7/23/2026 Riley County Commission Meeting

The July 23, 2026 meeting of the Riley County Commission included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key actions included approval of change order number one for the University Park Wastewater Lagoon project and adoption of a resolution establishing new user fees for the Riley County Solid Waste Facility effective October 1, 2026. The commission also approved indemnification agreements with local vendors A&H Farms and Manhattan Brewing Company for activities at the county fair. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the Riley County Health Department's proposed budget restructuring, which aimed to achieve approximately $660,930 in cost savings through staffing changes, service revisions, and operational efficiencies. The commission approved the revised health department budget and restructuring plan, including maintaining a childcare licensing position through mid-2027. Additionally, the commission discussed the administrative rezoning of a 5.9-acre property from agricultural to light industrial to align with current use and prevent future confusion. The meeting also addressed the potential renewal of a 0.2% sales tax for road and bridge projects, with the decision to table the pursuit of placing the renewal on the November 2026 ballot due to timing and legal considerations. Overall, the meeting involved multiple procurement-related approvals, budget adjustments, and planning decisions impacting county infrastructure and services.