The Pleasanton Council met Monday night and heard from Tara Carpenter asking the council to waive the $75 water hook-up fee required for Carpenter Chiropractic. They purchased the Clinch Realty building located at 601 Holly Street from Brandon McGinnis and are set to move in April 1.

The city had no record of a water meter fee on Carpenter’s Main Street location despite them being on Main Street since 2007.

Councilman Jake Mattingley made a motion to waive the deposit that was approved by the council.

The council heard from engineer Jason Hoskinson, BG Consultants, who received approval to do a dam inspection on the East Lake dam for $2,500.

See separate story, he was also approved to begin a preliminary engineering report concerning city streets and a plan to begin repair.

The council approved placing a one-cent sales tax on the next ballot for Pleasanton voters to approve.

Following several executive sessions for trade secrets, etc., the council received the resignation of City Administrator Teresa Whitaker; see separate story.

The council discussed sand blasting the pool but decided to try to repair as much as they can and repaint it. They also approved lowering the age of lifeguards to 15 years-of-age to help in hiring new employees.

Phil Mitchell and Jay Allen, STARS program, were approved to use heavy equipment to clear land that is designated for the new motorcycle training program. STARS students will aid in running equipment and will save the city much money and get training, as well.

The council approved the in-kind use of students and asked that a liability waiver be signed by STARS.

Public Works Administrator Joey Morrisey was asked to present a “dream” list of goals. Included in that, Morrisey said he’d like to see enough staff to have certain employees designated to the water plant and other departments without trading during the day.

Also, he’d like to see a lake development and a golf course.

The council approved a revised conditional use permit for the former MeeMaw’s Restaurant building to allow for residential living for 90-days. After 90 days, the owners, Becky and Doug Grant, will be fined daily if someone is living there.

Becky Grant said her son, who is currently living there, is in the process of purchasing his own home.

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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