Colby public meetings in 2025
25 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss a $33,100 warranty extension payment for CAT Engine No. 9. New business includes designating the Event Center at 1200 S Franklin Ave as the regular meeting location, approving a $109,145.15 payment to Midlands Contracting for the Waterline Improvement Project, and authorizing the redemption of Colby Medical Center’s industrial revenue bonds. The consent agenda covers several payroll and general warrant ordinances, encumbrance approvals, and appointments of a municipal court judge and city attorney.
- Discuss $33,100 payment for warranty extension of CAT Engine No. 9
- Approve location of regular council meetings at Event Center, 1200 S Franklin Ave
- Approve $109,145.15 payment to Midlands Contracting for Waterline Improvement Project
- Authorize redemption of Colby Medical Center industrial revenue bonds (Resolution No. 1242)
- Approve payroll ordinances (Nos. 3929, 3930) and general warrant ordinances (Nos. 3931, 3932)
City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss a progress report on the Villa High Renovation Project. Members are deciding on several equipment payments and the 2026 terms for the City Attorney and Municipal Judge. The meeting includes approvals for city boundary resolutions and official newspaper designation.
- Payment of $33,100.00 for CAT Engine No. 9 warranty extension
- Annual contract of $5,250.95 (2026-2029) with AXON for two in-car cameras
- Repair estimate from Johnson Service Company for the sewer plant
- Ordinance No. 1704 regarding City Attorney compensation and duties for 2026
- Ordinance No. 1705 regarding Municipal Judge and Clerk compensation and duties for 2026
City Council Agendas
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the amended 2025 Use of Funds. Members will consider a development agreement with Colby Investment Group and a municipal code change regarding water rates. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of four newly elected officials.
- Ordinance No. 1703 to change municipal code and water rates effective February 1, 2025
- Star Bond Development Agreement with Colby Investment Group
- Police vehicle trade-ins to Tubbs and Sons of Colby not to exceed $44,800.00 and $38,500.00
- Two new police vehicles from Tubbs and Sons of Colby not to exceed $49,800.00 and $45,000.00
- Public hearing on the proposed amended 2025 Use of Funds
City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss the sale of 314.52 acres of dry land and the regulation of skateboards on walking trails. Members will also consider rezoning requests and set a public hearing for the proposed amended 2025 Use of Funds.
- Bid award to Frahm Farmland, Inc for 314.52 acres of dry land for $1,140,135.00
- Ordinance No. 1699 rezoning property at N Grant Ave and W 5th St
- Ordinance No. 1702 rezoning property at 735 Kings Court
- 2025 Employee Longevity Checks totaling $23,500.00
- Ordinance No. 1701 regarding skateboards on walking trails
City Council Agendas
The City Council will consider and vote on several contract approvals and purchase requests. Items include a $124,354.28 final payment to Weigel Concrete for the Taxi‑Lane Extension at Shalz Field, a pay request up to $323,055.30 to resurface College Drive from Range to Country Club, and a $38,595.00 purchase of a transformer from Midwest Transformers. Additional actions are a $2,500.00 irrigation equipment credit from Western Sprinklers, approval of a sign design for Quagliano Field at Young Memorial Park, and a $2,438.28 change order for the Taxi‑Lane Extension, along with project authorization and police vehicle bid letting.
- Approve final pay request to Weigel Concrete $124,354.28 for Taxi‑Lane Extension at Shalz Field
- Approve pay request up to $323,055.30 for resurfacing College Drive from Range to Country Club
- Approve purchase of transformer $38,595.00 from Midwest Transformers (plus freight and sales tax)
- Approve $2,500.00 credit from Western Sprinklers for irrigation equipment and well mediation
- Approve sign design and size for Quagliano Field at Young Memorial Park
City Council Agendas
The City Council will hold a public hearing and then vote on Resolution No. 1237, which considers the advisability of issuing taxable industrial revenue bonds and authorizing related documents. The council will also consider several ordinances, including rezoning a lot at the corner of W 5th St and N Grant Ave (Ordinance 1699) and rezoning 1775 W 4th St (Ordinance 1700). Additional items include amending the Open Records provision of the Municipal Code (Ordinance 1698) and discussing transportation rules for the walking trail (Ordinance 1507).
- Public hearing on Resolution No. 1237 for taxable industrial revenue bonds
- Approve Resolution No. 1237 authorizing issuance of those bonds
- Approve Ordinance No. 1699 to rezone lot at W 5th St & N Grant Ave from R-1 to R-2
- Approve Ordinance No. 1700 to rezone 1775 W 4th St from C-2 to C-M
- Amend Chapter I, Article 8 Open Records in the Municipal Code (Ordinance 1698)
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will consider and vote on several major items, including adopting the STAR Bond Project Plan and creating a Community Improvement District within that area. It will also vote on two taxable revenue bond authorizations: $14,000,000 for the Wooden, Inc. hotel project and $11,000,000 for the WWS, Inc. hotel project. Additional actions include awarding the STAR Bond Project underwriting contract to Stifel, Nicolaus & Company and addressing a walking‑trail ordinance and a gym‑floor purchase.
- Approve Ordinance No. 1696 adopting the STAR Bond Project Plan
- Approve Ordinance No. 169 7 creating a Community Improvement District within the STAR Bond District
- Approve Ordinance No. 1694 authorizing $14,000,000 taxable revenue bonds for the Wooden, Inc. hotel project
- Approve Ordinance No. 1695 authorizing $11,000,000 taxable revenue bonds for the WWS, Inc. hotel project
- Award bond underwriting contract for the STAR Bond Project to Stifel, Nicolaus & Company
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and act on several items, including a lease amendment with American Towers LLC and a presentation on a proposed roundabout at the K24/K83 intersection. The council will vote on payments for engineering services, storm‑damage repairs, and a change order, and will adopt the City of Colby Five‑Year Capital Improvement Plan 2026‑2030. Additional consent agenda items include approvals of minutes, ordinances, proclamations, and abatement resolutions.
- Approve the Proposed 3rd Amendment to the Tower Lease with American Towers LLC
- Presentation on a Proposed Roundabout at the 9 Mile Corner (K24/K83 Intersection) east of Colby
- Approve payment of $48,000 to Penco Engineering for inspection and testing of K‑25
- Approve payment of $159,135 to Phillips Southern Electric Co. for baseball field storm‑damage repair
- Approve and adopt the City of Colby Five‑Year Capital Improvement Plan 2026‑2030
City Council Agendas
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2026 budget and the revenue neutral rate of 33.583 mills. The body will also consider adopting the 2026 budget and the 2026–2030 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan.
- Proposed 2026 Budget and 2026–2030 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Contract for taxi lane extension at Shalz Field to Weigel Concrete not to exceed $121,916.00
- Amended final payment of $1,063,437.14 to Bettis Asphalt for Project 25-97U-2471-01
- Resolution No. 1232 renaming 'Field 1' at Young Memorial Park to 'Casey Quagliano Field'
- Public hearings for STAR Bond Project Plan and Community Improvement District set for October 7, 2025
City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss and act on several contracts, including a new generator and airport office space. The body is also setting public hearing dates for the 2026 budget and the STAR Bond Project Plan.
- Real estate acquisition and contract for $1,760,000.00 with a $176,000.00 earnest payment
- KMEA Mid-States Master Services Agreement for a new generator not to exceed $350,000.00
- Amendment to Airport Management Contract for High Planes Aviation office space
- Public hearing for October 7, 2025, regarding STAR Bond Project Plan and Comprehensive Plan
- Public hearings for September 2, 2025, regarding the 2026 Budget and Revenue Neutral Rate
City Council Agendas
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on increasing revenue bond limits for the Wooden Inc. and WWS Inc. hotel projects. The body will also review infrastructure grants for the airport and road improvements.
- Public hearings for taxable industrial revenue bonds for Wooden Inc. Hotel (up to $14,000,000) and WWS Inc. Hotel (up to $11,000,000)
- Design and Construction Inspection Agreement with Penco Engineering for Webster Waterline Improvements not to exceed $97,000.00
- FAA grant for new box hanger at Shalz Field not to exceed $190,266.00
- KDOT allocation not to exceed $400,000.00 for mill and overlay of K-25 from Poplar St North to US-24
- Resolution No. 1227 ordering abatement of unlawful conditions at 1440 W 5th St
City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss setting public hearings for taxable industrial revenue bonds for two hotel projects. The body is also reviewing a water line contract and a request to exceed the revenue neutral rate for 2026.
- Public hearing request for Wooden Hotel Project bonds not to exceed $14,000,000
- Public hearing request for WWS Hotel Project bonds not to exceed $11,000,000
- Bid from Midlands Contraction, Inc. for $641,845 for Webster Waterline Improvements Project
- Change order from Bettis Asphalt & Construction for $42,634.50 for Northbound Lanes from Horton to I-70
- Letter of Intent to Exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for 2026
City Council Agendas
The City Council is meeting for a work session regarding the 2026 budget. The discussion will cover tax funds, enterprise non-tax funds, and specific reserve funds.
- Overview of Tax Funds including RNR
- KMIT Health Association Plan
- Sanitation Rate review
- Overview of CIRF and MERF Funds
City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss funding for airport improvements and updates on local events. The body is also considering amendments to city weed codes and environmental code violations.
- Agreement No. 406-25 from KDOT Aviation for funds up to 90% of $180,000 for Shalz Field Taxilane Extension
- Work Order No. 4 from Garver for $20,000 for professional services for Shalz Field Taxilane Extension
- Ordinance No. 1693 amending the City Code regarding weeds (§ 8-401, 8-402, and 8-403)
- Environmental Code violation orders for 1440 W 5th St and 1720 W 5th St
- Special Meeting for 2026 Budget Work Session scheduled for July 8, 2025
City Council Agendas
The City Council will review a funding request for the Western Kansas Child Advocacy Center and a repair invoice for Well No. 13. Members will also discuss the sale of 360 N Franklin and pavement for the City Hall front driveway.
- Invoice from Western Sprinklers to repair Well No. 13 for $33,824.00
- 2026 Budget Funding Request from Western Kansas Child Advocacy Center for $4,000
- Discussion regarding the sale of 360 N Franklin
- Discussion regarding City Hall Front Driveway Pavement
- Request from Chamber of Commerce to shut down streets and request police assistance for the Fair Parade
City Council Agendas
The City Council will vote on several equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts. The body is discussing budget requests for 2026 and reviewing a grant for the fire department. A sale update for 360 N Franklin is also on the agenda.
- Purchase of a 2025 Peterbilt Front Loader for $296,900
- EBH Engineering contract for WWTF Waste Water Effluent Reuse Project not to exceed $152,000
- Grant agreement from Dane G Hansen Foundation for $25,965.00 for Colby Fire Department
- 2026 Budget Funding request for Thomas County Economic Development Alliance for $81,744
- Bids for the rebuild of the Webster Waterline due July 10, 2025
City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss permitting tiny home builds in R-2 Mobile Home Districts and address parking concerns on West 7th St. The body will also consider several equipment purchases and a property deed transfer.
- Ordinance No. 1691 to define and permit tiny homes in R-2 Mobile Home Districts
- Purchase of $136,005.63 for Cooper Engine #6 repairs at the Colby Power Plant
- Purchase of 6 transformers from Midwest Electric Transformer Services for $41,040.00
- Garver work order for $95,900 for construction services of a city-owned airport hangar
- Warranty deed transfer of 285 E 5th St to Z Tag Property Management LLC
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and possibly approve a communications contract with Thomas County for $231,658.94, a 50% expense share. They will also consider an ordinance allowing airport land leases up to 15 years and a specific lease for a private hangar. Other items include a federal funds exchange request from KDOT, a traffic impact study reimbursement, and an executive session to evaluate the city manager's performance.
- Approve 2026 Communications Contract with Thomas County for $231,658.94 (50% expense share)
- Approve Federal Funds Exchange Request from KDOT for $70,772.48
- Approve Agreement #199-25 for K-25 Study reimbursement up to $50,000
- Approve Ordinance No. 1692 allowing airport land leases up to 15 years
- Approve 15-year airport land lease to Garrett Stanley for Lot 14 (private hangar)
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will hold a public hearing on issuing up to $6,000,000 in taxable industrial revenue bonds for Z Tag Property Management LLC to equip Park Place Townhomes. The council will also consider several action items, including a police vehicle Verizon contract, purchase of a replacement transformer, a city water connection for Astra Ready-Mix, audit services, a mill and overlay project, trash bin purchase, and the 2026 budget schedule. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the city manager's performance evaluation.
- Public hearing on taxable industrial revenue bonds not to exceed $6,000,000 for Park Place Townhomes
- Purchase of replacement transformer from Midwest for $38,595.00
- City water connection for Astra Ready-Mix at 2105-2109 U.S. 24
- Bid for mill and overlay from Bettis Asphalt totaling $478,424.60
- Purchase of 330 rear loading trash bins from Hill Trash Pickup, Inc. for $71,620.00
City Council Agendas
The council will discuss and potentially approve a resolution adopting a new Risk Management and Tort Liability Policy, repealing a 1979 version. New business includes setting a public hearing for up to $6 million in Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds for Park Place Townhomes, approving a $56,000 traffic impact study for the K-25/I-70 corridor, and authorizing bids for a 3-year fuel contract. Other items include a groundwater treatment system contract renewal, an airport board appointment, and a request from the Colby Swim Team to hang banners at the Aquatic Park.
- Resolution No. 1222 to adopt a new Risk Management and Tort Liability Policy, repealing Resolution No. 348 from 1979
- Notice of public hearing on April 15, 2025 for up to $6,000,000 in Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds for Park Place Townhomes (Z Tag Property Management LLC)
- Proposed agreement for a Traffic Impact Study of the K-25/I-70 corridor for $56,000
- Approval to advertise for sealed bids through May 28, 2025 for the city's 3-year fuel contract
- Consideration of Colby Swim Team request to hang 8–10 advertising banners inside the fence at Colby Aquatic Park year-round
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and potentially vote on several items including the approval of the 2024 audit, a rezoning request, and a playground equipment purchase. Other items include extending a real estate contract, adopting a risk management policy, and authorizing a traffic impact study.
- Rezoning 1200 S Franklin (Colby Event Center) from R-1 to C-2
- Playground equipment purchase for $145,950.14 from Cunningham Recreation
- Approval of 2024 audit presented by Adams Brown LLC
- Amendment to real estate purchase agreement for 360 N. Franklin, extending closing to June 30, 2025
- Ordinance No. 1689 adopting a risk management and tort liability policy
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and possibly vote on Ordinance No. 1688, which amends the municipal code regarding application requirements, investigation fees, and license fees. They will also review and approve a $25,309.14 invoice for dry ice cleaning of Generator #6 at the power plant, and receive reports on 2025 street projects, spring clean-up, a KDOT traffic study, and Kansas Housing Authority funds for Park Place.
- Ordinance No. 1688 amending Chapter 5, Article 1, Sections §5-103, §5-106, and §5-107 of the 2017 Municipal Code
- IPS Invoice for $25,309.14 for Dry Ice Cleaning of Generator #6 at the Power Plant
- Sunflower Festival event date correction (Old Business discussion)
- KDOT acceptance of Project KA-7666-01, Star Bond District Traffic Study, with approved funding
- Kansas Housing Authority update on funds regarding Park Place
City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss and take action on several equipment awards and service contracts. The meeting includes reviews of bids for public works vehicles and a GPS tracking agreement for patrol cars.
- Verizon contract for patrol car GPS tracking: $1,392.83 for 2025, then $1,591.80 annually
- Bids for a John Deere 4640 Tractor/with Blade and a 2006 Nissan Frontier Public Works Pickup
- Request for Proposal for KDOT Traffic Impact Study in the K-25/I-70 corridor
- Electric Department inspection services quotes
- Sunflower Festival discussion with Dana Broekelman
City Council Agendas
The Colby City Council will discuss and vote on several items including renewing three agricultural leases, approving a $145,682 playground surface purchase fully reimbursed by a foundation, and adopting three ordinances covering procurement policy, traffic code, and public offense code. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on pending litigation.
- Renewal of three agricultural leases (Barbwire S Farms, GHK Farms, Louis & Linda Taylor) for cash rent of $55/acre through March 2028
- Purchase agreement for Villa High Park playground surface at $145,682, fully reimbursed by Thomas County Community Foundation
- Penco Design Agreement for engineering services on KDOT Project U-2449-02 in the amount of $49,500
- Ordinance No. 1685 adopting a new purchase and procurement policy, repealing Resolution No. 1038
- Ordinance Nos. 1686 and 1687 adopting the 2024 Standard Traffic Ordinance and Uniform Public Offense Code
City Council Agendas
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure investments and zoning changes. The meeting includes votes on high-cost equipment and road improvements, as well as two commercial rezoning requests.
- Purchase of a Caterpillar C175 Tier 4 Diesel Generator for $2,650,000.00
- KDOT Cost Share Project No. U-2449-02 for Country Club Drive Improvements for $1,000,000.00
- Rezoning of 115 E. Willow and 465 N Sherman from C-2 to C-3 districts
- Work order for Garver, LLC for a 120’ X 100’ City Hangar design for $99,380.00
- Home occupation approval for a cottage bakery at 1750 Harvey Ave.