Blue Springs public meetings in 2025

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The meeting scheduled for December 23, 2025, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a vacation for Blue Springs Public Works and review a site plan for the same location. The body will also consider a sign plan for Kansas City Cannabis and a strategic plan presentation.

• Public hearing for vacation VAC-11-25-9743 at 500 SE Sunnyside School Rd
• Site plan design review SPDR-11-25-9732 for Blue Springs Public Works at 500 SE Sunnyside School Rd
• Master/Alternative Sign Plan ASP-12-25-9737 for Kansas City Cannabis at 1117 NW 7 Hwy
• Strategic Plan Presentation

The commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes (7‑0). It also approved the vacation request (VAC‑11‑25‑9743) and two site‑plan design reviews (SPDR‑11‑25‑9732 and SPDR‑11‑25‑9733) for Blue Springs Public Works, each with a 7‑0 vote. Finally, the commission approved the final plat for The Woodlands at Chapman Farms (PF‑08‑25‑9671) with three conditions, also by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Approved vacation request VAC‑11‑25‑9743 (7‑0)
• Approved site‑plan design review SPDR‑11‑25‑9732 (7‑0)
• Approved site‑plan design review SPDR‑11‑25‑9733 (7‑0)
• Approved final plat for The Woodlands at Chapman Farms with 3 conditions (7‑0)

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council will meet to discuss the city's comprehensive plan and an economic development workplan led by the Mayor. The body will review updates on several downtown revitalization projects and mixed-use developments.

• Streetscapes Enhancements Project update
• Lumberyard development by Flaherty & Collins
• Request for Proposals (RFP) for the former First Baptist Church site
• ADP Mixed-Use Development by Griffin Riley
• North 7 Highway Commuter Lot by Lux II

The Economic Development Council met on December 17, 2025, and approved minutes from prior meetings. All other items were discussions only: the economic development workplan, the city's comprehensive plan update, downtown revitalization updates (including Central Park, Lumberyard, and First Baptist Church site), and the Adams Dairy Parkway mixed-use project. No formal decisions or votes were made on these topics.

• Approved minutes of August 20, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 15, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Land Bank Agency

The Blue Springs Land Bank Board will consider several routine actions, including approving the September 15 minutes, reviewing quarterly financial statements, and voting on an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Blue Springs. The board will also approve invoices for insurance and bond renewals and adopt the 2024‑2025 Annual Land Bank Report. A closed‑session will address real‑estate matters under state law.

• Approve minutes of the September 15, 2025 Land Bank meeting
• Review and discuss quarterly financial statements
• Approve invoices for insurance and bond renewals (Invoice #4368342, $875.00)
• Approve the 2024‑2025 Annual Land Bank Report
• Approve an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Blue Springs

World Cup Task Force

The World Cup Task Force will attend a webinar on December 15, 2025. No City Council votes will be taken during this work session.

• Webinar attendance
• Work session at Blue Springs City Hall
• Potential City Council quorum present

The Blue Springs World Cup Task Force met on Dec. 15, 2025 at City Hall. Chair Nick Brummel called the meeting to order, and members viewed a Missouri Municipal League webinar on hosting global events. No business was presented, and the meeting was adjourned at 11:57 a.m. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will discuss the Flock Safe City program and consider declaring city-owned property at 204 NW 15th Street as surplus for redevelopment. The body will also review several contracts for police vehicles, park fencing, and hazardous waste collection.

• Contract with Molle Chevrolet Inc. for six patrol vehicles ($362,887.00)
• Contract with CR Fence LLC for Hidden Valley Softball Fields fence replacement ($193,255.00)
• Emergency payment to Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for 7 Highway sidewalks ($157,445.78)
• Agreement with Mid-America Regional Council for 2026 Household Hazardous Waste Collection ($69,820.44)
• Bill No. 5372 to declare 204 NW 15th Street as surplus property and authorize a Request for Proposals

The council approved the consent agenda, which included a $193,255 fence contract, a $362,887 purchase of six patrol vehicles, and a $157,445 emergency sidewalk expense. It adopted Bill No. 5372, authorizing a request for proposals to redevelop the city‑owned property at 204 NW 15th Street. It adopted Bill No. 5373, approving participation in the 2026 Regional Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program for $69,820.44. The council also approved Resolution No. 108‑2025, contracting with Flock Group Inc. for the Safe City program and directed staff to draft hemp‑product regulations.

• Consent agenda approved unanimously (includes $193,255 fence contract, $362,887 vehicle purchase, $157,445 sidewalk expense)
• Bill No. 5372 adopted, authorizing RFP for surplus property at 204 NW 15th Street (unanimous)
• Bill No. 5373 adopted, approving $69,820.44 hazardous waste collection program (unanimous)
• Resolution No. 108-2025 approved contract with Flock Group Inc. for Safe City program (unanimous)
• Motion to direct staff to research hemp, cannabinoid, and kratom regulations carried unanimously

Appearance Review Committee

The Appearance Review Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review a presentation for a Public Works project. The meeting is scheduled for December 11, 2025.

• Presentation AR-11-25-9732 regarding Blue Springs Public Works at 500 SE Sunnyside School Rd
• Approval of March 21, 2025 meeting minutes

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will approve the November meeting minutes and receive a financial report. Commissioners will receive updates on the Bloomberg Connects program and the Glory Awaits public art project, including discussion of site selections. The agenda also includes a review of grant opportunities, maintenance updates, and a period for public comment.

• Approve minutes from the November meeting
• Financial report (available at meeting)
• Bloomberg Connects program update
• Glory Awaits project update – site selections for pieces
• Discussion of grant opportunities

The commission unanimously approved the November meeting minutes. It assigned the four Glory Awaits sculptures to Hidden Valley Park, Pink Hill Park, City Hall, and Adams Dairy Parkway. The commission tasked Ramon Magee with leading the Missouri Art Council grant application for the exhibit, with paperwork due Jan 1 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 5:10 p.m.

• Approved November minutes (unanimous)
• Assigned Glory Awaits sculpture to Hidden Valley Park – girl figure kicking the ball
• Assigned Glory Awaits sculpture to Pink Hill Park – header figures
• Assigned Glory Awaits sculpture to City Hall – Giant Soccer Ball
• Assigned Glory Awaits sculpture to Adams Dairy Parkway – Goalie
• Tasked Ramon Magee to lead grant application (paperwork due Jan 1 2026)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:10 p.m. (motion passed)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Park Commission

The scheduled Blue Springs Park Commission meeting on December 2, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council will adopt a resolution to purchase a 2025 Bobcat T76 for $78,343.01. It will continue a public hearing on the Brookside Estates amended Planned Unit Development and hold a public hearing on the Rampage Athletics rezoning and Planned Development Concept Plan. Additional items include accepting easements for Woodlands at Chapman Farms and approving a two‑year detention services contract with Johnson County.

• Resolution approving purchase of a 2025 Bobcat T76 for $78,343.01 (CIP Project SAN-20)
• Public hearing continuation for Brookside Estates Amended Planned Unit Development Concept Plan (PUDC-10-25-9711)
• Public hearing and Bill introduction for Rampage Athletics rezoning (RZ-07-25-9644) and Planned Development Concept Plan (PDC-07-25-9645) at 2001 SW 9th Street
• Bill accepting off‑site storm, sanitary sewer and access easements for Woodlands at Chapman Farms, 2nd Plat (PF-08-25-9671)
• Bill approving a two‑year contract with Johnson County, Missouri for Detention Services

The council unanimously approved the Consent Agenda, which included the disposition of IT records and a $78,343.01 purchase of a Bobcat T76. A public hearing on the Brookside Estates development was continued to Dec. 15, 2025. Bills 5368, 5369, 5370, and 5371 were each adopted as ordinances 5467‑5470. The council then entered a closed session for privileged communications.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous) – includes IT records disposition and $78,343.01 Bobcat purchase
• Continued Brookside Estates public hearing to Dec. 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5368 rezoning and Planned Development for St. Peter UMC, Ordinance No. 5467 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5369 acceptance of Woodlands easements, Ordinance No. 5468 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5370 two‑year detention services contract with Johnson County, Ordinance No. 5469 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5371 subaward for Jackson County Drug Task Force, Ordinance No. 5470 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for privileged communications (unanimous)

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The Blue Springs Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. was canceled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Howard L. Brown Public Safety Building, Journagan Family Community Room, 1100 SW Smith Street.

Planning Commission Agendas

The Blue Springs Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 24, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will consider rezoning and development plans for two residential projects, Sullivan Ranch and Colbern Farms. The body will also review several municipal purchases and a funding agreement for land at 1500 NW North Ridge Drive.

• Sullivan Ranch: Proposed rezoning to SF-7 for 218 single-family lots on 70.15 +/- acres
• Colbern Farms: Proposed rezoning to SF-7 for 34 single-family lots on 16.67 +/- acres
• Purchase of $103,072.00 in ammunition from Gulf States Distributors Inc.
• Contract for $199,244 with Progressive Electronics Inc. for Council Chambers audio/visual equipment
• Change order of $271,178.04 with KAT Excavation Inc. for Wyatt Road improvements

The council approved its consent agenda, moved the Rampage Athletics hearing and Bill 5354 animal‑code amendment to future meetings, and adopted rezoning and development plans for Colbern Farms along with a new animal code amendment. A separate rezoning bill (Bill 5363) failed to obtain the required two‑thirds vote. All adoption votes were unanimous.

• Consent agenda approved – Kaylor Aye, Tholen Aye, Brummel Aye, Ericson Aye, Edmondson Aye, Rowan Aye, Mayor Lievsay Aye
• Rampage Athletics public hearing continued to Dec 1 – unanimous (motion carried)
• Bill 5354 animal‑code amendment continued indefinitely – unanimous (motion carried)
• Bill 5363 rezoning failed – Tholen Aye, Brummel No, Ericson No, Edmondson Aye, Rowan Aye, Kaylor No, Mayor Lievsay Aye (did not reach two‑thirds)
• Bill 5365 rezoning of Colbern Farms adopted – Ericson Aye, Edmondson Aye, Rowan Aye, Kaylor Aye, Tholen Aye, Brummel Aye, Mayor Lievsay Aye
• Bill 5366 General Development Plan for Colbern Farms adopted – Ericson Aye, Edmondson Aye, Rowan Aye, Kaylor Aye, Tholen Aye, Brummel Aye, Mayor Lievsay Aye
• Bill 5367 animal‑code amendment adopted – Rowan Aye, Kaylor Aye, Tholen Aye, Brummel Aye, Ericson Aye, Edmondson Aye, Mayor Lievsay Aye
• Council adjourned meeting – Kaylor moved, Tholen seconded, unanimous (motion carried)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Park Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review staff reports and financial data. The body will discuss old business regarding park sales tax receipts and the timing of upcoming projects.

• Update on park sales tax and receipts
• Review of current projects and timing for next projects
• Program spotlight on Adaptive Swim Lessons
• Police Activity Report
• Park Foundation discussion

The Blue Springs Parks & Recreation Commission accepted the consent agenda by a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous motion. No other items were voted on or formally decided during this session.

• Accepted Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will meet on November 5 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fieldhouse, 425 NE Mock. Commissioners will approve the October meeting minutes, receive a financial report, and discuss schedule for phone interviews, Bloomberg Connects, and maintenance updates. The meeting includes a public comment period and may have City Council members present, though no Council votes will be taken.

• Approval of the minutes of the October meeting
• Financial Report – available at meeting
• Schedule for phone interviews with Jonathan Chandler, Mitchell Hoffman, Clark Martinek, and Ryan Pedersen
• Bloomberg Connects update
• Maintenance updates

The commission unanimously accepted the minutes from the October meeting. It approved moving forward with art pieces by Mitchell Hoffman, Clark Martinek, and two pieces by Ryan Pedersen for the 2026 Temporary Art Exhibit, tasking Parks staff to complete the paperwork. The Bloomberg Connects webpage was confirmed live, and the department’s marketing coordinator will attend the next commission meeting to discuss marketing tactics.

• Accepted October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved art pieces from Mitchell Hoffman for 2026 Temporary Art Exhibit
• Approved art pieces from Clark Martinek for 2026 Temporary Art Exhibit
• Approved two art pieces from Ryan Pedersen for 2026 Temporary Art Exhibit
• Assigned Parks Dept. staff Mary Herrington to handle paperwork with approved artists
• Confirmed Bloomberg Connects webpage is live
• Scheduled marketing coordinator to attend next commission meeting for marketing discussion

Park Commission

The Blue Springs Park Commission meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will vote on several service contracts and liquor licenses via a consent agenda. The body is also reviewing final plats for two residential estates and a gym use agreement with local schools. Multiple rezoning public hearings and an animal ordinance amendment have been continued to November 17.

• Contract of $111,015.00 with Johnson Controls for Public Safety Building chiller replacement
• Contract of $83,500 with Sports Facilities Advisory for Adams Pointe Conference Center evaluation
• Contract of $15,000.00 with Newkirk Novak for Southwest Park preconstruction services
• Final plat approvals for Briarwood Oaks Estates and Hudson Estates
• Liquor licenses for Applebee’s (1100 N 7 Highway) and Spirit Haven (1618 SW 7 Highway)

The Blue Springs City Council approved the consent agenda, which included several contract approvals and the creation of a World Cup Task Force. It also adopted final plats for Briarwood Oaks Estate and Hudson Estates, and continued three public hearings to the November 17 meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous ayes, Brummel absent)
• Approved Resolution 92-2025 contract $111,015 with Johnson Controls for warranty chiller replacement (unanimous ayes, Brummel absent)
• Approved Resolution 93-2025 creation of World Cup Task Force and appointments (unanimous ayes, Brummel absent)
• Approved Resolution 95-2025 contract $15,000 with Newkirk Novak Construction for Southwest Park preconstruction services (unanimous ayes, Brummel absent)
• Approved Resolution 96-2025 contract $83,500 with Sports Facilities Advisory for Adams Pointe analysis (unanimous ayes, Brummel absent)
• Adopted Bill No. 5360, Ordinance No. 5461 for Briarwood Oaks Estate final plat (unanimous ayes, Brummel absent)
• Adopted Bill No. 5361, Ordinance No. 5462 for Hudson Estates final plat (unanimous ayes, Brummel absent)
• Continued public hearings for Sullivan Ranch, Colbern Farms, and Rampage Athletics to Nov 17 (unanimous ayes, Brummel absent)

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission of Blue Springs will hold a public hearing on Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Howard L. Brown Public Safety Facility. The City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the same location. Both bodies will consider a request to rezone approximately 69 ± acres of the Sullivan Ranch Development from Agriculture (AG) to Single‑Family (SF‑7) and the accompanying General Development Plan. The request is submitted by Charles J. Robinson on behalf of the Land Bank of Blue Springs Missouri.

• Rezoning request (RZ‑07‑25‑9646) to change 69 ± acres from “AG” to “SF‑7” at the Sullivan Ranch (E Wyatt Road & S. Litchford Road).
• General Development Plan (GDP‑07‑25‑9647) for the Sullivan Ranch Development.
• Planning Commission public hearing on Sep 22 2025, 6:30 p.m., Howard L. Brown Public Safety Facility, 1100 SW Smith St.
• City Council public hearing on Oct 6 2025, 6:00 p.m., same location.
• Applicant: Charles J. Robinson (CJR) representing Land Bank of Blue Springs Missouri; parcels #41‑700‑03‑03‑00‑0‑00‑000 and #54‑100‑02‑03‑00‑0‑00‑000.

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2025 to consider a rezoning application (RZ-07-25-9644) for the property at 2001 SW 9th Street. The applicant, Michael Scott on behalf of St. Peters United Methodist Church, seeks to change the zoning from MF-14 (Multi‑Family) to GB (General Business) and has submitted a Planned Development Concept Plan (PDC-07-25-9645) and a Planned Development Final Plan (PDF-09-25-9682). The City Council will hold a subsequent public hearing on October 6, 2025 to review the Planning Commission’s recommendation and the same development documents.

• Rezoning from MF-14 (Multi‑Family) to GB (General Business) – RZ-07-25-9644
• Planned Development Concept Plan – PDC-07-25-9645
• Planned Development Final Plan – PDF-09-25-9682
• Public hearing by Planning Commission – Sep 22, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
• Public hearing by City Council – Oct 6, 2025, 6:00 p.m.

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The board will meet to review financial and facilities reports and discuss Public Safety Sales Tax goals. The meeting will be followed by an annual public forum titled “Crime in Your Community — A Discussion for a Safer Blue Springs.”

• Annual Public Forum: “Crime in Your Community — A Discussion for a Safer Blue Springs”
• Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) Financial and Facilities reports
• Police Department report on vacancies, new hires, and response times
• Discussion on cancelling November and December meeting dates

The board unanimously approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes and the Public Safety Sales Tax financial report for September. Members voted to cancel the November and December meeting dates and set the next meeting for January 27, 2026. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September 23, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Public Safety Sales Tax September financial report (unanimous)
• Cancelled November and December meeting dates; scheduled next meeting for Jan 27, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding rezoning and development plans for Sullivan Ranch, Colbern Farms, and Rampage Athletics. The body will also review several preliminary and final plats for residential and commercial projects.

• Rezoning and General Development Plan for 'Sullivan Ranch' (North of SE Harris-Potts Rd and East of Litchford Rd)
• Rezoning and General Development Plan for 'Colbern Farms' (26100 E Colbern Rd)
• Rezoning, Concept Plan, and Final Plan for 'Rampage Athletics' (2001 SW 9th St)
• Final Plat for 'Briarwood Oaks Estates, 4th Plat' (North of SW 40 Hwy and East of SW 40th St)
• Final Plat for 'Hudson Estates of Blue Springs' (East of SW 7 Hwy and South of Cordill-Mason Elementary School)

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2025 to consider a rezoning request for about 69 acres of the Sullivan Ranch Development. The request, submitted by Charles J. Robinson on behalf of the Land Bank of Blue Springs, seeks to change the land from Agricultural (AG) to Single‑Family (SF‑7) zoning. The City Council will hold a related public hearing on October 6, 2025 to review the same rezoning and the accompanying General Development Plan (GDP‑07‑25‑9647).

• Rezoning application RZ‑07‑25‑9646 to change 69 ± acres from “AG” to “SF‑7” at E Wyatt Road and S. Litchford Road
• General Development Plan GDP‑07‑25‑9647 for the Sullivan Ranch Development
• Planning Commission public hearing on Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Howard L. Brown Public Safety Facility (1100 SW Smith Street)
• City Council public hearing on Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the same Council Chambers
• Applicant: Charles J. Robinson representing the Land Bank of Blue Springs Missouri

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2025 to consider a request to rezone a 1.74‑acre site at 2001 SW 9th Street from Multi‑Family (MF‑14) to General Business (GB). The request is submitted by Michael Scott on behalf of St. Peters United Methodist Church and includes a Planned Development Concept Plan and a Planned Development Final Plan. The City Council will hold a second public hearing on October 6, 2025 to review the Planning Commission’s recommendation. Application materials are available from the Community Development Department.

• Rezoning request RZ-07-25-9644 to change 2001 SW 9th St from MF-14 to GB
• Planned Development Concept Plan (PDC-07-25-9645) for the site
• Planned Development Final Plan (PDF-09-25-9682) for the site
• Planning Commission public hearing on Sep 22, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
• City Council public hearing on Oct 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding conditional use permits for a tattoo parlor and a marijuana dispensary. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the designation of a developer for city-owned property.

• Proposed 24-hour operation for Kansas City Cannabis drive-thru at 1117 N 7 Highway
• Conditional Use Permit for Tier 1 Tattoo to allow body art services within 500 feet of residential use
• Contract with Downey Construction Inc for $300,000 annually for concrete maintenance
• Amendment of $101,131.00 with Stantec Consulting Services for 12th Street extension project
• Designation of Luxe One, LLC as developer for 1500 NW North Ridge Drive

The Blue Springs City Council adopted Bill No. 5357, a conditional use permit for body‑art services in General Business zoning, as Ordinance No. 5458 unanimously. It also approved Bill No. 5358, allowing a marijuana dispensary drive‑thru to operate 24 hours, as Ordinance No. 5459 with a 5‑2 vote. Finally, the Council adopted Bill No. 5359, the final plat for The Woodlands at Chapman Farms, as Ordinance No. 5460 unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Continued Sullivan Ranch rezoning hearing to Nov 3 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued Colby Dowell rezoning hearing to Nov 3 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5357 (body‑art conditional use) as Ordinance 5458 – unanimous
• Adopted Bill No. 5358 (24‑hr cannabis dispensary permit) as Ordinance 5459 – 5 Ayes, 2 Nos
• Adopted Bill No. 5359 (final plat for The Woodlands) as Ordinance 5460 – unanimous

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission of Blue Springs will hold a public hearing on Oct 13, 2025 to consider a rezoning application for the 16.67‑acre Colbern Farms site. The City Council will hold a second hearing on Oct 20, 2025 to also consider the rezoning and accompanying General Development Plan. The proposal seeks to change the use from General Business‑Commercial (GB‑C) to Single Family Residential (SF‑7) and to develop 34 new lots.

• Rezoning application RZ‑08‑25‑9668 to change from GB‑C to SF‑7 for 26100 E Colbern Road (≈16.67 acres)
• General Development Plan GDP‑09‑25‑9690 proposing 34 single‑family lots on the parcel
• Planning Commission public hearing Oct 13, 2025 at 6:30 p.m., Howard L. Brown Public Safety Facility, 1100 SW Smith St.
• City Council public hearing Oct 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., same location, to consider the rezoning and development plan

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission of Blue Springs will hold a public hearing on Oct 13, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. to hear comments on a Conditional Use Permit request by Dan Nelson of Kansas City Cannabis Company, on behalf of Brandon Haverty SC Noland, LLC. The request seeks to extend the drive‑thru operating hours at 1117 N 7 Highway to 24 hours. The City Council will hold a subsequent public hearing on Oct 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. to consider the application and the Planning Commission’s recommendation.

• Public hearing by Planning Commission on Oct 13, 2025 for CUP‑08‑25‑9677
• Request to extend drive‑thru hours to 24 hours at 1117 N 7 Highway
• Application submitted by Dan Nelson for Kansas City Cannabis Company, owner Brandon Haverty SC Noland, LLC
• City Council hearing on Oct 20, 2025 to consider the permit and commission recommendation

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 13, 2025, and the City Council will hold a public hearing on October 20, 2025, to consider Conditional Use Permit CUP-08-25-9678 submitted by Logan Johnson on behalf of Hodges Enterprise Investment LLC. The permit seeks approval for a body art service (tattoo) at 1338 NW 7 Hwy in the General Business zoning district. The property is identified as the Country Club Shopping Center subdivision.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP-08-25-9678) request for “Body Art Service” at 1338 NW 7 Hwy
• Planning Commission hearing scheduled for Monday, October 13, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Howard L. Brown Public Safety Facility
• City Council hearing scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the same Council Chambers
• Applicant: Logan Johnson on behalf of Hodges Enterprise Investment LLC
• Site described as 3.0689 acres within the Country Club Shopping Center subdivision

Park Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review staff reports and financial data. The primary new business item is vision casting for the BerryDunn Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan.

• BerryDunn Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan vision casting

The Blue Springs Parks & Recreation Commission met on October 15, 2025. A motion to accept the consent agenda was made, seconded, and passed unanimously. Staff promotions were announced, and the meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council will hear a presentation of the City of Blue Springs’ 2025‑2030 Strategic Plan by George Schmitz. The council will also receive updates on the economic development position and downtown streetscape, and will hold a board strategic planning discussion. No City Council votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation of the City Council Strategic Plan 2025‑2030 (strategic priorities include downtown revitalization, balanced growth, community identity, infrastructure, safety, and organizational health)
• Updates on the Economic Development position
• Downtown streetscape updates
• Board strategic planning and discussion
• Approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several items, many of which have been continued to the October 27, 2025 meeting. Items include rezoning applications for Sullivan Ranch and Colbern Farms, and conditional use permits for Kansas City Cannabis (24‑hour drive‑thru) and Tier 1 Tattoo. The commission will also review a final plat for The Woodlands at Chapman Farms. No decisions are recorded in this agenda; the items are scheduled for discussion or continuation.

• Rezoning – RZ-07-25-9646 – “Sullivan Ranch” – continued to Oct 27
• Rezoning – RZ-0-25-9668 – “Colbern Farms” – continued to Oct 27
• Conditional Use Permit – CUP-08-25-9677 – “Kansas City Cannabis” – 24‑hour drive‑thru request
• Conditional Use Permit – CUP-08-25-9678 – “Tier 1 Tattoo” – continued to Oct 27
• Final Plat – PF-08-25-9671 – “The Woodlands at Chapman Farms, 2nd Plat”

The commission approved the final plat for The Woodlands at Chapman Farms with three staff conditions (7‑0). It also approved conditional use permits for Kansas City Cannabis and Tier 1 Tattoo, each with two conditions (both 5‑2). Public hearings for the Sullivan Ranch and Colbern Farms projects were continued to the October 27 meeting.

• Approved final plat PF‑08‑25‑9671 for The Woodlands at Chapman Farms (7‑0)
• Approved conditional use permit CUP‑08‑25‑9677 for Kansas City Cannabis with 2 conditions (5‑2)
• Approved conditional use permit CUP‑08‑25‑9678 for Tier 1 Tattoo with 2 conditions (5‑2)
• Continued public hearing for Sullivan Ranch project to Oct 27 (7‑0)
• Continued public hearing for Colbern Farms project to Oct 27 (7‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes (7‑0)

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Oct 13, 2025 to hear comments on a Conditional Use Permit application by Kansas City Cannabis Company (applicant Dan Nelson, on behalf of owner Brandon Haverty SC Noland, LLC) to extend the drive‑thru at 1117 N 7 Highway to 24‑hour operation. The City Council will hold a subsequent hearing on Oct 20, 2025 to consider the commission’s recommendation. Both meetings are for public input and review of the permit request.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP‑08‑25‑9677) request to allow 24‑hour drive‑thru operation at 1117 N 7 Highway
• Planning Commission public hearing: Oct 13, 2025, 6:30 p.m., Howard L. Brown Public Safety Facility, 1100 SW Smith St.
• City Council public hearing: Oct 20, 2025, 6:00 p.m., same location
• Applicant: Dan Nelson of Kansas City Cannabis Company, on behalf of owner Brandon Haverty SC Noland, LLC
• Application materials available from Community Development Department (email [email protected]) or City Hall, 903 W Main St.

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council will hold a special meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as calling the meeting to order, confirming a quorum, and adjourning. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate matters under Section 610.021(2). No specific decisions or contracts are listed.

• Executive Session – Discussion relating to Real Estate pursuant to Section 610.021 (2)

Councilmember Kaylor moved to place the meeting in closed session under Missouri law for privileged communication with legal counsel about real estate. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Ericson and carried, with all present members voting aye. The session was adjourned after the closed session concluded.

• Approved closed session on real estate matters (all present members voted aye)

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission of Blue Springs will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 13, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Howard L. Brown Public Safety Facility. The hearing will consider a rezoning request (RZ‑08‑25‑9668) to change the 16.67 ± acre parcel at 26100 E Colbern Road from General Business‑Commercial (GB‑C) to Single‑Family Residential (SF‑7) and the accompanying General Development Plan (GDP‑09‑25‑9690) that proposes 34 lots. The City Council will hold a second public hearing on the same items on Monday, October 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the same location.

• Rezoning request RZ‑08‑25‑9668 to change 26100 E Colbern Road from GB‑C to SF‑7.
• General Development Plan GDP‑09‑25‑9690 proposing 34 residential lots on the 16.67 ± acre site.
• Public hearing by Planning Commission on Oct 13 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
• Public hearing by City Council on Oct 20 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Applicant Colby Dowell of KAT Excavation representing owners Sarai Jarnail S & Manjit K.

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 13, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. to consider Conditional Use Permit CUP‑08‑25‑9678 requested by Logan Johnson for Hodges Enterprise Investment LLC to allow a body‑art service in the General Business district at 1338 NW 7 Hwy. The City Council will hold a subsequent hearing on Monday, October 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. to consider the application and the Planning Commission’s recommendation. Interested parties may review the application by contacting the Community Development Department via email or at City Hall.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP‑08‑25‑9678 for a tattoo shop at 1338 NW 7 Hwy (Planning Commission, Oct 13, 2025)
• City Council hearing on the same Conditional Use Permit and Planning Commission recommendation (Oct 20, 2025)

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will discuss updates on the Glory Awaits project, including a call to artist update and a dedication event. Additional agenda items include a Bloomberg Connects update, maintenance updates, and other business items such as Dandeblome, Mother and Child, and Sundancer. The meeting also includes a financial report and a public comment period.

• Glory Awaits – Call to Artist update
• Glory Awaits – Dedication Event
• Bloomberg Connects update
• Maintenance updates
• Other Business: Dandeblome, Mother and Child, Sundancer

The commission unanimously accepted the September meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved a hybrid approach for the Glory Awaits Call to Artist, continuing to review submissions while investigating purchases from an online vendor. The commission agreed to relocate the Dandeblome sculpture to the northwest corner of Woods Chapel and I‑70. The meeting was adjourned at 5:30 pm.

• Accepted September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved hybrid approach for Glory Awaits Call to Artist (unanimous)
• Agreed to locate Dandeblome at northwest corner of Woods Chapel and I‑70

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council will vote on a series of consent‑agenda items, including major contracts for engineering, watermain replacement, HVAC services, and pump maintenance. It will also continue public hearings on the Sullivan Ranch and Rampage Athletics rezoning proposals. Additional agenda items include a code amendment on animal regulations, a legal services contract, and discussion of a downtown entertainment district.

• Approve $3,765,006 contract with HDR Engineering for design services at the Sni‑A‑Bar Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Approve $1,833,884 contract with Rodriguez Mechanical Contractors for South Outer Road watermain replacement
• Approve up to $125,000 contract with Lippert Mechanical Service for on‑call HVAC services
• Approve $240,000 annual contract with JCI Industries for pump and motor maintenance and repair
• Continue public hearing on Sullivan Ranch rezoning (RZ‑07‑25‑9646) to Oct 20, 2025

The council approved the consent agenda, which included multiple contracts such as a $3,765,006 design service for the Sni‑A‑Bar Wastewater Treatment Facility and a $1,833,884 watermain replacement. It voted to continue public hearings for the Sullivan Ranch rezoning to Oct. 20, 2025 and for the Rampage Athletics rezoning to Nov. 3, 2025. The council adopted Bills 5355 and 5356 as Ordinances 5456 and 5457, respectively, and directed staff to draft an entertainment‑district ordinance for future consideration.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous) – includes contracts up to $3,765,006
• Continued Sullivan Ranch rezoning hearing to Oct. 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Continued Rampage Athletics rezoning hearing to Nov. 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5355 as Ordinance No. 5456 (7‑aye vote)
• Adopted Bill No. 5356 as Ordinance No. 5457 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft Entertainment District ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $3,765,006 contract with HOR Engineering for wastewater design (consent agenda)
• Approved $1,833,884 contract with Rodriguez Mechanical for South Outer Road watermain replacement (consent agenda)

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council work session will include a presentation on Chapter 100 Bonds by attorney Sarah Granath. Staff will give an update on the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, which is being prepared by BerryDunn under a contract approved in January 2025. A discussion will be held on potential regulations for short‑term rentals in the city.

• Chapter 100 Bonds presentation by attorney Sarah Granath (Gilmore & Bell)
• Update on Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan by Parks & Recreation Director Justin Stuart (contract with BerryDunn approved Jan 7 2025)
• Discussion of potential short‑term rental regulations presented by Senior Director of City Development Mike Mallon

The council held a work session where the City Attorney presented Chapter 100 bond information, the Parks Director reviewed the Open Space Master Plan, and the Senior Director of City Development discussed potential short‑term rental regulations. No motions were voted on or approved. The meeting was adjourned at 7:36 p.m.

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board will discuss the 'Crime In Your Community' annual forum and receive a strategic plan review from Chief Muenz. The board will also interview and vote to recommend a student liaison for mayoral appointment.

• Strategic plan review and input from Chief Muenz
• Discussion of 'Crime In Your Community — a Discussion for a Safer Blue Springs' annual forum
• Interview and vote to recommend a student liaison to the Mayor
• Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) financial and facilities reports
• Police Department report and PSST goals/projects update

The board voted to approve the minutes from the August 25, 2025 Public Safety Citizens’ Advisory Board meeting. The motion was moved by Chairperson Calhoun, seconded by Board member Koehler, and carried with ayes from Calhoun, Boyce, Koehler, and Kruger. Chief Robert Muenz presented the Public Safety Sales Tax financial report for August. No other actions were taken.

• Approved August 25, 2025 board minutes (motion carried, ayes from Calhoun, Boyce, Koehler, Kruger)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for rezoning and a concept plan for Rampage Athletics at 2001 SW 9th St. Several items regarding Sullivan Ranch have been continued to the October 13 meeting.

• Rezoning and Planned Development Concept Plan for Rampage Athletics at 2001 SW 9th St
• Planned Development Final Plan for Rampage Athletics at 2001 SW 9th St
• Rezoning for Sullivan Ranch (continued to Oct 13)
• General Development Plan for Sullivan Ranch (continued to Oct 13)
• Preliminary Plat for Sullivan Ranch (continued to Oct 13)

The commission approved the meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. It voted 7‑0 to continue the Sullivan Ranch rezoning, development concept plan and preliminary plat to the October 13, 2025 meeting. It also voted 7‑0 to continue the Rampage Athletics rezoning and development plans to the October 27, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Continued Sullivan Ranch rezoning, development concept plan and preliminary plat to Oct 13, 2025 (7‑0)
• Continued Rampage Athletics rezoning and development plans to Oct 27, 2025 (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous consent

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold hearings regarding a request by Ward Development for a 6.3-acre independent senior living project. The proposal includes a rezoning and a concept plan for a neighborhood with eleven four-plexes, one duplex, and a clubhouse.

• Rezoning from RC/SO (Regional Commercial/Service Offices) to PD-Residential
• Planned Development Concept Plan (PDC-06-25-9624) for independent senior living
• Vacation of a utility, drainage, and cross access easement (VAC-07-25-9641)
• Project location: Northeast corner of NW 19th Street and NW Mock Ave

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2025 tax levy and the rezoning of West Gate Villas. The body is also deciding on the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and a budget amendment for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

• Public hearing and vote on the 2025 Tax Levy
• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget
• Rezoning of West Gate Villas at NW 19th Street and NW Mock Avenue from RC/SO to PD-R
• Three OATS Transit contracts for senior and disabled transportation totaling $169,357
• Cochran engineering contracts for Hwy 7 pedestrian improvements ($330,608) and E. Wyatt Street Phase 2 ($231,333)

The Blue Springs City Council approved the consent agenda, adopted a rezoning for West Gate Villas, and passed the 2025 property tax levy. It also approved several contracts, amended the FY 2025‑26 budget to add $195,000 for police bargaining, and adopted the final FY 2025‑26 and FY 2024‑25 budget amendments. All actions were recorded with the indicated vote tallies.

• Consent agenda approved (unanimous) covering transit contracts and engineering services
• Bill 5349 (West Gate Villas rezoning) adopted as Ordinance 5450 (7‑1 vote)
• Bill 5350 (2025 Property Tax Levy) adopted as Ordinance 5451 (unanimous)
• Bill 5351 (Hawes Estate final plat) adopted as Ordinance 5452 (unanimous)
• Bill 5352 (Opticom maintenance agreement) adopted as Ordinance 5453 (unanimous)
• FY 2025‑26 budget amended to add $195,000 for police bargaining (7‑1 vote)
• FY 2025‑26 budget adopted as Ordinance 5454 (7‑1 vote)
• FY 2024‑25 budget amendment adopted as Ordinance 5455 (unanimous)

Land Bank Agency

The Blue Springs Land Bank Board will meet to approve the 2025-2026 annual budget and a quit claim deed transferring a parcel of land to the City. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss real estate matters.

• Approve 2025-2026 Annual Land Bank Budget
• Approve Quit Claim Deed for Parcel 36-940-15-32-00-0-00-000
• Review Quarterly Financials
• Closed Session: Discussion related to Real Estate

The board unanimously approved the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes. The 2025-2026 annual budget was approved with a 3‑0 vote (White‑Baldridge absent). The board voted 3‑0 to go into closed session for privileged legal communications.

• Approved July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2026 Annual Budget (3-0, White‑Baldridge absent)
• Moved into closed session for real‑estate legal matters (3-0, White‑Baldridge absent)

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will approve the July meeting minutes and receive a financial report. Commissioners will also receive updates on the World Cup project, the Bloomberg Connects program, and maintenance matters. The meeting includes a public comment period and any other business before adjournment.

• Approval of July meeting minutes
• Financial Report presentation
• World Cup update
• Bloomberg Connects update
• Maintenance updates

The commission unanimously accepted the minutes from the August meeting. The commission agreed to reschedule the November meeting from the 12th at 4 pm to the 4th at 1 pm, and city calendars will be updated accordingly. No other actions were taken.

• Accepted August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Changed November meeting to Nov 4 at 1 pm (approved)

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council will convene a special meeting to confirm a quorum and then enter an executive session. In that session council members will discuss real estate matters, employee groups, and contract negotiations as referenced in city code sections 610.021(2), (9) and (12). No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss real estate, employee groups, and contract negotiations (city code 610.021(2), (9), (12))

The City Council moved to a closed session for privileged communications on real estate, employee groups, and contract negotiations. The motion was seconded and carried unanimously with seven Ayes and no No votes. No other substantive actions were taken during this meeting.

• Closed session motion carried (7-0)

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2025, to consider a request for a Planned Development-Residential zoning and a concept plan for a senior living neighborhood. The City Council will also hold a hearing on the same items on September 17, 2025.

• Public hearing for Planned Development-Residential zoning (06-25-9623)
• Public hearing for Planned Development Concept Plan (06-25-9624)
• Public hearing for utility, drainage, and cross access easement vacation (VAC-07-25-9641)
• Proposed 6.3-acre senior living development with 11 four-plexes and a clubhouse
• Hearing moved from Planning Commission to City Council on September 17, 2025

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the 'West Gate Villas' project, including a rezoning request and a concept plan. The body will also review a final plat for Hawes Estates and discuss the City Comprehensive Plan.

• Rezoning of northeast corner of NW 19th St and NW Mock Ave from Regional Commercial/Service Office to Planned Development-Residential (RZ-06-25-9623)
• Planned Development Concept Plan for 'West Gate Villas' featuring 46 dwelling units, a clubhouse, and gazebo (PDC-06-25-9624)
• Preliminary Plat for 'West Gate Villas' on 6.28 +/- acres (PP-06-25-9624)
• Final Plat for 'Hawes Estates' at 27711 E Wyatt Road (PF-07-25-9643)
• Discussion of the City Comprehensive Plan

The commission approved the rezoning (RZ-06-25-9623) for West Gate Villas with a 5‑aye, 2‑no vote. It also approved the Planned Development Concept Plan (PDC-06-25-9624) for the same project with a 5‑aye, 2‑no vote, and the Preliminary Plat (PP-06-25-9625) with a unanimous 7‑aye vote. Additionally, the commission approved the Final Plat for Hawes Estates (PF-07-25-9643) with a unanimous 7‑aye vote, each with staff‑condition requirements.

• Approved rezoning RZ-06-25-9623 for West Gate Villas (5-aye, 2-no)
• Approved Planned Development Concept Plan PDC-06-25-9624 for West Gate Villas (5-aye, 2-no)
• Approved Preliminary Plat PP-06-25-9625 for West Gate Villas (7-aye, 0-no)
• Approved Final Plat PF-07-25-9643 for Hawes Estates (7-aye, 0-no)

Park Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review staff reports and financial data. The body will discuss updates on park sales tax projects and the Master Plan Survey. New business includes the Fieldhouse 10 Year Celebration and landscape improvements at Woods Chapel.

• Woods Chapel landscape improvements
• Fieldhouse 10 Year Celebration
• Park Sales Tax Project updates
• Master Plan Survey summary
• Customer Service Training update

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and introduce a bill to approve it. The council will also consider extending the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Incentive Policy and amending city ordinances to allow continued fee credits for three more years.

• Public hearing on FY 2025-26 budget
• Introduction of Bill No. 5347 approving FY 2025-26 budget
• Adopt Resolution No. 66-2025 extending Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Incentive Policy
• Introduction of Bill No. 5348 amending Code of Ordinances for Main Center Redevelopment Corporation credits
• Adopt Resolution No. 65-2025 approving disposition of records

The council approved the Consent Agenda. It adopted Resolution No. 66-2025, extending the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Incentive Policy for three additional years. The council approved Bill No. 5348, amending the code to continue certain fee credits for the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation, and assigned it Ordinance No. 5449. The council moved to continue consideration of the FY 2025-26 Budget (Bill No. 5347) to the September 17 meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous Ayes)
• Continued Bill No. 5347 (FY 2025-26 Budget) to Sept 17 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 66-2025 extending Main Center Redevelopment Incentive Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 5348 on first reading to proceed to second reading (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5348 on second reading as Ordinance No. 5449 (Tholen, Brummel, Ericson, Edmondson, Rowan, Kaylor, Mayor Lievsay – all Aye)

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board will review financial and facilities reports for the Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) fund. The board will also discuss the annual community crime forum and a proposed parking restriction.

• Discussion of adding a No Parking Zone on South Outer Road from Blue Springs Ford to past McCarthy Hyundai
• Review of PSST Financial and Facilities reports
• Discussion of the 'Crime In Your Community' annual forum scheduled for October 28
• Police Department report including quarterly report, vacancies, and response times

The Public Safety Citizens’ Advisory Board approved the July 22, 2025 board minutes and the July Public Safety Sales Tax financial report, both unanimously. The board also voted to recommend adding a no‑parking zone on the south outer road from Blue Springs Ford to just past McCarthy Hyundai. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 22, 2025 board minutes (unanimous AYE)
• Approved July Public Safety Sales Tax financial report (unanimous AYE)
• Recommended a no‑parking zone on South Outer Road from Blue Springs Ford to just past McCarthy Hyundai (unanimous AYE)
• Adjourning the meeting (unanimous AYE)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 25, 2025, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council will discuss updates to the City Council Strategic Plan and the downtown streetscape. The body will also review a new RFP for the former Commuter Lot property on 7 Highway and receive updates on two specific development projects.

• Review of new RFP for the former Commuter Lot property on 7 Highway
• Updates on Grifin Riley Project at Adams Dairy Parkway
• Updates on Flaherty and Collins Project at the Lumberyard
• MCRC extension
• Downtown streetscape updates

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council will hold a budget work session to discuss the proposed operating budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, which totals $112,763,377. The meeting will take place at Blue Springs City Hall and will cover major initiatives including a new strategic plan, a website redesign, and street construction projects.

• Proposed FY 2025-26 operating budget of $112,763,377
• City Council Strategic Plan adoption scheduled for August 18, 2025
• Website redesign and domain name change to bluespringsmo.gov
• Preventive Pavement Management Plan (PPMP) to complete 85.6 lane miles
• Wyatt Road East construction from 7 Highway to Adams Dairy Parkway

The City Council met for a budget work session where the City Administrator and department heads presented FY 2025-26 budget highlights. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 6:58 p.m.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will discuss a budget amendment to increase the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and adopt the 2025-2030 City Strategic Plan. The body is also considering a final plat for a new housing development and the sale of surplus city property.

• Budget amendment to increase FY 2024-25 budget by $8,800,054 to $143,139,209
• Contract with Callahan Concrete & Asphalt Construction, LLC for $388,164.04 for sidewalk infill
• Contract with Jackson County Community Backed Anti-Drug Tax for $225,000.00 for school-based law enforcement
• Final Plat approval for Retreat at Chapman Farms (57 lots)
• Declaration of surplus property at 1500 NW North Ridge Drive for purchase and redevelopment

The Council approved the Consent Agenda and adopted several ordinances, including a final plat for The Retreat at Chapman Farms and a $225,000 anti‑drug contract. The 2024‑25 budget was amended, raising the total to $143,139,209. A surplus property at 1500 NW North Ridge Drive was declared and an RFP authorized, and the City Strategic Plan was approved. The Council then entered a closed session for privileged communications.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5343 creating final plat for The Retreat at Chapman Farms (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 5344, $225,000 contract with Jackson County Community Backed Anti‑Drug Tax for school‑based initiative (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5345, amended 2024‑25 budget increasing total to $143,139,209 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5346, declared surplus property at 1500 NW North Ridge Drive and authorized a Request for Proposals (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 64-2025 approving the City Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Moved Council into closed session for privileged communications (unanimous)

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 13 at 4:00 p.m. at the Fieldhouse, 425 NE Mock. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a financial report, and updates on the World Cup, Bloomberg Connects, and maintenance projects. No City Council votes will be taken.

The commission voted unanimously to retire and destroy the 'Mother and Child' piece. It also agreed to keep meetings starting at 4 pm with flexible length, and decided not to produce a pamphlet for the Wonder exhibit. The minutes of the July meeting were accepted unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 5 pm.

• Accepted July meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Retired/destroyed 'Mother and Child' artwork (unanimous)
• Kept meeting start time at 4 pm with flexible duration (consensus)
• Cancelled pamphlet for Wonder exhibit (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 pm (motion passed)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will meet to consider the final plat for The Retreat at Chapman Farms, a 57-lot single-family subdivision on 26.29 acres near SW 7 Highway and SW Chapman Farms Drive. The applicant, Clayton Properties Group, requests approval with staff-recommended conditions.

• Final Plat PF-06-25-9622 for 57-lot subdivision at The Retreat at Chapman Farms, 26.29 acres
• Staff recommendation: approval with conditions
• Project site: east of SW 7 Highway, south of SW Chapman Farms Drive, west of SW Lake Side Drive, north of SW Mason School Road
• Previous actions include 2003 annexation and 2021 rezoning to SF-7/PUD/R-O

The commission approved the meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. It then approved the Final Plat PF‑06‑25‑9622 for the Retreat at Chapman Farms, also by a 7‑0 vote, recommending approval with six staff conditions. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat PF-06-25-9622 for Retreat at Chapman Farms with six staff conditions (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous consent

Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Board

The Main Center Redevelopment Corporation will discuss existing boundaries and a potential recommendation to the City Council to extend them. The board will also consider motions to extend MCRC policy and fees.

• Recommendation to extend MCRC boundaries to the City Council
• Motion to extend MCRC Policy and Fees
• Discussion of existing MCRC boundaries

Park Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review staff reports and financial data. The body is scheduled to discuss the FY 2025/2026 projects and the Commissions Rules of Procedures.

• MARC grant report for Vesper Hall
• FY 2025/2026 Projects
• Boards: Commissions Rules of Procedures
• Aquatics Update

The commission voted to accept the consent agenda, with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and the meeting ended at 7:20 p.m. Requests to shift the September and October meeting dates were noted, but no vote outcome was recorded.

• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding proposed water and sewer rates for fiscal years 2026 through 2028. The body will also consider a rezoning and development plan for Boulder Springs and the 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.

• Public hearing for Boulder Springs Rezoning (RZ-06-25-9614) and General Development Plan (GDP-06-25-9615)
• Public hearing and proposed code amendments for water and sewer rates (FY 2026-2028)
• Task Order #16 with Cochran for Highway AA Improvements Project totaling $854,704
• Change Order of $8,741.40 with CAMM Construction Inc for Pink Hill Park Maintenance Shop Renovation
• Amendment of $10,579.43 with Martin Mechanical, Inc. for McQuay Split System repairs at Adams Pointe Conference Center

The Blue Springs City Council approved the Consent Agenda and Resolution 59‑2025. It adopted Bill No. 5337 rezoning a 1.74‑acre parcel and Bill No. 5338 General Development Plan for Boulder Springs. The council also adopted Bills 5339 and 5340 setting new sewer and water rates for FY 2026‑2028, and passed several contract and easement ordinances.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 59‑2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill 5337 rezoning (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill 5338 General Development Plan (4‑3 vote)
• Adopted Bill 5339 sewer rate amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill 5340 water rate amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill 5341 attorney‑review contract amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill 5342 easement ordinance for South Outer Road (unanimous)

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold hearings regarding a request to rezone property at 27711 E Wyatt Rd from Agriculture-County to Large Lot Single-Family. The request includes a Conditional Use Permit for the Tri-County Water Authority to build a water utility building and ground storage water tanks.

• Rezoning RZ-05-25-9572: AG (Agriculture-County) to SF-12 (Large Lot Single-Family)
• Conditional Use Permit CUP-05-25-9573 for a Major Utility
• Proposed construction of a water utility building and ground storage water tanks
• Planning Commission hearing on June 23, 2025
• City Council hearing on July 07, 2025

Public Hearing Notice

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a rezoning request and General Development Plan for a project called 'Boulder Springs'. The proposal involves converting 51.06 +/- acres from agricultural to single-family residential use.

• Rezoning RZ-06-25-9614 from 'AG' (Agriculture-County) to 'SF-7' (Single-Family)
• General Development Plan GDP-06-25-9615 for 92 single family housing units
• Project location: West of Adams Dairy Parkway and South of SE Sunnyside School Rd
• Applicant: Derek Kennedy, The Calara Group

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request and development plans for a project called 'Boulder Springs.' The proposal includes 92 single-family homes, a pocket park, and a walking trail on approximately 35.06 acres.

• Rezoning RZ-06-25-9614: Change from Agriculture (AG) to Single-Family Residential (SF-7) west of Adams Dairy Parkway and south of SE Sunnyside School Rd
• General Development Plan GDP-06-25-9615 for 92 single-family homes, a walking trail, and a pocket park
• Preliminary Plat PP-06-25-99616 for 92 single-family lots and four open space tracts
• Discussion of tabled Rezoning RZ-06-25-9604 for 'Rampage Athletics' at 2001 SW 9th Street

The Blue Springs Planning Commission unanimously approved the rezoning (RZ-06-25-9614) for the Boulder Springs development. It also approved the General Development Plan (GDP-06-25-9615) and the Preliminary Plat (PP-06-25-9616) for the same project, each with staff‑imposed conditions. The meeting minutes were adopted and the session was adjourned.

• Approved rezoning RZ-06-25-9614 for Boulder Springs (8‑aye, 0‑no)
• Approved General Development Plan GDP-06-25-9615 for Boulder Springs with staff conditions (8‑aye, 0‑no)
• Approved Preliminary Plat PP-06-25-9616 for Boulder Springs with staff conditions (8‑aye, 0‑no)
• Adopted meeting minutes (8‑aye, 0‑no)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous consent

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings regarding a request by Derek Kennedy of The Calara Group. The applicant seeks to rezone 51.06 acres to allow for a 92 single-family housing unit development.

• Rezoning RZ-06-25-9614 from 'AG' (Agriculture-County) to 'SF-7' (Single-Family)
• General Development Plan GDP-06-25-9615 for 'Boulder Springs'
• Proposed 92 single family housing units
• Project location: West of Adams Dairy Parkway and South of SE Sunnyside School Rd

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The board will discuss Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) financial and facilities reports, including a presentation by Christine Cates. The meeting also includes a police department report and discussion regarding the annual 'Crime In Your Community' forum.

• Presentation by Christine Cates regarding PSST funds
• PSST Financial Report
• PSST Facilities Report
• Police Department report and PSST Goals/Projects Update
• Discussion on the 'Crime In Your Community' annual forum

Board members approved the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes. They also approved the Public Safety Sales Tax financial report for June 2025. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved June 24, 2025 board minutes (AYE by all voting members)
• Approved PSST financial report for June 2025 (AYE by all voting members)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous AYE)

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings regarding a request to rezone a 1.74 +/- acre property. The applicant seeks to change the zoning from Multi-Family (MF-14) to General Business (GB).

• Rezoning request RZ-06-25-9604 for 2001 SW 9th Street
• Proposed zoning change from MF-14 (Multi-Family) to GB (General Business)
• Property owner: Saint Peter United Methodist Church
• Planning Commission hearing on July 14, 2025
• City Council hearing on July 21, 2025

City Council Agendas

The City Council will vote on several equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts. The body will also receive a donation from Hero Fund USA and discuss real estate in an executive session.

• Contract with McConnell & Associates Corp. for $956,328 for Baumgardner Park tennis court renovations
• Purchase of a Combination Flusher Vac Truck from Key Equipment & Supply Co. for $578,706.69
• Purchase of a camera van from Key Equipment & Supply Co. for $294,719.22
• Contract with Reinhold Electric Inc. for $131,181.00 to relocate electrical lines for a Coronado billboard
• Continuance of the Rampage Athletics Rezoning (RZ-06-25-9604) public hearing to August 4, 2025

The City Council approved the Consent Agenda, adopting four contracts totaling $1,960,934.91 with an aye vote from all present members. The council also moved to continue the rezoning public hearing to the August 4, 2025 meeting, a motion carried unanimously. A donation of $8,733.00 from Hero Fund USA to the police department was recorded, and the council entered a closed session on real‑estate matters with the listed vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda (all items) – vote: Kaylor, Brummel, Ericson, Edmondson, Rowan, Mayor Aye; Tholen absent
• Approved contract with McConnell & Associates Corp. for $956,328 – tennis court renovations
• Approved purchase from Key Equipment & Supply Co. for $578,706.69 – Combination Flusher Vac Truck
• Approved contract with Reinhold Electric Inc. for $131,181.00 – relocate billboard electrical lines
• Approved purchase from Key Equipment & Supply Co. for $294,719.22 – camera van
• Continued rezoning public hearing to Aug 4, 2025 – motion carried unanimously
• Authorized closed session on real‑estate legal matters – vote: Brummel, Ericson, Edmondson, Rowan, Kaylor, Mayor Aye; Tholen absent

Land Bank Agency

The Land Bank Board will meet to conduct administrative business, including the election of officers and a review of quarterly financials. The board is also scheduled to enter a closed session to discuss real estate matters.

• Election of Officers
• Review of Quarterly Financials
• Closed Session regarding Real Estate pursuant to Section 610.021 (2)

The Land Bank approved the March 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioners appointed Kirk Sampson as Chair and Jennifer Irey as Vice Chair, with two votes in favor and one member absent. The board voted to enter a closed session for privileged communications with legal counsel. The board also directed signing of the annual acknowledgment.

• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Kirk Sampson as Chair (Bough Aye, Irey Aye, White-Baldridge Absent)
• Appointed Jennifer Irey as Vice Chair (Bough Aye, Irey Aye, White-Baldridge Absent)
• Moved Land Bank into closed session (Bough Aye, Sampson Aye, Irey Aye, White-Baldridge Absent)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider two demolition presentations for properties on NW 15th St and NW Vesper St. The body will also review its rules of procedure and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Proposed demolition of primary and accessory structures at 208 NW 15th St (HPC-07-25-9628)
• Proposed demolition at 1401 NW Vesper St (HPC-07-25-9629)
• Review of Rules of Procedure

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings regarding a request to rezone a 1.74 +/- acre property. The applicant seeks to change the zoning from Multi-Family (MF-14) to General Business (GB).

• Rezoning request RZ-06-25-9604 for 2001 SW 9th Street
• Proposed change from MF-14 (Multi-Family) to GB (General Business)
• Property owned by Saint Peter United Methodist Church
• Planning Commission hearing on July 14, 2025
• City Council hearing on July 21, 2025

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for Rampage Athletics. The body will also review the Community Development monthly report.

• Public hearing for rezoning RZ-06-25-9604 regarding Rampage Athletics at 2001 SW 9th Street

The Commission approved the meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. It then voted to table the rezoning request RZ‑06‑25‑9604 for Rampage Athletics until the next meeting on July 28, also by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning RZ-06-25-9604 for Rampage Athletics until July 28 (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous consent

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to review financial reports and maintenance updates. The body will also discuss the World Cup, Bloomberg Connects, and a Temporary Art Reception for the 25th Anniversary.

• World Cup update
• Bloomberg Connects discussion
• Maintenance updates
• Temporary Art Reception/25th Anniversary

The commission approved the budget for the World Cup temporary art exhibit. It also approved power washing of four pieces and cleaning of six pieces, and the purchase of a bronze plaque for the Skateboarder artwork. The commission decided not to staff a booth at the Fall Fun Fest. All motions passed unanimously.

• Accepted June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved World Cup temporary art exhibit budget (unanimous)
• Approved power washing of four pieces and cleaning of six pieces (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of bronze plaque for Skateboarder artwork (unanimous)
• Decided not to staff a booth at Fall Fun Fest (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Capital Improvements Program for fiscal years 2025-2030 and a rezoning request for Hawes Estate. The body will also discuss downtown streetscape enhancements and various city contracts.

• Public hearing for Capital Improvements Program for Fiscal Years 2025-2026 to 2029-2030
• Public hearing for Hawes Estate Rezoning (RZ-05-25-9572) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP-05-25-9573) at 27711 E Wyatt Road
• Resolution for Cochran Engineering pavement management and Mock Avenue resurfacing for $815,625
• Contract with Mid-America Regional Council for Vesper Hall administration and meals not to exceed $250,250
• Payment of $25,000 to Mid-America Regional Council for 7 Highway corridor improvements

The Blue Springs City Council adopted a consent agenda and approved a series of ordinances covering rezoning, a conditional use permit, the capital improvements program, code amendments for liquor sales, and contracts for pavement and regional services. All votes were unanimous among members present, with Councilmember Edmondson absent for each vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda (including Resolutions 45‑2025, 46‑2025, 47‑2025) – unanimous
• Adopted rezoning of Hawes Estates to Single‑Family Large Lot Residential (Ordinance No. 5431) – unanimous
• Adopted Conditional Use Permit for Hawes Estates (Ordinance No. 5432) – unanimous
• Approved Capital Improvements Program FY 2025‑2026 to 2029‑2030 (Ordinance No. 5433) – unanimous
• Adopted code amendment restricting intoxicating‑liquor sales at Fall Fun Festival (Ordinance No. 5436) – unanimous
• Approved $25,000 payment to Mid‑America Regional Council for grant (Ordinance No. 5438) – unanimous
• Adopted Final Plat for Shady Green Asphaltic Surfaces (Ordinance No. 5434) – unanimous
• Adopted Final Plat for Eagles Ridge Estates (Ordinance No. 5435) – unanimous

Public Hearing Notice

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the adoption of the FY 2025-2026 to 2029-2030 Capital Improvements Program (CIP). This multi-year plan outlines proposed expenditures for maintaining, upgrading, and replacing public facilities and equipment.

• Public hearing for the 2025-26 to 2029-30 Capital Improvements Program (CIP)

Park Commission

The Park Commission meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025, has been cancelled.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold a work session to review a draft of the City of Blue Springs Strategic Plan. BerryDunn will present an overview of the planning process and facilitate a discussion on the draft before final adoption.

• Review of the City of Blue Springs Strategic Plan Draft

The City Council held a work session to review the draft of the Blue Springs Strategic Plan presented by BerryDunn staff. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the discussion was informational only. The meeting was adjourned at 7:27 p.m.

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The board will discuss the Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) funds and receive financial and facilities reports. Members will also discuss the Police Department report and the annual forum titled “Crime In Your Community — a discussion for a safer Blue Springs.”

• Presentation by Christine Cates regarding PSST funds
• PSST Financial and Facilities reports
• Public Safety Sales Tax Goals/Projects Update and Police Department report
• Discussion of the annual forum “Crime In Your Community — a discussion for a safer Blue Springs”
• Student representative discussion

The board approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. It also approved a contractor to repair cracked concrete at the fountain/flagpole area and add two walkways. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 27, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved contractor for concrete repairs and walkways at fountain area
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Public Hearing Notice

This document is a notice of a public hearing scheduled for June 23, 2025. It outlines the requirements for posting signs on the subject property per the Unified Development Code.

• Public hearing scheduled for 2025-06-23

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request and conditional use permit for a 17-acre site at 27711 E Wyatt Rd. The proposal includes creating three lots for single-family residential use and major water infrastructure for the Tri-County Water Authority.

• Rezoning of 27711 E Wyatt Rd from Agriculture to Large Lot Single Family (RZ-05-25-9572)
• Conditional Use Permit for Tri-County Water Authority infrastructure at 27711 E Wyatt Rd (CUP-05-25-9573)
• Preliminary Plat for Hawes Estates at 27711 E Wyatt Rd (PP-05-25-9574)
• Preliminary and Final Plats for Asphaltic Surfaces at 1050 SW Cemetery Rd
• Sign application for Downtown Student Mural at 204 SW 11th St

The commission approved the rezoning of Hawes Estates (RZ-05-25-9572) with two staff conditions by an 8‑0 vote. It also approved the associated Conditional Use Permit (CUP-05-25-9573) and the Preliminary Plat (PP-05-25-9574), each with staff conditions and an 8‑0 vote. Additional approvals included the Asphaltic Surfaces preliminary and final plats, site‑plan design review, and the Eagles Ridge Estates final plat and PR‑O final plan, all by unanimous votes. The Master/Alternative Sign for the Downtown Student Mural was also approved with staff conditions.

• Rezoning RZ-05-25-9572 for Hawes Estates approved with 2 staff conditions (8‑0)
• Conditional Use Permit CUP-05-25-9573 for Hawes Estates approved with 2 staff conditions (8‑0)
• Preliminary Plat PP-05-25-9574 for Hawes Estates approved with 5 staff conditions (8‑0)
• Preliminary Plat PP-05-25-9568 for Asphaltic Surfaces approved with 2 staff conditions (8‑0)
• Final Plat PF-05-25-9569 for Asphaltic Surfaces approved with 4 staff conditions (8‑0)
• Site Plan Design Review SPDR-05-25-9570 for Asphaltic Surfaces approved with 3 staff conditions (8‑0)
• Final Plat PF-05-25-9571 for Eagles Ridge Estates approved with 5 staff conditions (8‑0)
• Master/Alternative Sign ASP-05-25-9596 for Downtown Student Mural approved with staff conditions (8‑0)

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council meeting scheduled for June 18, 2025, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will vote on the annual insurance plan and several on-call service contracts. The body is also reviewing code amendments regarding security operators and municipal judge compensation.

• Annual property, liability, and workers’ compensation insurance payment of $2,623,241
• Contract with Superior Electrical Construction for on-call electrical services for $91,300
• Increase of $30,982 for Mid-America Regional Council meal and transportation reimbursements
• On-call legal service contracts with Gilmore & Bell for economic development and bond counsel
• Bill No. 5328 to reappoint and increase compensation for Municipal Judges

The council approved its consent agenda, which included the city’s population estimate, a purchasing policy amendment, a hazard‑mitigation plan, insurance payment of $2,623,241 and a $91,300 electrical services contract. It then continued a commercial‑vehicle code amendment and adopted six new ordinances on security operators, community‑development grant advisory, meal‑service reimbursement, on‑call legal services for economic development and bond counsel, and the reappointment and compensation increase for municipal judges. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (including insurance $2,623,241 and $91,300 electrical services contract) – unanimous
• Continued Bill No. 5319 (commercial‑vehicle code amendment) indefinitely – unanimous
• Adopted Bill No. 5323 as Ordinance No. 5425 (security operators code amendments) – unanimous
• Adopted Bill No. 5324 as Ordinance No. 5426 (community‑development block grant advisory amendment) – unanimous
• Adopted Bill No. 5325 as Ordinance No. 5427 (increase MARC reimbursement to $256,585) – unanimous
• Adopted Bill No. 5326 as Ordinance No. 5428 (on‑call legal services contract for economic development) – unanimous
• Adopted Bill No. 5327 as Ordinance No. 5429 (on‑call legal services contract for bond counsel) – unanimous
• Adopted Bill No. 5328 as Ordinance No. 5430 (reappointment and compensation increase for municipal judges) – unanimous

Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Board

The board will meet to discuss the MCRC Incentive Policy and determine next steps. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of MCRC Incentive Policy

The Main Center Redevelopment Corporation board met on June 11, 2025 to discuss expanding its incentive policy to include single‑family homes and a larger downtown area. The board agreed to obtain more information about the Independence, MO 353 Fairmount‑Carlisle Redevelopment Corporation program. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Board will seek additional information about the Independence, MO 353 Fairmount‑Carlisle Redevelopment Corporation program
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried unanimously

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will meet to review a downtown art proposal and receive updates on the 'Wonder' exhibit and the World Cup. The body will also discuss Bloomberg Connects and maintenance for the 'Mother and Child' piece.

• Downtown Art Proposal
• Update on 'Wonder' art exhibit
• World Cup update
• Maintenance update for 'Mother and Child'
• Temporary Art Reception/25th Anniversary

The commission approved a recommendation for the downtown mural to go to the Planning Commission. The Public Art Commission set a September 15 launch date for the Bloomberg Connects app and assigned staff roles. A motion to retire the Mother and Child piece was postponed pending a new location. The May meeting minutes were accepted unanimously.

• Accepted May 1 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended downtown mural for Planning Commission approval (passed)
• Set Bloomberg Connects launch date for September 15 (agreed)
• Assigned contributors and staff roles for Bloomberg Connects (agreed)
• Postponed retirement of Mother and Child piece (hold off)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 pm (motion passed)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 9, 2025, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

CDBG Advisory Committee

The CDBG Advisory Committee is reviewing a draft funding proposal for projects and activities for the 2025-2026 program year. The committee will make a recommendation to the City Council and propose a 30-day public review period starting June 21, 2025.

• Proposed $204,263.95 for Downtown Central Park Improvement Project
• Proposed $50,000.00 for Minor Home Repair Program
• Proposed $25,000.00 for Community Services League subsistence payments
• Proposed $13,750.00 for Hope House therapy sessions
• Proposed $1,105.60 for Company of Champions handicapped services

Park Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review staff reports and provide updates on park sales tax projects and the Master Plan survey. The body will also discuss new business regarding Southwest Park and Central Park.

• Temporary Art Exhibit spotlight by Mary Herrington
• Park Sales Tax Project updates
• Master Plan Survey and community input
• Aquatics update
• Discussion of Southwest Park and Central Park

The Parks & Recreation Commission accepted the consent agenda with a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided; the meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Council Agendas

The City Council will review a final plat for 7 Brew and easements for the NW South Outer Road Water Main Project. The body is also considering contracts for sidewalk programs and a watershed feasibility study.

• Bill No. 5320: Final Plat for 7 Brew at 400 NW 7 Highway
• Resolution No. 39-2025: $163,374.90 contract with Freeman Concrete Construction for 2023 CDBG Sidewalk Program
• Resolution No. 38-2025: $62,611.99 contract amendment with Genesis Environmental Solutions for Sunnyside School Road culvert
• Bill No. 5321: $28,089 agreement with Mid-America Regional Council for Little Blue River Watershed Feasibility Study
• Resolution No. 37-2025: Site Lease Agreement with T-Mobile for Keystone Water Tower

The City Council approved the Consent Agenda and continued two animal‑control agreements indefinitely. It adopted three ordinances: the final plat for 7 Brew, a Little Blue River Watershed feasibility study agreement, and easements for the South Outer Road water‑main project. The council also entered a closed session for privileged communications.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Continued animal‑control agreements (Bills 5302 & 5303) indefinitely (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill 5320, granting Ordinance 5422 for 7 Brew final plat (6 Aye, 1 No)
• Adopted Bill 5321, granting Ordinance 5423 for Little Blue River Watershed study ($28,089) (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill 5322, granting Ordinance 5424 for South Outer Road easements (unanimous)
• Approved $62,611.99 amendment to Contract 2024‑159 with Genesis Environmental Solutions (unanimous, part of Consent Agenda)
• Approved $163,374.90 contract with Freeman Concrete for Community Development Block Grant sidewalk program (unanimous, part of Consent Agenda)
• Moved to closed session for privileged communications (unanimous)

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board met to approve the April minutes, hear a financial report on the 0.5% Public Safety Sales Tax, and review facilities issues at the Howard L. Brown Public Safety Building. The board also discussed 2025 goals, including recruitment and the annual forum format.

• Public Safety Sales Tax revenues $151,305 for March, 6.2% over budget
• HVAC chiller at Public Safety Building remains at half capacity, replacement planned
• Estimated $9,000 needed to repair crumbling bollards at Public Safety Building
• $7,000 requested to repair concrete at Community Services Bureau and south employee entrances
• Seven sworn officer vacancies and two dispatch vacancies reported in Police Department

The board approved the minutes from the April 22 meeting and the Public Safety Sales Tax financial report, each with unanimous support. A contractor was approved to repair cracked concrete and install two new walkways at the Public Safety Building. The board also selected the October 28 forum topic “Crime in Your Community” and then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved April 22, 2025 board minutes (5-0)
• Approved PSST financial report (5-0)
• Approved contractor to repair cracked concrete and add two walkways (vote not recorded)
• Selected “Crime in Your Community” forum topic for Oct 28 (vote not recorded)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan, preliminary plat, and final plat for a 7 Brew coffee business. The project involves demolishing an existing building to construct a 760 sq ft single-tenant pad site with a two-lane drive-thru.

• Site Plan Design Review (SPDR-04-25-9538) for 7 Brew at 400 NW 7 Hwy
• Preliminary Plat (PP-04-25-9539) for 7 Brew at 400 NW 7 Hwy
• Final Plat (PF-04-25-9540) for a 1-lot subdivision on 0.41 acres

The commission unanimously approved the Site Plan Design Review, the Preliminary Plat, and the Final Plat for the 7 Brew development at 400 NW 7 Hwy, each with staff‑specified conditions. All three approvals recorded a 7‑aye, 0‑no vote. The meeting minutes were also approved unanimously, and the session was adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (7‑aye, 0‑no)
• Approved Site Plan Design Review for 7 Brew, 400 NW 7 Hwy, with 3 staff conditions (7‑aye, 0‑no)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for 7 Brew, 400 NW 7 Hwy, with 2 staff conditions (7‑aye, 0‑no)
• Approved Final Plat for 7 Brew, 400 NW 7 Hwy, with 5 staff conditions (7‑aye, 0‑no)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Hearing Notice

The City of Blue Springs is developing its 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan, which outlines activities for low-moderate income housing, infrastructure, and public services. The CDBG Advisory Committee will hold two public hearings to review and prioritize potential activities before submitting the plan to the City Council for approval.

• Public hearings scheduled for May 21, 2025 and June 5, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in Room 210, City Hall (903 W. Main Street)
• Funding Assistance Request applications open for public services and non-profits
• Draft plan to include 30-day public comment period after second hearing

CDBG Advisory Committee

The CDBG Advisory Committee will hold a public hearing to review and prioritize projects for the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan. The body will discuss funding for public services, home repairs, and infrastructure improvements.

• Prioritization of $296,554 in CDBG funds for new allocations and reallocations
• Proposed rule changes to the Minor Home Repair Program regarding lead-based paint testing and repayment prorating
• Funding requests from Hope House ($13,750), Community Services League ($25,000), and Company of Champions ($24,100)
• Discussion of potential funding for the Downtown Façade Grant Program and ADA sidewalk improvements
• Review of Fieldhouse Recreation Scholarships and Central Park Improvements Program

Public Hearing Notice

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding body art services. This follows a Planning Commission hearing on the same matter. The proposal involves changes to the Downtown Development Code and special use standards.

• Proposed amendment to Section 404.240. E DDC (Downtown Development Code) regarding permitted uses
• Proposed amendment to Section 405.050.35 (Special Use Standards - Body Art Service)
• Public hearing on May 19, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings on body art service definitions and a conditional use permit for B Lashed Ink. The body is also considering contracts for park design, wastewater management, and school district police services.

• Contract with Blue Springs R-IV School District for police and dispatching services: $189,413.00
• Contract with SC Engineering, LLC (Cochran) for Sni-a-Bar Wastewater Treatment Facility: $515,105
• Contract with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. for Southwest Park design: $294,100.00
• Contract with Progressive Electronics, Inc. for Fieldhouse fire alarms: $107,479
• Proposed ordinance changes regarding backyard hens and commercial vehicles

The Blue Springs City Council approved several ordinances, including the Unified Development Code amendment for body‑art services (Ordinance No. 5418) and a Conditional Use Permit for body‑art in the downtown T‑5 district (Ordinance No. 5419). It also approved a $294,100 contract with Stantec Consulting for Southwest Park design and a contract with the Blue Springs R‑IV School District for police and dispatch services (Ordinance No. 5420). An amended backyard‑hens ordinance was adopted as Ordinance No. 5421, and a bill on commercial‑vehicle parking was continued to the June 16 meeting.

• Closed‑session motion carried (majority aye)
• Consent agenda approved unanimously
• Approved $294,100 Southwest Park design contract (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5315 as Ordinance 5418 (5‑2)
• Adopted Bill No. 5316 as Ordinance 5419 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill No. 5317 as Ordinance 5420 (unanimous)
• Adopted amended Bill No. 5318 as Ordinance 5421 (5‑2)
• Continued Bill No. 5319 to June 16 meeting (Ericson‑No)

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council are holding public hearings regarding a Conditional Use Permit request. The applicant, Brittany Manney of B Lashed Ink, is seeking approval for body art and microblading uses on 1.07 +/- acres.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP-04-25-9533 for body art/microblading at 103 SW 7 HWY Unit E

Downtown Streetscapes Enhancement Task Force

The Downtown Streetscape Enhancements Task Force will review a poll and schematics for street lights, discuss pole and decorative options, and vote to select options for renderings. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of next steps. No City Council votes will be taken.

• Review of Street Light Components Poll
• Presentation of Street Light Schematics
• Discussion of Pole and Decorative Options
• Vote to select options for Street Light Renderings
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2025 meeting

The Downtown Streetscape Enhancements Task Force approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. The members also unanimously approved directing Cochran Engineering to produce 3D renderings of Tinley Park base Options 3 and 5 in both single and twin‑light configurations. The meeting was adjourned after the approvals and the renderings will be presented at a public City Council meeting in June.

• Approved April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved selection of Tinley Park base Options 3 and 5 for 3D renderings (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed Cochran Engineering to create the approved 3D renderings (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Public Art Commission

This regular meeting includes updates on the 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit 'Wonder,' preparations related to the World Cup, maintenance guides, and mobile/online art guides via Bloomberg Connects and Otocast. The commission will also approve April minutes and review a financial report.

• Installation updates for 'Wonder' 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit
• World Cup update discussion
• Maintenance update guides review
• Mobile/online art guides including Bloomberg Connects and Otocast
• Approval of April meeting minutes and financial report

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission approved the minutes from the April meeting by unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the May 14 meeting. Other agenda items such as the temporary art exhibit, World Cup proposal, and maintenance updates were discussed but no formal approvals or denials were recorded.

• Accepted April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 12, 2025, to consider amendments to the Unified Development Code sections 404.240.E and 405.050.35 regarding body art services. The City Council will hold a separate public hearing on May 19 to consider the same amendments and the commission's recommendation. The changes would modify permitted and conditional uses in the Downtown Development Code and special use standards.

• Proposed amendment UDCT-04-25-9533 to Section 404.240.E (DDC permitted uses) and Section 405.050.35 (special use standards for body art services)
• Planning Commission public hearing on May 12, 2025 at Howard L. Brown Public Safety Facility
• City Council public hearing on May 19, 2025 at same location

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a text amendment to allow body art services in the Downtown Zoning District and increase the number of permitted businesses citywide, as well as a conditional use permit for a new body art business at 103 SW 7 Hwy. They will also consider a master sign plan for McAlister's Deli and receive a monthly community development report.

• Public hearing: UDC text amendment to allow body art services downtown (UDCT-04-25-9554)
• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for 'B Lashed Ink' at 103 SW 7 Hwy
• Consider Master/Alternative Sign for McAlister's Deli at 1221 NE Coronado Dr
• Receive Community Development Monthly Report

The Planning Commission approved the meeting minutes unanimously (8‑0). It adopted three Unified Development Code Text Amendments for Body Art services: Section 404.240.E.2 (8‑0), Section 405.050.33.b (6‑2), and Section 405.050.33.c (8‑0). The commission also approved a Conditional Use Permit for B. Lashed Ink at 103 SW 7 Hwy with two staff conditions (8‑0) and a Master/Alternative Sign for McAlister’s Deli with one staff condition (8‑0).

• Approved meeting minutes (8‑0)
• Approved Body Art Code amendment 404.240.E.2 (8‑0)
• Approved Body Art Code amendment 405.050.33.b (6‑2)
• Approved Body Art Code amendment 405.050.33.c (8‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for B. Lashed Ink with two staff conditions (8‑0)
• Approved Master/Alternative Sign for McAlister’s Deli with one staff condition (8‑0)

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 12, 2025, to consider a conditional use permit (CUP-04-25-9533) requested by Brittany Manney for body art/microblading uses at 103 SW 7 HWY Unit E. The property owner is Kim Compton. The City Council will also hold a hearing on May 19, 2025, to consider the application and the Planning Commission's recommendation.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP-04-25-9533 for body art/microblading on 1.07 acres at 103 SW 7 HWY Unit E (parcel #36-920-11-24-00-0-00-000)

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council is holding a strategic planning retreat on May 7, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in City Hall. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed; the meeting is a planning session only.

• Strategic planning retreat (no published agenda items)

The council held a strategic planning session and reviewed the city's mission statement, vision statements, core values, and strategic priorities. Attendees identified next steps, including having BerryDunn present a draft strategic plan at a June work session and presenting the plan for adoption in July. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Park Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates on the Park Sales Tax Project and consider the 2025/26 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and Capital Outlay. Other agenda items include approval of April meeting minutes, a program spotlight on Green Up The Blue, and a quarterly police activity report.

• Update on Park Sales Tax Project (old business)
• Consideration of 2025/26 CIP and Capital Outlay
• Quarterly Police Activity Report
• Program spotlight: Green Up The Blue with Derek Mayden
• Consent agenda includes approval of April 2025 meeting minutes

The Blue Springs Parks & Recreation Commission accepted the consent agenda with a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were approved; a motion to adjourn was made and seconded. Staff presented financial, project, and police activity reports, but no decisions were taken on those items.

• Accepted Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Motion for adjournment made and seconded (outcome not recorded)

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council will vote on a consent agenda containing routine items including records disposition, concrete repair change order, and multiple engineering task orders for street and water system projects. Separate items include an appeal of a Tim Hortons sign plan, continuation of animal control service agreements with Lake Lotawana and Lake Tapawingo, and introduction of bills for the McAtee Lane final plat and a $38.2 million budget amendment. A presentation on public official liability training is also scheduled.

• Resolution 28-2025 approving a $100,000 change order with Rob's Trucking for miscellaneous concrete repair
• Amendment to Task Order #4 with Cochran for $154,116 to add 11th Street to Main Street streetscape and water main replacement
• Task Order #12 with Cochran for $247,291 for design and construction phase services for E. Wyatt Road Phase 1 improvements
• Task Order #13 with Cochran for $95,000 water system study
• Bill No. 5314 amending the FY 2024-25 budget from $95,995,532 to $134,339,156 (increase of $38,236,144)

The Council approved the consent agenda, which included several contract amendments and a $100,000 change order. It adopted Bill No. 5314, increasing the 2024‑25 budget by $38,236,144 to $134,339,156. The Council also adopted Bill No. 5313 creating a final plat for McAtee Lane and continued two animal‑control agreements to the June 2 meeting. The Tim Hortons sign‑plan appeal (Resolution 32‑2025) was rejected.

• Consent agenda approved (Kaylor Aye, Ericson Aye)
• Approved $100,000 change order to RM. Thomas II Trucking (Consent agenda)
• Approved $154,116 amendment to Main Street streetscape contract (Consent agenda)
• Approved $247,291 task order for E. Wyatt Road Phase 1 improvements (Consent agenda)
• Adopted Bill No. 5314, raising budget to $134,339,156 (7‑0 vote)
• Adopted Bill No. 5313, creating final plat for McAtee Lane (6‑1 vote)
• Continued animal‑control agreements (Bill 5302, 5303) to June 2 meeting (unanimous)
• Rejected Resolution 32‑2025 for Tim Hortons sign‑plan appeal (2‑4 vote)

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 28, 2025, to consider a preliminary plat with alternative development standards for replatting Lot 1B of the McDermed Place Plat into three single-family lots. The property is located north of NW 'B' Street and east of NW 15th Street. The City Council will also hold a hearing on May 5, 2025, to consider the application and the Planning Commission's recommendation.

• Applicant and owner: Chad McAtee, RC McAtee Construction
• Request: Preliminary Plat with Alternative Development Standards (PP-03-25-9515)
• Replat of Lot 1B into 3 single-family lots
• Property parcel # 35-710-02-47-00-0-00-000
• Public hearings: Planning Commission April 28, 2025; City Council May 5, 2025

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a preliminary plat with alternative development standards and a final plat for the McAtee Lane development at 400 NW 7 Highway. They will also review a master/alternative sign plan for a Tim Horton's at 1900 NW 7 Highway. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and preliminary plat with alternative development standards for McAtee Lane at 400 NW 7 Hwy
• Final plat for McAtee Lane at 400 NW 7 Hwy
• Master/alternative sign plan for Tim Horton's at 1900 NW 7 Hwy
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2025

The commission approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It approved both the preliminary and final plats for McAtee Lane with staff conditions, each by an 8‑aye vote. The commission denied the Master/Alternative Sign request for Tim Horton’s with an 8‑no vote. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat PP-03-25-9515 for McAtee Lane with 2 staff conditions (8-0)
• Approved Final Plat PF-03-25-9516 for McAtee Lane with 3 staff conditions (8-0)
• Denied Master/Alternative Sign ASP-04-25-9554 for Tim Horton’s (0-8)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous consent

Development Advisory Commission

The Development Advisory Commission will review a proposed text amendment to the Downtown Development Code regarding body art services. The amendment, requested by the City Council, includes a 500-foot separation from residential uses, churches, schools, and parks, and a population density cap of one establishment per 6,000 residents. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the November 2024 meeting.

• Review of UDC text amendment UDCT-04-25-9553 for Body Art Services
• Proposed 500-foot distance restriction from residential, church, school, or park
• Population density cap of one body art service per 6,000 residents
• Staff recommends approval of the amendments
• Approval of November 15, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board will receive the PSST Financial Report, which shows revenues 6.2% over budget for the fiscal year, and the PSST Facilities Report. The board will also discuss goals for 2025, plan the annual forum, and consider a change to the meeting agenda format.

• PSST Financial Report – revenues $151,305 or 6.2% over budget through March
• PSST Facilities Report – no new major items to report
• Board Goals for 2025 – discussion on recruiting new members
• Annual Forum discussion – alternative format options
• Change of Meeting Agenda format to include attendance record

The Public Safety Citizens’ Advisory Board approved the March 25, 2025 board minutes and the Public Safety Sales Tax financial report, each with unanimous support. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 25, 2025 board minutes (5-0)
• Approved Public Safety Sales Tax financial report (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council Agendas

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including acceptance of election results and two funding agreements for development properties. A separate resolution proposes a $6,822,004 contract for the 2025 Neighborhood Street Preservation Program. The council will also introduce bills to adopt voter-approved charter amendments and hear a presentation on the 2024 audit.

• $6,822,004 contract with Ideker, Inc. for 2025 Neighborhood Street Preservation (street overlay)
• Funding agreement with Griffin Riley for 23 acres at Adams Dairy Parkway and R.D. Mize Road
• Funding agreement with F&C Development for former Lumberyard site at 1308 and 1304 W. Main Street
• Introduction of bills adopting charter amendments approved in April 8 election
• Presentation of 2024 audit by RSM US LLP

The Blue Springs City Council approved a $6,822,004 contract for the 2025 Neighborhood Street Preservation program. It also approved funding agreements with Griffin Riley Property Group and F&C Development. The council adopted charter amendments (Bill 5305) and code amendments (Bill 5306) as ordinances. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-2025 Funding Agreement with Griffin Riley Property Group (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-2025 Funding Agreement with F&C Development (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-2025 contract $6,822,004 with Ideker, Inc. for street preservation (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill 5305 charter amendments as Ordinance 5408 (unanimous)
• Adopted Bill 5306 code amendments as Ordinance 5409 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several development projects, including rezoning a property at 901 NW 19th Street for Blue Springs High School expansion. Other items include plans for Asphaltic Surfaces at 1050 SW Cemetery Road, a conditional use permit for 500 R.D. Mize Offices, and a vacation and final plat for Hy-Vee at 625 SW 40 Highway. Consent agenda covers new liquor licenses for Blue Sky Liquor and Tobacco LLC and Frankies Italian Restaurant LLC, a resolution to apply for the Missouri Blue Shield Program, and board and liaison appointments. Council will also elect a Mayor Pro Tempore and receive public official liability training.

• Public hearing and first readings of Bills 5307 and 5308 to rezone 901 NW 19th Street (from RE to SF-7/PD) and approve final plat for Blue Springs High School expansion
• Public hearing and first readings of Bills 5309 and 5310 for Asphaltic Surfaces General Development Plan and Conditional Use Permit at 1050 SW Cemetery Road (contractor storage in GB district)
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill 5311 for a Conditional Use Permit at 500 NW RD Mize for contractor land use
• Public hearing and first readings of Bills 5312 and 5313 to vacate a water main easement and approve final plat for Blue Springs Hy-Vee at 625 SW 40 Highway
• Consent agenda includes approval of liquor licenses for Blue Sky Liquor and Tobacco LLC ($112.50 fee, off-premises) and Frankies Italian Restaurant LLC ($187.50 fee, on-premises), and Resolution 26-2025 for Missouri Blue Shield Program application

The City Council approved Bill No. 5307 rezoning 901 NW 19th Street from Residential Estate to Single-Family/Planned Development and adopted it as Ordinance No. 5410. The council also adopted Bill No. 5308 (Ordinance No. 5411) for the High School Harvest Addition final plat, Bill No. 5309 (Ordinance No. 5412) for a General Development Plan at 1050 SW Cemetery Road, Bill No. 5310 (Ordinance No. 5413) for a Conditional Use Permit at the same site, and Bill No. 5312 (Ordinance No. 5414) to vacate a water main easement at 625 SW 40 Highway. Councilmember Kaylor was elected Mayor Pro Tempore by acclamation, and Bill No. 5311 for a Conditional Use Permit at 500 NW Rd Mize was rejected.

• Approved rezoning Bill 5307, adopted as Ordinance 5410 (unanimous)
• Approved final plat Bill 5308, adopted as Ordinance 5411 (unanimous)
• Approved General Development Plan Bill 5309, adopted as Ordinance 5412 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit Bill 5310, adopted as Ordinance 5413 (unanimous)
• Approved Vacation Bill 5312, adopted as Ordinance 5414 (unanimous)
• Rejected Conditional Use Permit Bill 5311 (failed unanimously)
• Elected Councilmember Kaylor Mayor Pro Tempore by acclamation
• Approved liquor licenses for Blue Sky Liquor and Tobacco LLC and Frankies Italian Restaurant LLC (consent agenda)

Downtown Streetscapes Enhancement Task Force

The Downtown Streetscapes Enhancement Task Force is meeting to review the project overview, confirm the purpose of the committee, and discuss the selection of decorative street lighting. No votes will be taken, but a quorum of the City Council may be present.

• Decorative street lighting selection discussion
• Project overview presentation
• Purpose of the committee review
• Next steps for downtown streetscape enhancements

The Downtown Streetscapes Enhancement Task Force presented several decorative street‑light designs, such as Acorn, Tear Drop, and Lantern styles. No formal decision, vote, or approval was recorded in the minutes. The meeting concluded with a note to proceed with the street‑light selection process.

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 14 to consider a rezoning request for the 5.93-acre Blue Springs High School parking lot at 901 NW 19th Street. The applicant seeks to rezone from Residential Estate (RE) to Single-Family/Planned Development (SF-7/PD). The City Council will also hold a public hearing on April 21 to consider the application and the Planning Commission's recommendation.

• Rezoning (RZ-03-25-9502) of 5.93-acre school parking lot from RE to SF-7/PD at 901 NW 19th Street, by applicant Christopher Koch (Hollis+Miller) for owner Blue Springs R-IV School District

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings on a request by Hy-Vee Inc. to vacate a water main easement at 625 SW 40 Highway (Lot 2 of the proposed Blue Springs Hy-Vee 3rd Plat). The hearings allow residents to comment on the proposed vacation, which would remove the easement from the property.

• Vacation of water main easement (VAC-03-25-9508) at 625 SW 40 Highway, Blue Springs
• Applicant: Brad Sonner (Olsson) on behalf of property owner Hy-Vee Inc.
• Planning Commission hearing: April 14, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
• City Council hearing: April 21, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Howard L. Brown Public Safety Facility, 1100 SW Smith Street

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings on a request by Robert Clifton of Clifton RE LLC for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a building or construction contractor business with machinery and storage at 500 NW RD Mize. The property is zoned General Business, requiring this permit. The Planning Commission hearing is on April 14, 2025, and the City Council hearing is on April 21, 2025.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP-03-25-9505 for a Building or Construction Contractor (with machinery, equipment, or storage)
• Applicant: Robert Clifton of Clifton RE LLC
• Location: 500 NW RD Mize (parcel 36-920-01-54-00-0-00-000)
• Property zoned 'GB' General Business
• Planning Commission hearing April 14, City Council hearing April 21

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs City Council will hold a public hearing on April 21, 2025, to consider a General Development Plan and Conditional Use Permit for a new office/warehouse building on 2.18 acres at 1050 SW Cemetery Road. The Planning Commission will first hear the item on April 14 and make a recommendation. The property is zoned General Business, requiring a Conditional Use Permit for a Building or Construction Contractor with machinery/equipment/storage use.

• Applicant: Patrick Joyce (Kimley-Horn) for owner Jake Robbins of Asphaltic Surfaces
• Proposal: new building for office/warehouse general industrial facility with parking and drives
• Conditional Use Permit required for construction contractor land use in GB zoning
• Property address: 1050 SW Cemetery Road, Parcel #42-120-01-04-00-0-00-000
• Planning Commission hearing April 14; City Council hearing April 21, both at 1100 SW Smith Street

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council will meet to review the Downtown Incentives Book, receive overviews of two development projects (Griffin Riley at Adams Dairy and Flaherty & Collins at the former Lumberyard site), and hold strategic planning discussions. No City Council votes will be taken, though a quorum of the council may attend.

• Review of Downtown Incentives Book
• Overview of Griffin Riley Project at Adams Dairy
• Overview of Flaherty and Collins Project at the Lumberyard
• Board Strategic Planning and Discussion

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 14, 2025, to consider a request by Hy-Vee Inc. to vacate a water main easement at 625 SW 40 Highway. The City Council will also hold a hearing on April 21, 2025, to review the Planning Commission's recommendation. No decision will be made at the April 14 meeting; it is solely for public input.

• Applicant Brad Sonner (Olsson) seeks to vacate a water main easement from Lot 2 of the proposed Blue Springs Hy-Vee 3rd Plat at 625 SW 40 Hwy
• Parcel # 36-930-10-22-00-0-00-000 involved in the vacation request (VAC-03-25-9508)
• Planning Commission hearing on April 14, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers; City Council hearing on April 21, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone a 5.93-acre school parking lot at 901 NW 19th Street from Residential Estate (RE) to Single-Family/Planned Development (SF-7/PD). The applicant, Christopher Koch of Hollis+Miller, represents the property owner, Blue Springs R-IV School District. The City Council will hold a separate public hearing on April 21 to consider the Planning Commission's recommendation.

• Rezoning application RZ-03-25-9502 for 5.93 acres at 901 NW 19th Street (Blue Springs High School Lot 4)
• Proposed change from RE (Residential Estate) to SF-7/PD (Single-Family/Planned Development)
• Applicant: Christopher Koch, Hollis+Miller; owner: Blue Springs R-IV School District
• Planning Commission hearing April 14, 2025; City Council hearing April 21, 2025

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 14, 2025, for a General Development Plan and Conditional Use Permit requested by Asphaltic Surfaces. The plan proposes a new office/warehouse building on 2.18 acres at 1050 SW Cemetery Road. The conditional use permit would allow a Building or Construction Contractor (with machinery, equipment, or storage) use in the GB General Business district. The City Council will hold a separate hearing on April 21 to consider the application and the Planning Commission's recommendation.

• General Development Plan (GDP-03-25-9506) for a new office/warehouse building with parking and drives on 2.18+/- acres at 1050 SW Cemetery Road
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP-03-25-9507) to allow a Building or Construction Contractor use (machinery, equipment, or storage) in GB General Business zoning
• Public hearing before the Planning Commission on Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
• Public hearing before the City Council on Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Applicant: Patrick Joyce, Kimley-Horn Associates, on behalf of owner Jake Robbins of Asphaltic Surfaces

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings regarding a Conditional Use Permit request for 500 NW RD Mize. Applicant Robert Clifton of Clifton RE LLC seeks to operate a building or construction contractor business with machinery, equipment, or storage at the site.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP-03-25-9505 for 500 NW RD Mize
• Proposed land use: Building or Construction Contractor (with machinery, Equipment, or Storage)
• Planning Commission hearing: April 14, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
• City Council hearing: April 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Planning Commission Agendas

The commission will hold public hearings on rezoning and platting for Blue Springs High School, a general development plan and conditional use permit for Asphaltic Surfaces, a conditional use permit for 500 NW R D Mize Road offices, and a vacation plat for Hy-Vee 3rd Plat. It will also review preliminary and final plats for the high school, a final plat for Hy-Vee, and the community development monthly report. The meeting includes approval of minutes from March 24, 2025.

• Public hearing on rezoning (RZ-03-25-9502) of 4.93 acres at 901 NW 19th Street from RE to SF-7/PD for Blue Springs High School campus expansion
• Public hearing on General Development Plan (GDP-03-25-9506) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP-03-25-9506) for Asphaltic Surfaces at 1050 SW Cemetery Road
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit (CUP-02-25-9484) for 500 NW R D Mize Road offices
• Public hearing on vacation (VAC-03-25-9508) of Hy-Vee 3rd Plat at 625 SW 40 Hwy
• Preliminary and final plat approvals for Blue Springs High School Lot 4 and final plat for Hy-Vee 3rd Plat

The commission unanimously approved the rezoning (RZ-03-25-9502) and both the preliminary (PP-03-25-9503) and final plats (PF-03-25-9504) for the Blue Springs High School site, adding staff conditions to the plats. It also approved the General Development Plan and Conditional Use Permit for the Asphaltic Surfaces project, the Conditional Use Permit for 500 R D Mize Offices, and the vacation and final plats for the Hy‑Vee 3" Plat, each with specified staff conditions. All votes were 9‑0 except the 500 R D Mize Offices permit, which passed 8‑0.

• Approved Rezoning RZ-03-25-9502 for Blue Springs High School (9‑0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat PP-03-25-9503 for Blue Springs High School with 1 staff condition (9‑0)
• Approved Final Plat PF-03-25-9504 for Blue Springs High School with 2 staff conditions (9‑0)
• Approved General Development Plan GDP-03-25-9506 for Asphaltic Surfaces with 5 staff conditions (9‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP-03-25-9507 for Asphaltic Surfaces with 3 staff conditions (9‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP-03-25-9505 for 500 R D Mize Offices with 2 staff conditions (8‑0)
• Approved Vacation VAC-03-25-9508 for Hy‑Vee 3" Plat with 2 staff conditions (9‑0)
• Approved Final Plat PF-03-25-9509 for Hy‑Vee 3" Plat with 5 staff conditions (9‑0)

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will meet to review installation updates for the "Wonder" 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit. The body will also discuss updates regarding the World Cup and general maintenance.

• Installation updates for "Wonder" 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit
• World Cup update
• Maintenance update
• Discussion of Bloomberg Connects

The Public Art Commission approved the minutes from the March meeting without opposition. No other substantive actions were decided. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:00 p.m.

• Accepted March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 p.m. (motion passed)

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council will hold a public hearing on a General Development Plan for 7Brew, a fast-food restaurant at 400 NW 7 Highway, and consider several resolutions including contracts for Walnut Street improvements ($584,575), additional silt removal at Railroad Lake ($135,300), and a shelter at Blue Springs Park ($176,689). The agenda also includes approval of fireworks permits, a liquor license for Chipotle, and establishment of a Downtown Streetscape Enhancements Task Force.

• Public hearing for 7Brew General Development Plan at 400 NW 7 Highway
• Walnut Street improvements and water main replacement – $584,575 contract
• Railroad Lake silt removal contract amendment – $135,300
• Shelter at Blue Springs Park – $176,689 contract
• Establishment of Downtown Streetscape Enhancements Task Force

The council approved the consent agenda, which included items such as the IT records disposition, a liquor license for Chipotle, the Walnut Street improvement contract, a Railroad Lake amendment, a shelter contract, and the creation of a Downtown Streetscape Task Force. Separate votes approved the 2025 fireworks permits, the Walnut Street contract (Resolution 19‑2025), and several bills that became ordinances, including the 7Brew development plan (Ordinance 5404) and a Sunshine Law amendment (Ordinance 5405). Additional ordinances adopted covered a permanent sidewalk easement (Ordinance 5406) and a two‑year traffic‑control contract with the Mid‑America Regional Council (Ordinance 5407).

• Approved Consent Agenda (all 7 ayes)
• Approved 2025 fireworks permits (unanimous; Edmondson and Tholen recused)
• Approved Resolution 19‑2025 Walnut Street contract $584,575 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22‑2025 establishing Downtown Streetscape Task Force (part of consent agenda)
• Adopted Bill 5299 as Ordinance 5404 (7 ayes)
• Adopted Bill 5300 as Ordinance 5405 (7 ayes)
• Adopted Bill 5301 as Ordinance 5406 (7 ayes)
• Adopted Bill 5304 as Ordinance 5407 (7 ayes)

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs City Council holds a public hearing on a General Development Plan for a 510-square-foot pad site with a two-lane drive-thru at 400 NW 7 Highway. The Planning Commission previously heard the request on March 24. The applicant seeks approval for the 7Brew project on 0.41 acres.

• Proposed 510 sq ft building with two-lane drive-thru
• Location: 400 NW 7 Highway, parcel 36-920-01-29-04-0-00-000
• Applicant: Andrew Wilson, Cedar Creek Inc; property owner: James Evans
• GDP application number: GDP-02-25-9484
• City Council hearing follows Planning Commission recommendation

Park Commission

The Blue Springs Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve March meeting minutes, hear staff reports on maintenance, recreation, fieldhouse/aquatics, and discuss new business including fees and charges and an update on the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan. A budget report for FY2024-25 through January is included in the packet.

• Approve minutes of March 2025 meeting
• Discussion of fees and charges for parks and recreation
• Update on Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan
• Review of FY2024-25 budget through January showing $1.46M in expenditures

The Blue Springs Parks & Recreation Commission met on April 1, 2025. A motion to accept the consent agenda passed unanimously. A motion to approve the amended minutes also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Accepted Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved amended minutes (unanimous)

City Council Agendas

The Blue Springs City Council will discuss four proposed initiatives tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including a $10,000 regional tourism platform contribution, a $50,000 public art display along I-70, a $100,000 Fourth of July celebration expansion, and a potential $10,000 community event contribution. The council will also review the 2025 Sidewalk Infill Program, a sidewalk repair project (CIP Project #ST-44), and consider changes to body art service licensure rules.

• $10,000 request for Parade of Hearts/TC3 regional tourism platform participation
• $50,000 proposal for temporary public art sculptures along I-70
• $100,000 Parks Department proposal to expand 2026 Fourth of July celebration with drone show
• Discussion on prohibiting 'No Chance' gaming devices in city limits
• Potential changes to microblading licensure rules under Body Art Service standards

The council instructed staff to prepare a code amendment that would prohibit "no chance" gaming devices in Blue Springs. The council also directed staff to draft a code amendment to modify the Body Art Service special‑use licensing standards, reducing the per‑capita limit to 6,000, allowing downtown locations, and requiring a copy of state licensing. The meeting otherwise consisted of discussions of World Cup‑related initiatives and budget items, but no formal approvals or votes were recorded.

• Directed staff to draft code amendment prohibiting "no chance" gaming devices
• Directed staff to draft code amendment to change Body Art Service licensing: reduce per‑capita limit to 6,000, allow downtown use, require state license copy

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The board will discuss Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) goals, projects, and facilities reports. The meeting includes a review of the Police Department report and a discussion regarding the board's goals for 2025 and the annual forum.

• PSST Financial Report
• PSST Facilities Report
• Public Safety Sales Tax Goals/Projects Update
• Police Department report
• Board Goals for 2025

The Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board approved the February 25, 2025 board minutes. It also approved the Public Safety Sales Tax financial report for the month ending January 31, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned. No items were scheduled for the next meeting.

• Approved February 25, 2025 board minutes (all AYEs)
• Approved PSST Financial report for January 2025 (all AYEs)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Hearing Notice

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings to consider a General Development Plan (GDP-02-25-9484). The proposal is for a 510 square foot pad site building with a two-lane drive-thru on 0.41 acres.

• General Development Plan GDP-02-25-9484 for 7Brew
• Proposed 510 square foot building at 400 NW 7 Highway
• Planning Commission hearing on March 24, 2025
• City Council hearing on April 7, 2025

Land Bank Agency

The Land Bank Board will meet to review quarterly financials and city strategic planning. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss real estate matters.

• Approval of Land Bank Director and Officers Liability Insurance payment
• Review of Quarterly Financials
• Discussion on City Strategic Planning
• Closed session regarding real estate pursuant to Section 610.021 (2)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a General Development Plan for a new 7 Brew drive-thru coffee shop at 400 NW 7 Highway. Additionally, they will review site plans for Hyper Energy Bar at 1286 NE Coronado Drive and a master/alternative sign for Tim Hortons at 1900 NW 7 Highway. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from March 10, 2025.

• Public hearing for General Development Plan (GDP-02-25-9484) for 7 Brew at 400 NW 7 Hwy
• Site Plan Design Review (PDFS-02-25-9485) for Hyper Energy Bar at 1286 NE Coronado Dr
• Master/Alternative Sign (ASP-02-25-9475) for Tim Hortons at 1900 NW 7 Hwy
• Consent agenda: approval of March 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved final plats and site‑plan design reviews for three projects—Tommy’s Express Car Wash, Flex Spaces Phase II, and Blue Springs Business & Technology Park—each with staff‑imposed conditions. Votes ranged from 7‑aye/1‑no to unanimous 8‑aye. The consent agenda minutes were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Final Plat for Tommy’s Express Car Wash (7‑aye, 1‑no) with 2 staff conditions
• Approved Site Plan Design Review for Tommy’s Express Car Wash (7‑aye, 1‑no) with 3 staff conditions
• Approved Final Plat for Flex Spaces Phase II (8‑aye, 0‑no) with 4 staff conditions
• Approved Site Plan Design Review for Flex Spaces Phase II (8‑aye, 0‑no) with 4 staff conditions
• Approved Final Plat for Blue Springs Business & Technology Park (8‑aye, 0‑no) with 2 staff conditions
• Approved Site Plan Design Review for Blue Springs Business & Technology Park (8‑aye, 0‑no) with 3 staff conditions
• Approved consent agenda minutes (8‑aye, 0‑no)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (8‑aye, 0‑no)

Appearance Review Committee

The Appearance Review Committee will consider a site plan design review for a new 629-square-foot fast-food building. The proposed Hyper Energy Bar project includes two drive-thru windows and one walk-up window.

• Presentation of AR-02-25-9486 for Hyper Bar Energy at 1286 NE Coronado Dr
• Approval of minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting

City Council Agendas

The City Council will review a proposal from Flaherty & Collins Properties for the redevelopment of over 3.4 acres at 1304 and 1308 W Main Street. The body will also consider several final plats for commercial developments and discuss potential code amendments for backyard hens and commercial vehicle parking.

• Resolution to designate Flaherty & Collins Properties as developer for the former Lumberyard site
• Final plat approvals for Tommy’s Express Car Wash (509 NW 7 Highway), Flex Spaces II (3405 NW Jefferson Street), and Blue Springs Business and Technology Park (2305 NE Jefferson Street)
• Bill to transfer surplus City-owned property near NE 20th Street and NE Jefferson Street to Valley Oaks Investments, L.L.C.
• Contract for the purchase of public art titled “Family Tree” for $17,000
• Grant authorization for the Missouri Department of Transportation Highway Safety and Traffic Division

The Blue Springs City Council approved four ordinances (Nos. 5400-5403) for final plats including Tommy's Express Car Wash, Flex Spaces II, and Blue Springs Business and Technology Park, and declared surplus property for transfer to Valley Oaks Investments. It also adopted Resolution 17-2025 designating Flaherty & Collins Properties for downtown redevelopment and directing staff to draft code amendments on commercial vehicle parking and backyard hens. All votes were recorded with specific tallies.

• Adopted Ordinance 5400 approving Tommy's Express Car Wash final plat (5-2, Ericson and Kaylor nay)
• Adopted Ordinance 5401 approving Flex Spaces II final plat (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 5402 declaring surplus property and authorizing deed transfer to Valley Oaks Investments (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 5403 approving Blue Springs Business and Technology Park final plat (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 17-2025 designating Flaherty & Collins Properties for downtown redevelopment and authorizing agreements (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft code amendment on commercial vehicle parking definition (5-2, Kaylor and Ericson nay)
• Directed staff to prepare backyard hens ordinance (5-2, Kaylor and Ericson nay)

Land Bank Agency

The Land Bank of Blue Springs meeting scheduled for March 17, 2025, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No business was conducted or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; no items considered

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to discuss the locations and installation dates for the "Wonder" 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit. The body will also receive updates regarding the World Cup and maintenance.

• Installation dates and locations for "Wonder" 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit
• World Cup update
• Strategic Planning Event
• Maintenance update

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission held a regular meeting on March 12, 2025, approving the February meeting minutes unanimously. The commission discussed the installation of the 2025 temporary art exhibit 'Wonder' (starting March 26 through end of May), the World Cup temporary art display (funded by hotel/motel tax), and maintenance issues including a broken 'Sundancers' piece. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; other items were discussion-only.

• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed 'Wonder' exhibit installation dates and locations (no vote)
• Discussed World Cup art display funding via hotel/motel tax (no vote)
• Noted new plaque ordered for Skateboarder piece
• Reported Sundancers piece broke during removal; artist seeking contractor

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will consider final plats and site plan design reviews for three projects. The body will also review community development reports and hold a strategic planning session.

• Final plat and site plan review for Tommy’s Express Car Wash at 509 NW 7 Hwy
• Final plat and site plan review for Flex Spaces Phase II at 3405 NW Jefferson St
• Final plat and site plan review for Blue Springs Business & Technology Park at 2305 NE Jefferson St
• Community Development annual and monthly reports
• Strategic Planning Boards and Commission Night

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Final Plat and Planned Development Site Plan for Tommy's Express Car Wash at 509 NW 7 Hwy, with conditions, by a 7-1 vote. It also approved the Final Plat and Site Plan Design Review for Flex Spaces Phase II at 3405 NW Jefferson St, and the Final Plat and Site Plan Design Review for Blue Springs Business & Technology Park at 2305 NE Jefferson St, all with conditions. The commission also received the Community Development Annual Report and monthly activity reports.

• Approved Final Plat PF-01-25-9464 for Tommy's Express Car Wash with 2 conditions (7-1).
• Approved Planned Development Site Plan Design Review PDES-01-25-9463 for Tommy's Express Car Wash with 3 conditions (7-1).
• Approved Final Plat PF-01-25-9466 for Flex Spaces Phase II with 4 conditions (8-0).
• Approved Site Plan Design Review SPDR-01-25-9467 for Flex Spaces Phase II with 4 conditions (8-0).
• Approved Final Plat PF-01-25-9468 for Blue Springs Business & Technology Park with 2 conditions (8-0).
• Approved Site Plan Design Review SPDR-01-25-9469 for Blue Springs Business & Technology Park with 3 conditions (8-0).
• Received the Community Development Annual Report and monthly activity reports for January and February.
• Adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

Park Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the introduction of a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan by consultant BerryDunn. Other agenda items include an aquatics update, updates on the Parks Sales Tax Project, and discussions of the City Strategic Plan and Capital Improvement Plan. Reports from staff and the commission chairman will also be presented.

• Introduction of Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan by Ryan Hegreness (BerryDunn)
• Aquatics update from Chase Coffee
• Parks Sales Tax Project updates (Old Business)
• City Strategic Plan discussion (New Business)
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) discussion (New Business)

The Blue Springs Parks Commission met on March 4, 2025, and unanimously approved the consent agenda. The meeting focused on informational updates, including the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space master plan process, aquatics programming, and progress on sales tax projects. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent agenda approval.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously

City Council Agendas

The council will hold a public hearing on TIF and economic development updates, introduce bills on fireworks regulations, a contract with Jackson Lewis for legal counsel up to $50,000 annually, and issuance of general obligation bonds for street projects. The main item is a presentation and resolution designating Griffin Riley Property Group as developer for a 23-acre city-owned site at Adams Dairy Parkway and R.D. Mize Road, authorizing negotiations for a development agreement.

• Resolution for $210,000 task order for engineering/inspection services for a northbound right turn lane on Adams Dairy Parkway to eastbound Duncan Road
• Bill amending fireworks code to require property owner consent and notification of location changes
• Contract with Jackson Lewis for labor legal counsel not to exceed $50,000 annually
• Issuance of 2025 general obligation bonds to fund street projects
• Presentation and resolution to designate Griffin Riley Property Group as developer for 23 acres at Adams Dairy Parkway and R.D. Mize Road

The Blue Springs City Council approved three ordinances: one amending fireworks regulations to require property owner consent and notification of location changes, one contracting Jackson Lewis P.C. for labor legal services up to $50,000 annually, and one authorizing general obligation bonds for street projects. The council also approved a resolution designating Griffin Riley Property Group as developer for a 23-acre city-owned site and approved the consent agenda, including a $210,000 engineering task order.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5397 amending fireworks code (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5398 contracting Jackson Lewis P.C. for legal services (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5399 authorizing GO bonds for street projects (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 14-2025 designating Griffin Riley Property Group as developer (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolution No. 13-2025 for $210,000 engineering task order (7-0)

Public Hearing Notice

The City Council will hold a public hearing on February 19, 2025. The body will discuss updates regarding Annual Tax Increment Financing and Economic Development Incentives.

• Public hearing on Annual Tax Increment Financing updates
• Public hearing on Economic Development Incentive updates

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The board will discuss Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) financial and facilities reports. Members will review goals for 2025 and an ordinance regarding the annual Forum. The meeting also includes a strategic planning event.

• PSST Financial Report
• PSST Facilities Report
• Public Safety Sales Tax Goals/Projects Update
• Board Goals for 2025
• Ordinance Review regarding annual Forum

The Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board approved the January 2025 PSST financial report, noting revenues were 2.0% over budget for the fiscal year. The board also discussed facility repairs, including an AC chiller under warranty and a fan repair estimated at $7,000. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussions only.

• Approved January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved PSST financial report for month ending December 31, 2024 (3-0)

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will discuss locations and entries for the 'Wonder' 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit, including the Creative Communities Alliance entries. They will also review the annual report, approve minutes from January, and receive a financial report.

• Discussion of 'Wonder' 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit locations
• Creative Communities Alliance entries for the exhibit
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2025 meeting
• Financial report (attached)
• Annual report

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission approved the January meeting minutes and the 2023/24 annual report. After discussion, the commission voted to rank art pieces for the fourth piece of the 2025 'Wonder' exhibit, selecting 'Peace' as the top choice after a tie-breaking vote. Locations for the pieces will be decided next month.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023/24 annual report (unanimous)
• Selected 'Peace' as top-ranked art piece for Wonder exhibit (majority vote after tie-breaker)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Blue Springs Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 24, 2025, has been canceled because there is no agenda to discuss. No items were proposed or considered for this meeting.

Public Hearing Notice

The Blue Springs City Council will hold a public hearing on March 3, 2025, to discuss annual updates to Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and other economic development incentives. The hearing is intended to receive public input on these updates. No other items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on annual Tax Increment Financing and Economic Development Incentive updates

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council will review the RFP Selection Committee's results for major redevelopment proposals, hear a recap of the ICSC convention trip where several retailers expressed interest in Blue Springs, and receive the 2024 annual report covering economic activity including $1B in sales and 181 new business licenses. Board strategic planning and answers to prior questions are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of RFP Selection Committee results for Adams Dairy Parkway and Lumberyard mixed-use redevelopment proposals
• Recap of ICSC trip: Dick's Sporting Goods and Academy Sports require 40,000+ sq ft not currently available; Harbor Freight interested in Big Lots building
• Potential interest from Cracker Barrel, HTeaO, and Denny's in the Blue Springs market
• Presentation of 2024 annual report showing $1.064M sq ft commercial growth valued at $185.9M and $40M street maintenance bond approved
• Review of recent local economic development changes and board strategic planning

The Blue Springs Economic Development Council met and unanimously approved the minutes from its December 18, 2024 meeting. Staff presented the 2024 Economic Development Annual Report, a recap of a trip to ICSC in Dallas, and updates on local business openings and closures. No formal votes were taken on policy or funding items.

• Approved December 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to discuss locations and entries from the Creative Communities Alliance for the 'Wonder' 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit. The body will also review a financial report and an annual report.

• Locations and entries for 'Wonder' 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit
• Financial Report
• Annual Report

The February 18th Public Art Commission meeting was postponed to February 25th due to weather. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting; it was a procedural notice only.

• Postponed February 18th meeting to February 25th due to weather

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will review the financial report, discuss the 15th temporary public art exhibit 'Wonder' including locations and Creative Communities Alliance entries, and consider the annual report. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2025 meeting
• Financial report review
• Discussion of 'Wonder' 15th Temporary Public Art Exhibit locations and entries
• Annual report consideration
• Visitors/Public comment period

The February 12th Public Art Commission meeting was postponed to February 18th due to weather. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting; it was a procedural notice only.

• Postponed February 12 meeting to February 18 due to weather

City Council Agendas

This is a quorum notice for a presentation and tour of city-owned properties at Adams Dairy Parkway and 1304 W Main Street. City Council members will attend but no votes will be taken during the sessions.

• Presentation of Requests for Proposals for City-owned properties
• Tour of sites at Adams Dairy Parkway and 1304 W Main Street
• Sessions held on February 10 and 11, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Planning Commission Agendas

The Blue Springs Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 10, 2025, has been canceled because there were no items to consider. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Park Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates on the Parks Sales Tax Project and the Master Plan, and consider a proposal from Sportsman Solutions. They will also review a budget report showing year-to-date expenditures of $1,065,884 and a positive net of $77,033 from the Fieldhouse/Blue Surf Bay Waterpark.

• Parks Sales Tax Project updates (Old Business)
• Sportsman Solutions proposal (New Business)
• Master Plan Update (New Business)
• Fitness Update by Eric Nehlsen (Program/Activity Spotlight)
• Review of FY2024-25 budget showing $1,065,884 in expenditures through December

The Blue Springs Parks Commission met on February 4, 2025, and unanimously approved the consent agenda. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports, updates on the Sales Tax Project, completed and upcoming parks projects, a presentation on fitness programs, and a discussion about Sportsman Solutions for sponsorships.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)

Solid Waste Commission

The February 4, 2025, meeting of the Solid Waste Management Commission has been canceled due to a lack of an agenda.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will discuss a corrected final plat for Dutch Bros and a hold harmless agreement with the Blue Springs School District for youth basketball. The body is also reviewing several contracts for software services and equipment replacement.

• Bill No. 5290: Corrected Final Plat for Dutch Bros at 701 NW MO-7 Highway
• Contract for $76,792.00 with Nuco Pump Sales and Service, LLC for Adams Pointe Golf Club irrigation pump
• Two-year software services contract with Tyler Technologies, Inc.
• Liquor license for Buckets Bar & Grill at 1331 SW Westbound 40 Highway
• Bill No. 5291: Hold Harmless Agreement with Blue Springs School District for youth basketball

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including a $76,792 contract for a golf course irrigation pump and a two-year Tyler Technologies software migration contract, after pulling the latter for separate discussion. It adopted Ordinance 5395, rescinding a prior ordinance and approving the corrected final plat for Dutch Bros Coffee at 701 NW MO-7 Highway. It also adopted Ordinance 5396, approving a hold harmless agreement with the Blue Springs School District for youth basketball gym use. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including liquor license for Buckets Bar & Grill (7-0)
• Approved $76,792 contract with Nuco Pump Sales for Adams Pointe irrigation pump (7-0)
• Approved two-year Tyler Technologies software migration contract (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5395 approving corrected Dutch Bros Coffee final plat (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5396 approving school district hold harmless agreement for youth basketball (7-0)

Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board

The board will review financial and facilities reports for the Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) fund. The meeting includes updates on police department goals, projects, and the Chairperson's 2025 goals.

• PSST Financial Report
• PSST Facilities Report
• Public Safety Sales Tax Goals/Projects Update
• Police Department report
• EEOP Report

The Public Safety Citizens' Advisory Board approved the Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST) financial report for September through December 2024, with revenues running over budget for the fiscal year. The board also discussed facility repairs, including a shattered lobby window and HVAC issues, and considered discontinuing the public forum. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 2024 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved PSST financial report for Sept-Dec 2024 (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Blue Springs Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 27, 2025, has been canceled because there is no agenda. No items were proposed or discussed.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a Tommy’s Express Car Wash. The body is also considering a bill to call for a city charter amendment election on April 8, 2025.

• Public hearing for Tommy’s Express Car Wash rezoning and concept plan at 509 NW 7 Highway
• Purchase of four Police Department patrol vehicles for $230,876.00
• Contract for $10,000.00 with Newkirk Novak Construction Partners, Inc. for Public Works Operations Building
• Bill authorizing condemnation proceedings and easement acquisition by Coronado Drive
• Agreement with MoDOT for Purple Heart City signage on Missouri State Route 7 Highway

The City Council approved a rezoning and planned development concept plan for Tommy's Express Car Wash at 509 NW 7 Highway, allowing demolition of the current site and construction of an express car wash. The ordinance passed on second reading with a 5-3 vote, with Mayor Lievsay and Councilmembers Kaylor and Ericson voting no. The council also approved several other items, including a liquor license, vehicle purchases, a construction manager contract, condemnation authority, a charter amendment election, and a Purple Heart signage agreement.

• Approved Consent Agenda including $230,876 purchase of four 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe patrol vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 contract with Newkirk Novak Construction Partners for CMAR preconstruction services (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5391 approving Tommy's Express Car Wash rezoning and planned development (5-3)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5392 authorizing condemnation and easement negotiations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5393 calling April 8, 2025 election for charter amendments (unanimous)
• Failed motion to amend ballot question on Mayor roll call order (2-5)
• Failed motion to add term limits ballot question (2-5)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5394 approving Purple Heart signage agreement with MoDOT (unanimous)

Public Hearing Notice

The provided text is an affidavit of publication from Cypress Media, LLC. It confirms that a legal notice for the City of Blue Springs was published in The Kansas City Star on December 29, 2024.

• Publication of legal notice in The Kansas City Star on 12/29/24
• Payment of $52.06 for the advertisement

Park Commission

The Blue Springs Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve consent agenda items (November minutes and shelter report), receive a program spotlight on the North Pole Trail of Lights, and discuss old business including sales tax project updates and new business on a police activity report. Financial reports for the department are included in the packet for review.

• Approval of consent agenda: November 2024 meeting minutes and shelter report
• Program spotlight: North Pole Trail of Lights presented by Derek Mayden
• Old business: Sales Tax Project updates
• New business: Police activity report
• Finances: Budget report showing $732,718 YTD expenditures for Parks and Recreation

The Blue Springs Parks and Recreation Commission met on January 14, 2025, and unanimously approved the consent agenda. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and updates on the North Pole Trail of Lights, Fieldhouse and Blue Surf Bay, sales tax projects, and police activity. Greg Markway was noted as a future appointee pending City Council approval.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Nick Brummell, seconded by Tony Lopez)

Public Hearing Notice

This is a public hearing notice for a meeting on January 13, 2025. The agenda contains only an affidavit of publication verifying that a legal notice ran in The Kansas City Star on December 29, 2024. No specific ordinances, rezonings, or other substantive items are listed.

• Affidavit of publication for a legal notice in The Kansas City Star on 12/29/24
• Publication cost: $52.06 for one insertion

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed express tunnel-style car wash at 509 NW 7 Hwy. The body will consider a rezoning request, a concept plan, and a preliminary plat for the 0.74-acre site.

• Rezoning of 509 NW 7 Hwy from General Business (GB) to Planned Development – Commercial (PD-C)
• Planned Development Concept Plan (PDC-11-24-9419) for Tommy’s Express Car Wash
• Preliminary Plat (PP-11-24-9420) for one lot on 0.74 +/- acres
• Site Plan Design Review (SPDR-11-24-9421) for Tommy’s Express Car Wash
• Master/Alternative Sign application (ASP-12-24-9431) for Target at 1040 NE Coronado Dr

The Blue Springs Planning Commission held public hearings and recommended approval of the rezoning, planned development concept plan, and preliminary plat for Tommy's Express Car Wash at 509 NW 7 Hwy. The rezoning was recommended 6-2, the concept plan with 3 staff conditions 6-2, and the preliminary plat with 5 staff conditions 6-2. The commission also approved Target's master/alternative sign plan at 140 NE Coronado Dr with 1 staff condition (7-0).

• Recommended approval of rezoning RZ-11-24-9418 for Tommy's Express Car Wash (6-2)
• Recommended approval of planned development concept plan PDC-11-24-9419 with 3 staff conditions (6-2)
• Approved preliminary plat PP-11-24-9420 with 5 staff conditions (6-2)
• Approved master/alternative sign plan ASP-12-24-9431 for Target with 1 staff condition (7-0)

Public Art Commission

The Blue Springs Public Art Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 8, 2025. They will vote on minutes from December, review a financial report, discuss closing the 'Seasons' temporary art exhibit, and conduct phone interviews with four artists for the 2025 temporary art exhibit. Public comment will be taken.

• Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of financial report for Veterans Way Memorial and Public Art funds
• Closure of the 'Seasons' 14th Temporary Public Art Exhibit
• Phone interviews with artists Ben Pierce, Nathan Pierce, Ray Katz, and Tim Adams for the 2025 temporary exhibit
• Visitors/Public Comment period

The commission approved three artists for the 2025 temporary art exhibit 'Wonder' and voted to purchase the 'Family Tree' sculpture for $17,000. The minutes also noted approval of December meeting minutes and a financial report.

• Approved Ben Pierce, Ray Katz, and Tim Adams for the 2025 'Wonder' exhibit (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 'Family Tree' sculpture from Deveren Farley for $17,000 (unanimous)
• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Agendas

The scheduled meeting for January 7, 2025, was postponed due to inclement weather. The agenda included proposed charter amendments for the April 8 election and several city contracts and ordinance changes.

• Proposed contract of $615,021.00 with CAMM Construction, Inc. for Pink Hill Parks Maintenance office demolition and renovation
• Proposed purchase of utility meters and parts up to $300,000 from Schulte Supply, Inc.
• Proposed contract of $283,783.00 with Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker LLC for a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan
• Proposed Task Order #5 with Cochran for $304,190 for South Outer Road watermain improvement
• Proposed ordinance changes regarding seatbelts as a primary offense and possession of defaced firearms

The Blue Springs City Council approved the consent agenda, including contracts for utility meters, park maintenance, and a master plan, and appointed Nick Brummel to fill the vacant District 3 seat. The council adopted four ordinances (Nos. 5386-5389) addressing invalid insurance cards, defaced firearms, seatbelts as a primary offense, and sidewalk easements, plus Ordinance No. 5390 authorizing condemnation for a sewer easement. The council also directed staff to draft ballot language for several charter amendments for the April 2025 election, but rejected proposals on term limits and other items.

• Approved consent agenda including $300,000 utility meter purchase and $615,021 Pink Hill Park contract (unanimous)
• Appointed Nick Brummel to District 3 Council seat (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5386 adding Section 380.145 on invalid insurance cards (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5387 adding Section 220.861 on defaced firearms (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5388 making seatbelt violation a primary offense (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5389 accepting sidewalk easements for CDBG program (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5390 authorizing condemnation for sewer easement at 9304 S. M-7 Hwy (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft ballot language for charter amendments on health department, petition process, residency, and general clarifications (various votes)

Park Commission

The Blue Springs Park Commission meeting originally scheduled for January 7, 2025, is cancelled due to schedule conflicts. The meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 6pm at the Carson Ross Community Recreation Complex (425 NE Mock Ave). No other business is listed.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to January 14, 2025, at Carson Ross Community Recreation Complex