Eudora public meetings in 2023

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will review several zoning updates, including a rezoning for 2260 N 1400 Rd and an updated city zoning map. The meeting also includes discussions on a contract for the Nottingham TIF District and a public hearing for a Rural Housing Incentive District.

• Rezoning of 2260 N 1400 Rd (Ordinance 1154)
• Updating the Eudora Master Fee Schedule (Resolution 2023-16)
• Establishing City of ESB boundaries (Resolution 2023-17)
• Contract for brokerage services for the Nottingham TIF District
• Public hearing for a Rural Housing Incentive District (Resolution 2023-18)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will review recommendations from the Planning Commission regarding a rezoning application and a preliminary plat for land located at N. 1200 Rd. The meeting also includes consideration of the quarterly treasurer's report and employee insurance renewals.

• Rezoning application and Ordinance No. 1153 for a tract of land at N. 1200 Rd.
• Preliminary plat application for a tract of land at N. 1200 Rd.
• Renewal of Blue Cross Blue Shield employee insurance coverage
• Quarterly Treasurer’s report for Quarter 3 Fiscal Year 2023

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will meet on November 13, 2023, to discuss several items including the recognition of the Fall 2023 Citizen’s Academy graduates. The agenda also includes a request for authorization to purchase a new patrol vehicle for the Police Department.

• Authorization for the purchase of a new patrol vehicle for the EUSD Police Department
• Recognition of the Fall 2023 graduating class of the Eudora Citizen’s Academy
• Review of October 2023 Police and Fire Department reports
• Review of city warrants from October 20 to November 9, 2023

Planning Commission Agendas and Packets

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss development applications from Alcove Developments. The body is considering a rezoning request and a preliminary plat for a tract of land located at N. 1200 Rd.

• Rezoning of 40.09 acres at N. 1200 Rd from Douglas County Agriculture (AG) to City Single-Family Residential (RS)
• Preliminary Plat Application for land at N. 1200 Rd for the Shadow Ridge North Development
• Public hearing regarding the N. 1200 Rd rezoning and plat applications

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will review a resolution regarding the need for housing in Eudora and consider authorizing a cascade air system purchase for the Fire Department. The agenda also includes a voluntary annexation agreement for land at 2248 N 1300 Rd.

• Resolution 2023-15 regarding findings on the need for housing within Eudora
• Purchase authorization for a cascade air system for the Eudora Fire Department
• Voluntary annexation agreement/petition for land at 2248 N 1300 Rd
• Proclamation recognizing October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Quarterly Chamber of Commerce update

Planning Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora Planning Commission will consider a voluntary annexation request from Larry and Marilyn Wilson for a 55-acre tract south of K10, adjacent to LMH Health Therapy Services. The property has no immediate development plan, and staff recommends approval. The Commission will also review the minutes from the September 6, 2023 meeting.

• Voluntary annexation of 55 acres south of K10, adjacent to LMH Health Therapy Services
• Annexation agreement/petition with Larry and Marilyn Wilson
• Draft Ordinance No. 1151 for annexation
• Property located in Eudora Urban Growth Area (Tier 2), designated Commercial Business Park
• No city utilities currently serve the property; future improvements to be paid by owner/developer

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will discuss a KDOT grant application for electric vehicle charging stations and review a presentation on creating a Rural Housing Incentive District. The meeting also includes requests for temporary alcohol permits for Eudorafest and the Chamber of Commerce Trunk and Treat.

• KDOT grant application for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations
• Temporary alcohol permit for 2023 Eudorafest Special Event
• Temporary alcohol permit for 2023 Eudora Chamber of Commerce Trunk and Treat/Monster Bash
• Issuance of Cereal Malt Beverage License for Family Dollar
• Adoption of Ordinance 1149 (Standard Traffic Ordinance) and Ordinance 1150 (Uniform Public Offense Code)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will meet to consider a voluntary annexation agreement for land south of West 20th Street near Eudora High School. The agenda also includes reviewing department reports and discussing personnel matters.

• Voluntary annexation agreement/petition with Judy Meiergerd
• Review of August 2023 Fire and Police Department reports
• Review of June and July 2023 People Services reports
• Executive session regarding non-elected personnel conduct

The City Commission approved a voluntary annexation agreement for a tract of land adjacent to Eudora High School. The parcel will remain zoned as AG-1 until a future rezoning request is submitted. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and consent items.

• Approved voluntary annexation of land south of West 20th Street (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent items including August 28 minutes, department reports, and warrants (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora Planning Commission will consider a voluntary annexation request from Judy Meiergerd for a 96.75-acre tract south of W 20th St, adjacent to Eudora High School. The property is currently zoned Douglas County AG-1 and used for agriculture; future residential development is proposed. Staff recommends approval, noting no city utilities currently serve the property and no service plan is provided at this time.

• Voluntary annexation of 96.75 acres south of W 20th St, adjacent to Eudora High School
• Property currently zoned Douglas County AG-1, proposed for future residential use
• No city utilities currently serve the property; future infrastructure to be paid by developer
• Staff recommends approval of annexation petition
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes for non-agenda items

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Commission approve the voluntary annexation of land located south of W 20th St. The property will maintain its Douglas County AG-1 zoning until a future rezoning application is submitted. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended approval to City Commission for annexation of land south of W 20th St (6-0)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and a resolution to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate. The agenda also includes updates on wastewater plant upgrades and a temporary alcohol permit for the Fall Market.

• Public Hearing: Exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate (Resolution 2023-12)
• Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2024 Budget adoption
• Temporary alcohol permit for the Fall Market on September 9, 2023
• Update regarding Trojan UV 3000 Plus Upgrade at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Proclamation for September 11th

The City Commission approved the 2024 fiscal year budget and adopted a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The commission also denied a temporary alcohol permit for the upcoming Fall Market and approved a September 11 proclamation.

• Adopted 2024 fiscal year budget not to exceed $23,003,107 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-12 to exceed the revenue neutral property tax rate (4-0)
• Denied temporary alcohol permit for Fall Market at Lucy Kaegi Park and Eudora Community Center (4-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring September 11th a National Day of Service and Remembrance (4-0)
• Approved agenda as submitted (4-0)
• Approved consent items, including August 14 minutes and warrants (4-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will discuss the sale of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A, and the adoption of a 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes a presentation on the 2022 Financial Audit Review and an update on the 701 Main Street Commercial Downtown Building Grant.

• Ordinance 1148: Authorizing issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A
• Resolution 2023-11: Authorizing the sale and delivery of GO Bonds, Series 2023-A
• Resolution 2023-09: Updating the Master Fee Schedule
• Adoption of a 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Presentation regarding 701 Main Street Commercial Downtown Building Grant

The City Commission approved the issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds Series 2023-A and adopted a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. The board also updated the Master Fee Schedule for Parks and Recreation and denied a bid for the 701 Main Street renovation project.

• Adopted Ordinance 1148 to authorize General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-11 to authorize the sale and delivery of GO Bonds, Series 2023-A (5-0)
• Approved the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Denied the sole-source bid for the 701 Main Street commercial renovation project (5-0)
• Approved alcohol sale and consumption for Main Street Market on September 6, 2023 (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-09 updating the Master Fee Schedule for Parks and Recreation (5-0)
• Approved consent items, including July 24 minutes and department reports (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Commission is reviewing presentations on a box culvert replacement at 12th & Pine Street and an evaluation of sanitary sewer interceptor lines. The agenda also includes the presentation of the recommended FY 2024 budget, which proposes increasing General Fund revenues from $5,849,517 to $6,918,710.

• Presentation: 12th & Pine Street Box Culvert Replacement by JEO Consulting Group
• Update: Main and East Sanitary Sewer Interceptor lines evaluation by CFS Engineers
• FY 2024 Budget Recommendation: Proposed General Fund revenue increase of 18.4%
• Resolution 2023-08: Authorization to issue intent to exceed the revenue-neutral rate

The City Commission approved the meeting agenda and consent items, including previous meeting minutes and city warrants. The commission received presentations on a box culvert replacement project and sanitary sewer interceptor lines, though no actions were taken on the sewer infrastructure solutions.

• Approved agenda as submitted (5-0)
• Approved consent items, including July 10, 13, and 20 minutes and city warrants (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission convened a special meeting to conduct a work session regarding the STAR Bond Project. No other items were listed for decision or discussion on this agenda.

• Work session regarding STAR Bond Project

The City Commission held a work session regarding the Star Bond Project. No substantive actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will review the City Manager's Recommended Budget for FY 2024, which includes a flat mill levy but exceeds the revenue-neutral rate due to property value growth. The budget also proposes utility rate hikes and capital improvements.

• Consider Resolution 2023-08 authorizing intent to exceed revenue-neutral rate
• 5% increase in water rates, 7% in wastewater rates, 3% in electric rates
• $18.5 million budget for FY 2024 with capital improvements including Hunters Ridge Phase I and II ($97,200 and $157,400 respectively), Intech Park Water Line Loop ($161,575), Wastewater Bar Screen ($280,200)

The City Commission adopted Resolution 2023-08 to notify the Douglas County Clerk of the city's intent to exceed the revenue-neutral rate. The commission also held a work session to review the recommended FY 2024 budget, though no action was taken on the budget during the meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2023-08 to exceed the revenue-neutral rate (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will consider resolutions to approve a multiyear master capital improvement plan and authorize the sale of GO Bond Series 2023-A. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Parks & Recreation Professionals Appreciation Day.

• Sale of GO Bond Series 2023-A for Master Capital Improvement Plans
• Resolution 2023-06 approving a multiyear master capital improvement plan
• Resolution 2023-07 authorizing the offering for sale of general obligation bonds
• Proclamation declaring July 21 as Parks & Recreation Professionals Appreciation Day

The City Commission approved a multiyear master capital improvement plan and authorized the sale of general obligation bonds, series 2023-A. The commission also issued a proclamation for Parks & Recreation Professionals Appreciation Day.

• Approved Resolution 2023-06 for a multiyear master capital improvement plan and financing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-07 authorizing the sale of general obligation bonds, series 2023-A (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring July 21, 2023, as Parks and Recreation Professionals’ Day (5-0)
• Approved agenda as submitted (5-0)
• Approved consent items, including previous meeting minutes and department reports (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will meet on June 26, 2023, to consider several business items including a real estate contract for the property at 840 Main Street. The agenda also includes reviews of development plans for a coffee kiosk, rezoning applications, and infrastructure awards.

• Real estate contract with The 701 Group for the sale of 840 Main Street for $150,000
• Final Development Plan for Scooter’s Coffee Drive Thru Kiosk by Freedom Enterprises, LLC
• Rezoning application from Eudora United Methodist Church for land at 2084 N 1300 Rd / 1310 W 20th St
• Use Permit application from Weld Properties LLC for an event venue at 703 Church St
• Award approval to Alcove Development LLC for Regional Detention Basin Improvements at 14th and Arrowwood Dr

The City Commission approved the appointment of Kevyn Gero as City Manager and authorized the sale of city property at 840 Main Street. The board also approved a development plan for a Scooter’s Coffee kiosk and a rezoning request for the Eudora United Methodist Church.

• Approved employment agreement for Kevyn Gero as City Manager (4-0)
• Authorized sale of city property at 840 Main Street to The 701 Group (4-0)
• Approved final Development Plan for Scooter’s Coffee Drive Thru Kiosk (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2084 N 1300 Rd / 1310 W 20th St to Agriculture Residential (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Use Permitted Upon Review for event venue at 703 Church St (4-0)
• Awarded $256,000 contract to Alcove Development LLC for detention basin improvements (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda and consent items (4-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct final discussions regarding the selection of a new City Manager. This discussion will take place in an executive session involving the recruitment process conducted by Raftelis.

• Executive session regarding non-elective personnel for City Manager recruitment

The City Commission met in executive session to conduct final discussions regarding the selection of a new City Manager. No formal action was taken during the meeting.

• Entered executive session to discuss City Manager recruitment (4-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will hold an executive session to conduct preliminary interviews for the position of City Manager. The meeting is expected to last five and a half hours, after which it will resume at 1:30 PM.

• Executive session for applicant interviews for City Manager position

The City Commission entered an executive session to conduct preliminary interviews for the City Manager position. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for City Manager applicant interviews (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct preliminary interviews for the recruitment of a new City Manager. The session is being held in executive session to discuss non-elective personnel matters related to the recruitment process conducted by Raftelis.

• Executive session for City Manager applicant interviews

The City Commission held a special meeting to conduct preliminary interviews for the City Manager position in executive session. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for City Manager applicant interviews (4-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission reviewed several business items, including a report on emergency communications and the potential creation of a City Planner position. The Commission also denied an application to rezone property at 610 W. 20th St. from single-family residential to commercial.

• Denial of rezoning request for 610 W. 20th St. from RS-Single Family Residential to C-Commercial
• Approval of alcohol sale and consumption for the 2023 Main Street Market event series on the 900 block of Main Street
• Discussion regarding Douglas County Emergency Communications Systems service fees and technology
• Discussion regarding the potential addition of a City Planner position to the budget

The City Commission approved a special event application for alcohol use at the 2023 CPA Picnic. The board also reappointed Fire Chief Mindy Andrasevits to the Local Emergency Planning Committee.

• Approved alcohol sale, possession, dispensing, and consumption in CPA Park for June 15-17, 2023 (3-1)
• Reappointed Fire Chief Mindy Andrasevits to the Douglas County Local Emergency Planning Committee (4-0)
• Approved agenda as submitted (4-0)
• Approved consent items, including May 2023 meeting minutes and warrants (4-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will conduct a work session focused on preparing the recommended budget for fiscal year 2024. The retreat includes reviewing a financial overview of the city, a five-year forecast, and policy direction.

• Financial retreat for the FY 2024 Budget

The City Commission conducted a work session focused on the FY 2024 budget, including a financial overview and a 5-year forecast. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Planning Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning application from the Eudora United Methodist Church for property at 2084 N 1300 Rd / 1310 W 20th St, from Douglas County AG-1 to City RA Residential Agriculture. They will also consider a Final Development Plan for a Scooter's Coffee drive-thru kiosk and a Uses Permitted Upon Review application for an event center at 703 Church St. The meeting includes consent items, public comments, and staff updates.

• Rezoning of 35.31 acres at 2084 N 1300 Rd / 1310 W 20th St from AG-1 to RA
• Final Development Plan for Scooter's Coffee Drive Thru Kiosk with Freedom Enterprises, LLC
• Uses Permitted Upon Review application for event center at 703 Church St.
• Public hearing for rezoning and uses permitted application
• Consideration of May 3, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a new event center at 703 Church St and a Scooter’s Coffee drive-thru kiosk. The commission also recommended rezoning property for the Eudora United Methodist Church to Agriculture Residential.

• Recommended approval to rezone 1310 West 20th Street from AG-1 to RA Agriculture Residential (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Final Development Plan for Scooter’s Coffee Drive-Thru Kiosk with 9 conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Uses Permitted Upon Review for event center at 703 Church St with 7 conditions (5-0)
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct preliminary interviews for the City Manager position. The session is scheduled as an executive session involving Raftelis to discuss non-elective personnel matters.

• Executive session for City Manager recruitment interviews

The City Commission held a special meeting consisting primarily of executive sessions to interview applicants for the City Manager position. No substantive public action was taken during the meeting.

• Approved recess into executive session for City Manager interviews (4-0)
• Approved extension of executive session for City Manager interviews (4-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (4-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will meet in an executive session to discuss individual applicants for the City Manager vacancy. The session involves reviewing the recruitment process conducted by Raftelis.

• Executive session regarding applicant review and recruitment of a new City Manager

The City Commission met in executive session to review and discuss applicants for the City Manager vacancy. No substantive actions were taken during the open meeting.

• Entered executive session to review City Manager applicants (4-0)
• Extended executive session by 23 minutes (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will review a contract for the purchase of 840 Main Street and a zoning map amendment for 610 W 20th St. The agenda also includes a special event alcohol permit request and an update on a City Planner position.

• Contract with The 701 Group for the purchase of 840 Main Street
• Zoning map amendment application by Caton Acquisitions, LLC for 610 W 20th St.
• Special event alcohol permit application for the Main Street Market event series
• Report from Wichita State University regarding Douglas County Emergency Communications Systems
• Update regarding the creation of a City Planner position

The City Commission denied a request to rezone property at 610 W 20th St. from single-family residential to commercial. The commission also approved a special event application for alcohol sales during the Main Street Market series. A property purchase contract for 840 Main Street was tabled.

• Denied rezoning of 610 W 20th St. from RS-Single Family Residential to C-Commercial (5-0)
• Approved alcohol sale, possession, and consumption on public right-of-way for 2023 Main Street Market series (4-1)
• Tabled contract with 701 Group for purchase of city property at 840 Main Street
• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes, April 2023 People Services report, and city warrants (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will review the Final Development Plan for a proposed Mid-America Bank and the Final Plat for Nottingham Center at 1504/1428 Elm Street. The meeting also includes updates on city benefits, staffing, and special event procedures.

• Final Development Plan for proposed Mid-America Bank in Nottingham Center
• Final Plat for Nottingham Center (3rd Plat) at 1504/1428 Elm Street
• Update on KPERS 401(a) Resolution and Adoption Agreement benefit options
• Quarterly staffing update
• Update on Special Event Permit procedures

The City Commission approved the final development plan and final plat for Mid-America Bank within the Nottingham Center commercial development. Both approvals included specific conditions regarding signage, utility easements, and plat corrections. No action was taken on residency requirements or special event permit procedures.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent items including April 2023 Police and Fire reports and Treasurer's report (5-0)
• Approved final development plan for Mid-America Bank at Nottingham Center with 8 conditions (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Nottingham Center (1504/1428 Elm Street) with 8 conditions (5-0)
• Tabled formal policy on employee residency requirements until a new City Manager is hired

Planning Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map amendment for 610 W 20th St, proposed by Caton Acquisitions, LLC, to change from RS-Single Family Residential to C-Commercial/K-10 Overlay. They will also review the final development plan for a Mid-America Bank in Nottingham Center and the final plat for Nottingham Center (3rd Plat) at 1504/1428 Elm Street, including street and utility easement dedications. A work session on solar and wind energy regulations is scheduled.

• Rezoning of 610 W 20th St from RS to C-Commercial/K-10 Overlay (11.54 acres)
• Final Development Plan for Mid-America Bank in Nottingham Center
• Final Plat for Nottingham Center (3rd Plat) at 1504/1428 Elm Street with street and utility easement dedications
• Work session on Solar and Wind Energy System Regulations

The Planning Commission voted 3-2 to recommend denial of a rezoning application for 610 W. 20th St from Single Family Residential to Commercial/K-10 Overlay, citing lack of submitted development plans. The Commission approved the final development plan for Mid-America Bank in Nottingham Center (5-0) and the final plat for Nottingham Center's 3rd Plat (5-0), both with conditions. A work session discussed proposed updates to solar and wind energy regulations.

• Denied rezoning of 610 W. 20th St from RS to Commercial/K-10 Overlay (3-2), with condition that future development requires POD rezoning
• Approved final development plan for Mid-America Bank in Nottingham Center (5-0), with conditions including technical corrections and signage review
• Approved final plat for Nottingham Center (3rd Plat) at 1504/1428 Elm Street (5-0), with conditions including utility and sign easement adjustments
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2023 meeting (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will review a contract with Duke’s Root Control, Inc. for a sanitary sewer microdetection study. The meeting also includes an annual update on the Eudora Water Conservation Plan and various proclamations.

• Contract approval for Duke’s Root Control, Inc. to perform a Precision I&I Microdetection Study
• Annual update regarding the Eudora Water Conservation Plan
• Proclamation for Public Service Recognition Week (May 7-13, 2023)
• Proclamation for Bike to Work Week (May 15-21, 2023)
• Update from CBRE regarding Nottingham Center

The City Commission authorized a contract for a sanitary sewer interceptor study and updated the 2018 Municipal Water Conservation Plan to reflect current usage rates. The board also issued proclamations for Public Service Recognition Week and National Bike Month.

• Approved contract with Duke’s Root Control, Inc. for sewer study not to exceed $25,500.00 (4-0)
• Approved 2018 Municipal Water Conservation Plan with updated water and sewer usage rates (4-0)
• Approved proclamation for Public Service Recognition Week, May 7-13, 2023 (4-0)
• Proclaimed May as National Bike Month, May 15-21 as Bike to Work Week, and May 19 as Bike to Work Day (5-0)
• Approved agenda as submitted (4-0)
• Approved consent items including April 10 minutes and March reports (4-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission will review ten ordinances to update the International Code Council building codes. The agenda also includes a rezoning application for 2260 N 1400 Rd and a request for pre-authorization to purchase a truck for Parks and Recreation.

• Ordinances 1137-1146 updating ICC Building codes
• Rezoning application from Weld Properties LLC for 2260 N 1400 Rd
• Pre-authorization for the purchase of a Parks and Recreation Department truck
• Update to City Employee Handbook regarding Residency Requirements
• March 2023 Fire Department reports

The City Commission adopted 10 ordinances to update the city's ICC Building Codes to 2020 and 2021 editions. The board also approved a rezoning request for a property on N 1400 Rd and authorized funds for a new Parks and Recreation vehicle.

• Adopted Ordinances 1137-1146 updating ICC Building Codes (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2260 N 1400 Rd from AG-2 to RM Residential Multifamily (5-0)
• Authorized $35,000 for the purchase of a Parks and Recreation Department truck (5-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes, Fire Department reports, and warrants (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning application from Weld Properties LLC for 2260 N 1400 Rd, changing it from AG-2 Transitional Agricultural (Douglas County) to RM – Residential Multifamily (City of Eudora). They will also review a Douglas County Conditional Use Permit for Well Wilderness Kids on an unaddressed parcel near E 2100 Rd. The meeting includes consent items, public comments, and staff updates.

• Rezoning of 2260 N 1400 Rd from AG-2 to RM – Residential Multifamily, with condition requiring RM-POD for UPUR developments
• Douglas County Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-00081 for Well Wilderness Kids on east side E 2100 Rd
• Approval of minutes from March 1, 2023 meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes for non-agenda items

The Planning Commission recommended approving a rezoning request for 2260 N 1400 Rd from Transitional Agricultural to Residential Multifamily. The recommendation includes a condition that any development requiring a Use Permitted Upon Review process must also be rezoned via a Planned Overlay District. The commission also expressed support for a conditional use permit for Well Wilderness Kids.

• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 2260 N 1400 Rd to Residential Multifamily with POD condition (6-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission approved an annexation of land at 2260 N 1400 Rd and a zoning amendment regarding event venues. The body also awarded contracts for the 2023 Pavement Management and Chip Seal programs and entered negotiations to sell city property at 840 Main St.

• Annexation of land at 2260 N 1400 Rd via Ordinance 1135
• Zoning text amendment for event venues via Ordinance 1136
• Barkley Asphalt Co. contract for Pavement Management up to $518,415.00
• Harbour Construction Inc. contract for Chip Seal Program up to $81,934.30
• Negotiations for purchase of 840 Main St by 701 Group at $150,000

The City Commission approved a contract to acquire property at 2248 N. 1300 Rd. The commission also passed proclamations for National Arbor Month and National Safe Digging Month. No action was taken regarding the Douglas County Emergency Communications Center funding increase.

• Approved real estate sale contract to acquire 2248 N. 1300 Rd (5-0)
• Approved proclamation for April National Arbor Month and April 28 National Arbor Day (5-0)
• Approved proclamation for April National Safe Digging Month (5-0)
• Approved consent items including February 2023 People Services report and warrants (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda with addition of school district update (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission held a work session to receive an update from Raftelis Financial Consultants regarding the recruitment of a new City Manager. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will consider several business items, including a voluntary annexation request for property at 2260 N 1400 Rd, a zoning text amendment for adaptive reuse, bid awards for the 2023 Pavement Management Program, and a letter of interest for the purchase of city property at 840 Main St. The meeting also includes consent items, public comments, and an executive session for non-elected personnel discussions.

• Annexation request for 8.15 acres at 2260 N 1400 Rd for future multi-family use
• Ordinance 1136: zoning text amendment for adaptive reuse in Residential Single-Family and Commercial Districts
• Approval of bid awards for 2023 Pavement Management Program
• Letter of interest from 701 Group for purchase of city property at 840 Main St.
• Executive session on City Manager recruitment

The City Commission approved two pavement management contracts and entered negotiations to sell city property at 840 Main St. for $150,000. The board also approved a land annexation and a zoning amendment to allow event venues in certain districts.

• Approved annexation of land at 2260 N 1400 Rd (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1136 to allow event venues in residential and commercial districts (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Pavement Management Program to Barkley Asphalt Co. not to exceed $518,415.00 (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Chip Seal Program to Harbour Construction Inc. not to exceed $81,934.30 (5-0)
• Authorized negotiations with 701 Group to sell 840 Main St. for $150,000 (5-0)
• Approved Professional Service Agreement Addendum #1C with VIESTE, LLC (5-0)
• Approved consent items including February 27 minutes and 2023 budget calendar (4-0)

Planning Commission Agendas and Packets

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning text amendment to allow event venues as adaptive reuse in Residential Single-Family Districts. The commission also recommended approval for a voluntary annexation request at 2260 N 1400 Rd.

• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment to include event venues in Residential Single-Family District (4-1)
• Recommended approval of voluntary annexation for property at 2260 N 1400 Rd (5-0)
• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The City Commission approved the annexation of land at 2084 N 1300 Rd and adopted Ordinance 1134 to finalize the process. The commission also appointed two members to the Kansas Municipal Energy Agency Board of Directors.

• Approved annexation of land at 2084 N 1300 Rd (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1134 to annex land at 2084 N 1300 Rd (5-0)
• Appointed Branden Boyd, Kevyn Gero, and Mark Landry to the Kansas Municipal Energy Agency Board of Directors (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent items, including February 13 minutes and warrants (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will meet on February 13, 2023, to consider several routine items, including consent agenda approvals, new employee introductions, and a resolution supporting a RAISE grant application for the Church Street Community Connectivity and Multimodal Enhancement Project. The meeting also includes presentations on the 2023 Pavement Management Program and a Parks and Recreation survey, as well as a discussion on canceling two regular meetings.

• Resolution 2023-03: support for RAISE grant funding for Church Street Community Connectivity and Multimodal Enhancement Project
• Presentation on 2023 Pavement Management Program
• Presentation on 2022 Parks and Recreation Program Survey results
• Consider cancellation of two regularly scheduled City Commission meetings
• Introduction of new employees: Dallas Hunt (Police Officer) and Kalob Bettis (Billing Specialist)

The City Commission approved a resolution of support for the Church Street Community Connectivity and Multimodal Enhancement Project RAISE grant application. The commission also cancelled two scheduled meeting dates in late 2023. Several staff reports were received, including updates on pavement management and parks and recreation surveys.

• Approved Resolution 2023-03 to apply for RAISE grant funding (5-0)
• Cancelled City Commission meetings on October 9 and December 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as submitted (5-0)
• Approved consent items including January 2023 minutes and reports (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on February 1, 2023, to consider a voluntary annexation request from the Eudora United Methodist Church for the property at 2084 N 1300 Rd. The commission will also review the minutes of the January 4 meeting and receive reports from staff. The annexation would bring the 35.20-acre parcel into the city limits, with future residential development possible but no immediate plans.

• Annexation request for 2084 N 1300 Rd (35.20 acres) by Eudora United Methodist Church
• Property is in Eudora Urban Growth Area (Tier 2), planned for medium-density residential
• No city utilities currently serve the property; future infrastructure to be paid by developer
• Staff recommends approval with amendments to the annexation agreement
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes for non-agenda items

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Commission approve the annexation of approximately 35 acres of land at 2084 N 1300 Rd. The land is currently in Eudora Township and is not served by City utilities.

• Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval to City Commission for annexation of 2084 N 1300 Rd (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 23, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes consent items (minutes, police and People Services reports, warrants), a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and consideration of additional applicants for the 2023 Downtown Grant Program. A work session will discuss establishing an annual meeting calendar. No executive session is scheduled.

• Consider proclamation recognizing January 2023 as Human Trafficking Awareness for Willow Domestic Violence Center
• Consider additional applicants and recommendations for 2023 Eudora Downtown Grant Program
• Consent items: approve Jan 9, 2023 minutes, December 2022 Police report, December 2022 People Services report, warrants
• Work session: consider establishing annual calendar of City Commission meetings

The City Commission approved a contract with Raftelis to conduct the recruitment and hiring process for the vacant City Manager position. The commission also awarded a downtown grant and issued a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

• Approved contract with Raftelis for City Manager recruitment (5-0)
• Approved $2,900 Downtown Grant Program award to Barbwire Barbecue (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring January 2023 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month (5-0)
• Approved consent items including January 09 minutes, police and people services reports, and warrants (5-0)

City Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora City Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 9, 2023, to elect a mayor and vice mayor, approve consent items, and hold a public hearing to close out a $250,000 CDBG grant for 714 Main St. Business items include waiving GAAP requirements, changing bank signers, setting aside CIP funds, adopting the 2021 International Fire Code, and updating the employee handbook. The agenda also includes an executive session on a staff vacancy.

• Public hearing to close out $250,000 CDBG grant for 714 Main St. rehabilitation
• Resolution 2023-01 waiving GAAP requirements for FY 2023
• Resolution 2023-02 setting aside funds for CIP projects
• Adoption of 2021 International Fire Code
• Updates to City of Eudora Employee Handbook

The City Commission appointed Kevyn Gero as Interim City Manager and approved the sale of a pad site at Nottingham Center to Freedom Real Estate Holdings LLC. The board also elected its 2023 leadership and adopted the 2021 International Fire Code.

• Elected Tim Reazin as Mayor for 2023 (5-0)
• Elected Tim Bruce as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Approved sale of ~25,000 sq ft pad site to Freedom Real Estate Holdings LLC (5-0)
• Appointed Kevyn Gero as Interim City Manager (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1133 adopting the 2021 International Fire Code (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 waiving GAAP requirements for FY 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 allocating four mills for Capital Improvement Fund (5-0)
• Approved revised City of Eudora Employee Handbook (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas and Packets

The Eudora Planning Commission will meet on January 4, 2023, to consider adopting the 2023 Planning Commission Application and Review Schedule, which sets deadlines for public hearings, submissions, and meetings. The agenda also includes election of officers, approval of the November 2, 2022 minutes, and reports from staff. No public hearings or work sessions are scheduled.

• Adoption of the 2023 Planning Commission Application and Review Schedule
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of November 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports from Codes Administration and City Manager's Office

The Planning Commission elected its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson and approved the 2023 Application and Review Schedule. The commission also reiterated its opposition to a Mid-States Materials quarry application.

• Elected Grant Martin as Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Josh Harger as Vice Chairperson (6-0)
• Approved July 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted 2023 Planning Commission Application and Review Schedule (6-0)