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Residents press commissioners for update on proposed hog facility

Ottawa County Board of County Commissioners · August 11, 2025

Summary

During public forum residents asked the commissioners for information about a proposed hog (swine) facility; Commissioner Scott Mortimer said the board is awaiting a Kansas Attorney General ruling and has taken no further action pending that opinion.

Residents raised concerns about a proposed hog (swine) facility during the Aug. 11 public forum, seeking an update on the county's position.

Brandon Copple asked for information about the hog facility. Commissioner Scott Mortimer responded that "we are waiting to hear from the Attorney General on a ruling," indicating the board had not taken further county action while awaiting legal guidance.

Kathy Scharplaz also referenced an AVI open house and the proposed swine facility, and Renette Steinbrock said residents were gathering signatures and suggested establishing a county water commission to address related concerns. The commissioners did not take formal action on the matter at the meeting; Mortimer’s comment frames the current status as contingent on the Attorney General’s opinion.

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