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A Freedom Claims representative told the board that, as of the meeting date, Chase County’s reserves stood at $78,018.60. The representative said the report covered January–March 2025 (the plan’s third year) and showed the county running roughly 6–8% under the projected annual figure during that snapshot period. Net savings after program adjustments were shown at roughly $20,003.94 for the three months reported.

The vendor representative explained the plan structure: a higher deductible policy administered via UnitedHealthcare with a secondary Freedom Claims plan that processes some claims in a two‑step claims flow. The board discussed prescription costs, generic‑vs‑brand utilization (the group’s generic utilization was reported at about 89.8%), and the importance of continuing to build reserves. County staff described the reserve as the primary metric to gauge future premium strategy and benefit enhancements.

Commissioners asked about likely renewal guidance and were told to plan for a 15% target increase as a conservative planning figure; the representative said actual renewals vary and the county’s current funding structure (not fully level‑funded) gives flexibility.

At the same meeting the commissioners approved a contract with Cindy Jensen, certified public accountant, for the county audit and separate budget assistance for $15,650; the board clarified the audit contract is for the audit work and that budget assistance would be covered under a separate letter as needed.

Ending: The board took the update for the record; no change in benefits or plan design was made at the meeting. Staff will continue to monitor claims, reserves and upcoming renewal options and will return with numbers for budget work sessions.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","05/12/2025 Chase County Commissioners's Personal Meeting Room","oneSentenceSummary","County trustees received a three‑month snapshot of the Freedom Choice health plan showing $78,018.60 in reserves and projected savings; commissioners approved a separate audit contract.","taxTitle","Chase County, Kansas","taxId",72902,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6567745,"Local charity outlines Blue Cross coordinating grant to expand health‑related services in Chase County",161,11537000,11698000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3272500-9f358a3024d9b627e57380c739323b5b&start=11537&end=11698","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3272500-9f358a3024d9b627e57380c739323b5b/thumbnail_11537000.jpg","/articles/6567745/Chase-County/Kansas/Local-charity-outlines-Blue-Cross-coordinating-grant-to-expand-healthrelated-services-in-Chase-County","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6567745-06228d8be1e7400a554cc2acfd705587/orig.mp4?Expires=1773587886&Signature=GWmr05ca8bWxhvuAF0cls-0a0GXimyyaRhJTCqzYfemhERIp2I8VDDI7f4bYSSibv4v9n3bxSe6wAByQ9U1fDMEjHT4djtXJOvuF9rQhxR4WUPeUmJBuY0PooaZNcm1UYY4MfJx6cRpm4yBgM4SRwUfW66XJQWEH~8p9l-en8A427KzIOG5BFNAhiJzxuzte5Yma~BUF3jLiq-2x5n9M1705rLd~fPvO1ioDLr~5EjUAI2yavFX-WDK6xs9iSwxl-t6rYEbqL0vhgWOUtif9QEtEJY1-fVZiwwcRY9uvMGrH5V~r8gsH1-7FzlXNxvDSHiIhsZkGgSXTeL4JYcdHqw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Representatives of Chase County Care & Compassion (C4) briefed commissioners on a coordinating grant awarded by Blue Cross Blue Shield and outlined plans for five implementing grants that would fund projects across health and social‑service pathways.

Carrie (last name not provided) and Rachel (last name not provided) told the commissioners that C4 received the coordinating grant in January and said Chase County is one of 19 Kansas communities selected for the program. The coordinating grant funds planning and partner recruitment; implementing grants will be awarded later to the partner organizations that will carry out specific projects.

The five proposed pathways presented to the board were:
- Food pantry packet: improve pantry operations, adopt healthier food guidelines and apply for implementing funds to repair building needs (C4 is already operating a food pantry with a recent Tressler grant, volunteers and distribution work).
- Recreational trails: map public trails in Chase County, create digital maps for the chamber and county web pages and produce signage to encourage use; the county was mentioned as a possible fiduciary partner for this work.
- Behavioral health: partner with Crosswinds to develop outreach and resources emphasizing mental health and community services.
- Youth physical activity: purchase bicycles and transport/storage equipment to run school and weekend bicycle programs with the school district and the recreation commission.
- Healthy‑related social needs (resource directory): create a real‑time resource map and directory for new families and residents listing churches, health care, education and service hotlines; Chase County Public Health was discussed as an implementing partner.

C4 leaders described existing operations at the food pantry: distributions that serve roughly 70–80 families per distribution, delivery to housing sites for residents unable to attend, and a Friday food program that provides about 90 bags weekly at a cost the group estimated at $5–$7 per bag. The pantry also provides hygiene products to school‑aged children and adjusts food packages to meet dietary restrictions (peanut, dye and dairy allergies were noted).

Carrie told the commissioners the applying entity must be a preexisting organization with governance documents and financial procedures; C4 serves as the organizational partner but said the implementing partners would receive and manage grant funds for each pathway. The presenters said C4 expects no county funding request at this time and that most technical and implementation support would be provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield program staff.

Commissioners asked about potential county roles; presenters said the county could serve as a fiduciary for one or more projects if needed and welcomed coordination. No formal action or funding request was made during the meeting.

Ending: Commissioners received the update and did not take action; staff said they would consider potential partnership or fiduciary roles if presenters request them in the future.","Chase County Care & Compassion leaders described a Blue Cross Blue Shield coordinating grant and five implementing grant pathways including food pantry improvements, trails mapping, behavioral health outreach, youth physical activity and a resource directory.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6567749,"Votes at a glance: Chase County commissioners approve warrants, contracts and tax‑sale authorization",252,2593000,2845000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3272500-9f358a3024d9b627e57380c739323b5b&start=2593&end=2845","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3272500-9f358a3024d9b627e57380c739323b5b/thumbnail_2593000.jpg","/articles/6567749/Chase-County/Kansas/Votes-at-a-glance-Chase-County-commissioners-approve-warrants-contracts-and-taxsale-authorization","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6567749-1b3f3e93005b70f942c1034aba8631a0/orig.mp4?Expires=1773587886&Signature=bkVQkdSsBONPFLHi0udiDfKrGHgyTHFcI8FKiMvS0kzCgr-W~EZWs26GOUW0Sm2RAss3SW2K9F2bbXa7dC-Ozy4MIBvoSAmDlKKm8zRKB5ixqhUOgIp4DzyfcuJlIIc3JQjKV9Zm00ggzpIliLhHEXG3lFUarTiRpKOrtWloWtzo3WIgH7jYOHqRYrd2K4VR1PuQr5n-20STMNEZWekFavM6d6vvcgugAbWGIGSIUM8zW-sXlxk1hvXC8lFcWwsOT-oBqMvPhr-EAYlcpl8jzIkPnwQ9RVuHGzccf4YP1LWhM3WEmEta9VctzTyx3nja-LkqlhDXCWXutV2ONCOakg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Chase County commissioners on May 12 voted on a series of routine and substantive items including approval of warrants, minutes, multiple contracts, a small grant request and authorization for the county attorney to begin the tax‑sale process.

The board approved the meeting warrants and the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting by voice votes. The board then approved a request from the city of Cottonwood Falls for $1,500 from the county’s crime prevention fund to support the city’s July 3, 2025 fireworks display; Commissioner Miller recorded an abstention on that vote.

The commissioners approved a contract with Cindy Jensen, certified public accountant, to conduct the county audit and assist with the budget for $15,650. They also approved an appraisal services contract with Macaulay Group for $15,300 to support valuation work the county uses for tax rolls and reappraisal tasks.

The board signed a renewal of a lease used for road equipment (the Road Raider lease) on the same terms as a prior 2021 agreement.

The commissioners authorized the county attorney to begin the statutory notice process to pursue a tax sale for properties that have delinquent taxes. The motion directs the attorney and treasurer to notify homeowners and other property owners of impending tax‑sale proceedings and to return with timing details.

Finally, the board authorized staff to sign purchase documents for a new Kenworth dump truck and to solicit financing; that item is covered separately in the meeting.

Votes at a glance (as recorded in the meeting):
- Approve warrants for 05/12/2025 — motion moved and seconded; voice vote: aye; motion carried.
- Approve minutes from 04/30/2025 — motion moved and seconded; voice vote: aye; motion carried.
- Approve Cottonwood Falls request from crime prevention fund for fireworks — motion passed; Commissioner Miller abstained.
- Approve contract with Cindy Jensen, CPA, $15,650 for audit and budget assistance — motion passed.
- Approve contract with Macaulay Group (appraisal services), $15,300 — motion passed.
- Sign Road Raider lease (same terms as 2021 lease) — motion passed; signatures to be collected.
- Authorize county attorney to initiate tax‑sale notice process for delinquent properties — motion passed.
- Approve purchase of Kenworth T880 dump truck and authorization to seek financing — motion passed.

Ending: Staff will return with financing proposals, timing for any tax‑sale proceedings and any required contract documents for signature.","At its May 12 meeting the Chase County Board of Commissioners approved warrants and minutes, authorized several contracts including a county audit, approved a grant request and voted to authorize county attorney to begin tax‑sale notices.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6567754,"Chase County approves purchase of Kenworth dump truck, authorizes financing",1137,10228000,11365000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3272500-9f358a3024d9b627e57380c739323b5b&start=10228&end=11365","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3272500-9f358a3024d9b627e57380c739323b5b/thumbnail_10228000.jpg","/articles/6567754/Chase-County/Kansas/Chase-County-approves-purchase-of-Kenworth-dump-truck-authorizes-financing","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6567754-6c00a242708a098aad14a02e62aafbfd/orig.mp4?Expires=1773587886&Signature=DDuvfp6l8fPfLAjWGNSsbdNlyQx3MzJd95zyFtBYNRAjS9zuylBIfqrl5JsFUk9oBINAl6k9Q6oLo~lZWUvViNZYCCH8urwxAqeoHIDh5SID6rRoEq5pRTmaEk28sX~OALelKU4l1ItO13TbWWa2vZ9nqDWU3RcYjNBCmOKYTnS9ixzEiXVmbCAkNksite6FKEAHdIGEdBLuA9uAD4cwI3La3KIV0vrfxw1KirLeVntdzMI8dnLAJD2GVZIFREWkua-ybB3O1IxAHcPOGHALUU1UdWrdLMnX0LCzr9RmKZhjY3hZYaCB1Jo72h4esmOZEmHkajKnYRYNwzyuN0orlQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Chase County commissioners voted Tuesday to buy a 2025 Kenworth T880 dump truck from MasterTech Truck & Equipment and authorized staff to solicit financing for the purchase.

The board voted after a presentation from David Williams of MasterTech and county maintenance staff about pricing, warranty options and discounts available on in‑stock trucks. Williams told commissioners the dealer could apply a program discount and a credit tied to repairs on a previously serviced truck, reducing the county’s net purchase price.

Commissioners were briefed on a 7‑year, 200,000‑mile extended warranty that covers engine after‑treatment, transmissions and other major components. “That total package” including telematics and towing coverage, Williams said, could be offered at a reduced price under the dealer’s municipal program.

The county’s maintenance superintendent outlined how the county plans to repurpose older dump‑truck beds into semi‑tractors later in the fleet cycle to stretch equipment life and reduce purchase costs. Commissioners and staff also discussed tariffs and changes to emissions and electrical systems on future model years, and noted that in‑stock 2025 models avoid some of those near‑term uncertainties.

Commissioner discussion focused on timing, financing structure and whether to proceed now or delay until later model years. County staff said the dealer’s quoted price and discounts were valid through June 11 and recommended moving forward while the stock and discounts remain available.

The motion, which included authority for staff to seek bank financing with consistent parameters across lenders, passed by voice vote. Commissioners instructed the county manager to return with financing proposals and payment schedules that fit next year’s budget.

The county’s roads superintendent said the plan is to keep the county’s replacement schedule on a roughly 10‑year rotation and to convert earlier dump trucks into tractors when practical, which he said reduces total lifecycle cost. He also said the county will revisit the plan if market conditions change.

The county will now solicit financing terms and finalize the purchase order with MasterTech. Staff said they expect lead times of roughly 45–60 days for delivery from available stock and will return to the board with a recommended financing package.

Ending: Commissioners approved the purchase and instructed staff to seek financing; staff will report financing options and a final purchase order at a future meeting.","Chase County commissioners voted to buy a 2025 Kenworth dump truck from MasterTech and approved seeking financing; board members discussed warranty, tariff risks and a credit offset for prior repairs.","actionData","errors"]

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