BOARD OF BARTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Canvass
Monday, August 13, 2018 8:30 a.m. Until Close
-The County Commission will meet as the Board of County Canvassers on Monday, August 13, 2018, at 8:30 a.m. in the Office of the County Clerk. At that time, they will canvass ballots from the August 7, 2018, Primary Election.
Agenda Meeting
Monday, August 13, 2018 – 9:00 a.m. or Immediately Following the Canvass Until Close
I. OPENING BUSINESS:
A. Call Meeting to Order.
B. Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
C. Consider Approval of the Agenda.
D. Consider Minutes of the August 6, 2018, Regular Meeting.
E. Any citizen wishing to make statements during the discussion of any item must first be recognized by the Commission Chair. After being recognized, that person should state their name and the name of any organization represented. Statements should be limited to five minutes.
F. Cell phones and other electronic devices, other than those used by the media and law enforcement, should be shut off.
II. OLD BUSINESS – Items tabled, or scheduled, from previous Commission Meetings, will be heard at this time.
-There is no Old Business at this time.
III. NEW BUSINESS – All new business to be considered by the Commission will be heard at this time.
A. EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION AWARD: Bev Schmeidler, Susan Johnson and Paige Volkel:
-The Employee Relations Committee (ERC) recommends outstanding individuals for the “Employees Recognition Award”. At this time, the Commission will be asked to recognize Bev Schmeidler, Susan Johnson and Paige Volkel. They were nominated for their efforts in developing and providing tours during the Courthouse Centennial celebration. Diana Watson, ERC Secretary, will join the Commission in presenting the award.
B. INTRODUCTION: Kendal Francis, City Administrator, Great Bend:
-The City of Great Bend recently appointed Kendal Francis as City Administrator. Mr. Francis has served the Cities of Beloit, Lakin and Coffeyville. At this time, Phil Hathcock, County Administrator, will introduce Mr. Francis to the Commission.
C. APPRAISER’S OFFICE: 2017 Real Estate Appraisal / Sales Ratio Study:
-The Kansas Constitution requires that all taxable property be appraised and assessed uniformly as to class. Uniformity of like property assures an equitable distribution of the property tax burden. The Kansas Appraisal/Sales Ratio Study is used to evaluate appraisal level and uniformity for substantial statutory compliance. The ratios are computed by dividing the appraised value of real estate as determined by the County Appraiser by the total selling price of the real property. A perfect ratio would be 100.0. The total 2017 market ratio for Barton County is 99.2. Barb Esfeld, County Appraiser, will provide details.
D. COMMUNICATIONS: Improvements to the 800 Megahertz System – Corrective Action:
-At the August 6, 2018, agenda meeting, the Commission authorized the purchase of seven 800 mHz radios and a combiner system from Mobile Radio of Great Bend. When placing the order, it was determined that the seven radios and related equipment would actually be purchased from Motorola Solutions. Dena Popp, 911 Director will provide details.
E. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Attorney-Client Privilege:
-The Commission will enter into Executive Session. The Commission may invite such parties as needed into said Session. It is anticipated that Phil Hathcock, County Administrator; Donna Zimmerman, County Clerk / Assistant County Administrator; and Carey Hipp, County Counselor, will be invited into said Session. The Commission meeting will resume in thirty minutes.
F. ACTION FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION: Attorney-Client Privilege:
-The Commission will make any necessary announcements as a result of the Executive
IV. ENDING BUSINESS – After new items are heard by the Commission, the following items, including announcements, will be heard.
A. ANNOUNCEMENTS: -Following the close of the Agenda Meeting, the Commission will consider the authorization of personnel changes for classified positions, sign any documentation approved during the agenda meeting or sign any other documentation required for regular County business. Similar action may take place throughout the day.
-The Barton County Local Emergency Planning Committee will have a meeting, Tuesday, August 14, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at the Barton County Courthouse, Conference Room, 1400 Main Street, Great Bend. It is anticipated that County officials may attend.
B. APPOINTMENTS: AUGUST 13, 2018
9:30 a.m. or following the close of the Agenda Meeting – Regular Business Discussion – Phil Hathcock, County Administrator, and Donna Zimmerman, County Clerk
10:00 a.m. – Buy back (Municipal Rollover) of T650 Bobcat Track Loaders and Memorial Parks Board Appointments – Darren Williams, County Works Director
10:30 a.m. – Fiscal Year Carry-Over – Amy Boxberger, CKCC Director, and Marissa Woodmansee, Juvenile Services Director
THE COUNTY EDITION, KVGB-AM – Thursdays at 11:05 a.m. Jim Jordan, County Treasurer, is scheduled for August 16, 2018.
V. OTHER BUSINESS:
A. Discussion Items.
B. Citizens or organizations may present requests or proposals for initial consideration.
C. The Commissioners are available to the Public on Mondays during regular business hours.
D. The Commissioners may, individually, schedule personal appointments related to County business at their discretion.
E. The next Regular Meeting will be at 9:00 a.m., Monday, August 20, 2018.
VI. ADJOURN.