The Miami County Board of County Commissioners convened on July 30, 2025, to discuss a conditional use permit application for quarry operations submitted by 1880 Enterprises and Clarkson Construction. The meeting began with a review of the Planning Commission's recommendation, which had passed with a 6-1 vote in favor of approval, despite receiving protest petitions from six of the thirteen properties within a thousand feet of the site.

The discussion highlighted that the protest petitions represented 55% of the area within the ownership zone, but Kansas statutes allow for quarry operations to be approved with a simple majority, even in the presence of protests. Concerns regarding traffic on Hedge Lane were raised, leading to a request for a traffic study, which concluded that no road improvements were necessary for the proposed operations.

The applicant, represented by David Waters from the Spencer Fane law firm, emphasized their commitment to addressing community concerns and noted that the quarry would operate under a new conditional use permit with specific conditions, including operational hours and dust control measures. Waters requested a revision to a condition regarding ownership changes, arguing that the current language could unnecessarily complicate future transitions.

The meeting concluded with the board considering the application for approval, with the applicant expressing eagerness to continue collaborating with the county to ensure compliance and address any ongoing concerns. The board's decision on the conditional use permit is anticipated in the coming weeks, reflecting the ongoing dialogue between the quarry operators and local residents.