Minutes, December 15, 2008

ELLSWORTH COUNTY COMMISSIONER MEETING

MINUTES

DECEMBER 15, 2008

The Board of Ellsworth County Commissioners convened this 15^th day of December 2008 at the Ellsworth County Courthouse.

Members Present:

Albert W. Oller, 1^st District Commissioner

Kermit Rush, 2^nd District Commissioner

Terry L. Kueser, 3^rd District Commissioner

1. OPENING BUSINESS:

Chairman Kueser called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the Minutes of December 8, 2008. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

No one was present for the Public Forum.

2. APPOINTMENTS:

Barbara & Jerald Pickering, owners of the Dry Dock, asked the Commissioners for a special permit to remain open until 2:00 a.m. on January 1, 2009. Commissioner Rush moved to approve a special permit for the Dry Dock to remain open until 2:00 a.m. on January 1, 2009. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Tracy Ploutz, Sheriff, reported he will be purchasing a cross match machine for a total cost of $25,716.15 of which a grant will cover $16,200 and the rest will come from his budget. He applied for and got an E-911 Grant for 2009 and from that he plans on purchasing a CAD operated dispatch system. However, he will be paying $37,126 of that cost from his 2008 budget. The total cost of the system is approximately $89,000 and the remaining amount will be covered by the 2009 grant. He decided to keep the old fingerprint machine and will use it for civil processing. The concealed weapons charges and civil processing fees will offset the maintenance cost for the old machine. Chairman Kueser asked that with the hard economic times, if the deputies could be more visible in the townships. Sheriff Ploutz replied that had already been addressed.

Teresa Shute, Noxious Weed-Landfill Supervisor, presented two proposals for a new computer. Commissioner Rush moved to approve purchase of a new computer and installation charge from Computer Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $1,479. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. Mrs. Shute reported that the new building is almost complete.

The Commissioners held a telephone conference with Kevin Cowan, Gilmore & Bell relating to bond issues.

Herbie Harris presented his plat map for approval. However, he will need a letter from Post Rock Rural Water District stating they will be furnishing the water for addition before it can be approved.

Michelle Maze, EMS Director, discussed new software that will be necessary for new state reporting requirements. She has looked at two companies and would recommend they stay with RAM because their billing and patient care reports are integrated. Also, she will be taking over the billing responsibilities. The Commissioners agreed with her recommendation on the software company.

Ronda Kasiska, Health Supervisor, presented an agreement with Lincoln County for their approval. Commissioner Kueser moved to enter into an agreement with Lincoln County for Administrative Cooperation for the WIC Program. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

3. OLD BUSINESS:

There were no old business items.

4. NEW BUSINESS:

Kermit Rush moved to appoint Wayne Bohl as Trustee of Sherman Township. Commissioner Kueser seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Kueser moved to approve the renewal of the cereal malt beverage license for the Dry Dock. Commissioner Rush seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve Abatements # 59,64-67 in the amount of $802.20 and Add #63 for $120.44. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

5. ADJOURNMENT:

Chairman Kueser adjourned the meeting at 11:20 a.m.

 

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Janet L. Andrews, Ellsworth County Clerk

Minutes, December 8, 2008

ELLSWORTH COUNTY COMMISSIONER MEETING

MINUTES

DECEMBER 8, 2008

The Board of Ellsworth County Commissioners convened this 8^th day of December 2008 at the Ellsworth County Courthouse.

Members Present:

Albert W. Oller, 1^st District Commissioner

Kermit Rush, 2^nd District Commissioner

Terry L. Kueser, 3^rd District Commissioner

1. OPENING BUSINESS:

Chairman Kueser called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the Minutes of December 1 and December 4, 2008. Commissioner Kueser seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

No one was present for the Public Forum.

2. APPOINTMENTS:

Rick Nondorf, Road & Bridge Supervisor, had with him Leo Oberle, recently retired employee of the Road & Bridge Department whom the Commissioner presented with an award for his 15 years of service to the county and the citizens of Ellsworth County. Afterwards, Mr. Nondorf presented a request to purchase a 2009 dump truck from Roberts Truck Service in Salina. Commissioner Rush moved to authorize the purchase of a 2009 International dump truck and bed in the amount of $79,188 from Roberts Truck Service in Salina. Commissioner Kueser seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0. There will be no trade-in and the old truck will be sold outright by bid. Mr. Nondorf reported Dwaine Grubb will be retiring at the end of December. He also discussed the land he is purchasing in Empire Township to construct a metal building for equipment.

3. OLD BUSINESS:

The Commissioners discussed the reimbursement from Smoky Hill Development Corp for the KPERS and insurance paid by the county for the director. It was agreed that the county would ask reimbursement for those expenses in the amount of $6,766.55.

4. NEW BUSINESS:

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the following resolutions:

08R09, A Resolution Transferring from the General Fund to the Equipment Reserve Fund;

08R10, A Resolution Transferring from the Road & Bridge Fund to the Special Machinery Fund;

08R11, A Resolution Transferring from the Health Fund to the Health Capital Outlay Fund.

Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve Resolution 08R12, A Resolution Exempting Ellsworth County, Kansas from Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as Promulgated by F.A.S.B. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Kueser moved to approve renewal of the cereal malt beverage licenses to the Smoky Hill Trading Post, The Service Oil Company and the Elkhorn Travel Center. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve a cereal malt beverage license for D&S Convenience Shop. Commissioner Kueser seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Kueser moved to approve the resignation of Bruce Svoboda as Trustee of Sherman Township. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve Abatements 39,40,41,42,43,46,47,51, & 52 in the amount of $1,720.53 and Add 44 for $20.46. Commissioner Kueser seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

5. ADJOURNMENT:

Chairman Kueser adjourned the meeting at 11:00 a.m.

 

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Janet L. Andrews, Ellsworth County Clerk

 

Minutes, December 4, 2008

ELLSWORTH COUNTY COMMISSIONER MEETING

MINUTES

DECEMBER 4, 2008

The Board of Ellsworth County Commissioners convened in recessed session this 4^th day of December 2008 at the Ellsworth County Courthouse.

Members Present:

Kermit Rush, 2^nd District Commissioner

Terry L. Kueser, 3^rd District Commissioner

1. OPENING BUSINESS:

Chairman Kueser called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the November accounts payable in the amount of $138,872.45. Commissioner Kueser seconded the motion. Motion carried 2-0.

2. ADJOURNMENT:

Chairman Kueser adjourned the meeting at 9:30 a.m.

 

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Janet L. Andrews, Ellsworth County Clerk

Minutes, December 1, 2008

ELLSWORTH COUNTY COMMISSIONER MEETING

MINUTES

DECEMBER 1, 2008

The Board of Ellsworth County Commissioners convened this 1^st day of December 2008 at the Ellsworth County Courthouse.

Members Present:

Albert W. Oller, 1^st District Commissioner

Kermit Rush, 2^nd District Commissioner

Terry L. Kueser, 3^rd District Commissioner

1. OPENING BUSINESS:

Chairman Kueser called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Commissioner Kueser seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the Minutes of November 24, 2008. Commissioner Kueser seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

No one was present for the Public Forum.

2. APPOINTMENTS:

There were no appointments.

3. OLD BUSINESS:

There were no old business items.

4. NEW BUSINESS:

Commissioner Rush moved to approve Abatements 25,26,27,31,32,33,36 & 38 in the amount of $4,133.04 and Add 37 in the amount of $43.72. Commissioner Kueser seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Kueser moved to approve payment of Central Prairie RC&D dues for 2007 and 2008 for a total amount of $500. Commissioner Rush seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to allow the employee with a family plan to pay the additional insurance premium for tobacco use. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

A discussion was held on reimbursement by Smoky Hill Development for the Kpers and insurance contribution paid by the county on the Director's salary. The Commissioners tabled further discussion until the next meeting.

5. ADJOURNMENT:

Commissioner Kueser recessed the meeting until December 4, 2008 at 8:00 a.m.

 

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Ona Crawford, Deputy Clerk

Minutes, November 24, 2008

ELLSWORTH COUNTY COMMISSIONER MEETING

MINUTES

NOVEMBER 24, 2008

The Board of Ellsworth County Commissioners convened this 24^th day of November 2008 at the Ellsworth County Courthouse.

Members Present:

Albert W. Oller, 1^st District Commissioner

Kermit Rush, 2^nd District Commissioner

Terry L. Kueser, 3^rd District Commissioner

1. OPENING BUSINESS:

Chairman Kueser called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the Agenda as presented. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Oller moved to approve the Minutes of November 17, 2008. Commissioner Rush seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

David Stonebraker discussed the taxes on his golf shed and cart. The taxes are higher this year and his main objection is that some of the people who have sheds are not being charged because Ellsworth City says they do not know who owns them. He does not mind paying the tax but thinks all owners should be taxed. The Commissioners explained that the city receives that tax and has jurisdiction over the property since they own the property where the sheds are located. Mr. Stonebraker plans on visiting with the City Council about his concern.

2. APPOINTMENTS:

Roger Pearson, ECMC Administrator, reported a profit for the month of October with an overall loss of $143,573 for the year. The rest of the time was spent discussing the format to be used to search for a new administrator and future building plans.

3. OLD BUSINESS:

There were no old business items.

4. NEW BUSINESS:

Commissioner Rush moved to approve the November payroll in the amount of $173,538.47. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to appoint Shawn McGowan as Special Deputy Coroner for Ellsworth County and submit his appointment to the Judicial District for confirmation. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

Commissioner Rush moved to approve 2008 Abatements, 5-9,10,12,14,15,17,19,22 & 24 in the amount of $1,570.26 and Adds 9,13,16 & 18 in the amount of $750.34. Commissioner Oller seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0.

5. ADJOURNMENTS:

Chairman Kueser adjourned the meeting at 11:00 a.m.

 

 

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Janet L. Andrews, Ellsworth County Clerk