Board of Harvey County Commissioners Regular Session Minutes
The board conducted the canvass of the Primary Election, including the review and certification of provisional ballots and final results. Discussions included reports on county fair engagement and constituent feedback on estimated taxes, adjustments to the commission calendar, and public comments regarding a community event and previous proclamation decisions. The board reviewed department reports from the County Attorney and County Clerk, and approved warrant checks. Business items included the approval of a conditional use permit for a short-term rental property, authorization for contract negotiations for detention center food services, a presentation on City of Newton Reinvestment Housing Improvement District plans, and the receipt of the second-quarter financial report.
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The board agenda included various departmental reports and administrative items. Key topics involved a presentation from 4-H Ambassadors, recommendations for an appointment to the Harvey County Parks Advisory Board, and consideration of a proclamation recognizing August as World Breastfeeding Awareness Month. The commissioners also reviewed a proposed Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for the City of Sedgwick, discussed the receipt of Request for Proposal responses for the Detention Center Food Program, and evaluated a conditional use permit for a short-term rental property.
May 27, 2026·Board meeting
Harvey County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting Minutes
The Board conducted 2027 budget hearings involving multiple county departments and external organizations. Key discussions focused on reviewing capital improvement program requests, operational budget proposals, and equipment replacement plans for departments such as the Register of Deeds, 911 Communications, Emergency Management, and the Health Department. The Board also evaluated appropriation requests from various community organizations including the Harvey County Historical Society, Newton Saddle Club, and Caring Hands Humane Society, while addressing staffing levels and financial requirements to sustain essential county operations.
May 26, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Commissioners of Harvey County Regular Meeting
The Board discussed several items including the approval of a conditional use permit for a new communications tower, the status of Neighborhood Revitalization Programs, and budget hearing schedules. Departmental reports covered severe weather activity and drought conditions. The Board also approved warrant checks and tabled an interlocal agreement discussion with the City of Hesston until further information is presented.
