Bonner Springs public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Bonner Springs Planning Commission held a worksession to discuss proposed regulations for an Entertainment and/or Amusement (ENT) zoning district. No official action was taken; the session was solely for discussion and staff recommendation for open dialogue. The agenda included no consent minutes or other new business items.

• Discussion of proposed ENT (Entertainment and/or Amusement) Zoning District regulations
• Staff recommended open dialogue on the draft regulations
• No official action taken at this worksession

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use items including a rezoning at 144 N. Nettleton Avenue and a special use permit for 13100 Metropolitan. The agenda also includes a resolution to update the city fee schedule effective January 1, 2025, and various facility maintenance contracts.

• Rezoning of 144 N. Nettleton Avenue
• Special Use Permit for Evergy Monopole at 13100 Metropolitan
• Resolution to adopt the Wyandotte County Emergency Operation Plan and Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Sign repairs and replacements not to exceed $46,880
• Roof repair bid award to Chris Shaver Exteriors not to exceed $98,825

The Bonner Springs City Council unanimously adopted the Wyandotte County Emergency Operation Plan and Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approved a rezoning at 144 N. Nettleton Avenue and a special use permit for an Evergy monopole at 13100 Metropolitan. The council also approved several contracts, including roof repairs up to $98,825 and signage up to $46,880, and adopted the 2025 city fee schedule.

• Adopted Wyandotte County Emergency Operation Plan and Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 144 N. Nettleton Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Evergy monopole at 13100 Metropolitan (unanimous)
• Accepted dedication of right of way and easements for replat at 120 Oak Street (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 city fee schedule effective January 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved signage repairs up to $46,880 from Miller Sign Shoppe (unanimous)
• Awarded roof repair bid to Chris Shaver Exteriors up to $98,825 (unanimous)
• Awarded siding and window repair bid to D&K Quality Exteriors up to $18,880 (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to conduct a budget review and discuss the 2025-2027 Strategic Plan. The agenda includes reports from the Librarian, the Wyandotte County Library Board, and the Friends of the Library.

• Budget review
• NEKLS Accreditation
• Additional December check run
• Happy Hearts donation jar
• 2025-2027 Strategic Plan

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved the NEKLS accreditation application and library development grant, the 2025-2027 Strategic Plan, a second December check run, a donation jar for Happy Hearts, and a painting project. The board also discussed the 2025 Wyandotte County budget allocation and an elevator maintenance contract renewal.

• Approved NEKLS accreditation application and library development grant (motion carried)
• Approved 2025-2027 Strategic Plan (motion carried)
• Approved second December check run to pay invoices from 2024 funds (motion carried)
• Approved donation jar for Happy Hearts Working, Inc. through December (motion carried)
• Approved painting project for meeting room and hallway, total $2,550 (motion carried)
• Accepted consent agenda including November minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving 2024 budget amendments, awarding contracts for sidewalk and waterline improvements, and setting meeting dates for 2025. A public hearing on the budget amendments is also scheduled.

• Approve 2024 Budget Amendments
• Award Sidewalk Improvement Project contract to C.M. Concrete, Inc. ($251,186)
• Award Second Street Waterline Improvement Project Change Order No.1 to Conley Sitework & Utilities, Inc. ($310,995)
• Approve City Council Meeting Dates and Holidays for 2025
• Public Hearing for 2024 Budget Amendments

The Bonner Springs City Council unanimously approved the 2024 budget amendments, reallocated emergency services capital funds for fire department medical and rescue equipment, and awarded contracts for sidewalk improvements and waterline projects. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved 2024 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Authorized reallocation of 2024 emergency services capital funds for fire medical/rescue equipment (unanimous)
• Awarded sidewalk construction contract to C.M. Concrete, Inc. for $251,186 (unanimous)
• Awarded construction management contract for sidewalk project to Wilson & Company, Inc. for $39,500 (unanimous)
• Authorized Change Order No.1 for Second Street Waterline project to Conley Sitework & Utilities, Inc. for $310,995 (unanimous)
• Authorized Supplemental Agreement No.1 with Wilson & Company, Inc. for engineering services for $26,700 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a rezoning request for a property on N. Nettleton Avenue and a special use permit for a communication tower. The body will also consider a replat for The 120 on Oak.

• Rezoning of 144 N. Nettleton Avenue from Mixed-Commercial Use to Mixed-Residential District
• Special Use Permit for Evergy to construct a monopole communication tower
• Replat for The 120 on Oak involving Lots 4, 5, 6, 18, 19, 20 and portions of other lots in Block 6 Tiblow

The Bonner Springs Planning Commission approved a rezoning request (BSRZ-03-24) for Happy Hearts Working, Inc. at 144 N Nettleton Ave, allowing a group home with four apartments for adults with disabilities. The commission also approved a special use permit (SUP-03-24) for an Evergy communications tower and a replat (FP-04-24) for The 120 on Oak. All decisions were made with staff stipulations.

• Approved rezoning BSRZ-03-24 for Happy Hearts Working, Inc. at 144 N Nettleton Ave with staff stipulations
• Approved Special Use Permit SUP-03-24 for Evergy communications tower
• Approved Replat FP-04-24 for The 120 on Oak with staff stipulations

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a monopole communication tower. The board will decide whether to approve, amend, or deny the request to exceed the 120-foot height limit.

• Public hearing for variance BZA-07-24 to allow a communication tower height of 137 +/- feet

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request (BZA-07-24) allowing a monopole communication tower to exceed the 120-foot height limit, with the antenna extending to approximately 136 feet. The approval includes staff stipulations. The public hearing included comments from residents about the tower's appearance and location.

• Approved variance BZA-07-24 for a 136-foot monopole communication tower with staff stipulations (motion by Zeps, second by Clark)

City Council

The Bonner Springs City Council will review a notice of intent from the Kansas Development Finance Authority to issue bonds, with a recommendation to take no action. The council will also consider a motion to adopt a resolution expressing disapproval of affordable housing revenue bonds and financing for the Cornerstone Apartments project. No other agenda items are listed.

• Kansas Development Finance Authority's notice of intent to issue bonds – recommendation: take no action
• Motion to adopt resolution disapproving affordable housing revenue bonds for Cornerstone Apartments project

The Bonner Springs City Council held a special meeting on November 18, 2024. A motion to adopt a resolution disapproving the issuance of affordable housing revenue bonds for the Cornerstone Apartments project failed due to lack of a second. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Motion to disapprove affordable housing revenue bonds for Cornerstone Apartments failed (no second)

Library Board

The Bonner Springs Library Board will review and vote on proposed salary increases for 2025. Other items include a regrading project and capital improvement spending, a garden project, the city pay plan, and policies for meeting rooms and donations. The meeting also covers scheduling for 2025 board meetings and the holiday schedule.

• 2025 Salary Increases – action and recommendation pending
• Regrading Project & 2025 CIP Spending – discussion and recommendation
• Garden Project – discussion and recommendation
• City Pay Plan – discussion and recommendation
• Meeting Room Policy – review and recommendation

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved soliciting bids for a new HVAC system, approved a 3% salary increase for all staff starting January 4, 2025, and approved the 2025 meeting and holiday schedules. The board also approved a donation jar request from Vaughn-Trent, a Christmas outing for staff, and discussed but did not decide on the elevator maintenance contract and garden project.

• Approved solicitation of bids for new HVAC system (motion carried)
• Approved 3% salary increase for all staff effective January 4, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved 2025 Board meeting schedule (motion carried)
• Approved holiday schedule with staff in-service day on October 13 (motion carried)
• Approved keeping library open normal hours on day prior to Juneteenth (motion carried)
• Approved donation jar request from Vaughn-Trent only (motion carried)
• Approved Christmas outing for staff and purchase of two pullovers (motion carried)
• Accepted consent agenda including October minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report (motion carried)

City Council

The council will discuss the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and hear a Waste Management presentation during the workshop. The regular meeting includes a public hearing notice for 2024 budget amendments, consideration of a replat for Bonner Springs Senior Villas, and a resolution to table the Sandstone RHID development agreement amendment until December. Consent items cover minutes, claims, license renewals, financial reports, and senior center trip agreement with Olathe.

• Replat of Tract A of Deerfield Village for Bonner Springs Senior Villas (FP-03-24)
• Resolution to amend Sandstone RHID development agreement tabled to Dec. 16, 2024
• 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan discussion (workshop item, no vote)
• Notice of public hearing for 2024 budget amendments on Nov. 25, 2024
• Intergovernmental service agreement with Olathe for combined senior center trips in 2025

The Bonner Springs City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda, a replat for the Bonner Springs Senior Villas, and a public hearing notice for 2024 budget amendments. The council tabled a resolution to amend the Sandstone Reinvestment Housing Incentive District development agreement until the December 16, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, license renewal, financial reports, and intergovernmental agreements (unanimous)
• Approved replat FP-03-24 for Bonner Springs Senior Villas, accepting right-of-way and easements (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution to amend Sandstone RHID development agreement until Dec. 16, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing notice for 2024 budget amendments, hearing set for Nov. 25, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a sole-source provider for wastewater plant computer system integration. The body will also hold a workshop to discuss a recreation ordinance change and code enforcement processes.

• Approval of Durkin as sole-source provider for wastewater plant computer system integration for $48,730.76
• Workshop discussion on Recreation Ordinance Change Request
• Workshop review of Code Enforcement Process and specific properties including 120 Emerson, 159 Emerson, 506 Lake Forest, 14040 Stillwell, 14110 Sandusky, and 106 N Nettleton
• Veterans' Day Proclamation presentation

The City Council approved Durkin as the sole-source provider for wastewater plant computer system integration for $48,730.76 and approved the consent agenda. The council also held two executive sessions for economic development consultations with an attorney, taking no action upon returning to open session.

• Approved consent agenda including October 14, 2024 meeting minutes and claims for city operations (unanimous)
• Approved Durkin as sole-source provider for wastewater plant computer system integration for $48,730.76 (unanimous)
• Held executive session for consultation with an attorney regarding an economic development project, returning with no action taken
• Held second executive session for consultation with an attorney regarding an economic development project, returning with no action taken

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on a replat for Tract A of Deerfield Village. The body will also consider amendments to the Planning Commission By-Laws.

• Replat of Tract A of Deerfield Village for Bonner Springs Senior Villas (FP-03-24)
• Amendments to the Planning Commission By-Laws

The Bonner Springs Planning Commission approved FP-03-24, a replat of Tract A of Deerfield Village that subdivides the vacant MR-zoned property into two lots to allow a 3-story, 48-unit senior living building on lot one. The developer said the project is a state tax credit deal and will be subsidized housing for ages 55 and older. The item goes to the City Council on November 11, 2024. The Commission also approved amendments to its by-laws, including moving elections to January, a 6:30 p.m. start time, and a 10:30 p.m. meeting end time.

• Approved FP-03-24 replat of Tract A of Deerfield Village, subdividing into 2 MR lots for a 48-unit senior living building (motion passed; no tally recorded)
• Approved minutes of the September 17, 2024 Planning Commission meeting as presented (motion passed; no tally recorded)
• Approved amendments to the Planning Commission by-laws: elections moved to January, 6:30 p.m. start time, order of business adjusted, 10:30 p.m. meeting end time (motion passed; no tally recorded)
• Noted BZA-06-24 variance request remains tabled; applicant asked to move it to a later agenda for health reasons
• Deerfield Village replat forwarded to City Council for November 11, 2024

City Council

The Bonner Springs City Council will consider adopting the 2025 budget for special revenue funds, authorizing the purchase of two police vehicles, and approving industrial revenue bonds for Scannell Properties. The meeting will also include a public hearing on the budget and confirm the appointment of a Municipal Court Judge.

• Adopt 2025 budget for special revenue funds ($799,987)
• Authorize purchase of two police vehicles (up to $65,000)
• Approve industrial revenue bonds for Scannell Properties (Building 3B)
• Confirm appointment of Municipal Court Judge
• Approve payment to KBS Constructors, Inc. (up to $311,819.49)

The council adopted the 2025 budget for additional special revenue funds at $799,987, approved a resolution of intent for industrial revenue bonds for Scannell Properties, and accepted the final plat for Compass 70 Logistic Center. It also authorized purchases and contracts, including two police vehicles and a server project. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Adopted 2025 budget for additional special revenue funds at $799,987 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution of intent for industrial revenue bonds for Scannell Properties, LLC (Building 3B) (unanimous)
• Accepted final plat of Compass 70 Logistic Center (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of two used police vehicles up to $65,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized server project up to $195,233.78 (unanimous)
• Approved payment to KBS Constructors, Inc. up to $311,819.49 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance updating Municipal Court Judge compensation (unanimous)
• Approved waiver from GAAP for financial reporting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Bonner Springs Library Board will meet to conduct a budget review and discuss new business items. The agenda includes a meeting of the Fundraising Committee following the main session.

• City Pay Plan
• Approval of Hire
• GAAP Waiver Resolution
• Write-Off of Old Checks
• Garden Project

The Board approved a resolution to increase Library staff pay retroactively to align with the City's October 1 increase, despite budget overspending. They also approved hiring Makenzie Kaufman for a Library Assistant position, a GAAP waiver resolution, writing off old uncashed checks, and submitting a grant for a garden project.

• Approved resolution to increase Library staff pay retroactively to October 1 (motion carried)
• Approved hire of Makenzie Kaufman as Library Assistant starting October 19, 2024 (motion carried)
• Approved 2024 GAAP waiver resolution (motion carried)
• Approved write-off of uncashed checks totaling $35 (motion carried)
• Approved submission of NEKLS Focus Grant request for $25,000 for garden project (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and a police vehicle purchase. The body will also consider an ordinance to revise the city's base salary structure for 2024 and 2025.

• Construction Related Services agreement with Wilson & Company, LLC for the 138th Street Project for $499,200
• Kansas Avenue Culvert Project change order with Legacy Underground Construction, LLC for $16,598.80
• Purchase of one police department vehicle not to exceed $80,500
• Ordinance revising the City of Bonner Springs Base Salary Structure for 2024 and 2025
• Scheduling of a public hearing for the 2025 Budget - Special Revenue Funds for October 14, 2024

The Bonner Springs City Council unanimously approved several items, including a $499,200 construction services agreement for the 138th Street project, a $16,598.80 change order for the Kansas Avenue culvert project, and a police vehicle purchase not to exceed $80,500. The council also adopted an ordinance revising the base salary structure for 2024-2025 and scheduled a public hearing for the 2025 special revenue funds budget. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $16,598.80 change order for Kansas Avenue culvert project with Legacy Underground Construction LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized $499,200 construction services agreement with Wilson & Company for 138th Street project (unanimous)
• Authorized interface agreement with Huber Associates (Enterpol) for Enterpol-Karpel integration (unanimous)
• Authorized police vehicle purchase up to $80,500 using 2025 CIP funds (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance revising base salary structure for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for 2025 special revenue funds budget on October 14, 2024 (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request to approve a 50-foot double masted pole sign, which staff recommends denying. The board will also discuss a variance request for a single-family dwelling setback, which staff has requested be tabled.

• Public hearing for 50-foot sign height variance (BZA-05-24)
• Staff recommends denial for 50-foot sign height variance
• Variance request for single-family dwelling setback (BZA-06-24)
• Staff requests tabling of single-family dwelling variance
• Approval of August 20, 2024 Board of Zoning Appeals minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request from Quik Trip to build a 50-foot tall double masted pole sign at Speaker Rd and K7, finding the applicant did not establish a hardship. The board also tabled a separate variance request (BZA-06-24) for a single-family dwelling setback at the applicant's request due to utility easement and zoning issues.

• Denied variance BZA-05-24 for 50-foot pole sign at Speaker Rd and K7 (unanimous)
• Tabled variance BZA-06-24 for single-family dwelling setback to next meeting
• Approved minutes from August 20, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a logistics center and a special use permit for contractor garages. The body will decide on the approval of preliminary and final plats for the logistics project and the construction of business workspaces.

• Preliminary Plat for Compass 70 Logistics Center (159.26 +/- acres at 110 S. 110th Street)
• Final Plat for Compass 70 Logistics Center
• Special Use Permit for Erzen Contractor Garages (68 spaces across 6 buildings)

The Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat (PP-02-21) and final plat (FP-02-24) for the Compass 70 Logistics Center, a 159.26-acre development at 110 S. 110th Street. The final plat will go to the City Council on October 14, 2024, for acceptance or rejection. A special use permit for contractor garages was withdrawn by the developer. The commission also discussed an entertainment zoning district and a senior housing project.

• Approved PP-02-21 Preliminary Plat for Compass 70 Logistics Center (motion by Mesmer, second by Perica)
• Approved FP-02-24 Final Plat for Compass 70 Logistics Center (motion by Clark, second by Mesmer)
• Special use permit SUP-03-24 for contractor garages removed by developer, not moving forward
• Tabled BZA item for 1140 S 130th variance request until next meeting

Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting

The Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss park facility updates and upcoming seasonal events. The body will review basketball court improvement requests and sponsorship details for the Cedar Ridge Disc Golf Course.

• Review of basketball court improvement requests and Capital Improvement Plan process
• Sponsorship fees and timeframes for Cedar Ridge Disc Golf Course holes
• Volunteer and sponsor needs for Halloween Story Trail and Candy Cane Lane (12/7/24)
• Bonner Springs Aquatic Park end of season report regarding vending machines and accountability standards
• Discussion on alcohol in parks moved to Council Workshop tentatively scheduled for 10/14/24

Library Board

The Bonner Springs Library Board will review a compensation study and discuss its recommendations. The board will also consider creating an associate position and revising the meeting room policy. A budget review and routine reports will be presented.

• Presentation of Compensation Study
• Compensation Study Recommendations
• Associate Position discussion
• Meeting Room Policy Revision
• Budget Review

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved the promotion of Amy Aldrich from Library Assistant to Library Associate along with an unpaid leave of absence, and updated the library meeting room policy to include study room usage rules. The Board also reviewed the consent agenda, library reports, and current budget standing.

• Approved Consent Agenda including August 8 minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report
• Approved promotion of Amy Aldrich to Library Associate and unpaid leave of absence
• Approved policy addition regarding study room reservations to prevent monopolization

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2025 Budget. The body will also consider a contract for executive search services to fill the city manager position. A workshop is scheduled to review a compensation study.

• Public hearing and vote on 2025 Budgeted Expenditures of $34,536,001
• Vote on 2024 Ad Valorem Tax for the 2025 Budget of $5,198,475
• Contract with Strategic Government Resources for city manager recruitment not to exceed $30,000
• McGrath Compensation Study presentation
• Executive session for consultation with an attorney

The council unanimously adopted the 2025 budget with $34,536,001 in expenditures and a $5,198,475 ad valorem tax levy. It also authorized a contract with Strategic Government Resources for executive search services, not to exceed $30,000, on a 5-4 vote with the mayor casting the tie-breaking vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted 2025 budget of $34,536,001 expenditures and $5,198,475 ad valorem tax (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Strategic Government Resources for city manager search, up to $30,000 (5-4, mayor tie-break)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing for 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Held executive session for attorney consultation; no action taken

City Council

The council will vote on a resolution to levy a property tax rate that exceeds the revenue‑neutral level and will approve several consent‑agenda items, including meeting minutes, city operation claims, a massage therapy business license, a public use request for the 2024 Homecoming Parade, and an amendment to the medical director agreement. The council will also adopt notices and schedule public hearings for proposed 2024 budget amendments and the 2025 budget. A workshop earlier in the evening will review requests for proposals for executive search services.

• Adopt resolution to levy a property tax rate exceeding the revenue‑neutral rate
• Approve public use request for the 2024 Homecoming Parade
• Approve massage therapy business establishment and therapist license for Essential Massage (Debra Fisher)
• Approve amendment to the medical director agreement
• Review RFPs for executive search services (workshop)

The Bonner Springs City Council held a public hearing where residents voiced concerns about tax increases, then voted 5-2 to adopt a resolution to levy a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The council also approved scheduling public hearings for the 2024 budget amendments and the 2025 budget for September 9, 2024. All other agenda items were approved unanimously, including consent agenda items and the executive search RFP review process.

• Adopted resolution to exceed revenue neutral tax rate (5-2, McMahan and Blanks dissenting)
• Approved notice and scheduled public hearing for 2024 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved notice and scheduled public hearing for 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, massage license renewal, parade request, and medical director agreement amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended review committee check references on executive search RFP proposals

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct its annual election for Chair and Vice-chair positions. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting.

• Election of Chair and Vice-chair
• Appointment of Larissa Phillips as Planning Commission Secretary
• Approval of July 16, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting. The commission also held elections to fill its leadership positions. Community Development Director Mark Lee provided updates on current projects.

• Approved July 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Elected Greg Gebauer as Chair
• Elected Paul Zeps as Vice Chair
• Elected Larissa Phillips as Secretary

City Council

The Bonner Springs City Council will consider several ordinances and agreements. Items include adopting a comprehensive‑plan amendment to add the Downtown Masterplan, creating a new zoning district for recreational‑vehicle parks, and approving a supplemental agreement with KDOT for the 138th Street Project. The council will also authorize an internship MOU with USD 204 and purchase IA Pro software for the police department. A motion on ward‑redistricting will also be taken.

• Adopt comprehensive‑plan amendment to incorporate the Bonner Springs Downtown Masterplan (BSCP‑01‑24)
• Amend the Unified Development Ordinance to create a recreational‑vehicle park zoning district (BSZO‑03‑24)
• Approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with KDOT for the 138th Street Project
• Authorize signing a memorandum of understanding with Unified School District 204 for an internship program
• Authorize purchase of IA Pro & BlueTeam software from Verastream for the police department

The City Council unanimously adopted ordinances to incorporate the Bonner Springs Downtown Masterplan into the comprehensive plan and to create a zoning district for recreational vehicle parks. It also approved a KDOT supplemental agreement for the 138th Street Project, authorized an MOU with USD 204 for an internship program, approved police software acquisition, and selected a ward redistricting option. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted comprehensive plan amendment incorporating Downtown Masterplan (unanimous)
• Adopted UDO amendment creating RV park zoning district (unanimous)
• Approved KDOT Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for 138th Street Project (unanimous)
• Authorized MOU with USD 204 for internship program (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Verastream for IA Pro & Blue team software (unanimous)
• Authorized sending Ward Redistricting Option No. 1 to county and state for approval (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to discuss the 2025 budget and conduct a review of the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA). The agenda includes reports on summer reading and a compensation study. A fundraising committee meeting will follow the main session.

• 2025 Budget action item
• CIPA Review action item
• Approval of Hire action item
• Compensation Study
• Summer Reading Report

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved the 2025 budget, which includes increases in city and county tax revenue and personnel wages, and a mill levy increase. The board also approved hiring Claudia Giacone as Farmers' Market Coordinator and made an exception to the Patron Confidentiality Policy to allow a monitored ballot box on Library property. The board reviewed and approved the CIPA/KS-CIPA policy without changes.

• Approved 2025 budget with adjustments (motion carried)
• Approved hire of Claudia Giacone as Farmers' Market Coordinator (motion carried)
• Made exception to Patron Confidentiality Policy for ballot box monitoring (motion carried)
• Approved CIPA/KS-CIPA policy review (motion carried)
• Accepted consent agenda (motion carried)

City Council

The Bonner Springs City Council will hold a budget workshop on special revenue, enterprise funds, and multi-year capital plans, followed by a regular meeting. The council will consider consent items including minutes, claims, a public use request for Tiblow Days, and a resolution supporting renaming Wyandotte County Park. New business includes awarding a waterline project and approving an ARPA funding agreement, plus an executive session on personnel matters.

• Bid award for Second Street Water Line Improvement to Conley Sitework & Utilities, Inc. for $989,005
• Agreement with Unified Government of Wyandotte County for $1.3 million in ARPA grant funding
• Resolution of support for renaming Wyandotte County Park
• Public use request for Tiblow Days
• Executive session for non-elected personnel matters and interim city manager employment agreement

The City Council awarded the Second Street Water Line Improvement project to Conley Sitework & Utilities, Inc. for $989,005, contingent on Wyandotte County ARPA funding, and approved an agreement with the Unified Government for access to $1.3 million in ARPA grant funds. The council also approved an employment agreement for an interim city manager after an executive session. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded Second Street Water Line Improvement project to Conley Sitework & Utilities, Inc. for $989,005 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Unified Government of Wyandotte County for $1.3 million in ARPA grant funding (unanimous)
• Approved employment agreement for interim city manager and authorized mayor to execute (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, Tiblow Days public use request, and resolution supporting park rename (unanimous, Blanks abstained)

Planning Commission

The Bonner Springs Planning Commission will hold three public hearings: adopting the Downtown Masterplan into the comprehensive plan, amending the Future Land Use Map for 720 N. 118th Street to mixed use, and creating a new Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park zoning district. They will also approve minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting. Staff recommends approval for all items.

• Public hearing on adopting the Bonner Springs Downtown Masterplan as an amendment to the Vision 2025 and Beyond Comprehensive Plan (BSCP-01-24)
• Public hearing on amending the Future Land Use Map for 720 N. 118th Street to mixed use (BSCP-02-24)
• Public hearing on creating a new Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park zoning district with design guidelines (BSZO-03-24)
• Approval of minutes from June 25, 2024 meeting

The Planning Commission approved an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to adopt the Bonner Springs Downtown Masterplan. The board also approved a Future Land Use Map amendment for 720 N. 118th Street and created a new zoning district for Recreational Vehicle (RV) Parks.

• Approved adoption of Bonner Springs Downtown Masterplan as Comprehensive Plan amendment BSCP-01-24 (7-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment BSCP-02-24 to the Future Land Use Map for 720 N. 118th Street (7-0)
• Approved Unified Development Ordinance BSZO-03-24 creating a Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park Zoning District (7-0)
• Approved minutes from June 25, 2024 meeting

Library Board

The Library Board will conduct a budget review and discuss the 2025 budget. The meeting also includes a review of the Computer & Internet Use Policy and discussion regarding uncashed checks.

• Budget Review
• Review of 2025 Budget
• Review of Computer & Internet Use Policy
• Uncashed Checks
• NEKLS Accreditation

The Board approved an increase to the Library's mill levy and re-approved the Computer and Internet Use Policy. The Board also authorized the reissue of two uncashed checks and tabled a decision on the storage of high school class pictures.

• Increased Library mill levy to 3.598 (Approved)
• Approved Computer and Internet Use Policy as written (Approved)
• Approved reissue of check No. 13308 for $85.00 and No. 14131 for $45.00 (Approved)
• Accepted Consent Agenda including June 13 minutes and Treasurer's Report (Approved)
• Tabled discussion on removal of high school class pictures (Tabled)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Downtown Master Plan and a budget workshop covering several funds. Action items include a public hearing for The 120 on Oak apartments and various Unified Development Ordinance amendments.

• Public hearing and development agreement for The 120 on Oak Apartments RHID
• MIH-ARPA Grant Developer Agreement for The 120 on Oak Apartments
• Resolution of Intent to Issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for The 120 on Oak Apartments
• Memorandum of Understanding with Wyandotte Behavioral Health Network for 988 Services
• School Resource Officer Agreement with USD 204

The City Council approved a contract for 138th Street improvements and established a reinvestment housing incentive district for The 120 on Oak Apartments. The council also amended the Unified Development Ordinance and authorized a contract for a School Resource Officer with USD 204.

• Approved $1,190,000 contract for 138th Street improvements (Unanimous)
• Established Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for The 120 on Oak Apartments (Unanimous)
• Approved Industrial Revenue Bonds for sales tax exemption for The 120 on Oak Apartments (Unanimous)
• Approved Developer Agreement for MIH-ARPA Grant for The 120 on Oak Apartments (Outcome not specified)
• Authorized MOU with Wyandotte Behavioral Health Network for 988 Services (Unanimous)
• Authorized School Resource Officer contract with USD 204 (Unanimous)
• Approved UDO amendments for residential accessory structure size limits (Unanimous)
• Authorized intent to exceed Revenue Neutral Rate and set public hearing for Aug 26 (7-1)

Band Commission

The Commission will discuss a potential shared concert with the 35th Infantry Band of Kansas. Members will also work on a plan for remaining 2024 budget expenditures.

• Discussion of July 18th concert sharing with the 35th Infantry Band of Kansas
• Planning for remaining 2024 budget expenditures

The Band Commission discussed a joint concert with the 35th Infantry on July 18 and agreed Damian would submit a formal request while Justine provides parking and park layout information. On the 2024 budget, the group decided to continue with 18 pizzas and water for volunteers, and after debate declined to eliminate the DQ gift cards. Damian reported timpani wheels need replacing and Public Works will be asked to address it. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM.

• Agreed to pursue joint July 18 concert with 35th Infantry; Damian to submit formal request, Justine to provide parking and overhead park view
• Decided to continue with 18 pizzas and water for volunteers this year
• Proposal to eliminate DQ gift cards for volunteers was not adopted after discussion
• Public Works to be asked to replace timpani wheels
• Adjourned at 7:30 PM

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. These include regulations on accessory building sizes and updates to the Table of Uses.

• Public hearing for BSZO-01-24: regulating accessory building sizes
• Public hearing for BSZO-02-24: amendments to the approved Table of Uses
• Presentation on Planning Sustainable Places

The Bonner Springs Planning Commission approved two amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance: BSZO-01-24, regulating the size of accessory buildings in certain zoning districts, and BSZO-02-24, amending the approved Table of Uses. Both were approved after public hearings, with BSZO-01-24 approved as corrected. The Commission also received a presentation on the Bonner Springs Downtown Master Plan and heard a staff report on various development topics. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved minutes of the April 16, 2024, Planning Commission meeting
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Amendment BSZO-01-24 regulating accessory building size in certain zoning districts, as corrected
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Amendment BSZO-02-24 amending the approved Table of Uses

City Council

The City Council will meet for a workshop on code updates followed by a regular meeting. Key items include a design contract for the Library Patio Improvements and a fire protection mutual aid agreement with the City of Lawrence.

• Library Patio Improvements engineer's design contract with Wilson and Company up to $32,900
• Mutual aid agreement between the City of Lawrence and the City of Bonner Springs for fire and emergency services
• Acceptance of Old Dominion Freight Lines public improvements
• Acceptance of Riverview Avenue public improvements contingent on a maintenance bond
• Amendments to industrial revenue bonds and property tax abatement for Scannell Properties, LLC (Building 3 and 3A)

The Bonner Springs City Council approved two resolutions amending prior resolutions of intent to issue industrial revenue bonds and property tax abatement for Scannell Properties, LLC (Buildings 3 and 3A). It also approved a $32,900 engineer's design contract with Wilson and Company for Library Patio Improvements, a mutual aid agreement with the City of Lawrence for fire and emergency services, and acceptance of the Old Dominion Freight Lines and Riverview Avenue public improvements. A block party public use request was approved after being pulled from the consent agenda. The council held two executive sessions for attorney consultation and took no action afterward.

• Approved consent agenda items 1, 2 and 4 (unanimous)
• Approved Public Use Request - Block Party - Brown (unanimous)
• Approved engineer's design contract for Library Patio Improvements with Wilson and Company, not to exceed $32,900 (unanimous)
• Approved mutual aid agreement with City of Lawrence for fire protection and emergency services (unanimous)
• Accepted Old Dominion Freight Lines public improvements (unanimous)
• Accepted Riverview Avenue public improvements, contingent on a two-year maintenance bond at 125% of project cost (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution amending Resolution No. 2024-01 for Scannell Properties, LLC (Building 3) industrial revenue bonds and tax abatement (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution amending Resolution No. 2024-02 for Scannell Properties, LLC (Building 3A) industrial revenue bonds and tax abatement (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss several new business items and updates to old business. Discussions include the 2025 budget revisions and building maintenance issues.

• 2025 Budget update and revision
• Roof leak discussion
• Parking lot lights discussion
• Jester Frost (Art) item
• Monarch Butterflies item

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved a minimum request of a 4.34% increase in City tax revenue while holding the mill levy at its present level, citing a large property-insurance increase and a minor custodial-services adjustment. The Board also amended its personnel policy so that FMLA leave is no longer at the Board's discretion, approved a temporary cellophane art installation by local artist Jester Frost, approved an LED floodlight for the Allcutt parking lot, and voted to return all high school class photos stored in the storm shelter to USD 204. The Board approved its consent agenda (May 9 minutes, invoices and supplemental checks from May 9 through June 13, and the June 13 treasurer's report) and set June 28 committee meetings.

• Approved consent agenda: May 9, 2024 minutes, invoices/supplemental checks May 9–June 13, and June 13 treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Amended personnel policy so all leave-without-pay requests go to the Director and, except FMLA leave, remain at Board discretion (motion passed)
• Approved temporary cellophane art installation by Jester Frost on Library grounds (motion passed)
• Approved minimum request of 4.34% increase in City tax revenue and holding the mill levy at present level (motion carried)
• Approved installation of an LED floodlight in the Allcutt parking lot (motion carried)
• Untabled the issue of relocating high school class pictures from the storm shelter (motion carried)
• Approved returning all class photos in the storm shelter to USD 204 (motion carried)
• Set June 28 committee meetings: Fundraising 6:00–7:00 p.m. and Strategic Planning 7:00–8:00 p.m. at Ten and Two Coffee Shop, 611 W. 2nd Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding the FY 2025 financial outlook. The regular meeting includes a vote on a telecommunications franchise agreement and an insurance claim for Sterling Screen Printing.

• FY 2025 Budget Workshop - Financial Outlook
• Kansas Fiber Network Franchise Agreement for local telecommunications service
• Insurance claim processing for Sterling Screen Printing facilities repair
• Public Use Request - Bonner Blast
• Public Use Request - Block Party - Bayles

The City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda covering several operational items and franchise agreements. The council also held an executive session regarding personnel matters, though no action was taken.

• Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved claims for City Operation (Unanimous)
• Approved Kansas Fiber Network Franchise Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved processing insurance claim for Sterling Screen Printing (Unanimous)
• Approved public use request for Bonner Blast (Unanimous)
• Approved public use request for Bayles block party (Unanimous)
• Entered executive session for non-elected personnel matters; no action taken (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a street resurfacing change order and the sale of a fire engine. The meeting also includes a resolution to set a public hearing for a housing incentive district.

• Sale of 2005 Pierce Arrow Fire Engine to Brindley Mountain Fire Apparatus for $90,000
• 2024 Street Resurfacing Change Order Request No. 1 with Phillips Paving Company Inc. for $78,726.22
• Resolution to set a public hearing for The 120 on Oak Apartments Reinvestment Housing Incentive District
• Approval of City Council Invocation Policy
• Revised public use request for Kobi's Bike Rally

The City Council scheduled a public hearing for July 8, 2024, regarding the establishment of The 120 on Oak Apartments Reinvestment Housing Incentive District. Council approved a revised public use request for Kobi's Bike Rally and rejected a proposed policy on City Council Invocations.

• Approved revised public use request for Kobi's Bike Rally (Unanimous)
• Denied Governing Body Policy - City Council Invocations (4-2)
• Adopted resolution to set July 8, 2024 public hearing for The 120 on Oak Apartments Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (Unanimous)
• Approved May 13, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved claims for City Operations (Unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2005 Pierce Arrow Fire Engine (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider revisions to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding size limitations for residential accessory structures. Discussion also includes creating a new Recreational Vehicle (RV) Parks zoning district and updating the Table of Uses.

• Revisions to residential accessory structure size limitations
• Creation of a new Recreational Vehicle (RV) Parks zoning district
• Proposed changes to the Unified Development Ordinance Table of Uses

Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will review minutes from March and April meetings and consider a $50 donation to the VFW. Members will also receive reports on cemetery projects, recreation programs, and the Garden-Bed-Ensemble.

• $50 donation to the VFW
• Update on Cemetery Projects
• Update on Recreation Projects (Garden-Bed-Ensemble)
• Update on Recreation Programs

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several new business items including the 2023 Audit and a resolution for a new housing incentive district. The agenda also includes requests for demolition payments, equipment purchases, and changes to local parking regulations.

• Acceptance of the 2023 Audit
• Resolution to set a public hearing for The 120 on Oak Apartments Reinvestment Housing Incentive District
• Acceptance of final plat for Sandstone Townhomes
• Payment of $34,110 to Remco for demolition at Nettleton and Metropolitan
• Purchase of a Towmaster trailer from K.C. Bobcat for $36,557.80

The City Council approved a $34,110 payment for the demolition of condemned structures and the purchase of a new Towmaster trailer. Council also adopted an ordinance to restrict parking on certain streets and scheduled a public hearing for a housing incentive district.

• Approved $34,110 payment to Remco for demolition at Nettleton and Metropolitan (7-2)
• Approved $36,557.80 purchase of a Towmaster trailer from K.C. Bobcat (Unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance to amend Local Traffic Control Regulations to restrict parking on certain streets (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to set June 17 public hearing for The 120 on Oak Apartments Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (Unanimous)
• Accepted 2023 Audit (Unanimous)
• Accepted final plat for Sandstone Townhomes (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including April 24 minutes and City Operation claims (Unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to discuss the 2025 operating budget and elect new officers. The agenda also includes discussions on patron services policy, landscaping, and staff duties.

• 2025 Operating Budget discussion
• Election of Officers
• Formation of Committees
• Patron Services Policy revision
• High School Pictures, Landscaping, and Staff Custodial Duties

The Bonner Springs Library Board voted to approve a 5% budget increase request to the Wyandotte County Library Board, and elected a new slate of officers after a memo challenged the April nominations. The Board also amended the Patron Services Policy to cover a 'Library of Things' collection, formed three committees, and agreed to pay for staff chair massages. The High School class pictures item was tabled until June, and no action was taken on the landscaping discussion.

• Approved 5% budget increase request to Wyandotte County Library Board (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda: April 11 minutes, invoices, and May 9 treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Elected John as Chairman, Jeff as Vice-President, Hortencia as Treasurer, Susan as Secretary (each nomination passed)
• Approved formation of three committees: strategic planning, patio project, 2025 fundraiser (motion passed)
• Amended Patron Services Policy for Library of Things checkout limits, loan periods, renewals, and fines (motion carried)
• Tabled High School class pictures request until June meeting (motion carried)
• Approved paying for staff chair massages before June 1 (motion carried)
• No action taken on landscaping discussion

City Council

The City Council will review several bid awards including a street resurfacing project and wastewater equipment. The meeting also includes proclamations for National Drinking Water Week, National Municipal Clerk Week, and Arbor Day.

• $771,069.66 bid award for the 2024 Street Resurfacing Project to Phillips Paving
• $203,000 bid award for UV disinfection equipment replacement from Veolia Water Technologies Treatment Solutions
• $70,000 sale of a 2005 E-Bronto Skylift Aerial Truck to Leavenworth Country Fire District 2
• $13,000 funding recommendation for Substance Abuse Programs
• $200 bid award for Lions Park concession stand operation by Bonner Springs Girls Wrestling

The Bonner Springs City Council approved several spending items on April 22, 2024, including a $771,069.66 bid to Phillips Paving for the 2024 Street Resurfacing Project and $203,000 to Veolia Water Technologies for UV disinfection equipment at the wastewater treatment plant. The council also approved $13,000 for substance abuse programs, the $70,000 sale of a 2005 aerial truck to Leavenworth Country Fire District 2, and a $200 bid from Bonner Springs Girls Wrestling to run the Lions Park concession stand. All votes were unanimous. A resident asked the council to reinstate a public invocation before meetings; no action was taken on that request.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, claims, 1st Quarter 2024 financial reports) (unanimous)
• Approved $13,000 for substance abuse programs as recommended by the Drug and Alcohol Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2005 E-Bronto Skylift aerial truck to Leavenworth Country Fire District 2 for $70,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $203,000 bid from Veolia Water Technologies Treatment Solutions for UV disinfection equipment at the wastewater treatment plant (unanimous)
• Approved $771,069.66 bid to Phillips Paving for the 2024 Street Resurfacing Project (unanimous)
• Approved $200 bid from Bonner Springs Girls Wrestling to operate the Lions Park concession stand (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m. (moved by Reeves, seconded by Shannon)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a public hearing regarding a variance request. The request seeks to allow the construction of a detached garage within the required yard setback.

• Public hearing for variance BZA-03-24 at 401 Lake Forest Dr
• Variance request for a detached garage within required yard setback
• Approval of March 19, 2024, meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved variance request BZA-03-24, allowing the construction of a detached garage within the required yard setback. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including March 19 minutes
• Opened public hearing for variance BZA-03-24 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for variance BZA-03-24 (unanimous)
• Approved variance BZA-03-24 for detached garage in setback (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:11 PM

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the final plat for the Sandstone Townhomes project. Staff recommends approval of the plat with specific stipulations.

• Final Plat - Sandstone Townhomes (FP-02-24)

The Bonner Springs Planning Commission approved the final plat for Sandstone Townhomes (FP-02-24) with a correction to a lot number, following a motion by Mesmer and second by Zeps. The commission also approved the March 19, 2024 minutes with a spelling correction. In the Community Development Director's report, staff noted upcoming items on short-term rental regulations and changes to the Uniform Development Ordinance for accessory building sizes and uses, and mentioned that the Mattel theme park area by Epic Resorts was approved for a Star Bond District. No vote was recorded on those report items.

• Approved final plat for Sandstone Townhomes (FP-02-24) with correction to lot number (Mesmer moved, Zeps seconded)
• Approved March 19, 2024 minutes with Commissioner Cruse's name spelled correctly (Zeps moved, Clark seconded)

Library Board

The Bonner Springs City Library Board will meet on April 11, 2024. The agenda includes an initial look at the 2025 operating budget and the election of officers. The board will also discuss revisions to the Patron Services Policy.

• Election of Officers
• First look at 2025 Operating Budget
• Patron Services Policy revision
• 2025 Capital Improvement Budget discussion
• Strategic Plan Committee update

The Board approved a revised 2025 Capital Improvement Project budget and authorized a one-year custodial services contract. Updates were made to the Patron Services Policy, and a slate of officers was nominated for installation in May.

• Approved consent agenda including March 14 minutes and treasurer's report
• Nominated John Mackey (President), Jeff Harrington (Vice-President), Hortencia Dominguez (Treasurer), and Susan Berry (Secretary)
• Approved revisions to Patron Services Policy regarding visual materials labeling, equipment loans, holidays, and interlibrary loans
• Approved revised 2025 CIP Budget including $4,800 for laptops and $7,500 for a phone system
• Approved $4,900 for staining and soffit repair
• Approved one-year contract with the lowest-bid custodial service company

City Council

The City Council will consider establishing a STAR Bond Project District at State Avenue and North 118th Street. Other items include an ambulance purchase, several special use permits, and a mowing services contract.

• Public hearing and ordinance for a STAR Bond District at State Avenue and North 118th Street
• Authorization to purchase a Type 1 Ambulance not to exceed $395,000
• Rezoning of 13230 Riverview Avenue from Rural Residential to General Residential
• Special Use Permit for a digital display on an Ad Trend, Inc. billboard
• Special Use Permit for camping during the Country Stamping music festival

The City Council approved the creation of a STAR Bond Project District and authorized the purchase of a new ambulance. Other actions included approving a rezoning request, two special use permits, and a mowing services contract.

• Established STAR Bond Project District at 118th and State Avenue (Unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Type 1 ambulance not to exceed $395,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of portion of 13230 Riverview Avenue from RR to GR (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit SUP-02-24 for Ad Trend, Inc. digital billboard (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit SUP-01-24 for Country Stampede camping (Unanimous)
• Amended Code of Ordinances to extend camping permits to 72 hours (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2024 Annual Mowing Services bid to Lawn Force for estimated $58,175 (Unanimous)
• Approved public use requests for Farmers' Market, Makers' Fair, Evenings on Oak, and Kobi's Bike Rally

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding industrial revenue bonds for the BSV, LP senior housing project. The agenda also includes updates to the city's purchasing policy and an equipment bid award.

• Public hearing for Industrial Revenue Bonds for BSV, LP Senior Housing Project
• $116,800 bid award for Firefighter Protective Equipment from Conrad Fire Equipment
• Updates to the City's purchasing policy (GB-19-01R)
• Request to close portions of 138th Street for City-Wide Clean Up
• Election of Council President and Mayor Pro-Tem

The City Council adopted a resolution of intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for the first phase of the BSV, LP senior housing project. Council also authorized a letter of support for the project's tax credit application and approved a $116,800 purchase for firefighter protective equipment.

• Adopted Resolution of Intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for BSV, LP senior housing project (Unanimous)
• Approved Mayor to sign letter of support for Bonner Springs Senior Housing Villas tax credit application (Unanimous)
• Approved updated purchasing policy GB-19-01R (Unanimous)
• Authorized $116,800 purchase of Firefighter Protective Equipment from Conrad Fire Equipment (Unanimous)
• Elected Rodger Shannon as Council President (Unanimous)
• Elected Mark Kipp as Mayor Pro-Tem (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including March 11 minutes and City Operation claims (Unanimous)

General

The Band Commission will hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary positions. The commission will also discuss the 2024 season schedule and consider recommendations for the 2025 budget.

• Elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion of 2024 Band Schedule
• Selection of City Band Director and Assistant Director
• Recommendation for the 2025 budget

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding variance requests for the property at 112-120 Oak Street. The request seeks to reduce landscaping requirements for parking lots, buffers, and dumpster screening. Staff recommends approval of all six requested variances.

• Variance requests for landscape reductions at 112-120 Oak Street
• Approval of November 21, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a request for overnight camping during a multi-day music festival at the Azura Amphitheater site. Also on the agenda are a rezoning request for 13230 Riverview Avenue and an amendment to allow a digital billboard on Minnesota Avenue.

• Rezoning of 13230 Riverview Avenue from RR to GR
• Overnight camping permit for Country Stampede at Azura Amphitheater
• Digital billboard amendment at 14110 Minnesota Avenue
• Appointment of Larissa Phillips as Planning Commission Secretary

Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss activity planning for the Memorial Day Celebration at the cemetery. Members will also receive updates on cemetery projects, recreation projects, and recreation programs.

• Memorial Day Celebration planning
• Memorials in public spaces discussion
• Cemetery projects update
• Recreation projects update
• Recreation programs update

Library Board

The Bonner Springs City Library Board will review reports from the Librarian and building contractor Mark McMahan. New business items include a catalog automation service agreement and a partnership with K-State Research and Extension.

• 2024 Next Search Catalog Automation Service Participation Agreement
• K-State Research and Extension Partnership
• Family Conservancy MOU
• Disposal of furniture
• Discussion regarding an awning

The Board decided to allocate Capital Improvement Project (CIP) funds to correct flooding issues. They also approved a partnership with K-State Research and Extension and renewed the Search Catalog Automation Service agreement.

• Approved allocation of CIP funds to correct flooding issues
• Approved partnership with K-State Research and Extension
• Approved 2024 Search Catalog Automation Service Participation Agreement
• Recommended Jeff Harrington to fill a board vacancy
• Approved consent agenda including February 8 minutes and Treasurer's Report
• Discouraged entering into an MOU with the Family Conservancy
• No objections to removing vendor restrictions for Farmers’ Market Coordinator

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning a lot at 300 S. 129th Street from rural residential to general commercial. The agenda also includes the swearing-in of Fire Department personnel and discussion of the 2024 Street Preservation Program.

• Rezoning request for QuikTrip Corp. at 300 S. 129th Street
• Final plat acceptance for Old Dominion Freight Lines
• Swearing-in of Fire Department personnel
• Approval of 2023 4th Quarter Financial Reports

The City Council approved a rezoning request for QuikTrip Corp. and accepted the dedication of easements for Old Dominion Freight Lines. The council also approved the consent agenda and swore in several Fire Department personnel.

• Approved rezoning of 300 S. 129th Street from Rural Residential to General Commercial for QuikTrip Corp. (Unanimous)
• Accepted dedication of easements and right-of-way for Final Plat FP-01-24 - Old Dominion (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including February 26 minutes, city operation claims, and 2023 4th Quarter Financial Reports (Unanimous)
• Approved Massage Therapy License Renewal for Jing Zhang (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Boards and Commission (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding industrial revenue bonds and property tax abatements for Scannell Properties, LLC (Building 3 and 3A). The council will also act to set a public hearing for the 118th & State STAR Bond District.

• Public hearing and resolution of intent for Industrial Revenue Bonds for Scannell Properties, LLC (Building 3)
• Public hearing and resolution of intent for Industrial Revenue Bonds for Scannell Properties, LLC (Building 3A)
• Resolution to set a public hearing for the 118th & State STAR Bond District
• Funding agreement with EMAP KC, LLC for the 118th & State STAR Bond District

The City Council unanimously adopted resolutions to issue industrial revenue bonds and provide property tax abatement for Scannell Properties, LLC for Buildings 3 and 3A. They also authorized a funding agreement for the 118th & State STAR Bond District and set a public hearing for April 8, 2024, to establish that district. The consent agenda, including February 12 minutes and operational claims, was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including Feb 12 minutes and claims (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-01 for IRBs and tax abatement for Scannell Properties Building 3 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-02 for IRBs and tax abatement for Scannell Properties Building 3A (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-03 setting public hearing for 118th & State STAR Bond District on April 8 (Unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute funding agreement for EMAP KC, LLC for STAR Bond District

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider preliminary and final plats for Old Dominion Freight Lines at 12900 Speaker Road. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for 300 S. 129th Street.

• Preliminary Plat PP-01-24 at 12900 Speaker Road
• Final Plat FP-01-24 at 12900 Speaker Road
• Rezoning BSRZ-02-23 for 300 S. 129th St
• Site and Landscape Plan ST-03-23 for QuikTrip at 300 S. 129th Street

The Bonner Springs Planning Commission approved the Old Dominion Freight Lines preliminary and final plats at 12900 Speaker Road, each on 7-0 votes with staff recommendations and stipulations. The Commission also approved a rezoning from Rural Residential to General Commercial for 300 S. 129th Street, where QuikTrip plans a second location, on a 7-0 vote after a public hearing with no public comment. The Commission reviewed its 2024 meeting calendar and received a staff report on the new Unified Development Ordinance and upcoming March items.

• Approved Old Dominion Freight Lines Preliminary Plat PP-01-24 at 12900 Speaker Road with staff recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Old Dominion Freight Lines Final Plat FP-01-24 at 12900 Speaker Road with staff stipulations (7-0)
• Approved rezoning BSRZ-02-23 from RR to GC for 300 S. 129th Street with staff recommendations (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 21, 2023 Planning Commission meeting on consent agenda (7-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing on the 300 S. 129th Street rezoning; no public comment offered
• Reviewed 2024 Planning Commission meeting calendar; June date changed due to staff conflict

City Council

The City Council will administer an oath of office to Dani Gurley and consider several ordinances. Discussion includes a new medical director agreement and the establishment of a common consumption area.

• Oath of Office for newly appointed Councilmember Dani Gurley
• Medical Director contract with Kansas University Physicians, Inc.
• Ordinance to amend the City Council Code of Procedures
• Ordinance to establish a common consumption area in Bonner Springs

The City Council adopted ordinances to establish a common consumption area and update the City Council Code of Procedures. The Council also authorized a contract for Medical Director services and approved the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda including Jan 22 minutes, city operation claims, and board appointments (Unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to sign Medical Director services agreement with Kansas University Physicians, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2564 to update City Council Code of Procedures (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2565 to establish a common consumption area (7-1)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to discuss new business including a development grant application and community safety sponsorship. The agenda also includes discussions regarding board membership, signage concerning pets, and capital improvement spending.

• 2024 Library Development Grant Application
• Tribute to former board member John Walker
• Community Safety Night Sponsorship
• Signage Concerning Pets
• Capital Improvement Spending

The Board approved the 2024 Library Development Grant application and a $100 sponsorship for a Community Safety Night. Members also authorized a high school fundraiser jar for February and decided to postpone a fundraising event until 2025.

• Approved 2024 Library Development Grant Application
• Approved $100 sponsorship for Community Safety Night
• Approved placement of Agents of Change fundraising jar for February
• Approved Consent Agenda including January 11 minutes and treasurer's report
• Decided to postpone community fundraiser until 2025
• Declined to un-table Capital Improvement Spending discussion pending engineer report
• Tabled recommendation for Board membership vacancy until March meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider contracts for Community Center gym flooring and a new rubber tire loader. The agenda also includes appointing a new member to the vacant Ward II council position.

• $117,405 contract for Community Center gym flooring with Regents Flooring
• $239,899.54 purchase of a Sany SW405 Rubber Tire Loader from State Tractor & Equipment
• Appointment to the vacant Ward II Councilmember position

The City Council appointed Dani Gurley to a vacant council seat and authorized two contracts for city improvements and equipment. The council also approved the consent agenda including city operation claims.

• Appointed Dani Gurley to vacant Councilmember Ward II position (Unanimous)
• Authorized $117,405 agreement with Regents Flooring for Community Center flooring (Unanimous)
• Authorized $239,899.54 purchase of Sany SW405 Rubber Tire Loader from State Tractor & Equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including January 8, 2023 minutes and claims for City Operations (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will swear in the new Mayor and a Councilmember, as well as two police officers. The council is also considering several construction contracts for local infrastructure improvements.

• Award bid for Kansas Avenue Culvert Project to Legacy Underground Construction for $475,540
• Authorize Wilson & Company, Inc. for Kansas Avenue Culvert services for $42,550
• Award bid for Highway 32/Kump Paving Project to J.M. Fahey Construction Company for $382,755.85
• Authorize Wilson & Company, Inc. for Second Street Waterline Project contract for $56,100
• Authorize Wilson & Company, Inc. for Sidewalk Improvement Projects design contract for $50,000

The City Council approved several contracts for culvert, paving, waterline, and sidewalk projects. The meeting also included the swearing-in of newly elected city officials and new police officers.

• Approved $475,540 bid for Kansas Avenue Culvert Project to Legacy Underground Construction (Unanimous)
• Approved $42,550 consultant agreement with Wilson & Company, Inc. for Kansas Avenue Culvert Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $382,755.85 bid for Hwy 32/Kump Paving Project to J.M. Fahey Construction Company, subject to KDOT approval (Unanimous)
• Approved $56,100 design and construction management contract for 2nd Street Waterline Project to Wilson & Company, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 design contract for Sidewalk Improvements Project to Wilson & Company, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved December 22, 2023 meeting minutes and claims for City Operations (Unanimous)