IOLA, KANSAS
OFFICE OF THE ALLEN COUNTY CLERK
May 3, 2005
Disclaimer: These unofficial minutes are not official
until approved by the Commission. Please contact the Allen County
Commission Office or the Clerk’s Office regarding any questions or
accuracy of the minutes prior to the Commission approval.
The Allen County Board of Commissioners met in a
regular session at 8:30 a.m. with Chairperson Walt Regehr Jr.,
Commissioner Dick Works, Commissioner Kent Thompson and Jill Allen, Allen
County Clerk’s Office.
Commissioners corrected and approved the minutes of the
April 26, 2005 meeting.
Erin Monfort joined the meeting for observation. She is
fulfilling an assignment for her American Government class.
Allen County Extension Office: Carla Nemecek, Kathy
McEwan and members of the Extension Council: Glen Buchholz, Darrell
Monfort and Mike Kramer presented their 2006 budget request for
commissioners’ consideration. Darrell explained the need for an
increase. Dick asked about a report showing spending of the extension
budget. Such report should be available for review each month. There was
not any action taken.
Alfred Link reported on the Veterans’ wall. He stated
that his committee wants to extend the wall on each side. Mr. Link
discussed what would be needed for the project and the possible costs.
There will be 496 names on each additional wall. Commissioners agreed that
this request would be acceptable.
Bill King, Public Works Director, stated that a
pre-construction conference for the Central Street Bridge project
#1C-3776-01 would be Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the KDOT office, discussion
followed.
Bill reported on a non-injury accident that occurred
yesterday with two of his trucks. It was of minimal damage.
There will be a training session in two weeks,
presented by Martin Tractor, for Bill’s crew.
Bill asked for proposals on computers. He only received
one back. The Road & Bridge program is difficult to work with at
times. Commissioners asked Bill to get additional bids.
Bill talked about work on Rose Road and other various
projects.
Sheriff Tom Williams reported on two new trucks for his
department. They are ready for pickup as soon as they’re insured. He
stated that his officers drove 13,285 miles in April, with an average of
2500 miles/officer. Tom discussed light bars for his new trucks. He also
mentioned new radios for the county thanks to funds from a grant.
See-Kan RC&D representatives, Troy Kenzle and Roy
Varner, presented a master fire plan for the Allen County area. Copies of
the plan will be distributed to all the necessary entities. Troy asked
about a rep from Allen County for the RC&D. Discussion followed.
Don Copley, Airport Advisory Board, asked commissioners
to reappoint two members.
Don discussed powered parachute safety at the airport.
He presented a proposal for restricted areas for powered parachutes. They
should not cross the runway, if crossover is needed, then it is
recommended to do so at least two miles away from the runway. Don asked
that commissioners approve the proposed plan and require a person cannot
fly unless briefed by the Airport Manager and made aware of the plan.
Commissioner Works moved to approve the two-mile limitation from the end
of runway and prohibit crossing the runway at any point, Walt seconded,
motion carried.
Don reported on airport building restrictions and the
need for such. Walt asked about the FAA guidelines. Dick stated that our
county counselor had investigated this awhile back. Alan Weber will be
asked about this issue again. John Croisant added that any construction in
that area might lessen the runway length use.
Don talked about the farm next to the airport. The
entryway to the farm is accessible, so it is not necessary to utilize the
airport property for entry.
Alan Weber discussed the vertical zoning issue with
commissioners. Alan had talked with people at the state about
restrictions. He said he could call them again to update this information.
The limiting factors are the FAA and FCC. Alan will discuss this further
with Bill and get the names of the proper engineers to contact.
Alan reported on some Westra paperwork. The final
payment has yet to be agreed upon. Alan will contact Mike Fickel about
this. The change orders need to be reviewed.
Alan talked with Mike Fickel about Change Order #12.
Alan needs signatures for approval and he will fax it to Mike.
Commissioner Thompson moved to approve Commissioner Regehr sign Change
Order #12, Commissioner Works seconded, motion passed. Payment will be
made May 5, 2005.
Marty Taylor asked about doing a nuisance abatement.
Commissioners made suggestions on this. Marty will send a letter to the
landowner.
Elaine Dugan announced the task force meeting to be May
16, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. at Allen County Hospital. She mentioned names of
those on the task force, seven persons will serve. Elaine also discussed
other EMS issues. Discussion followed.
With no further business to come before the board, the
meeting was adjourned until May 10, 2005 at 8:30 a.m. in the commission
room of the courthouse.
