March 2022
The Board of County Commissioners serves as the Chief Legislative and Executive Branch of the County Government. Composed of five members, with each Commissioner representing a district of the County.
The duties of the Board of County Commissioners include:
- Approving the County budget and expenditures
- Appointing the various department heads of the County
- Exercising powers of local legislation
The Leavenworth County Commissioners signed a proclamation designating March 2022 as the month celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program. We are excited to be part of an event that recognizes and celebrates the momentous law that allowed seniors 60 years and older to receive partial funding for Meals on Wheels under the Older American Act Nutrition Program.
The Council on Aging Nutrition Department's goal is to provide a hot, balanced, and nutritious noon-day meal to senior citizens, age 60 and older, of Leavenworth County. This service enables individuals to remain independent and at home. The department's success is dependent on volunteer help and donations. Please let us know if you would like to help!
The Nutrition Department offers two meal programs:
Home Delivery: Meals on Wheels
For more information , including requested meal donation,
please call the Nutrition Department at 913-684-0777.
Our hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Interest in running for office? Now is the time to file! June 1st is the deadline to file for your local office. 
Offices up for election:
County Commission 1st, 4th, and 5th District
Precinct Committeeman / Woman
Township Clerk
Lan-Del Water Board
You can find a list of all the current filings at our Filings section of our website.
Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office will soon celebrate the retirement of Billy Adcox. Master Deputy Adcox will retire from Leavenworth County with 9 years of service to Leavenworth County and 22 years total in Law Enforcement. Deputy Adcox served the Sheriff's Office in the following divisions: Jail, Patrol Deputy, School Resource Officer with Tonganoxie School District, and Master Deputy. Before joining the Sheriff's Office, Deputy Adcox served with the Tonganoxie Police Department serving as Patrol Sergeant, Detective, Sergeant Detective, Lieutenant, and Deputy Chief of Police.
Deputy Adcox looks forward to enjoying his retirement fishing, traveling, and spending time with family.
Thank you, Mr. Adcox, for all your hard work and your dedication to the citizens of Leavenworth County.
Leavenworth County is "StormReady"
Earlier this month, Leavenworth County Emergency Management received notification that they had successfully achieved their "StormReady" renewal status from the National Weather Service.
Leavenworth County is a certified Storm Ready County. This certification comes with hours of work from their office and volunteers to achieve this recognition.
We are proud to let our citizens know that we are doing everything at our disposal to provide fast and accurate information regarding severe weather.
Sheriff Office Job Opportunities
The Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office is seeking hardworking, dedicated, and career-minded professionals for the positions of:
Deputy Sheriff (Patrol Division) - $21.17/Hour, Full-Time, Benefits Eligible, Pay Consideration for Experience/Education
Deputy Sheriff Job Description
Detention Officer - $18.82/Hour, Full-Time, Benefits Eligible
Detention Officer Job Description
Dispatcher - $18.82/Hour, Full-Time, Benefits Eligible
The Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At the Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals committed to building and maintaining a highly engaged workforce. Among the benefits of a career with the Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office is the opportunity to grow professionally in a forward-thinking environment fostering teamwork and focusing on public service.
Leavenworth County is an amazing place to work. We offer competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, which includes:
Retirement: Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS for civilian employees and KP&F for sworn law enforcement employees)
Vacation: 13 days per year; increasing after five years
Sick Leave: 13 days per year
Holidays: 14 paid holidays per year, including one personal holiday
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Available at a group rate
Flexible Spending Accounts: Health Care and Dependent Care accounts are available
Life Insurance: County-paid insurance valued at 1.5x the annual salary; County-paid insurance valued at $15,000; additional life insurance for self and dependents is available at an employee cost
457 Deferred Compensation Plan Option: KPERS 457
Aflac: Accident, Hospitalization, Cancer, Critical Care, and Short-Term Disability plans available
Tuition Reimbursement
College Incentive pay increase
Employee Assistance Program: Up to 3 sessions available per situation at no cost to employee
Longevity Bonuses
Annual Leave Sell Back Program
Health Insurance Opt-Out Incentive
Opportunity for Advancement
Are you looking for a new career?
Leavenworth County is a great place to work!
You can find all of our current job openings on our job opening section of our website.
One of our greatest resources at Leavenworth County is our hard-working county employees. Here is a list of our County employees celebrating a work anniversary this month!
We thank each of them for their hard work, dedication, & years of service to Leavenworth County!
March 2022 Marks the 50th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program. To help celebrate this momentous law that helped make Meals on Wheels available to seniors aged 60 and older, we are spending the month of March highlighting some of our Council on Aging Nutrition Team and volunteers that support Leavenworth County seniors throughout the week.
Many people ask what is a diversion? The County Attorney's office sees most diversions through traffic-related offenses. A diversion is a contract between the State of Kansas (through the County Attorney's office) and the defendant. If you are facing criminal or traffic-related charges, a first-time offender can apply for a diversion. The diversion process occurs after someone is charged with a crime but before the finding of guilt. If someone accepts a diversion, that stops the case until they either complete diversion or fail to complete it. If you successfully complete diversion, the criminal charge is dismissed. If you fail to complete diversion, you face receiving a conviction.
Who is eligible for diversion? That depends on the criminal history, the extent of harm caused by the defendant in the criminal conduct, whether the victim finds it acceptable, whether the victim induced or facilitated the commission of the crime, and whether the victim has compensated or will compensate the victim. The generally accepted practice is people with no criminal history and only on crimes that have not harmed anyone.
While on diversion, people are expected to pay court costs, diversion fees, and if there's a victim, pay them restitution. People on diversion are expected to make regular appearances with our diversion officers. They are to gain and maintain work. If they are in school, they are expected to keep up with their schoolwork and receive passing grades. In specific cases, victims are also expected to participate in programs to help them rectify whatever issue caused them to be in trouble, such as alcohol or drug classes and mental health programs.
The purpose of diversion is to try to help people without hurting their criminal record. For more information, please see our website at www.leavenworthcountyattorney.org .
Health Department and Emergency Medical Services
Flu Shot Clinic
The Health Department has flu shots available. Flu shots are offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday between 8 AM - 4 PM. Please call the Health Department to schedule your appointment at 913.250.2000. There is a mask requirement to enter the Health Department, as it is a medical facility.
Most insurances are accepted. Contact the Health Department for more information.
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Information
The Health Department offers a weekly Vaccination Clinic (more information). 
These are walk-in clinics. No appointments are necessary. No residency requirement.
Later this month, Leavenworth County Emergency Medical Services will celebrate the retirement of Carolyn "Carol" McNatt. Carol will retire with over 26 years of service to Leavenworth County.
Thank you, Carol, for being a part of the EMS team. We wish Carol well in this new chapter and her future endeavors. All of her teammates say that it was a pleasure working alongside you, and wish her the best retirement.
March vehicle renewals for customers with the last name starting with "B" will be due by March 31.
- Taxpayers may renew their vehicles up to 60 days in advance of their renewal deadline.
- You can now pay your current Personal Property & Real Estate taxes online from our website by using the Pay Taxes link.
- Driver's License renewals are open at the Annex by appointment only, Tuesday through Friday. Please call the Annex at 913-364-5730 to set up an appointment.
For more information about renewing your vehicle, visit this section of our website: Renewing Your License Plate .
Here is the case map for February's Planning Cases. The Planning Commission heard these cases at their March 9th, 2022 meeting.
The purpose of the Planning Commission is to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on land use applications, regulations, and policies presented by the Planning and Zoning Department.
These cases will be heard by the Board of County Commissioners for a final determination. The Commission Agenda is posted on the Leavenworth County website and is available for public viewing.
Here are links to the Planning Commission Schedule and Board of County Commissioner Schedule.
NEWS AND UPDATES FROM THE REGISTER OF DEEDS OFFICE - March 2022
Register of Deeds is on Nextdoor!
You can now get tips and information by the Nextdoor app! Our page link is:
https://nextdoor.com/agency/leavenworth-county-government/?i=yzxwgwdcfjndtncrypxt
I invite you to join us on Nextdoor for updates and current information.
County Government Day at the Capitol
The Kansas Register of Deeds Association hosted an information table for Legislators at the Topeka Capitol on the morning of February 16, 2022.
We were able to share our concerns on current legislation being worked this session, mainly on increasing fraud penalties.
Reading to Children for Lansing Public Library
TerriLois Mashburn read to children "Pete the Cat" and told them about the big books she works with in her job as Register of Deeds. She sat in front of the original Deed Books that are now in the Courthouse vault in preparation for the upcoming scanning project. She also showed the children the beautiful calligraphy handwriting used in Deed Books during the 1800's.
The Lansing Library will share the story online starting March 6th, 2022.
Sharing the FREE Property Fraud Alert from Register of Deeds
Past Presentations
February 12, 2022 - TerriLois was as the Leavenworth County Democrat Party monthly meeting held at the Lansing Community Center. It was a great crowd and many people took advantage of the opportunity to subscribe to Property Fraud Alert notifications for free.
February 23, 2022 - TerriLois spoke briefly on Property Fraud Alert at the Basehor City Council meeting during public comments.
March 3, 2022 - The Leavenworth Garden Club enjoyed a presentation at the Leavenworth Public Library at 10 AM.
Future Presentations by Register of Deeds
March 10, 2022 - A program on the Register of Deeds services, including Property Fraud Alert, will be presented at the Lansing Public Library at 6:30 PM. The meeting is also available by Zoom. Please join us at Lansing Community Library, 730 1st Terrace, Suite 1, Lansing, KS 66043. Main Line: 913-727-2929 Email: lansingkslibrary.org
March 17, 2022 - St. Patrick's Day Parade - Come get your green on!
March 19, 2022 - The League of Women Voters will host TerriLois for a program presentation at the Presbyterian Church at 4th Street and Walnut Street on Saturday morning 10 AM.
March 19, 2022 - The NAACP will host TerriLois for a program presentation at the American Legion Hall off 3rd Street near Able Stadium at noon.
March 26, 2022 - I'll be presenting at the Emergency Preparedness Fair from 10 AM to 3 PM held at 1020 Limit St, Leavenworth. Displays by Leavenworth County Sheriff's Office, Leavenworth County EMS, Kansas Gas Service, Leavenworth Fire Dept, Humane Society, Leavenworth Emergency Manager, Riverside Survival Supply, Hillside Honey, Eco-Cattle, Thrive-Freeze Dried Foods, American Red Cross, Evergy, and much more.
April 5, 2022 - Merry Matrons in Basehor, 1 PM at Perkey's Cafe
In these uncertain times, I encourage you to protect your property by also researching the benefits of the Transfer on Death Deed and talking with your attorney on any questions you may have about how that would affect your property ownership. We have forms you may print off for free on our website.
If you are part of a club or organization looking for a speaker, I am available to share this community service message in person. Call or email requests to TMashburn@LeavenworthCounty.gov. I would be happy to share a program on Register of Deeds services with your group.
For more information or to subscribe to Property Fraud Alert, call the Register of Deeds at 913.684.0424 or email tmashburn@leavenworthcounty.gov.
Battery and Small Electronic Recycling
When It Comes to Small Electronics and Batteries Recycling Only You Can Prevent Fires!
COULD YOUR TRASH OR RECYCLING BIN BE A FIRE HAZARD?
Excited about your new smartphone purchase, you pull it out of the case and set up your new device. Your old phone which has just been replaced by the new model remains lying on the counter, ready to be discarded.
It is an electronic, and certain electronics shouldn't go to the landfill. But wait! Did you know that if you throw your old phone in your recycling bin at home, you can create a serious fire hazard? Batteries, when faulty or crushed, can spark or explode.
In addition to fires breaking out at waste facilities, trash and recycling collection trucks have also gone up in flames from lithium-ion batteries. These fires are an extreme safety hazard for both drivers and the people working in the facilities and the surrounding communities.
HOW TO SAFELY DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES AND SMALL ELECTRONICS, SUCH AS PHONES
Batteries and small electronics don't belong in recycling or trash. Instead, take them to a safe collection site and for Leavenworth County residents that can be The Leavenworth County Transfer Station . You will pull onto the scale and let the attendant know that you have batteries or electronics to recycle.
On your next trip to the hardware, home improvement, electronics, or household goods store, you could check to see if the store offers a battery and small electronics recycling program. These stores often locate special bins to recycle batteries or small electronics near entrances and exits and may be adjacent to special plastic bag recycling bins.
Help keep everyone safe, including your community and the environment, by safely disposing batteries and small electronics.
Community Corrections is MARCH-ING right along with their MOVE.
Community Corrections is officially making the move into the former Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) building which was recently converted into office space. Their move allows for sight and sound separation of the youth and adult offender population. The relocation also allows for future growth to increase our staff to client ration, as well as allows for local partners to begin expanding services onsite for those who may struggle with transportation. Community Corrections will be hosting an Open House in the next couple of months, so please, Stay Tuned!
Do you want to join our Community Corrections team?
We are now hiring for a dual Adult Intensive Supervision Officer/Juvenile Intake Officer. To view a full description of the job and find out how to apply please visit the Job Opening section of our website.
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