The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 11, 2022, with Mayor Cindy Smith presiding and all council members present, except for Council Member Robert Suppenbach.
In connection with the city’s water project, Paul Owings of BG Consultants made a short presentation regarding land needed for a booster pump location near La Cygne. Owings explained the benefit of gaining an easement, as opposed to acquiring a parcel of land for the booster pump. The council approved Council Member John Weers’ motion authorizing City Attorney James Brun to negotiate with the landowner for an easement.
At this point, the council adjourned to enter into a 20-minute executive session, reporting upon its return that no action was taken.
Codes Enforcement Officer Don Hastings reported that code violation letters were sent to 22 property owners in June for various violations. Hastings reported that 61 building permits were issued in June, including six for new residences. To date, the city has issued a total of 271 building permits in 2022.
Public Safety Director Corey Murrison reported on Police Department activity during the past month, including one arrest for Disorderly Conduct, two reports for Credit Card Fraud, two reports for Criminal Damage and two vehicle accidents including one death. Murrison noted that the July 4th weekend was relatively calm with no major incidents to report.
The Fire Department responded 11 medical calls and two traffic accidents with injuries in Linn Valley, as well as, four medical calls in Miami County. The city has applied for a 50/50 grant to purchase an Ultra High Pressure (UHP) firefighting system and is awaiting a response. Murrison is gathering information and evaluating available UHP systems which are available. He noted that the Fire Department’s annual July 4th Fireworks Sale Fundraiser was a success netting approximately $14,500 for future equipment purchases.
City Clerk Karen Siffring presented the June 2022 Financial Report which included General Fund income of $192,064 (including ad valorem tax revenue of $138,543) and expenses totaling $74,038. The council voted to approve expense vouchers totaling $251,769 for the month of June. Siffring reported there were no issues with the city’s annual audit.
The council held a special meeting on June 20 to discuss the 2023 Budget and the proposed hiring of Eric Mills as the city’s Planning and Zoning consultant. The budget items for consideration are:
· The city’s sales tax proposal
· Repairs on the City Hall roof and breezeway
· Relocation of flags to the front of City Hall
· Projected cost for a Planning & Zoning consultant
· Lease for a new police vehicle
· Setting aside funds for the purchase of a new fire truck
· Increased utility costs
· Cost of living/merit raises for city employees
A budget hearing will be scheduled in early September.
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
Veterans Day events
Saturday, Nov. 9 Light Show Honoring our Veterans at the Justice Center – 6- Monday, Nov. 11 PHS Veterans Day Program – 9 a.m. in the north gymnasium. Refreshment will follow. JLHS Veterans Day Program – 9 a.m. at the school. USD 362 Elementary... [More]
Commissioners hear report from Road Operations on 900 Road project
During the meeting on Monday, Nov. 4, the Linn County Commissioners heard their first official report from newly hired Road Operations Supervisor Jesse Walton. Walton reported that several trees had come down in recent rains and road crews had worked to remove those.... [More]
Town hall leads to proposal changes
Alterations to be ready for amended La Cygne chicken ordinance To refute the old adage, you can fight City Hall. Or maybe rather change leadership’s minds. With only two voices. That happened at last Wednesday’s called special meeting by the La Cygne... [More]
More News
- Parker will consider quotes next week
- Drought conditions speed harvest, pose livestock issues
- Pleasanton landowner to city: provide services or deannex
- Commissioners hire new Road Operations Manager
- La Cygne schedules chicken town hall
- Akes appointed Linn County Sheriff by Republican Central Committee
- Commissioners discuss Queens Road issues
- Four-day school week discussed by USD 344 board
SPORTS
Prairie View football advances to Regional round of 3A playoffs
The Prairie View football team hosted Iola in the first round of the 3A playoffs on Nov. 1. Prairie View played Iola the week before in the final game of the regular season. They defeated Iola 49-30 in that game and the Buffalos were victorious in this game as they won 49-14.... [More]
Jayhawk cross country finishes season at 3A State meet at Rim Rock
The Jayhawk Linn cross country team had a great season. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams won their respective Regional at Central Heights on Oct. 26 and qualified for the 3A State cross meet at Rim Rock in Lawrence on Nov. 2. The Hawks ran well at State this... [More]
More Sports
- Jayhawk cross country, boys and girls, heading to State
- Lady Buffs cross country team earns place at State as runner-up at Regional
- Jays spook Erie, move on to McLouth
- Prairie View volleyball advances to 3A Sub-State
- Jayhawk volleyball advances to the 3A Sub-State bracket
- Pleasanton football picks up big win against Uniontown
- Wade makes State golf for the Buffalos
- Schneider makes State golf for Jayhawk