The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, June 24, 2023, with Council President Lew Donelson presiding.  Mayor Cindy Smith and Council Member Brenda Watkins-Muncy were absent.   State Senator Caryn Tyson was scheduled to appear before the council for a discussion on Revenue Neutral Rates but, for unknown reasons, did not make the meeting.  

Following approval of the July 10, 2023, meeting minutes, the council received a presentation by members of the Linn Valley Planning & Zoning Commission.   Planning Commission Chairman Eric Victor and Commission Member Gregg Ahnemann discussed their proposed resolution to amend the city’s zoning ordinance.   

Victor noted that there is often confusion between the jurisdiction of the city and the POA (Property Owners Association), and that the commission has been working to simplify the rules and relevant processes. He noted that the Planning Commission is tasked with safety, health, and general welfare of city residents, as well as maintaining property values; while the POA’s focus should be more related to “quality of life” issues.  

As an example, the Planning Commission has been attempting to simplify and codify the city’s existing zoning ordinance with respect to recreational vehicles being parked on R-1 building lots.   The commission has drafted a proposed resolution and presented it to the City Council for review.  Donelson commended the Planning Commission for its good work and stated that the council will take up this issue during the August 28th regular meeting.  

Next on the agenda was a discussion on the disposition of the two older buildings in the current City Hall complex and plans for the construction of a new City Hall. Donelson noted that the older building on the east side of the complex is basically uninhabitable due to roof leaks and mold issues.  

He said the city rented the current temporary building because it outgrew the building space in the City Hall building.  Since the city’s four-year lease on the current building expires in March of 2026, Donelson believes the council should begin planning now for design, construction, and funding of the new City Hall.  He has been doing some research on potential suppliers of prefabricated buildings and plans to share any information developed with the entire council.  City property just north of the Fire Station on Ullery Road has been discussed as a site for the new City Hall.  

On a motion from Council Member John Weers, the council voted to approve the transfer of a Ford F-150 pickup truck from Codes Enforcement to the Fire Department.

City Clerk Karen Siffring reported that the city has received a dividend check in the amount of $7,267 from its insurance carrier.

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

Linn County News website gets new update

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Recently you may have seen our notification on our website or our Facebook page that we were undergoing some changes on our website at www.linncountynews.net. We here at the News are happy to announce those changes are nearly complete. Changes to the website include an easier... [More]

Commissioners vote 1-1 on motion to not exceed revenue neutral

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County now required to cut budget to meet the RNR rate BY $837,000   The Linn County commissioners, with Commissioner Jason Hightower absent, began the revenue neutral hearing on Monday, Aug. 25, by welcoming those in the audience and stating the purpose and objective... [More]

Linn Valley looks at option for fire truck purchase, new vehicles

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The Linn Valley City Council held a special meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 21, with Mayor Lew Donelson presiding and all council members present except for John Weers. City Attorney James Brun was also present. The meeting began with a presentation by city’s financial... [More]

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SPORTS

Frog gigging a new ‘old sport’

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It’s another one of those…So…stories. So, last weekend was an adventure. I’ve gotten involved with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Wild Foods Academy (WFA) that is a pilot program designed to educate many ‘left-0ut’ people’s... [More]

Fishing Derby kicks off at Linn County Fair

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The annual Linn County Fair and Rodeo Fishing Derby was held on the morning of Aug. 9.  Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks fish biologist Don George has been heading the derby since 1987 and this year was no different.  The derby was divided into three age... [More]

Linn County Farm Bureau hosts annual pedal pull

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The Linn County Farm Bureau Association hosted the annual kids’ pedal pull on the evening of Aug. 8. Kids 4 to 12 can compete in the event for a chance to earn a spot at the State pedal pull at Hutchinson.  Trophies and a place at the State fair was awarded to the... [More]

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