Stephanie Bedell

The Woodson County Neighborhood Revitalization Plan aims to stimulate new construction, rehabilitation, conservation, and redevelopment to protect public health, safety, and welfare by offering tax rebates. It outlines eligibility criteria for residential, commercial, and industrial properties, including minimum investment requirements, completion timelines, and adherence to non-discrimination policies. The plan details the application procedure, tax rebate percentages, and conditions for maintaining eligibility, emphasizing the importance of timely tax payments and compliance with county regulations.

The board meeting involved discussions on various topics, including a proposal for geotechnical engineering services for bridge replacement, replacement of storm siren batteries, a new hire, weekly sheriff's activity statistics, and repairs to a damaged switch in the sheriff's office. The EMS director addressed concerns about her work visibility. Discussions also included staffing levels for paramedics, a new EMT hire, bids for courthouse light pole rewiring, a new fire alarm system installation, flat roof work, a decision against signing a letter of support for a transit district due to lack of services, the ending of a burn ban, and approval of a neighborhood revitalization application.

The board discussed legal action against a citizen who was disorderly towards a county employee. Road and Bridge updates included the completion of a bridge on Xylan Road and the receipt of an EMPG grant. Sheriff McCullough presented weekly activity statistics. A wage sheet for Dennis Mullane was approved. The board accepted a holiday schedule for the Solid Waste Department. KDOT representatives provided updates on paving projects. A bid from Advantage Computers for District Court remodeling was approved, along with a quote for phone wiring from Kansas Communication Services. Boren's Roofing answered questions about a quote. A resolution was passed to allow the sharing of paid time off among county employees. Vouchers totaling $6,223.21 were approved for payment.

The board meeting involved discussions on a bomb threat handled by the Sheriff's Office, an upcoming road project, and employee job performance (during executive sessions). Quotes for courthouse repairs were presented, but no decisions were made regarding a new phone system for the courthouse or the repairs themselves. Vouchers totaling \$57,264.55 were approved for payment.

The board meeting involved discussions on legal liability, employee job performance, road improvements, solid waste department inspection results, and the cleanup of littered tires. A wage sheet was reviewed, and decisions were made regarding attendance at county meetings and KCHA dues. An employee was promoted, and a commemorative plaque was approved. A permit fee was rescinded, and the board agreed to pour a base for a sign. The board proclaimed April as Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Awareness Month. A drainage issue was addressed, and a social media event involving a county employee was discussed. A settlement amount was approved for unpaid wages, and the board noted that a refund check would not be received from Blue Cross Blue Shield. Several employees were placed on administrative leave pending investigation. Finally, vouchers were approved for payment.