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]
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- LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, August 28, 2023
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- USD 344 SCHOOL BOARD - Monday, August 14, 2023
- USD 346 SCHOOL BOARD - Monday, August 14, 2023
NEWS
SPECIAL: Legislative Update

April 18, 2025 Kansas Land and Military Installation Protection Act, SB 9, prohibits foreign adversaries from purchasing property within 100 miles of a military installation and any foreign adversary ownership of non-residential real property purchased prior to July 1, 2025,... [More]
16 criminal cases from Tanglewood Lake incident dismissed

Late Wednesday afternoon, April 16, orders were filed dismissing all 16 current cases on file in Linn County District Court concerning the Tanglewood Lake gate incident, 14 of which were filed against separate individuals that stemmed from the incident in May 2023. According... [More]
Tanglewood seeks clarification, aid from county

During the April 21 meeting, Linn County Commissioner Jason Hightower reported to his fellow board members that he had met with the Tanglewood Lake board president and a resident the previous week and noted that they wanted a resolution or motion that clarified if the roads are... [More]
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SPORTS
Jayhawk track wins the Pleasanton Invitational

The Jayhawk Linn track team traveled to Pleasanton on April 15 for the Pleasanton Invitational. The Hawks did very well as both the boys’ and girls’ teams won the meet. The girls won with a score of 188 points while the boys won with a score of 127 points. There were... [More]
Pleasanton track places in top three at home invitational

The Pleasanton track team hosted their home invitational on April 15. The Jays did well as both the boys’ and girls’ teams placed in the top three out of nine teams. The boys were second with 92 points while the girls were third with 107.5 points. “It was... [More]
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- Pleasanton baseball falls to Southeast Cherokee and Marmaton Valley
- Jayhawk softball splits against Central Heights
- Prairie View softball starts season 3-1
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