John Bulluck

The proceedings included significant updates and approvals across various county matters. Discussions regarding the Courthouse HVAC project involved addressing concerns from the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) about stairway removal and door orientation; SHPO later approved the full scope of work. Building and Grounds updates covered issues with the Justice Center HVAC units, including a fan motor failure and a broken actuator necessitating the relocation of court cases, and the resignation of a maintenance employee. The Commission approved the purchase of a LINEV BagVision Scanner for the Justice Center and authorized the Presiding Commissioner to sign a coordination template letter for broadband development. For the Business 13 Highway Rehabilitation, the Commission awarded the contract to Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. Operational matters included discussions on Road and Bridge staffing, temporary storage solutions, and plans for road maintenance, including an update to the gravel reimbursement rate, which was increased to $2,000.00 per mile for 2025. Furthermore, the Commission rejected the 2024 bid for the Detention Center -- Roof Insulation Replacement and decided to re-advertise the bid with an adjusted scope. Key financial actions included the approval of $200,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund for the Recovery Court, and approvals for the 2024 tax abatements and additions. The Commission also signed a Letter of Support for the Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport Runway Expansion and agreed to apply for Phase 1 and Phase 2 Brownfield Assessments for the 135 W. Market Street property, with future plans for demolition. Finally, the Commission approved a request from Bikers Against Child Abuse to place pinwheels on the Courthouse lawn.

The proceedings covered multiple days in October 2025. Key financial actions included approving September 2025 fee receipts and monthly reports, as well as accounts payable totaling over $800,000 on the first day, and over $477,000 on the fourth day. Major actions involved approving various invoices and change orders, notably for Bridge 2870004 and a significant change order for the Business 13 Highway Rehabilitation. Significant investment decisions were made on October 6th, authorizing the investment of $6 million from Sheriff/Jail Funds and $6 million from the Road Paving Use Tax Fund into Certificates of Deposit (CDs) across multiple banks, with subsequent necessary adjustments to the CD terms noted on October 9th and 16th. The Commission also addressed personnel matters, including recommending an increase to the base county employee wage scale. Discussions covered road and bridge matters, including future hard surface projects and addressing drainage issues. Further updates included a proclamation recognizing National 4-H Week, approval of a Right of Way application for Spectrum Communications, review of property and casualty insurance rates, and updates on the Justice Center HVAC and Courthouse HVAC projects.

The proceedings covered multiple days in July 2025. Key discussions included amending Township numbers on previous minutes related to Lingo City Road closing proceedings, and approving the Republic Services agreement for solid waste removal services. Financial reports for fees received by the Recorder of Deeds and County Clerk in June 2025 were approved. Extensive discussions were held with MoDOT regarding various road and bridge projects in Johnson County, including updates on 23 Hwy, 50 Highway J-Turns, Clear Fork Creek Bridge Rehabilitation, and Blackwater Creek Bridge Rehab. County projects discussed involved relocating the NW 900th Road and OO Highway intersection, and reviewing denial of a traffic light request at Highway 50 and Highway 23. Several liquor licenses for the upcoming year were approved across multiple categories, including retail, resort, and original package sales. Updates were received from Johnson County Community Health Services and the University of Missouri Extension, including a presentation by a 4-H member. A Memorandum of Understanding for Emergency Management Services to the City of Leeton was approved, along with participation in two MoDOT Highway Safety Program grants for Impaired Driving Enforcement and Hazardous Moving Violations. The Commission addressed the status of forfeited real and personal property dating back to the early 1990s. Building and Grounds staff pay increases were authorized following work moving courthouse offices to the Reese School building, and subsequent maintenance and security upgrade discussions for the Reese School and Justice Center took place. Several bridge invoices were approved, including Project Invoice 15 for Bridge 2870004. Discussions continued regarding road surface issues on NW 1601st Road and NW 150th Road, and a request for a driveway application on privately maintained SE 230th Road was reviewed. Updates were provided on the Courthouse HVAC project, including declining Alternate #2 and awaiting SHPO approval for Alternate #3. The Commission also finalized payments for the HVAC project to be drawn from a dedicated fund. The Emergency Management Agency provided an update on first responders' mental health resources, COVID-19 cases, and warning systems, including a quote for siren inspection. Mike Schrage was appointed to the Pioneer Trails Regional Planning Commission - Transportation Advisory Council. Finally, updates were provided by Warrensburg Main Street regarding the Farmer's Market relocation, 122 Hout Street abatement, and grant applications.

The proceedings covered various administrative and operational items across multiple days in August 2025. Key discussions included the approval of July 2025 fees received by the Recorder of Deeds and County Clerk, and the approval of a $119,468.00 payment to Straub Construction Co., Inc. for Courthouse HVAC project work, despite pending Certified Payroll documentation. The Commission reviewed a request from the Green Acres Homeowners Association for installing asphalt speed humps, ultimately agreeing to the installation provided the HOA covers all costs, maintenance, and repairs related to the humps. Updates from Warrensburg Main Street detailed successful farmer's market attendance and logistics for the upcoming Burg Fest event. The Commission also discussed Right of Way permit close-out procedures with Sunrise Communications and Spectrum Mid-America, focusing on unacceptable culvert damage and required installation depths for cable runs. Road and Bridge updates involved agreeing not to buy back a totaled trailer, addressing dirt requests for the Fairgrounds, and reviewing potential unionization impacts on staffing and work rules. Additionally, the Commission discussed MoDOT projects in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, approved personnel and payroll transfers, addressed concerns about road maintenance and potential paving projects, and reviewed a comparative public health report from Johnson County Community Health Services. A significant portion of the time was dedicated to the Courthouse HVAC project, where the Commission approved an additional $25,888 for ceiling paint abatement and discussed future logistics like elevator and flooring options. Finally, the Commission reviewed and acted upon numerous Senior Real Estate Tax Credit applications for 2025, approving many and denying others based on ordinance criteria. Investment renewals for General Revenue funds were also approved.

Key discussions and actions included receiving and reviewing the 2026 Budget Request from the Judge, approving fees received by the Recorder of Deeds and the monthly report from the County Clerk for August 2025. Updates were provided regarding a malfunctioning HVAC unit at the Justice Center. The Commission approved the purchase and installation of an exterior shed for storage at 301 W. Market St. and the purchase and installation of secure steel doors for the Justice Center staff entrance. Significant time was dedicated to discussing funding commitments and reimbursement requests for Bridge 1740004 (NE 500th Road over Walnut Creek Branch). Updates on MoDOT road and bridge projects included discussions regarding Powell Gardens entrance modifications and safety concerns on NW 650th Road, leading to defined next steps for MoDOT and the County Road & Bridge department. The Commission also approved a payroll transfer for County Officials and employees for a specified period in August 2025. The Johnson County Community Health Services provided an update, noting minimal influenza and COVID-19 activity and inquiring about standard procedures for Sunshine Law requests. Regarding Courthouse construction, the Commission approved an additional $25,888 for lead-based paint lockdown during demolition and made decisions regarding concrete/sidewalk placement, IT room layout, and commission desk arrangements. The Commission held a public hearing to set the property tax levies for County General Revenue, Road and Bridge, and the Developmental Disabilities Board, which resulted in setting specific levy rates after accounting for Hancock Amendment rollbacks. Further topics included accepting specific roads in the South Fork Subdivision as hard-surfaced county roads, receiving tax distribution summaries, approving a MowerMax Prime Mower and accessories purchase for the Road and Bridge Department, and approving an Agreement for Detention Services with Kansas City, Missouri for housing inmates.