By TONY GUERRERO
Hays Post
The Ellis County Commission will hear suggestions from a resident regarding road conditions in rural subdivisions during its meeting at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday.
The discussion will focus on establishing a standardized approach to road maintenance, gathering feedback from residents in various subdivisions and exploring potential solutions.
Due to technical issues from the previous commission meeting, the subdevelopment road discussion was postponed to this Tuesday.
St. Jacobs street right of way
An adjoining property owner has requested Ellis County Public Works vacate the right of way for St. Jacobs Street in Catherine.
According to state statute, the county commissioners may vacate the right of way if the road is impassable due to neglect or nonuse and is no longer necessary for public utility.
Public Works Director Brendan Mackay will present the discussion.
Ellis County Library Board appointment and update
The Ellis County Library Board will request Alisha Hammerschmidt's reappointment for a new term ending April 30, 2029, and approval of funding for 2025 expenses.
Commissioner Michael Berges will lead the discussion. If approved, the county administrator will allocate funds from the contingency budget to the general fund.
Other business
The Ellis County Historical Society is seeking a letter of support from the county to include with its grant application to T-Mobile. The grant would fund the purchase of new exhibit displays.
Ellis County EMS Director Danita Schroeder will request approval to purchase a Stryker PowerPro Cot and Powerload system for $54,504. The equipment will be used in a newly acquired ambulance.
The Ellis County Road and Bridge Division will seek approval to purchase a 2021 Caterpillar excavator for $184,736. The county's current 2005 CAT excavator has limitations in reaching specific project sites.
You can view the full agenda here.