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Public Works reports crack-sealing prep, inspector named for Old Highway 81 project

Ottawa County, Kansas Board of County Commissioners · May 11, 2026
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Summary

Public Works Director Chris Smith updated commissioners on completed projects since March 9, the upcoming county-wide crack sealing effort, and said Kirkham Michael will serve as inspector for the Old Highway 81 project; FEMA reimbursement material for 230th south of Highway 18 was submitted and is pending.

Chris Smith, Ottawa County Public Works Director, provided an update on Road & Bridge operations and projects. He reported a list of completed projects since March 9, said the department is preparing for a county-wide crack sealing effort that will require full crew participation, and stated that Kirkham Michael was selected as the inspector for the Old Highway 81 project.

Smith told the Board he submitted documentation to FEMA regarding storm-related damage on 230th south of Highway 18 and is waiting for FEMA to respond about reimbursement. He also noted that the landfill is leased. Commissioner Carla Grund said she will work on a Capital Improvement Plan for Road & Bridge to assist longer-term planning.