Fwd: Following up.

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From: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Aug 27, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Subject: Re: Following up.
To: John Alcala <John.Alcala@house.ks.gov>

Cook works for Jimbo 

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On Wed, Aug 27, 2025, 5:40 PM John Alcala <John.Alcala@house.ks.gov> wrote:

Henry you never treated me bad,  I told you what I thought you told me what you thought and that was it, we get along pretty good. That's the problem. Everybody takes this shit too personal and don't want to hear the stuff people are thinking that  no one saying. A lot of Time elected officials forget who they work for that's the biggest problem and everyone should matter.

John Alcala

Kansas House of Representatives 

57th District 

On Aug 27, 2025, at 5:34 PM, Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com> wrote:



From the day we met till today, I like our new relationship

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On Wed, Aug 27, 2025, 5:32 PM John Alcala <John.Alcala@house.ks.gov> wrote:

Let me get the Bill introduced and then right before session starts probably first week in January or before New Year's or end of December. We'll get together and have a meeting and we'll work out a strategic plan on how we're going to lobby and who. Henry any Bill is never a waste of time it's just an opportunity lost. 

John Alcala

Kansas House of Representatives 

57th District 

On Aug 27, 2025, at 5:23 PM, Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com> wrote:



I'll do anything I can to make this work. This is your arena. You tell me what to do. You're the only person that i've ever heard customer service from as an elected official.

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On Wed, Aug 27, 2025, 4:51 PM John Alcala <John.Alcala@house.ks.gov> wrote:

Henry anymore everything is a flip of a coin up there but we gotta try.

I'll work hard on my end to try to lobby the best I can. I might need you to help on your end doing the same.

John Alcala

Kansas House of Representatives 

57th District 

On Aug 27, 2025, at 4:16 PM, Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com> wrote:



Looks good to me! 

Do you think we have a shot? 

H

On Wed, Aug 27, 2025 at 10:43 AM John Alcala <John.Alcala@house.ks.gov> wrote:

Good morning Henry read the below and let me know how you want to do this. Otherwise I'm going to pre-file it this week.

I'm good with any of the options.

Take care, Brother!

John Alcala

Senior Member 

Kansas House of Representatives 

57th District 

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Would it be a conflict to interest for spencer to be mayor.

Yes, working as a paid governmental affairs lobbyist for the League of Kansas Municipalities (LKM) while also serving as Mayor of Topeka would likely create a conflict of interest under Kansas ethics laws. While Kansas law permits local officials to hold other jobs, the specific nature of a lobbying role for an organization like the LKM presents a clear potential for incompatible duties and impaired judgment. [1, 2]  

Potential conflicts • Divided loyalty: As mayor, your primary duty is to represent and act in the best interests of Topeka. As a lobbyist for the LKM, you would be advocating for the collective interests of cities and towns across Kansas, which may not always align with Topeka's specific priorities. This creates a potential conflict between serving your constituents and fulfilling the agenda of your employer. 

• Impaired independence of judgment: Kansas ethics law prohibits a local official from having a financial interest that "would tend to impair his or her independence of judgment". A paid lobbying position with the LKM would constitute such a financial interest. Your decisions as mayor could be influenced, or be perceived as being influenced, by your employer's stance on legislation or other issues. 

• Confidential information: As mayor, you would have access to confidential city information and discussions regarding policy and strategy. As a lobbyist, you would be representing another organization before state agencies and the legislature. Using confidential city information to advance your employer's interests would violate ethics rules, and the risk of doing so creates an inherent conflict. 

• Abstention from action: Under Kansas law, a local official can sometimes avoid a conflict of interest on specific matters by abstaining from participation. However, the role of a lobbyist for an organization that advocates on broad legislative issues affecting all municipalities is so encompassing that abstention would be nearly impossible. You could not fully perform your job as mayor if you constantly had to abstain from matters related to municipal interests. [1, 3, 4, 5]  

What Kansas law requires • Disclosure of substantial interests: Kansas law requires local officials in policymaking positions to file a Statement of Substantial Interests. A paid position with the LKM would need to be disclosed. 

• Advisory jurisdiction: While the Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission handles state-level conflicts, its jurisdiction over local-level conflicts is only advisory. Enforcement for local ethics violations, including fines and potential removal from office, is typically handled by the county or district attorney. [2, 6, 7, 8]  

Conclusion: The dual role of Mayor of Topeka and paid lobbyist for the League of Kansas Municipalities presents a clear and substantial conflict of interest under Kansas ethics standards. While a position on a volunteer board may be acceptable, a paid lobbying position would likely create incompatible duties and lead to impaired judgment, putting you at risk of violating state law and undermining public trust. [1, 2]  

AI responses may include mistakes.

[1] https://www.codepublishing.com/KS/Nickerson/html/Nickerson01/Nickerson0102.html[2] https://sos.ks.gov/elections/election-standards/Kansas-Election-Standards-Chapter-VII-Public-Officers.pdf[3] https://www.ksrevisor.gov/statutes/chapters/ch75/075_043_0004.html[4] https://ethics.kansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/75-4304.pdf[5] https://lawyerlewis.com/practice-areas/[6] https://kpdc.kansas.gov/local-level-conflict-of-interest/[7] https://kpdc.kansas.gov/state-level-conflict-of-interest/[8] https://kpdc.kansas.gov/local-level-conflict-of-interest/

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To request records of who voted for what at a Go Topeka meeting under the Kansas Open Records Act (KORA), follow these steps:

1. **Submit a Written Request**: Send a written request to the City of Topeka's City Clerk's office and the Greater Topeka Partnership, as Go Topeka is associated with this partnership. You can find contact details on their official websites or by calling the City Clerk's office.

2. **Be Specific**: Clearly identify the meeting date and the specific vote or resolution you're requesting. For example, state, "I am requesting the roll-call vote records for the Go Topeka meeting held on [specific date] regarding [specific agenda item or resolution]."

3. **Request Roll-Call Vote Details**: Explicitly ask for the roll-call vote to ensure you receive records showing how each board member voted. General meeting minutes may only summarize vote outcomes (e.g., vote percentages), but roll-call votes, if taken, are public records under KORA.

4. **Delivery Method**: Specify how you'd like to receive the records (e.g., electronic copies via email or physical copies). Provide your contact information for follow-up.

5. **Expect a Response**: The agency must respond within three business days, either providing the records, explaining any delay, or stating reasons for denial (e.g., if the records are exempt under KORA).

6. **Fees**: Be prepared for potential fees, which may cover staff time for locating records or copying costs. The agency should provide an estimate if fees apply.

### What You're Entitled to Know

- **Roll-Call Votes**: If a roll-call vote was taken, KORA ensures public access to records showing how each member voted, as these are official actions of a public body.

- **Meeting Minutes**: Minutes of Go Topeka meetings, including vote outcomes, are public records.

- **Transparency**: KORA promotes open access to public records unless specifically exempted (e.g., personnel matters or trade secrets). Go Topeka, as a recipient of public funds, is subject to these transparency requirements.

### Tips

- Check if the meeting minutes are already available on the Greater Topeka Partnership's website or through the City of Topeka's public records portal to save time.

- If the agency denies your request, they must cite a specific KORA exemption. You can appeal or seek clarification if needed.

- For assistance, contact the Kansas Attorney General's office or a local open records advocate.

If you need a sample request letter or further guidance, let me know!

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Yes, you can use the Kansas Open Records Act (KORA) to request who voted for what at a Go Topeka meeting, assuming a roll-call vote was taken. The public has a right to access these records, and documentation of official votes is considered a public record. 

Here's a breakdown of how to make the request and what to expect.

How to request records from Go Topeka

Submit a written request. According to the City of Topeka's open records policies, you must submit a written request to the appropriate public body. For Go Topeka, which is associated with the Greater Topeka Partnership, you would likely send the request to both the City Clerk's office and the partnership itself.

Be specific. Clearly describe the record you want. For example, specify the date of the meeting and the particular vote or resolution. This helps the agency locate the information more quickly.

Specify "roll-call vote." To get the vote of each individual board member, make it clear you are requesting the records of the roll-call vote. Some minutes may only show the percentage of a vote, but if a roll-call was officially taken, the detailed records must be provided.

Expect a response within three business days. Under KORA, the agency has three business days to either provide the records or give a written explanation for any delay or denial.

Be prepared for potential fees. An agency can charge reasonable fees for the staff time required to locate the records and for making copies. 

What the public has a right to know

Roll-call votes: Official votes by public bodies, including affiliated groups like Go Topeka that receive public funds, must be made in an open meeting and are public record.

Meeting minutes: The minutes of a public meeting, which include the official results of any binding votes, are public documents.

Government transparency: Kansas law explicitly states a policy of promoting government transparency and mandates that public records "shall be open for inspection by any person unless otherwise provided". 

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