Angie Cloyd

The commission reviewed and addressed various items, including Ordinance 1818 to rezone property from R-1 to R-2 and Resolution 2026-07 regarding the assessment of third-party electronic payment fees. Discussions were held on an airport terminal restaurant lease, a proposal for a land swap with the county involving the Wolak building, and reports on various city facility projects and street surveys. The commission also reviewed department reports from the City Manager, city commissioners, and the mayor.

The commission agenda focuses on a leadership transition including the election of a Mayor and Vice Mayor, oaths of office, and recognition of outgoing commissioners. Key discussion items include an amendment to the municipal code concerning work-without-permit penalties, a lease extension for the Welcome Center, and a discussion regarding the transfer of property to USD352. Additional administrative items include staff reports from the City Manager, building permits, police department grant submissions, and legal information regarding the Open Meetings Act.

The commission reviewed multiple items, including updates on a tourism initiative, an environmental code enforcement matter for 517 Sherman Avenue, and the transfer of property at 321 Broadway to USD352 for housing purposes. Formal actions included the approval of a warranty deed for Sherman County, a lease agreement for an office at the airport terminal, power system upgrades, the purchase of a police vehicle, and municipal judge services. Additionally, the commission discussed property management updates, city facilities tours, and received training on the Kansas Open Meetings Act.

The commission agenda included several formal actions, such as the approval of the Airport Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2027, an engineering design services contract for the SRE building, and a cooperative agreement with the KYLE Railroad to facilitate a BUILD grant application. Additionally, the commission reviewed a Master Service Agreement for engineering services with KMEA MidStates, a contract for a Municipal Judge, and a purchase agreement for lots in the industrial park. Discussion items included a property transfer for USD 352, while the City Manager and City Attorney provided reports, including updates on the Open Meetings Act.

The Commission discussed several business items, including the renewal of the cemetery caretaker contract and property insurance renewal. Action was taken on the Airport Terminal restaurant lease, and an update was provided on the 621 W. 17th St. property. Additionally, the Commission reviewed various reports from the City Manager regarding police activity, building official reports, and airport terminal projects. A public hearing was scheduled regarding the abatement of environmental code violations at 517 Sherman Avenue.