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1 week ago

Geary County sheriff reports jail population and flags several pending state bills Sheriff Nate Beckman reported a two-week average daily jail population of about 92.5, gave detailed incident counts for the period, and briefed the board on multiple pending state bills (including ICE-detainer liability, driver-license gender provisions and bond/mandatory-detention proposals) that could affect local operations.

Sheriff Nate Beckman reveals alarming jail stats and crucial state bills that could reshape local law enforcement in Geary County.

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1 month ago

Commissioners discuss state bills: property-tax proposals, water authority and a bathroom bill Commissioners reviewed several state legislative proposals that could affect county authority and revenues, including a House bill (described as giving state ownership/oversight of water), Senate Bill 244 (a "bathroom bill" with an enforcement and penalty structure), and House Bill 2745 (would require voter approval for revenue increases above 3% and create a $60 million property tax relief fund).

Commissioners are raising alarms over new state bills that could redefine local governance, from a controversial "bathroom bill" to significant changes in property tax regulations.

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1 month ago

Geary County commenters urge review, possible opposition to state water bill headed to Senate At a Geary County meeting, public commenters urged the commission to review a recently passed House bill now before the Kansas Senate, expressing concern it would shift control over water transmission away from counties; testimony for the Senate hearing is due by Wednesday.

Geary County residents are rallying against a state bill that could strip local control over water transmission, fearing its implications for farmers and rural communities.

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1 month ago

Geary County commissioners approve multiple public-works contracts, a FEMA-funded engineering study and landfill plan updates The commission approved several procurement items including a courthouse elevator phone line ($1,724), a detention-center lock service agreement (INA Alert Inc., $14,500 for two years), a Foley's generator preventative-maintenance contract, a reinforced concrete culvert purchase (Oldcastle $8,012), a KDOT off-system bridge agreement, a property survey and purchase steps for 301 E. 8th St., and a $17,980 Kaw Valley engineering proposal tied to FEMA mitigation work.

Geary County commissioners just green-lighted a series of vital public-works contracts, paving the way for crucial infrastructure improvements and FEMA mitigation projects.

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1 month ago

Geary County to seek sealed bids after emergency equipment grant falls short of vendor pricing Emergency management asked commissioners to put the purchase of 69 Scott-brand air packs out to sealed bid after vendor quotes exceeded a $711,987 grant award; commissioners authorized sealed bids and will open proposals March 3 for a March 2–3 procurement timeline.

Geary County is taking action to secure 69 Scott-brand air packs after a $711,987 grant fell short, pushing for competitive sealed bids to bridge the funding gap.

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1 month ago

Sheriff reports staffing, accreditation and jail cost savings; commissioners press for mental-health tracking Geary County Sheriff Nate Beckman reported full staffing, dual accreditation steps and several cost-saving measures for the jail and corrections; commissioners pressed staff to track mental-health service usage and to reconcile county funding with outside providers.

Sheriff Nate Beckman reveals groundbreaking changes in Geary County's jail operations, achieving full staffing for the first time in over 20 years while cutting costs and enhancing services.

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2 months ago

Regional mental-health providers report 24/7 mobile crisis expansion and warn of Medicaid eligibility losses County mental-health providers told commissioners they have expanded mobile crisis response to 24/7, increased staffing and peer-support services, and warned that projected losses in Medicaid eligibility will strain services and state budgets.

Geary County's mental health services have ramped up their mobile crisis response to 24/7, but with looming Medicaid eligibility losses, the future of support hangs in the balance.

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2 months ago

Commission signs letter supporting Flint Hills Rural Electric substation and solar project Flint Hills Rural Electric sought a letter of support for a substation and solar project; commissioners reviewed the site near K‑50 and agreed to sign and send the letter to assist the utility in securing federal funding.

Flint Hills Rural Electric is one step closer to launching a groundbreaking solar project after commissioners unanimously backed their funding request!

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2 months ago

Public works updates: bridge postings, $74,872 engineering agreement approved; transfer-station fees adopted Public Works reported a bridge posting (22-ton limit for two-axle trucks), recommended a Kaw Valley Engineering agreement for $74,872 (approved), and presented a transfer-station fee schedule that was accepted and reportedly effective Jan. 1, 2026.

Geary County is making crucial updates to its infrastructure, including new bridge weight limits and a $74,872 engineering agreement for bridge replacement!

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3 months ago

Emergency management presents updated Hazard Mitigation Plan; local adoption motion introduced County emergency management presented the state- and FEMA-approved five-year Kansas Online Security Region 1 Hazard Mitigation Plan and a commissioner moved to adopt a local-adoption resolution. The transcript records the motion; the spoken record of a final roll-call vote was not explicit in the audio.

Geary County is one step closer to securing vital funding for recovery projects with the approval of their updated Hazard Mitigation Plan!

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3 months ago

Geary County approves three‑year transfer‑station contract and considers tipping‑fee increase Public Works presented and the commission approved a three‑year contract with Hams for the county transfer station that shifts some liability for trailer fires to a 50/50 split with a $180,000 annual cap and anticipates rising tipping fees (proposed to $76/ton) to keep the fee fund self‑sustaining.

Geary County has just approved a controversial three-year contract that could lead to a 19% increase in tipping fees—are you ready for the impact on your wallet?

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3 months ago

Geary County hears two jail options; architects recommend keeping newest wing and rebuilding older sections HNN Architects presented two schematic options for Geary County’s jail: a renovation anchored to the existing newer addition (Option 1, ~166 beds) and a full rebuild on the north parking lot (Option 2, ~188 beds). Commissioners raised parking, staffing and funding concerns and agreed to form a working group.

Geary County commissioners are weighing two major options for their jail's future: renovate the existing facility or build a new one, but which path will ensure safety, efficiency, and community needs?

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5 months ago

KDOT bridge work on I‑70/K‑18 will require off‑route detours; county coordinates emergency access and public meeting County staff and emergency management briefed commissioners on major KDOT bridge work that will close portions of local roads and divert traffic onto Whiskey Lake Road. Officials said large drilled piers and overnight I‑70 closures for girder setting are planned; KDOT will hold a public meeting with the Secretary of Transportation at the local fire

Major construction on the I-70/K-18 bridge is set to cause detours and overnight closures, raising concerns about emergency access and local traffic.

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5 months ago

Health department reports active tuberculosis case, staffing cuts and tight year‑end finances Geary County health department reported an active tuberculosis case under investigation and isolated, temporary staff reductions because of lost grant funding, and said it is operating under a spending freeze pending year‑end funding; commissioners closed the Board of Health session after the update.

Geary County's Health Department is on high alert after identifying an active tuberculosis case, all while grappling with significant budget cuts and staffing challenges.

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5 months ago

Officials discuss comprehensive plan update, regional coordination with Fort Riley and Flint Hills Regional Council Geary County participants discussed how a proposed comprehensive plan update would support Fort Riley, the roles of the Flint Hills Regional Council and the MPO, and local priorities such as Taylor Road and Timber Road; no formal action was taken.

Geary County officials are gearing up to reshape their comprehensive plan, focusing on local priorities and support for Fort Riley, but clarity on the timeline and public input remains a hot topic.

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6 months ago

Sheriff's Sale Rescheduled to November 8 for Better Attendance Committee reschedules sheriff's sale to November 8 for increased community participation.

The Geary County Commission is rescheduling the sheriff's sale to November 8 to boost community participation, ensuring more voices are heard!

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6 months ago

City of Milford seeks grants for wastewater and infrastructure projects Milford City Council approves support for grants to enhance wastewater and infrastructure projects.

Geary County Commissioners are making strides with new employee policies and supporting crucial grants for local infrastructure projects!

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6 months ago

Commission Approves New Employee Handbook Effective October 1 and Halloween Costume Contest Plans The commission approved a new employee handbook and discussed plans for a Halloween costume contest.

Geary County is transforming its workplace culture with a new employee handbook and exciting plans for a Halloween costume contest!

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6 months ago

Commission Considers Sale of 1042 Grant Avenue to Outdoor Unlimited Commission reviews $500 offer from Outdoor Unlimited for dilapidated 1042 Grant Avenue property.

The Geary County Commission is poised to make a game-changing decision on the sale of a dilapidated property that could reshape local development—will the community support this new direction?

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7 months ago

Fire District Budget Hearing Concludes With Unanimous Votes For Library And Water Districts Council members unanimously approve budgets for fire, library, and water districts for 2026.

Geary County's latest budget hearing saw unanimous approval for essential services, ensuring fiscal responsibility and community support for the upcoming year!

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7 months ago

CVV Board Discusses Budget and Grants Ahead of World Cup Preparation CVV board addresses budget concerns and plans grants for local businesses before World Cup.

The Geary County Commission is unveiling exciting plans to beautify local businesses ahead of the World Cup, while also enhancing community engagement and transparency.

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7 months ago

Goodyears Cover Publication and Road Costs, Avoiding Need for Bond Goodyears agree to pay costs, eliminating the need for a bond for road work.

In a surprising twist, Goodyear has stepped up to cover road improvement costs in Geary County, eliminating the need for a complicated bond and simplifying the project process.

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7 months ago

Gary County Fire Chief Reports 90 Fires Year To Date Amid Emergency Management Training Fire Chief Burgess details ongoing fire incidents and upcoming training for emergency responders.

Geary County is facing a concerning rise in fire incidents this year, prompting vital emergency training for local responders to ensure public safety.

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7 months ago

County Commission Approves Crosswalk Project Near Aldi's on Chestnut Street Commission moves forward with a dedicated crosswalk project to enhance safety on Chestnut.

Geary County is taking bold steps to boost community safety with a proposed speed limit reduction and a new crosswalk project near Aldi's!

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7 months ago

Local Leaders Discuss Energy Shortages During Evergy Meeting in Western Kansas Officials address energy supply inadequacies impacting regional business development at meeting.

Local leaders gathered in Geary County to tackle urgent energy supply issues that threaten business growth and explored innovative risk management solutions to secure a brighter future.

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7 months ago

City Council Delays Noise Resolution Agenda until Next Week's Meeting City council decides to postpone noise resolution discussion to the following week's agenda.

The Geary County Commission is putting the brakes on the noise ordinance resolution, giving residents a chance to weigh in at next week's meeting!

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7 months ago

Flint Hills Regional Council secures OLDCC grant for comprehensive community planning Flint Hills Regional Council applies for OLDCC grant to fund a comprehensive plan.

Geary County is poised to transform its future with a new grant that could enhance community planning and resources—don’t miss the latest updates from the Commission meeting!

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7 months ago

Military Affairs Council Discusses Veteran Events and Community Projects The council plans veteran's parade, community events, and discusses upcoming projects.

The Geary County Commission is gearing up for an exciting lineup of events to honor veterans and boost community spirit, including a parade and the rescheduled Apple Days celebration!

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7 months ago

Community Event Draws 71 Visitors to Junction City for Local Insight and Networking Kansas dialogue hosted 71 visitors for community tours and engagement events in Junction City.

Geary County is on the brink of transformation with a new facility to support residents transitioning to independent living and exciting partnerships aimed at boosting workforce development!

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7 months ago

Election Committee Certifies Candidates Advancing to November General Election Election results confirmed with no discrepancies; six candidates advance to general election.

Geary County's recent election results are in, with Terry Butler leading the pack as six candidates advance to the November general election amidst a flawless audit confirming the integrity of the process.

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