BY ANDY TAYLOR
Montgomery County Chronicle
CANEY — Two Caney residents were arrested late Tuesday night, July 8, after a marijuana growing operation was found in a local home.
Rick Pell, police chief, said Tim and Teresa Ingram were arrested in their home at 110 E. Third following the execution of a search warrant. Pell said an anonymous tip from a citizen alerted the Caney Police Department to the marijuana cultivation operation in the Ingrams’ attic.
Pell described the operation as “sophisticated” because of the volume and arrangement of equipment used in the growth of marijuana plants. The equipment included a water circulation system that recycled the water used in the plants’ growth. Various fertilizers and other plant growth-related chemicals were found in the attic as were several growing lights that were set up on a timing device to provide the optimum amount of light.
Two rooms in the attic were used in the operation. One room started as an incubator for the marijuana seeds while a second room contained more mature plants. Dried marijuana leaves were found throughout the attic and throughout the house, including in the kitchen and freezer.
Several hand-written notes on the wall of the attic revealed some of the ratios of chemicals used in the cloning and/or fertilization of the marijuana plants, Pell said.
Other drug paraphernalia was found in a detached garage, Pell said.
The street value of the confiscated marijuana was estimated between $150,000 and $200,000, Pell said.
“This was definitely a large-scale operation – very sophisticated,” he said.
Upon entering the home, police discovered Tim Ingram in his bedroom reaching for a gun in a dresser. Law enforcement officers were able to nab Ingram before he was able to clutch the weapon in a clothes drawer.
Two children in the home were taken into protective custody following the Ingrams’ arrests, and Pell said the Ingrams would likely face several charges, including child endangerment and possession of marijuana with intent to sell. Formal charges are expected to be issued against the couple later in the week.
Pell said police officers and other law enforcement officers involved in the arrests and investigation were troubled to find marijuana pipes and marijuana leaves sitting next to various children’s articles, including markers and coloring books, on a coffee table in the Ingram living room.
“I think that pretty tells the story of this family,” he said.
Members of the Coffeyville Police Department and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department assisted the Caney Police Department in the arrest of the Ingrams as well as the follow-up investigation.
“This is the second major drug bust we’ve had in Caney in as many weeks,” said Pell, noting that a methamphetamine laboratory was discovered in a South McGee Street home two weeks ago.
Pell urged citizens to contact the Caney Police Department concerning suspected drug activity in their neighborhood.
SALES & AUCTIONS:
PRIVATE SALE: O’Brien Mini Storage is hereby given notice that on July 24, 2008, a private sale at 10 a.m. will be held for the purpose of satisfying a landlord’s lien on the contents of self serve storage rooms. All goods described household. Unit #05-12-12A-31; 24 and 29, Baxter; 26, 31, 25, 03, 16 Oswego. LC28-1t
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HUGE RUMMAGE-ESTATE SALE: Furniture, antiques, carnival glass, guns, toys, welder, dishes, clothing, books, lots other! Friday-Saturday 8-5; Sunday 1-5, 11079 Rooks Road, Oswego, 620-795-4702. LC28-1t
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HAVANA: Toddler clothing 3T and down, toys, adult clothing, some furniture and knick-knacks. Havana, one block west of post office, Saturday 8 to ? Rain will cancel.
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CANEY: Two family yard sale, Saturday, July 12, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. One mile east of Caney 4-way stop, turn north at Kopco go 1.1 miles. Boat w/70h motor, compound bow, Little Tykes toys, saddles, golf clubs and more toys. MC-H28-1tp
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SEDAN: Multi-family garage sale. Saturday, July 12, 8:30 - ? 422 West Cherokee. Baby and children’s items. Lots of misc. CQ28-1tp
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MOLINE: Anna Brown estate sale. July 18-19, 9-6. 210 N. Pine, Apt. 5. Bedroom suite, dining set. Lots of misc. 2 orange/tweed recliners. CQ28-2tb
ITEMS FORS ALE:
AIR CONDITIONER FOR SALE: 18,000 BTU. Good condition. $125. Call (620) 336-2498. MC-T28-1tp
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BARRELS: Trash barrels with lids, $5 each; white plastic barrels, $10 each. 1004 Mulberry, 620-236-7267. LC20-tf
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APPLIANCES: Whirlpool refrigerator, 5 years old; Hotpoint Refrigerator; Woods Frost Free Upright Freezer, all work good. 620-597-2680, 918-533-6000. LC27-tf
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ANTIQUE BUFFET FOR SALE: Nice antique buffet, excellent condition, $350 firm. Call 620-577-2231. CQ19-tfn-nc
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SHIPPING CONTAINERS: 20×8x8; 40×8x8; 48×8.5×9.5. Camlock doors, hardwood floors support forklift. Delivery available. 1-785-655-9430 Solomon; 620-277-2367 Garden City.www.chuckhenry.com complete web listing, photos, specs, pricing. (KCAN)
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PIANOS: Cutting Wheat? We’re cutting prices! Over 125 grand, vertical and digital pianos by Kawai, Steinway, Yamaha, Baldwin & more. Mid-America Piano, Manhattan, www.piano4u.com. 1-800-950-3774. (KCAN)
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HOT TUBS: Hot Tubs, Walk In Bathubs, Infrared Saunas, factory direct pricing. Call 1-800-869-0406 for price list and pictures. We deliver. Town Center Showcase, Lincoln, NE. (KCAN)
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SWIMMING POOL: Pool Cool! Cool Off in a Huge 31’x19’ Pool w/deck, fence, filter, ladders. Only $799! 100% financing! w.a.c. Install extra. 3-Day Installation! Call! 1(800)852-7946 limited area. (KCAN)
VEHICLES FOR SALE:
3 WHEEL ELECTRIC HANDICAP SCOOTER, has 2 new 8 hr. batteries. Gave $2,800. 5 years old, Looks like New. $400 Firm. Call 1-620-778-1941. LC28-1tp
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19’ BASSTRACKER BOAT w/ 110 hp motor, trolling motor, fish finder, trailer has new lights, $3500 OBO. 620-795-4680, 620-423-2415 leave message. LC25-tf
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1993 SUZUKI 800 INTRUDER MOTORCYCLE: One Owner, Low Miles, 50 MPG, Always Garaged, Excellent condition, $2950. 918-541-5123. LC27-tf
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CAR AUCTION: ‘67 Big block Corvette, ‘68 Plymouth GTX, ‘59 Willys Jeepster & more at The Branson Auction, Sept. 12-13. Consign your car today! 800-335-3063. www.bransonauction.com. (KCAN)
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1989 FORD RANGER PARTS: Rebuilt transmission, 3,000 miles on it; transfer case; both axles; 3 inch suspension lift. 918-533-0611. LC39-tf
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1986 FORD THUNDERBIRD: V6, automatic, PS, PB, air, CD player, new tires, 98,000 miles, $2,000. 620-795-2617 or 620-778-3747. LC15-tf
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2005 FORD F-150 XL: 2WD, 4.2L V6, 5 speed, 50,000 miles, bug shield, tinted windows, window visors, tool box, bed liner, towing package, custom side decals, new tires. 918-533-0611. L27-tf
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1980 EL CAMINO: 1980 Chevy El Camino, 267 cu. inches, auto, no rust, no dents, new tires, all original, runs great. $3900 or best offer. Call 620-647-8130. MC-W28-4tp
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TRUCKS/TRAILER For Sale: 1998 GMC Sonoma 2WD - 2002 Dodge Ram 1500, Quad Cab, 2WD - 2007 Park, 16 1/2 ft. flat bed trailer. Call Richard or Marty at 620-374-2127. CQ27-2tb
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RV FOR SALE: 1981 Winnebego RV, $1,700. Howard, Kan. 620-515-4939. CQ25-tfn
Want to Make a Difference?
SPECIAL NOTICES:
EMT Informational Meeting: Elk County EMS will be holding an informational meeting at the Ambulance Barn, 130 S. Pennsylvania, Howard, KS on Saturday, July 12th at 8:00 AM. Find out what it takes to be an EMT. Education could be available for qualifying persons. Elk County offers medical benefits, KPERS, vacation and more for full time employees. Must be 18 years or older to attend. Call Ken Mitchell at 620-374-3505 for questions. CQ27-2tb
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International Students: Host a high school-aged international student from one of 40 different countries. Call today for more information. Sudy at 1-877-238-8729. (KCAN)
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Kansas Shrine Bowl: July 26, Emporia, Benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. 1.800.530.5524, ksshrine.com. 5K, Arts & Crafts Fair, Parade, Poker Run, Kids Fair, HS Combine, All-Star Football, and MORE. (KCAN)
BID NOTICES:
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
1988 Mazda pickup truck
The City of Caney, Kansas is accepting sealed bids on a 1998 Mazda pick-up truck. The truck is being sold “as is”. Arrangements can be made to view the truck by calling City Hall at (620) 879-2772. All bids must be in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Mazda Pick-Up Truck Bid” and brought to the Office of the City Clerk between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Bids must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 18, 2008. Bids will be opened at the City Council meeting on Monday, July 21, 2008. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. MG-C28-1tb
WANTED:
WANTED: Old, obsolete firearms. Gun parts bought and sold. Freedom Gun Shop, Chetopa. 620-236-7177. LC40-tf
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WANTED: Junk cars and trucks, pay cash. 918-533-2417, 7 days a week. LC23-26tp
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PETS & ANIMALS:
HORSES: 13 hands tall, 5 yr. old Appaloosa mare, loveable and rideable, $250; 14 hands tall, 5 yr. old Quarter Horse, $250; 15 hands tall, 8 yr. old Arabian Mare, very tame, rides well, $600 with tack and saddle. 918-541-3820. LC27-tf
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FREE DOG to good home. 620-597-2680 or 918-533-7940. LC27-tf
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FREE TO GOOD HOME: Adult cats and kittens. We will pay to have them spayed/neutered. Call (620) 795-2144 and leave a message. LC28-1t
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Free to a good home! Two black nine week old rabbits. Hand raised and friendly. To be given as pets only! Call after 5 p.m. 620-647-3342. CQ28-1tb
LOST & FOUND:
REWARD: For the return of 1 year old neutered male cat. Long-haired, white with orange markings. Answers to “Joe”. Lost in Oswego. Children’s pet. Very sadly missed. Call (620) 795-2144 or (620) 795-2487. Please leave message. LC28-1t
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REWARD OFFERED: Lost – Willie, 11-month old, all gray, neutered male cat. Contact Bill or Vicky Haselwood, 620-336-2585, Cherryvale. MG-H28-2tp
HELP WANTED:
CNA Position on 2-10 and 10-6 shift. Full time shift differential. Contact Dana at Chetopa Manor, 814 Walnut, Chetopa, KS or 620-236-7248. LC27-5t
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ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for full time pre-press operator with Macintosh experience using Quark, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and other related programs. Day shift position for motivated, reliable individual. Send resume to P.O. Box 372, Parsons, KS 67357. LC27-2t
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PARAPROFESSIONAL: Caney Valley School District #436 is accepting applications for a Pre-Kindergarten Paraprofessional at Lincoln Elementary School. This is a full-time position. Applicant must meet the following requirements:
• Have a HS diploma or GED and
• Complete 48 hours at an institution of higher education or
• Obtain an associate’s (or higher) degree or
• Pass a State approved assessment that assesses the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
Applications for the position are available at the Board of Education Office, 700 E. Bullpup Blvd., Caney, KS 67333. Applications are due by Friday, July 18, 2008.
If you have any questions concerning the positions requirements, contact Jeannette Bellmyer at 620-879-9200.
Caney Valley Schools USD 436 is an equal opportunity and a drug free workplace.
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TEACHER: Zion Lutheran School seeks full time certified teacher for 5/6 grade for the 2008-2009 school year. Full benefit package. Resumes should be sent to Zion Lutheran School, 301 S. 11th Street, Independence, KS 67301. Call 620-332-3331 or zion@terraworld.net. MC-L27-2TB
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Flint Oak has an immediate full time opening for self-motivated, responsible individual. Position requires automotive / farm equipment repair and maintenance experience. Will also assist in farming, hunting, and shooting activities. Benefits include insurance, ITA/retirement with a competitive wage. Applications at flintoak.com/contact us/jobs, or call 620-658-4401 ask for Sharon or Rob.
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SERVICE REP: We are seeking dynamic, customer service oriented individuals with great communication and typing skills needed to work on behalf of our company. This service representative will earn up to $3,000 monthly. No job experience needed. email david.mark190@gmail.com if interested. CQ28-2tp
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CASE MANAGERS: Labette Center for Mental Health Service, Inc. is looking for individuals to work as Case Managers with Adults in our CSS program, and individuals to work as Case Managers with children in our CBS program. The position of a Case Manager requires a Bachelors degree in Human Services. Competitive salary and benefits include BCBS health insurance, life insurance and KPER’s retirement. Interested individuals can send a cover letter and resume to LCMHS, Inc. Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 258, Parsons, KS 67357-0258 or you can email your resume to khorn@lcmhs.com. Information about Labette Center for Mental Health Services, Inc. can be obtained at www.lcmhs.com. EOE. LC28-2t
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BORDER PATROL AGENTS: The United States Border Patrol is now hiring. Agent salary is approximately $70,000 per year within the first three years of employment. Border Patrol Agents enjoy excellent federal benefits that include medical and retirement plans. Call 1-888-376-6419 or visit www.borderpatrol.gov. (KCAN)
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Supplemental Income. Place & Supervise international high school students in families in your community! Training, compensation, international travel incentives. Call Sudy 1-877-238-8729. (KCAN)
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Awesome First Job!! Now hiring motivated sharp individuals to work and travel entire USA. Paid training. Transportation,Lodging furnished. Call today, Start tomorrow. 1-877-646-5050. (KCAN)
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Foremen to lead utility field crews. Outdoor physical work, many positions, paid training, $17/hr. plus weekly performance bonuses after promotion, living allowance when traveling, company truck and benefits. Must have strong leadership skills, good driving history, and be able to travel in Kansas and nearby States. Email resume to Recruiter25@osmose.com or apply online at www.OsmoseUtilities.com. EOE. M/F/D/V. (KCAN)
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Host Families sought for Foreign Exchange Students, 15-18 years old. Has own spending money & insurance, Call Today! American Intercultural Student Exchange, 1-800-SIBLING. www.aise.com. (KCAN)
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Nat’l Organization Now Hiring. Avg. Pay $20/hour or $57K/yr. including Federal Benefits and OT. Placed by adSource 1-866-498-6846. (KCAN)
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Drivers-Students: Start your new career with Sponsored Training or Tuition Reimbursement! Possible $40k 1st year! Exp’d Drivers ask about our $5000 Sign-on! www.ffeinc.com. 800-569-9232. (KCAN)
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Drivers: 13 Drivers Needed! Sign-on Bonus. 35-42 cpm. Earn over $1000 weekly. Excellent Benefits. Need CDL-A and 3 mos recent OTR. 800-635-8669. (KCAN)
AREA SERVICES:
DIVORCE, BANKRUPTCY: $35. Guaranteed. Name Change, Will, Incorporation, Win Lottery, Living Trust, Living Will, etc. 316-685-1112. www.legalselfkits.com. 2250 N. Rock Rd., #118-221 Wichita, KS 67226. MC-M28-1tp
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CARPET AND UPHOLSTERY CLEANING: 30 years experience, commercial or residential. Vernon Sandusky, 620-922-3322.
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UNCLE KEN’S COIN: Turn your broken unwanted gold jewelry into cash. Also buying old coins and currency. Uncle Ken’s Coin in Independence, 9-5 Weekdays, 10-3 Saturdays. 888-222-8058 toll free. MC-K24-6tb
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OSBORNE ROCK HAULING, LLC: Rock, Sand, Topsoil, Fill Dirt & Lime. 620-795-2749 or 620-423-2532. LC31-tf
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PLUMB & SQUARE CONSTRUCTION now offering seamless gutters, many color options; specializing in roofing; new construction, renovations; decks; custom handrail; sheet rock; plumbing; electrical; soffitt; fascia; painting; doors and windows. (620) 762-3561. Eric Blundell, Owner/Operator. LC41-tf
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Beeson Electric, LLC: Ben Beeson, Insured Electrician. New - Remodel - Home Repair - Oil Field, etc. 620-205-8046 CQ28-1tb
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WILLIAMS TREE SERVICE: Insured, free estimates, stump grinding, trees trimmed, brush and tree removal, chipper, bucket and grapple truck. Can’t reach or lift, call 620-374-2247. CQ1-tfn
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THOMAS TREE SERVICE: Tree trimming, removal and stump grinding, have chipper, grapple and bucket truck. Insured. Call for free estimates, 620-725-5722 or 620-249-8773. CQ-tfn
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GREENWOOD TREE SERVICE AND GENERAL EXCAVATION AND CONCRETE: Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Phone 620-778-9224. LC3-tf
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Lazy Bear Computers: in-home repair and upgrades. We come to you. 620-725-5465, 620-330-0330, www.lazybearcomputers.com. mjking@lazybearcomputers.com. CQ1-tfn
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That Computer Guy, Sedan, Kansas: Call Frank Fosnight for free estimates 620-725-4118. CQ25-tfn
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Gragg Dozer Service, Inc.
Dozers, trackhoe, motor-grader
and dump trucks
Basements-Ponds-Lagoons-tree removal-trenches-septic tanks
Pond waters and general dirt work
Hauling dirt, rock, gravel
Howard, Kan.
Bryce: 620-205-9933 / Ernie: 620-330-1467
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Dozer for hire: D8 and D6, trackhoe, dump trucks, new ponds, pond repairs, brush and hedge row clearing, road construction and rock hauling. Riggs Welding, (620) 736-2038. CQ1-tfn
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CUSTOM FENCE BUILDING
New, rebuilt, fence removal, clearing
Corrals and pens
HAROLD RIGGS FENCING
Severy, Kan.
620-736-2242 Cell 620-779-1813
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MR. HANDYMAN NOW HAS ROTO SEWER CLEANING SERVICE. Call 620-725-3010. CQ1-tfn
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SEPTIC TANKS: Sold and installed. Contact Roland Meisch at 620-374-2556. CQ1-tfn
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WICKHAM TRUCKING for your rock, sand, and dirt needs. Call 620-725-3317 or 620-249-2867. CQ1-tfn
Social Security disability claims; Saunders & Saunders Attorneys at Law. No recovery, No fee! 1-800-259-8548. (KCAN)
FOR RENT:
FOR RENT IN OSWEGO: Nice 3 bedroom home. Central H/A, Stove, Refrigerator and Garage w/Carport. Deposit Required. 646 Kansas. No Pets. $300/mo. + $300 deposit. Call 795-2653 after 5:30 p.m. LC26-tfn
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FOR RENT IN OSWEGO: 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath house, $350 month/ $350 deposit. 626 Kansas. 620-795-4390. LC28-2tp
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FOR RENT IN OSWEGO: OFFICE/STORE SPACE, approximately 2,000 sq. ft. in downtown Oswego on Commercial St. Call 405-691-1282 or 405-205-4398. LC18-tf
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FOR RENT IN OSWEGO: Nice 2 and 3 Bedroom mobile homes, 2 Bath, Appliances, Central Heat and AC. 620-795-2471. LC27-tf
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Hud Homes! 5/BR $524/Mo! 3 BR $199/Mo! 5% down 20 years @ 8% apr. for listings call 1-800-585-3560 ext. 8468. (KCAN)
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Howard Housing Authority have openings in our 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Apartments are well insulated, carpet in living room and bedroom, central heat and air. Each apartment has connections for a washer and dryer. City utilities are now paid directly to the Housing Authority so you won’t have the City utility deposits to pay. Come by for a look at our apartments with no obligation. Apply at 134 E. Washington, Howard, KS Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8-12 & 1-5. Equal Opportunity Housing. CQ28-1tb
REAL ESTATE:
Sedan: Two Excellent Home Sites: 220 N. Douglas has a “super location” to downtown; 601 N. Hooper is a “kid’s paradise.” Both are “quality built.” 220 N. Douglas has a “touch of yesteryear” and 601 N. Hooper has a “country atmosphere.” Both are a “delight to see” and we are proud to show them. Give us a call.
Longhorn Realty
121 N. Chautauqua • Sedan, Kansas
620-725-3321
620-346-2361. CQ28-2tb
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WEIGAND.COM
106 S. Cedar, Howard - Two bedroom, one bath, hardwood floors, CH/A, corner lot, $25,000.
333 S. Oak, Howard - Two bedroom, one bath, new windows and doors, central heat/air, garage, $20,000.
Judy Nungesser, Realtor
JP Weigand & Sons, Inc.
620-374-2400 - Howard
jnungesser@weigand.com
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Land for sale: 96 plus or minus acres, 50 acres tillable small pond with Plum Creek running through it, timber, lots of wildlife, excellent hunting, near hwy. 400 and 99 north, Severy, Kan., $100,000. Call 918-543-2488. CQ05-tfn
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OSWEGO: 5 BEDROOM, 3 bathroom ranch style home on (2.5) acres, 2290 sq. ft. with fireplace and deck in Oswego, KS. Located across the street from the golf course and 1/4 mile from high school. Remodeled in 2008. New flooring, $72,500. Call 620-236-7277. LC28-1t
MOBILE HOMES:
100% GOVERNMENT LOANS: Zero down if you own land or still owe money on your land. Brick skirting, porches, driveways, gutters and landscaping available (Site Built Appearance). Bad credit, OK. Trades welcome. Limited time only, FREE GAS for 6 months. Call 918-832-1776. MC-L28-4tb
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Government Loan Program for landowners. Zero down and low payments. Bad credit and bankruptcy is okay. Will remove existing homes. Improvement packages available. Call Heath at 918-576-3696 for your approval. CQ22-tfn
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New Close Outs: 2 - 28×80 homes with 2×6 walls, Thermo Tilt Windows, Northern Zone insulation, 4 ton central air, 16” o.c. studs through out, $62,900 each. Free delivery and set up within 100 miles. Financing available. Kansas Mobile Homes, 3627 Main, Parsons, Kansas. Daily till 6 p.m. Saturday 9-5, Sunday 12-5. CQ27-2tb
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SPECIAL GOVERNMENT PROGRAM: Zero Down, NO MONEY OUT OF YOUR POCKET! If you Own Land or Family will give you Land. Bad Credit OK. 918-832-9888. CQ26-6tb
ADOPTIONS:
ADOPTION: Affectionate, young couple has loving home to give your baby. We want to be there for you. Expenses paid. Please call Jackie and Scott at 1-866-230-8349. (KCAN)
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ADOPTION: A young happily married financially secure couple with
daughter long to share hearts and home with newborn. Expenses paid. Lauri/ Jonathan 1866-227-7747, Pin 7918. (KCAN)
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ADOPTION: Loving financially secure married couple want to give your newborn our love and a happy and secure home. Call our attorney about Amy/Ira 800-492-2011. (KCAN)
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS:
Airlines Are Hiring: Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance. (888) 349-5387. (KCAN)
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Attend College Online from home: Medical, business, paralegal, computers, criminal justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial aid if qualified. Call 866-858-2121, www.CenturaOnline.com. (KCAN)
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MISSOURI WELDING INSTITUTE: Nevada, Missouri. Become a Certified Pipe/Structural Welder. Graduate in 18 weeks, earn up to $35/hour. Companies calling weekly searching for our graduates. 1-800-667-5885. (KCAN)
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY:
ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE. Do you earn $800 in a day? Your own local candy route. Includes 30 Machines and Candy. All for $9995. 1-888-753-3441. (KCAN)
This week’s legal notices:
• City of Caney: Notice of Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
• City of Cherryvale: Bid solicitation for Cherryvale Library project.
• City of Cherryvale: Proposals for Community Development Block Grant.
• Endeavor Energy Resources: Permit to dispose of saltwater on Cooke lease.
• Endeavor Energy Resources: Permit to dispose of saltwater on Dennis lease.
• Montgomery County: Legal notice of places and dates of voter registration for primary election.
• Notice of Suit: National City Mortgage Co. vs. Michael R. Stevens.
• City of Cherryvale. Resolution 08-22 for 612 E. Second.
• City of Cherryvale. Resolution 08-23 for 212 S. Wilson.
• City of Cherryvale. Resolution 08-24 for 315 E. Eighth.
• City of Cherryvale. Resolution 08-25 for 322 W. Second.
• City of Cherryvale. Resolution 08-26 for 300 E. Main.
• City of Cherryvale. Ordinance 08-4562 dealing with all-terrain vehicles and multi-sport vehicles.
• Bee Creek Watershed District No. 15 public notice.
• Montgomery County: Notice of special sales tax question.
• Montgomery County: Notice of candidates for primary election.
• Larkin Group, P.E. Advertisement for bids for Public Wholesale Water District #4.
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
NOTICE OF CANEY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
JULY 16, 2008
CASE NO. Z-4-08
You are hereby notified that there will be a meeting of the City of Caney Planning & Zoning Commission on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at the Caney City Hall located at 100 W. 4th Ave. The purpose of said meeting is to consider the placement of a double-wide manufactured home at 208 N Spring as per the City of Caney Zoning Rules and Regulations.
CARLOE COKER, city clerk
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
PROPOSALS ACCEPTED
The City of Cherryvale is requesting proposals for administration services from all qualified firms to assist in a proposed project to be financed with up to $400,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds that could be awarded to the City.
The project consists of housing rehabilitation and demolition activities. The City of Cherryvale is also requesting proposals from qualified housing inspectors/risk assessors for this project.
For more information, go to www.cherryvaleusa.com under procurement or contact the City Clerk at 336-2776. The City of Cherryvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and invites the submission of proposals from minority and women-owned firms. Proposals must be received by Thursday, July 17, at 5 p.m.
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
Cherryvale Public Library
Wheelchair Lift
BID SOLICITATION
FROM:
1.01 The Owner (hereinafter referred to as City of Cherryvale):
A. City of Cherryvale
B. City Hall
C. Cherryvale, KS 67335
1.02 And the Architect (hereinafter referred to as Heckman & Associates, P.A.):
A. Heckman & Associates, P.A.
B. P.O. Box 1314
C. Independence, KS 67301
1.03 DATE: June 26, 2008
1.04 TO: POTENTIAL BIDDERS
A. Your firm is invited to submit an offer under seal to City of Cherryvale for construction of a facility located at the above address before 2:00 p.m. local standard time on the 17th day of July, 2008, for the following project:
B. Project Description: Accessibility modifications for the Cherryvale Public Library, 329 E. Main Street, including installation of a lift, construction of a ramp, curbing, and other accessibility modifications.
C. Bid Documents for a Stipulated Sum contract may be obtained from the office of the Owner free
of charge upon receipt of a refundable deposit, by cash, in the amount of $25 for one set.
D. Your offer will be required to be submitted under a condition of irrevocability for a period of 30
days after submission.
E. The Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers.
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(Published in the Montgomery County Commission on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
Kansas Corporation Commission Oil & Gas Conservation Division Application for Disposal Well
RE: Endeavor Energy Resources, LP – Application for a permit to authorize the dispose of saltwater into the Donald Cooke Trust lease, located in Montgomery, County, Kansas.
TO: All Oil & Gas Producers, Unleased Mineral Interest Owners, Landowners, and all persons whomever concerned.
You, and each of you, are hereby notified that Endeavor Energy Resources, LP, has filed an application to commence the injection of salt water into the Arbuckle formation at the Donald Cooke Trust Lease, located in the NE/4 of Section 29 in Township 34 South Range 17 East, Montgomery County, Kansas with a maximum operating pressure of 500# and a maximum injection rate of 1,000 bbls per day.
Any persons who object to or protest this application shall be required to file their objections or protest with the Conservation Division of the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas within fifteen (15) days from the date of this publication. These protests shall be filed pursuant to Commission regulations and must state specific reasons why the grant of the application may cause waste, violate correlative rights or pollute the natural resources of the State of Kansas.
All persons interested or concerned shall take notice of the foregoing and shall govern themselves accordingly.
Endeavor Energy Resources, L.P.
10 South Elm Street
Delaware, OK 74027
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(Published in the Montgomery County Commission on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
Kansas Corporation Commission Oil & Gas Conservation Division Application for Disposal Well
RE: Endeavor Energy Resources, LP – Application for a permit to authorize the dispose of saltwater into the Veryl Dennis Trust lease, located in Montgomery, County, Kansas.
TO: All Oil & Gas Producers, Unleased Mineral Interest Owners, Landowners, and all persons whomever concerned.
You, and each of you, are hereby notified that Endeavor Energy Resources, LP, has filed an application to commence the injection of salt water into the Arbuckle formation at the Veryl Dennis Trust Lease, located in the SE/4 of Section 10 in Township 34 South Range 17 East, Montgomery County, Kansas with a maximum operating pressure of 500# and a maximum injection rate of 1,000 bbls per day.
Any persons who object to or protest this application shall be required to file their objections or protest with the Conservation Division of the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas within fifteen (15) days from the date of this publication. These protests shall be filed pursuant to Commission regulations and must state specific reasons why the grant of the application may cause waste, violate correlative rights or pollute the natural resources of the State of Kansas.
All persons interested or concerned shall take notice of the foregoing and shall govern themselves accordingly.
Endeavor Energy Resources, L.P.
10 South Elm Street
Delaware, OK 74027
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 17 and 24, 2008)
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, KANSAS
National City Mortgage Co. (Plaintiff)
vs.
Michael R. Stevens (Defendants)
Case No. 08CV68I
Div. No.
K.S.A. 60
Mortgage Foreclosure
NOTICE OF SUIT
The State of Kansas to: MICHAEL R STEVENS; ASHLEY N STEVENS (A/K/A ASHLEY SWEETEN); JOHN DOE (REAL NAME UNKNOWN); MARY DOE (REAL NAME UNKNOWN) and the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, and assigns of such of the defendants as may be deceased; the unknown spouses of the defendants; the unknown officers, successors, trustees, creditors and assigns of such defendants as are existing, dissolved or dormant corporations; the unknown guardians and trustees of such of the defendants as are minors or are in anywise under legal disability; and all other persons who are or may be concerned:
You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the District Court of Montgomery County, Kansas, by National City Mortgage Co. for judgment in the sum of $0.00, plus interest, costs and other relief; judgment that plaintiff’s lien is a first lien on the said real property and sale of said property to satisfy the indebtedness, said property described as follows, to wit:
LOT 14, RIVERVIEW ADDITION #2, CITY OF INDEPENDENCE, MONTGOMERY COUNTY, KANSAS Commonly known as 813 E Main, Independence, Kansas 67301
and you are hereby required to plead to said petition in said Court at Independence, Kansas on or before the 24th day of August, 2008.
Should you fail therein judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said petition.
THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
SHAPIRO & MOCK, LLP
Attorneys for Plaintiff
6310 Lamar - Ste. 240
Overland Park, KS 66202-4287
(913) 831-3000
Fax No. (913) 831-3320
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
LEGAL NOTICE OF PLACES AND DATES OF VOTER REGISTRATION PRIMARY ELECTION AUGUST 5, 2008
In compliance with provisions of K.S.A. 2310, 2311(c) and K.A.R. 7-23-4, notice is hereby given that the books for registration of voters will be open at the following places at the time specified: For the City Clerk’s office in Caney, Cherryvale, Coffeyville, Dearing, Independence, and in the County Clerk’s Office in the Montgomery County Courthouse, Independence, Kansas during regular business hours. Also accepting voter registration will be the Social Rehabilitation Service Offices in Coffeyville and Independence, the County Health Department Offices in Coffeyville and Independence, the Driver’s License Bureau in Independence and the Coffeyville City Library during regular business hours and will close for all residents in Montgomery County at the close of regular business hours on July 21, 2008. The Montgomery County Web site is available on the Internet at www.mgcountyks.org, click on the County Clerks link.
A citizen of the United States who is 18 years of age or older, or will have attained the age of 18 years at the next election, must register before he or she can vote. Registration closes 14 days prior to every election. All first time voters must provide Identification.
When a voter has been registered according to law, his or her registration shall continue to be valid until one of the following occurs:
(1) The voter changes name by marriage, divorce or legal proceeding.
(2) The voter changes residence.
If either of the above has occurred, the voter must re-register. Any person may apply in person or by mail to the election officer to be registered. Application forms shall be provided by the county election officer upon request in person or in writing by the applicant. Such application shall be signed by the applicant under penalty of perjury.
In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this 30th day of June, 2008.
Charlotte A. Scott Schmidt
Montgomery County Election Officer
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
RESOLUTION NO. 08-22
612 E. Second • Cherryvale, Kan.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE 8, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS, FINDING THAT CERTAIN STRUCTURE(S) DESCRIBED HEREIN ARE UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS.
WHEREAS, the Enforcing Officer of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas has filed a statement in writing that the following described structure is unsafe or dangerous, to-wit:
Lots: East 15 feet of Lot 3, Lot 4
Block: 2
Subdivision: Boon’s Addition
Address: 612 E. 2nd Street, Cherryvale, Ks. 67335
WHEREAS, the City has complied with Chapter 5, Article 8, of the Code of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas providing for filing for filing of a written statement by the Enforcement Officer, that the Governing Body of the City of Cherryvale properly published notice and notice was given to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant as hereafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s), owner(s) agent(s), lien holder(s) and occupant(s) are:
Owner(s): Jimmie G. Kolb James and/or Melissa Hill
25151 S. 604th Lane, 620 E. 2nd St.
Grove, OK 74344-7794 Cherryvale, KS 67335
Owner(s) Agent(s): None
Lien holder(s): None
Occupant(s): None
WHEREAS, the public hearing was held on July 7, 2008 at 7:15 p.m.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS:
SECTION 1. The Governing Body of the City finds that such structure is unsafe or dangerous. Further, that the owner presented no evidence to the contrary at the hearing.
SECTION 2. The owners are hereby directed that the structure is to be repaired or removed and the premises made safe and secure.
SECTION 3. The owners did not appear or present any evidence regarding the repair or removal of the structure. The building shall be removed or repaired by August 18, 2008.
SECTION 4. If the owners of such structure fail to commence the repair or removal of such structure within the time stated or fails to diligently prosecute the same until the work is completed, the governing body will cause the structure to be repaired or razed and removed in the case of unsafe or dangerous structures or rehabilitated in the case of abandoned property.
SECTION 5. This resolution shall be published once in the Montgomery County Chronicle, the official city newspaper.
SECTION 6. The City Clerk of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas, is hereby directed to mail a true and correct certified copy of the within Resolution by certified mail within three days after the date of first publication hereof to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant at the last known place of residence of each marked “Deliver to Addressee Only”.
ADOPTED by the governing body of the City of Cherryvale on this 7th day of July, 2008.
John Wright, Mayor
ATTEST:
Rebecca Anderson, City Clerk
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
RESOLUTION NO. 08-23
212 S. Wilson • Cherryvale, Kan.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE 8, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS, FINDING THAT CERTAIN STRUCTURE(S) DESCRIBED HEREIN ARE UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS.
WHEREAS, the Enforcing Officer of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas has filed a statement in writing that the following described structure is unsafe or dangerous, to-wit:
Lots: 6
Block: 33
Subdivision: Original
Address: 212 South Wilson Street, Cherryvale, Ks. 67335
WHEREAS, the City has complied with Chapter 5, Article 8, of the Code of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas providing for filing for filing of a written statement by the Enforcement Officer, that the Governing Body of the City of Cherryvale properly published notice and notice was given to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant as hereafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s), owner(s) agent(s), lien holder(s) and occupant(s) are:
Owner(s): Tony D. Bray & Herman C. Bray, Jr.
532 E. 6th Street
Cherryvale, KS 67335
Owner(s) Agent(s): None
Lien holder(s): None
Occupant(s): None
WHEREAS, the public hearing was held on July 7, 2008 at 7:15 p.m.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS:
SECTION 1. The Governing Body of the City finds that such structure is unsafe or dangerous. Further, that the owner presented no evidence to the contrary at the hearing.
SECTION 2. The owners are hereby directed that the structure is to be repaired or removed and the premises made safe and secure.
SECTION 3. The owners did not appear or present any evidence regarding the repair or removal of the structure. The building shall be removed or repaired by August 18, 2008.
SECTION 4. If the owners of such structure fail to commence the repair or removal of such structure within the time stated or fails to diligently prosecute the same until the work is completed, the governing body will cause the structure to be repaired or razed and removed in the case of unsafe or dangerous structures or rehabilitated in the case of abandoned property.
SECTION 5. This resolution shall be published once in the Montgomery County Chronicle, the official city newspaper.
SECTION 6. The City Clerk of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas, is hereby directed to mail a true and correct certified copy of the within Resolution by certified mail within three days after the date of first publication hereof to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant at the last known place of residence of each marked “Deliver to Addressee Only”.
ADOPTED by the governing body of the City of Cherryvale on this 7th day of July, 2008.
John Wright, mayor
ATTEST:
Rebecca Anderson, City Clerk
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
RESOLUTION NO. 08-24
726 E. Third • Cherryvale, Kan.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE 8, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS, FINDING THAT CERTAIN STRUCTURE(S) DESCRIBED HEREIN ARE UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS.
WHEREAS, the Enforcing Officer of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas has filed a statement in writing that the following described structure is unsafe or dangerous, to-wit:
Lots: 1 – 3
Block:
Subdivision: Reams Sub E 120’ OL 15 Paxsons
Address: 726 E. 3rd Street, Cherryvale, Ks. 67335
WHEREAS, the City has complied with Chapter 5, Article 8, of the Code of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas providing for filing for filing of a written statement by the Enforcement Officer, that the Governing Body of the City of Cherryvale properly published notice and notice was given to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant as hereafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s), owner(s) agent(s), lien holder(s) and occupant(s) are:
Owner(s): Stanley Russell Dawes & Janet Michelle Dawes
315 E. 8th Street
Cherryvale, KS 67335
Owner(s) Agent(s): None
Lien holder(s): None
Occupant(s): None
WHEREAS, the public hearing was held on July 7, 2008 at 7:15 p.m.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS:
SECTION 1. The Governing Body of the City finds that such structure is unsafe or dangerous. Further, that the owner presented no evidence to the contrary at the hearing.
SECTION 2. The owners are hereby directed that the structure is to be repaired or removed and the premises made safe and secure.
SECTION 3. The owners did not appear or present any evidence regarding the repair or removal of the structure. The building shall be removed or repaired by August 18, 2008.
SECTION 4. If the owners of such structure fail to commence the repair or removal of such structure within the time stated or fails to diligently prosecute the same until the work is completed, the governing body will cause the structure to be repaired or razed and removed in the case of unsafe or dangerous structures or rehabilitated in the case of abandoned property.
SECTION 5. This resolution shall be published once in the Montgomery County Chronicle, the official city newspaper.
SECTION 6. The City Clerk of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas, is hereby directed to mail a true and correct certified copy of the within Resolution by certified mail within three days after the date of first publication hereof to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant at the last known place of residence of each marked “Deliver to Addressee Only”.
ADOPTED by the governing body of the City of Cherryvale on this 7th day of July, 2008.
John Wright, mayor
ATTEST:
Rebecca Anderson, City Clerk
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
RESOLUTION NO. 08-25
322 W. 2nd • Cherryvale, Kan.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE 8, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS, FINDING THAT CERTAIN STRUCTURE(S) DESCRIBED HEREIN ARE UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS.
WHEREAS, the Enforcing Officer of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas has filed a statement in writing that the following described structure is unsafe or dangerous, to-wit:
Lots: 15 & 16
Block:
Subdivision: Citizens Plat Sub OL 5 Whelans
Address: 322 W. 2nd Street, Cherryvale, Ks. 67335
WHEREAS, the City has complied with Chapter 5, Article 8, of the Code of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas providing for filing for filing of a written statement by the Enforcement Officer, that the Governing Body of the City of Cherryvale properly published notice and notice was given to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant as hereafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s), owner(s) agent(s), lien holder(s) and occupant(s) are:
Owner(s): Patrick Todd Johnson & Amy Jo Johnson
PO Box 932
Chanute, KS 66720
Owner(s) Agent(s): None
Lien holder(s): None
Occupant(s): None
WHEREAS, the public hearing was held on July 7, 2008 at 7:15 p.m.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS:
SECTION 1. The Governing Body of the City finds that such structure is unsafe or dangerous. Further, that the owner presented no evidence to the contrary at the hearing.
SECTION 2. The owners are hereby directed that the structure is to be repaired or removed and the premises made safe and secure.
SECTION 3. The owners did not appear or present any evidence regarding the repair or removal of the structure. The building shall be removed or repaired by August 18, 2008.
SECTION 4. If the owners of such structure fail to commence the repair or removal of such structure within the time stated or fails to diligently prosecute the same until the work is completed, the governing body will cause the structure to be repaired or razed and removed in the case of unsafe or dangerous structures or rehabilitated in the case of abandoned property.
SECTION 5. This resolution shall be published once in the Montgomery County Chronicle, the official city newspaper.
SECTION 6. The City Clerk of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas, is hereby directed to mail a true and correct certified copy of the within Resolution by certified mail within three days after the date of first publication hereof to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant at the last known place of residence of each marked “Deliver to Addressee Only”.
ADOPTED by the governing body of the City of Cherryvale on this 7th day of July, 2008.
John Wright, mayor
ATTEST:
Rebecca Anderson, City Clerk
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10 and 17, 2008)
RESOLUTION NO. 08-26
300 E. Main • Cherryvale, Kan.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE 8, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS, FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE UPON THE STATEMENT OF THE ENFORCING OFFICER OF SAID CITY THAT THE STRUCTURE DESCRIBED HEREIN IS UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS.
WHEREAS, the Enforcing Officer of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas, has filed a statement in writing that the following described structure is unsafe or dangerous, to-wit:
Lots: W 14.5’ of Lot 14, All of Lots 15 & 16
Block: 40
Subdivision: Original
Address: 300 E. Main Street, Cherryvale, KS 67335
WHEREAS, Chapter 5, Article 8, of the Code of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas provides upon filing of such written statement, that the Governing Body of the City of Cherryvale shall fix a time and place of hearing, by adoption of a resolution, which resolution shall be published and notice given to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant as hereafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s), owner(s) agent(s), lien holder(s) and occupant(s) are:
Owner(s): Core Energy, LLC
221 Fern Meadow
Bakersfield, CA 93308
Owner(s) Agent(s): John R. Horst, Esq.
207 W. 4th Street
Caney, KS 67333
Lien holder(s): Tim Murray
Guggenheim Corporate Funding, LLC
1301 McKinney, Suite 3105
Houston, TX 77010
Occupant(s): None
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY
OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE, KANSAS:
SECTION 1. The Governing Body of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas, does hereby fix the following time and place at which the owner, owner’s agent, and lien holder of record and any occupant of such structure may appear and show cause why said structure should not be condemned and ordered repaired or demolished.
Date of Hearing: August 18, 2008 at 7:15 p.m.
Place of Hearing: City Hall, Council Room, Cherryvale, Kansas, or such other place as may be designated by the City Council.
SECTION 2. This resolution shall be published once each week for two
consecutive weeks on the same day of each week in the Montgomery County Chronicle, the official city newspaper.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas, is hereby
directed to mail a true and correct certified copy of the within Resolution by certified
mail within three days after the date of first publication hereof to each owner, agent, lien holder and occupant at the last known place of residence of each marked “Deliver to Addressee Only”.
ADOPTED by the Governing Body of the City of Cherryvale on this 7th day of
July, 2008.
John Wright, Mayor
ATTEST:
Rebecca Anderson, City Clerk
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(Published by the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 10, 2008)
OPERATION OF MICRO UTILITY TRUCKS AND ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES ON THE STREETS
ORDINANCE NO. 08-4562
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE OPERATION OF MICRO UTILITY TRUCKS AND ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES ON THE STREETS WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF CHERRYVALE; PROVIDING FOR RELATED MATTERS INCLUDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF.
Be it Ordained by the Governing Body of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas:
Section 1. OPERATION OF MICRO UTILITY TRUCKS; PENALTY.
(a) Micro utility trucks may be operated upon the public highways, streets, roads, and alleys within the corporate limits of the city.
(b) No micro utility truck shall be operated on any public highway, street, road, or alley unless such vehicle shall comply with the equipment requirements under the provisions of article 17, chapter 8 of the Kansas Statutes Annotated.
(c) A violation of this section shall be deemed an ordinance traffic infraction. Upon an entry of a plea of guilty or no contest or upon being convicted of such violation, the penalty imposed shall be in accordance with Section 201, 2007 Standard Traffic Ordinance, and amendments thereto, or such other similar provision as the City may then have in effect.
Section 2. SAME; DEFINITIONS. Micro utility truck means any motor vehicle which is not less than 48 inches in width, has an overall length, including the bumper, of not more than 144 inches, has an unladen weight, including fuel and fluids, of more than 1,500 pounds, can exceed 40 miles per hour as originally manufactured, and is manufactured with a metal cab.
Section 3. SAME: VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE REQUIRED; PENALTY. No person shall operate a micro utility truck on any public highway, street, road or alley within the corporate limits of the city unless such person has a valid driver’s license. Violation of this section is punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000 or by imprisonment for not more than six months or by both such fine and imprisonment.
Section 4. OPERATION OF ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES.
(a) All-terrain vehicles may be operated upon the public highways, streets, roads and alleys within the corporate limits of the city.
(b) “All-terrain vehicle” means any motorized non-highway vehicle 48 inches or less in width, having a dry weight of 1,000 pounds or less, traveling on three or more low pressure tires, and having a seat to be straddled by the operator. As used in this subsection, “low pressure tire” means any pneumatic tire six inches or more in width, designed for use on wheels with rim diameter of 12 inches or less, and utilizing an operating pressure of 10 pounds per square inch or less as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.
(c) No all-terrain vehicle shall be operated on any public highway, street, road or alley between sunset and sunrise unless equipped with lights as required for motorcycles.
(d) Every person operating an all-terrain vehicle on the public highways, streets, roads and alleys of the city shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to a driver of a vehicle imposed by law.
(e) A person operating an all-terrain vehicle shall ride only upon the permanent and regular seat attached thereto, and such operator shall not carry any other person nor shall any other person ride on a all-terrain vehicle, unless such all-terrain vehicle is designed to carry more than one (1) person, in which event a passenger may ride upon the permanent and regular seat if designed for two (2) persons, or upon another seat firmly attached to the allterrain vehicle at the rear or side of the operator.
(f) A person shall ride upon an all-terrain vehicle only while sitting astride the seat, facing forward, with one leg on each side of the all-terrain vehicle.
(g) No person shall operate an all-terrain vehicle while carrying any package, bundle, or other article which prevents such person from keeping both hands on the handlebars.
(h) No operator shall carry any person, nor shall any person ride, in a position that will interfere with the operation or control of the all-terrain vehicle or the view of the operator.
Section 4. SAME; ROADWAYS LANED FOR TRAFFIC.
(a) All all-terrain vehicles are entitled to full use of a lane, and no motor vehicle shall be driven in such a manner as to deprive any all-terrain vehicle of the full use of a lane. This subsection shall not apply to all-terrain vehicles operated two (2) abreast in a single lane.
(b) The operator of a all-terrain vehicle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken.
(c) No person shall operate a all-terrain vehicle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.
(d) All-terrain vehicles shall not be operated more than two (2) abreast in a single lane.
(e) Subsections (b) and (c) shall not apply to police officers in the performance of their official duties.
Section 5. SAME; CLINGING TO OTHER VEHICLES PROHIBITED. No person riding upon an all-terrain vehicle shall attach himself, herself or the all-terrain vehicle to any other vehicle on a roadway.
Section 6. SAME; EQUIPMENT ON ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES FOR PASSENGERS. Any allterrain vehicle carrying a passenger shall be equipped with a seat and footrests for such passenger.
Section 7. OPERATION OF ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES; EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR OPERATORS AND RIDERS.
(a) No person under the age of 18 years shall operate or ride upon an all-terrain vehicle unless wearing a helmet which complies with minimum guidelines established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 for helmets designed for use by motorcyclists and other motor vehicle users.
(b) No person shall operate an all-terrain vehicle unless such person is wearing an eyeprotective device which shall consist of protective glasses, goggles or transparent face shields which are shatter proof and impact resistant, except when the all-terrain vehicle is equipped with a windscreen which has a minimum height of 10 inches measured from the center of the handlebars.
Section 8. SAME; PENALTIES. A violation of any provision in sections 3 through 7 shall be deemed an ordinance traffic infraction. Upon an entry of a plea of guilty or no contest or upon being convicted of such violation, the penalty imposed shall be in accordance with Section 201, 2007 Standard Traffic Ordinance, as amended, or such other similar provision as the city may then have in effect.
Section 9. SAME: VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE REQUIRED; PENALTY. No person shall operate an all-terrain vehicle on any public highway, street, road or alley within the corporate limits of the city unless such person has a valid driver’s license. Violation of this section is punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000 or by imprisonment for not more than six months or by both such fine and imprisonment.
Section 10. LIABILITY INSURANCE; All insurance requirements of Section 200 of the Standard Traffic Ordinance shall apply to both micro utility trucks and ATVS, and shall carry the same penalty.
REPEAL. All other ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force upon its publication in the official city newspaper.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Governing Body of the City of Cherryvale, Kansas, this 7th day of July, 2008.
John M. Wright, Mayor
ATTEST: Rebecca Anderson, City Clerk
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 3, 10 and 17, 2008)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Bee Creek Watershed Joint District No 15 has filed an application for permit to appropriate water for beneficial use, identified as File No. 47.092, with the Division of Water Resources, Kansas Department of Agriculture. Bee Creek Watershed Joint District No. 15 proposes to appropriate such unappropriated surface water as may be available in the drainage basin of the Caney River, to be diverted and stored by means of eight (8) existing watershed dams and reservoirs with a total surface area of 228.5 acres, located in both Montgomery County and Chautauqua County, Kansas. The total quantity of water requested is 509.2 acre-feet per calendar year for sediment control use. The requested quantity is equivalent to three (3) times the net annual evaporation from the surface area of the reservoirs.
Any interested party is invited to submit written comments regarding this matter to the office of the Chief Engineer on or before August 15, 2008. Persons submitting comments should specifically indicate their interest in the application in a clear and concise manner.
Written comments or questions regarding Application, File No. 47,092 may be directed to the Office of the Chief Engineer, Division of Water Resources, Kansas Department of Agriculture, 109 SW 9th Street, Second Floor, Topeka, KS 66612-1283. If you wish, more information concerning this application, you may also contact Doug Schemm, Environmental Scientist, in the Permits Unit of the Water Appropriation Program at (785) 296-3495.
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(First published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on July 3, 2008, and again on July 10, 2008)
NOTICE OF SPECIAL QUESTION ELECTION
MONTGOMERY
COUNTY, KANSAS
Notice is hereby given to the qualified electors of Montgomery County, Kansas (the “County”) that a special question election has been called and will be held on August 5, 2008, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of the County the following proposition:
Shall the following be adopted?
Shall Montgomery County, Kansas, be authorized to: (a) impose a special one-fourth percent (0.25%) retailers’ sales tax (the “Sales Tax”) for the purpose of financing the cost of constructing, furnishing and equipping an addition to the existing Montgomery County detention facility; and costs appurtenant thereto (the “Project”), collection of such Sales Tax to commence on January 1, 2009, or as soon thereafter as permitted by law, and to terminate upon the payment of all costs incurred in the financing of the Project (including the retirement of any revenue bonds issued and payable from such Sales Tax); and (b) issue sales tax revenue bonds to pay the costs of the Project and associated reserves and financing costs; all pursuant to the authority of K.S.A. 12-187 et seq., as amended?
IT IS IMPORTANT FOR EACH QUALIFIED VOTER TO NOTE THAT YOUR BALLOT CANNOT BE COUNTED UNLESS YOU TAKE THE APPROPRIATE STEPS:
To vote in favor of any question submitted on this ballot, darken the oval to the left of the word “Yes.” To vote against it, darken the oval to the left of the word “No.”
YES
NO
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The polls will open at 7:00 o’clock A.M. and will close at 7:00 o’clock P.M., on August 5, 2008, the election day. The voting places in the County, and the area each voting place will serve, will be as follows:
CANEY:
1st Ward: First Baptist Church, 900 S. Ridgeway, Caney
2nd Ward: First Baptist Church, 900 S. Ridgeway, Caney
3rd Ward: First Baptist Church, 900 S. Ridgeway, Caney
4th Ward: First Baptist Church, 900 S. Ridgeway, Caney
CHERRYVALE CITY:
1st Ward: Senior Citizen Building, 207 E. Main
2nd Ward: Logan Park Building, 501 Park St.
COFFEYVILLE CITY:
1st Pct.: Youth Activity Center, 502 Walnut
2nd Pct.: Youth Activity Center, 502 Walnut
3rd Pct.: Youth Activity Center, 502 Walnut
4th Pct.: Grace Fellowship Church, 2455 Woodland
5th Pct.: Grace Fellowship Church, 2455 Woodland
6th Pct.: Grace Fellowship Church, 2455 Woodland
7th Pct.: Youth Activity Center, 502 Walnut
8th Pct.: Youth Activity Center, 502 Walnut
9th Pct.: Youth Activity Center, 502 Walnut
10th Pct.: Youth Activity Center, 502 Walnut
11th Pct.: Grace Fellowship Church, 2455 Woodland
12th Pct.: Grace Fellowship Church, 2455 Woodland
13th Pct.: Grace Fellowship Church, 2455 Woodland
INDEPENDENCE CITY:
1st Pct, 1st Ward: Memorial Hall Civic Center, (North door)
2nd Pct, 1st Ward: Memorial Hall Civic Center, (North door)
1st Pct, 2nd Ward: Crystalbrook Church, 801 W. Chestnut (Gibson Building)
2nd Pct, 2nd Ward: Crystalbrook Church, 801 W. Chestnut (Gibson Building)
1st Pct, 3rd Ward: Crystalbrook Church, 801 W. Chestnut (Gibson Building)
2nd Pct, 3rd Ward: Crystalbrook Church, 801 W. Chestnut (Gibson Building)
1st Pct, 4th Ward: Crystalbrook Church, 801 W. Chestnut (Gibson Building)
2nd Pct, 4th Ward: Crystalbrook Church, 801 W. Chestnut (Gibson Building)
1st Pct, 5th Ward: Memorial Hall Civic Center, (North door)
2nd Pct, 5th Ward: Memorial Hall Civic Center, (North door)
1st Pct, 6th Ward: Memorial Hall Civic Center, (North door)
2nd Pct, 6th Ward: Memorial Hall Civic Center, (North door)
CANEY TOWNSHIP:
Havana Pct.: Havana Grange Hall
Tyro Pct.” Tyro Christian Church
CHEROKEE TOWNSHIP: Cherokee Township Hall (Clymore School)
CHERRY TOWNSHIP: Logan Park Bldg., 501 Park Street, Cherryvale
DRUM CREEK TOWHSHIP: Class LTD Bldg. 1120 E. Main, Indep.
FAWN CREEK TOWNSHIP:
Dearing Pct. Dearing Christian Church
Tyro Pct.: Tyro Christian Church
INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP:
1st Pct.: Indep. Comm. College, Foyer of Fine Arts Bldg.
2nd Pct: USDA Service Center, 410 Peter Pan Rd., Indep.
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP: iberty Township Hall
LOUISBURG TOWNSHIP: Community Bldg., 125 S. Montgomery, Elk City
PARKER TOWNSHIP:
1st Pct.: Grace Fellowship Church, 2455 Woodland
2nd Pct.: Parker Township Hall (Cedar Bluff School)
RUTLAND TOWNSHIP: Wayside Christian Church
SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP: Sycamore Township Hall
WEST CHERRY TOWNSHIP: Sycamore Township Hall
The election will be conducted by the officers and/or persons provided by law for holding elections, and the method of voting will be by ballot. Registered voters are eligible to vote by advance voting ballot upon application to the County Clerk set forth below pursuant to K.S.A. 25-1117 et seq.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The following additional information is provided by the County with respect to compliance with the provisions of K.S.A. 10-120a and K.S.A. 12-6,122. This information has been obtained from sources deemed reliable by the County. Certain portions of this information are based upon projections. No assurances can be given that these projections will be accurate as of the date of issuance of the bonds due to changing market conditions and other matters unknown or unavailable at this time. The assumed principal repayment schedule and the average interest rates are based on recent bond issues for similar types of financings all as shown below.
Projected Summary
of Project Costs
Sources of Funds:
Revenue Bonds to be issued: $4,320,000
Total $4,320,000
Uses of funds:
Project costs: $3,750,000
Bond Reserve Deposit: $432,000
Issuance expenses (including attorney fees, printing costs, rating agency fees, financial advisor fees, underwriting fees and other miscellaneous expenses) $138,000
Total $4,320,000
Projected Summary of Revenue Bond Issue Repayments
Estimated Annual Sales Tax Revenues: $1,032,000
Principal Repayment Term: 6 years
Average Interest Rate: 3.27%
Total Interest Cost to Maturity: $494,515
Average Annual Principal and Interest Payments: $828,000
The election officer conducting the election will be the County Clerk of Montgomery County, Kansas, whose address is: Montgomery County Courthouse, 217 E. Myrtle, P.O. Box 446, Independence, Kansas 67301.
DATED: June 23, 2008.
Charlotte Scott-Schmidt, County Clerk
Montgomery County, Kansas
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, June 26, July 3 and 10, 2008)
NOTICE OF CANDIDATES
FOR PUBLIC OFFICE
Listed below are candidates for county, state, township and precinct offices.
STATE CANDIDATES
Kansas Senate:
Dwayne Umbarger: District No.14 (R), 1585 70th Road, Thayer, KS 66776
David L. Miller: District No. 14 (D), 1408 Richard, Parsons, KS 67357
Iris M. VanMeter: District No. 14 (R), 3800 120th Road, Thayer, KS 66776
Derek Schmidt: District No. 15(R), 1303 Birdie Drive (P. O. Box 747), Independence, KS 67301
Kansas Representatives:
Virgil Peck Jr.: District No. 11 (R), 2109 CR 1675, Caney, KS 67333 (P. O. Box 277), Tyro, KS 67364
Virgil O. Horn Jr. District No. 11 (D), 302 E. John Street, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Jeff King District No. 12 (R), 1212 N. Second Street, Independence, KS 67301
Sandra K. Frisco District No. 12 (D), 202 W. Locust Street, Independence, KS 67301
District Court Judge:
Russell D. Canaday District No. 14 (R), 4293 CR 5100, Independence, KS 67301
Gary House District No. 14 (R), 412 E. Bradley Street ,Sedan, KS 67361
Robert Lattin District No. 14 (D), 4753 E. Hwy 160, Independence, KS 67301
COUNTY CANDIDATES
County Commissioner Dist. No. 2:
Billie L. Lewark-Wood: (R), 2246 CR 3900 Coffeyville, KS 67337
Larry G. McManus: (R), 2503 Quail Run Independence, KS 67301
County Commissioner Dist. No. 3.
Fred M. Brown: (D), 105 Timberlane Coffeyville, KS 67337
County Clerk:
Charlotte Scott Schmidt: (R), 4353 CR 4000 (P. O. Box 107), Independence, KS 67301
Tina Aldrich: (R), 506 S. Elm Street, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Pat Alexander: (R), 1704 Irving Street, Independence, KS 67301
County Treasurer:
Nancy Clubine: (R), 132 Hackberry, Independence, KS 67301
County Attorney:
Larry Markle: (R), 503 Southern Hills Drive, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Register of Deeds:
Marilyn Calhoun: (R), 207 Washita Street, Coffeyville, KS 67337
County Sheriff:
Robert “Bobby” Dierks: (R), 2443 CR 4345, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Stanley R. Veach: (R), 2873 S. 11th Street, Independence, KS 67301
Jerry Gilbert: (D), 2645 CR 4100, Coffeyville, KS 67337
TOWNSHIP CANDIDATES
Caney Township Trustee:
Ivan L. Pfalser (R), 1988 CR 1425 Caney, KS 67333
Caney Township Treasurer:
Connie L. Deal (R), 1602 CR 1100 Niotaze, KS 67355
Cherokee Township Trustee:
John J. Wishall (Jack): (R), 5752 CR 2400 Coffeyville, KS 67337
Cherokee Township Treasurer
M. Louise Furnas: (R), 2036 CR 5700 Coffeyville, KS 67337
Cherry Township Trustee
No Nomination
Cherry Township Treasurer
No Nomination
Drum Creek Township Trustee
No Nomination
Drum Creek Township Treasurer
No Nomination
Fawn Creek Township Trustee:
No Nomination
Fawn Creek Township Treasurer:
No Nomination
Independence Township Trustee
No Nomination
Independence Township Treasurer:
Paul T. Torrance: (R), 3486 W. 3825 Road Independence, KS 67301
Liberty Township Trustee: Charles Peterson: (R), 5343 CR 3800, Liberty, KS 67351
Liberty Township Treasurer:
Richard Felts: (R), 3453 CR 4700, Liberty, KS 67351
Louisburg Township Trustee:
No Nomination
Louisburg Township Treasurer:
Norma M. Foster: (D), 508 E. Walnut (P. O. Box 232), Elk City, KS 67344
Parker Township Trustee:
Phyllis Miller: (D), 2429 CR 4375, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Parker Township Treasurer:
Pam McGeary: (D), 2416 CR 4375, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Rutland Township Trustee:
No Nomination
Rutland Township Treasurer:
No Nomination
Sycamore Township Trustee:
No Nomination
Sycamore Township Treasurer:
No Nomination
West Cherry Township Trustee:
No Nomination
West Cherry Treasurer:
No Nomination
PRECINCT CANDIDATES
REPUBLICAN
Caney City 1st Ward Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Caney City 1st Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Caney City 2nd Ward Precinct Committeeman:
Roger C. Peck: 519 N. Wood, Caney, KS 67333
Caney City 2nd Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
Elissa B. Peck: 519 N. Wood, Caney, KS 67333
Caney City 3rd Ward Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Caney City 3rd Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Caney City 4th Ward Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Caney City 4th Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Cherryvale City 1st Ward Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Cherryvale City 1st Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Cherryvale City 2nd Ward Precinct Committeeman:
Michael Henson: 700 W. Main, Cherryvale, KS 67335
Cherryvale City 2nd Ward Precinct Committeewoman
Melissa Henson: 700 W. Main, Cherryvale, KS 67335
Coffeyville City Precinct 1 Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 1 Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 2 Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 2 Committeewoman:
Carolyn Brooks: 213 W. Main, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 3 Committeeman:
John Calhoun: 207 Washita Street, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 3 Committeewoman:
Marilyn Calhoun: 207 Washita Street, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 4 Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 4 Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 5 Committeeman:
Robert M. Erickson: 1318 W 4th Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Jim A Robinson: 1002 W 1st Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 5 Committeewoman:
Mary Lou Erickson: 1318 W 4th Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Teri J. Robinson: 1002 W. 1st Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 6 Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 6 Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 7 Committeeman:
Richard Dean Bauer: 605 W. 5th Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 7 Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 8 Committeeman:
Robert L. Eastman: 131 W 8th Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 8 Committeewoman:
Donna J. Eastman: 131 W 8th Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 9 Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 9 Committeewoman:
Sandra D. White: 315 E. 9th Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 10 Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 10 Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City Precinct 11 Committeeman:
Ronald D. “Doug” Misch: 1303 Crestwood Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 11 Committeewoman:
Gail E. Misch: 1303 Crestwood Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 12 Committeeman:
Kenneth D. Daily: 412 N. Parkview Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 12 Committeewoman:
Carolyn M. Daily: 412 N. Parkview Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 13 Committeeman
Ronnie L. Akin: 405 Cheyenne Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City Precinct 13 Committeewoman:
Peggy L. Akin: 405 Cheyenne Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Independence City 1st Precinct 1st Ward Committeeman:
Timothy R. Emert: 309 N. 4th Street Independence, KS 67337
Independence City 1st Precinct 1st Ward Committeewoman:
Barbara M. Emert: 309 N. 4th Street Independence, KS 67337
Independence City 2nd Precinct 1st Ward Committeeman:
Jeffrey A. Chubb: 1043 N. Park Boulevard Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 2nd Precinct 1st Ward Committeewoman:
Beverly A. Chubb: 1043 N. Park Boulevard Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 1st Precinct 2nd Ward Committeeman:
Duane Koszalka: 309 N. 10th Street Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 1st Precinct 2nd Ward Committeewoman:
Amy Koszalka: 309 N. 10th Street Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 2nd Precinct 2nd Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 2nd Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 3rd Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 3rd Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 3rd Ward Committeeman:
Dave Countryman: 2875 W. Maple Independence, KS 6730
Independence City 2nd Precinct 3rd Ward Committeewoman:
Martha Countryman: 2875 W. Maple Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 1st Precinct 4th Ward Committeeman:
Jason D. Blex: 208 S. Park Boulevard Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 1st Precinct 4th Ward Committeewoman:
Melissa S. Blex: 208 S. Park Boulevard Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 2nd Precinct 4th Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 4th Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 5th Ward Committeeman:
Lloyd E. Harding: 714 W. Locust Street Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 1st Precinct 5th Ward Committeewoman:
Constance Harding: 714 W. Locust Street Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 2nd Precinct 5th Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 5th Ward Committeewoman:
Dahrla Hinton: 1329 W. Oak Street Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 1st Precinct 6th Ward Committeeman:
Keith Confer: 2301 Gary Avenue Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 1st Precinct 6th Ward Committeewoman:
Colleen Confer: 2301 Gary Avenue, Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 2nd Precinct 6th Ward Committeeman:
Norman Castagna: 2701 N. 8th Street, Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 2nd Precinct 6th Ward Committeewoman:
Margaret A. Castagna: 2701 N. 8th Street ,Independence, KS 67301
Caney Township Havana Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Caney Township Havana Precinct Committeewoman:
Betty L. Moore: 1361 CR 1600, Caney, KS 67333
Caney Township Tyro Precinct Committeeman:
Robert L. Ayres: 1449 CR 2500, Caney, KS 67333
Caney Township Tyro Precinct Committeewoman:
Connie L. Perkins: 2359 CR 1475 Caney, KS 67333
Cherokee Township Precinct Committeeman:
Roy M. Wulf: 1434B CR 5300 Coffeyville, KS 67337
Cherokee Township Precinct Committeewoman:
Amanda W. Wulf: 1434B CR 5300 Coffeyville, KS 67337
Cherry Township Precinct Committeeman:
James D. Huneycutt: 740 S. 5300 Road, Cherryvale, KS 67335
Cherry Township Precinct Committeewoman:
LaVerna L. Huneycutt: 740 S. 5300 Road, Cherryvale, KS 67335
Drum Creek Township Committeeman:
No Nomination
Drum Creek Township Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Fawn Creek Township Dearing Precinct Committeeman:
Clifford Bale: 503 Swift Lane, Dearing, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Fawn Creek Township Dearing Precinct Committeewoman:
Luella E. Bale: 503 Swift Lane, Dearing, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Fawn Creek Township Tyro Precinct Committeeman:
C. Douglas Blex: 3131 CR 2600, Independence, KS 67301
Fawn Creek Township Tyro Precinct Committeewoman:
Meggin M. Blex: 3131 CR 2600, Independence, KS 67301
Independence Township 1st Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence Township 1st Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence Township 2nd Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence Township 2nd Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Liberty Township Precinct Committeeman:
Charles Peterson: 5343 CR 3800, Liberty, KS 67351
Liberty Township Precinct Committeewoman:
Charlotte Scott Schmidt: 4352 CR 4000 (P. O. Box 107), Independence, KS 67301
Louisburg Township Precinct Committeeman:
Robert D. Daniels Sr.: 5429 CR 2100, Elk City, KS 67344
Louisburg Township Precinct Committeewoman:
Karen L. Daniels: 5429 CR 2100, Elk City, KS 67344
Parker Township 1st Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Parker Township 1st Precinct Committeewoman:
Janet Morgan: 1468 CR 4300, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Parker Township 2nd Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Parker Township 2nd Precinct Committeewoman:
Kassy Marie Howard: 2876 CR 4350, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Rutland Township Precinct Committeeman:
Charles E. Herbel Jr.: 4648 CR 1300, Elk City, KS 67344
Rutland Township Precinct Committeewoman:
Ruth A. Ritthaler: 4648 CR 1300, Elk City, KS 67344
Sycamore Township Precinct Committeeman:
James W. Atherton: 5220 N. US Highway 75, Independence, KS 67301
Sycamore Township Precinct Committeewoman:
Anita Atherton: 5220 N. US Highway 75, Independence, KS 67301
West Cherry Township Committeeman:
No Nomination
West Cherry Township Committeewoman:
No Nomination
PRECINCT CANDIDATES
DEMOCRAT
Caney City 1st Ward Precinct Committeeman
No Nomination
Caney City 1st Ward Precinct Committeewoman
No Nomination
Caney City 2nd Ward Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Caney City 2nd Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Caney City 3rd Ward Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Caney City 3rd Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Caney City 4th Ward Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Caney City 4th Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Cherryvale City 1st Ward Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Cherryvale City 1st Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
JoAnn C. McDowell: 815 E. 4th Street, Cherryvale, KS 67335
Cherryvale City 2nd Ward Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Cherryvale City 2nd Ward Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 1st Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 1st Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 2nd Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 2nd Precinct Committeewoman:
Winnie Jackson: 407 Penn Street, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Melanie J. Savage: 13 E. Wilcox Street, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 3rd Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 3rd Precinct Committeewoman:
Christine L. Reynolds-Shinkle: 516 W. 3rd Street, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 4th Precinct Committeeman:
Robert Greenwood Jr.: 915 W. 1st Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 4th Precinct Committeewoman:
Arlene Copeland: 1002 W. 9th Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 5th Precinct Committeeman:
Richard D. Robison: 401 Exner, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 5th Precinct Committeewoman:
Belinda D. Robison: 4401 Exner, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 6th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 6th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 7th Precinct Committeeman:
Joseph Thomas: 604 W. 6th Street, Apt. 1, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 7th Precinct Committeewoman:
Danielle Thomas: 604 W. 6th Street, Apt. 1, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 8th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 8th Precinct Committeewoman:
Cynthia Schaiff: 611 Willow Street Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 9th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 9th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 10th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 10th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 11th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 11th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 12th Precinct Committeeman:
Howard Bredesen: 1302 N. Cline Road Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 12th Precinct Committeewoman:
Judy Bredesen: 1302 N. Cline Road Coffeyville, KS 67337
Coffeyville City 13th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Coffeyville City 13th Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 1st Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 1st Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 1st Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 1st Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 2nd Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 2nd Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 2nd Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 2nd Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 3rd Ward Committeeman:
Peter Ellenstein: 216 S. 8th Street, Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 1st Precinct 3rd Ward Committeewoman:
Mary E. Padley: 401 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Independence, KS 67301
Independence City 2nd Precinct 3rd Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 3rd Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 4th Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 4th Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 4th Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 4th Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 5th Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 5th Ward Committeewoman:
Sandra K. Frisco: 202 W. Locust Street, Independence, KS 67337
Independence City 2nd Precinct 5th Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 5th Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 6th Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 1st Precinct 6th Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 6th Ward Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence City 2nd Precinct 6th Ward Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Caney Township Havana Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Caney Township Havana Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Caney Township Tyro Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Caney Township Tyro Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Cherokee Township Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Cherokee Township Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Cherry Township Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Cherry Township Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Drum Creek Township Precinct Committeeman:
Richard R. Basham, 5552 CR 4400, Cherryvale, KS 67335
Drum Creek Township Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Fawn Creek Township Dearing Precinct Committeeman:
Elmer D. Diver, 3996 CR 1600, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Fawn Creek Township Dearing Precinct Committeewoman:
Judith A. Diver, 3996 CR 1600, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Fawn Creek Township Tyro Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Fawn Creek Township Tyro Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Independence Township 1st Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence Township 1st Precinct Committeewoman:
Shirley Brown: 2033 Overlook Dr. Independence, KS 67301
Independence Township 2nd Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Independence Township 2nd Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Liberty Township Precinct Committeeman
No Nomination
Liberty Township Precinct Committeewoman:
No Nomination
Louisburg Township Precinct Committeeman:
Wesley A. Hogan: 323 E. Walnut (P. O. Box 226), Elk City, KS 67344
Louisburg Township Precinct Committeewoman:
Norma M. Foster: 508 E. Walnut, Elk City, KS 67344
Parker Township 1st Precinct Committeeman:
Fred M. Brown: 105 Timberlane Drive, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Parker Township 1st Precinct Committeewoman:
Sarah E. Brown: 105 Timberlane Drive, Coffeyville, KS 67337
Parker Township 2nd Precinct Committeeman:
No Nomination
Parker Township 2nd Precinct Committeewoman
No Nomination
Rutland Township Precinct Committeeman
No Nomination
Rutland Township Precinct Committeewoman
No Nomination
Sycamore Township Precinct Committeeman
No Nomination
Sycamore Township Precinct Committeewoman
No Nomination
West Cherry Township Precinct Committeeman
No Nomination
West Cherry Township Precinct Committeewoman
No Nomination
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(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, July 3, 10 and 17, 2008)
BID NOTICE
EAST AND WEST SIDE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS
FOR P.W.W.S.D. NO. 4, KANSAS
KPWSLF PROJECT #2505
Sealed proposals will be received by the District Manager at the P.W.W.S.D. No. 4, Water Treatment Plant, 18077 Douglas, P.O. Box 6, Cherryvale, KS, 67335, until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at which time proposals for construction of East and West Side Distribution System Improvements, KPWSLF Project 2505 will be opened and read aloud.
The work under this Contract consists of the following approximate quantities:
18,605 feet of 8” and 310 feet of 6” East Waterline and 16,570 feet of 10” West Waterline, the West Booster Pump Station and related appurtenances.
All equipment, material and workmanship must be in accordance with the Plans, Specifications and other Contract Documents in the Project Manual on file with the District Manager, P.W.W.S.D. No. 4, and in the office of the Consulting Engineers, LARKIN GROUP, INC., 9200 Ward Parkway, Suite 400, Kansas City, Missouri 64114.
Copies of the contract documents necessary for bidding may be obtained from the Consulting Engineer.
Non-Refundable Payment for Plans and Project Manual: $55.00 for each set of Plans and Project Manual.
A bid bond or certified check on a reputable bank in an amount equal to five (5%) percent of the total amount of each section bid must accompany each Proposal.
No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty (60) days after date of opening of bids.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities therein, to determine which is the lowest and best bid, to accept, at its option, any of the alternates, and to approve the bond.
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Whether to continue using private contractors for trash removal in Cherryvale or to shift to a city-provided trash service was discussed at Monday’s Cherryvale City Council meeting.
Councilors were presented with a feasibility study by city administrator Trey Cocking that compared the costs of using private trash contractors versus the implementation of a city-owned trash service. The City of Cherryvale currently has a contract with Dual County Sanitation for its trash service. The contract with Dual County will expire in 2010, however the city can decide this year whether to remain with the final two years of that contract.
The study showed that annual expenses of a city-owned trash service could range from $133,600 to $240,000 per year, depending on the number of city employees used on a trash truck and the condition of a trash truck (new versus pre-owned).
Should the council pursue a city-owned trash service, trash rates would have to likely double in size, meaning residential customers would pay about $15 or $16 per month compared to the $8.50 they now pay for a private hauler.
So what is the incentive for a city-owned trash service? Quality control over trash removal, councilors said.
With a city-provided trash service, issues relating to trash removal can be handled in a more timely fashion than compared to a private hauler, councilors said.
However, the rate structure of a private hauler versus city-owned service also is a primary factor in determining which type of service to use, councilors said.
Regardless of whether the city uses its own service or continues using a private hauler, local trash customers can expect to see some sort of an increase in their rates in the coming years due to rising fuel costs and increased landfill tipping fees, councilors said.
Councilor Kevin Crain said he was concerned about the longevity of the Allied Waste Landfill located south of Cherryvale, which is where Dual County Sanitation disposes of its Cherryvale trash.
“Right now, we’re lucky to have a landfill four miles away,” he said. “But in another five years, or whenever the landfill is full, we may have to take our trash to a landfill 40 miles away. That’ll add to the fuel costs, which means higher trash rates.”
Councilors said they appreciated the feasibility study and would consider the issue when they decide whether to renew the city’s contract with Dual County Sanitation.
In other business transacted at Monday’s Cherryvale City Council meeting, councilors:
• held discussion on the water rates for rural residents who are connected to the city’s water system. After raising water rates in the spring, councilors set August as the deadline to assess a new rate structure for rural residents.
Councilors were given a report detailing the actual cost of providing water services to rural residents. To fairly assess a fee that allows the city to break even with its costs for those rural residents, the city would need to raise water fees to those rural customers by at least 32.11 percent.
Trey Cocking, city administrator, said there were a total of 102 households in rural areas that use city water.
Councilors did not take any action on the proposed rate hike, but Cocking said he submitted the cost analysis to gauge the council’s reaction. He said he would present a formal proposal for a rate hike for rural residents at the council’s next meeting.
• agreed to donate $100 to the Meals on Wheels program in Montgomery County to partially offset the rising cost of fuel for transporting meals to elderly residents.
• held condemnation hearings for five local homes located at 212 S. Wilson, 612 E. Second, 726 E. Third, 322 W. Second and 300 E. Main. Councilors agreed to pursue full condemnation of those properties, which allows the city to raze the structures after Aug. 15.
One of those structures at 322 W. Second has a prospective new owner who intends to renovate the structure. The residence is believed to be the birthplace of television star Vivian Vance, best known for her role of Ethel Mertz on “I Love Lucy.” Ron Davis, fire chief and zoning administrator, did not reveal the name of the prospective home buyer but indicated that the buyer had a vision for renovating the structure soon.
“It’s really beyond repair,” Davis said of the structure.
Councilors agreed to condemn the house but to allow the prospective owner to attend the council’s first meeting in August to provide a detailed plan of action.
Councilors also learned that the residence at 612 E. Second had been demolished last week by the property owner.
BY ANDY TAYLOR
Montgomery County Chronicle
Logan Carnes did not bring home a belt buckle or saddle or trophy from a national junior rodeo last week.
But, the young rodeo enthusiast, who will be a freshman at Caney Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, did get a huge dose of priceless experience and confidence on the national stage.
Carnes was a participant in the 4th Annual Wrangler Junior High Finals Rodeo held June 30 through July 5 in Gallup, New Mexico. He qualified for the Kansas team after earning high honors at a state competition in May.
Carnes competed in the team roping event, where he and partner Keaton Cole of Maize, Kan., finishesd in eighth place in performance, 20th place in the go round, and 48th place overall. Carnes was the header in the two-man roping team while Cole was the heeler.
The rural Dearing youth also competed in a shooting competition at the national rodeo that tested his marksmanship skills. He finished in 23rd place overall in a single event. In a separate shooting competition that involved his father, Mike Carnes, as a partner, the duo finished in eighth place overall.
“It was a good experience for me,” the younger Carnes said. “I enjoyed the rodeo and meeting all of the new people.”
Logan has been involved in rodeos since he was 8 years old, and he said he planned on competing in the youth rodeo circuit during the 2008-09 season, which begins in August.
Junior high and high school rodeos are a rarity in southeast Kansas, so Carnes has to travel to central and western Kansas destinations for most of the competitions. The closest junior high or high school rodeo to Montgomery County is held in Eureka, Kan.
Carnes’ father said the camraderie that is created on the youth rodeo circuit leads to tight-knit group of friends and family. That was shown on Memorial Day weekend when, preparing for the state junior rodeo competition, the younger Carnes discovered that his own calf roping horse had been killed by a lightning strike during a thunderstorm. With only a day or two before the state contest, Mike Carnes contacted fellow rodeo enthusiast Matt Yocham, who was in Arizona at the time. Yocham learned about the younger Carnes’ situation, found a horse that he thought was suitable for the state rodeo competition, and met the Carnes family at the state contest.
Logan Carnes had never ridden his new calf roping horse when he competed at the state rodeo, but crawling onto a saddle atop a new horse didn’t matter. His scores were good enough for him to finish among the top 10 in his event.
“That’s the great thing about rodeos: you meet friends and create a lot of camraderie with people,” said Mike Carnes. “They are always glad to help you out when you are in need.”
Even though he has been home for only a few days, Logan Carnes is preparing for another major rodeo event. Next week, he and team roping partner Madison Fields will compete at the legendary Pawhuska Cavalcade in Pawhuska, Okla., the largest amateur rodeo in the world.
BY ANDY TAYLOR
Montgomery County Chronicle
Little Granton Bayless is a long way from knowing about the meaning of the Fourth of July.
But the 9-month-old baby declared his own brand of independence on the nation’s birthday last Friday, July 4, when a breathing tube and the last of five chest tubes were removed from his tiny body, giving family members and doctors at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Mo., a reason to celebrate.
It also offered a stronger ray of hope that the baby can crawl, coo and cry on his own without being followed by tubes and machines.
For in the world of Granton Bayless, celebrations are measured in the tiniest of increments.
The removal of one less tube, syringe or beeping machine is a major sign of improvement.
“These were big milestones,” said Granton’s grandmother, Deborah Bayless of rural Havana about the removal of the final chest tube and the respiratory machine. “This marked the first time that Granton was able to breathe on his own, and it was the first time that his family was able to hold him since he was admitted into the hospital several months ago.”
Granton Bayless is the infant son of Daniel and Jenni Bayless of Bolivar, Mo. Daniel is a native of Havana and was the first of seven Bayless children to attend Caney Valley schools. His parents, Dennis and Deborah Bayless, continue to reside in rural Havana.
Four months ago, doctors diagnosed Granton with a rare immunity disease called severe combined immunodeficiency, which prevents the body from producing enough blood cells necessary to fight off infections and disease. The condition is often dubbed the “bubble boy disease” because patients have to live inside a protective bubble for protection from germs and infections.
A patient at Children’s Mercy Hospital since late March, Granton’s frail little body became more fragile after pneumonia and a respiratory virus caused holes to form his lungs.
After being placed on a respiratory device and having as many as five chest tubes inserted to pull away the fluids and air leaking from his lungs, doctors were not optimistic about the chances for Granton’s survival. Medications were administered that intentionally paralyzed him so that he would not burn off the precious amounts of energy and oxygen inside his body.
Family members could touch Granton’s lifeless body inside a sterile incubator. But, they could not hold him — for two entire months.
Potential bone marrow donors were summoned to see if they were a match for a bone marrow transplant.
But, the prospects of Granton pulling through a perfect bone marrow transplant surgery were dwindling each day.
The atmosphere inside that pediatric care unit was grim.
That’s when the doctors made a last-ditch effort to save Granton’s life by putting him through a surgery that transplants blood cells from a donor’s umbilical cord. The fresh blood cells from an umbilical cord are intended to attack viruses and other harmful, infectious cells.
Since that transplant operation was performed on June 10, Granton has shown so many signs of improvement that doctors are labeling him a “miracle baby,” said Debbie Bayless.
“The doctors warned us ahead of the surgery that Granton would likely be on a respiratory for several months and that he would likely remain hospitalized even longer,” she said. “But, the new blood cells appear to be taking hold. And, we’re seeing signs of improvement each day. Removing him from the respirator and the last of his chest tubes was a huge step.”
Granton still has a long road ahead of him, Debbie says. Doctors said that a 100-day window from the day of the transplant is needed to see if the body will reject the influx of new virus-fighting blood cells. Today (Thursday) marks the 30th day of that 100-day timeframe.
Granton continues to be fed through a feeding tube, however doctors are toying with the idea of testing Granton’s swallowing skills to see if he is able to start taking food through the mouth. Should that occur, then the Bayless family can chalk up another major step in Granton’s recovery.
And, there is a chance that Granton will be moved from a pediatric intensive care unit to a transplant unit at Children’s Mercy Hospital, which is one more show of physical improvement, Debbie said.
“Right now, Daniel and Jenni are hopeful that Granton can be home by his first birthday in October,” she said. “But, there is a long road ahead of us for that to happen.”
Debbie said she, her husband and the remainder of the Bayless family have been overwhelmed by the show of support and prayer during the past several months. Thousands of letters have arrived at the hospital, many from strangers who offer their support and prayer to the family. Various fundraisers — from penny drives to cooking competitions — in Montgomery County as well as in Daniel and Jenni’s home in Bolivar, Mo., have raised thousands of dollars to offset various medical costs.
Persons interested in staying abreast of Granton’s recovery can read a daily blog set up by Daniel Bayless. The website is http://grantonbayless.blogspot.com. The blog has generated almost 200,000 visits since it was first posted in April.
BY ANDY TAYLOR
Montgomery County Chronicle
CHERRYVALE — In an attempt to combat rising fuel prices, all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and micro utility trucks (MUT) can be allowed on the streets of Cherryvale under an ordinance approved by city councilors on Monday.
However, before ATV and MUT drivers climb onto their vehicles and cruise the streets of Cherryvale, they’ll have to understand that the ordinance will require them to abide by all laws and regulations that conventional motorists must abide.
That means turn signals (or hand signals), lights, driver’s licenses and, in the case of ATV, the wearing of helmets for pilots and passengers under the age of 18.
The ordinance was written after several local residents approached city staff about possibly allowing ATVs and MUTs on city streets. Responding to the increase in fuel costs, the Kansas Legislature earlier this year approved legislation allowing MUTs and ATVs on city streets (golf carts and worksite utility vehicles are prohibited). The legislation also requires all motor vehicles to follow the traffic and traffic-related laws, which means possessing the proper safety features found on conventional vehicles plus having the operator be a licensed driver.
“We’re not giving free reign for ATVs to travel the city streets,” said police chief Matt Dennis at Monday’s city council meeting. “ATV and MUT drivers have to abide by all of the state laws regarding traffic and traffic safety.”
Dennis said it may be a matter of time before the legislature allows golf carts to be used on city streets. Many other states, including those in southern climates allow golf carts on city streets provided that the carts conform to local traffic standards.
The ordinance affects only the streets inside the city limits of Cherryvale, meaning that MUTs and ATVs cannot travel on federal and/or state highways outside the city limits unless to cross an intersection leading into the city limits. The Montgomery County Commission has not addressed the issue of MUTs or ATVs on rural county roads and are therefore prohibited on county roads.
Micro utility trucks, also known as MUTs, have being the new rage in the vehicle industry because of their small size and fuel efficiency. MUT vehicles are smaller than compact pickup trucks and are used primarily for localized utility purposes. They have smaller engines, which thereby produces greater fuel efficiency.
The new ordinance approved Monday defines a micro utility truck as “any motor vehicle which is not less than 48 inches in width, has an overall length, including the bumper, of not more than 144 inches, has an unladen weight, including fuel and fluids, of more than 1,500 pounds, can exceed 40 miles per hour as originally manufactured, and is manufactured with a metal cab.”
The ordinance defines all-terrain vehicles as “any motorized non-highway vehicle 48 inches or less in width, having a dry weight of 1,000 pounds or less, traveling on three or more low pressure tires, and having a seat to be straddled by the operator. Low pressure tire means any pneumatic tire six inches or more in width, designed for use on wheels with rim diameter of 12 inches or less, and utilizing an operating pressure of 10 pounds per square inch or less as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.”
The ordinance, which was unanimously approved by councilors, is printed on page 14 in this edition of the Montgomery County Chronicle.
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