City Administrator Becky Hegwald addressed the council, following the public forum on streets (see story in this edition), concerning landlord licensing and said that since former City Administrator Teresa Whitaker was no longer in town, the city needs someone trained to inspect rental homes that can look at electrical, plumbing, etc.
Hegwald was hesitant to sign off on adequate housing when she is not trained in what to look for. City Attorney Burton Harding said that falls under the purview of Codes Officer, but new Codes Officer Candy Houtman is not trained in that area either.
Houtman said she is willing to take classes, but the city left the topic discussing possibly hiring a company to do the periodic inspections until they can train an employee.
Police Chief Tristan Snyder reported several arrests, 21 drug cases, and handling 900 more calls this year than last at this same time.
He discussed with the council adding a handheld radio that acts as its own repeater in the car; the council held off on that decision when County IT Director Chris Martin said the county was replacing radios with other models the Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department are going to use.
Council member Melanie Staton asked why no fireworks allowed on city streets was implemented. She said that is one of the reasons people enjoy living in a rural community. She suggested the council “pick their battles” on issues.
The city’s budget hearing is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 7 at 6 p.m.
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
USD 362 board struggles to pass revenue neutral budget
Revenue exceedance resolution, FY 2025 budget both have 2 split votes Prairie View Unified School District 362’s board of education struggled but ultimately prevailed in passing a revenue neutral fiscal year 2025 (FY25) budget at its monthly meeting Sept. 17.... [More]
Pleasanton mulls removing stop signs at 6th & Tucker
What was brought up in a brief discussion at Pleasanton’s Sept. 16 meeting became a larger discussion Monday night at the Sept. 30 council meeting concerning removing stop signs on 6th Street at Tucker. Councilman Bill Skipper who suggested the city look into doing a... [More]
La Cygne considers chicken code
Ordinance could amend 1-acre policy La Cygne city leaders are expected to consider amending their residential chicken policy at Wednesday’s 7 p.m. regular council meeting. Mayor Debra Wilson has directed Zachary Mathies, police chief, and Devin Canada,... [More]
More News
- Rave reviews continue for USD 362 food service
- Leaders act on La Cygne chief’s initiatives
- Commissioners given estimate on Devlin Road chip and seal
- Commissioners meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
- Pleasanton to exceed revenue neutral rate
- Parker mayor resigns from post
- Sheriff Kevin Friend resigns position
- Pleasanton to sell lot at 9th & Main
SPORTS
Jayhawk football routs Erie on Homecoming
The Jayhawk Linn football team hosted Erie for Homecoming night and their first district game of the season on Sept. 27. Jayhawk had no problems with the Red Devils as they routed Erie on Homecoming night 61-8. The game started with three straight touchdowns for the Hawks.... [More]
Pleasanton cross country competes at Prairie View
The Pleasanton cross country team traveled to Prairie View on Sept. 26 to compete in the Ramsey Invitational. The team did well and continues to make progress through the season. Here are the results for the Blu-Jays at the Ramsey Invitational. Seventh Grade Boys 2 Mile Race... [More]
More Sports
- Prairie View football falls to Wellsville
- Jayhawk volleyball goes 3-0 this past week
- Pleasanton volleyball struggles during a busy week
- Jayhawk cross country has a winning meet at Fort Scott
- Prairie View football runs over Santa Fe Trail
- Pleasanton cross country competes at Fort Scott
- Hawks jumpstart season with 38-14 win
- Pleasanton football falls to South Sumner in season opener