Title
Agreement with the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) regarding the treatment of noxious weeds growing on KDOT right of way in Sedgwick County. All Districts.
Body
Recommended Action: Approve the agreement and authorize the Chairman to sign.
Alternatives: N/A
Financial Considerations: Costs associated with the recommended agreement are budgeted in the County's 2016 Adopted Budget and will be reimbursed by the State of Kansas, per the agreement, into cost center 22001-207, Noxious Weeds. The agreement is a significant revenue source for the Noxious Weeds Department and accounts for around $25,000 of non-tax revenue annually.
Legal Considerations: The BoCC is authorized to make all contracts in relation to the concerns of the county under K.S.A. 19-101 fourth. The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Transportation and the County Commission have a duty to control the spread of noxious weeds under K.S.A. 2-1314. This contract is similar in terms and conditions to prior contracts approved by the BoCC for this purpose.
Policy Considerations: N/A
Outside Attendees: N/A
Multimedia Presentation: N/A