The Linn County Commissioners met on Monday, Dec. 12, opening their meeting with the approval of the minutes of the last meeting. That was followed by a motion to approve the payment of claims in the amount of $362,452.01.
Commissioners then approved adds and abates 2022-773-792, resulting in an $891 change.
Commissioner Jim Johnson then read the Sheriff’s weekly report into the record, which noted that the first group of inmates on the U.S. Marshals Service contract had arrived at the jail on Dec. 5 and a payment of $40,027.50 was received last week from Wyandotte County for their farm-in inmates.
Commissioners approved a renewal of the agreement with the Lake Region Solid Waste Authority on a 3-0 vote.
Linn County Health Department Director Missy Lancaster then asked commissioners about the $4,700 annual agreement for the testing machine the county purchased and provided commissioners with numbers on tests conducted this year for flu, RSV and Covid. After a short discussion commissioners voted 3-0 to approve the agreement.
Linn County Attorney Burton Harding spoke to commissioners regarding two very different outcomes in two very similar cases. (See related article in this edition.)
Public Works Administrator Shaun West reported cost/benefit analysis on the landfill begins this week. West stated he had spoken to people with the state, as well as the engineer, about raising the current cells to extend the life of the current location and should have numbers by next week.
Commissioner Danny McCullough then asked about current operators and West replied one had been hired just last week.
Linn County Planning and Zoning Administrator Darin Wilson submitted a list of fee changes to the commissioners that he would like to enact for 2023. Wilson noted that if the county were to hire a building codes officer, the county could purchase a study guide for said officer and the test would cost roughly $200.
“Third party inspections are pretty pricey according to nearby counties,” Wilson stated.
He added that the county would have to adopt building codes but added that the codes, such as the International Building Codes do not have to be adopted in full. No action was taken on the matter during the meeting.
Commissioners then entered into a 10-minute executive session with commissioner-elect Jason Hightower and West for a five minute session for personnel and a five minute session for legal matters. The personnel portion of that session was extended by 10 minutes.
Following the session, commissioners approved the resignation of Jeremy Willard effective Jan. 2, 2023.
Commissioners then heard from Michael Clancy with Renodry USA regarding a piece of equipment they offer for sale that will keep ground moisture out of masonry brick and rock; in particular, in older buildings such as the courthouse. Commissioners directed Clancy to speak with West in regards to the test.
Don George, Kansas Wildlife and Parks Fisheries Biologist, then spoke to commissioners regarding his willingness to work with the county to help with the proposed swimming area at the Linn County Park and Marina. West noted the swimming area has to be approved by both Evergy and Kansas Wildlife and Parks and George has agreed to work with the county toward that goal. (See related article in this edition.)
MEETINGS
LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, October 23, 2023

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

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

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]
More Meetings
- USD 362 SCHOOL BOARD - Tuesday, October 17, 2023
- LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, October 2, 2023
- PLEASANTON CITY COUNCIL - Monday, October 2, 2023
- BLUE MOUND CITY COUNCIL - Monday, October 2, 2023
- LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, August 28, 2023
- LINN VALLEY CITY COUNCIL - Monday, August 28, 2023
- USD 344 SCHOOL BOARD - Monday, August 14, 2023
- USD 346 SCHOOL BOARD - Monday, August 14, 2023
NEWS
Notice

The Linn County News and Linn County Printing will be closed on Good Friday, April 18, in observance of the Easter holiday. We wish you all a blessed Easter!
Public comment results in allegations of unethical behavior

Following the approval of claims and adds and abates at the Monday meeting of the Linn County Commissioners, Jason Hightower, Commissioner for District 1, requested a 15-minute session to review the Code of Ethics to be added to the open agenda for the meeting directly ahead... [More]
Parker reinstates local policing

City seeks both chief and codes officer, hires law firm as legal counsel The city of Parker has begun its process of reinstating its police department. At their monthly meeting Thursday, the council voted unanimously to advertise for a police chief, but not before... [More]
More News
- Two charged following vehicular incident in Parker
- Pleasanton approves zoning request
- La Cygne leaders talk future street improvements
- Mound City council raises water rates
- Commissioners terminate public works administrator
- Parker may reconsider police presence
- PWWSD13 explains rate increase
- Pleasanton to hold town hall on eliminating city fire department
SPORTS
Jayhawk baseball earns first victories of the season

The Jayhawk baseball team earned their first victories of the season this past week. The Hawks hosted St. Paul on April 7 and hosted Marmaton Valley on April 10. Jayhawk swept St. Paul in their double-header, 16-6 and 18-0, while falling to Marmaton Valley in their double-header,... [More]
Pleasanton boys’ and girls’ track teams win Oswego Invitational

The Pleasanton track team traveled to Oswego on April 8 to compete in the Oswego Invitational. The Jays did very well as both the girls’ and boys’ teams placed first. Here are the individual results through the top six places in each event. Boys’ Events... [More]
More Sports
- Prairie View softball drops close games against Santa Fe Trail
- Pleasanton baseball falls to Southeast Cherokee and Marmaton Valley
- Jayhawk softball splits against Central Heights
- Prairie View softball starts season 3-1
- Pleasanton baseball opens season 2-2 against Oswego and Crest
- Jayhawk softball starts season 3-3
- 2025 Boys’ Basketball All County team
- 2025 Girls’ Basketball All County team