Heather, a county staff member, told the Pratt County Commission that “the City of Pratt was awarded a cost share grant from KDOT for the Maple Street extension,” a project she said should help a nearby housing development and allow heavier traffic across a bridge.

She also said the Kansas state transportation plan is open for public comment and that “there is one project on there for amendment in Pratt County” involving culvert replacements and shoulder expansions between 60th and 70th Avenue. Heather said she could not determine from the online information whether the change was to the project’s cost or scope and that the public comment period is due July 7.

The county did not take formal action on either item during the meeting. Heather identified the Pratt County project area as northwest in response to a commissioner question. The commission was informed of the grant award to the City of Pratt and the state plan amendment so members could track any needed local coordination or public comment.

Commissioners asked no follow-up motions; staff noted the deadline for public comment and that additional details would be investigated if needed.