BOCC
Nov. 18, 2013
All commissioners present, Dave Lewis presiding
Johnette Shepek, Budget and Finance Officer presented the Road and Bridge 1/2 cent sales tax projects. The McDowell Creek project, estimated at $6 million dollars, was the most costly. Other projects included Anderson Ave. Asphalt Overlay, two bridges, four culverts, design for two more bridges and 4 more culverts. Total project estimate was $8,185,000. Resources available are $3,500,000. There isn't adequate funding to complete all projects. One option is a General Obligation Bond Issuance for McDowell Creek. Commissioner Boyd urged prudence and said McDowell Creek is still serviceable. :Public Works Director, Leon Hobson, said that most important are safety concerns for drivers. The probable increase in cost of materials, if the project were postponed, was also mentioned. The motion to approve the project passed, two to one with Commissioner Boyd voting no.
Eileen King said that the Treasurer's office has begun mailing the 2013 tax statements. Information is available on the Riley County website under Online Property Tax Search.
It was announced that the Riley county Health Dept. is holding "Flu Shot Friday" through the end of the year, every Friday from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. They have received free vaccine from KDHE to be provided to the county's uninsured residents. There is a $14 administration fee.
Clancy Holeman, County Counselor discussed the effects on Riley County Revenues if, as has been proposed , the Legislature ends the Mortgage Registration Fee. This is being pushed by Realtors and Bankers association. Riley County would lose $1,072,000 and, statewide, counties would lose a total of $46,648,356. He suggested that, if it passes, counties should start thinking of what services should be cut. He said this amount in Riley County, would equal two mills in real estate tax.
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