The Linn County Commissioners met on Monday, Nov. 21, with Commissioner Rick James absent from the meeting.

The commissioners began with the approval of the minutes of the last meeting followed by approval of paying claims totaling $374,614.92.

Commissioner Jim Johnson then read the Sheriff’s report into the record.

Galen Anderson with AMR reported on numbers for the month of October and noted there have been 44 transports so far this month.

Linn County Fire Chief Randy Hegwald reported his department handled 10 incidents in the last week bringing his year-to-date total to 507.

Linn County Health Department Director Missy Lancaster gave a brief rundown on current events with her department.

Jessica Hightower, Linn County Economic Development Director, reported there are two applicants for ARPA grants. Commissioners opted to wait until next week to discuss those when Commissioner James is in attendance.

Johnny Taylor gave a report on the Noxious Weed Department work this year, giving detailed information on spraying schedules and where they plan to pick up in 2023.

Commissioner Danny McCullough moved to appoint Darin Wilson as the third canvasser for the General Election results. Johnson seconded the motion and it carried on a 2-0 vote.

A motion was made to recess the commissioner’s meeting and open a meeting of the Board of Canvassers, which carried on a 2-0 vote. The Board reviewed the audit results and approved the audit on a 3-0 vote.

The board then went to the courthouse to canvas the 51 recommended ballots. Following the canvas, Johnson moved to approve the Election Abstract with the results of the provisional ballots and adjourn the Board of Canvassers’ meeting and reconvene the commission meeting.

Commissioners returned to their meeting room and Public Works Administrator Shaun West provided information on a buyback program the county could use for three maintainers at a price of $115,000 per unit leaving the county with a cost of $795,000 for the purchase of the three units. West, however, recommended the county use that money to replace other older pieces of equipment. Commissioners opted to wait until next week to make a decision.

Commissioners then entered into a 10-minute executive session for personnel matters. 

Following the executive session the commissioners voted 2-0 to accept the resignation of Zach Daniels. 

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

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of La Cygne, Linn County

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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

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  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

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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]

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SPORTS

Pleasanton trapshooting team shows grit at National Championship

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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

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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.

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