The Reno County Commission hosted a joint meeting with Kansas legislators Tuesday evening to review the county’s legislative priorities and strengthen communication ahead of the 2026 legislative session.
The meeting took place from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Blue Dragon Room at Hutchinson Community College. Commissioners Don Bogner, Ron Hirst, Randy Parks, and Richard Winger were in attendance, along with County Administrator Randy Partington and several department heads, including Emergency Management Director Adam Weishaar, Health Department Director Karla Nichols, and County Appraiser Michael Plank.
State legislators joining the discussion included Senator Michael Murphy and Representatives Joe Seiwert, Kevin Schwertfeger, and Kyler Sweely.
Commissioners and legislators used the session to exchange updates and discuss local priorities expected to impact Reno County in the coming year. Topics typically include infrastructure funding, public health needs, property tax issues, emergency management, and other key policy areas that require coordination between local and state government.
The meeting was part of an ongoing effort by the commission to keep legislators informed of county concerns and ensure Reno County’s voice is represented in Topeka.