Riley County Commission

Joan Strickler, observer
10/22/09

All Commissioners present, Johnson presiding.

By unanimous vote the Commission agreed to approve the resolution “adopting a comprehensive plan for the unincorporated areas of Riley County, Kansas, by the adoption, by reference, of that certain document known as Vision 2025 – a Comprehensive Plan for Riley County, Kansas 2009”. According to Planning Director Monty Wedel the really difficult part begins now with the development of the regulatory framework to implement the plan. He requested permission to continue utilizing the services of Clarion and Associates in that process. Commission members agreed to consider such a contract with Clarion but only after they can review a detailed scope of work to be covered by the contract.

The Commissioners discussed the advisability of the County internet technology services being more fully extended to the Health Department. Currently the Health Department has its own computer system separate from the County system. Commissioner McCulloh was asked to discuss the issue with the Health Board.

County Counselor Clancy Holeman said efforts are continuing to be made to get general agreement from local governmental entities adjacent to military installations on proposed amendments to HB 2069. The bill was proposed by the military and would restrict land use in certain adjacent areas. It is hoped the amendments will be placed on the Kansas Association of Counties’ legislative platform.

It was reported that the Agape Church may lose its building pursuant to non-payment of taxes. Agape had failed to apply for a tax-exempt status and such applications cannot be filed retroactively.

A petition for recall of the Ogden City Mayor has been certified by the Riley County Attorney. The recall committee must obtain 81 signatures to place the issue on the election ballot.