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Blue Springs public meetings in 2022

40 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 27, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on two conditional use permits and a preliminary plat

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit applications: one for 'Mel-Row Place' at 2131 NW 7 Highway and another for 'Snak Atak' at 8251 SW 6th Street. They will also review a preliminary plat for 'Mel-Row Place' and a site plan for 'Snak Atak', plus a final plat for 'Willow Creek Estates'. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve prior minutes and other business.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval for several commercial and residential projects

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a vehicle repair shop and a service station, as well as a residential final plat. The commission also approved a preliminary plat for the vehicle repair site and a site plan for the service station.

Wed Dec 21, 2022

Economic Development Council

✓ Decided: Economic Development Council approves June 2022 meeting minutes

The Council approved the minutes from the June 15, 2022 meeting. Members received reports on downtown activities and conceptual proposals for mixed-use and industrial projects. The city has hired Retail Strategies for market research and retail recruitment.

Mon Dec 19, 2022

Land Bank Agency

✓ Decided: Land Bank approves November meeting minutes

The Land Bank approved the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting. The board received updates on a parcel replat, public liability bonds, and a citizen request for maple syrup tapping access. The meeting concluded with a move into closed session for legal communications.

Mon Dec 19, 2022

City Council Agendas

✓ Decided: Council approves waterpark equipment and multiple land-use permits

City Council approved over $2.1M for waterpark structures and several conditional use permits for businesses and a school. A final plat for Villas North at Chapman Farms was approved by a 4-3 vote, while a rezoning request for Dwellings by Design was continued to a future date.

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Mon Dec 12, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to consider contractor business with overhead doors on 40 Highway

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits: Fine Restoration LLC seeks a permit to operate a building contractor business with overhead doors facing SW 37th Street at 3719 SW 40 Highway, and Summit Behavioral Services seeks a permit at 2100 NW 7 Highway. Three items related to "The Dwellings" development (rezoning, general development plan, and preliminary plat) have been requested to be continued to a later date. The commission will also consider final plans for Villas North at Chapman Farms.

✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval for two conditional use permits

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a construction contractor and a school. It also approved the PUD Final Plan for Villas North at Chapman Farms and recommended approval of its Final Plat.

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Mon Dec 5, 2022

City Council Agendas

✓ Decided: City Council approves $326,839 for new police patrol vehicles

The City Council approved purchases for police vehicles and park restroom site work. Council also adopted three ordinances regarding city codes and a development plat extension. A public hearing for a multi-family residential rezoning was continued to a later date.

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Mon Nov 28, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Three items for 'The Dwellings' development continued to December 12

The Planning Commission will consider a request to continue three agenda items related to 'The Dwellings' development at 106 NW 9th Street and 110 SW 9th Street to the December 12, 2022 meeting. The items are a rezoning (RZ-11-22-8508), a general development plan (GDP-11-22-8509), and a preliminary plat (PP-11-22-8507). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 14, 2022, under the consent agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission continues "The Dwellings" project items to December

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from November 14, 2022. The commission voted to continue the rezoning, general development plan, and preliminary plat for "The Dwellings" to the December 12, 2022, meeting.

Tue Nov 22, 2022

Downtown Review Board

Board to review 32-unit apartment complex and storefront update

The Downtown Review Board will consider two project applications: a revised façade update for The Springs Downtown at 1101 W. Main Street, and a proposed 32-unit apartment complex called The Dwellings at 106 NW 9th Street and 110 SW 9th Street. The board will also vote on minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting.

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Tue Nov 22, 2022

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board recommends Maggie Boley for student liaison appointment

The Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board approved the September 2022 financial reports for the Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) and recommended Maggie Boley to the Mayor for appointment as student liaison. The board also reviewed police department reports and facility security upgrades.

Mon Nov 21, 2022

Land Bank Agency

✓ Decided: Land Bank approves division and transfer of Parcel 2013-28

The Land Bank authorized the division of Parcel 2013-28-36-940-15-01-01-0-00-000 into 15 new parcels. The board also approved the Special Warranty Deeds to transfer these properties.

Mon Nov 21, 2022

City Council Agendas

✓ Decided: Council approves conditional use permit for Gerber-Blue Springs

The City Council approved a conditional use permit for an autobody shop and authorized a contract for commuter bus services. They also approved a memorandum of understanding for a city monument and a wastewater treatment plant contract.

Mon Nov 14, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to consider auto body shop at 1550 SE US 40 Hwy

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for an auto body/collision repair shop at 1550 SE US 40 Hwy, with requested reductions in open space and setback requirements. They will also review preliminary and final plats for Willow Creek Estate and an alternative sign plan for South 7 Plaza.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Willow Creek Estate plat and final plan

The Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat and PD final plan for Willow Creek Estate. It also approved a monument sign for South 7 Plaza and recommended approval for a conditional use permit for Gerber – Blue Springs.

Wed Nov 9, 2022

Public Art Commission

✓ Decided: Public Art Commission approves $150 for art restoration evaluation

The Commission approved spending $150 for Kat Zahner to evaluate existing art pieces and provide a written report. Members discussed the condition of 'The Visit' artwork and the scheduling process for the Veterans Way Memorial.

Mon Nov 7, 2022

City Council Agendas

✓ Decided: City Council approves $35.69M in bonds for Blue Springs Aquatic Center

The City Council approved the issuance of special obligation bonds for the aquatic center and ratified a Department of Justice grant for domestic violence services. Council also passed ordinances amending the Unified Development Code and home-based business regulations. A site plan for East Forty Brewing was approved after multiple amendments regarding the use of asphalt millings.

Wed Nov 2, 2022

Historic Preservation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval to demolish house at 205 SW 9th Street

The Historic Preservation Commission recommended approval for the demolition of an existing house at 205 SW 9th Street to allow for the construction of a single-family home. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.

Wed Nov 2, 2022

Downtown Review Board

Board to review two new single-family home proposals on SW 9th Street

The Downtown Review Board will consider two applications to demolish existing houses and build new single-family homes at 205 and 207 SW 9th Street. The board will also vote on approval of the October 18, 2022 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves two single-family home builds on SW 9th Street

The Downtown Review Board approved requests to build single-family homes at 205 and 207 SW 9th Street. The board also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.

Tue Nov 1, 2022

Park Commission

✓ Decided: Parks Commission accepts consent agenda and reviews maintenance updates

The Commission approved the consent agenda. Staff provided updates on park maintenance goals and the status of projects funded by the Park Sales Tax. The December meeting was cancelled.

Tue Oct 25, 2022

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Public Safety Board cancels December meeting and holds annual forum

The board approved the September minutes and decided to cancel the December 27 meeting. The session included an annual public forum featuring a presentation on the Community Services Bureau's operations and statistics.

Mon Oct 24, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to vote on UDC text amendments for contractors, parking, fencing

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on four proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code. The amendments address building and construction contractors in the General Business district, home occupations per new state law, downtown residential parking requirements, and fencing/buffers along arterial streets. The Development Advisory Commission recommended approval on October 14, 2022.

✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved text amendments to Unified Development Code

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve a Unified Development Code text amendment (UDCT-09-22-8849) covering building and construction contractors, home occupations, downtown residential parking, and fencing/buffers, as presented by staff.

Tue Oct 18, 2022

Downtown Review Board

Downtown Review Board to vote on KARMA storefront and parking code changes

The Downtown Review Board will decide on a facade modification application for 1117 W Main Street (KARMA Store Front 2022) and discuss proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding residential parking in the Downtown Zoning District. The board will also consider approval of meeting minutes from May 11, 2022.

Mon Oct 10, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to review 'All About the Outdoors' site and final plat

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a site plan design review and a final plat for a project named 'All About the Outdoors'. The commission will also review the September 2022 Community Development Monthly Activity Report.

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Mon Sep 26, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission reviews development plans for Double C Industries

The Planning Commission reviewed several site and plat applications, including requests for Double C Industries at 1400 SE US 40 Highway. The meeting also included a discussion of the August 2022 Community Development Monthly Activity Report.

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Mon Sep 12, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

September 12 Planning Commission meeting canceled

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 12, 2022, was canceled due to a lack of quorum.

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Mon Aug 22, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission recommends denial of Proverbs Estates Villas & Townhomes

The Planning Commission discussed a rezoning and concept plan for the Proverbs Estates Villas & Townhomes project. Both items received a recommended denial with a 1-6 vote. The matter is scheduled to be heard by the City Council on August 15, 2022.

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Mon Aug 8, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission discusses several rezoning and development requests

The Planning Commission will review multiple land use requests including residential developments and commercial permits. Items include continued discussions for Proverbs Estates Villas & Townhomes and new hearings for Willow Creek Estate, Flex Spaces, Valley Oaks Meats, and AM Customs Window Tinting.

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Mon Jul 11, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission discusses rezoning and conditional use for 601 SE Industrial Drive

The Planning Commission will review several land use requests, including a rezoning and conditional use permit for 601 SE Industrial Drive. Other items include a planned development concept plan for Luxe One at 1501 NW North Ridge Drive and a site plan design review for East Forty Brewing parking.

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Mon Jun 27, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission approves several rezoning and development requests

The Planning Commission reviewed multiple land use requests including rezoning, planned unit developments, and a street vacation. Most items were recommended for approval to the City Council, with one vote against a concept plan amendment.

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Mon Jun 13, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission discusses rezoning and development for The Dwellings

The Planning Commission held public hearings regarding rezoning, a general development plan, and a preliminary plat for 'The Dwellings' located at 106 NW 9th St. and 110 SW 9th St. Commissioners discussed project density, parking availability, and ADA accessibility during the session.

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Mon May 23, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission approves site plans for Aquatic Center and sign plans for PepsiCo and Tacos 4 Life

The Planning Commission reviewed several development requests including the Blue Springs Aquatic Center. The body approved site plan designs, final plats, and master sign plans for various local projects. Additionally, the commission elected new leadership for the 2022 term.

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Wed May 11, 2022

Downtown Review Board

Board approves multi-family residential development at 9th Street and Main Street

The Downtown Review Board approved a rezoning and development plan for 'The Dwellings' consisting of five mid-rise apartment buildings. The project includes 40 dwelling units and 38 parking spaces located at the southeast corner of 9th Street and Main Street. Discussion also included a continued item regarding a potential solar panel canopy for East Forty Brewery.

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Mon May 9, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to review Blue Springs Aquatic Center plans

The Planning Commission will review site plan designs and a final plat for the Blue Springs Aquatic Center. The body will also consider sign plans for PepsiCo and Tacos 4 Life and elect commission officers.

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Wed May 4, 2022

Downtown Review Board

Board reviews 40-unit apartment complex proposal for 9th and Main

The Downtown Review Board is reviewing a project application for 'The Dwellings,' a proposed five-building apartment complex. The board will make recommendations on rezoning and development plans to the Planning Commission and City Council.

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Mon Apr 25, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to review rezonings and site plans for multiple businesses

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding rezonings and site plan design reviews for several commercial properties. The body will also consider a final plat and planned development final plan for a project on SW Wyatt Road.

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Mon Apr 11, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission approves rezoning and conditional use for Universal Auto

The Planning Commission reviewed several development requests including a general development plan, site plan design review, and final plats. Members also discussed proposed updates to the Unified Development Code regarding various boards and commissions.

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Mon Mar 28, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to consider rezoning and permit for Universal Auto

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request and a conditional use permit for Universal Auto. The body will also discuss a text amendment to the Unified Development Code for boards and commissions.

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Mon Mar 14, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to consider final plat for Adams Pointe Village 3rd Plat

The Planning Commission is reviewing a final plat for a 39-lot and 2-tract subdivision. Other scheduled items regarding the Woodbine 3rd Plat have been withdrawn by the applicant.

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Mon Feb 28, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to hold public hearing for Lakeview Center Business Park

The Planning Commission will meet to consider a rezoning request for the Lakeview Center Business Park. Other scheduled items regarding the Courtyards at Woodbine have been requested to be continued to the March 14 meeting.

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Mon Feb 14, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to review school and commercial site plans

The Planning Commission will discuss a text amendment regarding solar energy systems and review several site plans and final plats for commercial and educational developments.

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Mon Jan 24, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to review Aquatics Center and Redwood Blue Springs projects

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning and development plans for the Blue Springs Aquatics Center and Redwood Blue Springs. The body will also consider a conditional use permit for Harmony House and a site plan review for Rancho’s Mexican Restaurant.

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Mon Jan 10, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission to review White Oak Mixed Use and Copperleaf Shopping Center

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for a conditional use permit and several rezoning and development requests. The body will also review preliminary and final plats for commercial and residential projects.

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