Eudora public meetings in 2024
36 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Amendment and consider several resolutions and ordinances. Other business includes updating the Master Fee Schedule, revising utility billing policies, and authorizing purchases of a patrol vehicle and equipment for the police department. The consent agenda contains routine items such as approval of city boundary updates, the 2024 zoning map, and 2025 cereal malt beverage licenses.
- Public hearing on FY2024 Budget Amendment
- Consider Resolution 2024-25 updating Master Fee Schedule
- Consider Ordinance 1167 updating utility billing policies
- Authorize purchase of a patrol vehicle for Eudora Police Department
- Authorize agreement with VIESTE, LLC for economic development services
The Eudora City Commission approved several items, including Resolution 2024-25 updating the Master Fee Schedule, Ordinance 1168 amending utility disconnection policies for extreme weather, the 2025 meeting calendar, and the FY2024 budget amendments. They also authorized equipment purchases for Parks and Recreation and a patrol vehicle for the Police Department, and approved a professional services agreement with VIESTE, LLC. No action was taken on updates from Foundations, Inc. or employee benefits.
- Approved consent items including minutes, reports, Resolution 2024-24, Ordinance 1166, 2025 cereal malt beverage licenses, and fire aid agreement (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-25 updating Master Fee Schedule effective Jan 1, 2025 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 1168 amending utility disconnection policy for extreme weather (5-0)
- Approved 2025 meeting calendar with May 26 and Oct 13 moved to Tuesdays (5-0)
- Approved FY2024 budget amendments (5-0)
- Approved purchase of two John Deere mowers and one Gator for $55,285 (5-0)
- Authorized purchase of 2025 Dodge Durango for $41,500 (5-0)
- Approved VIESTE, LLC agreement with attorney review and calendar addition (5-0)
Planning Commission Agendas and Packets
The Planning Commission will receive an update on the City Commission's approval of the Paschal's Landing and 10 Union Lofts preliminary development plan at 2260 N 1400 Rd, with conditions including additional landscaping, parking, and crosswalk improvements. They will also consider adopting the 2025 meeting and submission calendar. A public hearing on the Shadow Ridge North Preliminary Plat has been deferred to January 2025.
- Update: City Commission approved Paschal's Landing (36 affordable units) and 10 Union Lofts (96 market-rate units) preliminary development plan at 2260 N 1400 Rd with 7 conditions
- Consider adopting the 2025 Planning Commission meeting and application submittal calendar
- Shadow Ridge North Preliminary Plat public hearing deferred to January 2025 meeting
- Consent agenda includes approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes
- Staff report on October 2024 codes enforcement to be presented
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will decide on the preliminary development plan for Paschal's Landing, a residential project at 2260 N. 1400 Rd. They will also receive updates on the city code review, the 2012 Parks & Recreation Master Plan, and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan. Additionally, the commission will consider authorizing the city manager to enter a health insurance broker services agreement and discuss water treatment plant project delivery methods.
- Consider preliminary development plan for Paschal's Landing at 2260 N. 1400 Rd.
- Update the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan
- Receive presentation on the 2012 Parks & Recreation Master Plan
- Authorize agreement for health insurance broker services
- Receive update on Water Treatment Plant project delivery methods
Planning Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora Planning Commission will consider a parking lot site plan for Holy Family Catholic Church at 829 Birch St. and preliminary application materials for the Paschal's Landing subdivision at 2260 N 1400 Rd. They will also receive an update on the City Code review and approve minutes from the August 21 meeting.
- Consider parking lot site plan for Holy Family Catholic Church at 829 Birch St. (due to dumpster enclosure)
- Consider preliminary plat and development plans for Paschal's Landing subdivision at 2260 N 1400 Rd.
- Update from Board of Zoning Appeals: variance approved for Holy Family Church off-street parking requirements (October 10, 2024, 3-0)
- Update from City Commission: Ordinance 1161 vacating a right-of-way on 23rd Street (August 26, 2024, 5-0)
- Receive update on City Code review
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission is holding a special meeting to enter executive session for the annual review of the City Manager. The review is facilitated by a third-party firm as directed by the commission. No other business is scheduled.
- Executive session under K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(1) for non-elected personnel discussion
- Third-party firm assisting with the City Manager's annual review
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will consider authorizing a contract with JEO for design and engineering services for the RAISE Grant Church Street Community Connectivity and Multimodal Enhancements project. Other business includes purchases for the wastewater treatment plant and fire department, a quarterly budget report, and a work session on water plant delivery methods. Consent items include approval of minutes, departmental reports, and adoption of a hazard mitigation plan.
- Consider authorizing contract with JEO for design/engineering of RAISE Grant Church Street project
- Consider purchasing SPECO WasteMaster Shaftless Spiral Screen and 3 Aerzen Blowers for Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Consider purchasing a skid unit for the Eudora Fire Department
- Consider authorizing purchase of materials/services for sanitary sewer extension at Bluejacket Park bathrooms
- Receive quarterly budget report for Q1-Q3 2024 and consider 2025 update to Capital Improvement Plan
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The City Commission is meeting in a special session to discuss the City Manager's annual performance review. The discussion will take place in executive session, closed to the public, as permitted by Kansas statute for non-elected personnel matters. A third-party consultant is facilitating the review.
- Executive session to discuss the City Manager's annual review under K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(1)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will discuss a request to reduce the number of required parking spaces at Holy Family Catholic Church. This change is proposed to allow for the construction of a dumpster enclosure.
- Variance request by Richard Campbell/Holy Family Catholic Church to reduce parking spaces from 147 to 145
- Approval of May 30, 2024, meeting minutes
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will hold a special meeting on October 10, 2024, primarily as a work session to review the status of a commercial development project south of the K-10 Highway. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Work session to review status of commercial development project south of K-10 Highway
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The City Commission will meet for a special session to conduct an annual review of the City Manager. This discussion is scheduled to take place in executive session.
- Executive session regarding the City Manager's annual review
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will consider consent items including adoption of Ordinance 1165 (Standard Traffic Ordinance) and Ordinance 1166 (Uniform Public Offense Code), plus approve minutes, a personnel report, and warrants. Business items include authorizing a shed conversion agreement with Cox Homes and receiving an update on the RAISE Grant Church Street Community Connectivity and Multimodal Enhancements project. The meeting also includes public comments and staff remarks on the remainder of the year's schedule.
- Adopt Ordinance 1165 – Standard Traffic Ordinance for Kansas Cities, 51st Edition
- Adopt Ordinance 1166 – Uniform Public Offense Code for Kansas Cities, 40th Edition
- Authorize Parks and Recreation Department agreement with Cox Homes, LLC for shed conversion project
- Receive update on RFP responses for RAISE Grant Church Street Community Connectivity and Multimodal Enhancements project
- Approve minutes of September 9 regular and special meetings and August People Services report
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The City Commission will meet to discuss proposed changes to residential zoning lot regulations and review the upcoming meeting schedule. The body will also consider monthly reports from the police and fire departments.
- Ordinance 1164 regarding proposed text amendments to lot regulations in residential zoning districts
- August 2024 Eudora Police Department Report
- August 2024 Eudora Fire Department Report
- Proclamation honoring September 11th victims and responders
- Warrants against the City of Eudora from August 23 to September 5, 2024
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will hold a special meeting and work session to discuss development standards pertaining to residential development. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Work session on development standards for residential development
The Eudora City Commission held a special meeting work session to discuss development standards for residential development. No formal action was taken during the session, which was opened and closed by motion. The meeting adjourned at 6:58 PM.
- Opened work session on residential development standards (5-0)
- Closed work session on residential development standards (5-0)
- No action taken on development standards
- Adjourned meeting at 6:58 PM (5-0)
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The commission will consider adopting the 2025 Annual Budget, including public hearings on exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate. They will also vote on a contract for CDBG grant administration for the Pilla Park project, consider vacating a 23rd Street right-of-way, and receive updates on KwiKom fiber installation and the Eudora Area Historical Society.
- Public hearing and Resolution 2024-22 on exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate
- Public hearing and certification of the proposed 2025 Annual Budget
- Consider vacating specified 23rd Street right-of-way via Ordinance 1161
- Contract with Governmental Assistance Services for CDBG grant administration for the Pilla Park project
- Updates from KwiKom on fiber installation project and from Eudora Area Historical Society
Planning Commission Agendas and Packets
The commission will hold a public hearing and consider a text amendment to reduce minimum lot area (7,000 to 5,000 sq ft), lot width (60 to 40 ft), and side yard setback (10 to 5 ft) in RS and RT districts to promote more housing diversity and affordability. They will also weigh a conditional use permit (CUP-24-1005) for a daycare center at 1411 East 1850 Road. The meeting includes approval of July 10 minutes and public comments.
- Public hearing and text amendment to Table 1: reduce lot area, width, and side-yard setbacks in RS/RT districts
- Conditional Use Permit CUP-24-1005 for CLO/GoodLife Daycare Center at 1411 East 1850 Road
- Consent item: approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public comments on non-agenda items (3-minute limit)
The Eudora Planning Commission voted 6-1 to recommend denial of a text amendment that would have reduced minimum lot area, lot width, and side yard setbacks in the RS and RT districts. The commission also voted 7-0 to support a conditional use permit for a daycare center. The meeting included a public hearing where residents and developers commented on the proposed changes.
- Recommended denial of text amendment to reduce RS/RT lot area, width, and side yard setbacks (6-1)
- Approved minutes of July 10, 2024 meeting (6-0, Stewart abstaining)
- Voted to provide letter of support for CUP-24-1005 for CLO/GoodLife Daycare Center (7-0)
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The City Commission will discuss the issuance of General Obligation Bonds Series 2024-A and 2024-B. The body will also review the City Manager's recommended 2025 budget and consider a public hearing for it. Additionally, the commission will review grant applications for the Pilla Park redevelopment project.
- Ordinances 1162 and 1163 regarding General Obligation Bonds Series 2024-A and 2024-B
- Resolutions 2020 and 2021 for Pilla Park redevelopment CDBG grant application
- City Manager's 2025 Recommended Budget
- KwiKom fiber installation project presentation
- Resolution 2024-17 adopting the Douglas County Emergency Operations Plan
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will meet on July 22, 2024, to decide on a right-of-way vacation at Eudora High School and a voluntary annexation petition for property south of 535 W 20th Street. They will also discuss a memorandum of understanding with the Senior Resource Center and receive updates on the FY23 financial audit and the 2025 budget.
- Consider Resolution 2024-15 declaring intent to vacate a right of way at Eudora High School
- Consider voluntary annexation agreement/petition for property south of 535 W 20th Street
- Consider entering a Memorandum of Understanding with the Senior Resource Center for Douglas County
- Receive a presentation from Gordon CPA regarding the FY23 Financial Audit
- Receive an update regarding the 2025 Budget regarding the General Fund
The Eudora City Commission approved Ordinance 1160 for voluntary annexation of land south of 535 W 20th St, adopted Resolution 2024-15 to set a public hearing for vacating the 23rd Street right-of-way, and authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with the Senior Resource Center for Douglas County. The FY2023 audit and 2025 budget update were presented with no action taken.
- Approved agenda as submitted (5-0)
- Approved consent items including July 8 minutes, Fire Dept reports, and warrants (5-0)
- Authorized MOU with Senior Resource Center for Douglas County (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-15 setting Aug 26, 2024 hearing for 23rd Street ROW vacation (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 1160 for annexation south of 535 W 20th St (5-0)
- Adjourned at 7:48pm (5-0)
Planning Commission Agendas and Packets
The commission will consider a voluntary annexation request for land south of 535 W. 20th Street to allow for future lot reconfiguration. Additionally, the commission will decide whether to initiate a text amendment regarding minimum lot area, width, and side yard setbacks for RS and RT districts.
- Voluntary annexation request for land south of 535 W. 20th Street
- Proposed text amendment to reduce minimum lot area, width, and side yard setbacks in RS and RT districts
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will meet on July 8, 2024, to discuss the 2025 budget and property tax rates. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding funding for Pilla Park rehabilitation. The commission will also consider several new contracts and equipment purchases.
- Public hearing for CDBG funding for Pilla Park rehabilitation
- Resolution 2024-13 authorizing the sale of General Obligation Bonds
- Contract with JEO Consulting for the Parks & Recreation Master Plan
- Purchase of a 2025 Altec bucket truck for Public Works
- Resolution 2024-14 regarding exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission is holding a special meeting for a work session. This session includes a discussion with the Kansas Municipal Energy Agency regarding city utilities and rate studies.
- Discussion with Kansas Municipal Energy Agency (KMEA) regarding City utilities and rate studies
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The commission will review the Fire Department's five-year strategic plan and consider adopting a City Commission Strategic Plan. Officials will also receive an update on the Pilla Park CDBG project and a presentation on FY 2024 budget forecasting.
- Adoption of Eudora Fire Department Five-Year Strategic Plan
- Adoption of the City Commission Strategic Plan
- Presentation regarding FY 2024 budget forecasting
- Update regarding the Pilla Park CDBG Project scope
- Approval of warrants from June 7 to June 20, 2024
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will hold a special meeting for a work session. The commission will meet with the Kansas Municipal Energy Agency regarding future Capital Improvement Projects and city utilities.
- Discussion with Kansas Municipal Energy Agency (KMEA) regarding future Capital Improvement Projects and City utilities
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The City Commission will review the Regional Pedestrian Plan for Eudora, Baldwin City, and Lecompton. The commission will also consider adopting a new Civil Rights and Fair Housing policy and awarding a pavement management contract.
- Awarding the 2024 Pavement Management Program to Byrne & Jones Construction
- Adoption of a policy regarding Civil Rights and Fair Housing
- Consideration of Resolution 2024-12 for the Regional Pedestrian Plan
- Reappointment of Chief Mindy Andrasevits to the Local Emergency Planning Committee
- Renewal of contract with the City of Eudora Prosecutor
Planning Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora Planning Commission will consider an asphalt parking lot extension for the Eudora School District bus storage facility at 1002 Elm St. This proposal follows a previous denial of a gravel-surfaced plan. City staff recommends approval of the revised asphalt design.
- Asphalt parking lot extension for Eudora School District bus storage (1002 Elm St)
- Approval of April 3, 2024, meeting minutes
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to consider variance applications regarding side yard setbacks in the Single Family Residential District. The board will also swear in two members and elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman.
- Variance application for side yard setbacks: Lot 8 Walnut St
- Variance application for side yard setbacks: Lot 9 Walnut St
- Variance application for side yard setbacks: Lot 10 Walnut St
- Oath of office for Kristine Schnebly and Lewis Cox
- Election of Board Chairman and Vice Chairman
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission is meeting to consider several business items, including authorizing a contract with VIESTE for economic development services, a resolution allowing alcohol at a city park for the 2024 CPA Picnic, and a grant application through the KDOT SRTS program. They will also receive reports on housing stabilization, staffing, employee survey results, and a quarterly budget report. A work session will cover updates on Nottingham Center Development and the South Eudora traffic study.
- Consider Resolution 2024-10 authorizing alcohol at a City park for the 2024 CPA Picnic
- Consider authorizing City Manager to contract with VIESTE for economic development services
- Consider Resolution 2024-11 for a KDOT SRTS grant application
- Receive presentation from Douglas County Housing Stabilization Collaborative & Resource Navigation
- Work session: update on Nottingham Center Development and South Eudora traffic study results
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on alcohol sales at the 2024 Main Street Market, vacating utility easements at 2203 Church St., issuing Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Paschal's Landing development, and adopting a redevelopment plan for the Nottingham TIF District. They will also receive a traffic study for south Eudora and handle routine consent items.
- Resolution 2024-07 permitting alcohol at 2024 Main Street Market
- Public hearing and Ordinance 1158 to vacate utility easements at 2203 Church St.
- Public hearing and Resolution 2024-08 for Industrial Revenue Bonds for Paschal's Landing
- Public hearing and Ordinance 1159 for Nottingham TIF District redevelopment plan
- Traffic study findings for south Eudora
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will consider a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month, Ordinance 1157 for voluntary annexation of 1278 E 2200 Rd, and actions from the April 8 work session. Consent items include approving minutes, police and fire reports, and awarding a mowing contract to Harrell Lawn Care for $85,250 over five years. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Consider Ordinance 1157 for voluntary annexation of 1278 E 2200 Rd
- Award Harrell Lawn Care the 2024-2028 mowing contract for $85,250
- Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Approve March 2024 police and fire department reports
- Approve warrants from March 22 to April 4, 2024
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will hold a work session to discuss transitioning the Fire Department to a full-time staffing model using a FEMA SAFER grant. The grant would fund 12 additional full-time staff for three years, costing an estimated $1.3 to $1.5 million annually. The discussion will cover current staffing gaps, coverage compliance, and long-term financial projections.
- Discussion of SAFER grant to add 12 full-time firefighter positions
- Estimated annual cost of $1.3-$1.5 million for new staffing
- Current coverage gaps: 19 days in January, 21 days in February 2024
- NFPA 1720 compliance currently at 10.75 responders vs. 15 required
- General Fund projections show potential deficits by 2029 in slow-growth scenarios
Planning Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora Planning Commission will consider a voluntary annexation petition from property owner Aaron Thakker for land at 1278 E 2200 Rd. The property is surrounded by city limits on three sides and would fill in the city boundary. Staff recommends approval, and the commission may vote to recommend Ordinance 1157 to the City Commission. The meeting also includes consent items, public comments, and routine reports.
- Voluntary annexation petition for 1278 E 2200 Rd (6.526 acres) from Aaron Thakker
- Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 1157 for annexation
- Annexation complies with K.S.A. 12-520 and Eudora Comprehensive Plan
- No redevelopment plans for the property at this time
- Consent item: approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will consider adopting Resolution 2024-05 to set a public hearing for vacating utility easements at 2203 Church Street to accommodate USD 491 school improvements. They will also receive a quarterly update from the Chamber of Commerce, consider updating the Special Benefits District, and hear a presentation on a residential development at 10th and Peach St. A work session will discuss service provision impacts from development.
- Resolution 2024-05: set public hearing for vacating utility easements at 2203 Church Street (USD 491)
- Resolution 2024-06: update City of Eudora Special Benefits District
- Presentation on Residential Development Project at 10th and Peach St.
- Quarterly update from Eudora Chamber of Commerce
- Warrants against the City from March 8-21, 2024
Planning Commission Agendas and Packets
The Planning Commission will review the activation of a Tax Increment Financing plan for the Nottingham Redevelopment District. The agenda also includes several requests for parking lot extensions at Eudora High School, USD 491 offices, and the school district bus storage facility.
- Nottingham TIF Plan for Project Area 1 ($6,950,000 estimated cost)
- Parking lot extension/construction at 1310 Winchester Rd
- Parking lot extension/construction at 2203 Church St
- Gravel parking lot extension at 2203 Church St
- Gravel parking lot extension at 1002 Elm St
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will consider authorizing the City Manager to sign a new interlocal agreement for the Douglas County Emergency Communication Center, which changes the funding model and governance. They will also consider a contract for a traffic study in south Eudora and receive a presentation on the Douglas County Climate Action Plan. The agenda includes routine consent items and public comments.
- Authorize City Manager to execute Douglas County Emergency Communication Center Interlocal Agreement
- Contract with CFS Engineers, PA for a traffic study in south Eudora
- Presentation on Douglas County Climate Action Plan
- Approve minutes of February 12, 2024 meeting
- Approve warrants from February 9-22, 2024
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The City Commission will review a quarterly budget report for fiscal year 2023 and receive updates on staffing and the Douglas County Climate Action Plan. The Commission may also authorize a contract with PEC for on-call planning services and discuss a follow-up regarding Eudora Township.
- Quarterly budget report covering Q1-Q4 of Fiscal Year 2023
- Authorization for City Manager to contract with PEC for on-call planning services
- Approval to sell items in a 2024 Purple Wave auction
- Presentation on the Douglas County Climate Action Plan
- Quarterly staffing update regarding new hires and certifications
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will consider several items, including a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month, approval of 2024 Downtown Grant Program Awards, and an ordinance updating the 2023 zoning map. A public hearing will be held on establishing a Reinvestment Housing Incentives District (RHID) for the Shadow Ridge North development. The agenda also includes consent items for minutes and warrants.
- Consider Ordinance 1156 updating the 2023 Zoning Map
- Public hearing on Ordinance 1157 establishing Shadow Ridge North RHID
- Consider 2024 Downtown Grant Program Awards
- Proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month
- Approve warrants from January 5-18, 2024
City Commission Agendas and Packets
The Eudora City Commission will hold its first 2024 meeting, including oaths for re-elected commissioners, election of mayor and vice mayor, and several business items. They will consider a new patrol vehicle purchase, a contract for CDBG work on Pilla Park, procurement policies for the RAISE grant, and appointments to the Planning Commission. The agenda also includes routine consent items like minutes, police report, and warrants.
- Oath of office for re-elected commissioners Tim Bruce, Alex Curnes, Roberta Lehmann
- Election of mayor and vice mayor
- Resolution 2024-02 on procurement policies for RAISE grant project
- Contract with Governmental Assistance Services for CDBG surveying for Pilla Park
- Authorization to purchase new patrol vehicle for Police Department