Council members for the city of Blue Mound met on Monday, Nov. 7, for their regular monthly meeting. Lengthy discussion was held over the eventual replacement of the city’s water tower. A used one is lying at the site that the city could purchase for $25,000. Though not new, this one was cited as being considerably newer than the one currently in use. City clerk Max Krull informed the council that the USDA doesn’t normally grant money for a used water tower. However, he can inquire if they would provide funding to rehab it if the city paid for the tower themselves.

Krull also told the board that if they would rather purchase a new tower to replace the current one, they could likely get a matching grant from USDA. Council members discussed their options before asking Krull to schedule an inspection of the current tower, as well as the used one offered for sale, to get an estimate on how much it would cost in rehabbing it. Krull stated he would call the engineer and make an appointment. The council will make a decision once they have a report from the inspection, and more answers from USDA.

Mayor Russell Beth informed the council of asphalt millings available for purchase. The millings are located between Bronson and Uniontown. He stated that if the city would take it all, it would only cost $5 per ton. However, there is an estimated 4,000—4,500 tons available. The city would only need to purchase up to 500 tons. The millings would be used to repair several streets; the city does have the funds available to purchase. Beth asked if the council was interested in purchasing. Council members agreed they would like the price per ton for 500 ton, and the price of hauling.

In other business, Krull noted inspections on some of the manholes have been done. He also shared that the city is waiting on an antenna for the dialer recently installed at the lift station.

The council approved the following: minutes of the previous meeting; payment of bills in the amount of $34,530.20; and to donate the same amount of money as in previous years to be used to purchase Christmas candy.

MEETINGS

LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, October 23, 2023

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The Linn County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, Oct. 23, and began their weekly meeting with the approval of the minutes of the last meeting followed by the approval of claims in the amount of $272,818.97. Linn County Rural Fire Chief Randy Hegwald presented... [More]

LA CYGNE CITY COUNCIL - Wednesday, October 18, 2023

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Among actions at the regular La Cygne council meeting last Wednesday, Oct. 18, was a split vote in which the city accepts a draft agreement for title search and warranty deed preparation of seven lots at 402 S. Broadway in exchange for absorbing a $16,400 house demolition bill.... [More]

LINN VALLEY CITY COUNCIL - Monday, October 23, 2023

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The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 7:00 PM on Monday, October 23, 2023, with Mayor Cindy Smith presiding and all council members present.    Following approval of the October 9th and October 14th meeting minutes, Mayor Smith opened the floor... [More]

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NEWS

SPECIAL: Commission to vote Monday on Parker Center lease

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Linn County commissioners plan to vote at their weekly 9 a.m. meeting next Monday, June 2, on a 99-year lease agreement with Parker and their Senior Center building. At Tuesday's weekly Commission meeting, delayed by a day because of Monday's federal Memorial Day observance,... [More]

Despite Chamber loss, Blast in the Park fireworks will go off

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Council actions include split vote on deed conveyance   Hearing of the disbandment of its local Chamber of Commerce, La Cygne leaders have verbally concurred that the city’s part in the annual Blast in the Park festivities will go on. Following that Chamber notification... [More]

Linn Valley discusses city hall funding sources

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The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, May 12, 2025, with Mayor Lew Donelson presiding and all council members present.    Donelson informed the council of two potential opportunities for funding a new City Hall building. ... [More]

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SPORTS

Jayhawk track breaks another school record and qualifies multiple athletes for State

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The Jayhawk Linn track team traveled to West Franklin on May 22 to compete in the 3A Regional. As a team the girls placed 10th with a score of 22.5 points while the boys were fifth with 56 points. This year the top three places in each event qualify for the State meet then... [More]

School records and State qualifiers are made for the Jays at Eureka

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The Pleasanton track team traveled to Eureka on May 22 for a 2A Regional track meet. This year the top three places advance to the State meet along the top four times/distances not from the top three from all other Regionals. This year the Jays qualified eight athletes in seven... [More]

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