The commission reviewed monthly departmental reports and approved consent agenda items A through G. The meeting featured a presentation regarding the Moderate Income Housing grant application for the Victory Village on East 22nd development. Discussion topics included the project's design, the proposed capital stack, and the developer's strategy for long-term ownership and property management to support community economic growth.
Oct 20, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Board of Ellis County Commissioners Regular Meeting
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The Board discussed several operational and financial matters, including a review of monthly departmental reports and the approval of the Moderate-Income Housing grant application and associated resolution for a development project in Hays. The Sheriff provided an update regarding the COPS grant award for in-car and body-worn camera replacements. Additionally, the Board reviewed Right of Way recommendations for Township 11, approved the destruction of 2024 election ballots, appointed a new member to the Care Council, and selected voting delegates for upcoming association meetings. The meeting also included discussions on Access Transportation funding needs.
Oct 13, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Board of Ellis County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board discussed several administrative and community items, including an update from the Victoria Community Coalition regarding a fee waiver request and consideration of county support for a Moderate Income Housing grant application. The commission also addressed the acquisition of necessary right-of-way and temporary construction easements for bridge infrastructure projects, approved the destruction of previous election ballots, appointed a new member to the Care Council, and selected voting delegates for upcoming annual association meetings.
Oct 13, 2026·Board meeting
Ellis County Commission Commission Meeting
The commission reviewed and approved a consent agenda. The meeting included an update from the Victoria Community Coalition regarding demolition progress and waste disposal requirements for their building project. The commission also considered a request for support in applying for a Kansas Moderate Income Housing grant, intended to facilitate the development of new multi-family apartment units in the area. A public comment session was held during the proceedings.
