Scott Howard

The meeting agenda includes a public workshop, a public comment session, and commissioner comments. New business items feature the recognition of state wrestling champions, the opening of 2026 oil bids by the Road and Bridge department, a discussion regarding Board of County Commission land options by the County Appraiser, and a lunch meeting to discuss EMS services. The meeting will also include time for executive sessions.

The Atchison County Commission meeting included discussions on a moderate-income housing grant for Pomeroy Development, the appointment of a new member to the Area Agency on Aging Board, and a request for payment from the sports complex. There was also a review of the Memorial Hall Lease Agreement, chute repairs, and the format of the RNR Hearing. The commission also discussed sharing budget worksheets with the public prior to the RNR hearing.

The Atchison County Commission Board meeting included discussions on road and bridge maintenance, County Lake funds and property use agreements. The meeting involved reading certificates of recognition to the Maur Hill Mount Academy Mock Trial Team, consideration of purchase orders, and an ARPA expense tracking summary presentation. There were discussions on a new website launch, the Main Street Program, and a budget request from the Juneteenth Committee. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a County Lake discussion with public concerns regarding its potential sale, maintenance, and future use. The board also discussed county clean-up efforts, farm lease agreements, and Memorial Hall management. Budget workshops covered Register of Deeds and EMS budgets, County Lake expenditures, and nuisance properties.

The Atchison County Commission Board met to discuss several key issues. These included payroll status forms for the county attorney and clerk, adjustments for a 3% COLA for all department heads, elected officials, and employees for the 2025 budget year. They also discussed Resolution 2013-1361 regarding operations during periods of inclement weather and purchase order approvals for KCAMP and KWORCC premiums. The board reviewed bids for the Ottawa Road Culvert Phase 1 project and discussed disaster relief applications, specifically for a property destroyed by fire. Additionally, they covered the EMS Commission Report, court-appointed attorney contracts, and the upcoming tax sale.

The meeting included discussions and decisions on several key areas. Brian Vesser expressed interest in the Sports Complex discussion. The agenda was approved with adjustments. The NEK Multi County Health Department Advisory Board saw the appointment of Dr. Norma Green and Stevie Durkin. The commissioners reviewed a rough draft for the County Lake One Pager and discussed options for the sale of tax parcels to the City Land Bank. Department head updates included the NEK Environmental Services annual report, an evaluation of County Lake value, needs at the Sports Complex, repairs for the Emergency Operation Center's leaking roof, transcription services, and bond payments. An executive session was held to discuss personal matters of non-elected personnel.