Manhattan public meetings in 2025

Human Rights Advisory Board

The Human Rights Advisory Board will call the meeting to order, record attendance, and hear public comments. It will approve the minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting and receive a liaison update on 2026 meeting dates. The board will consider any proposed new business, set the next meeting for March 25, 2026, and then adjourn.

• Approval of Meeting Minutes: 09/24/2025
• Liaison Update: 2026 Meeting Dates
• Proposed New Business (unspecified)
• Next Meeting scheduled for March 25, 2026

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission will consider a consent agenda of routine items including claims payments, licenses, and ordinances. The meeting will also address a rezoning request for 520 McCall Road and amendments to the Manhattan Development Code.

• Approve Claims Register No. 3108 for $4,120,312.48
• Approve Ordinance No. 7801 amending Fuchsia Aggieville Resident Zone
• Authorize Contract Amendment No. 1 with JEO Consulting Group for Design Review Services
• Award construction contract to ABcreative, Inc. for CiCo Park playground materials
• Consider Ordinance No. 7803 rezoning 520 McCall Road from Light Industrial to Industrial Commercial Services

The Manhattan City Commission unanimously approved a $4,120,312.48 claims payment, several new licenses, and a rezoning of 520 McCall Road from Light Industrial to Industrial Commercial Services. It also awarded a playground construction contract to ABcreative for CiCo Park and adopted multiple housing‑related agreement amendments. Additional actions included a surveillance camera license with Riley County Police, and appointments to the Cemetery Board and Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board.

• Approved Claims Register No. 3108 payment of $4,120,312.48 (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7803 rezoning 520 McCall Road to Industrial Commercial Services (5‑0)
• Awarded construction contract to ABcreative, Inc. for CiCo Park playground (5‑0)
• Approved surveillance camera license agreement with Riley County Police Department (5‑0)
• Authorized amendments to housing agreements for Lee Mill Village and LK Townhomes sites (5‑0)
• Approved multiple new licenses for beverage, merchant guard, and tree services (5‑0)
• Re‑appointed Eric Londeen to the Cemetery Board (5‑0)
• Appointed Jennifer Bergen to the Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board (5‑0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold public hearings to consider a rezoning of a 0.35‑acre parcel at 2005 Hunting Avenue, an amendment to remove Lots 1 and 2 of Manhattan Marketplace Shops at 214 Leavenworth Street and 300 N. 3rd Street, and a rezoning of those same sites to a Community Commercial district. The Board will forward recommendations on each item to the City Commission. A public input session will also be held for the annual review of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing on rezoning 0.35‑acre portion of Lot 3, Acacia Addition, Unit 1 at 2005 Hunting Avenue
• Public hearing on amendment to remove Lots 1 & 2 of Manhattan Marketplace Shops at 214 Leavenworth Street and 300 N. 3rd Street
• Public hearing on rezoning of 214 Leavenworth Street and 300 N. 3rd Street to Community Commercial district
• Public input session for the Annual Review of the Comprehensive Plan (file no. CPA-25-142)
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from the December 1, 2025 meeting

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board held a public hearing on a rezoning request for a 0.35‑acre portion of Lot 3, Acacia Addition, Unit 1 at 2005 Hunting Avenue, changing it from RL Low‑Density Residential to RL with an O‑UF University Fringe Overlay. Staff presented the request and recommended approval. Board members expressed concerns about historic review, traffic, and neighborhood character, but the minutes do not record a final vote or decision.

City Commission

The City Commission held a work session on December 9, 2025. Commissioners reviewed an update from the Riley County Police Department, the annual Floodplain Management Plan, and the 2025‑2026 snow operations plan. No formal action was taken, though public comment could be allowed if the Commission voted to permit it.

• Riley County Police Department update presentation
• Floodplain Management Plan annual review
• 2025‑2026 Snow Operations presentation

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to review the design for Taxiway Alpha. The board will also establish its meeting schedule for 2026 and discuss general aviation and military air service.

• Taxiway Alpha Design presentation by Diane Hofer of Olsson Inc
• Scheduling of 2026 Board Meetings
• Review of Air Service, General Aviation, and Military updates

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider routine agenda items. The board will vote to approve the minutes from its November 10, 2025 meeting. Staff will present the October monthly and financial reports, and the board will hear a presentation of the 2026 annual goals and meeting calendar. No other decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the November 10, 2025 board meeting
• October monthly report
• October financial report
• Presentation of 2026 annual goals
• Presentation of 2026 annual meeting calendar

The board approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It then approved support for the Annual Goals Report with a 6‑0 vote. Finally, the board adopted the 2026 meeting calendar, also by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved support for the Annual Goals Report (6-0)
• Adopted 2026 Annual Meeting Calendar (6-0)

Partner City Advisory Board

The Partner City Advisory Board will approve the November 5, 2025 minutes and discuss several initiatives, including a fiscal sponsorship agreement with the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation, an art exchange, a school exchange, a mural project, and the Manhattan Spirit of Holidays Lighted Parade scheduled for Friday, December 5, 2025. No formal decisions are indicated beyond the consent agenda approval.

• Approval of Minutes – November 5, 2025
• Discussion: Fiscal Sponsorship with Greater Manhattan Community Foundation
• Discussion: Art Exchange
• Discussion: School Exchange
• Discussion: Manhattan Spirit of Holidays Lighted Parade – Friday December 5, 2025

The board approved the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission will adopt a consent agenda that includes routine items such as approving meeting minutes, a $5,362,730.71 claims payment, various licenses, and a $10 million industrial revenue bond ordinance. Commissioners will also consider funding recommendations for the 2026 Community Support Funds and a Sunflower Flats housing project with related land transfer and construction agreements. An executive session will be held to evaluate the City Manager.

• Approve $5,362,730.71 payment from Claims Register No. 3107
• Adopt Ordinance No. 7800 issuing up to $10 million in industrial revenue bonds for Flint Hills Ventures
• Authorize a contract up to $92,702 with Bartlett & West for Kimball Avenue improvements
• Approve 2026 Community Support Funds advisory board funding recommendations
• Authorize land transfer and development agreement for Sunflower Flats project with Manhattan Housing Authority

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, which included issuing not to exceed $10 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds (Ordinance No. 7800). They also approved the 2026 Community Support Funds advisory board funding recommendations. The Commission authorized a land transfer and development agreement for the Sunflower Flats project and transferred city property to the Manhattan Housing Authority. Additional approvals covered claims payments, final plat easements, and agreements for the Downtown Farmer’s Market and Darktrace security purchase.

• Approved consent agenda items, including $10 million industrial revenue bonds (5‑0)
• Approved Claims Register No. 3107 payment of $5,362,730.71 (5‑0)
• Approved 2026 Community Support Funds advisory board funding recommendations (5‑0)
• Authorized land transfer and development agreement for Sunflower Flats project (5‑0)
• Approved resolution transferring city property to Manhattan Housing Authority (5‑0)
• Approved agreement with Downtown Farmer’s Market for 2026 parking lot use (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of Darktrace security appliance and software (5‑0)
• Approved easements and rights‑of‑way on Final Plat of Brunner Addition, Unit One (5‑0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold public hearings on a rezoning request, a development code amendment, and a comprehensive plan. The board will provide recommendations or resolutions to the City Commission and Riley County.

• Rezoning of 520 McCall Road (7.30 acres) from Light Industrial to Industrial/Commercial Services District
• Amendment to Manhattan Development Code regarding floodplain regulation exemptions for manufactured homes
• Adoption of Riley County Together - Comprehensive Plan 2040

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board approved the consent agenda minutes, rezoned 7.3 acres at 520 McCall Road to an Industrial/Commercial Services district, amended the Manhattan Development Code to add floodplain exemptions for manufactured homes, and adopted a resolution supporting the Riley County Together Comprehensive Plan 2040. All motions passed unanimously except the consent agenda, which passed 4–0–1.

• Approve consent agenda minutes (4-0-1, Buser abstaining)
• Approve rezoning of 7.3 acres at 520 McCall Road to Industrial/Commercial Services (5-0)
• Approve amendment to Manhattan Development Code for floodplain exemptions (5-0)
• Approve resolution adopting Riley County Together Comprehensive Plan 2040 (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission is attending an intergovernmental luncheon. The primary agenda topic is a presentation on the Campus Master Plan by Lisa Johnson.

• Presentation on Campus Master Plan by Lisa Johnson

City Commission

The City Commission will consider amending the 2025 budget to rename the Industrial Promotion Fund and approve construction contracts for concrete maintenance and road reconstruction. The body will also vote on a rezoning request and a professional services agreement for a taxiway project.

• Approve $3,478,667.24 in claims payments
• Approve $1,108,671.82 construction contract for Hudson Avenue concrete maintenance
• Approve $62,499.09 increase to Walters Drive reconstruction contract
• Approve $1,213,800 professional services agreement for Taxiway Alpha Reconstruction
• Approve Ordinance No. 7797 amending 2025 City Budget

The commission adopted several ordinances, including a budget amendment, a fund rename, and a rezoning change. It also approved major construction contracts and a professional services agreement for airport work. All actions were approved by a 4‑0 roll‑call vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 7797 amending the 2025 City Budget (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7798 renaming the Industrial Promotion Fund to the Industrial Development Fund (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7799 rezoning a tract from University & College District to Mixed-Use District (4-0)
• Awarded $1,108,671.82 construction contract to Cheney Construction Inc. for Hudson Avenue Concrete Maintenance Project; authorized change orders up to $55,433.59 (4-0)
• Authorized $62,499.09 increase to Stallbaumer Contracting for Walters Drive Reconstruction Project (4-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement $1,213,800.00 with Olsson, Inc. and Resolution 111825‑B for Taxiway Alpha Reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7794 repealing Ordinance No. 7757 and amending the Manhattan Development Code (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7795 amending parking and standing regulations near school sites (4-0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will vote on routine consent items, including approval of the November 3 meeting minutes and the final plat for the Brunner Addition Unit 1 replat (0.97 acre, Lot 6, Murray Addition, 5111 Murray Road). The board will also hold a work session to review the draft Riley County Together Comprehensive Plan 2040 and gather feedback. Additional agenda items include staff planning updates and scheduling the next meeting for December 1, 2025.

• Approve minutes of the November 3, 2025 Planning Board meeting
• Approve final plat of Brunner Addition Unit 1, a 0.97‑acre replat of Lot 6, Murray Addition, 5111 Murray Road
• Work session to review draft Riley County Together Comprehensive Plan 2040
• Planning staff updates
• Schedule next meeting for Monday, December 1, 2025

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board approved the November 3, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0‑1 vote (Nuss abstaining). It also approved the final plat for the Bunner Addition, Unit One (1.2‑acre) with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The board discussed the Riley County Comprehensive Plan and set a public hearing for December 1, 2025. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved November 3, 2025 minutes (5-0-1, Nuss abstaining)
• Approved final plat for Bunner Addition, Unit One (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing on Riley County Comprehensive Plan for Dec 1, 2025 (no vote recorded)

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will consider and act on a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Acacia Parking Lot and addition. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes, elect a Vice‑Chair through May 2026, and receive a SHPO training presentation. Minor review items include interior remodel permits for 617 Houston Street and 214 S 4th Street, and a sign permit for 1531 Yuma Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: Acacia Parking Lot and Addition (action required)
• 617 Houston Street interior remodel building permit (minor review)
• 1531 Yuma Street sign permit (minor review)
• 214 S 4th Street interior remodel building permit (minor review)
• SHPO training presentation by Gwen Perney (no action required)

The Historic Resources Board approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting with a 3‑0‑2 vote. The board also appointed Mike Hoover as Vice Chair through May 2026, passing the motion 5‑0. No other decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Appointed Mike Hoover as Vice Chair through May 2026 (5-0)

Housing Appeals Board

The Manhattan Housing Appeals Board will review the minutes from its July 10, 2025 meeting and hear public comments. It will consider two appeals filed by the owner of 1625 Pierre who contests the requirement to comply with IPMC 404.3. The first appeal concerns a measured ceiling height of 6’2” at the basement apartment door, and the second concerns a measured ceiling height of 5’11.25” at the basement bathroom door.

• Appeal #1 – Owner of 1625 Pierre challenges IPMC 404.3 compliance; ceiling height at basement apartment door measured 6’2”
• Appeal #2 – Owner of 1625 Pierre challenges IPMC 404.3 compliance; ceiling height at basement bathroom door measured 5’11.25”
• Review and act on minutes from the July 10, 2025 annual meeting

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider approving the minutes from its October 13, 2025 meeting. Staff will present the September monthly and financial reports. New business includes a Parks Division update and a review of fall programs. The board will also discuss topics for the 2026 annual goals and meeting calendar.

• Approval of minutes from Oct 13, 2025 meeting
• September monthly report
• September financial report
• Parks Division update
• Fall programs review

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board voted 5-0 to approve the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting. The board then heard staff updates on park operations, staffing projections, and fall athletics programs, and discussed cost‑recovery goals. No other motions or votes were recorded.

• Approved October 13, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Partner City Advisory Board

The Manhattan Partner City Advisory Board will discuss appointing a new staff liaison and potential fiscal sponsorship with the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation. The meeting will also cover topics including an art exchange, school exchange, and two community festivals.

• Discussion: New Staff Liaison
• Discussion: Fiscal Sponsorship with Greater Manhattan Community Foundation
• Discussion: Art Exchange
• Discussion: School Exchange
• Discussion: October Flint Hills Beer Festival

The Partner City Advisory Board approved the October 1, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0 vote. The board then adjourned the meeting at 4:55 p.m. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remaining agenda items were discussed only.

• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of the October 21 meeting minutes and a $6,666,902 claims payment. It will also adopt ordinances authorizing up to $8.5 million in industrial revenue bonds for Flint Hills Ventures, LLC and additional bonds for the Flint Hills Breadbasket project at 2326 Skyvue Lane, along with new business‑improvement‑district fees. Additional actions include awarding a $78,150 well‑rehabilitation contract and a $220,630 bulk road‑salt purchase, and authorizing a naming‑rights agreement for the CiCo Ballfield Complex.

• Approve Claims Register No. 3105 payment of $6,666,902.00
• Approve Ordinance No. 7790 issuing not‑to‑exceed $8.5 million in IRBs for Flint Hills Ventures, LLC
• Approve Ordinance No. 7791 issuing IRBs for the Flint Hills Breadbasket project at 2326 Skyvue Lane
• Award construction contract of $78,150 to Charles Sargent Irrigation, Inc. for the 2025 Well Rehabilitation Project
• Award purchase agreement of $220,630 to Independent Salt Company for the 2025‑2026 bulk road‑salt order

The City Commission approved several financial and contractual actions, including $8.5 million in industrial revenue bonds for Flint Hills Ventures. It also approved additional bonds for the Flint Hills Breadbasket project, business improvement district fees, a $6,666,902 claims payment, and a $500,000 naming‑rights donation for the CiCo Ballfield Complex. Construction and bulk‑road‑salt contracts were awarded, and a memorandum with Kansas State University for tree planting was adopted. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 7790 issuing up to $8.5 M industrial revenue bonds for Flint Hills Ventures (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7791 issuing industrial revenue bonds for Flint Hills Breadbasket project (5-0)
• Approved Ordinances Nos. 7792-7793 to levy 2026 Business Improvement District service fees (5-0)
• Approved Claims Register No. 3105 payment of $6,666,902.00 (5-0)
• Awarded $78,150 construction contract for 2025 Well Rehabilitation Project, with authority for up to $50,000 change orders (5-0)
• Awarded $220,630 purchase agreement for 2025-2026 bulk road salt order (5-0)
• Authorized naming‑rights agreement for CiCo Ballfield Complex with Steel and Pipe Supply, receiving a $500,000 check (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Kansas State University for tree planting and care within rights of way (5-0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold two public hearings to consider amendments to local development codes. One hearing will address a correction to the Manhattan Development Code, and the other will consider changes to short‑term rental standards in the Riley County Land Development Regulations. The board will also review a consent agenda that includes approval of meeting minutes and a 1.2‑acre re‑plat of the Happy Valley Addition at 2223 Tuttle Creek Blvd.

• Approve minutes from the October 20, 2025 MUAPB meeting (Consent Agenda).
• Approve the final plat for Happy Valley Addition, Unit Two, a 1.2‑acre re‑plat at 2223 Tuttle Creek Blvd (file SUB-25-106).
• Public hearing on amendment to the Manhattan Development Code (file DCA-25-108).
• Public hearing on amendment to section 5.2 of Riley County Land Development Regulations concerning short‑term rentals (file RCF-24-037).

The board approved the consent agenda items, including the October 20 minutes and the final plat for Happy Valley Addition Unit Two, with a 6‑0‑0 vote. It then recommended approval of Riley County short‑term rental regulation amendments and will forward the recommendation to the County Commissioners, passing 6‑0. Finally, the board recommended approval of updates to the Manhattan Development Code density tables, also passing 6‑0.

• Approved minutes of Oct 20, 2025 meeting (6‑0‑0)
• Approved final plat of Happy Valley Addition, Unit Two at 2223 Tuttle Creek Blvd (6‑0‑0)
• Recommended approval of Riley County short‑term rental amendments (6‑0)
• Recommended approval of Manhattan Development Code density updates (6‑0)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting for an intergovernmental luncheon to discuss regional programs and cultural assets. The session includes presentations on the Heartland Certified Public Manager Program and K-State cultural assets.

• Heartland Certified Public Manager (CPM) Program presentation by Greg McKinley
• Discussion of K-State cultural assets featuring McCain Auditorium, Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art, and K-State Gardens
• Review of legislative items of interest

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a bond issuance for Ascension Health Alliance. The body will also consider rezoning requests for properties on North Scenic Drive and North 11th Street, and receive the 2024 City Audit results.

• Public hearing for Resolution 102125-F to approve up to $1.407 billion in bonds for Ascension Via Christi Hospital
• Approval of $5,852,499.84 in claims from October 3 to October 16, 2025
• Issuance of up to $60 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Meadowlark Hills
• Construction contract of $1,364,412.83 to Cheney Construction, Inc. for 2025 Concrete Maintenance Phase III
• Rezoning requests for North Scenic Drive/Anderson Avenue and 300 North 11th Street/1020 Leavenworth Street

The commission authorized a $1.407 billion 501(c)(3) bond package for Ascension Via Christi Hospital. It also approved major rezoning actions, industrial revenue bonds, a building‑permit fee waiver, and a construction contract. Additional items included a holiday display agreement and an extension of the public‑comment period.

• Approved Resolution 102125-F authorizing up to $1.407 billion in bonds for Ascension Via Christi Hospital (5‑0 vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7787 rezoning a tract to Business Commercial and Ordinance No. 7788 amending the Stonecreek Commercial PUD (5‑0 vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7786 issuing up to $60 million in industrial revenue bonds and a sales‑tax exemption (3‑1‑1 vote)
• Approved waiver of the building‑permit fee for 2011 Claflin Road renovation, $8,378.08 (3‑1‑1 vote)
• Awarded a $1,364,412.83 construction contract to Cheney Construction for the Concrete Maintenance Contract Phase III (no vote recorded)
• Approved a Holiday Display Agreement with Whoville, Inc. for the 2025 Festival of Lights (no vote recorded)
• Extended the public‑comment period by 15 minutes (4‑1 vote)
• Approved payment of claims from Oct 3‑16 2025 totaling $5,852,499.84 (no vote recorded)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for a 15.7-acre tract and proposed changes to residential density tables in the development code. The board will also consider a final plat for a business center replat.

• Rezoning of Champions Gate (15.7 acres at NE corner of Kimball Avenue and College Avenue) from University & College District to Mixed Use District
• Amendment to Manhattan Development Code regarding residential density tables and non-owner-occupied child care homes
• Final plat for Stonecreek Business Center, Unit Five (5.10-acre replat at SE corner of Scenic Drive & Anderson Avenue)

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board approved the final plat for Stonecreek Business Center (7‑0). It also approved the rezoning of the 15.7‑acre Champions Gate site to a Mixed‑Use district (6‑0). The board adopted amendments to the Manhattan Development Code to correct residential density tables and allow non‑owner‑occupied child‑care homes (7‑0). All consent‑agenda items were approved.

• Approved minutes of Oct 6, 2025 meeting (6‑0‑1)
• Approved final plat for Stonecreek Business Center, Unit Five (7‑0‑0)
• Approved rezoning of Champions Gate to Mixed‑Use district (6‑0)
• Approved amendment to Manhattan Development Code density tables and child‑care use (7‑0)

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board will consider approving the minutes from its July 17, 2025 meeting. It will hear a revenue report from the Sexton and receive an update on cemetery improvement projects. The board will also open a public comment period and consider any new business items.

• Approve minutes of the July 17, 2025 regular meeting
• Public comment period
• Sexton's revenue report
• Cemetery improvements update (old business)
• New business items (unspecified)

The board voted to approve the minutes from the July 17, 2025 regular meeting with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. No other actions were formally approved, denied, or postponed. The board discussed the upcoming cemetery improvement plan and road repairs, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)

Community Support Funds Advisory Board

The Community Support Funds Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting. The board will then discuss applications for the Social Services Fund. No other decisions are scheduled. The meeting will be televised live on Cox Cable Channel 3 and posted online.

• Approval of minutes – October 1, 2025
• Deliberation of Social Services Fund applications

The Community Support Funds Advisory Board approved the October 1 minutes (8‑0). It then approved the presented funding recommendations for social services agencies, giving each agency some funding and several increases from last year (8‑0). The board also voted to adjourn the meeting (8‑0). No public comments were received.

• Approved October 1 minutes (8-0)
• Approved social services fund recommendations as presented (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board is holding a routine meeting to approve prior minutes, receive a finance update from the City of Manhattan, and hear a director's update. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is mostly procedural.

• Approve minutes from July 15, 2025 meeting
• City of Manhattan Finance update
• Director Update

Aggieville Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will confirm a quorum, approve the July 15, 2025 minutes, and receive updates on city finance, including the Business Improvement District, and a director’s report. Board members may provide comments before the meeting adjourns.

• Approve minutes from July 15, 2025 meeting
• City of Manhattan finance update (BID update)
• Director update
• Comments from the Board

Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board

The Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board will review the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. They will consider old business including the FHDC Outdoor Classroom Renovation Project and reports from FHDC and its foundation. New business includes an update to the 2026 budget and changes to the ASTC Passport Program membership effective January 1. The board will also set dates for the 2026 quarterly meetings.

• FHDC Outdoor Classroom Renovation Project (old business)
• FHDC Report (old business)
• FHDC Foundation Report (old business)
• 2026 Budget update (new business)
• ASTC Passport Program – FHDC membership changes on January 1 (new business)

The advisory board approved the meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved changes to the 2026 membership structure and fees, including new pricing for senior, adult, and family memberships, with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned. The outdoor classroom renovation contractor recommendation will be presented to the City Commission on October 21, 2025.

• Approved meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2026 membership structure changes (5-0)
• Motion to adjourn carried

Municipal Audit Board

The Manhattan Municipal Audit Board will meet to establish a quorum, approve minutes from a prior meeting, and receive a finance update including the 2024 audit results and an Enterprise Resource Planning system update.

• Approve minutes from July 15, 2025 meeting
• 2024 Audit Update
• ERP Update
• Next meeting scheduled for January 13, 2026

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the 3rd Quarter Move MHK! goal report and presentation. The board will also receive updates on the Sunset Zoo, athletics, and the 2025 year-end aquatics report.

• 3rd Quarter Move MHK! Goal Review
• Sunset Zoo Update
• Aquatics 2025 Year-End Report
• Athletics 2025 Update
• Grant Letter of Support

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. The board also voted 6‑0 to support a letter to the Kansas Department of Water Resources for the Trailhead Improvement Signage project. No other motions were taken. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Supported letter to KDWP for Trailhead Improvement Signage project (6-0)

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission will consider a range of routine and substantive items, including approval of claims payments, utility rate changes, and several ordinances related to stormwater, housing bonds, and property acquisition. A public hearing will be held on the LK Townhomes project, and the commission will adopt a comprehensive zoning map revision that rezones several tracts to Public/Institutional, Downtown Commercial, and Land Reserve districts. Additional actions include appointing members to city boards and approving professional engineering services contracts.

• Approve Claims Register No. 3103 authorizing payment of $5,829,168.12 for claims dated Sep 12‑Oct 2, 2025.
• Approve Ordinance No. 7777 and No. 7778 amending water and sewer rates, charges, and development fees effective Jan 1, 2026.
• Approve Ordinance No. 7780 issuing Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for projects at 827 Moro Street and 1011 Laramie Street.
• Approve Ordinance No. 7781 authorizing acquisition by condemnation of private property for the Anderson Avenue, Water, Street and Stormwater Improvements Project.
• Approve Ordinance No. 7782 adopting a comprehensive zoning map revision rezoning tracts to PI‑1, PI‑2, CD, and LR districts.

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, which included a $5,829,168.12 claims payment, several utility‑rate and stormwater ordinances, a professional engineering services contract, and appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic Resources Board, and Housing Appeals Board. They also approved Resolution 100725‑C authorizing multifamily housing revenue bonds for the LK Townhome project and a ten‑year property‑tax abatement agreement with Frontier Development Group and related parties. Additional motions approved a grant agreement with the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation for moderate‑income housing and a Workforce Housing Sales Tax grant agreement, all passing unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda items (claims payment $5,829,168.12, Ordinances 7774‑7779, 7780‑7781, professional services $52,000 & $80,950, board appointments); motion 5‑0 (Resolution 100725‑B 4‑0‑1)
• Approved Resolution 100725‑C authorizing multifamily housing revenue bonds for the LK Townhome site and a ten‑year tax‑abatement agreement; vote 5‑0
• Approved agreement with Kansas Housing Resources Corporation for a Moderate Income Housing grant for LK Townhomes and Lee Mill Village; vote 5‑0
• Approved Workforce Housing Sales Tax grant agreement and amendment to the Land Transfer and Development Agreement for the Lee Mill Village site; vote 5‑0

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two requests from the Stonecreek Business Center Association. The board will also review a remanded rezoning request for properties on North 11th Street and Leavenworth Street.

• Public hearing for PUD-25-107 to amend Stonecreek Business Center lot requirements and signage regulation
• Public hearing for REZ-25-097 to rezone 5.91 acres at Scenic Drive & Anderson Avenue to Business Commercial District
• Review of remanded rezoning for 300 North 11th Street and 1020 Leavenworth Street to Low-Density Residential Attached

The board approved its consent agenda unanimously. It also approved an amendment to the Stonecreek Business Center and a rezoning of the Stone Creek Business Center PUD, each by a 6‑0 vote. However, a motion to recommend approval of the rezoning of 300 North 11th Street and 1020 Leavenworth Street failed with a 3‑3 tie, resulting in the request being forwarded as a disapproval. No other actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0-0)
• Approved amendment to Stonecreek Business Center (remove lots) (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of Stone Creek Business Center PUD and Lot 3 (6-0)
• Failed motion to recommend approval of rezoning of 300 N 11th St and 1020 Leavenworth St (3-3 tie, disapproval forwarded)

Partner City Advisory Board

The Partner City Advisory Board will meet to discuss several community projects and partnerships. The agenda includes discussions on fiscal sponsorship and various cultural and educational exchanges.

• Fiscal sponsorship with Greater Manhattan Community Foundation
• Art and school exchanges
• Mural and City Park Flag Plaza discussions
• Flint Hills Beer Festival (October 18, 2025)
• Manhattan Spirit of Holidays Lighted Parade (December 5, 2025)

The Partner City Advisory Board met on October 1, 2025 with a quorum present. The board approved the consent agenda, including the September 3, 2025 minutes, by a 5‑0 vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates and discussions on fiscal sponsorship, art exchange, school exchange, a mural project, the City Park Flag Plaza, the Flint Hills Beer Festival, and the Spirit of Holidays parade. The meeting was adjourned at 4:55 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda, including September 3, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Community Support Funds Advisory Board

The Community Support Funds Advisory Board will meet to conduct agency interviews for Social Services Fund applicants. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from September 17, 2025.

• Interviews for Social Services Fund applicants

The board voted 9‑0 to approve the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the October 1 meeting also passed 9‑0. The next meeting was scheduled for October 15, 2025.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)
• Set next meeting for October 15, 2025

Human Rights Advisory Board

The Human Rights Advisory Board will open the meeting, record attendance, and hear public comments. It will vote to approve the minutes from the June 25, 2025 meeting. The board will receive a liaison update (none reported) and consider any proposed new business, though no specific items are listed. The next meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2025.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 06/25/2025
• Public comments from community members
• Liaison update: No update provided
• Discussion of proposed new business (no details listed)
• Next meeting set for December 17, 2025

City Commission

The City Commission held a work session on September 23, 2025. Commissioners listened to updates from Kansas State University and the Riley County Police Department. No formal action was taken; the session is for discussion and staff presentations only.

• Kansas State University update – presentation and optional public comment, no action required
• Riley County Police Department update – monthly report and presentation with optional public comment, no action required

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission will meet for an intergovernmental luncheon at Rockin K’s. After introductions, commissioners will hear a presentation on K‑State Enrollment Management recruitment efforts by Karen Goos. The agenda also includes discussion of legislative items of interest, miscellaneous announcements, and planning of future agenda topics.

• K‑State Enrollment Management (Recruitment Efforts) presentation by Karen Goos, KSU
• Discussion of legislative items of interest
• Miscellaneous discussion items and announcements
• Consideration of potential agenda topics for the October 27 meeting

City Commission

The City Commission and county representatives will meet to discuss a housing market study and potential reinvestment housing incentive districts. The meeting also includes a presentation on community land trusts from Habitat for Humanity.

• Housing Market Study Overview
• Reinvestment Housing Incentive Districts Scenario
• Habitat for Humanity Community Land Trusts presentation

Community Support Funds Advisory Board

The Community Support Funds Advisory Board will meet to deliberate on special alcohol fund applications. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Commission Room at City Hall.

• Deliberation on Special Alcohol Fund Applications
• Approval of September 3, 2025 minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025

The board approved the September 3, 2025 minutes by an 8‑0 vote. It then accepted the special alcohol fund recommendations, rounding each agency’s amount to the nearest ten dollars and directing the remaining $436 to USD 383, also by an 8‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with an 8‑0 vote and the next meeting was scheduled for October 1, 2025.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (8‑0)
• Accepted special alcohol fund recommendations, rounded amounts, and allocated remaining $436 to USD 383 (8‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (8‑0)

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission will approve routine items such as meeting minutes, a $3,721,231.89 claims payment, and construction contracts. Commissioners will hold public hearings on the revenue‑neutral tax rate, adopt a property tax rate above that level, and adopt Ordinance No. 7772 for the 2025 City Budget and the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes a rezoning proposal for two lots on 300 North 11th Street and 1020 Leavenworth Street, and an amended development agreement for the 716 Moro Street housing project.

• Approve Claims Register No. 3102 payment of $3,721,231.89
• Award $164,375.87 contract to InLine Construction for Warner Memorial Park Trailhead and Loop (PR2111) with authority for up to $50,000 in change orders
• Rescind contract to Surgeon Construction for Concrete Street Repairs Task Order (ST2512)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 7772 adopting the 2025 City Budget and Resolution No. 091625‑C adopting the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Program
• Approve Ordinance No. 7773 rezoning two lots at 300 North 11th Street and 1020 Leavenworth Street

The City Commission voted 5‑0 to adopt Resolution 091625‑B, raising the property tax rate above the revenue‑neutral level. It also approved the consent agenda, which included payment of $3,721,231.89 in claims, acceptance of easements for The Highlands at Grand Mere, award of a $164,375.87 contract to InLine Construction and rescission of a contract with Surgeon Construction, and several infrastructure agreements and board appointments.

• Adopted Resolution 091625‑B levying a property tax rate above revenue‑neutral (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
• Approved payment of $3,721,231.89 claims (as part of consent agenda)
• Accepted easements and rights‑of‑way for The Highlands at Grand Mere (as part of consent agenda)
• Awarded $164,375.87 contract to InLine Construction for Warner Memorial Park Trailhead (as part of consent agenda)
• Rescinded contract with Surgeon Construction for Concrete Street Repairs (as part of consent agenda)
• Authorized agreements for infrastructure at Cedarhurst Subdivision and Morgan Cats Addition (as part of consent agenda)
• Approved appointment of Debora Madsen to the Historic Resources Board (as part of consent agenda)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will approve the minutes from its September 4, 2025 meeting and consider a final plat for the 12.54‑acre Highlands at Grand Mere, Unit Four, along with a replat of lots 27‑29 in Unit One at 5204‑5220 MacLeod Circle. The request, filed by Timothy Schultz of LO Land Company LLC (file no. SUB-25-007), will be evaluated for compliance with Subsection 26‑9C‑2F of the Manhattan Development Code. The agenda also includes staff planning updates, board member comments, and a public comment period.

• Approve minutes of the September 4, 2025 Planning Board meeting
• Consider final plat of Highlands at Grand Mere, Unit Four (12.54 acres)
• Consider replat of lots 27‑29, Highlands at Grand Mere, Unit One (5204‑5220 MacLeod Circle)
• Public comments session
• Staff planning updates

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board approved the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0‑2 vote. It also approved the final plat of Highlands at Grand Mere, Unit Four (12.54 acres) and the replat of lots 27‑29 at Unit One with a unanimous 6‑0‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-2)
• Approved Highlands at Grand Mere, Unit Four plat and Unit One replat (6-0-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Manhattan Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve past meeting minutes, hear staff reports, and discuss new business including winter recreation programs and consolidation of the Douglass Community Board. No formal decisions are scheduled on major projects.

• Consider approval of August 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review July Monthly Report and June Financial Report
• Preview Winter Recreation Programs
• Discuss PRAB – Douglass Board Consolidation with draft bylaws and ordinance

The board approved the amended minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting unanimously (6-0). A motion to recommend adopting the consolidation of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board with the Douglass Board resulted in a 3-3 tie, so no recommendation was adopted. A separate motion to add two members and ask the mayor to make a good‑faith effort for geographic representation was withdrawn before a vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved amended minutes of August 11, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Tie (3-3) on recommendation to adopt consolidation of Parks & Rec Advisory Board with Douglass Board – no recommendation
• Motion to add two members and request mayor good‑faith effort withdrawn

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding zoning map revisions for city- and school district-owned lots and an unzoned tract. The board will also conduct work sessions to provide feedback on Riley County land development regulations and a Comprehensive Plan update.

• Public hearing for comprehensive Zoning Map revision (file no. REZ-25-085) to change lots to PI-1 and PI-2 and fix designations in SE downtown
• Work session on proposed amendments to Riley County Land Development Regulations regarding short-term rentals (file no. RCF-24-037)
• Work session on the 2025 year-to-date report for the Comprehensive Plan Update (file no. RCF-25-104)

The board approved the consent agenda, including the August 18 minutes, with a 5‑0‑0 vote. It then removed a rezoning amendment from the table and, after a public hearing with no comments, voted 5‑0 to approve the amendment (file REZ-25-085) changing city‑ and school‑district owned lots to PI‑1 and PI‑2 zones and fixing other designations in southeast downtown. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes of Aug 18, 2025) (5‑0‑0)
• Approved rezoning amendment REZ-25-085 for SE downtown (5‑0)

Partner City Advisory Board

The Manhattan, KS Partner City Advisory Board will meet to conduct routine business including officer elections and a consent agenda. The board will also discuss several cultural exchange initiatives, including updates on Czechia students at KSU, fiscal sponsorship with the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation, and plans for art and school exchanges.

• Election of Officers
• Status Update: Czechia Students at KSU
• Discussion: Fiscal Sponsorship with Greater Manhattan Community Foundation
• Discussion: Art Exchange
• Discussion: School Exchange

The board voted 4‑0 to elect Vern Wirka as Chair and Ali Zakrzewski as Vice Chair. The consent agenda, including approval of the May 7, 2025 minutes, was approved 4‑0. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:05 p.m.

• Elected Vern Wirka as Chair (vote 4-0)
• Elected Ali Zakrzewski as Vice Chair (vote 4-0)
• Approved consent agenda and May 7, 2025 minutes (vote 4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:05 p.m.

Community Support Funds Advisory Board

The Community Support Funds Advisory Board will meet to conduct agency interviews for applicants of the Special Alcohol Fund. The board will also review minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting.

• Interviews for Special Alcohol Fund applicants
• Approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes

The Community Support Funds Advisory Board approved the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting with a 9‑0 vote. No other actions were taken. The board then adjourned the September 3 meeting unanimously.

• Approved August 20, 2025 minutes (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission will meet to decide on several items including rezoning six lots to Community Commercial, authorizing condemnation for a sidewalk project, and providing direction on a survey for an indoor aquatics project. The meeting will also approve routine claims, licenses, and professional services agreements.

• Approve Ordinance No. 7770 rezoning six lots and two unplatted tracts from Village Plaza PUD and Plaza West PUD to Community Commercial (CC) and Land Reserve (LR) District
• Approve Ordinance No. 7771 for condemnation of private property for the Fort Riley Boulevard Sidewalk Gap Project (PD2201)
• Approve Resolution No. 090225-A for Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds and sales tax exemption for MOD 4, LLC's Vattier Flats project
• Approve Resolution No. 090225-B for eminent domain to acquire easements for Anderson Avenue water and stormwater improvements
• Provide direction on a draft survey for an indoor aquatics project

The City Commission unanimously approved Resolution 090225-A, authorizing multifamily housing revenue bonds and a sales‑tax exemption for MOD 4, LLC's Vattier Flats project. It also approved Ordinance 7771 to condemn property for the Fort Riley Boulevard sidewalk gap project. Additional consent‑agenda items were approved, including a $5,238,143.33 claims payment, a Target Store off‑premises license, rezoning ordinance 7770, a professional services contract up to $74,940, a KDOT grant for the K‑18/Fort Riley Blvd project, and an agreement with the Miami Children’s Museum.

• Approved Resolution 090225-A (multifamily housing bonds & sales‑tax exemption) (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 7771 for condemnation of property for Fort Riley Blvd sidewalk gap (5‑0)
• Approved Claims Register No. 3101 payment of $5,238,143.33 (5‑0)
• Approved annual Cereal Malt Beverages Off‑Premises License for Target Store T‑1821 (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7770 rezoning six lots and two tracts (5‑0)
• Approved professional services agreement up to $74,940 with WSKF, Inc. (5‑0)
• Accepted KDOT CCLIP grant for K‑18/Fort Riley Blvd Mill & Overlay Project (5‑0)
• Approved agreement with Miami Children’s Museum for traveling exhibit (5‑0)

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission will hold a work session to discuss two key topics: Aggieville waste services and the 2026 budget. No formal decisions will be made, but the commission may provide direction. Public comment may be allowed on specific items if a majority votes to permit it.

• Discuss Aggieville Waste Services RFQ and consolidated waste approach
• Discuss 2026 budget direction

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting for an intergovernmental luncheon to discuss local burn permit processes and receive an update from the Kansas Forest Service. The meeting also includes a review of legislative items and planning for a future discussion on K-State enrollment management.

• Local Burn Permit Process presentation by Riley County Emergency Management
• Kansas Forest Service update
• Discussion of legislative items of interest
• Planning for September 22 meeting regarding K-State Enrollment Management

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will consider adopting a final draft of the Historic Preservation Plan and provide comments on the nomination of the Rex Arms Building to the National Register of Historic Places. The meeting will also include approval of prior meeting minutes and a discussion of future agenda items.

• Review final draft of Historic Preservation Plan for adoption
• Recommendation on Rex Arms Building nomination to National Register
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Discussion of future agenda items
• Public comments deadline: Aug 21, 2025

The board approved the minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It voted 4‑0 to recommend that the City Commission adopt the Manhattan Historic Preservation Plan, adding the condition that investigation of neighborhood conservation districts be restored. It also voted 4‑0 to recommend approval of the nomination of the Rex Arms Building at 1531 Leavenworth for the National Register of Historic Places.

• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Recommended City Commission adopt Historic Preservation Plan with conservation district investigation restored (4‑0)
• Recommended approval of Rex Arms Building nomination to National Register (4‑0)

Community Support Funds Advisory Board

The Community Support Funds Advisory Board will review annual funding applications for social services and special alcohol. The board will also discuss interview schedules for these applicants.

• Review of 2026 annual funding applications for social services and special alcohol
• Discussion of special alcohol and social services interview schedules

The board approved the June 4, 2025 minutes with an 8‑0‑1 vote, John Ball abstaining. Members agreed to review each 2026 funding application and forward agency questions to staff for the upcoming interviews. Interview schedules for special alcohol (Sept 3) and social services (Oct 1) were presented. The meeting was adjourned by a 9‑0 vote.

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (8-0-1, John Ball abstaining)
• Agreed to review 2026 funding applications and relay questions to staff liaison
• Presented interview schedule for special alcohol agencies (Sept 3)
• Presented interview schedule for social services agencies (Oct 1)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission will meet to approve routine claims payments totaling $4,907,509.70 and consider several land-use actions, including final plats for new subdivisions and incentives for a low-income housing tax credit project. The body will also vote on ordinance amendments, resolutions for a special event permit and eminent domain for a highway pedestrian project, and a utility billing software contract.

• Approve $4,907,509.70 in claims payments (Aug 1–14, 2025)
• Approve incentives for Unger LIHTC project: waive building permit and utility connection fees
• Approve Master Services Agreement with SpryPoint for utility billing software
• Accept final plats for Acacia Addition Unit 1, Morgan Cats Addition, Westwood Hills Addition Unit 3, and Manhattan Corporate Technology Park Unit 5
• Authorize eminent domain for K-18 Highway Pedestrian Improvements Project (PD2201)

The Manhattan City Commission approved a master subscription agreement with SpryPoint Services for utility billing software. It also accepted easements for the Acacia Addition Unit 1, approved several ordinances and resolutions, and made board appointments and removals. Additional items such as a claims payment of $4,907,509.70 and a real‑estate donation were also approved.

• Approved Consent Agenda (excluding Acacia Addition D1) – vote 4‑0
• Accepted easements for Acacia Addition Unit 1 and authorized restrictive covenant – vote 3‑0‑1 (Adamchak abstained)
• Approved Master Subscription Agreement with SpryPoint Services for utility billing software – vote 4‑0
• Approved Claims Register No. 3100 payment of $4,907,509.70
• Approved Ordinance No. 7768 (temporary parking permits) and Ordinance No. 7769 (fireworks) as part of consent agenda
• Approved Resolution No. 081925‑A (beer garden for Clydesdale Parade) and Resolution No. 081925‑B (eminent domain for K‑18 Highway Pedestrian Improvements) as part of consent agenda
• Authorized donation of a 4‑acre parcel adjacent to Ledgestone Park to Stone Pointe Land Company
• Removed Laura Delfelder from Cemetery Board and appointed Matiullah Shinwari to Housing Authority Board

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will review a consent agenda of routine items and hold public hearings on two zoning changes: a map amendment for downtown and a rezoning of 40.5 acres.

• Approve final plats for Acacia Addition, Westwood Hills Addition, and Manhattan Corporate Technology Park
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for downtown SE area
• Public hearing on rezoning 40.5 acres to Community Commercial and Land Reserve Districts

The Planning Board approved the final plats for Acacia Addition Unit One, Westwood Hills Addition Unit 3, and Manhattan Corporate Technology Park Unit 5, each by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved a rezoning of 40.5 acres from commercial PUDs to Community Commercial and Land Reserve districts, again 6‑0. A public hearing to amend the zoning map for city‑ and school‑district lots was tabled until the September 4 meeting, also by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved final plat of Acacia Addition Unit One (2005, 2015, 2023 Hunting Ave) – 6‑0
• Approved final plat of Westwood Hills Addition Unit 3 (2001 Poyntz Ave) – 6‑0
• Approved final plat of Manhattan Corporate Technology Park Unit 5 (5951 Corporate Drive) – 6‑0
• Approved minutes of the August 4, 2025 Planning Board meeting – 6‑0
• Approved rezoning of 40.5 acres from Plaza West Commercial PUD & Village Plaza Commercial PUD to CC and LR districts – 6‑0
• Tabled public hearing to amend zoning map for City‑ and school‑district lots to PI‑1 and PI‑2 – 6‑0

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a request for an exception regarding off-street parking. The board will determine if the request meets specific review criteria for exceptions.

• Public hearing for an exception at 821 Poyntz Avenue to reduce required off-street parking spaces from 44 to 20

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to receive a presentation and provide direction on the 2026 budget. No formal action will be taken during this session.

• 2026 budget discussion

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to elect a Board Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also receive updates regarding airlines and a new website.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Airline update from Brennan Walter
• New website update from Kim Boice
• Approval of May 12, 2025 minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review summer recreation programs and receive updates on the Flint Hills Discovery Center and Bluemont Hill Park Shelter. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting.

• Bluemont Hill Park Shelter discussion
• Summer Recreation Programs Review
• Flint Hills Discovery Center Update
• Approval of July 14, 2025 meeting minutes

The board voted 6-0 to approve the July 14 minutes with an amendment changing the wording about board support. It also voted 6-0 to recommend that the city commission partner with the local Kiwanis Chapter to build a shelter at the Bluemont Scenic Overlook.

• Approved July 14 minutes with amendment (6-0)
• Recommended Kiwanis partnership for Bluemont Scenic Overlook shelter (6-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on several rezoning ordinances and infrastructure project awards. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of a public utility easement in the 1200 block alley between Laramie Street and Moro Street.

• Payment of claims from July 9 to July 31, 2025, totaling $8,838,556.32
• Rezoning of 5111 Murray Road to Industrial Commercial Services (ICS) District
• Construction contract of $1,529,037.85 to Double J Construction, LLC for WBBWM Additions Improvements
• Construction contract of $537,363.00 to Shilling Construction Company, Inc. for 2025 Asphalt Maintenance, Phase II
• Purchase of automated electric mowers for $119,792.16 from SiteOne Landscape Supply, LLC

The Commission approved a series of ordinances and resolutions, including rezoning several properties, vacating a public utility easement, and annexing a 3.21‑acre tract at 4790 Skyway Drive. It also authorized payment of $8.84 million in claims, accepted a $119,792 Energy and Conservation Block Grant purchase, and awarded construction contracts totaling over $2 million. All items on the consent agenda were adopted, and the annexation and easement vacancy were approved by roll‑call votes.

• Approved Claims Register No. 3099 payment of $8,838,556.32 (no vote recorded)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7762 amending the Manhattan Urban Area Comprehensive Plan (3‑0‑1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7763 rezoning 5111 Murray Road to Industrial Commercial Services (3‑0‑1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7764 rezoning Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community to Mixed‑Use (3‑0‑1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7767 vacating a public utility easement in the 1200‑block alley (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 080525‑I annexing 3.21 acre at 4790 Skyway Drive (4‑0)
• Awarded $537,363 contract to Shilling Construction for Phase II asphalt maintenance (no vote)
• Accepted $119,792.16 Energy and Conservation Block Grant purchase from SiteOne Landscape Supply (no vote)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold public hearings on two concurrent plat requests. The board will also consider an amendment to the Zoning Map for city- and school district-owned lots.

• Zoning Map amendment to change city- and school district-owned lots to PI-1 and PI-2 (REZ-25-085)
• Public hearing for Unger Addition, Unit 1, 6.54 acres at 2323 Anderson Avenue (SUB-25-061)
• Public hearing for Morgan Cats Addition, 17.68-acre plat (SUB-25-064)

The board approved the consent agenda, adopting the July 17, 2025 minutes and initiating a zoning map amendment to reclassify city and school district lots to PI-1 and PI-2 and correct SE downtown designations, with a 6‑0‑0 vote. The board approved the concurrent plat for the Unger Addition at 2323 Anderson Avenue after a public hearing, with a 6‑0 vote. The board also approved the concurrent plat for the Morgan Cats Addition, with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda, including July 17, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Initiated zoning map amendment to change lots to PI-1 and PI-2 (6-0-0)
• Approved Unger Addition concurrent plat, 6‑0
• Approved Morgan Cats Addition concurrent plat, 6‑0

Historic Resources Board

The board will review a draft of the Historic Preservation Plan and provide feedback. The meeting also includes a minor review of an addition at 723 Houston Street.

• Review of draft Historic Preservation Plan
• Minor review of 723 Houston Street Addition

The Historic Resources Board approved the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0‑1 vote (one abstention). No other items were voted on; the board discussed the draft preservation plan, public comments, and a minor review but took no formal action.

• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding an intergovernmental luncheon to discuss agenda topics. The primary scheduled topic is a presentation from USO-Kansas at Fort Riley.

• Presentation by USO-Kansas Executive Director Amanda Schmidt and Area Operations Manager Charlene Hertzog

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a work session to receive updates and provide direction on several items. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Riley County Police Department update
• Visit Manhattan second quarter update
• Discussion and direction on revised request for LK Townhomes project
• Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan update, aquatics survey, and CICO partnerships

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a joint meeting with county representatives. The agenda consists of a City Manager update.

• City Manager update

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board will meet to elect officers and receive a report from the sexton regarding revenue. The board will also discuss improvements to Manhattan Cemeteries.

• Election of Officers
• Sexton’s Report on revenue
• Discussion of Manhattan Cemeteries Improvements

The Cemetery Board approved the minutes of the January 16 and February 24 meetings (5-0). Members elected Dustin Duntz as Chair and Eric Londeen as Vice‑Chair (each 5-0). The board voted to recommend the removal of Ms. Laura Defelder as a board member (5-0). The new All Funeral Services software was reported as operational as of July 1.

• Approved Jan 16 and Feb 24 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Elected Dustin Duntz as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Eric Londeen as Vice‑Chairperson (5-0)
• Recommended removal of Ms. Laura Defelder as board member (5-0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and one plat application. The board will also consider an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan regarding parks and recreation.

• Rezoning of 55.84 acres at 2121 Meadowlark Road from PUD to Mixed Use District
• Rezoning of 0.17 acres at 330 Vattier Street to include Established Neighborhood Overlay
• Rezoning of 0.97 acres at 5111 Murray Road to Industrial/Commercial Service District with Airport Overlay
• Concurrent plat for Cedarhurst of Manhattan on a 15.07-acre lot on the west side of Kimball
• Comprehensive Plan amendment to include the Move MHK! Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board approved several rezoning requests and a concurrent plat. It also adopted a comprehensive plan amendment for the Move MHK! Parks and Recreation Master Plan. All motions passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Approved rezoning of 2121 Meadowlark Road to Mixed Use District (6‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 330 Vattier Street to Medium‑Density Residential with O‑EN overlay (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 5111 Murray Road to Industrial/Commercial Service District with Airport Overlay (7‑0)
• Approved concurrent plat for Cedarhurst of Manhattan (15.07‑acre) (7‑0)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment to incorporate Move MHK! Parks and Recreation Master Plan (7‑0)
• Approved consent agenda minutes of June 30, 2025 (4‑0‑3)

Aggieville Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates from the City of Manhattan Finance department and the Director.

• Approval of April 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• City of Manhattan Finance update
• Director Update

The Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. A finance update reported a $17,000 advance, a $37,738 request and receipt, and a remaining balance of $11,314. Michael Chen agreed to pay for the Loco Lime BID as the landlord. The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 AM and the next meeting was set for October 14, 2025.

• Approved minutes from 4/15/25 (5-0)
• Michael Chen agreed to pay for the Loco Lime BID (no vote)

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss issuing Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Wareham Hall project and a lease for 300 parking stalls in the Downtown Parking Garage. The body is also considering a resolution to levy a property tax that exceeds the Revenue Neutral Rate.

• Public hearing on Industrial Revenue Bonds and tax abatement for the Wareham Hall project
• Resolution No. 071525-B to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for property taxes
• Payment of claims totaling $6,779,830.16 and $3,403,410.09
• Ordinance No. 7761 amending the Mercy Regional Hospital Planned Unit Development
• Contract increase of $23,689.63 with Olgoonik Enterprises, LLC for Houston Street Improvements

The City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included two large claims payments of $6,779,830.16 and $3,403,410.09, an easement for the Islamic Center of Manhattan Complex, Ordinance No. 7761 for the Mercy Regional Hospital PUD, a $23,830 amendment for Schwab Eaton engineering services, a $23,689.63 increase for the Houston Street Improvements contract, and the appointment of Kelm Lear to the Human Rights Advisory Board. The motion passed 5‑0.

• Approved Claims Register No. 3097 payment of $6,779,830.16 (5-0)
• Approved Claims Register No. 3098 payment of $3,403,410.09 (5-0)
• Accepted easement and rights‑of‑way for Islamic Center of Manhattan Complex (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7761 amending Mercy Regional Hospital PUD (5-0)
• Authorized $23,830 contract amendment with Schwab Eaton for waterline and storm sewer projects (5-0)
• Authorized $23,689.63 increase to Houston Street Improvements contract with Olgoonik Enterprises (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Kelm Lear to the Human Rights Advisory Board (5-0)

Municipal Audit Board

The Municipal Audit Board will meet to receive updates on the City of Manhattan's 2024 audit. The board will also discuss staffing and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) updates.

• 2024 Audit Update
• Staffing and ERP Update
• Approval of February 24, 2025 meeting minutes

The Municipal Audit Board approved the minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting. Rick Jankovich moved to approve, Jayme Minton seconded, and the motion passed with a 4-0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved February 24, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:35 p.m.

Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to review financial updates and a director's report. The board will also consider proposed changes and approve minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting.

• City of Manhattan Finance update
• Director update regarding proposed changes
• Approval of April 15, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting unanimously. It decided to carry the five unpaid BID fees over to the next fiscal year and to continue monthly follow‑up on payments. The board unanimously accepted the proposed DBID district changes, extending the periphery down Poyntz to 9th Street and expanding the core into the 300 and 400 blocks of Houston Street.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Carried overdue BID fees to next year and will continue monthly follow‑up
• Accepted proposed DBID district changes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to elect officers and discuss the Fall Recreation Preview. The board will also review the 2025 2nd Quarter Move MHK! goals and the Riverfront Move MHK! plan.

• Election of officers
• 2025 2nd Quarter Move MHK! Goal Review
• Riverfront Move MHK! Plan
• Fall Recreation Preview
• Welcome of new board member Bruce Snead

The board approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. Members re‑elected Nick Lander as Chair and Joe Knopp as Vice‑Chair, each also approved by a 5‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved June 2 minutes (5-0)
• Re‑elected Nick Lander as Chair (5-0)
• Re‑elected Joe Knopp as Vice‑Chair (5-0)

Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will meet to discuss admission and membership changes and the 2026 budget. The agenda includes updates on the Sculpture Trail and the Outdoor Classroom Renovation Project.

• Admission and membership changes
• Outdoor Classroom Renovation Project presentation to City Commission on August 5
• Sculpture Trail update
• 2026 Budget update
• Annual Report to Parks and Rec Advisory Board on August 4

The board approved the prior meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. Members approved the revised 2026 membership fee structure and categories with a 5‑0 vote. The outdoor classroom renovation project and the 2026 budget were discussed but no vote was taken. Two board seats became vacant as members’ terms ended.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved 2026 membership structure changes (5‑0)
• Meeting adjourned at 5:00 pm

Housing Appeals Board

The Housing Appeals Board will review the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) adoption. The board may provide a recommendation to the City Commission regarding this adoption.

• Review of 2024 IPMC code adoption
• Potential recommendation to City Commission on 2024 IPMC adoption
• Annual election of officers
• Review and action on August 14, 2024 meeting minutes

The Housing Appeals Board approved the August 14, 2024 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. The board voted 3‑0 to write a letter to the City Commission supporting adoption of the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code. Members elected Bill Muir as Chair and Jeff Connell as Vice‑Chair, each by a 3‑0 vote, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved letter supporting 2024 IPMC code adoption to City Commission (3-0)
• Elected Bill Muir as Chair (3-0)
• Elected Jeff Connell as Vice‑Chair (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Manhattan Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a fence exception. The board will also elect a Vice-Chairperson.

• Public hearing for an exception at 1330 N. 11th Street to allow a fence over three feet in height within the front-yard setback (Applicant: Craig Archambeau, file no. EXC-25-066)
• Election of Officer for the Vice-Chairperson

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a work session to review the City Manager's proposed 2026 budget. The body will provide direction on funding, though no formal action will be taken during this session.

• City Manager's proposed 2026 budget presentation and funding direction

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding conditional use and PUD amendments for signage. The board will also review a final plat for a property replat.

• Final plat for Islamic Center of Manhattan Complex at 1224 Hylton Heights Drive
• Conditional use permit for digital graphic signs at 410 Poyntz Avenue (Wareham Hall)
• PUD amendment for banner and flag signs at 1823 College Avenue (Mercy Regional Health Center)

The board approved the minutes from the June 12 meeting and the final plat for the Islamic Center at 1224 Hylton Heights Drive. It approved a conditional use permit for digital graphic signs at 410 Poyntz Avenue by a 4–0 vote. It also approved an amendment to the Mercy Regional Health Center PUD that limits feather flag signs to a nine‑month period starting March 1, also by a 4–0 vote. The next meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2025.

• Approved minutes of June 12, 2025 meeting (3‑0‑1)
• Approved final plat of Islamic Center at 1224 Hylton Heights Drive (4‑0)
• Approved conditional use permit for digital graphic signs at 410 Poyntz Avenue (4‑0)
• Approved Mercy Regional Health Center PUD signage amendment, limiting feather flag signs to nine months starting March 1 (4‑0)

Human Rights Advisory Board

The Human Rights Advisory Board will meet to conduct internal organizational business. The board is scheduled to elect officers and introduce a new member.

• Introduction of new member Dr. Stephanie Jacobs
• Election of officers
• Approval of March 26, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. The members reappointed Lakesha James as Chair, passing the motion 6‑0. Julie Gabbard was elected Vice Chair, also passing 6‑0. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Reappointed Lakesha James as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Julie Gabbard as Vice Chair (6-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss utility rates and the 2026 budget. No formal action will be taken during this meeting, though the Commission may provide general direction on the items presented.

• Discussion of water and wastewater rates
• Discussion of stormwater rates
• 2026 budget and assessed valuation overview

City Commission

The City Commission is holding an intergovernmental luncheon to discuss the Comprehensive Plan update. The meeting also includes time for legislative items of interest and miscellaneous announcements.

• Comprehensive Plan update presentation by Amanda Webb

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will determine if the rehabilitation of the Wareham Theater/Wareham Office Building meets federal historic standards. The board will also receive feedback on facilities plans for the Houston-Pierre Historic District.

• Rehabilitation review for 410-414 Poyntz Avenue (Wareham Theater/Wareham Office Building)
• Work session on Seven Dolors Facilities Plan in the Houston-Pierre Historic District
• Minor review of 624 Pierre Street (Seven Dolors) basement remodel
• Minor review of 431 Poyntz (Barry’s Drug) remodel

The Historic Resources Board approved the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes with a correction (vote 4‑0). The board also voted that the rehabilitation proposal for 410‑414 Poyntz Avenue meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Historic Property (vote 4‑0). Earlier minutes from March and April were left unapproved due to insufficient attendance.

• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes with correction (4‑0)
• Found 410‑414 Poyntz Ave rehabilitation meets Secretary of Interior standards (4‑0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding industrial revenue bonds for a housing project at 716 Moro Street. The body is also considering an ordinance to establish a Downtown Consumption Area (CCA) for alcoholic beverages.

• Payment of claims from May 28 - June 10, 2025, totaling $7,611,351.06
• Construction contracts for street repairs with Surgeon Construction, LLC (up to $400,000) and Shilling Construction Company, Inc. (up to $400,000)
• Construction contract of $648,121.00 to Shilling Construction for 2025 Asphalt Maintenance Phase 1
• Grant agreement with Zachary and Michelle Burton for Workforce Housing Sales Tax funds for 1000 Moro Street
• Ordinance No. 7759 establishing parking rates and max fees in the Aggieville Garage

The City Commission approved its consent agenda, which included the June 3 minutes, a $7,611,351.06 claims payment, a fireworks display license, parking garage rate changes, several street‑repair contracts, a grant agreement for the 1000 Moro Street housing project, and two inter‑county MOUs. Commissioners also approved Resolution 061725‑B and an Economic Development Agreement to issue industrial revenue bonds for the 716 Moro Street housing project. Ordinance 7760 amending the code to establish a Downtown Common Consumption Area was adopted by a 3‑2 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, $7,611,351.06 claims payment, fireworks license, parking garage ordinance, multiple street‑repair contracts, grant agreement, MOUs) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Resolution 061725‑B and Economic Development Agreement for 716 Moro Street housing project – vote 5‑0
• Approved Ordinance 7760 establishing Downtown Common Consumption Area – vote 3‑2
• Awarded up to $400,000 contract to Surgeon Construction, LLC for Concrete Street Repairs (ST2512) – approved
• Awarded up to $400,000 contract to Shilling Construction Company, Inc. for Asphalt Street Maintenance (ST2513) – approved
• Awarded $648,121 contract to Shilling Construction with change‑order authority up to $32,406.05 for Asphalt Maintenance Phase 1 (ST2514) – approved
• Awarded contract to Michael Edward Hays d/b/a Economy Carpentry, Painting & Concrete for sidewalk panel repair services – approved
• Approved fireworks display license for Astro Enterprises, LLC – approved

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will consider final plans for a mixed-use development and a property replat. The board will also hold a work session to discuss proposed amendments to Riley County Land Development Regulations regarding short-term rentals.

• Final development plan for Ag Press mixed-use development at 1531 Yuma Street
• Final plat of Thomas Addition Unit 1 near Marlatt Avenue and College Avenue
• Extension of validity for Ag Press Preliminary Development Plan
• Work session on short-term rental amendments to Riley County Land Development Regulations
• Tabling of public hearing for digital graphic sign at 410 Poyntz Avenue (Wareham Hall)

The board approved the final plat that combines Lots 39A‑40B of the Sam N. Rogers Subdivision into a single lot. It also approved an extension for the Ag Press preliminary development plan and the final development plan for the Ag Press mixed‑use project. The conditional‑use permit for a digital graphic sign at 410 Poyntz Avenue was tabled. All consent‑agenda items were adopted with the recorded vote totals.

• Approved extension of validity for Ag Press preliminary development plan (5‑0‑1, Buser abstaining)
• Approved final development plan for Ag Press mixed‑use project (5‑0‑1, Buser abstaining)
• Approved final plat of Thomas Addition Unit 1, replatting four lots into one (6‑0)
• Approved minutes of May 22, 2025 meeting (5‑0‑1, Karl abstaining)
• Motion to remove Thomas Addition item from consent agenda passed (6‑0)
• Motion to approve remainder of consent agenda passed (vote not recorded)
• Tabled public hearing for conditional‑use permit at 410 Poyntz Avenue (6‑0)
• Approved extension to period of validity for Ag Press preliminary development plan (5‑0‑1, Buser abstaining)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a work session to receive updates on two infrastructure projects. No formal action will be taken, though the Commission may provide direction on incentives for the Wareham Hall renovation.

• Update on Wastewater Treatment Plant Solids Treatment Upgrade and Expansion Project (SS1907)
• Update and amended request for the Wareham Hall Renovation Project
• Discussion on Industrial Revenue Bonds for property tax abatement and economic development incentives for Wareham Hall

Community Support Funds Advisory Board

The board will meet to elect officers and approve the 2025 meetings calendar. Members will also discuss the application and review process for 2026.

• Election of officers
• Approval of October 16, 2024 minutes
• Approval of 2025 meetings calendar
• Discussion of 2026 application and review process

The board approved amendments to the Definitions and General Standards document, adding a new section that requires applications to be submitted by the deadline and agencies to attend interviews. The application deadline was changed to Monday, August 11 at 5:00 p.m. The board also elected Phil Mattox as chair and Lisa Sisley as vice chair for the next term, and approved the October 16 2024 minutes and the 2025 meeting calendar. The meeting was adjourned at 6:29 p.m.

• Amended Definitions and General Standards document to add Application and Interview Requirements (6‑1, Julie Hatesohl voted against)
• Changed application deadline to Monday, August 11 at 5:00 p.m. (board directive)
• Elected Phil Mattox as chair for the next term (7‑0)
• Elected Lisa Sisley as vice chair for the next term (7‑0)
• Approved October 16 2024 minutes as amended (7‑0)
• Approved 2025 meetings calendar (7‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (7‑0)

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss a development agreement for public infrastructure improvements at 700 Poyntz Avenue. The body is also reviewing several ordinances regarding land annexation and housing incentives.

• Development agreement for public infrastructure at 700 Poyntz Avenue with Hartford LLC
• Payment of claims from May 14, 2025 – May 27, 2025, totaling $4,403,288.51
• Ordinance No. 7755 to annex 0.98 acres at 5111 Murray Road
• Ordinance No. 7756 to establish a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for LK Townhomes
• Contract increase of $157,528.85 with Double J Construction LLC for Tuttle Creek Boulevard North Channel Improvements

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, which included multiple ordinances, contracts, easements and an appointment. Mayor McCulloh proclaimed June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth. The Commission authorized a development agreement with Hartford LLC for public infrastructure improvements at 700 Poyntz Avenue.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, $4,403,288.51 claims payment, tree license, Ordinances 7755‑7757, Resolution 060325‑A, contract amendments, easement agreements, appointments) – vote 5‑0
• Mayor proclaimed June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth
• Authorized Mayor and City Clerk to execute development agreement with Hartford LLC for public infrastructure improvements at 700 Poyntz Avenue and a restrictive covenant – vote 5‑0
• Approved appointment of Alexandria Zakrzewski to the Partner City Advisory Board – vote 5‑0
• Recessed into executive session to discuss terms of agreement with Local 2275 International Association of Fire Fighters – vote 5‑0
• Recessed into executive session to discuss City Manager performance – vote 4‑0
• Adjourned the meeting – vote 5‑0

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review staff reports and discuss several new business items. The board is scheduled to address a land donation from Schultz and the development of a community survey regarding indoor aquatics.

• Schultz Land Donation
• Indoor Aquatic Community Survey Development
• Douglass Center Update
• Spring Recreation Programs Review
• April Monthly and Financial Reports

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the minutes of the May 5, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. The board then recommended accepting a 4‑acre land donation from the Schultz Family to be added to Ledgestone Park, with the motion carried 5‑0. No other actions were voted on; discussions on Douglass Center bylaws and an indoor aquatic survey were informational only.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended accepting 4‑acre Schultz Family land donation for Ledgestone Park (5-0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Manhattan Development Code. The board will consider changing the name, modifying design standards, and removing review steps for the Urban Commercial (UC) district.

• Public hearing for Manhattan Development Code amendment DCA-25-046 regarding the Urban Commercial (UC) district

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board approved the initiation and final adoption of an amendment to the Manhattan Development Code that changes the name, design standards, and review steps for the Urban Commercial (CU) district (file no. DCA-25-046). The amendment was modified to include an alternative parking provision. Both the modification and the final amendment were approved unanimously (6‑0). The consent agenda, including approval of the May 8, 2025 minutes, also passed.

• Approved consent agenda minutes of May 8, 2025 (5‑0‑1, Carver abstaining)
• Initiated amendment to the Manhattan Development Code for Urban Commercial (CU) district (6‑0‑0)
• Modified amendment to add alternative parking provision (6‑0)
• Approved amendment with the modifications (6‑0)

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission will meet to decide on a $44.58 million bond issuance for infrastructure projects, approve a rezoning request for 2323 Anderson Avenue, and consider a reinvestment housing incentive district for the LK Townhomes project. The meeting also includes routine approvals like claims payments, final plats, and appointments to city boards.

• Approve $44,580,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2025-A for 14 public improvement districts and 7 capital projects
• Approve rezoning 2323 Anderson Avenue from Business Commercial (BC) to High-Density Residential (RH) District
• Approve $5,895,977.36 in claims payments for April 30–May 13, 2025
• Approve first reading of ordinance annexing 0.98-acre tract at 5111 Murray Road
• Consider establishing Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for LK Townhomes project

At the May 20, 2025 meeting, the commission approved a $44.58 million General Obligation Bond ordinance to fund fourteen public improvement districts and seven capital projects. The commission also approved several ordinances and resolutions, including rezoning of 2323 Anderson Avenue to high‑density residential, the sale of a city lot to Amazon.com Services LLC, and the authorization of industrial revenue bonds for the Moro Townhome project. All items on the consent agenda were adopted by a 5‑0 roll‑call vote.

• Approved Bond Ordinance No. 7749 issuing $44,580,000 General Obligation Bonds for 14 public improvement districts and 7 capital projects
• Approved Charter Ordinance No. 66 repealing Ordinances 58 and 59 and setting municipal court costs and fees
• Approved Ordinance No. 7751 amending Code of Ordinances Section 2‑18
• Approved Ordinance No. 7752 amending sections related to the Aggieville Parking Garage and establishing free parking
• Approved Ordinance No. 7753 repealing Ordinance No. 7737 and amending the Manhattan Development Code
• Approved Ordinance No. 7754 rezoning 2323 Anderson Avenue from Business Commercial to High‑Density Residential
• Approved Resolution No. 052025‑D authorizing Industrial Revenue Bonds and a sales‑tax exemption for the 1000 Moro Townhome project
• Approved purchase agreement and Resolution No. 052025‑L to sell Lot 12 in the Business Park to Amazon.com Services LLC

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will determine if a proposed sign package for 410-414 Poyntz Avenue meets federal rehabilitation standards. The board will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair for one-year terms.

• Review of 410-414 Poyntz Avenue (Wareham Hall) Sign Package
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Historic Preservation Plan Update

The Historic Resources Board met with a quorum but, because of a shortage of members present, it tabled the actions to approve the minutes from the March 24 and April 28, 2025 meetings. No formal decision was made on the Wareham Hall sign project; the board only discussed the proposal.

• Tabled approval of March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (shortage of members present)
• Tabled approval of April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (shortage of members present)

Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board

The board will meet to discuss current board matters and provide updates on activities, programs, and facilities. The meeting includes a review of the March 6, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Approval of March 6, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of the current Douglass Advisory Board
• Updates on Juneteenth activities
• Updates on Everybody Counts programs

The board approved the minutes of the March 6, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It then voted 4‑0 to dissolve the Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board. The board discussed having representation when City Commissioners consider the dissolution, but no further action was taken.

• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Dissolved Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board (4-0)

City Commission

This is a work session, so no formal action will be taken. The Commission will discuss private workforce housing projects funded by the sales tax, receive an update on 2025 street maintenance and construction projects, and provide direction on the guaranteed maximum price for the Manhattan Cemeteries Improvements Project (PR2334). Public comment may be allowed on specific items by a procedural vote.

• Discussion of private workforce housing project requests under the Workforce Housing Sales Tax
• Update on 2025 Street Maintenance and Construction Projects
• Discussion and direction on the Guaranteed Maximum Price for Manhattan Cemeteries Improvements Project (PR2334)

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from February, receive an operations update from Eric Peters, and review a passenger demand analysis from Brandon Keazer. The board will also discuss routine business including air service, general aviation, and military matters, and be reminded that officer elections will occur at the August meeting.

• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2025
• Operations update by Eric Peters
• Passenger demand analysis by Brandon Keazer
• Reminder of officer elections at August 11 meeting
• Routine business on air service, general aviation, military

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The board will hold a public hearing and decide on a Residential Use Designator-Country Estate for a 52.2-acre tract east of McDowell Creek Road. The consent agenda includes approval of the final plat for Lee Mill Village, Unit 5, a 13.03-acre replat at South Wreath Avenue and Oakbrook Place. A work session will discuss amending the Manhattan Development Code to modify design standards and remove review steps for the Urban Commercial district. The board will also hold its annual organizational meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair.

• Final plat approval for Lee Mill Village, Unit 5 (13.03-acre replat) at South Wreath Avenue and Oakbrook Place
• Public hearing for Residential Use Designator-Country Estate on 52.2 acres east of McDowell Creek Road
• Work session on amending the Manhattan Development Code for Urban Commercial district design standards and review steps
• Annual election of chair and vice-chair

The board approved the consent agenda, including the minutes of the April 24, 2025 meeting and the final plat for Lee Mill Village Unit 5. It approved a Residential Use Designator‑Country Estate for a 52.2‑acre tract south of Pillsbury Drive. The board elected Hannah Fehr as chair and Brad Buser as vice‑chair.

• Approved minutes of April 24, 2025 meeting (5‑0‑1)
• Approved final plat of Lee Mill Village Unit 5 (6‑0‑0)
• Approved Residential Use Designator‑Country Estate for 52.2‑acre tract (6‑0)
• Elected Hannah Fehr as chair (6‑0)
• Elected Brad Buser as vice‑chair (6‑0)

Partner City Advisory Board

The Partner City Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss fundraising efforts, an art exchange, a school exchange, and future projects. The board will also consider approving minutes from its April 2, 2025 meeting. No binding votes or financial actions are scheduled.

• Discussion: Fundraising
• Discussion: Art Exchange
• Discussion: School Exchange
• Discussion: Future Projects
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025

The board approved the April 2, 2025 minutes by a 4‑0 vote and later adjourned the meeting by a 4‑0 vote. Members agreed to provide a letter to the City Commission requesting permission to seek fiscal sponsorship through the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation. Ed Klimek offered a $1,000 donation to meet the minimum amount required to start the sponsorship fund.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (4-0)
• Decided to provide a letter to the City Commission requesting ability to seek fiscal sponsorship
• Member Ed Klimek offered to donate $1,000 to initiate the fiscal sponsorship fund

City Commission

The City Commission will consider accepting a Guaranteed Maximum Price totaling $13,319,036 for the Laramie Street improvement project (two phases) and a construction inspection agreement. They will hold public hearings on rezoning the Unger Complex at 2323 Anderson Avenue to High-Density Residential and on issuing sales tax exemptions and fee waivers for the Amber Pointe low-income housing project. The commission also may override the Planning Board's recommendation on amendments to the Manhattan Development Code. The consent agenda includes approval of claims totaling $4,156,340.69, several ordinances, and contracts for street and water improvements.

• Accept Guaranteed Maximum Price for Laramie Street Phase 1 ($5,439,282) and Phase 2 ($7,879,754) with BHS Construction
• Rezone 2323 Anderson Avenue (Unger Complex) from Business Commercial to High-Density Residential (first reading)
• Approve Resolution No. 050625-F for IRBs and sales tax exemption for Excel Development’s Amber Pointe low-income housing project
• Approve Resolution No. 050625-A authorizing bonds for two new fire apparatus and disposal of old units
• Approve professional services agreement up to $473,216 with BG Consultants for Anderson Avenue water, street, and stormwater improvements

The City Commission approved a $4,156,340.69 claim payment, an off‑premises license for Short Stop #12, and accepted easements on the Autumn Ridge final plat. It adopted several ordinances, including Ordinance No. 7745 on parking near the Lincoln Education Center (5‑0) and a first‑reading amendment to Section 2‑18 of the Code of Ordinances (4‑1). The Commission also authorized General Obligation bonds for new fire apparatus, awarded a $1,550,773.64 construction contract to T&M Concrete Construction Company, and confirmed appointments to the Airport Advisory Board and Historic Resources Board.

• Approved Claims Register No. 3093 payment of $4,156,340.69
• Approved annual off‑premises license for Short Stop #12
• Accepted Autumn Ridge final plat easements and drainage covenant
• Approved Ordinance No. 7745 (parking changes) – vote 5‑0
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Section 2‑18 – vote 4‑1
• Approved Resolution No. 050625‑A authorizing G.O. bonds for new fire apparatus
• Awarded $1,550,773.64 contract to T&M Concrete Construction Company
• Approved appointments of Richard Jankovich, Karen Rogers, and Jacqueline Spears

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss winter recreation programs, a 2025 recreation update, and future meeting dates. Staff will present March monthly and financial reports. Upcoming topics include a Douglass Center update, spring programs review, and development of an indoor aquatics community survey.

• Winter Recreation Programs Review
• Recreation Programs 2025 Update
• Indoor Aquatics Community Survey Development
• March Financial Report
• Douglass Center Update

The board approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved a revised meeting dates schedule, moving the PRAB meetings to the second Monday of each month starting in July, with the June meeting set for June 2. Both motions carried unanimously.

• Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved revised PRAB meeting dates schedule, moving to 2nd Monday starting July (7-0)

Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board

The Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting at the Community Room of the Douglass Activity Center in Manhattan, Kansas. The board will review minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting, hear public comments, discuss the current board, and receive updates on activities, programs, and facilities including Juneteenth and Everybody Counts.

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will receive a courtesy update on the Wareham Hall rehabilitation project from Blade Mages of Wareham Hall Inc.; no action is taken. The board also reviews a minor fence exception at 617 Colorado Street and considers approving minutes from the March 24 meeting. Updates on the Historic Preservation Plan, S.B. 227, and historic property deviations are provided. Future business includes election of officers in May.

• Wareham Hall rehabilitation project update (presentation, no action required)
• Minor review of fence exception at 617 Colorado Street (no action required)
• Approval of March 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Historic Preservation Plan update
• State legislation S.B. 227 update

The Historic Resources Board did not have a quorum, so the March 24, 2025 minutes were tabled. No other actions were approved, denied, or voted on. The board received updates on Wareham Hall, a fence exception, the historic preservation survey, Senate Bill 227, and property deviation processes. The meeting adjourned at 4:26 p.m.

• Prior meeting minutes (Mar 24, 2025) tabled (no quorum)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Manhattan Development Code addressing zoning hierarchy, terminology regularization, signs, and procedures. The board will also consider approval of the final plat for Autumn Ridge, an 11.9-acre residential subdivision south of Grand Champions on Grand Mere Parkway. Action on the code amendment is a recommendation to the City Commission.

• Public hearing on Manhattan Development Code amendment (file no. DCA-25-026) covering zoning hierarchy, terminology, signs, and procedures
• Final plat approval for Autumn Ridge, an 11.9-acre residential subdivision on the east side of Grand Mere Parkway (file no. SUB-25-021)

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board approved the consent agenda with a 6‑0 vote. The consent agenda included approval of the final plat for the 11.9‑acre Autumn Ridge residential subdivision. Discussion on amending bicycle‑parking requirements continued, but no vote was recorded.

• Approved consent agenda (6‑0)
• Approved final plat of Autumn Ridge subdivision (11.9 acres) (6‑0)
• Motion to amend bicycle‑parking requirements moved and seconded; no vote recorded

City Commission

The City Commission holds a work session to discuss two items: an update on the Blue Earth Plaza water feature and the stormwater program. No formal votes will be taken; the commission may give direction on stormwater priorities. Public comment is allowed on these items if the commission votes to permit it.

• Presentation and discussion of Blue Earth Plaza water feature update (no action)
• Presentation and discussion of Stormwater Program Update, with direction on future initiatives and priorities (no action)
• City Manager briefing on future agenda items and general updates (no public comment)

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board will consider approval of minutes from January and February meetings, hold public comment, elect officers, receive the sexton's revenue report, and discuss an update on Manhattan Cemeteries Improvements. The agenda notes that the next regular meeting (July 17) is canceled.

• Approval of January 16 and February 24 meeting minutes
• Election of officers
• Sexton's report on revenue
• Manhattan Cemeteries Improvements Update

Aggieville Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Aggieville Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to elect officers and receive financial updates. The board is scheduled to review the 2026 budget and past due accounts.

• Election of officers
• Review of 2026 Budget
• Review of past due accounts
• City of Manhattan Finance update

The advisory board approved the minutes from the January 14 meeting (5‑0). A motion concerning parking fee questions was passed (5‑0). The 2026 budget was approved (5‑0). The board also waived 2024 fees for DP Dough and Juicy Vaper Bar.

• Approved minutes from 1/14/25 (5‑0)
• Motion on parking fee question passed (5‑0)
• Approved 2026 budget (5‑0)
• Waived 2024 fees for DP Dough and Juicy Vaper Bar (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a consent agenda including minutes, claims, licenses, and several routine items. Major actions include authorizing up to $48 million in general obligation bonds for public improvement districts and capital projects, approving construction contracts for infrastructure, and considering annexation and rezoning requests. Public hearings will be set for a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for the LK Townhomes project.

• Authorize up to $48,000,000 in bonds (Series 2025-A) for 14 improvement districts and 7 capital projects, plus $44,695,000 in bonds for specific projects
• Award $1,089,276.35 construction contract to Stallbaumer Contracting for Walters Drive Reconstruction Project
• Approve first reading of ordinance rezoning 1801 Anderson Ave and 615 Denison Ave from RL to RL-A
• Consider annexation and rezoning of 1.07-acre tract at western terminus of Joseph Drive to RL-A
• Set public hearing for May 20 on establishing a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for LK Townhomes at 2020-2102 Little Kitten Avenue

The City Commission approved a $48 million bond offering and issued $44.7 million in General Obligation Bonds to fund multiple public improvement projects. It also approved several construction contracts, a professional engineering services agreement, and agreements for free public Wi‑Fi and utility upgrades. A motion to remove Ordinance No. 7745 from the agenda was adopted unanimously. The consent agenda was approved by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 041525‑A authorizing up to $48,000,000 bond offering and issuing $44,695,000 General Obligation Bonds
• Approved award of $553,498.90 contract to Larson Construction, Inc. for The Highlands at Grand Mere Unit Three
• Approved award of $1,089,276.35 contract to Stallbaumer Contracting for Walters Drive Reconstruction
• Approved $147,915 professional engineering services agreement with BG Consultants for water‑treatment plant improvements
• Approved Use and Access Agreement with WTC Communications, Inc. for free public Wi‑Fi in City parks and facilities
• Authorized Mayor to execute agreement with Evergy to bury overhead power lines on 12th Street
• Authorized City Manager to execute up to $100,000 agreement with Habitat for Humanity for Home Rehabilitation and Repair Assistance Program
• Motion to remove Ordinance No. 7745 from agenda carried 5‑0

Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to elect officers, receive a finance update, and discuss potential boundary changes and fee increases. The board will also review the proposed 2026 budget. Public comment will be taken.

• Elect officers for the board
• City of Manhattan Finance update
• Discuss boundaries & fee increases
• Review 2026 Budget
• Approve minutes from January 14, 2025 meeting

The Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 14 meeting and elected Dan Engle as chair and Damen as vice‑chair. The board decided to table the proposed district boundary changes until the July meeting. It also approved a standard 3% annual fee increase for the 2026 budget.

• Approved Jan 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Dan Engle as chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Damen as vice‑chair (unanimous)
• Tabled district boundary changes until July meeting
• Approved standard 3% annual fee increase for 2026 (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board

The Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board will vote on approving the 'Roar and Explore with Dinosaurs' traveling exhibit and receive updates on admission and membership changes, the Outdoor Classroom Renovation Project, and the 2026 budget. The board will also consider minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting and hear reports from the FHDC and its Foundation.

• Consideration of admission and membership changes for the Flint Hills Discovery Center
• Approval of 'Roar and Explore with Dinosaurs' traveling exhibit
• Update on Outdoor Classroom Renovation Project
• 2026 Budget update

The Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board met on April 12, 2025. The board approved the meeting minutes with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. No other actions were formally approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting (6‑0‑1). It also adopted an amendment to the Manhattan Development Code to address signs and procedures (7‑0). The board approved a Residential Use Designator‑Extraneous Farmstead for a 2‑acre tract (7‑0) and approved the Concurrent Plat of the Gerken Addition (7‑0). No decision was recorded on the rezoning request for 2323 Anderson Avenue.

• Approved March 27, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0‑1)
• Adopted amendment to Manhattan Development Code for signs and procedures (7‑0)
• Approved Residential Use Designator‑Extraneous Farmstead (7‑0)
• Approved Concurrent Plat of Gerken Addition (7‑0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The board will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, then hold a public hearing on an exception request to increase the front yard fence height from 3 feet to 4 feet at 617 Colorado Street. The applicant is Paula Kane, and the board will apply specific review criteria from the city code.

• Public hearing on exception (EXC-25-031) at 617 Colorado Street to increase front yard fence height from 3 feet to 4 feet
• Election of officers for chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting

The Board approved the minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting (4‑0‑1). Members elected Connie Hamilton as chair and Ansley Chua as vice‑chair (each 5‑0). The board approved an exception for 617 Colorado Street to raise the front‑yard fence to four feet, subject to five specific conditions, by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved May 8, 2024 minutes (4-0-1, Fisher abstaining)
• Elected Connie Hamilton as chair (5-0)
• Elected Ansley Chua as vice‑chair (5-0)
• Approved front‑yard fence exception at 617 Colorado St, subject to five conditions (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to receive updates on infrastructure and transit projects. No formal actions will be taken during this meeting.

• Update on Anderson Avenue reconstruction project (ST2203, WA1909, SW2206)
• Discussion of intersection improvement options for Anderson Avenue, Bellehaven Road, and College Avenue
• Parking Services Division update on Aggieville and Downtown district parking garages
• Flint Hills Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan update

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hear staff reports on February operations and finances, followed by a Recreation Superintendent introduction and a Park Planner trail update covering trail projects and the Rec and Trail Fund. The board will also review first-quarter Move MHK! goals and discuss upcoming topics including the 2024 year-end financial review and winter recreation programs review.

• Approval of minutes from March 3, 2025 meeting
• February monthly and financial reports from Parks and Recreation staff
• Recreation Superintendent introduction
• Park Planner trail update on trail projects and Rec and Trail Fund
• 1st Quarter Move MHK! Goals Review

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the minutes of the regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 with a 6‑0 vote. No other motions were taken; the board received staff reports on trail projects and the Move Mhk! goals and discussed upcoming topics.

• Approved minutes of March 3, 2025 meeting (6-0)

Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board

The board will meet to review activities, programs, and facility updates. Discussion items include the 3 Point Contest and Juneteenth. The Spring Formal Dance has been cancelled.

• 3 Point Contest scheduled for April 19th
• Discussion of Breadbasket changes
• Juneteenth planning
• Cancellation of Spring Formal Dance

Partner City Advisory Board

The Partner City Advisory Board will meet to discuss art and school exchanges. The board will also review fundraising and future projects.

• Discussion of Art Exchange
• Discussion of School Exchange
• Discussion of Fundraising
• Discussion of Future Projects

The Partner City Advisory Board approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5-0 vote. The board then unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the April 2, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss an economic development agreement for a speculative building and the purchase of Oracle cloud software for community development. The meeting also includes several routine approvals for city claims, licenses, and construction contracts.

• Payment of claims from March 12–25, 2025, totaling $2,655,794.03
• Construction contract of $384,518.50 to J&K Contracting, LC for West Anderson Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Improvements Project, Phase 2
• First reading of an ordinance regulating image projection on commercial property
• First reading of an ordinance amending parking and school zones around USD 383’s Lincoln Education Center
• Proposed purchase of Oracle Fusion Public Sector Community Development Cloud Service software

The City Commission approved the Consent Agenda, including a $2,655,794.03 claims payment, and adopted several individual actions. A $384,518.50 construction contract was awarded to J&K Contracting, and the purchase of Oracle Fusion public‑sector cloud services was approved. The commission also advanced the PTMW, Inc. economic development application and confirmed several appointments and easement agreements.

• Approved Claims Register No. 3091 payment of $2,655,794.03 (5-0)
• Awarded $384,518.50 contract to J&K Contracting, LC (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Oracle Fusion Public Sector Community Development Cloud Service (5-0)
• Advanced PTMW, Inc. economic development application for second consideration (5-0)
• Approved appointments: Gerit Garman (Code Appeals Board), Stephanie Jacobs (Human Rights Advisory Board), Jayme Minton (Municipal Audit Board) (5-0)
• Accepted easements and rights‑of‑way for Cypress Ridge and Prairie Village final plats (5-0)
• Approved first reading of image projection ordinance (5-0)
• Approved first reading of parking and school‑zone ordinance amendments (5-0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings on the annexation and rezoning of a 1.07-acre tract (Morgan Tract) in southwest Manhattan, and on a rezoning for 1801 Anderson Avenue and 615 Denison Avenue. The board will also consider consent items including final plats for two subdivisions. A work session includes a city manager update on priorities and goals.

• Annexation of Morgan Tract, 1.07 acres west of South Wreath Avenue and north of Lamonte Drive (ANX-25-003)
• Rezoning of Morgan Tract from AG to RL-A (REZ-25-004)
• Rezoning of 1801 Anderson Avenue and 615 Denison Avenue from RL/O-EN/O-UF to RL-A/O-EN/O-UF (REZ-25-017)
• Final plat of Cypress Ridge at the Highlands, 6.94 acres with 15 paired townhome lots off MacBrayne Court (SUB-25-005)
• Final plat of Prairie Village at The Highlands, Unit Two, 5.21 acres with 7 residential lots off MacBrayne Drive (SUB-25-006)

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board approved the March 13 meeting minutes, two subdivision plats, the annexation of the Morgan Tract, and rezoning of the Morgan Tract and two existing properties. All motions passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of the March 13, 2025 meeting (6‑0)
• Approved final plat of Cypress Ridge at the Highlands subdivision (6‑0)
• Approved final plat of Prairie Village at The Highlands, Unit Two subdivision (6‑0)
• Approved annexation of the Morgan Tract (1.07‑acre) (6‑0)
• Approved rezoning of the Morgan Tract to RL‑A (Attached Low‑Density Residential) (6‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 1801 Anderson Ave and 615 Denison Ave to RL‑A (Low‑Density Residential Attached) (6‑0)

Human Rights Advisory Board

The Human Rights Advisory Board will hold its quarterly meeting with standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, public comments, approval of previous meeting minutes, a liaison update, and proposed new business. No specific action items or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from December 18, 2024
• Scheduled next meeting for June 25, 2025

The Human Rights Advisory Board met on March 26, 2025. The board approved the December 18, 2024 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were decided; a request to purchase t‑shirts was discussed but not voted on. The next meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2025.

• Approved December 18, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss a common consumption areas ordinance and boundary for downtown. The body will also receive updates from the Riley County Police Department and Visit Manhattan, and provide feedback on Chamber of Commerce economic strategies and metrics.

• Discussion of a common consumption areas ordinance and boundary for downtown
• Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Growth Plan Strategy discussion
• Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Performance Metrics discussion
• Riley County Police Department update
• Visit Manhattan first quarter update

The City Commission approved two motions to enter executive session for privileged legal consultation, each passing unanimously with a 5-0 vote. After the sessions, the Commission unanimously voted 5-0 to adjourn the meeting. No formal actions were taken on any agenda items discussed.

• Recess into executive session on legal matter (5-0)
• Second recess into executive session on legal matter (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0)

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will discuss its role in reviewing land use cases that affect historic properties, with a presentation by Senior Planner Ben Chmiel. It will also consider approving minutes from three prior meetings and receive updates on the 1531 Yuma remodel and the Historic Preservation Plan. Interior remodels at 308 Poyntz and 121 South Fourth Street are presented for minor review, though no action is required.

• Discussion of HRB's role in reviewing land use cases affecting historic property (no action required)
• Consider and approve minutes from January 27, February 24, and March 3, 2025 meetings
• Minor review of interior remodel at 308 Poyntz
• Minor review of interior remodel at 121 South Fourth Street
• Update on SHPO approval for 1531 Yuma remodel

The Historic Resources Board approved the minutes of the January 27, February 24 and March 3, 2025 meetings. The motion passed with a vote of 3‑0‑1, Wilson abstaining. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting.

• Approved minutes of Jan 27, Feb 24 and Mar 3, 2025 meetings (3-0-1)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider the annexation of a 0.98-acre tract at 5111 Murray Road. The body is also reviewing several rezoning ordinances and professional service contracts.

• Proposed annexation of 0.98-acre tract at 5111 Murray Road
• Ordinance No. 7742 rezoning 15 lots in Heritage Square South to Community Commercial District
• Ordinance No. 7743 rezoning No Stone Unturned, Unit One, to Business Park District
• Claims Register No. 3090 for payments totaling $5,745,324.20
• Contract Amendment No. 2 with Schwab-Eaton for $64,400.00 for waterline and storm sewer projects

The City Commission approved a resolution declaring the annexation of an approximately 0.98-acre tract at 5111 Murray Road advisable, and requesting Riley County's concurrence. The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included approving $5,745,324.20 in claims, two rezoning ordinances, and several appointments. Commissioner Peter Oppelt was absent, and all votes were 4-0.

• Approved Resolution No. 031825-B for annexation of 5111 Murray Road (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $5,745,324.20 in claims (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7742 rezoning Heritage Square South to Community Commercial (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7743 rezoning No Stone Unturned to Business Park District (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 031825-A for 2025 Alley Series special event with alcohol (4-0)
• Authorized $64,400 contract amendment with Schwab-Eaton for waterline and storm sewer projects (4-0)
• Authorized application for KDOT CCLIP grant for Fort Riley Boulevard mill and overlay (4-0)
• Re-appointed Chris Fox and Patrick Schutter to Code Appeals Board; appointed Jayme Minton to Housing Authority Board (4-0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request to change two unplatted tracts from Heavy Industrial (I-2) to Agricultural (AG) in Riley County. Two other items—annexation and rezoning of the Morgan Tract in southwest Manhattan—are tabled to the March 27 meeting. The consent agenda includes approval of the February 13 meeting minutes.

• Table public hearing on annexation of Morgan Tract (1.07 acres, west of South Wreath Avenue and north of Lamonte Drive) to March 27
• Table public hearing on rezoning Morgan Tract from Riley County AG to RL-A (Attached Low-Density Residential) to March 27
• Public hearing on rezoning two unplatted tracts from I-2 (Heavy Industrial) to AG (Agricultural) in Riley County (applicant Fox, file RCF-25-027)
• Consent agenda: approve minutes of February 13, 2025 meeting

The board voted 7-0 to forward a recommendation of approval to the Board of County Commissioners for rezoning a portion of two unplatted tracts from I-2 Heavy Industrial to AG Agricultural District. The board also tabled annexation and rezoning requests for the Morgan Tract, and approved the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda including February 13, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Tabled annexation of Morgan Tract, 1.07 acres (7-0)
• Tabled rezoning of Morgan Tract from AG to RL-A (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from I-2 to AG for Fox property (7-0)

City Commission

This is a City Commission work session where no formal action will be taken. The Commission will discuss the city's ordinance adoption process and review the 2024 year-end financial results along with a preliminary revenue forecast for 2025/2026. Public comment is allowed only if a majority vote permits it.

• Discussion of ordinance adoption process to provide direction to staff
• 2024 year-end financial review and preliminary revenue forecast for 2025/2026

Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board

The Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from February 6, 2025, hear public comment, discuss board matters, and receive updates on activities and facilities. Key updates include the Spring Formal Dance on April 5th and the upcoming spring/summer schedules.

• Approval of minutes from the regular meeting held February 6, 2025
• Discussion of the Douglass Advisory Board
• Spring Formal Dance – April 5th – Board Members Volunteer Help
• Spring/Summer Schedules update

The Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board approved the minutes from its February 6, 2025 regular meeting on a 5-0 vote. Members discussed the board's purpose and whether it is still needed, and staff expressed a desire to have two Douglass Board members serve on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The board was also asked to help with the Spring Adult Formal on April 5th. No other business was conducted.

• Approved the minutes of the February 6, 2025 regular meeting (5-0 vote)
• Discussed the board's purpose and whether it is still needed
• Discussed having two Douglass Board members on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Asked board members to help with the Spring Adult Formal on April 5th

Partner City Advisory Board

The Partner City Advisory Board will hold a discussion-only meeting on art exchange, school exchange, and future projects with partner cities. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all agenda items are for discussion and planning. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Discussion: Art Exchange
• Discussion: School Exchange
• Discussion: Future Projects

The Partner City Advisory Board met and discussed the Art Exchange project, considering digital formats and standardized sizing to reduce costs. No formal decisions were made; the board approved the consent agenda and adjourned. The meeting was largely informational, with plans to follow up on the school exchange and future events.

• Approved consent agenda including February 5, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a development agreement for the Sunflower Flats project and a guaranteed maximum price for street improvements in Aggieville. The body will also review claims payments and special assessments for 14 public improvement districts.

• Guaranteed Maximum Price of $5,439,282.00 for 12th Street improvements from Moro to Laramie
• Claims payments totaling $2,180,401.23 (Register No. 3086) and $4,773,616.59 (Register No. 3087)
• Ordinance No. 7741 levying special assessments for 14 public improvement districts
• Increased construction contract of $148,238.50 with Walters-Morgan Construction, Inc. for Water Treatment Plant Lime Sludge Lagoon Improvements
• Industrial Revenue Bonds and sales tax exemptions for Sunflower Flats and Cedarhurst of Manhattan

The Commission approved a $5,439,282.00 guaranteed maximum price for 12th Street improvements from Moro to Laramie, including the alley, and split the work with Laramie Street into two phases. It also authorized a land transfer and development agreement with the Manhattan Housing Authority for the Sunflower Flats project. The consent agenda was approved, including a sales tax exemption for the Cedarhurst of Manhattan project, which passed 4-0-1 with Commissioner Minton abstaining.

• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes, claims totaling $6,954,017.82, and Ordinance No. 7741 for special assessments.
• Approved Resolution No. 021825-B for a sales tax exemption for the Cedarhurst of Manhattan project (4-0-1, Minton abstained).
• Authorized a land transfer and development agreement with the Manhattan Housing Authority for Sunflower Flats (5-0).
• Accepted the $5,439,282.00 Guaranteed Maximum Price for 12th Street improvements and authorized construction (5-0).
• Approved the Second Amendment with BHS Construction to split 12th Street and Laramie Street construction into two phases (5-0).
• Approved Resolution No. 021825-A for the Sunflower Flats project's Industrial Revenue Bonds and sales tax exemption.
• Authorized an increased construction contract of $148,238.50 with Walters-Morgan Construction for the Water Treatment Plant Lime Sludge Lagoon project.
• Approved the appointment of Sara Fisher to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider approval of February meeting minutes and receive staff reports on January operations and finances. New business includes discussion of the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) recommendations and a preview of summer recreation programs. Upcoming meeting topics include a park planner project update on trails, winter recreation review, and first-quarter Move MHK! goals.

• Consider approval of minutes from February 3, 2025 meeting
• Receive January monthly and financial staff reports
• Discuss 2026-2030 CIP recommendations
• Preview summer recreation programs
• Park planner project update on trails (upcoming topic)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board reviewed the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program update, including potential projects like the Warner Memorial Park Trailhead and Loop, and discussed summer program previews for educational, sports, and aquatics. No formal decisions were made; the board only received presentations and asked questions.

• Approved minutes of February 3, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Reviewed 2026-2030 CIP update, no action taken
• Discussed Warner Park Trailhead project, $270,000 budgeted
• Heard summer program previews, no action taken

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board is holding a special meeting to review a proposed interior remodel at 1531 Yuma Street and determine whether it meets the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Property. The board will take action on the proposal after a presentation from staff.

• 1531 Yuma Street interior remodel reviewed against Secretary of the Interior Standards

The board voted 3-1 to defer review of the interior remodel at 1531 Yuma Street to the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), after the applicant presented changes not in the original application. The motion passed with Baker dissenting, who preferred tabling the application. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Deferred 1531 Yuma Street interior remodel review to SHPO (3-1)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold a work session to discuss priorities for the City Commission and City Manager for 2025. The board will also review staff planning updates.

• Discussion of City Commission and City Manager priorities for 2025
• Approval of February 13, 2025, meeting minutes

Historic Resources Board

The board will decide whether a proposed interior remodel at 1531 Yuma Street meets the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation. They will also discuss City Commission priorities for 2025 and review the 2024 Manhattan Preservation Report. A community engagement session for the Preservation Plan is scheduled for February 26.

• Major review of interior remodel at 1531 Yuma Street for compliance with historic preservation standards
• Discussion of City Manager Danielle Dulin on 2025 City Commission priorities
• Review of the 2024 Manhattan Preservation Report
• Approval of minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting
• Preservation Plan Community Engagement on February 26, 8:30–10:30 and 4:00–7:00 in the Commission Room

The Manhattan Historic Resources Board met on February 24, 2025, but lacked a quorum, so no formal decisions were made. The board postponed approval of the December 16, 2024 minutes and the review of the 1531 Yuma Street interior remodel to the March 3, 2025 meeting. The meeting included work sessions with the City Manager on 2025 priorities and a presentation on the 2024 Preservation Report, but no votes were taken.

• Postponed approval of December 16, 2024 minutes to March 3, 2025
• Postponed review of 1531 Yuma Street interior remodel to March 3, 2025

Municipal Audit Board

The Manhattan Municipal Audit Board will hold a routine meeting to discuss a finance update covering the 2023 audit and staffing/ERP system progress. Public comments will be heard, and minutes from the November 2024 meeting will be approved. The meeting is primarily procedural with no major decisions expected.

• Approve minutes from November 18, 2024 meeting
• Finance update: 2023 Audit Update
• Finance update: Staffing and ERP Update
• Public comments period
• Comments from the Board

The Municipal Audit Board approved the minutes from its January 14, 2025 meeting with a 3-0 vote. The board received updates from Finance Director Rina Neal on staffing, the ERP process, the 2023 audit (already provided to the city commission), the 2024 audit, and a needed update to the grant form for compliance. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from January 14, 2025 meeting (3-0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will conduct public hearings on two rezoning requests. One would rezone the Heritage Square South Commercial PUD (32.56 acres) to Community Commercial on US 24 Highway east of Levee Drive. The other would rezone No Stone Unturned, Unit 1 (11.54 acres) from JenTre PUD to Business Park near Grand Mere Boulevard and the Kimball Avenue roundabout. The board will forward recommendations to the City Commission. A consent agenda item to approve minutes from January 23, 2024, is also included.

• Public hearing to consider rezoning Heritage Square South Commercial PUD (32.56 ac) to CC district on US 24 Highway east of Levee Drive (file REZ-24-152)
• Public hearing to consider rezoning No Stone Unturned, Unit 1 (11.54 ac) from JenTre PUD to BP district near Grand Mere Blvd and Kimball Ave roundabout (file REZ-24-150)
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from January 23, 2024 meeting
• Planning staff updates and board member comments

The board voted 6-0 to rezone Heritage Square South from a Planned Unit Development (PUD) to Community Commercial (CC), and 6-0 to rezone No Stone Unturned, Unit 1 from PUD to Business Park (BP). Both public hearings had no comments. The board also approved the consent agenda and discussed future planning topics.

• Approved rezoning Heritage Square South from PUD to CC (6-0)
• Approved rezoning No Stone Unturned, Unit 1 from PUD to BP (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including January 23, 2025 minutes (6-0)

City Commission

This is a work session where no formal votes will be taken. The only substantive item is a discussion and feedback session on a proposed Home Rehabilitation and Repair Assistance Program. Public comment may be allowed on that item if a majority of the Commission votes to permit it.

• Discussion and direction on a Home Rehabilitation and Repair Assistance Program (no dollar amount specified).

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will approve minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting, receive an update on the Kansas Jet Center, and review the 2024 year in review. Routine reports on air service, general aviation, and military activities are also scheduled. No specific votes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of December 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Kansas Jet Center update from Patti Roblyer
• 2024 Year in Review presentation by Kim Boice
• Reports on air service, general aviation, and military

Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board

The Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 15, 2025, and receive updates on activities, programs, and facilities, including the spring schedule and registrations and staffing. Public comment will be taken. No major decisions or budget items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2025
• Public comment period
• Spring schedule and registrations update
• Staffing update

The Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board approved the minutes from its January 15, 2025 meeting on a 4-0 vote. Staff reported on upcoming events, including a teen pickleball tournament, an adult formal dance, and a Bachata class. No public comment was made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved minutes of January 15, 2025 regular meeting (4-0)

Partner City Advisory Board

The Partner City Advisory Board will meet to discuss art and school exchanges. The board will also review the Manhattan Spirit of the Holiday’s Lighted Parade and consider future projects.

• Discussion of Art Exchange
• Discussion of School Exchange
• Follow-up on Manhattan Spirit of the Holiday’s Lighted Parade
• Discussion of future projects

The Partner City Advisory Board met on February 5, 2025, but took no substantive decisions. The agenda included approval of the December 4, 2024 minutes, which was part of the consent agenda, and discussions on art exchange, school exchange, the Manhattan Spirit of the Holiday's Lighted Parade follow-up, and future projects. No votes or formal actions were recorded.

• Approved minutes of December 4, 2024 (consent agenda)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing and consider the first reading of an ordinance to levy special assessments for 14 public improvement districts. The body will also review routine claims, licenses, and project agreements.

• Public hearing on special assessments for 14 districts, including Candlewood Shopping Center and Stagg Hill Golf Course
• Payment of claims totaling $1,206,847.90 (Register No. 3084)
• Payment of claims totaling $1,426,252.86 (Register No. 3085)
• Agreement with Riley County for the Marlatt Avenue Corridor Project (ST2506) design reimbursement
• Termination of Development Agreement with Midtown Land Company, LLC for the Handi-Corner Project (Phase 2)

The Manhattan City Commission approved the first reading of an ordinance levying special assessments on properties in 14 public improvement districts, covering projects like street, sewer, and water improvements. The vote was 5-0. Several residents spoke during the public hearing, objecting to the assessment amounts and calculation methods, but the motion carried.

• Approved consent agenda including claims registers totaling $2,633,100.76 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of special assessments ordinance for 14 public improvement districts (5-0)
• Approved annual cereal malt beverage license for Casey's #3949 (consent)
• Accepted easements and rights-of-way for Sunflower Flats final plat (consent)
• Approved agreement with Riley County for Marlatt Avenue Corridor Project design (consent)
• Approved termination of development agreement with Midtown Land Company for Handi-Corner Phase 2 (consent)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will review year-end reports and preview upcoming spring programs. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from November and December 2024.

• Parks and Recreation Year-End Review
• Spring Programs Preview
• Review of November and December monthly and financial reports

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the revised minutes from the November 4, 2024, and December 2, 2024, meetings with a 6-0 vote. The board also received staff reports, including a 2024 year-end review and spring program previews for athletics and educational programs. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved revised minutes of Nov 4, 2024 and Dec 2, 2024 meetings (6-0)

City Commission

The Manhattan City Commission is holding a two-day retreat open to the public at the Manhattan Area Technical College. The agenda provided is mainly procedural, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

Historic Resources Board

The Historic Resources Board will conduct a work session to review the Major/Minor Review Matrix and the board's powers and duties under Ordinance no. 6065. The board will also consider the minutes from the December 16, 2024 meeting.

• Review of Major/Minor Review Matrix
• Review of powers and duties established in Ordinance no. 6065
• Minor review of 103 N 3rd Street Sign Permit
• Approval of December 16, 2024 meeting minutes

The Manhattan Historic Resources Board held a work session to review its major/minor review matrix and its powers and duties under Ordinance No. 6065. No formal actions were taken; the board discussed concerns about limited jurisdiction over properties not on the historic register and the need for earlier involvement in projects. The board approved the prior meeting minutes (5-0) and received a minor review presentation for a sign permit at 103 N 3rd Street, but took no action on it.

• Approved December 16, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Reviewed Major/Minor Review Matrix (no action)
• Reviewed powers and duties per Ordinance No. 6065 (no action)
• Heard minor review presentation for 103 N 3rd Street sign permit (no action)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will consider approving minutes from a previous meeting and a final plat for Sunflower Flats, a 0.86-acre replat at 5th and Pierre Streets. A public hearing on rezoning the 32.56-acre Heritage Square South PUD to Community Commercial District has been tabled to the February 13, 2025 meeting.

• Final plat for Sunflower Flats, a 0.86-acre replat of lots 388-393 at 5th and Pierre Streets
• Rezoning hearing for Heritage Square South PUD (32.56 acres) on US 24 Highway east of Levee Drive tabled to Feb 13
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2024 meeting

The board voted 7-0 to table a public hearing on rezoning the Heritage Square South PUD to Community Commercial because proper mailed notice was not provided in time. The consent agenda was approved, including the final plat for Sunflower Flats. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled rezoning hearing for Heritage Square South PUD (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including final plat of Sunflower Flats (6-0-1)

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss issuing Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Midtown Phase 1 project and a housing project at 827 Moro Street. The meeting includes several rezoning ordinances and the approval of over $7.3 million in claims payments.

• Proposed $20 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for sales tax exemption for Midtown Phase 1 (12th Street and Laramie Street)
• Public hearing on Industrial Revenue Bonds for property tax exemption for 827 Moro Street housing project
• Ordinance No. 7738, 7739, and 7740 regarding rezoning of lots south and west of downtown and 326-330 Vattier Street
• Claims Register No. 3082 ($2,383,335.19) and No. 3083 ($4,932,165.41)
• Contract increase of $512,500.00 with Walters-Morgan Construction, Inc. for Water Treatment Plant improvements

The Commission approved a second amendment to the Midtown development agreement and issued $20 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for sales tax exemption on construction materials for the hotel project at 12th and Laramie. It also approved a resolution for IRBs for the 827 Moro Street housing project (4-1) and authorized an economic development agreement. All other consent agenda items were approved 5-0.

• Approved Midtown Phase 1 development agreement amendment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 012125-D authorizing $20M IRB for Midtown sales tax exemption (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 012125-E for IRBs for 827 Moro Street housing project (4-1)
• Authorized execution of Economic Development Agreement for 827 Moro Street (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda including claims totaling $7,315,500.60 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning ordinances 7738, 7739, 7740 (5-0)
• Adopted policy resolutions for RHID Infill and IRB for Housing (5-0)
• Approved appointments to boards and committees (5-0)

Cemetery Board

This meeting is largely procedural, covering approval of minutes, a Sexton's revenue report, and public comment. The only notable new business is a discussion of a special joint meeting with the Historic Resources Board on February 24, 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2025.

• Approval of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Sexton's revenue report
• Discussion of special joint meeting with HRB on February 24, 2025

The Cemetery Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 18, 2024 meeting (5-0). The board discussed plans for a joint meeting with the Historic Resources Board on February 24, 2025, regarding cemetery improvements, including a columbarium near the singing tower and the possibility of making Sunset Cemetery a historic district. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved minutes of April 18, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board

The Frederick Douglass Recreation Complex Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting. They are scheduled to approve minutes from December 5, 2024, discuss membership fees with Parks and Recreation Director Aaron Stewart, and receive updates on winter/spring programs and facility operations. Public comment is invited.

• Approval of minutes from December 5, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of membership fees led by Parks and Recreation Director Aaron Stewart
• Update on winter/spring schedule and registrations
• Staff update on activities, programs, and facilities

The board approved updated recreation membership fees effective February 1, 2025, including $10 per person per month and family rates. A 50% discount for those with financial need and a scholarship program funded by the Parks and Recreation Foundation were also approved. The board also received updates on facility rentals and programs.

• Approved membership fees: $10/person/month, $30/family (2 adults + 2 children), $5 per additional child (4-0)
• Approved fitness add-on fees: $25/adult/month, $15/senior/month (4-0)
• Approved 50% discount for those with financial need (e.g., reduced school lunch) (4-0)
• Approved scholarship program with no agency limit, funded by Parks and Recreation Foundation (4-0)
• Approved minutes of December 5, 2024 meeting (4-0)

Aggieville Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Aggieville Business Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to receive a City of Manhattan finance update and a Director update. The board will also consider approving minutes from the October 15, 2024 meeting and hear public comments. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approve minutes from October 15, 2024 meeting
• City of Manhattan Finance update
• Director Update
• Public comments opportunity

The Aggieville Business Improvement District Advisory Board met on January 14, 2025, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting (October 15, 2024) with a 6-0 vote. The board received a finance update from Rina, noting that approximately $70,000 was billed to about 100 businesses in January, with one affidavit still outstanding from 2024. Discussion focused on billing discrepancies (e.g., Topper's Pizza not billed, Varney Real Estate billed instead) and the need for a clearer definition of 'occupied space' versus 'signed lease.' The board also noted that the city's research on billing landlords versus tenants, requested in October, has not yet been completed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from October 15, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned at 10:41 AM (6-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes supporting a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit application, rezoning first readings for multiple lots, and several professional services agreements. The meeting also includes a reorganization to elect a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, and an executive session for a performance review of the City Manager.

• Resolution supporting Excel Development Group's LIHTC application through Kansas Housing Resource Corporation
• First reading of ordinances rezoning 26 lots south of downtown to Downtown Commercial (CD) or Business Commercial (BC) district, and 10 tracts west of downtown to CD district
• Professional Services Agreement up to $479,294 for Anderson Avenue water, street, and stormwater improvements (Harris Avenue to Connecticut Avenue)
• Agreement with VeoRide, Inc., for micromobility network operation on city streets
• Claims Register No. 3081 totaling $8,000,466.63 for period Dec 11-31, 2024

The Commission approved first readings of three rezoning ordinances, all by 5-0 votes, affecting areas south and west of downtown and two lots on Vattier Street. The consent agenda was approved, including claims payments and various agreements. Karen McCulloh was elected Mayor, and Susan Adamchak was elected Mayor Pro Tem, though Adamchak declined a later nomination for Mayor. The meeting also included a proclamation for MLK Day and a briefing on snowstorm response.

• Approved first reading of rezoning 26 lots south of downtown to CD or BC districts (5-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 10 tracts west of downtown to CD district (5-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 330/336 Vattier Street to RM district (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $5,573,487.66 (5-0)
• Elected Karen McCulloh as Mayor until January 2026 (5-0)
• Elected Susan Adamchak as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Adamchak declined nomination for Mayor (5-0)
• Approved executive session for City Manager performance review (5-0)

Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive a City of Manhattan finance update, and hear a director update. No major decisions, hearings, or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting
• City of Manhattan finance update
• Director update

The DBID Advisory Board approved the minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting and received a finance update noting a one-week delay in fees and $103,509 billed. The board discussed expanding the district's boundaries west on Poyntz from Juliette to 8th Street, with DMI to collect data and report back in April. No formal action was taken on the boundary expansion.

• Approved minutes from October 7, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed expanding BID boundaries west on Poyntz from Juliette to 8th Street (no vote)

Municipal Audit Board

The Municipal Audit Board will meet to establish a quorum, approve minutes from the November 2024 meeting, and receive a City of Manhattan finance update covering staffing, the ERP system, and audit status. Public comments will be taken before adjournment.

• City of Manhattan finance update on staffing
• ERP system update
• Audit update
• Approve minutes from November 18, 2024 meeting
• Public comments

Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board

The board will meet to review the 2024 year-end statistics and receive updates on personnel and the budget. The meeting also includes reports from the FHDC and the FHDC Foundation.

• Review of 2024 Year in Review final statistics
• FHDC Personnel and Budget update
• Discussion of 'Stepping into the Prairie' (open Nov 16 to May 18)
• Approval of October 14, 2024 meeting minutes

The Flint Hills Discovery Center Advisory Board met on January 13, 2025, and unanimously elected Christy Crenshaw as chair and Brad Logan as vice-chair for 2025. The board also approved the amended October minutes. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports and discussion of exhibits, programs, and budget challenges.

• Elected Christy Crenshaw as 2025 chair (7-0)
• Elected Brad Logan as 2025 vice-chair (7-0)
• Approved amended October minutes adding Wabaunsee attendance to Sunflower Summer graphic (7-0)

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board will hold a work session to review the Comprehensive Plan adopted in April 2015. Staff will present progress to date and the 2025 workplan, and take feedback from the Board. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine staff reports.

• Work session for annual review of the Manhattan Urban Area Comprehensive Plan (file no. CPA-24-155)
• Staff to share progress and 2025 workplan, seek Board feedback
• Approval of minutes from December 19, 2024 meeting

The board held a work session on the annual review of the Comprehensive Plan, discussing the 2025 workplan and the upcoming Future Land Use Map (FLUM) update. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion and feedback. The board also approved the consent agenda and discussed scheduling a virtual meeting for January 23.

• Approved consent agenda including December 19, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Held work session on Comprehensive Plan annual review (no action)
• Agreed to hold virtual meeting on January 23, 2025 (no formal vote)