The Linn County Commissioners met on Monday, Jan. 23, and began with the approval 0f minutes of the last meeting.
The commissioners then approved payment of claims totaling $286,217.60 on a 3-0 vote.
Commissioners then heard, or read into the record, weekly reports from the Linn County Sheriff, AMR, and Linn County Rural Fire.
Missy Lancaster, director for Linn County Health Department requested approval of a grant for a sign with a digital screen that she says would be visible from the highway and from 1100 Road. Lancaster noted it would give them aid in letting folks know about upcoming classes, clinics and more. After a brief discussion, commissioners approved the purchase on a 3-0 vote.
Economic Development Director Jessica Hightower requested permission to go out for bid on repairs to the house on the Linn County Park and Marina property. Following several questions from commissioners, Public Works Administrator Shaun West stepped up and stated the property needs too many repairs to get it up to par for an Airbnb rental at this point and repairs need to be prioritized. Following further discussion, the commissioners agreed to allow the repairs to be put out for bid but want to see the list of needed repairs and future plans.
West told commissioners he had spoken with the engineers working on the landfill issue and plans to meet with them soon.
West then told commissioners he ordered repairs done on State Line Road that amounted to roughly $700 and wanted to know if he should bill the other entity or not. Consensus was to not bill.
West asked permission to retain the transportation bus that is being replaced with a van so as to always have a backup in case one goes down and commissioners agreed.
West then requested an executive session for 15 minutes, five for legal matters and 10 for personnel.
Commissioners entered into executive session with West for the requested time and reasons and returned to regular session with no action taken.
Mike White asked commissioners what is going on with the Pleasanton meals site and Commissioner Danny McCullough stated the county is waiting on the city to put their counteroffer in writing.
Commissioner Jason Hightower then asked if the county had ever looked into contracting with the school programs for construction or other repairs. West responded that he and Jessica Hightower had discussed it at one point and Hightower stated she would like to see the school programs contacted for some projects. West stated he will look into it and report back.
Kristy Schmitz reported to commissioners that the Marais des Cygnes Master Gardeners will assist with plans to spruce up the courthouse. (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
Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of La Cygne, Linn County

TOPEKA –The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of LaCygne public water supply system located in Linn County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water for one minute... [More]
Pleasanton PD makes drug arrest during domestic call

On July 24 officers with the Pleasanton Police Department responded to a call for an ongoing domestic issue at 605 E. 5th Street in Cabin 3 with the assistance of the Linn County Sheriff’s Office. During the ensuing investigation, it was found that the... [More]
Commissioners review departmental budgets

SEKMHC budget cut During the July 28 meeting, the Linn County Commissioners reviewed several departmental budgets. Discussions began with Linn County Sheriff James Akes. Sheriff Akes explained to commissioners that initially he had budgeted extra hours to cover... [More]
More News
- Wisdom appointed Pleasanton Fire Chief
- Pleasanton Council cuts to get to revenue neutral
- Local residents warn of bad business practices
- Special: Resurfacing to begin on U.S. 69 in Linn County
- Pleasanton FD again at center of heated discussion
- La Cygne city to be below revenue neutral
- USD 362 files revenue-neutral exceedances
- Commissioners discuss airport future, request more information
SPORTS
Pleasanton trapshooting team shows grit at National Championship

Eight members of the Pleasanton Trapshooting Team traveled to Mason, Mich., last week to compete in the USA Clay Target League National Championship. Five members participated in the team event, and all eight competed individually. The team was among 264 qualified teams competing... [More]
Blue Mound softball earns second place at Crest

The Blue Mound girls’ coach pitch team 1 places second at the TRL girls’ coach pitch tournament at Colony. The tournament took place from July 7 to July 9.
More Sports
- Nobodys wins Blue Mound co-ed softball tournament
- Pleasanton 12-14 baseball wins championship
- Gratton at Nationals
- Summer Ball Tournaments
- Summer Ball Tournaments
- Pleasanton/Jayhawk trapshooting team places seventh at State, Wallace earns State championship
- Joey Ewalt impacting youth wrestling here and abroad
- Prairie View trapshooting competes at State