COMMISSION MINUTES, OCTOBER 13, 2008

The Board of Washington County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, October 13, 2008, in the commission room at the Washington County Courthouse. Present: Alison Mueller, 1^st District Commissioner; Marcia Funke, 2^nd District Commissioner; Gene Helms, 3^rd District Commissioner, Jason Brinegar, County Attorney and Lou Kern, County Clerk.

Chairman Helms called the meeting to order with prayer.

Next regular meeting will be Monday, October 20, 2008 at 8:30 A.M.

Alison Mueller reported on her investigation of a complaint that she had received about 3^rd and Thunder Roads in Kimeo Township. The matter was discussed with David Willbrant, Public Works Administrator.

Sheila Ouellette, Communications Director, reported that by 2011 the FCC will mandate the requirement that usage of VHF will go from 25mghz to 12.5 mghz and will require a modification of the license. A plan will need to be developed to update equipment that is currently in use. Sheila asked the board to consider making the evening of December 24 a holiday for those who have to work.

Alison Mueller moved to adopt Resolution No. 15-08 cancelling outstanding checks that are over two years old. Marcia Funke seconded and motion carried.

Duane Bruna, Noxious Weed and Solid Waste Director, reported that the Public Works department has hauled in ballast rock at the office area. Schwab Eaton Engineers estimated that it will cost $4,000.00 to perform the requirements of a KDHE survey. Duane also reported on routine maintenance matters.

Christy L’Ecuyer, Business Coordinator, reported on attendance at monthly meetings and recent business contacts. A gentleman that is doing a documentary on rural Kansas will visit the county in early November.

David Willbrant, Public Works Administrator, gave weekly work report and monthly budget report. Marcia Funke moved to approve the fuel quote of $21,579.00 from Kramer Oil. Alison Mueller seconded and motion carried. Alison Mueller moved to adopt Resolution No. 16-08 endorsing transportation improvements for Washington County concerning the enactment of the Kansas Legislature of a new state-wide comprehensive transportation program. Marcia Funke seconded and motion carried. Marcia Funke moved to sign a utility permit with Blue Valley Telecommunications Inc. to lay fiber optic cable at various locations in Hanover Township. Alison Mueller seconded and motion carried. Marcia Funke moved to enter into a lease purchase agreement with the Bank of Palmer for the lease purchase of a Volvo excavator. Alison Mueller seconded and motion carried.

At 12:05 P.M. Alison Mueller moved to go into executive session with Jason Brinegar, County Attorney, for 10 minutes to discuss non elected personnel. Marcia Funke seconded and motion carried. At 12:15 P.M. the board returned to regular session. No action was taken.

The meeting adjourned at 12:16 P.M.