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October 2019
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD
City Hall
1st Monday @ 7:00 p.m.
AMERICUS RECREATION
ORGANIZATION
USD 251 Cafeteria
2nd Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL
BUSINESS MEETING
City Hall
2nd Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m.
FIRE BOARD MEETING
Fire Station
2nd Wednesday @ 7:30 p.m.
TOWNSHIP LIBRARY BOARD
Library
4th Monday @ 5:30 p.m.
MUNICIPAL COURT
City Hall
2nd Wednesday @ 3:00 p. m.
AMERICUS TOWNSHIP
Library
Last Tuesday @ 8:00 p.m.
RWD #1 BOARD
3rd Tuesday @ 7:30
Water Board Office
2501 W. 18th, Emporia
Anniversaries
City of Americus Established
Birthdays
2nd - Mary Littlefield
3rd -Olivia Hamlin
5th - Griffin Wilson
6th - Grace Kellison
7th - Dr. Scott Gordon
8th - Susan Redelfs
9th - Trey Rathke
Ava Matile
Logan Centlivre
Louisa Wiggins
11th - Brooke Wilson
12th - Cheryl Henry
Emma Pracht
Harper Pracht
14th - Connie Boyce
18th - Linda Lee
Matt Hart
19th - David Jones
20th - Richard Littlefield
21st - Dillon Riley
28th - Bradley Elbert
30th - Derek Wells
Stan & Connie Stewart October 1st
Danny & Jasmine Gerleman October 1st
Justin & Heaven Arb October 1st
Bill & Sherry Duncan October 2nd
Ron & Susan Redelfs October 8th
John & Celine Whitaker October 12th
Gerald & Sharon Myers October 16th
Robert & Linda Clark October 24th
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From City Hall: The following minutes are from the September 10th business meeting. As of print time the minutes have not been approved by the council.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL: Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Dustin Wright. Council mem-bers present were HAMLIN, NUESSEN, DYE, MILLER and HINRICHS. Also present were City Clerk Marcia John-son, City Attorney Steve Atherton, Treasurer Kelly Siebert, maintenance Nick Gadino and Police Chief Jody Meyers.
VISITORS/PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: Jospeh Leiszler. Stacy Welsh arrived at 7:07 p.m. Bruce Boettchter ar-rived at 7:10 p.m. Donna Mosby and Jessica Mosby arrived at 7:46 p.m.
Joe is present to speak to the council on the condition of the neighborhood he lives in, mobile homes unin-habitable and downed trees to junk vehicles and if the city plans to enforce codes on the neighboring proper-ties. The city has been working to clean up areas of town. The city will be working to enforce codes in all are-as of town. Letters have been sent to several of the mobile home owners notifying them they are on a list to be considered for condemnation. Joe also asked when his street will be chip and sealed. The city is currently going over roads that were previously done to upkeep them. If there are any materials left additional roads will be added to the grid. Maintenance has completed the first tank of oil for this year and will be starting a second tank of oil this week. Funding for the project is supported by the 1% county sales tax.
Joe left at 7:12 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: August 13, 2019. Move by NUESSEN to approve the minutes of August 13th
. Mo-tion seconded by DYE, 5-0 vote.
BILLS TO PAY: Moved by HINRICHS to pay the September bills in the amount of $29,999.02. Motion seconded by MILLER, 5-0 vote.
REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES: MILLER reported from the maintenance department: The department has been working on the chip and seal project and keeping up with the mowing. City Clerk reported that the city has received $5,386.51 to date from the .05% sales tax for the betterment of youth.
ADOPT THE AGENDA: Moved by HAMLIN to adopt the agenda. Motion seconded by MILLER, 5-0 vote.
1) BG CONSULTANTS: Bridge replacement. Bruce presented to the council a report for culvert replace-
ment. Existing structures maintained by the city are on sycamore, Orange, and Walnut streets. At this time, it is in question who maintains the Locust Street crossing. Drainage area is approximately 3 square miles. Because it is over a one square mile of drainage a DWR permit will be required. If an RCB (reinforced concrete box) is used the bottom would need to be 1 foot below the flow line due to envi-ronmental concerns and permit requirements. For the three structures with a 25% construction contin-gency, the engineer’s opinion of probably cost is $400,000. Funding options are A) Community Devel-opment Block Grant can be applied for through the Ks. Dept. of Commerce. One requirement is that the city makes the Low to Moderate Income requirement of 51% or better, the cities current LMI is 42.26%. A local match of 25%; 1:1 match most likely to be funded. B) USDA Rural Development loan is a 20-40-year loan with an interest rate that may vary from 2.5% to 4.5% . Rates vary depending on the median house hold income (MHI) of the community. If the city qualifies, Rural Development has a grant program that combines with the loan. USDA Rural Development also has community facility loan. C) Private Sector Bonds (GO Bond) are similar to a loan and are funded through the private sector, the city would need to investigate the availability, time frames and interest rates. D) KDOT – Cost Share Pro-gram was just released. The program has a minimum 15% match. The more the local match the better the consideration for the program. The program may have a $1,000,000 minimum dollar project. The options presented to the city are to do nothing, close the roadways and remove the culverts, do repairs by the city or replacements with reinforced concrete boxes. If the city moves forward with replacement with RCB the recommended steps of Planning/Funding, Design/Permitting/Bidding and Construction would be a three-year process due to funding cycles. The next step would be to determine how much the city has for matching funds.
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CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA (as of print time)
Tuesday, October 8th 2019 @ 7:00 p.m.
1. PARKS & RECREATION: Ball field update.
2. BRIDGE REPLCEMENT: Bruce will be here. Approval of PER Report by BG and approval of
application to K-State.
3. MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT: Backhoe replacement
4. PLANNING & ZONING : Zoning map review and review of Planning and Zoning Code.
5. ROLLING HILLS: Liquor license renewal
We invite our community to join us. Mayor Dustin Wright, Council President Lea Hamlin,
Britney Hinrichs, Marie Miller, Jason Dye and Nicky Nuessen
Bruce left at 7:47 p.m.
2) CONDEMNATION: City building inspector Larry Lewis has inspected each property for compliance.
a) 1021 Main: Donna and Jessica Mosby were present to report to the council on what has been done at the residence. The structure has been painted, the yard has been cleaned up, the roof has been fixed and the siding has been repaired. Consensus of council has found substantial compliance with
resolution 267. The property will be kept on a watch list.
Donna and Jessica Mosby left at 8:01 p.m.
b) 507 Elm: Stacy Welsh was present to report to the council on what has been done at the residence. A demo permit has been issued for the lean-to portion of the shed. If it is determined that the whole shed needs to come down it will be completely removed. The yard has been worked on with a lot of brush removed. Portions of the structure have been painted; more painting will be done. The gut-ters are being cleaned. The foundation has repairs made with more to be done. There are more trees to be removed in order for the yard to be mowed. Portions of the siding still need replaced. Moved by HAMLIN to extend resolution 266 for an addition 60 days. Motion seconded by
NUESSEN, 5-0 vote.
Stacy Welsh left at 8:11 p.m.
c) 1010 Main: Nobody was present to represent the property. The gutters are in better condition. The yard has been mowed. The majority of the items listed in the resolution were not completed. Con-sensus of council of non-compliant with resolution no. 268. Moved by NUESSEN to put out for bid the removal of the deck and swimming pool. (Resolution 268 items c & d) Motion seconded by HAMLIN, 5-0 vote. The broken windows, eves and gutters and unsightly appearance will remain on
the list to be completed. A letter will be sent to the owners outlining items still needing attention.
3) PARKS & RECREATION: Ball field update. Dave Devore sent an updated design along with an architect’s opinion of probable costs at $439,297.95. This would include the two ball fields and lighting. The architect’s opinion of proba-ble costs does not include moving the shelter house, update of the concession stands and addition of playground equipment. The design will require the additional purchase of property in order for the fields to fit within the com-plex. David will be attending the October meeting with a 3D image of the complex to be used for fundraising and
grant writing.
4) MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT: Backhoe replacement. The department has been researching available units. If the
maintenance department finds a backhoe they would like to purchase a special meeting can be called if needed.
5) PLANNING & ZONING: Zoning map review and review of Planning & Zoning Code. One question from the Plan-ning & Zoning Board is where the city would allow manufactured housing. City Clerk Johnson spent time with John Riggs going through the code making corrections, and getting clarification on some areas. If there are any corrections or concerns from the council they will need to be addressed before the final draft is presented for adop-
tion. City Clerk will review the zoning map to make sure zoning changes are reflected on the new map.
6) ORDINANCE 594: Adoption of Standard Traffic Ordinance. Moved by HINRICHS to approve ordinance 594. Motion
seconded by NUESSEN, 5-0 vote.
7) ORDINANCE 595: Adoption of Uniform Public Offense Code. Moved by NUESSEN to adopt ordinance no. 595. Mo-
tion seconded by MILLER, 5-0 vote.
Moved by DYE to adjourn at 8:44 p.m. Motion seconded by NUESSEN, 5-0 vote.
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Americus Police Reminder Department Report
AMERICUS
POLICE
Saturday, October 19th
, 2019
Cindy’s Leather Repair 2348 Rd F4 across the road from the Baptist Church
All types of leather repairing:
Belts * Purses
Saddles * Boots/Shoes
*Zipper Repair
*Replace Shoe Heel
*Prescription Shoe Lifts Call Cindy Edmiston
43-5993 Leave a Message
05.26.19 Rick Hamliin, Americus, Dog at Large $108.00
08.08.19 Shelby Posey, Americus, Spd. 31/20 $134.00
Americus Senior Center
October 2019
Join us for Friday Meals Friday, October 4 - Pot Luck. Bring covered dish or salad.
Friday, October 18 – Pizza (donation). Bring salad or dessert.
The Senior Center is available for private events.
To reserve call Marie Miller: 620-757-6371
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thurs-day
Friday Saturday
1 2:00 Crafty Crocheters
2 3 4 11:00 Board Meeting
12:00 Meal 7:00 Music
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6 7 8 9 10 11 7:00 Music
12 3:30 Movie & Dinner
13 14 15 2:00 Crafty Crocheters
16 17 18 12:00 Meal 7:00 Music
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M.A.D. Plumbing & General
Maintenance
Free Estimates
Mark Dixon 406 Hackberry
Americus, Ks
620-443-5386 or 620-794-1417
Americus United Methodist Church 413 Walnut, Americus, KS 620-443-5371
Adult & Youth Sunday School Sundays at 9:15 am
Worship Service Sundays at 10:30 am Children’s Sunday School begins at 1:00 pm Chime Choir practice will resume at 5:30 p.m.
Americus Community Food Pantry Tuesday Saturday
Oct. 8th Oct. 19th
6:30 pm. - 8 pm. 10:00 am. - 11:30 am. Open to anyone in need. No Restrictions.
Doors open 30 minutes before start time.
During services a nursery is available. We invite all to join us.
During inclement weather conditions, listen
to KVOE radio for schedule changes.
Small Engine Repair
2348 Rd F4 Across the road from the Baptist Church
We service lawn mowers, chainsaws, weed eaters, tillers, and small engines.
Chainsaw sharpening, mower blades and parts available.
PICK-UP AND DELIVERY AVAILABLE.
WE ARE REASONABLY PRICED.
Call Larry Edmiston
443-5993 or 794-4501
Leave a message
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Sunday
9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship (nursery available) 6:30 p.m. Evening Service with praise music WEDNESDAY
6:30 p.m. Youth Group for grades K thru 12 6:30 p.m. Christian programs for adults
For more information:
For Worship, call Pastor Rick Smith at (620) 273-8407
For Sunday School, call Brenda at (620)366-1965
For Youth Group, call Carla at (620) 794-1361
For a Bus Ride to Church, call (620)443-5177
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DEE GIESWEIN Gieswein Insurance Agency
420 E. Main
Council Grove, KS 66846
620-767-5636
COME AND SEE “The Lord Is My Shepherd”
-Everyone Welcome-
Sunday Evening @6:30 pm Video
Series & Bible Study for the Whole
Community See historical sites from
Bible times that make the Scriptures
come alive. Presented by
Countryside Baptist Church
6 First Street, Americus, 794-7927
“That the world may know” videos are produced by Focus on the
Family on the Family with faith lessons Presented by Ray Vander
Laan.
Call
for all your
residential or
commercial
electrical needs.
620-487-5663
Americus Newsletter
Advertising Prices
Ad sizes and costs
Black & White Color
1/8 Page $ 5.00 $ 7.00
1/4 Page $ 9.00 $11.00
1/2 Page $16.00 $18.00
Full Page $32.00 $36.00
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richmorlawns.com
Mark Morgan at (620) 341-3890
Travis Richard at (620) 341-7939
~ Mowing ~ Edging ~ Fertilizing ~ Shrub Trimming ~ Yard Cleanup ~ Weed Control ~ Gutter Cleaning ~ Pressure Washing ~ Landscaping
~ Irrigation Systems
~ Licensed and Insured
RICHMOR
Lawn care, LLC.
Air Conditioning
Specialists
~ Heating
~ Cooling
~ Refrigeration
~ Free Estimates
Casey Crist 620.343.0889
Harry & Lloyd’s
Sports Bar 608 Main Street 443~5066
Mike
Harry & Lloyd’s has been voted: BEST DIVE BAR-
BEST PIZZA-
BEST TACOS-
BEST BURGERS-
BEST BBQ-
BEST ATMOSHPHERE-
BEST PATIO-
BEST BARTENDERS-
BEST WAIT STAFF-
BEST CARRY-OUT-
BEST PLACE TO HAVE A BIRTHDAY PARTY-
Pick up a to-go pizza on your way home!
Call 620-443-5066 for your carry out convenience.
The Food Channel report’s that Harry & Lloyd’s is the Best! Just ask us!
H & L
Do you have a birthday, anniversary or have a group of people that want to have a good time at Harry and Lloyds. Let us pick you up
and take you home in our Safe Ride Bus! Message us on Face Book or call 620-803-9090 for more information.
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Check out our local listings:
SPRING IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER AND WE ARE READY TO HELP YOU GET YOUR
HOME LISTED OR ASSIST YOU IN FINDING THE HOUSE PERFECT FOR YOU.
CALL JAN UTECH OR LACIE HAMLIN TO GET STARTED.
EK REAL ESTATE, INC
Financing! Americus is eligible for 100% Rural
Development financing. Ask us about first time home
buyers grants available for qualified buyers. .
200 First Street ~ $42,000 for 28 buildable lots on the edge of Americus. City water and sew-
er available. Opportunity for spec houses, seller would consider selling groups of 6 lots.
Lacie Hamlin - Cell: (620) 481- 0213 : Email: [email protected]
Jan Utech - Cell: (620) 343-5100 : Email: [email protected]
505 Walnut St. ~ $58,900 Welcoming front porch, large living room, updated kitchen, main floor laundry
room that doubles as a mudroom,. 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Nice lot and well maintained home. Lets look!
2423 Road G ~ Get a peaceful country feeling in your 4 bed, 3 bath Ranch home on 3.18 acres 10 minutes
from Emporia. Well maintained with granite counter tops pellet stove, and an extra workout room for your
weighs and treadmill. Horses, goats, chickens and sheep all welcome.
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Needing board members, please consider volunteering to help with our programs.
Keep up to date on Americus Recreation Organization Facebook page or Americusrec.com
for more information contact :
Carrie McElfresh - 620-794-2845
E-mail the ARO board at:
[email protected] Visit our web page at:
www.americusrec.com
Jack’s ElEctric, llc
Jack McCullough Electrician
Jack & Jodi McCullough Owners
Business: 620-341-3557
Americus Kansas TOPS Chapter 1166
Weekly meetings on Monday’s at 6:00 pm
Weigh-in at 6:00 and meeting 6:15 -7:00
The last meeting of the month is
weigh-in only.
Located at the Americus United Methodist
Church
413 Walnut, Americus KS 66835
Men, Women and Teens Welcome
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1968 Chevy Camaro RS/SS Convertible Drawing is on Thursday - MARCH 19, 2020 at 5:00 pm
at the Hyatt Regency Wichita
$20
Per raffle ticket
Cash or Check
WIN
For ticket information contact Jakob Edmunds
620-344-0626 or Wayne Lee 620-340-2465 , by
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, 2020.
Northern Heights Booster Club Events…
Wednesday, October 2nd @ 6:30 pm, Home coming parade with free meal
and pep rally after in the park in Allen.
Friday, October 4th After-Prom BBQ fundraiser before the football game. We
will be serving hamburger or brat meals with all proceeds going to help with our after-prom
event. Come join us to cheer on your Wildcats!!!
Saturday, November 9th @ 6:oo pm, Booster Night Out Steak Dinner
and Silent Auction. Held at the NLC Youth Association gym, Allen. We are currently look-
ing for silent auction donations & monetary donations to defray our out-of-pocket expenses.
All proceeds from this go to support our students.
Must be 21 to attend. Tickets available for $25.00/person, from Kansasland Bank, S&A
Telephone, Stacie Horton, Jana Smart & Kayla Burton. Sponsored by NHHS
BOOSTER CLUB. Call Stacie Horton for more information 620-344-0825
for more information.
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NAME: Veronica Dean
ADDRESS: 1018 Main, Americus, Ks
OCCUPATION: Research Analyst III
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN AMERICUS? My family moved to Americus in 2012.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF: I want to make Americus a place where my children will want to
stay. We moved to this community because of how friendly and welcoming it felt. I want to
continue that within the community. I can provide insight because I came from Topeka and
have seen the process of another community and I can provide a different view. I want to
make Americus grow and continue to prosper into a good community that families want to
come live in.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: I have an Associates Degree in General Studies from Allen County
Community College. I also have an Associate Degree in Health Information Technology and a
Bachelors Degree in Health Information Technology from Washburn University. I am currently
hoping to start a Master’s Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Leadership in
the fall of 2019 or Spring of 2020.
WORK HISTORY: I have worked for the State of Kansas since 2007. Currently, I work with the counties to determine their appraised tax values. I also as-
sist with the process to set their mill levy to verify their information is charging the correct mill levy per taxing district. I assist other staff in working with
Utility companies and assisting counties for questions regarding personal property.
PUBLIC OFFICES HELD: I am currently a member of the Americus Recreational Organization.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Before moving to Americus, I was previously a volunteer at St. Francis and Stormont Vail hospitals in Topeka.
TOP ISSUES: I believer that we need to find a way to bring people into our community and work towards better communication within the community.
YOUR APPROACH TO GOVERNING: My approach is to do the right by the taxpayers while not overstepping the government’s reach. I want the taxpay-
ers to see the community government to become better and more open to the public. While working with other City Council members, it is best to be re-
spectful and provide adequate respect to each member, eve if without agreeing with their point of view.
NAME: Kayla Burton
ADDRESS: 907 5th St., Americus, Ks
OCCUPATION: Licensed practical Nurse
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN AMERICUS? I came to Americus when I was 7. As an
adult, 13 years. I graduated 8th grade in Americus in 1994, and NHHS in 1998. Moved to Americus in
2006.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF: I grew up in this town. I could not imagine raising my family any
where else. I feel it is my duty as a long term citizen to volunteer my time to improve our
community. Americus is so wonderfully rural. I would like to learn more about how the city runs
and work with other to make it better.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Graduate of NHHS 1998 Flint Hills Technical College, LPN Program
2005
WORK HISTORY: I worked in long term care from 05-08. I have worked in a clinical setting (family
practice/ public health ) since 2008. I work daily to help improve the health of others.
PUBLIC OFFICES HELD: I sat on the Americus Rec Road for 6 years. 5 years as the director, Americus Ks. Currently a co-chair of NHHS
Booster Club. I have been a member since 2013.
TOP ISSUES: Recreation-keeping our youth and our adults satisfied with recreation activities. Development– keeping our small town alive
and thriving.
YOUR APPROACH TO GOVERNING: My approach would be to work side by side with other council members to help understand and
meet the needs of our community. Being a part of a council means working as a team.
Meet the Candidates... three Council Members seat terms are up in 2019. Running for council member seats in November are as follows; Nicky Neussen, Jason Dye, Veronica Dean, Kayla Burton and Larry Birk. The following is a questionnaire completed by each candidate. Here is their responses…...
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NAME: Larry Birk
ADDRESS: 506 4th St., Americus Ks OCCUPATION:
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN AMERICUS? 48 years
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF: To assist in improving our community. Having served on council in
the past and having some insight of how a city council functions. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Grade 12 graduation - 59 college credit hours, Industrial maintenance training from FHTC. WORK HISTORY: 35 years with Diddie Graphics, 15 years with ESU, 2 years in United States
Army. PUBLIC OFFICES HELD: 12 Plus years on Americus City Council 80’s - 90’s
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Council member, SR. boys baseball coach, little league baseball coach, HS girls softball coach, Americus Jaycee’s. TOP ISSUES: City growth.
YOUR APPROACH TO GOVERNING: Listening to concerns and working with council members
to determine what would benefit the community as a whole.
NAME: Nicky Nuessen
ADDRESS: 557 Cherry St., Americus, KS
OCCUPATION: Board Clerk & Business Manager
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN AMEICUS? 14 years.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF: I have been on the City Council for almost 2 years, the Police Department and
Code Enforcement fall into my responsibilities, and will continue working closely with our Police Chief to keep crime and code violations under control. I would also like to continue working closely with the Mayor and Council Members to make Americus one of the most attractive little towns in Kansas.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE: Associates Degree in Accounting and Bookkeeping
WORK HISTORY: 2004 till 2012 Office Manager at JCPenney, 2012 till Dec 2013 Secretary at Americus School,
2013 till present Board Clerk and Business Manager at USD #251.
PUBLIC OFFICES HELD: Former – Youth Soccer President in Germany, Vice-President at Trysa, Key Caller
for the Army National Guard FRG (Family Readiness Group). Currently - City of Americus Council Member, City of Americus Planning & Zoning Board Member, Army National Guard FRG Treasurer (Family Readiness Group), Americus Days Committee, Americus Housing Authority Treasurer.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Americus Days Committee, Fundraising Activities, School Activities. Anytime there is an event in Americus I try to be part of it, help where I can.
TOP ISSUES: Attract families to the community. Residential and business growth. Continue paving roads. Additional recreational options for every age
group.
YOUR APPROACH TO GOVERNING: Listen to the people of Americus. Identify needs and wants. Resolve issues in a timely and professional manner.
Work closely with City Clerk, City Police, Mayor and City Council, to make Americus a great place to live.
NAME: Jason Dye
ADDRESS:
OCCUPATION: I work at Simmons Ped Food in Emporia. I am also a disaster volunteer for the Amer-
ican Red Cross.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN AMERICUS? My family moved here about 8 years ago.
EDUCATION:
WORK HISTORY:
PUBLIC OFFICES HELD: I have been on the City Council for a little over 4 years.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Since being on the council, I wrote and was awarded a State of Kan-
sas grant that paid for the recycle building we have in town. In the 3 years it has been opened, I
have volunteered over 500 hours and processed over 70,000 pounds of material keeping it out of our
landfills.
TOP ISSUES: Some of the priorities I foresee for Americus are continuing the chip and seal of our
roads, keeping the parks beautiful, enforcement of excessive code violations, and the development of College Park and other land to bring new
houses and families to our town.
YOUR APPROACH TO GOVENING:
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Lyon County
Recycle Trailer The recycle trailer is located on the south
side of the grade school gym.
October Schedule
2nd & 16th
Nov. Schedule
6th & 20th
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October
Americus Recycling Center
Located behind City Hall
Recycle items only.
Please break down all boxes and rinse all containers.
Empty trash containers/bags into bins, do not dispose of plastic bags in the recycle bins.
City Hall Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
PO Box 526
Americus, KS 66835
Phone: 620-443-5655
Fax: 620-443-5644
www.cityofamericus.municipalimpact.com
Americus Police Department invites you to
visit their Facebook page
All newsletter submissions need to be into City Hall or emailed to
[email protected] on the 23rd of each month.
702 Main St. Americus KS 66835
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