COMMISSIONER’S PROCEEDINGS
APRIL 26, 2021
Agenda: 8:30 – Tony Martin – Road & Bridge
9:00 – Scott Kedrowski – RCDC
9:30 – Mark Hinde – SDSI
10:00 – Charissa Lamberson-Bradford – City on a Hill
The Board of Stevens County Commissioners met in regular session with all members present. Paul Kitzke, County Attorney and Amy Jo Tharp, County Clerk were also present. Tron called the meeting to order. Pat moved to approve the minutes of the last meeting. Tron seconded. Motion carried. Pat moved to approve the county vouchers. Tron seconded. Motion carried. The Clerk was instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer chargeable to the various funds of the county for the following amounts:
| General | $ 63,452.77 |
| Road & Bridge | $ 62,865.95 |
| Airport | $ 6,279.27 |
| Noxious Weed | $ 1,914.59 |
| EMS | $ 6,242.21 |
| Fire | $ 3,408.06 |
| County Building | $ 5,652.64 |
| Community Health | $ 17,148.59 |
| Community Health Grants | $ 208.35 |
| 911 Wireless | $ 115.84 |
| Diversion | $ 333.10 |
| Sheriff | $ 37,442.78 |
| Emp P/R Misc W/H | $ 25.46 |
| TOTAL: | $ 205,089.61 |
Tony Martin told the commissioners the insurance is paying for the repairs on the truck less the deductible. He said another employee was injured repairing tires. We are just waiting to see how long both employees will be off work due to injuries.
The overlay of roads will begin in a couple of weeks as they are getting the oil heated up now. The state EPA will be out to view the asphalt plant to make sure it is up to code.
Tony discussed the backhoe at the landfill and said it is never used and would like to list it in the newspaper for sale. The commissioners agree.
Scott Kedrowski with RCDC (Russell Child Development Center) and board member Nancy Honig were in to discuss the Tiny-K program for children with developmental delays and disabilities. Scott said it is a non-profit organization and completely free for families to help get children school ready and empower parents’ confidence. Nancy said she has been on the board for over a year and is in full support of the work the RCDC does. She has seen how beneficial a program like this is for the county. RCDC is requesting $25,500.00 for the 2022 year.
Mark Hinde with SDSI (Southwest Developmental Services, Inc.) came in and informed the commissioners the state of Kansas must have the ability to provide services for those individuals and in an emergency, it takes presidence over those on the wait list. He said the wait list is very long and some people are on it for nine (9) years. The SDSI is requesting $39,517.00 for the 2022 year.
Mark also said there is no one on the board from Stevens County and would like to have someone from the area. He said there are four (4) meetings a year with free meals and paid mileage to and from Garden City. The meeting can also be joined by ZOOM.
Bailey Eseray was in attendance, in place of Rodney, to hear if the commissioners have made a decision on the fire truck. Tron said he is in agreement with obtaining a fire truck because the costs are only going to go up and it might be harder in years to come to save up for one.
Joe made a motion to accept the Weis Fire Equipment bid for $222,164.00 for a 1500 gallon water, Freightliner firetruck. Tron Seconded. Pat Opposed. Motion carried.
Charissa Lamberson-Bradford, Director of City on a Hill, came in and discussed with the commissioners the benefits of the program. She said there are outpatient services for women, men and juveniles along with in house services designated for women. In the past, Stevens County has appropriated $2,550.00 and City on a Hill is requesting $3,000.00 for the 2022 year.
Ted Heaton came in and discussed a phone system for the sheriff’s office stating theirs is outdated and can’t be repaired due to the age. He said 911 Wireless fund might be able to help pay for a portion but not all of it as it is not all for 911 services. He will get a cost sheet to the commissioners.
By motion, the Board adjourned.
Attest: Amy Jo Tharp, County Clerk
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Tron Stegman, Chairman