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Commissioners review budget proposals, approve payables and minutes

Board of County Commissioners of Ottawa County, Kansas ยท April 28, 2025
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Summary

Commissioners discussed a proposed 5% cut to the commissioner's budget and agreed to continue review; they approved accounts payable of $31,620.61 and the April 21, 2025 minutes by 3-0 votes and noted the federal Safe Streets grant deadline on June 26.

County Clerk Tammi Cox distributed budget paperwork to department heads and answered budget-related questions. Commissioner Duane Morris presented a version of the commissioner's budget that showed a proposed 5 percent reduction; the board agreed to take additional time before deciding and planned to revisit the matter at the next meeting.

The commission approved accounts payable totaling $31,620.61 and voted to approve the minutes of April 21, 2025; both motions passed 3-0. Commissioner Scott Mortimer highlighted the U.S. Department of Transportation Safe Streets and Roads grant opportunity, noting the program has substantial funding and a June 26 deadline; Public Works Director Chris Smith said he would examine the county's action plan for potential eligibility.

Other commissioner comments included operational notes about Golden Wheel meal coverage and recaps of recent regional association meetings. The meeting adjourned at 11:43 a.m.