The meeting agenda covers a variety of administrative and operational reports. Key discussion topics include the review and consideration of the Harvey County Transportation Title VI documents, payment approval for Community Crisis Response Team services at Waymakers Academy, and the appointment of voting delegates for the Kansas Association of Counties Annual Conference. Additionally, the Board will consider several resolutions, including a GAAP waiver, fund transfers, and the designation of public holidays for 2027. The agenda also includes a financial report for the third quarter and various departmental updates from the Sheriff's office and the Road and Bridge department.
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The board discussed various county business items, including the Harvey County sales and use tax distribution, the Drug-Free Youth newsletter, and department updates such as the Road & Bridge weekly report and Sheriff's office statistics. Key action items included the approval of warrant checks, the potential purchase of a fingerprint machine for the detention center, and the presentation of the 2025 financial audit. The board also considered a request for courthouse usage for Teen Court, a resolution for Historical Society appropriations, and the adoption of the 2027 county budget.
Sep 8, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Commissioners Minutes
The Board of Commissioners reviewed reports from the Sheriff's office regarding crime statistics, detention center population, and staff capacity. The County Attorney discussed the importance of retaining a prosecutor position for the 2027 budget. The Board approved warrant checks and the purchase of a new fingerprinting system for the detention center. Additionally, the Commissioners received the 2025 financial audit results, authorized the use of the courthouse for a reestablished Teen Court program, adopted a resolution regarding the maximum levy for historical records, and approved the 2027 Harvey County Budget.
Aug 11, 2026·Board meeting
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.
