaging System.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to do a solicitation of bids for a Network Storage Device.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes for April 23, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:15.

             ________________________________                            _______________________________ 

                                            Clerk                                                                                          Chairman

April 30, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Jim Humbert, Ron Groom and John Richeson in about tax abatement on Stark Truss Company.  John Richeson whom represents Stark Truss Company said that they have applied for an exemption for manufacturing.  Stark also is in the business of retailing.  They have purchased an additional ten acres that they will use for the retailing business and storage.  The ten acres already has a building on it.  Ron Groom said they wanted to be a part of the community.  Jim Humbert said that when they came to the County they were not planning on going into the retailing business.  They just purchased the ten acres for retail sales in March of this year.

Larry Walrod in and discussed illegal dump notification and information form from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment for property located at 2762 Tennessee.  The County would have to provide a 25% match being cash or in-king services, including labor, equipment, supplies, and landfill space may be used to satisfy this match.  The State will spend no more than $10,000 per site. 

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to sign a local government statement of intent to work with the State to clean up a site located at 2762 Tennessee Rd. Rantoul.  All voted “yes.”

Larry Walrod discussed a letter that the Board received from B.J. Slankard in regards to a lot split, if lot split done the property would have no road access. 

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to deny the request from B.J. Slankard to grant a building permit.  All voted “yes.”

Richard Needham in about cemetery and said the Sheriff told him to call James Noble.  Richard said that Mr. Noble moved stones and that was wrong.  He said he would have to go to the State.

Open Public Hearing at 10:00 relating to a proposal to vacate a portion of Riley Rd.

Ray DeJulio explained he received a petition.

No other comments were made.

Chairman Waymire closed the public hearing at 10:02.

Board agreed to have Ray DeJulio draft a resolution to vacate a portion of Riley Rd.

Ray DeJulio and Larry Walrod discussed the road in Shawnee Estates Subdivision.  The road doesn’t meet specifications and county has not accepted the road as a county road.  Mr. Walrod has received a building permit and the road is not a county road, so he can’t issue a building permit.  Ray said that Terry Moyer said he would give the County a letter of credit and guarantee the road for four years.  The County would have to accept the road and then Larry could issue building permits.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to publish a notice of public hearing relating to a proposal to vacate the following described streets and alleyways in the town of Peoria: 1) Ottawa Street between Labette Terrace and Jefferson Street in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.  2) Delaware Street between Labette Terrace and Spruce Street in the town of Peoria, Section 12, township 17 South, Range 20 East.  3) Jefferson Street between Tennessee Street and Delaware Street in the town of Peoria, Section 12, township 17 South, Range 20 East and 4) All alleyways in Blocks 88 and 95, in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed repairs needed to the Cat 953 track loader.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to repair and accept repair estimate from Martin Tractor in the amount of $`3,648.00.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed a pay increase for Tanya Foster.

James Barnhart in about Iowa Terr.  Board said they would go and view it.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll change 01-240 promotion of Tanya Foster.  All voted “yes.”

Craig Davis in with a contract with Johnson County for housing Jail inmates.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to sign a contract with Johnson County for $35.00 per day, per inmate to hold prisoners.  All voted “yes."

Ethel Wallace in about ordering a laptop computer and a fax line the first of the year.  She ordered it and intended to pay for it with grant money and has until June to purchase it or lose the grant money.  She also said she has not received a bill for a computer and printer that she purchased last year.  Ethel said that she feels she has been more than patience.  Board called Kevin Jones and he said he would get her laptop and fax line installed within the next two weeks and get her a bill for the computer and printer she received last year.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll change 01-242 hire Richard Knavel to Juvenile Detention effective May 1, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve added escaped tax orders 1259-1263 in the amount of $462.85.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for April 25, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting for lunch at 12:00.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to sign a contract between Franklin County and Lyle Rockers & Sons Excavating for the Centropolis Sewer District in the amount of $76,828.00.  All voted “yes.”

Rob Gavin with Kirkham Michael Consulting Engineers in and discussed benefit district for hard surface roads.  Rob is going to work with Ray DeJulio on cost estimates and get benefit district created.

Mike Fox with Midland Railroad in and discussed railroad.  Commissioner Ferguson said people have concerns about fencing and field crossing.  Commissioner Ferguson gave Mike Fox some letters that he has received from people that live in the area.  Mike Fox said that they would address all the letters and contract the landowners.

Mike Fox discussed the upgrade that is going to be done on the railroad and the grant that they received.

Kevin Jones in about copier in Register of Deeds and options that he has received.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes at 2:15 for personnel of non-elected with Board and Kevin Jones present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 2:25 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll change 01-243 hire Joyce Dalsing to the Maintenance Department.  All voted “yes.”

Board left at 2:40 to view low water crossing on Iowa Terr. north of Reno Rd. and culvert on Reno Terr. at intersection of Iowa Terr.  Back in chambers at 3:40.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:44.

           ____________________________________                               __________________________________

                                         Clerk                                                                                       Chairman

May 7, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Dale VanHorn in about closing a portion of Riley Rd.  He said farmers use it and he feels that it should be left open.

Chairman Waymire read a letter from Karl Eisele stating he would like road left open.

Brent Dorsey said he would like the road to be opened to full maintenance.

Gene VanHorn said it needs to be left open for the farmers

Jeff Courter said he feels the road should be left open.

Larry Walrod discussed application of Jim Poe’s for a Special Use Permit to allow an existing trucking business.  Larry said that the Planning Commission voted to deny the permit.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to accept the Planning Commission recommendation and approve Resolution No. 01-28 denying amending of the official zoning district map of Franklin County for an application for an SX permit from James E. Poe.  Chairman Waymire and Commissioners Carey, Ferguson and Taylor voted “yes.”  Commissioner Stottlemire voted “no.”

Larry Walrod discussed a preliminary plat for 61 acres development owned by K. Dale Reese.

Larry Walrod discussed the rezoning of 117 acres owned by BJ DeGrande.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-27 amending the Official Zoning Regulations of Franklin County clarifying that the Zoning Regulations apply to all townships.  All voted “yes.”

Bob Thompson in about the City of Ottawa bringing tires to the Transfer Station that they clean out of the river.  Board agreed not to charge them.

Open bids at 10:00 to purchase a ½ ton pickup for the Planning and Building Department. 

Creason Tawney – No Bid

Beckman –2001 Ford F-150 Regular Cab with 1992 Ford Taurus trade-in $19,024.00

Beckman – 2001 Ford F-150 Ext. Cab with 1992 Ford Taurus trade-in $20,795.00

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to purchase a 2001 Ford F-150 and trade-in a 1992 Ford Taurus with Beckman Ford at a cost of $20,795.00.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the minutes for April 30, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Open bids at 10:30 for a Sport Utility Vehicle for the Ambulance Department.

Beckman – 2002 Ford Explorer XLS with 1994 Ford Explorer trade-in $21,095.00

                   2002 Ford Explorer XLT with 1994 Ford Explorer trade-in $23,424.00

Creason Tawney – No Bid

Ottawa Ford – 2001 Ford Explorer XLT with 1994 Ford Explorer trade-in $25,371.00

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to purchase a 2002 Ford Explorer XLT and trade in a 1994 Ford Explorer from Beckman Motors at a cost of $23,424.00.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll changes 01-248 resignation of Annette Wren from District Court and 01-255 hire Jeaneen L. Layton part-time with District Court.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to sign a letter to Kansas Department of Commerce and Housing requesting a one-year extension on the sanitary sewer project for Centropolis.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve added escaped tax order 1264 in the amount of $12.56.  All voted “yes.”

Arlene and Sammy Cross in about the closing of Riley Rd.  They would like road closed or graveled.

Terry Moyer in about Shawnee Terr. and Virginia Terr. and what needs to be done to have the roads accepted by the county.  Terry stated that the roads don’t meet specifications, but that he will get a bond or letter of credit.  Board agreed that a bond or letter of credit for $20,000 is what is needed.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes at 11:30 for personnel of non-elected with Board, Shari Perry and Ray DeJulio present.  All voted “yes.”  Ray DeJulio left executive session at 11:35.  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 11:45 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Ray DeJulio reported that Cook, Flatt and Strobel had worked with Dufer Bridge Company and came up with a solution on the bridge Reno Rd.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the bid from Dufer Bridge Company for a bridge on Reno Rd. at a cost of $58,700.00.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll changes 01-249 hire Raymond Love as summer help in Noxious Weed and 01-254 discharge of Tom Bombardier from Public Works.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 12:07.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:05.  All present.

Ted McCurdy in and discussed vehicles bids for the Ambulance Department.

Board, Shari Perry and Ray DeJulio left at 1:30 to view Riley Rd. and view bridge on Reno Rd. that Dufer Bridge Company is going to do some work on.

Back in chambers at 2:45.  All present.

Charlie Porter in about a bond for Terry Moyer and Mr. Porter said he could only get a bond for three years for the roads.  Board agreed to accept a bond for $20,000 for three years.

Board discussed the Commissioner’s budget for 2002.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:58. 

          ____________________________________                               ______________________________________

                                          Clerk                                                                                                 Chairman

May 9, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Diane Drake in and discussed Franklin County Mental Health Clinic, what they do, clients they serve, and the budget for Mental Health.

Commissioner Taylor left at 8:45.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the Lake Region Solid Waste Authority budget for July 1, 2001 to June 30, 2002 with Franklin County share being $4,574.83.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-29 vacating the following: Beginning 2,252 East of the centerline of Tennessee Road at the intersection of Tennessee Road and Neosho Road, thence east on Neosho Road 1,059 along the South line of section 36, Township 16 South, Range 20 East.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed Resolution No. 98-70 a policy for minimum maintenance roads.

Ray DeJulio discussed a request he received to close Rock Creed Rd. in the City of Rantoul east of Vermont Rd. on June 9 for activities in the City.  Board agreed.

Ray DeJulio presented a safety audit done by the safety committee.

Bob Herring of 1972 Finney Rd. in about road east of his place needing some work done because creek is washing out road.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll changes 01-250 hire Henry Butter as summer help as a mower, 01-251 hire Ernest Shaffer as summer help as a chemical applicator, 01-252 hire Robert Adcock as summer help as a mower and 01-253 hire Jack Hobbs as summer help as a mower.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to go into an executive session for five minutes at 9:43 for personnel of non-elected with Board, Shari Perry and Ray DeJulio present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:48 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Open bids at 10:00 for a mini-van.

Ottawa Ford – 2000 Ford Windstar 26,765 miles                  $17,583.00 - $1,000.00 trade-in 1991 Plym cost $16,583.00

Creason Tawney - 2000 Olds Silhouette 15,000 miles          $18,500.00 - $1,000.00 trade-in 1991 Plym cost $17,500.00

South Star Chrysler – 2000 Dodge 23,000 miles                    $18,167.00 - $   655.00 trade-in 1991 Plym cost $17,512.00

South Star Chrysler – 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan – New    $22,442.00 - $   700.00 trade-in 1991 Plym cost $21,742.00

Beckman Motors – 2000 Chev. Venture 22,000 miles           $18,300.00 - $1,000.00 trade-in 1991 Plym cost $17,300.00

Beckman Motors – 2000 Olds Silhouette 18,000 miles         $18,300.00 - $1,000.00 trade-in 1991 Plym cost $17,300.00

Cook’s Service                                                                                              $1,103.00 purchase 1991 Plym

Board asked Steve Brown to make some phone calls.  No decision made.

Darrell Wadkins in about air conditioning units at District Court and installing a panic bar on the west basement door of the Courthouse.

Robert Hammon in about mineral interest on his property and the County selling them at a tax sale in 1995.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for 20 minutes at 10:35 for attorney client privileges with Board and John Dowell present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 10:55 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Kevin Jones in about 2002 technologies budget.

Larry Walrod in about LEPP Grant for Environmental Health.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to sign a grant application for $14,884.00 for an LEPP Grant.  All voted “yes.”

Went to basement of Jail at 12:00 for monthly department head luncheon.

Attending luncheon was Don Stottlemire, Raymond Carey, Larry Walrod, Don Waymire, Fred Ferguson, Ted McCurdy, Shari Perry, Debbie Hough, Sue McCay, Theresa Cummings, Ray DeJulio, Bob Thompson, Darrell Wadkins, Craig Davis, Jeff Gulley, Steve Brown, Kevin Jones and Ethel Wallace.

Back in chambers at 1:10.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the write-offs for the month of April for the Ambulance Department in the amount of $24,279.81.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the bid from South Star Chrysler for the purchase of a new 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan in the amount of $22,442.00.  All voted “yes.”

Commission Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to sign a letter to the Office of Attorney General to request “disparate allocation certification” under the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve a transfer in the amount of $44,733.00 from General Fund Equipment Reserve Fund 517 to General Fund 001 for cost of vault installation at Annex.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for May 7, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:52.

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                                     Clerk                                                                                               Chairman

May 14, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Bob Palmer in about property he owns on Idaho Rd. north and west of Centropolis.  Mr. Palmer said road was left open from his property north to Thomas Rd.  Mr. Palmer said that the road was ditched and graveled at that time.  Mr. Palmer wants gravel put on road.  Ray DeJulio said the road is a minimum maintenance road and the county doesn’t put rock on minimum maintenance roads.  Board asked Mr. Palmer if he would pay for rock if the county hauls it.  Mr. Palmer said he would pay for the rock and the county will haul it.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-30 directing the Public Works Department to install No Parking Signs on the East Side of Nevada Terrace between 3200 Nevada Terrace and 3300 Nevada Terrace.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve a transfer from County General Chip Fund 001 to Road & Bridge Fund 102 in the amount of $11,788.00 for materials used on Rock Creek Rd. Project.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed Finney Rd. by Bob Herring property and what can be done at the culvert.

Ray DeJulio discussed a letter he received from Clint Burkdoll about a land located piece of his property. 

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to hold a public hearing to extend John Brown Dr. as a minimum maintenance road, from the west edge of Clint Burkdoll’s property located in Section 17, Township 18, Range 21 approximately 1500’ east to allow him to build a house.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed Vermont Road agreement with Koch.  Koch is asking for changes on agreement in Section 7.3.  Koch is asking for Franklin County to reimburse them for $6,099.86 for work done on Vermont Road for 1999.  Board agreed for Ray DeJulio and John Dowell to discuss changes to Section 7.3

Ray DeJulio discussed closing Iowa Terrace from Riley Terrace to Reno Terrace.  The county will do some work on the Low Water Bridge before road is closed.  Board agreed to hold a public hearing.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to purchase software for security at the Public Works Yard for approximately $2,500.00.  All voted “yes.”

Delbert Edwards of 1816 California Rd. in again about ditches.  Board said improvement needs to be budgeted.  Ray said cost would be around $1,000.

Freone Hollinger in about monthly school board meeting.  She said they are going to discuss the Old Middle School and she thinks the building should be saved.  Freone asked the Board to send a letter to Jan Collins today and ask that they delay making a decision on the Old Middle School.

Open bids at 10:07 for the purchase of 3 2001 Sheriff patrol cars.  Two were received.

Olathe Ford-3 2001 Ford’s $63,780.00 less trade-in $62,280.00

Shawnee Mission-3 2001 Ford’s $61,485.00 less trade-in $61,185.00

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the bid from Shawnee Mission Ford to purchase 3 2001 Ford patrol cars in the amount of $61,185.00.  All voted “yes.”

Kevin Jones in about purchasing two data switches at a cost of $3,413.60 each.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to purchase two data switches from Cisco Systems at a cost of $3,413.60 to be paid out of the Technology budget.  All voted “yes.”

Deb Barker in with 2002 budget request for the Historical Society.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll changes 01-256 hire Rebecca Hastings to the Health Department as a RN and 01-258 hire Carl Bentley to the Jail as part-time no benefits.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for May 9, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Theresa Cummings in and discussed JAIB Grant in the amount of $25,331.00.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to sign the application and support the JAIB Grant.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish solicitation of bids for digital copiers, AS400 upgrade equipment, digital imaging system and storage area network.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve and sign a contract between Franklin County Mental Health Clinic and the Board of County Commissioners of Franklin County for the Franklin County Mental Health Clinic to provide for the residents of Franklin County mental health or psychiatric services and approve and sign an Addendum To Contract For Mental Health for services on behalf of juvenile offenders and their families within the Fourth Judicial District.  All voted “yes.”

Sue McCay in and discussed the Register of Deeds monthly report for the month of April.

Mattie Perry and Linda Marks in about National Historic Preservation Week being May 13-19.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to sign and adopt a Proclamation proclaiming May 13-19 National Historic Preservation Week.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll change 01-259 hire Kay Eastwood to the Clerk’s Office.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting for lunch at 12:00.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:05.  All present.

Clint Burkdoll in to discuss extending John Brown Dr.  Board asked him to come back in on Wednesday continue discussion with Larry Walrod and Ray DeJulio.

Board discussed budgets for 2002.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 4:35.

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                                         Clerk                                                                                              Chairman

May 16, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Larry Felix in and reported Ransom Memorial Hospital financial report to date.

Ethel Wallace in about Truancy Grant for Juvenile Detention.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to sign an application for a Truancy Grant for Juvenile Detention in the amount of $59,556.56.  All voted “yes.”

William Gregg in about a Special Use Permit for his property located at 1201 Hwy. K-68.  Board asked Mr. Gregg to come back in at 10:30 today.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to sign a solicitation of bids to sell a 1994 Ford Explorer.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-31 accepting the street and drainage improvements in Shawnee Estates Addition located in Section 34, Township 15S, Range 21E with the following exception: That Mr. Terry Moyer, the developer of Shawnee Estates, agrees to make repairs up to $20,000 to the roads in the Shawnee Estates subdivision during the three-year period.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve Charter Resolution No. 01-01 exempting Franklin County from the provisions of K.S.A. 19-27a07 relating to sewer districts and providing substitute and additional provisions relating K.S.A. 19-101 exercising home rule power.  All voted “yes.”

William Gregg and Larry Walrod in and discussed Special Use Permit for Salvage Yard and Welding Shop located at 1201 Hwy. K-68.  Board agreed that an application would need to be submitted to the Planning Commission if he wants to sell used vehicles on property.

Clint Burkdoll in about minimum maintenance road.  Ray DeJulio said the County would need to hold a Public Hearing to extend a road.

Scott Lambers in and presented a letter and a City of Ottawa Resolution requesting the Franklin County Board of County Commissioners to make a finding with regards to an annexation request to annex the Ottawa Municipal Airport into the City of Ottawa.

Doug Talbott with Wornall Secure Business Solutions in and discussed with Board, Craig Davis, Brad Gilges, Kevin Jones, Bob Thompson, Ray DeJulio and Rick Sawin security assessments and needs.

Left chambers at 12:00 to go to City Hall for monthly luncheon with the City of Ottawa and USD 290.

Attending the luncheon was Louis Reed, Marsha Mitchell, Jan Collins, Raymond Carey, Scott Bird, Deb Henningsen, Dottie Riley, Scott Lambers, Charles Gillette, Richard Jackson, Bob Bezek, Gene Ramsey, Ezra Skyes, Bill Allegre, Jeff Gulley, Fred Ferguson, Shari Perry, Don Waymire, Don Stottlemire, Tony DeLaTorre, Bill Wright, Jane Morton, Peg McClay, Steve Hasty, Ed Taylor, Tony Keim and Jeanette Lowry.

Board back in chambers at 1:00.  All present.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the minutes for May 14, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Waymire seconded to approve payroll change 01-261 hire Sheryl Ann Clark to 911.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-246 promotion and merit increase for Kristie Stinebaugh and 01-247 probationary period ended for Nicole Roecker.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 1:20.

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                                       Clerk                                                                                                                         Chairman

May 21, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Barbara Conus and Larry Walrod in and discussed the Environmental Health Department.  Board said they would discuss it and let them know when the Environmental Health Department will change and become part of the Planning & Building Department.

Kevin Jones in and discussed a renewal contract with Avaya for phone equipment.  Kevin discussed the quote for an upgrade to the Definity phone system.  Kevin said that the money should be in the phone fund to cover the $26,645.72. 

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to proceed with the phone system upgrade with Avaya not to exceed $26,645.72.  All voted “yes.”

Jeff Courter in and discussed sharing the county building inspector with the City of Wellsville for 5 to 10 hours a week.  Board said they would have to check and see if the county has the time.

Kevin Jones asked if he could fly to Boston in June to see how EMC Network Storage works.  He said the only expense to the county would be the airline ticket.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to allow Kevin Jones to go to Boston in June.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish and hold a public hearing to extended John Brown Drive beginning at a point 1,505.37 feet East of the Northwest corner of Section 17, Township 18S, Range 21E, thence 1,319.72 feet East on the North section line of said section, thence 60 feet South, thence 1,319.72 feet West, thence 60 feet North to the point of beginning, all in Section 17, Township 18S, Range 21E.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-262 hire Curtis Collins to the Public Works Department.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed the low water crossing on Ohio Rd.  Ray said estimates are $9,212.00 to do repairs and $44,750.00 to replace.  No decisions made.

Chairman Waymire opened a public hearing at 10:02 for the purpose of vacating the following described streets and alleyways in the town of Peoria:

1.        Ottawa Street between Labette Terrace and Jefferson Street in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.

2.        Delaware Street between Labette Terrace and Spruce Street in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.

3.        Jefferson Street between Tennessee Street and Delaware Street in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.

4.        All alleyways in Blocks 88 and 95, in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.

Attending the public hearing was Gladys Meisel, Kenneth & Sylvia Cummins, Sarah Hollon and Mr. & Mrs. Dean.

Kenneth Cummins said he owns 5 acres that is vacant and they want to put a home on the property.

Sara Hollon said that there house and garage sets on part of the property that is being vacated.

With no other comment the hearing was closed at 10:15.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to proceed with the vacation of the above streets and alleyways in the town of Peoria.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve abated tax order 1204 in the amount of $244.48, refund tax order 572 in the amount of $122.24 and added escaped tax orders 1265-1269 in the amount of $83.95.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll changes 01-260 resignation of Lori Miller from Community Corrections and 01-263 shift differential pay for Spencer Cave in Juvenile Dentition.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the County Highway improvement Plan (CHIP) Bylaws as amended.  All voted “yes.”

Darrin Hibdon, Adam Weigand and Eric Gunther in and discussed the proposed 2002 budget for the Extension Office.

Commissioner Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for May 16, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Don McMican in and reported that the grant application was approved in the amount of $90,000 for the restoration work on the Courthouse. 

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve a proposal from Deggingers’ Foundry in the amount of $29,000 to restore the Lady of Justice on the front of the Courthouse.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve change order #4 in the amount of $10,708.00 to Mid-Continental Restoration Co. for work being done on Courthouse.  All voted “yes.”

Craig Davis in about keeping a 1997 Ford Crown Vic instead of trading it in.  Craig said they are only allowing us $100 to trade it in and it is worth more than that. 

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to keep the 1997 Ford Crown Vic and not trade it in.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll change 01-264 hire F. Wayne Kissinger for Courts Security.  All voted “yes.”

Board will be attending a seminar this afternoon at the Annex on More Than Money.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 12:07.

               _______________________________                            _________________________________________

                                        Clerk                                                                                               Chairman

May 23, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Ray DeJulio, Rick Sawin and Bob Thompson in and discussed a security system and needs.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for 15 minutes for attorney client privileges at 8:55 with Board and John Dowell present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:10 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-32 vacating the following streets and alleyways: Ottawa Street between Labette Terrace and Jefferson Street in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East, Delaware Street between Labette Terrace and Spruce Street in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East, Jefferson Street between Tennessee Street and Delaware Street in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East and all alleyways in Blocks 88 and 95, in the town of Peoria, Section 12, Township 17 South, Range 20 East.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve and sign a contract between Board of County Commissioners and Harbour Construction, Inc. in the amount of $58,350.00 for work mutually agreed upon by both parties for chip seal work for 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve and sign a contract between Williams Natural Gas and Franklin County in the amount of $3,100.00 for the installation of approximately 550-600 lineal feet of 2 inch PE plus risers and tracer wire at Rock Creek and Nebraska Rd.  All voted “yes.”

Laura Stocker with Women’s Transitional Care Services, Inc. in and asked the Board if they could use the front of the Courthouse on Friday June 8 from 12:00 until 1:00 to have a get together on awareness.  Board agreed to let them use it.

Open bids at 10:00 for copiers.

Didde Office Supply

Canon PC920 Personal Copier $549.00

Hotz Business Solutions

Minolta DI351 $9,991

Minolta DI251 $8,853

Minolta DI200 $6,913

Minolta DI151 $1,595

Modern Copy Systems

Mita KM1530 $1,450

Mita KM2030 $2,000

Mita KM3010L $3,800

Mita AI4230 $5,800

Mita KM1510 $999

Single Source

Xerox DC432S $8,380

Xerox DC420S $7650

Xerox DC215 $1,980

Carlson Office System

Canon NP7130 $1,075

Sharp AR407 $8,261

Sharp AR162 $1,772

Sharp AR163 $1,985

Sharp AR207 $2,928

Canon IR330S $4,345

Canon IR330E $11,025

Sharp AR287 $7,482

Sharp AR337 $7,770

Copy Products, Inc

Toshiba E-Studio 35 $5,995

Toshiba E-Studio 45 $7,695

Toshiba E-Studio 16 $2,195

Konica 7030 $6,995

Konica 7035 $7,695

Konica 7045 $9,095

Konica 7020 $3,695

Kevin Jones is going to review bids for the copiers and come back with recommendations.

Theresa Cummings in and gave the Board her resignation as Director of Community Corrections effective June 8.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for 10 minutes for personnel of non-elected at 10:50 with Board and Theresa Cummings present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 11:00 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Juanita Zeek and Debbie Hough in and discussed the 2002 estimates for L.A.V.T.R, Revenue Sharing, Liquor and In Lieu Of.

Juanita Zeek said that a transfer of $34,546.69 would be made from the Special Auto Fund to the County General for year 2000.

Juanita Zeek and Debbie Hough discussed hiring a clerk for the Treasurer’s Office and to start the advertising process in July.  Board agreed.

Don McMican in and Board went outside to view sidewalks.

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 12:00.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve the minutes for May 21, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve a transfer from Equipment Reserve Fund 517 to General Fund 001 in the amount of $1,923.04.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed 2002 budgets.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 4:25.

           ______________________________________                              _____________________________________

                                             Clerk                                                                                                   Chairman

May 24, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a study session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The study session was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Board discussed the proposed 2002 budgets from departments.

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 12:05.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:15.  All present.

Board discussed the proposed 2002 budgets from departments.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:50.

           ______________________________________                              _____________________________________

                                             Clerk                                                                                                   Chairman

May 30, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes from the May 23 and May 24, 2001 meetings.  All voted “yes”.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Cisco Network training for Jason Riggins and Kevin Jones at New Horizons in the amount of $1,500.00 each.  All voted “yes”.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll changes 01-268, Wayne Adams, resignation and 01-269, Alan Radcliffe, to blade operator.  All voted “yes”.

Ray DeJulio discussed a bid from Hi-Plains to repair a low water bridge for $3,975.00.  He also discussed Public Works budget and chip seal projects.

Michael Ritzel who is the brother in law of Jane Slankard of 1364 Labette Rd. in about a hardship case and getting a building permit.

Doug Talbott with Wornall Security in and discussed security needs.  No decisions made.

Open bids to sell a 1994 Ford Explorer.  Two received.

Peggy Bien $1,855.00

Cook’s Service $1,655.00

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the bid from Peggy Bien in the amount of $1,855.00.  Chairman Waymire and Commissioners Carey, Ferguson and Taylor voted “yes.”  Commissioner Stottlemire voted “no.”

Debbie Hough in and discussed the proposed Treasurer’s Office budget for 2002.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept a Heritage Trust Fund Grant in the amount of $90,000.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve a transfer in the amount of $50,766 from the Hospital Fund 305 to County General Fund 001 and $8,877.44 from the Hospital Fund 305 to County General Fund 001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept a proposal from Taylor Surveying to prepare a topographical survey of the entire courthouse grounds in the amount of $4,500.00.  Chairman Waymire and Commissioners Carey, Ferguson and Stottlemire voted “yes.”  Commissioner Taylor abstained.

Joanne Fiehler in and discussed Hilltop Maintenance and what she is doing about the salvage business.  Joanne Fiehler asked if she could continue selling new truck parts.  Board told her she would need to contract the Planning and Building.  Larry Walrod is going to get with the County Attorney and find out what can be done to extend the Special Use Permit for three additional months.

Larry Walrod discussed the cost for surveys to be reviewed pertaining to the City of Ottawa.  Board agreed to pay for the past reviews and start charging the fee back to the City.  Board asked Larry Walrod to inform John Merrell, Ottawa City Planning & Zoning Director.

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 12:05.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll change 01-266 resignation of Kay Eastwood effective May 24, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve added escaped tax orders 1270-1273 in the amount of $79.24.  All voted “yes.”

John Dowell in and discussed the County Attorney budget for 2002.

Board and Shari Perry left chambers at 1:40 and picked up Ray DeJulio and went and viewed low water crossing in the 2100 block of Ohio Rd.  Went to Imes and Peoria and looked at oil application on Tennessee Rd.

Back at Courthouse at 2:56 and with no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 2:56.

       ________________________________                                 _______________________________________

                                 Clerk                                                                                              Chairman

June 4, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Larry Walrod in and discussed B.J. DeGrande’s reconsideration to re-zone property to R-1 located off of Old 50 Highway.  Planning Commission denied re-zoning of property. 

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the Planning Commissioner recommendation and approve Resolution 01-33 denying the application for a zoning change from B.J. DeGrande and Glen A. Evans.  All voted “yes.”

Larry Walrod discussed amending Article 4 of the Zoning Regulations.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-34 amending Article 4, Section 101 and Section 103 of the Zoning Regulations of Franklin County.  All voted “yes.”

Larry Walrod discussed an application for an SX Permit from Dean S. Medlen on approximately 5 acres of land zoned A-3.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-35 approving the application for an SX Permit from Dean S. Medlen to continue “Dean’s Backhoe Service” on approximately 5 acres of land zoned A-3 and amending the Official Zoning District Map of Franklin County.  All voted “yes.”

Larry Walrod discussed amending Article 4 of the Subdivision Regulations.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-36 amending Article 4, Section 4.07 of the Subdivision Regulations.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-271 resignation of Valorie Weber from the Planning and Building Department.  All voted “yes.”

Joe Underwood and Freone Hollinger in about Nebraska Rd. that is a minimum maintenance road and vehicles going down it and tearing up the fields and road.  Board asked her to contract Ray DeJulio about holding a public hearing and closing the road.

Steve Brown in and discussed 2002 budget for the Appraiser’s Office, aerial photography, and a new CAMA program that Franklin County is being considered a pilot county for.

John Steelman in and discussed 2002 budgets for District Wide and 4^th Judicial District.

Sue McCay in and presented May Register of Deeds report and discussed 2002 Register of Deeds budget.

Bob Thompson in and discussed 2002 Solid Waste budget, purchasing a loader for the Transfer Station and possible increase of fees at the Transfer Station.

Kevin Jones in and discussed bids for copiers.  No decisions made.

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting for lunch at 12:05.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:05.  All present.

Craig Davis in and discussed Sheriff, Jail, EOC and 911 budgets for 2002.

Cynthia Montague with CASA of the Fourth Judicial District in and discussed 2001 and 2002 budgets.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to purchase a Konica 7030 copier from Copy Products on a 36-month lease for the Register of Deeds Office.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to sign a COPS grant application for USD 287.  All voted “yes.”

Board phoned Caleb Rice with Copy Products and told him to not order the copier yet.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for May 30, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve a transfer in the amount of $7,000 from Appraiser’s Fund 117 to the Ambulance Fund 152 for the purchase of a 1994 Ford Explorer.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll change 01-272 resignation of Theresa Cummings from Community Corrections effective June 8, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:53.

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                                        Clerk                                                                                               Chairman

June 6, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Doris King in and said they would like to get a Canon copier.  Doris said they like the Canon machines and the service they have received.  Doris said they would be willing to try another copier and see what there service is.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to hold a public hearing relating to a proposal to extend Georgia Terr. from the north section line of Section 14, Township 17S, Range 18E south 1,000 feet as a minimum maintenance road.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for seeding on Rock Creek Road from Montana Road to Nevada Road.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to accept a quote from Hi-Plains to repair low-water crossing on Ohio Terr. not to exceed $5,975.00.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed water on roadway north 23^rd and Eisenhower.  Ray said that it would be best to wait until after Eisenhower is not being used as a detour to do the ditch work.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes at 9:00 for personnel of non-elected with Board, Barbara Conus and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:10 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-267 probationary period ending for Kim Barrington with the Health Department and payroll increase.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed providing vaccines for county employees and their families with Barbara Conus.  Board asked Barbara Conus to work up cost estimates and get back with Board.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for a Caterpillar 953C Track Loader to be used at the Transfer Station.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to purchase a Konica 7030 copier from Copy Products on a 36-lease for the Public Works Department.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the minutes for June 4, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-270 hire Jennifer Woods to the County Clerk’s Office.  All voted “yes.”

Hershel Poor in about extra territorial boundaries around Wellsville.  Mr. Poor asked if the County has any say in it before it happens.  Board said they would need to talk to Larry Walrod.

Jim Lancaster in about possible parking lot on Cedar behind Lamb Roberts.  Chairman Waymire said the county is looking into a long-term lease with Mr. Bob Roberts.

Richard Jackson, Chairman of the Community Correction Board Advisory Board recommended that Kurt Layton be appointed as Interim Director of Community Corrections effective June 9, 2001.

 Margene Wright of 4246 John Brown Drive in about a fence agreement between Mr. & Mrs. Otis Wright and Franklin County Public Works.  Board received a copy of the agreement and said they would forward it to the Public Works Department.

Darrell Wadkins in about National Credit wanting some handicap parking on the south side of the Annex for their employees.  Board said they already have handicap parking and not feel any more is needed at this time.

Chairman Waymire opened a public hearing at 10:00 relating to a proposal to extend John Brown Drive (a minimum maintenance road) to the east.  Attending the hearing was Ray DeJulio, Clint Burkdoll, Margene Wright and Jerry and Brian Miller.

Ray DeJulio said that the proposed extension was to extend John Brown Drive 1,505.37 feet east of the Northwest corner of Section 17, Township 18S, Range 21E.  Ray said that that Clint Burkdoll wants to extend the road so when he sells off some property his remaining property would be land locked.

Margene Wright said she didn’t have any problem, but she would have a problem if the County wants more easement.  She wants the road to stay the way it is.

With no further comments Chairman Waymire closed the meeting at 10:18.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to grant Clint Burkdoll approval to extend John Brown Drive 1,505.37 and accept the road as a county road after it has been built to county specifications. All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio informed the Board about a utility company that is cutting trees and leaving them in the ditches.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to proclaim the month of June 2001 as Kansas Business Appreciation Month.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to accept the recommendation from the Community Corrections Advisory Board and appoint Kurt Layton as the Interim Director of Community Corrections effective June 9, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to increase the credit card limit on a Visa card issued to the Information Technologies Department to $5,000.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire left at 11:05.

Theresa Cummings in with grant application for FY 2002 Condition Violator Grant Application in the amount of $38,880.00.

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to sign the FY2002 Condition Violator Grant Application in the amount of $38,880.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll changes 01-275 re-evaluation of job for Kurt Layton and 01-276 re-evaluation of job for Kenna Kissel.  All voted “yes.”

Theresa Cummings in and asked Board to get paid for 15 days of sick leave.  Board said they would discuss on Monday when all Board members are present.

Vice Chairman Taylor closed for lunch at 11:50.

Vice Chairman Taylor opened the meeting at 1:00.  Vice-Chairman Taylor and Commissioner Ferguson and Stottlemire present.

Larry Mages, George Sells, Jo Ellen Arnold and Roberta Compton in and asked the Board for $33,560 for B. Martin Peck Animal Shelter for 2002.  They discussed the number of animals the shelter receives in a year and the costs to take care of them.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 2:30.

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                                      Clerk                                                                                               Chairman

June 11, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll change 01-273 resignation of Jack J. Hobbs from Public Works and 01-274 hire Kellen W. Howell to Public Works as summer help.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes for personnel of non-elected at 8:35 with Board, Luis Flores and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 8:50 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Theresa Cummings in about credit for time she worked for Volunteers in Courts for part of 1994 and 1995.  Board made no decision.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes for personnel of non-elected at 9:25 with Board and Shari Perry present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 9:30 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve a transfer of $3,035.00 from Community Correction Fund 516 to Juvenile Accountability Incentives Block Grant Fund 506.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve added escaped tax orders 1274-1275 in the amount of $445.18 and abated tax order 1205 in the amount of $481.58.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to designate Lonie Addis as the voting delegate for the National Association of Counties as the Kansas Representative.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes for June 6, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Open bids at 10:05 for AS400, Digital Imaging System and Storage Area Network.

Infinitec

AS400 9406-270                     $31,085.00

AS400 9406-270                     $30,342.00

AS400 9406-270                     $94,978.00

AS400 9406-270                     $94,233.00

AS400 9406-270                     $196,094.00

AS400 9406-270                     $195,347.00

AS400 9406-820                     $82,993.00

AS400 9406-820                     $82,247.00

AS400 9406-820                     $148,455.00

AS400 9406-820                     $147,711.00

AS400 9406-270                     $206,709.00

Infinitec

Digital Imaging System           $24,350.00

Xio Tech

2TB Raw Storage Configuration             $238,155.00

EMC

Storage Area Network                            $414,071.00

Board asked Kevin Jones to review bids and get back with them.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go executive session for 13 minutes for attorney client privileges at 10:37 with Board and John Dowell present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 10:50 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-37 adopting the following fee schedule for the Franklin County Solid Waste Management Department effective July 1, 2001.  Municipal Solid Waste $30.00 per ton ($7.00 minimum up to 428 pounds), Construction/Demolition Landfill $22.00 per ton ($7.00 minimum up to 314 pounds), Tires-passenger $2.00, passenger on rim $3.00, truck $5.00, truck on rim $11.00, tractor (no rim) $15.00 and appliances free.  All voted “yes.”

Dan Andrew with COF in and discussed 2000 annual report and requested $117,845.00 for the 2002 budget.

Chairman Waymire closed for lunch at 11:45.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:00.  All present.

Ottawa Library Trustees and Board members from Richmond City, Wellsville City and Williamsburg Libraries in about the county levying taxes.  They are asking for $40,500 for Ottawa, $2,000 and for Richmond, $6,500 for Wellsville and $1,000 for Williamsburg. 

Larry Walrod in about adopting a Resolution to clarify a policy and establishing an effective date for the acceptance of survey tracts or parcel as subdivided lands.  No decisions made.

Board discussed the 2002 budgets.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 4:30.

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                                      Clerk                                                                                                Chairman

June 13, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, John E. Taylor and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-38 adopting a policy clarifying and establishing an effective date for the acceptance of survey tracts or parcel as subdivided lands.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-39 adopting a fee schedule for the Franklin County Solid Waste Management Department as follows: municipal solid waste $30.00 per ton ($7.00 minimum up to 640 pounds), construction/demolition landfill $22.00 per ton ($7.00 minimum up to 460 pounds), tires passenger $2.00, passenger on rim $3.50, truck $5.00, truck on rim $11.00, tractor (no rim) $15.00 and appliances free.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for a fence on John Brown Highway.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to publish a solicitation of bids for a corral fence on Rock Creek Rd.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed a policy for standards for fence building and the progress on Rock Creek Rd.

Theresa Cummings phoned and Chairman Waymire told her that the Board had agreed not to pay her for any sick leave pay because she has not worked for the county full-time for five years.

Ken Cummins and Dave Evans in requesting some help in grading some private roads in Timberlake Sub-division.  Board asked if they would be interested in a benefit district.  Board said that the county could not go on private property.  Dave Evans asked about chip and sealing and Board said that the road would have to bring up to county specifications and then the county could accept the road as a county road.

Darrell Wadkins in about Annex not being locked at night and he is getting called out early in the mornings. 

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a mileage increase for reimbursement for privately owned automobiles to 33 cents effective July 1, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Wanda Smith in about the space rent at the Annex she has not been in the space for 3 months but has continued to pay rent.  She asked if she could get out of her lease.  Board said they would need to talk to County Attorney.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve services for employees and families at the Health Department.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve added escaped tax orders 1276-1280 in the amount of $67.21.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the minutes for June 11, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to accept the write-off’s for the Ambulance Department for the month of May in the amount of $32,351.45.  All voted “yes.”

Board left to go to Annex at 10:50 to attend a meeting on workmen’s comp and the monthly department head luncheon.

Attending was Darrell Wadkins, Sue McCay, Kurt Layton, Ethel Wallace, Steve Brown, Barb Conus, Mary Ann Platt, Doris King, Ted McCurdy, Kevin Jones, Bob Thompson, Rick Sawin, Scot Hamlin, Ray DeJulio, Marshall Matthews, Shari Perry, Kristie Stinebaugh, Don Waymire, Fred Ferguson, Don Stottlemire, Ed Taylor, Larry Walrod and Jeff Gulley.

Board back in chambers at 1:15.

Joe Schweiger in about rural fire departments and paper work that they have to do.

Steve Brown in about employee agreement and that he is an appointed office holder and should be treated as an elected official and not a hired employee.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve an employment agreement between the Board of County Commissioners and Steven E. Brown to be the Franklin County Appraiser.  All voted “yes.”

Lou Atherton, Dale Dieterich and Bob Howell in and discussed the Economic Development 2002 proposed budget.  They are requesting $55,000 from the county.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 3:00.

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                                   Clerk                                                                                                          Chairman

June 18, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey and Fred E. Ferguson present.  Commissioner John E. Taylor was attending Allies Days.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Larry Walrod in and discussed the LEPP Grant Agreement with KDHE.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to sign the LEPP Grant Agreement in the amount of $16,327.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve the minutes for June 13, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Wallace Wilson of 862 Thomas Rd and Starleen Bradley of 4732 Delaware Rd. in about a cycle track on property at 4714 Delaware Rd.  Board asked them to go to the Planning & Building Department.

Steve Brown and Roy Baker in about the new aerial photos for the Appraiser’s Office.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve a contract addendum with Markhurd for additions/revisions to the original contract in the amount of $2,250 for a total contract of $55,600.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve payroll change 01-288 resignation of Kellen Howell from Public Works and 01-289 hire Johnathan Milton to Public Works as summer help as a mower.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to sign an agreement between Franklin County and Killough Construction to rent a water hauling tanker for the sum of $1.00 for the use on Rock Creek Rd. on the resurfacing project.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed traffic counts on Eisenhower Road and projects he is working on with Ken White.

Ted McCurdy in about paging and dispatching system for the Ambulance Department.  The State EMS wants the county to take over radio transmitters.  Ted said he is waiting on information from the State and hopes to come back in on Wednesday. 

Kevin Jones in and discussed the computer system the county currently has and the changes we need to make.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 11:38.

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                                        Clerk                                                                                 Chairman

June 20, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Vice Chairman John E. Taylor, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey and Donald R. Stottlemire present.

The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Taylor at 8:30 a.m.

Commissioner Carey moved and Vice Chairman Taylor seconded to approve the minutes for June 18, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Craig Davis in and discussed 2002 budgets for the Jail and Sheriff and computer software and hardware updates.

Craig Davis discussed benefits for court security officers.  Board will discuss again at a later date.

Chairman Donald E. Waymire arrived at 8:50.

Eric Strauss phoned about Phase III of the Comprehensive Plan.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve Eric Strauss to proceed with Phase III of the Comprehensive Plan at a cost of $7,500.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed agreement with Koch on Vermont Rd. and changes to the agreement.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-40 directing that a stop sign be installed on Nevada Road for northbound traffic on Nevada Road at the intersection of Nevada Road and Kingman Road.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to reappoint Robert Redeker effective July 1, 2001 to the Ransom Memorial Hospital Board.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire opened a public hearing at 10:00 relating to extending Georgia Terr. as a minimum maintenance.

B.J. Slankard and Greg Thyr and Ray DeJulio present.

Ray DeJulio discussed proposal to extend Georgia Terr. and also discussed making Georgia Terr. a full-maintenance road.

No one was present with objections.

Chairman Waymire closed the public hearing at 10:20.

Board agreed to extend Georgia Terr. after survey has been completed and to accept road after built to county specifications. 

Tom Earnshaw of 603 Osborne Rd. in about roads.  Board asked him to call the Public Works Department and report it.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll change 01-290 Lloyd Boles with Solid Waste change from full-time to part-time.  All voted “yes.”

John Richeson in about Stark Truss Exemption.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-41 exempting the North 576.2 feet of the W1/2 of the NW1/4 of the SE1/4 of Section 30, Township 16, Range 20 and an existing structure from 50% of ad valorem taxation for a period of ten (10) years and the enlargement to the existing structure and all tangible personal property associated therewith from 100% of ad volorem taxation for a period of ten (10) years between January 1, 2001 and December 31, 2010.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to go into an executive session for fifteen minutes at 10:50 for attorney client privileges with Board and John Dowell present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 11:05 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Kevin Jones in about reimbursement for mileage and meals.

Commissioner Fred E. Ferguson arrived at 11:10.

Board phoned Wanda Smith in regards to her lease at Annex.  No decisions made.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve added escaped tax orders 1281-1282 in the amount of $52.34.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed Health Department Services for employees and their families and the cost of physicals for pre-employment. 

Board left for Ottawa Middle School at 11:50 for monthly joint luncheon.  Arrived at Ottawa Middle School at 12:00.

Attending the luncheon was Rocky Fleer-Husted, Scott Lambers, Tony Keim, John Coen, Marsha Mitchell, Deb Henningsen, Karen McAdoo, Scott Bird, Rex Cummings, Shari Perry, Don Stottlemire, Jeff Gulley, Fred Ferguson, Charles Gillette, Ed Taylor, Don Waymire, Raymond Carey, Harold Fuller, Midge Ransom, Jeanette Lowry, Barbara Dew, Bill Allegre and Ezra Sykes.

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting at 1:00 at the Ottawa Middle School.

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                                    Clerk                                                                                       Chairman

June 25, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Commission agreed that Valorie Weber should be paid for her hours worked, since her resignation, through accounts payable and not payroll.

Ray DeJulio was in and discussed easements along Rock Creek and the difficulties in acquiring a couple of them needed.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the amended contract with Koch for Vermont Road Pavements.  All voted “yes.”

Ray discussed the proposed minimum maintenance road on Georgia Terrace and problems that have come up.  Board decided to get more information before proceeding any further.

The Board discussed the Roberts property and parking lot possibilities.  They feel more information is needed before proceeding further.

Board discussed Health Department fees, for employees, with Barbara Conus.

Public Comment

Harry Peckham had concerns about intersection of Vermont and Marshall Road.

Bob Thompson brought in the new regulations, from KDHE, for construction and demolition waste at Transfer Station.

Open bids for 953C Track Loader at 10:00 a.m.

                Foley Equipment-Wichita                      $215,047                 18 weeks for delivery

                Deans Equipment-Kansas City              $193,953                 20 weeks for delivery

                Martin Tractor-Topeka                          $168,435                 Sept. 2001 delivery

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to accept the bid from Martin Tractor in the amount of  $168,435 for a 953C Track Loader.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the June 20, 2001 minutes.  All voted “yes.”

Kristie Stinebaugh was in to discuss Employee Assistance Program training provided by the Consortium.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded that all employees will be required to attend one of the EAP training session on July 12, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-291 Cecil Porter-new hire part-time custodian.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve added-escaped orders 1283-1285 in the amount of $34.74, abated order 1206 in the amount of $153.30, and refund order 573 in the amount of $153.30.  All voted “yes.”

Board and Sheriff Davis discussed the situation at Vermont and Marshall Roads.

Kevin Jones discussed AS400, PC server upgrades, SAN, UPS system, and Digital Imaging.

Commissioners left to view Rock Creek Road at 11:50.

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting at 12:45.

                ____________________________________                        __________________________________

                                                Clerk                                                                                       Chairman

June 27, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:39 a.m.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the purchase of a Konica 7020-20 copier for 911 on a 36-month lease at $168.83 per month.  All voted “yes.”

Brad Gilges reported on the new radio system for 911.

Larry Walrod discussed the private road issue and Douglas County’s policy.

Kevin Jones along with representatives from EMC Corp. were in to discuss the storage area networking letter of intent.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to sign the letter of intent to purchase EMC hardware in the amount of $318,156.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to sign a letter of intent to purchase iSeries model 820 hardware and RVI software from Infinitec in the amount of $110,224 or better.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to sign the letter of intent to purchase a UPS System from Performance Electric not to exceed $23,000.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to solicit bids for financing $100,000 of the purchase price for the 953C Track Loader.  All voted “yes.”

Opened bids for seeding on Rock Creek Road at 10:00 a.m.

                Sand Creek Nursery                                $15,523.00

                Tauy Creek Sheep Farm                           $2,420.00

Ray DeJulio will verify the bids and come back later with recommendations.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to extend Georgia Terrace as a minimum maintenance road, over existing drive, according to County specifications, with a cul-de-sac at the end.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to go into executive session for attorney client privilege at 10:25 with Board and John Dowell present for 30 minutes.  All voted “yes.”  Reopened at 10:55 reporting no action taken no decision made.

John Richeson, Lou Atherton and Steve Brown discussed Stark Truss/Yoder Property exemption with Board.

Scot Hamlin was in to discuss concerns of the Board regarding roads in the County.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes from the June 25, 2001 meeting.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting at 11:48.

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                                             Clerk                                                                                                   Chairman

July 9, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:25 a.m.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-42 desiring the Secretary of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to assist in regulating the solid waste violations currently in the county which is described as “Franklin County Illegal Dump #1.”  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll change 01-291 hire Adria Butler effective July 2, 2001 to the Planning Department.  All voted “yes.”

Larry Walrod in and discussed the Planning Commission recommendations to the Board on the following.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-43 approving the application for Conditional Use Permit #01-001 (Aerie Network, Inc.) for the construction and operation of a power booster station for a fiber optics transmission facility is hereby approved based upon certain findings of fact and subject to the following conditions:  1.  The site shall be maintained free of weeds and brush or obnoxious trees.  2.  The security fence shall remain locked except when employees are on-site.  3.  No lighting or signing shall be outside of buildings except for safety and direction signs.  4.  The applicant shall secure building permits for all structures prior to start of construction.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-44 approving the application for a Zoning Change from Terry Silvius to rezone a tract of land located in Section 33, Township 15S, Range 21E from “A-3” to “R-1” to allow for the residential housing and amend the Official Zoning District Map of Franklin County.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-45 approving the application for a Zoning Change from Stark Truss Company, Inc. to rezone a tract of land located in Section 30, Township 16S, Range 20E from “A-1” to “I-1” to allow for the Storage and Sales of Building Materials and amend the Official Zoning District Map of Franklin County.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-46 amending the following Zoning Regulations of Franklin County, Article 2; Section 102 and Article 6; Section 101.  All voted “yes.”

Board discussed with Larry Walrod firework stands and the permitting of them and options for the sanitation department. 

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to accept a permanent easement from Velma L. Peine in Section 26, Township 17, Range 20 and accept a permanent easement from Glenn P. Adams in Section 23, Township 17, Range 20.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to accept the Annual Control Plan for Noxious Weed.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve an agreement with Kaw Valley Engineering for geotechnical services on Rock Creek Rd. east of Middle Creek Bridge.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve a payroll change 01-292 promotion of Corey Brenner with Noxious Weed.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to sign and approve an agreement with Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway Company to remove the existing crossing surface, install any crossties, ballast and install the new concrete crossing surface and the installation of railway-highway crossing signals, flashing light straight post type gates at the intersection of Sand Creek Road and the Company’s tracks approximately 2105 feet West of the Northeast Corner of Section 19, Township 16South, Range 20East in Franklin County.  All voted “yes.”

Open bids for corral fence on Rock Creek Rd. (Ferguson property) at 10:00.  One received.

Joseph Bauman       $6,273.00 with a rock clause of $55.00 per hour

Open bids for fence on John Brown Highway (Wright Property) at 10:05.  Two received.

Joseph Bauman       $1,735.00 with a rock clause of $55.00 per hour

Bowden Fence        $1,978.80 with a rock and wood post clause of $65.00 per hour

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the bids from Joseph Bauman for the Rock Creek Rd. fence and the John Brown Highway fence.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed a phone call he received from the Wellsville School District.  He said they are going to need major road improvements where they are building the new school.  Board said they didn’t feel the County is responsible to make improvements to the road and asked Ray to get back with the School District.

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve added escaped orders 1286-1289 in the amount of $105.20, abated order 1207 in the amount of $675.76 and refund order 574 in the amount of $337.88.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-47 appointing Steven Brown to the office of Franklin County Appraiser for the regular term beginning July 1, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-48 re-adopting the neighborhood revitalization program and add to the residential areas.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to include the applications from 1400 N. Sycamore, 736 N. Cherry, 809 Pecan, 105 E. 12^th and 113 N. Oak into the Neighborhood Revitalization Program.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the remodel work for Edward D. Jones & Co. in the Franklin County Annex.  All voted “yes.”

Sue McCay in with the Register of Deeds monthly report.

Darrell Wadkins in about removing planters at the District Court Building.  Board agreed.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the minutes for June 27, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting at 12:00 for lunch.

Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 1:30 with Chairman Waymire and Commissioners Carey, Stottlemire and Taylor present.

Board discussed the draft 2002 budget.

Judge Smith and John Steelman in about 2002 budget reduction handed down by the State.  Judge Smith stated that the 4^th District Court is required to save $9,508. 

Board discussed the draft 2002 budget.

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 4:05.

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                                        Clerk                                                                                                  Chairman

July 11, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:28 a.m.

Ethel Wallace in and discussed her second quarter report for Juvenile Detention.

Commissioner Fred E. Ferguson arrived at 8:35.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for ten minutes at 8:36 for personnel of non-elected with Board, Ethel Wallace, Shari Perry and John Dowell present.  All voted “yes.”  Chairman Waymire opened the meeting at 8:46 and reported no action taken, no decisions made. 

Lou Atherton in about Economic Development ad-valorem tax exemption for Stark Truss Co., Inc. and Wal-Mart.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-49 repealing Resolution No. 01-41 exempting Yoder Properties, Ltd. from ad valorem taxation for Economic Development purposes.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-50 exempting all personal property submitted with application from Stark Truss Company, Inc. from ad valorem taxation for a period of ten years between January 1, 2001 and December 31, 2010.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-51 exempting a 60’ X 360’ Butler Building used as a cross-dock and all tangible personal property submitted with application from Wal-Mart Stores East, Inc. from ad valorem taxation for a period of ten years between January 1, 2001 and December 31, 2010.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire signed a solicitation of bids for seeding of Rock Creek Road Project.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to sign and approve an agreement with Dennis Woolman to allow Franklin County to store lime on the Buildex property from the cleaning of the sediment ponds at the Ottawa City Water Treatment Plant.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to accept an easement from Russell L. Wallis and Susan E. Wallis for property located in Section 27, Township 17, Range 20.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to hold a public hearing to vacate one mile of road east of Texas on Ellis Rd.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes for July 9, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Shari Perry, County Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 01-52.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-52 authorizing Franklin County to make improvements to public buildings and authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or notes of the county in an amount not to exceed $233,780 to pay the cost of computer hardware.  All voted “yes.”

Shari Perry, County Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 01-53.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-53 authorizing Franklin County to acquire certain computer software and authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or notes of the county in an amount not to exceed $194,600 to pay for such costs.  All voted “yes.”

Shari Perry, County Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 01-54.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commission Carey seconded to approve Resolution No. 01-54 authorizing the issuance and delivery of $428,380 principal amount of general obligation temporary notes, series 2001, of Franklin County, for the purpose of temporarily financing the cost of certain computer hardware and software and prescribing the terms and details of the notes.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire opened a public hearing at 10:00 to consider an annexation request for the City of Ottawa for lands not adjoining the city.  With property described as follows: 

1.        The SE1/4 of Section 25 and the N1/2 of the NE ¼ of Section 36, Township 17, Range 19, containing 240 acres.

2.        The SE1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 25, Township 17South, Range 19East of the 6^th P.M. containing 40 acres, more or less.

3.        SWFR1/4 of Section 30, Township 17, Range 20, containing 161.40 acres, more or less.

(Including a section of Montana Road that divides the parcels.)

Bob Bezek and Scott Lambers both representatives from the City of Ottawa stated they were in favor of the annexation.

Larry Walrod, Franklin County Planning Director said that the property would be zoned R-1 and that overlay zones and vertical clearance zones required by the Federal Aviation Administration, still needs to be established.

Scott Lambers said that the City plans to place signs around the airport property that it is City owned property.

No one else was present with comment.

Chairman Waymire closed the public hearing at 10:08.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the annexation of property owned by the City of Ottawa known as the Ottawa Airport.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to sign a contract for services between the Board of County Commissioners of Franklin County and the Board of Education of Central Heights Unified School District 288 to continue to assign a Deputy Sheriff to the Central Heights school district during each regular academic year and said Deputy shall be considered a School Resource Officer during the time of such assignment.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the write-offs for the month of June 2001 for the Ambulance Department in the amount of $26,992.95.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved the meeting at 11:52 to the basement of the Jail for the monthly department head luncheon.  Attending the luncheon was: Don Waymire, Don Stottlemire, Ed Taylor, Raymond Carey, Fred Ferguson, Ted McCurdy, Doug George, Craig Davis, Shari Perry, Juanita Zeek, Sue McCay, Kevin Jones, Ray DeJulio, Larry Walrod, Bob Thompson, Kurt Layton, Steve Brown, Ethel Wallace and Jeff Gulley.

Board back in chambers at 12:50.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to publish a notice of budget hearing to be held on August 8, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the Franklin County Annex 1418 S. Main to hear and answer objections relating to the proposed 2002 budget.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire left at 1:15.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into an executive session for twenty-five minutes at 1:25 for attorney client privileges with Board and John Dowell present.  All voted “yes.”  Vice Chairman Taylor opened the meeting at 1:50 and reported no action taken, no decisions made.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to sign a contract between The Kansas Department of Health and Environment and Franklin County for corrective action at Franklin County Illegal Dump #1 with an estimated cost of $9,375 not to exceed $10,000.  All voted “yes.”

Claude and Leo Ferguson in about an agreement with Franklin County dated back in 1997 regarding being out of county trash to the Franklin County Transfer Station.  They want to still receive a $2.00 per ton discount on any trash over 70 tons that they bring to the Transfer Station.  Board agreed to still honor the discount.

Barbara Conus in per Boards request about 2002 budget for the Health Department and about the Health Department being closed this morning.  Barbara said that part of the department was taking CPR training.  Board told her to work out some other arrangements and not close the department.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-293 hiring Donald Sellens to the Public Works Department effective July 16, 2001.  All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned at 2:55.

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                                Clerk                                                                                                       Chairman

July 16, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:26 a.m.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve 3% merit payroll changes as follows:

01-1277    Billye Berger                                                           01-282     Kraig Kirchner

01-1278    Courtney McCoy                                                   01-283     Mike Medina

01-1279    Vicky Eckard                                                          01-284     JoAnn Heins

01-1280    Dan Eigsti                                                               01-285     Julie Roehl

01-1281    Wendy Jenkins                                                       01-286     Susan Radcliffe

All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve the Conditional Violators Grant application and Juvenile Community Service Work Grant application.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes from the July 11, 2001 meeting.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve added-abated orders in the amount of $2,153.66 and refund order in the amount of $54.72.  All voted “yes.”

Fred Hornbaker was in to discuss concerns regarding septic inspections.

Kenton Granger was in to discuss correcting the minutes from March 5, 1975.  The Planning Director and the County Attorney will further discuss the matter with Mr. Granger and get back to the Board.

Don McMican was in with architect plans of window project.

Ray DeJulio discussed street proposals in Wellsville going to the new school.  Public hearing for road closing of Ellis Road between Texas and Utah Roads set for August 1, 2001 at 10:15 a.m.  Also discussed locates and daily road work.

Lunch at 11:53 a.m.  Back in chambers at 12:55 p.m.

Douglas Morgan was in to discuss mowing at Florida and Reno Roads.

Dick Heisler with Cook-Flatt & Strobel discussed bridge inspections in the county.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to have the County Attorney write a letter to the state asking for abatement of payments for Heartland China through the end of 2001.  All voted “yes.”

Lou Atherton discussed Chamber membership with the Board.

With no further discussion the meeting closed at 2:18.

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                                                Clerk                                                                                       Chairman

July 18, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Vice-Chairman Taylor at 8:28 a.m.

Craig Davis was in with the CTEC Criminal Justice Program Contract for USD 290.  He will be presenting it to the School Board at their next meeting.

Mayor Charles Gilky, of Williamsburg, was in to discuss rumors he had been hearing regarding the chip and seal of California Road.  Commissioners and Ray DeJulio told him they were unaware of any plans for that road at this time.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes from the July 16, 2001 meeting.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire arrived at 8:55.

Larry Felix gave monthly report on Ransom Memorial Hospital.

Don McMican, consultant, and Jim Schaid, architect, for the window restoration project were in to discuss the specification for the bid process and any concerns that need to be addressed.

Moved meeting to the Jail basement at 12:00 p.m. for the monthly County-City-School joint luncheon.  Those present were Don Waymire, Ed Taylor, Raymond Carey, Fred Ferguson, Don Stottlemire, John Coen, Gene Ramsey, Charles Gillette, Tony Keim, Darrin Peschka, Karen McAdoo, Deb Henningsen, Bill Allegre, Raquel Fleer-Husted, Scott Bird, Jeanette Lowry, Rex Cummings, Jan Collins, Don McMican, Jim Schaid, Malea Lutz and Scott Lambers. 

Discussed budget concerns, Old 50 bridge, restoration projects, teacher negotiations.

Back in chambers at 1:07 p.m. to further discuss window project with Don McMican and Jim Schaid.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the additional professional engineering

services agreement for Don McMican.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve Resolution 01-55 annexing the airport by the City of Ottawa.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to approve payroll changes for Juvenile Intake as follows:

01-294       Ethel Wallace                                                          01-299     Deborah Gates

01-295       Ken Halliburton                                                      01-300     Marlas Christian

01-296       Michael Kirby                                                        01-301     Amanda Stratton

01-297       Joey Erdman                                                           01-302     Michele Hatfield

01-298       Carol Mast

All voted “yes.”

With no further discussion the meeting was closed at 2:40p.m.

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                                                Clerk                                                                                       Chairman

July 23, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:25 a.m.

Juanita Zeek and Debbie Hough were in to discuss hiring Janell Pine as an office clerk.

Juanita discussed purchasing a remanufactured printer for their office and also talked about the status of the upcoming tax sale.

Darrell Wadkins was in again to discuss the sidewalks and safety issues of the Courts Building.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into executive session for personnel of non-elect for five (5) minutes with Darrell Wadkins and the Board present at 8:57.  All voted “yes.”  Reopened at 9:04 reporting no action taken no decisions made.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to send the Bill Smith application back to the Planning Commission for the August meeting.  All voted “yes.”

Jim and Myla Hogan were in stating their concerns regarding the Bill Smith property.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes from the July 18, 2001 Commission meeting.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to go into executive session with the Board, Larry Walrod and Malea Lutz present to discuss personnel of non-elected for 15 minutes at 9:35.  All voted “yes.”  Reopened at 9:44 reporting no action no decisions made.

Ray DeJulio and Scot Hamlin were in to discuss the progress on Rock Creek Road and at what stage it is in.

Ray also reported on the bridge at LeLoup and Koch’s plan for Vermont Road.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-303 Johnathan Milton discharge.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Ferguson reported on a request for a stop sign, at the intersection of Stafford and Nebraska Roads, he had received.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve contract for Brenda Platt with the rape prevention grant.  All voted “yes.”

Joyce Wasmund called at 10:20 to request the Board to discuss a possible burn ban and disaster proclamation for the county.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to go into executive session for personnel of non-elect for seven (7) minutes with Kevin Jones and Board present at 10:33.  All voted “yes.”  Reopened at 10:40 reporting no action taken no decision made.

With no further discussion the meeting was closed at 11:00.

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                                                Clerk                                                                              Commissioner

July 25, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Fred E. Ferguson, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:27 a.m.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve payroll change 01-305 Janell Pine-new hire, Treasurers’ office clerk, upon approval of Personnel Officer.  All voted “yes.”

Commission talked to Darrell Wadkins about locking-up of the Courthouse and other general maintenance issues.

Phyllis Perry, with CASA, was in to accept the office space that was offered and they anticipate being in by October or November.  She stated that they had received $20,000, matching funds, from the Jones Foundation Grant and also some other grant funds.

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to go into executive session for attorney-client with Board and John Dowell present at 9:20 for 10 minutes.  All voted “yes.”  Reopened at 9:30 reporting no action taken no decisions made.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the minutes from the July 23, 2001 meeting.  All voted “yes.”

Board agreed that those employees, without approved leave, that did not attend the EAP training on July 12, 2001 will have written reprimands put in their personnel file.

Open bids at 10:00 for financing of $100,000 for 953C Caterpillar Track Loader

                                                                                Interest Rate                           Fees                        Total

                Kansas State Bank                                       5.441                                     No                      5,249.72

                Commercial Federal                                     4.60                                    106.00                   4,611.30

                Teambank                                                    5.00                                    105.00                   5,001.67

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the low bid from Commercial Federal Bank.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Stottlemire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to accept an easement from Erik Luis Schlegel, Trust, in Sec.27 Twp.17 Rng.20.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve payroll change 01-304-Calvin Shaffer, transfer from Noxious Weed to Public Works.  All voted “yes.”

Ray DeJulio discussed the CHIP Fund estimated budget.

Brenda Boldra and Forrest Lowry were in on behalf of Franklin County Daycare to discuss Crestview.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to extend the Daycare’s deadline to on or before October 1, 2001, to let the Board know if they will be able to purchase Crestview.  All voted “yes.”

Kevin Jones was in to discuss the generator at the Annex.  He has called Attema Marketing, Inc. to apprise them of the situation and problems we have had.

Chairman Waymire closed the meeting for lunch at 11:37.

Reopened at 1:25 to interview Environmental Health Sanitarian candidate – Scott Shields.

John Dowell was in to update Board on Lohman case.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Ferguson seconded to approve the lease agreement with SES Communications for use of their tower for the Ambulance Department at an annual amount of $900.  All voted “yes.” 

With no further discussion the meeting was closed at 3:00.

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                                                Clerk                                                                                       Chairman

July 30, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:30 a.m.

Todd Burroughs, with Taylor Surveying, presented the Board with the topographic survey of the Courthouse Complex.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the FY 2002 budget for Community Corrections.  All voted “yes.”

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve the contract for Cody Miller for the Conditional Violators Grant.  All voted “yes.”

Steve Brown was in to update the Board on the CAMA pilot project and let them know the state would be down the first and second of August to do some training.

Ray DeJulio was in to discuss the bridge at Louisiana & Pawnee Roads.  Also discussed stop signs at Stafford Road and Nebraska Terrace.  Board asked him to discuss stop signs with Craig Davis.

Ray presented drawing of Thomas Road at Wellsville and discussed possibilities regarding new school entrance.

Chairman Waymire moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes from the July 25, 2001 meeting.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve payroll change 01-306 Michele Hatfield, full time.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Taylor seconded to approve Resolution 01-56, amending Resolution 01-51, regarding the Wal-Mart exemption.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve Resolution 01-57, amending Resolution 01-50, regarding the Stark Truss exemption.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to go into executive session for personnel of non- elected at 10:23 for 22 minutes with Board present.  All voted “yes.”  Reopened at 10:45 reporting no action taken no decisions made.

Kevin Jones in to discuss generator status.  Also discussed data link service proposals.

With no further discussion meeting was adjourned at 12:00.

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                                                Clerk                                                                                  Chairman

August 1, 2001

BOARD OF FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

The Board of Commissioners met in a regular session with Chairman Donald E. Waymire, Commissioners Raymond R. Carey, Donald R. Stottlemire and John E. Taylor present.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Waymire at 8:27 a.m.

Craig Davis was in regarding certain reprimands placed in personnel files due to not attending EAP training.

Larry Walrod also discussed reason employee did not attend EAP training.

Board will try to have an additional session set up for those employees that did not attend the original training sessions.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve contract, for commitment of county funds, with the state in the amount of $57,010.63 for bridge at LeLoup.  All voted “yes.”

Commissioner Carey moved and Chairman Waymire seconded to adopt Resolution 01-58, placing stop signs at the intersection of Nebraska Terrace and Stafford Road.  All voted “yes.”

It was agreed, by Board and Ray DeJulio, to replace the 36” culvert, at the low water crossing, on Iowa Terrace.

Forrest Lowry and Steven VanOstran, representing Franklin County Daycare, were in requesting that the Board lower their selling price for Crestview, which would allow the daycare a better chance to get their grant.

Board will discuss the matter with the County Attorney.

Commissioner Carey moved and Commissioner Stottlemire seconded to approve a transfer of $200.00 from Road & Bridge fund 102 to GF CHIP line item to correct March 15, 2001 payment to Engineering Services.  All voted “yes.”

Juanita Zeek and Debbie Hough agreed to lock up the courthouse in the evenings so Darrell would not have to come back in to do it.

Bob Thompson was in to discuss reprimands regarding EAP training.  Commission told him what had been discussed earlier.

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to approve the minutes from the July 30, 2001 meeting.  All voted “yes.”

At 10:00 the bids for seeding Rock Creek Road were opened.  One bid was received.

                Tauy Creek Sheep Farm         $7,540.00

Commissioner Taylor moved and Commissioner Carey seconded to accept the bid from Tauy Creek Sheep Farms with final contract for square footage of actual seeding.  All voted “yes.”