The bill amends K.S.A. 19-2670 to provide county commissioners with the discretion to create a citizens commission on local government in counties with populations exceeding 170,000 but not more than 200,000. The amended language removes the mandatory requirement for such commissions to be established and instead allows for their creation at the discretion of the county boards. The composition of the commission includes various local government representatives, such as the board of county commissioners, city governing bodies, township trustees, school district chairmen, and public utility boards, along with eighteen appointed residents who are not affiliated with local government entities.

Additionally, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 19-2670, effectively replacing the previous mandatory framework with a more flexible approach that empowers county commissioners to decide whether to form a citizens commission. This change aims to enhance local governance by allowing counties to tailor their approach to citizen engagement and oversight based on their specific needs and circumstances. The act will take effect upon its publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 19-2670