"Riley County Commission August 13, 2012

Riley County Commission August 13, 2012

Commissioners Johnson and Lewis present, Johnson presiding.  

Judge Wilson provided information to the Commissioners regarding changes now allowed for court hearings involving persons receiving treatment for mental illness at Osawatomie State Hospital.  Court hearings are now authorized to be heard through video conferencing to avoid the need for transporting persons to and from the hospital at considerable cost and loss of time for police officers.  Wilson said he hopes a similar agreement can be worked out with Larned State Hospital.

A public hearing was held on the proposed Riley County budget for 2013.  No concerns were expressed.  Commissioner Lewis offered a motion to approve the budget, motion passed.

Budget and Finance Officer Johnette Shepek arranged for a teleconference with Greg Vahrenberg with Piper Jaffray & Company in regard to bids for insurance pertaining to the 2012 General Obligation Bond.  The lowest bid was for 1.69% from Central States Capital.  The Commissioners agreed to proceed with the process to accept that bid.

Commissioner Johnson presented a plaque to Assistant Public Works Director and Parks Director, Rod Meredith.  Appreciation was expressed for Meredith’s accomplishments in developing the new Public Works shop site, assuring for the maintenance of roads and bridges and for the development and maintenance of parks.

A Back to Gardening workshop will be held August 30 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Pottorf Hall.  On September 7 an all day training will be held for Master Gardening volunteers from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm, also at Pottorf Hall.