City of Haven

The meeting included discussions on League Registration Policy and Coach/Event Sponsor Compliance Policy, and approval of the MOU between the city and USD 312. Resolution 446 for the BYOB event for Fall Fest was approved, along with a fireworks permit. The council discussed giving away a free lot and combining lots at Wildcat Landing, and decided to table the decision on 2 lots until the November meeting. The council approved the quote for electrical tree trimming line for $30,000. The city is planning to change the city domain name to .gov. The council approved hiring Emma Shepard as Part Time Police Office. Council also discussed replacing flags downtown and reviewing the full-time police officer posting.

The meeting included a presentation from the Hutchinson Community Foundation regarding the Community Confidence Survey. The council discussed options for paying off a bond. The Public Works Department addressed a power issue and fixed a pothole. The Police Department followed up on traffic complaints, and INA Alert is installing cameras around the city. The council also held a Revenue Neutral Rate hearing and a City Budget hearing, adopting Resolution 445 and the City of Haven 2026 budget.

The meeting included discussions on the Park Board budget and bids for pool and Community Building parking lot paving. A resolution for a Common Consumption Area was presented and approved. A proclamation for Public Power Works Week was presented and approved. The council was informed that a house on Sedgwick has completed all requested repairs. The Floodplain Map Letter was discussed, and the City will submit a suggestion for modification. An ordinance regarding code enforcement responsibilities was presented and approved. The proposed 2026 Budget was presented for review. The Booster Club's request for gift certificates for Spirit Night was approved. Updates were given on finalizing the budget, new computers, and attendance at meetings regarding CMB licenses and the Floodplain.

The meeting included a library budget presentation, a recreation budget presentation, and an EDC chairperson update. The council discussed a rental property issue and the possibility of a landlord license. They also discussed the County's RNR and a cell phone tower to be placed inside the ETJ of Haven. Updates were given regarding TimeClockPlus and Edmunds GovTech. The council approved an invoice from Marion for pole replacement and a quote from Subsurface Solutions for leak detection equipment. Storm-related electrical issues were discussed, and Public Works assistance to Andale was mentioned. The council also discussed cameras in the city, the Fourth of July, and the Code Enforcement position. The council entered into an executive session to discuss attorney-client privilege and personnel matters. Council concerns included adjusting position descriptions and the chain of command, and the Tree Board's list of trees to be trimmed.

The council discussed and approved the Loyd Group Audit. A request to allow a food truck on June 14 was approved. The Chamber Fireworks Sale Permit was presented and approved contingent upon providing the COI. The EDC Director provided updates and requested approval for gift certificates as door prizes. The council discussed food trucks and their effects on local businesses, tabling the subject until September. The purchase of a digital sign for the Recreation Building was approved. Quotes for Edmunds GovTech software and Time Clock Plus were approved. A quote for a counter in City Hall was tabled for more quotes. Public Works provided updates on the pool, a truck inspection, water leaks, rain drainage, mosquito control, and the Fitness Center. The Police Department presented a quote from INA Alert, a quote for a Glock 45, discussed the creation of a Code Enforcement position, and presented the Jayhawk Court Software yearly subscription for approval. General updates were given. The council moved into executive session to discuss personnel matters.