Bonner Springs public meetings in 2023
51 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss a new Unified Development Ordinance and various service agreements. Items include a bid award for a farmers market pavilion, digital sign purchase, and senior center funding.
- Adoption of the Unified Development Ordinance (BSZO-02-23)
- Special Use Permit for outdoor advertising at 14110 Minnesota Avenue
- Award of $164,756 to Sands Construction LLC for Farmers Market Pavilion installation
- Purchase of a digital sign from Young Sign Company for $50,058.13
- Senior Center services contract extension for $8,223
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan during a workshop. The regular meeting includes a bid award for building demolitions and discussions regarding a Fire-EMS regional aid agreement.
- 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan discussion
- Demolition of 820 N. Nettleton Avenue and 13103 Metropolitan Avenue bid award to Remco Demolition, LLC for $28,810
- Fire-EMS Regional Automatic / Mutual Aid Agreement discussion
- Approval of 2024 City Council meeting dates and City holidays
- License renewals for Spa Rapha and Midwest Chiropractic
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request to exceed the maximum allowed square footage for an accessory building. The applicant seeks to build a structure of 1,500 square feet on a lot where the limit is 1,000 square feet.
- Variance request BZA-04-23: exceed maximum accessory building size by 500 square feet at 740 Linda Lane
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider recommending the newly created Unified Development Ordinance to the Governing Body. The commission will also hold a public hearing for a special use permit regarding an outdoor advertising sign at 14110 Minnesota Avenue. Staff recommends approval of both items.
- Recommendation to approve the new Unified Development Ordinance
- Special use permit request for a billboard at 14110 Minnesota Avenue
- Approval of September 19, 2023, meeting minutes
Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee will review the October meeting minutes and discuss updates regarding pool hours. The agenda also includes a presentation on the River Front Area and reports from the Recreation Manager and Cemetery.
- Approval of October meeting minutes
- Discussion of Pool Hours Update
- River Front Area presentation
- Recreation Manager Update
- Cemetery Update
City Council
The Bonner Springs City Council will consider an ordinance regarding the use of ATVs, golf carts, and low-speed vehicles on certain city streets. The agenda also includes a window replacement change order for the Community Center and agreements related to housing funds and police services analysis.
- $29,276 change order for Community Center window replacement
- Ordinance to allow ATVs, golf carts, and low-speed vehicles on certain streets
- Agreement with KHRC for MIH-ARPA funds at 120 Oak
- Resolution to transfer firefighters to the Kansas Police and Fire Retirement System
- Agreement with CPSM for a police services analysis
Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee will review August minutes and discuss the River Front and Center Park Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on pool hours and updates regarding recreation and the cemetery.
- River Front
- Center Park Plan
- Pool Hours
- Cemetery Update
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding the operation of ATVs, golf carts, and low-speed vehicles on certain streets. The council will also review a contract extension for audit services and a final payment for the 2023 Street Resurfacing project.
- Final $98,159.07 payment to McAnany Construction for the 2023 Street Resurfacing project
- Two-year audit contract extension with GordonCPA for $16,295 and $16,785
- Ordinance allowing ATVs, golf carts, and low-speed vehicles on some city streets
- Adoption of the 50th Edition Standard Traffic Ordinance
- Resolution to abate code violations at 209 W Kump Avenue
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting an ordinance for the updated "Vision 2025 and Beyond" Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes a resolution for a fire department aerial truck lease purchase agreement and an ordinance to amend the City Pay Plan.
- Adoption of "Vision 2025 and Beyond" Comprehensive Plan Update
- Resolution for Fire Department Aerial Truck lease purchase agreement with Union Bank and Trust Company
- Ordinance amending the City Pay Plan
- Block party request for S. Nettleton Avenue from Kindred Ave. to Second Street
- Service recognition presentation for Jerry Jarrett
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request for multiple variances at 112-120 Oak Street. The applicant seeks exceptions regarding maximum height, minimum parking requirements, and first floor commercial use within the C-1 Central Business Zoning District.
- Variance request BZA-02-23 for 112-120 Oak Street involving height, parking, and first floor use
- Approval of August 15, 2023, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for the eastern portion of 300 S. 130th Street. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from Agricultural District to Multi-family Residential District. The commission will also review the minutes from the August 15, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing for rezoning 300 S. 130th Street from A-1 to R-3
- Approval of August 15, 2023 meeting minutes
Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss the Center Park Plan to provide a recommendation. The meeting also includes updates from the Recreation Manager and regarding cemetery matters.
- Center Park Plan discussion and recommendation
- Recreation Manager update
- Cemetery update
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding 2023 budget amendments and the 2024 budget. The council will also consider awarding a contract for Community Center window replacements and authorizing a request for proposals for a compensation study.
- Adoption of 2024 Budget with $33,491,210 in budgeted expenditures
- Contract award to Timekey Enterprise, LLC for $127,956 for Community Center window replacement
- Authorization of a Request for Proposal for a Comprehensive Compensation Study
- Update on the Water Meter Upgrade Project
- Public use request approval for Fall Festival 2023
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct an executive session for consultation with an attorney. The agenda consists of procedural motions to enter and resume the open meeting.
- Executive session for consultation with an attorney (K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2))
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The council also plans to schedule public hearings for 2023 budget amendments and the 2024 budget. Other items include a water treatment plant update and a fire department vehicle purchase.
- Public hearing for a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate
- Fire department staff vehicle purchase up to $49,750
- Scheduling of 2023 budget amendment and 2024 budget public hearings
- Water treatment plant update
- Massage therapist license renewal for Helping Hands Therapeutic Massage
Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee will review the July 17, 2023 meeting minutes and discuss the Memorial Bench Program. The agenda also includes a pool season report and an update from the Recreation Manager.
- Approval of July 17, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Memorial Bench Program
- Pool Season Report
- Recreation Manager Update
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two property variance requests. One request involves a front yard setback at 518 N. Nettleton Avenue. Another concerns height, parking, and first floor commercial use for 112-120 Oak Street.
- Front yard setback variance at 518 N. Nettleton Avenue
- Height, parking, and first floor use variances for 112-120 Oak Street
- Approval of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of the updated Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also receive an update on the progress of the Uniform Development Ordinance.
- Public hearing for the adoption of the Vision 2025 and Beyond Comprehensive Plan
- Progress update on the Uniform Development Ordinance (UDO)
- Approval of the July 18, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a budget work session and consider extending a resolution to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for Scannell Properties, LLC (Building 2). The agenda also includes approving quarterly financial reports and various public use requests.
- Extension of intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for Scannell Properties, LLC (Building 2)
- Approval of 2nd Quarter 2023 Financial Reports
- Massage Therapy Business Establishment and Therapist License Renewal for Essential Massage
- Public Use Request for Kobi's Concert
- Public Use Request Amendment for Kobi's Tiblow Days Beer Garten
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing the purchase of an aerial fire truck from Pierce Manufacturing for up to $2.1 million. The agenda also includes adopting updated traffic and public offense ordinances and notifying Atmos of the intent to renegotiate their franchise agreement.
- Authorization of an aerial fire truck purchase not to exceed $2.1 million
- Notification of intent to renegotiate the Atmos franchise agreement
- Adoption of Standard Traffic Ordinance 50th Edition
- Adoption of Uniform Public Offense Code 39th Edition
- Silver Level Recognition presentation for Community For All Ages
Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting
The Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee will discuss the Memorial Bench Program and tree plantings. The meeting also includes a recreation manager update and space for citizen concerns. Specific details regarding these items are not provided in the agenda.
- Memorial Bench Program discussion
- Tree plantings discussion
- Recreation Manager Update
City Council
The City Council will consider a notice of intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate and an update to the Stormwater Master Plan. The agenda also includes gas line relocation on 138th Street, fire equipment purchases, and city pay scale amendments.
- Notice of intent to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate with a hearing set for August 28, 2023
- $495,387.74 agreement with Atmos for gas line relocation on 138th Street
- Purchase of fire-rescue extrication toolset not to exceed $45,000
- $25,000 contract with Engineered Installation Solutions for fitness court installation
- Resolution for an automatic aid agreement between Bonner Springs and Fairmount Township Fire Departments
City Council
The City Council will discuss outdoor dining during a workshop session. The regular meeting includes resolutions regarding the removal of structures at 820 N. Nettleton and 13101-13105 Metropolitan. The council will also consider naming a park and approving a police equipment purchase.
- $94,640.40 Axon Taser 10 purchase agreement
- Removal of structure at 820 N. Nettleton
- Removal of structure at 13101-13105 Metropolitan
- Naming 120 N. Nettleton Ave. as 'Center Park'
- Proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a site and landscape plan for The Fuel House located at 611 W. 2nd Street. The commission will also consider a petition regarding the vacation of an existing alley right of way.
- Site and landscape plan for 611 W. 2nd Street (The Fuel House)
- Alley right of way vacation request (EV-01-23)
- Approval of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss tax levy funds. The discussion includes General, Library, and Debt Service funds.
- Discussion of Tax Levy Funds (General, Library, and Debt Service)
Planning Commission
The Bonner Springs Planning Commission will hold a worksession to review revisions to the 2022-2023 Comprehensive Plan. The session includes a review of the comprehensive plan comparison document. No formal recommendation is scheduled for this meeting.
- Review of 2022-2023 Comprehensive Plan updates and revisions
City Council
The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts and public use requests. This includes a revised construction agreement for Lift Station No. 2 and the purchase of a new code enforcement vehicle. The council will also consider the sale of a city-owned van.
- Revised $650,000 agreement for Lift Station No. 2 construction
- Purchase of a replacement code enforcement vehicle up to $43,000
- Sale of a 2009 Ford E-350 Van for $7,500
- Public use requests for Bonner Blast, Tiblow Trot, and Bayles Block Party
- Supplemental agreement with BG Consultants, Inc. for the Water Treatment Facility Project
Library Board
The Bonner Springs City Library Board will review reports from the Librarian and Friends of the Library. The meeting includes discussions regarding a booster pump, soffits, fiscal policy revisions, and library fundraising.
- Booster Pump discussion
- Soffit maintenance discussion
- Fiscal Policy Revision review
- Library Fundraiser update
- Reports from the Librarian and Friends of the Library
City Council
The council will hold a workshop to discuss the 2024 budget and review several infrastructure contracts. Agenda items include street resurfacing, a new fire department vehicle, and housing program applications. The meeting also includes a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
- $3,860,031 agreement for Lift Station No. 2 construction
- $889,422 bid award for the 2023 Street Resurfacing project
- $197,857 purchase of a pavilion for the Farmers Market Project
- $49,750 purchase of a fire department vehicle
- Moderate Income Housing Program application with Katfish Inc.
Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will discuss ROSA meeting dates and the Memorial Day celebration. The agenda also includes items regarding a new park name and the naming and renaming of city-owned properties.
- Memorial Day Celebration
- New Park Name
- Naming and Renaming of City-Owned Properties
- ROSA Meeting Dates
Planning Commission
The commission will review the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. Members will also consider a petition for an alley vacation, with staff recommending that a public hearing be opened and the item tabled until the next meeting.
- Approval of April 18, 2023, meeting minutes
- Petition EV-01-23 regarding an alley vacation
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request for a sign regulation variance (BZA-01-23). Staff recommends denying the request to maintain residential zoning standards. The board will also review minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting.
- Sign variance request for Jerry Lee Jarrett Life Center (BZA-01-23)
- Approval of November 15, 2022, meeting minutes
Library Board
The Bonner Springs City Library Board will discuss the 2024 budget and a 2023 budget revision. The meeting also includes discussions regarding fiscal policy and credit card processing.
- 2024 Budget
- 2023 Budget Revision
- Fiscal Policy Revision
- Square Credit Card Processing
- Security Cameras
City Council
The council will review the FY 2024 budget outlook and consider several utility projects. Items include approving a $2.5 million loan for the water treatment plant and a $763,200 agreement for water meter endpoints. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding property condemnation resolutions.
- $3,860,031 agreement for Lift Station No. 2 construction
- $2.5 million KDHE loan for the Water Treatment Plant
- $763,200 agreement for water meter endpoints and software
- $34,500 bid award for fitness court concrete pad installation
- Public hearings for condemnation resolutions at 820 N. Nettleton and 13103 Metropolitan
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop regarding 138th Street Roadway Reconstruction and ward redistricting. The regular meeting includes decisions on community center flooring, property naming policies, and fireworks sales dates.
- $45,055 contract with Welch, LLC for Community Center epoxy floors
- Ordinance to expand dates for fireworks sales
- 138th Street Roadway Reconstruction status update
- Policy for naming and renaming city-owned properties
- Ward redistricting discussion
Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting
The Cemetery Advisory Committee will review the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes a question and answer session regarding the consolidation of committees and discussion of Memorial Day celebration plans.
- Approval of March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Question and answer session on committee consolidation
- Memorial Day celebration plans
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to split a parcel at 13901 Archer Road. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding the installation of seven storage containers at 11845 Kaw Drive. A worksession is scheduled to review updates to the Comprehensive Plan.
- Lot split for 13901 Archer Road (LS-01-23)
- Special Use Permit for storage containers at 11845 Kaw Drive (SUP-04-23)
- Review of Comprehensive Plan updates
Library Board
The Bonner Springs City Library Board will meet to review the 2024 budget and a computer replacement project. The agenda also includes discussions on DVD checkout limits and electing board officers.
- Service Policy Revision – DVD Checkout Limit
- Computer Replacement Project
- Election of Library Board Officers
- 2024 Budget
- Security Cameras
City Council
The City Council will consider agreements for Highway K-32 surfacing, including a $27,000 engineering contract with Wilson & Company, Inc. The meeting also includes votes on multiple special use permits and an ordinance to amend accessory building regulations. A workshop session will review police department operations and the 2023 street program.
- KDOT agreement for Highway K-32 surfacing improvements
- $27,000 engineering contract with Wilson & Company, Inc.
- Special use permits for W. Kump Avenue, Shadyside Avenue, and Coronado Road
- Accessory building regulation amendments for AG, A-1, R, and R-S districts
- Establishment of the Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee
City Council
The Council will also discuss property condemnation hearings and a funding agreement with Nettleton Seven Associates, LLC. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on merging advisory boards and updating nuisance policies.
- $28,135 in funding for Drug & Alcohol Advisory Committee programs
- Public hearings for condemnation of 820 N. Nettleton Avenue and 13103 Metropolitan Avenue
- $3,000 agreement for water treatment plant easements at Lake of the Forest
- Final plat approval for Ensign Commercial 3rd Plat
- Policy updates for naming city-owned properties
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss updates to the Bonner Springs Comprehensive Plan during a worksession. The meeting includes requests for duplex construction at 212 W. Kump Ave, 209 Shadyside Avenue, and 224 Coronado Road. Additionally, the commission will review a site plan for 11733 Kaw Drive and zoning amendments regarding accessory building sizes.
- Zoning ordinance amendment for accessory building size restrictions in AG, A-1, R, and R-S districts
- Special Use Permit for duplex construction at 212 W. Kump Ave
- Special Use Permit for duplex construction at 209 Shadyside Avenue
- Special Use Permit for duplex construction at 224 Coronado Road
- Site and landscape plan review for 11733 Kaw Drive
Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting
This meeting agenda is sparse, containing only one item for discussion. The Cemetery Advisory Committee will review goals and plans for 2023.
- Discussion of 2023 goals and plans
City Council
The City Council will consider a $72,924 agreement for easements along K-32 and a $786,964 change order for the Water Treatment Plant Project. The council will also review fund allocations for the Child Care Sustainability Grant.
- $42,400 allocation for the Child Care Sustainability Grant
- $72,924 agreement for permanent and temporary easements along K-32
- $786,964 change order for Water Treatment Plant Project fire flow upgrades
- Proclamation for National Transit Drivers Day
- Wyandotte County Appraiser Valuations Update
Library Board
The Bonner Springs City Library Board will review reports from the Librarian, Wyandotte County Library Board, and Friends of the Library. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a library development grant application and security cameras.
- Library Development Grant Application
- Next Search Catalog & Kansas Library Express Agreements
- Security Cameras
- Library Fundraiser
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is considering two replat requests. One involves Ensign Storage at 399 N. 130th Street, and the other concerns 542 Lake Forest Drive. The meeting also includes a monthly report from the Community Development Director.
- Final Plat for Ensign Storage at 399 N. 130th Street
- Replat for 542 Lake Forest Drive
- Approval of January 17, 2023 meeting minutes
- Community Development Director's monthly report
City Council
The City Council will conduct workshop reviews of 2022 department performance and address several consent agenda items. The meeting also includes a proposal to award a demolition contract for 715 N. 141st Street.
- Demolition bid for 715 N. 141st Street not to exceed $11,850.00
- Challenger Sports 2023 Soccer Camp Agreement
- Public use request for Bonner Springs Farmers' Market
- Approval of 4th Quarter 2022 Financial Reports
- 2022 Department Reviews for Fire/EMS, Library, and others
City Council
The City Council will consider a rezoning request for 720 N. 118th Street and a condemnation hearing for 112-120 Oak. The agenda also includes department reviews and authorization of various grant agreements.
- Rezoning of 720 N. 118th Street to an Industrial District
- Condemnation hearing for 112-120 Oak
- Purchase of SentinelOne cybersecurity platform not to exceed $13,605
- HEAL Grant agreement with Kansas Department of Commerce and 304 Oak, LLC
- MOU for National Recreation and Park Association grant funds
Library Board
The Bonner Springs City Library Board meeting includes reports from the Librarian and Friends of the Library. The agenda also covers community fundraisers and revisions to the Personnel Policy Handbook.
- Library Fundraiser
- Agents of Change Community Fundraiser
- Personnel Policy Handbook Revision – Tips
- Patio Project
City Council
The City Council will consider resolutions to set public hearings regarding potential building condemnations at 820 N. Nettleton Avenue and 13103 Metropolitan Avenue. The council will also review purchases for an excavator, a chipper, and a dump truck. A workshop session is scheduled to discuss real property acquisition.
- Purchase of Kubota KX080 Excavator for $115,700.46
- Purchase of 2023 BC1500 Vermeer chipper for $67,656.21
- Purchase of 2023 Freightliner dump truck for $149,828
- Lexis Nexis User Service Agreement for $4,400
- Public hearings regarding properties at 820 N. Nettleton Avenue and 13103 Metropolitan Avenue
Library Board
The Bonner Springs City Library Board will review reports from the Librarian, Wyandotte County Library Board, and Friends of the Library. The agenda also includes discussions regarding gutter guards and personnel policy handbook revisions.
- Approval of a new hire
- Personnel Policy Handbook revision
- Discussion regarding gutter guards
- Librarian's Report
- Friends of the Library report
City Council
The City Council will consider several financial items, including a tax credit purchase and grant allocations. The agenda also includes code violation appeal hearings and an update on the Unified Development Ordinance.
- $1,663,846.92 bid award for Kansas Rehabilitation Tax Credits
- $195,210 sole source request for plant aerator/mixer unit replacement
- $37,000 allocation of Child Care Sustainability Grant funding
- Operation Green Light agreement extension at $3,200 per year
- Code violation appeal hearings for 820 N. Nettleton Avenue and 13852 Kansas Avenue