By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT
Hays Post

The Ellis County Commission will discuss using economic funds to support business corridor improvements northwest of Hays.

With the continued expansion of several businesses north of Interstate 70 in the area of 230th Avenue and Feedlot Ellis County staff believe it’s time to get updated costs on road projects in the area, according to County Administrator Phillip Smith-Hanes.

The county had previously explored the possibility of improving the infrastructure in the area but a lack of funding caused the commission to delay consideration of the project.

The commission will also consider staffing changes presented by County Treasurer Lisa Schlagel.

The board will meet as the Public Building Commission as 5 p.m. on Monday with the regular commission meeting to follow at the Ellis County Administrative Building at 718 Main St.