De Soto public meetings in 2023

City Council

This agenda provides instructions for the public to observe or participate in the City Council meeting via YouTube or video conference. No specific agenda items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete.

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning approximately 16 acres of a 23-acre tract at 35000 W 95th Street from R-3 (residential multi-family) to C-2 (business general). The commission will also discuss potential changes to playhouse setbacks on corner lots in the RO district and swimming pool setbacks. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and a call to public.

• Public hearing on rezoning 35000 W 95th Street from R-3 to C-2 (approx. 16 acres)
• Discussion of playhouse setbacks on corner lots in RO Zoning District
• Discussion of swimming pool setbacks for rear and side yards
• Approval of minutes from November 28, 2023 meeting
• Calendar items: City Council meetings on January 4 and 18, 2024

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda that provides instructions for public observation and participation. No specific agenda items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the substantive items are not included in this text.

• Public observation via YouTube live stream
• Public participation via GoToMeeting video conference
• Meeting materials available on Google Drive

Park Board

The De Soto, Kansas Park Board meeting agenda for December 4, 2023, contains only a link to meeting materials hosted on Google Drive. No specific agenda items are listed in the provided text, so the meeting appears to be procedural or reliant on external documents.

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed changes to city codes regarding telecommunication towers and trailer, boat, and RV parking requirements. They will also consider a preliminary plat for Anderson Estates, which the applicant requests to be tabled, and discuss potential changes to playhouse setbacks on corner lots in the RO Zoning District.

• Public hearing on text amendment to allow telecommunications towers in RA, RO, and R1 districts with a Special Use Permit, removing the exemption for city-owned land
• Public hearing on text amendment to allow compacted gravel as an alternate hard surface for recreational vehicle parking in side or rear yards, with restrictions for new construction after January 1, 2024
• Consider preliminary plat for Anderson Estates (applicant requests to be tabled)
• Discuss potential changes to playhouse setbacks on corner lots in the RO Zoning District
• Motion to change December Planning Commission meeting to December 19th at 6:00 PM

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting with no substantive action items listed. The agenda only provides instructions for public observation and participation, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or routine.

Park Board

The De Soto Park Board is meeting on November 6, 2023. The agenda provides a link to meeting materials but no specific items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or focused on reviewing materials.

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the De Soto City Council meeting on November 2, 2023. It provides instructions for the public to observe via YouTube or participate via GoToMeeting, and directs viewers to meeting materials on Google Drive. No specific agenda items are listed.

• Public observation via YouTube live stream
• Public participation via GoToMeeting video conference
• Meeting materials available on Google Drive

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, discuss the December meeting date, and take public comment. Under new business, they will consider the final plat for Arbor Ridge 4th Plat (37 lots), and discuss potential changes to city code regarding trailer parking in side/rear yards and telecommunication towers. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Final plat for Arbor Ridge 4th Plat – 37 lots, submitted by Don Parr
• Discussion on potential code change for trailer parking in side and rear yards
• Discussion on potential code change for telecommunication towers
• Proposed December Planning Commission meeting date: December 19th

Park Board

This is a procedural meeting agenda with no specific items listed. The only content is a link to meeting materials, so no decisions or discussions are detailed.

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning the former De Soto Inn at 32550 Lexington Avenue from RH to R3, and on a text amendment to allow emergency facilities in the M1 zoning district. They will also consider a site plan for The Rio Apartments and discuss renewal of a special use permit for a communications tower.

• Public hearing: Rezone 32550 Lexington Avenue from RH to R3 (former De Soto Inn)
• Public hearing: Text amendment to allow emergency facilities in M1 zoning district
• Consider site plan for The Rio Apartments (former City Street Shop location)
• Discuss renewal of SUP for communications tower at 30825 W 90th Street

City Council

The City Council approved the 2024 budget and a resolution to exceed the revenue neutral tax rate. The council also approved several land development plats, a rezoning request, and a water engineering task order.

• Adopted 2024 budget of $37,077,821 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2016 to exceed revenue neutral tax rate (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2591 rezoning 33475 W 85th Street from R1 to RH (6-0)
• Approved agreement for remediation and development of old Street Shop (5-0)
• Approved $13,100 change order for American Pipeline Solutions (5-0)
• Approved task order with HDR for well field engineering work (5-0)
• Accepted final plats for Carriage Houses Phase No. 13 and Residences at Eagle Creek (6-0)
• Tabled Public Art Recommendations from the De Soto Arts Council (5-0)

Park Board

The De Soto, Kansas Park Board meeting agenda for September 6, 2023, contains only a link to meeting materials and no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions outlined in the provided text.

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 33475 W 85th Street from R1 to RH, and will consider several site plans and final plats, including Carriage Houses Phase #7 and #13, Residences at Eagle Creek, and an Evergy substation. They will also discuss a text amendment to allow emergency facilities in the M1 zoning district. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and a call to public.

• Public hearing: Rezone 33475 W 85th Street from R1 to RH
• Site plan: Carriage Houses Phase #7
• Final plat: Carriage Houses Phase #13
• Final plat: Residences at Eagle Creek
• Site plan: Evergy Pacific Sub-Station

City Council

The Council approved a rezoning request for 30705 W 84th Circle and authorized several infrastructure projects, including water main improvements and parking lot repairs. The body also approved the 2024 budget publication and a new ordinance for specialty vehicle operations.

• Approved rezoning of 30705 W 84th Circle from RO to R1
• Approved Amendment No. 2 with Blue Water Solutions Group, Inc. for $117,556
• Accepted Advanced Asphalt bids for City Hall Parking Lot ($32,785.30) and Miller Park Trail ($27,660.51)
• Authorized up to $262,997 for water main size increase on Lexington Avenue
• Approved Ordinance 2589 regarding specialty vehicle operations
• Approved 2024 budget publication and Resolution 2015 (fee resolution)
• Authorized up to $96,214 for road right-of-way acquisition along 95th Street
• Authorized contract with Kissick Construction for lateral line cleaning not to exceed $590,000

Park Board

The agenda for the De Soto Park Board meeting on August 7, 2023, contains only a link to meeting materials. No specific agenda items are listed in the text provided.

City Council

This is a procedural agenda with no listed action items. The City Council meeting will be held via video conference and livestreamed on YouTube, with materials available online. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed in the agenda text.

• Meeting to be livestreamed on the City's YouTube channel
• Public can join via GoToMeeting video conference
• Meeting materials available via Google Drive link

The City Council approved the final plat for Astra Enterprise Park and authorized legal measures to protect easement interests in the Sunflower Road Utility Corridor. Council members also voted to remove public recycling dumpsters from the lower parking lot and increased the City Administrator's compensation. A proposal regarding underwriting services for Panasonic facility bonds was tabled.

• Approved Astra Enterprise Park 2nd Plat and accepted easements and ROW
• Approved 8% retroactive pay increase for City Administrator
• Authorized legal measures to protect easement interests in Sunflower Road Utility Corridor
• Approved removal of public recycling dumpsters from lower parking lot (4-1)
• Approved amended financial advisory agreement with Columbia Capital Management, LLC
• Tabled engagement letter with Wells Fargo for Panasonic facility bond underwriting
• Approved Pay Ordinance No. 954 and Pay Ordinance No. 954a
• Approved Bluewater Group contract amendment for 82nd Street sewer repair

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the De Soto City Council meeting on July 20, 2023. It provides instructions for the public to observe via YouTube or participate via video conference, but lists no specific agenda items or decisions.

• Public observation via YouTube channel
• Public participation via GoToMeeting video conference
• Meeting materials available via Google Drive

The Council approved a special use permit for a concrete batch plant with specific operational restrictions. Other actions included approving a contract for a City Hall emergency generator and a five-year budgeting software subscription.

• Approved low bid from AB Bradley Construction Company INC for emergency generator installation not to exceed $216,300 with 10% contingency (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2584 for Hamm Companies concrete batch plant with modifications to operating hours and truck limits (5-0)
• Approved 5-year software subscription agreement with Questica, LTD for budgeting and forecasting not to exceed $142,504 (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2585 authorizing taxable industrial revenue bonds for Golden Lane Residential (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2586 authorizing taxable industrial revenue bonds for Golden Lane Commercial (5-0)
• Approved Minutes of the July 6th City Council Meeting (5-0)
• Approved Pay Ordinance No. 953 (5-0)
• Approved documents for Flint Commerce Center to assign development rights (4-0, 1 abstention)

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a site plan and final plat for Building C of the Flint Commerce Center, a warehouse building of nearly 1,020,000 square feet at the northwest corner of 103rd and Edgerton Road. Staff recommends approval of the site plan with a condition that public utilities be constructed and approved before occupancy permits. The final plat is also under consideration. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Site plan for a warehouse building of nearly 1,020,000 SF with 510 parking spaces, 251 trailer parking, and 50 loading docks
• Final plat for Flint Commerce Center Building C
• Condition: all public utilities (streets, storm water, water) must be designed, constructed, and approved by city engineer before occupancy permits
• Traffic study update shows total site floor area decreased to 4,753,710 SF, so 2022 study conclusions remain valid
• Drainage memo: Northeast Basin 3 expanded to handle increased runoff from Lot C, reducing peak release rates

City Council

This agenda provides instructions for the public to observe and participate in the De Soto City Council meeting via YouTube and GoToMeeting. No specific agenda items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or administrative in nature.

• Meeting to be livestreamed on the City's YouTube channel
• Public can join via GoToMeeting video conference
• Meeting materials available via Google Drive link

The City Council approved the rezoning of 3 acres near 79th and Gardner Road to M1 for a proposed concrete batch plant. The council also authorized general obligation bonds to reimburse Merck for road and trail improvements along 87th Street. Additionally, permits were granted for the De Soto Days event.

• Approved rezoning of 3 acres near 79th and Gardner Rd from RO to M1 (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2582 and Resolution 2011 for General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2023a (5-0)
• Approved Task Order #4 with GBA for Southwest Growth Area Infrastructure Projects (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for the Ottawa Street Project (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Use, Parade, and Noise permits for De Soto Days (6-0)
• Accepted easements and ROW for Carriage Houses #12 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Pay Ordinance No. 952 and AT&T Joint Use Agreement (5-0)
• Authorized lease documents for Kubota and Bobcat equipment (5-0)

Park Board

The De Soto Park Board meeting agenda for July 5, 2023, contains only a link to meeting materials and no other listed items. The agenda is procedural boilerplate with no specific decisions or discussions outlined.

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Special Use Permit for a concrete batch plant at 8150 Gardner Road, operated by Hamm Companies. The commission will also consider revising Ordinance 2416 to include the batch plant and extend the SUP for 10 years. Additionally, they will review the final plat for Carriage Houses #12 and discuss a possible special meeting on July 11th.

• Public hearing to close and consider SUP for concrete batch plant at 8150 Gardner Road, with proposed operations from 2am to 5pm, 7 days a week, and increased daily trips from 115 to 175
• Consider revising Ordinance 2416 to allow concrete batch plant and extend SUP for 10 years
• Consider final plat for Carriage Houses #12
• Consider special meeting on July 11th at 6:00 pm

City Council

This agenda provides only logistical information for observing or participating in the De Soto City Council meeting via YouTube or GoToMeeting. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete.

• Meeting available via YouTube live stream
• Public participation via GoToMeeting video conference
• Meeting materials accessible via Google Drive

The City Council approved industrial revenue bonds and a 10-year tax abatement for a 24-unit townhome project. Other actions included appointing a new City Engineer and authorizing a right-of-way agreement. The council also discussed the 2024 budget and fleet replacement plan.

• Approved Resolution No. 2010 for $6,600,000 in IRBs and 50% tax abatement for Art24 (4-0)
• Approved CMB license for El Fisher 2, LLC (4-0)
• Authorized Right of Way agreement not exceeding $45,500 (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Appointed Joe Johnson as City Engineer (4-0)
• Approved $550 for landscaping at Kill Creek and 83rd Street Art Display (4-0)
• Approved June 1st meeting minutes, Pay Ordinance No. 951, and De Soto High School Booster Club donation (4-0)

Park Board

The De Soto Park Board is meeting to discuss agenda items, with materials available online. The agenda itself is minimal, providing only a link to documents.

• Meeting materials available via Google Drive link

City Council

The City Council approved several service contracts, including design services for the City Hall remodel and pipe cleaning for the well field. The council also authorized a $31,000 land purchase for road right of way and approved a resolution for bow and arrow use at a specific address.

• Approved SFS Architecture design agreement for City Hall Remodel not to exceed $47,885 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2009 for Use of Bow and Arrow at 8466 Waverly Road (5-0)
• Approved American Pipeline Systems, Inc. contract for well field pipe cleaning not to exceed $146,900 (5-0)
• Authorized $31,000 land purchase agreement for road right of way (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Pay Ordinance No. 950 and 2023 Fireworks permits (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2008 for cereal malt beverage consumption at summer concerts and movie nights (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit for Reach Church Block Party (5-0)
• Approved donation request from Anabel’s Makers Market for Spring Fling Event (5-0)

City Council

The De Soto City Council is holding a meeting on May 18, 2023. The agenda provides instructions for the public to observe via YouTube or participate through a video conference. No specific policy items or decisions are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting to be held on 2023-05-18
• Public observation via YouTube channel
• Meeting materials available on Google Drive
• Public participation via GoToMeeting video conference

The City Council approved a 10-year tax abatement for a 24-unit townhome project and selected a storm siren for the 2024 CDBG project. The council also authorized contracts for Miller Park improvements, water treatment plant preconstruction, and well field maintenance. Additionally, several rezoning ordinances and city code amendments were adopted.

• Selected Siren Project for Southwest Growth Area as 2024 CDBG (5-0)
• Approved 50% tax abatement for 10 years and sales tax exemption for 24-unit townhome project (5-0)
• Approved $99,265 Miller Park Playground Replacement project with 10% contingency (5-0)
• Approved $180,728 Lineweaver Construction bid for Miller Park Parking Lot with 10% contingency (5-0)
• Approved $17,088 contract with Blue Water Engineering for Well Field Maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $336,015 preconstruction agreement with Garney Construction for Water Treatment Plant (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2578 to rezone 22 acres on 95th St from M-2 to C-2 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2579 to rezone 54 acres on 95th St from M-2 to R-3 (6-0)

City Council

The council adopted Ordinance 2575, revising the city's economic incentives policy with changes discussed at an April 20 workshop, including adding 'up to' in the tax abatement column. They also approved a CMB license for PH of De Soto, accepted easements and right-of-way for Carriage House #12 and Cottage Creek final plats, and authorized $80,000 for property acquisition in executive session. The consent agenda was approved, including minutes, pay ordinance, and several agreements.

• Adopted Ordinance 2575 revising economic incentives policy (5-0)
• Approved CMB license for PH of De Soto (5-0)
• Accepted easements and ROW for Carriage House #12 final plat (5-0)
• Accepted easements and ROW for Cottage Creek final plat (5-0)
• Authorized $80,000 for property acquisition (4-0-1, Honomichl abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, pay ordinance, Spring Fling event, fire alarm maintenance, Starside Elementary PTA donation, and Notify JOCO agreement (5-0)

Park Board

The agenda for the De Soto, KS Park Board meeting on May 1, 2023, contains no specific items. It only provides a link to a Google Drive folder for meeting materials. No decisions or discussions are listed.

• No specific agenda items listed
• Meeting materials available via Google Drive link

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests along 95th Street, converting industrial land to commercial and residential uses, and will consider a text amendment to city code regarding street trees, cul-de-sac radius, and corner lot definitions. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Rezone 22 acres along 95th Street from M-2 to C-2 (commercial)
• Rezone 54 acres along 95th Street from M-2 to R-3 (multi-family residential)
• Rezone 20 acres at 35000 W 95th Street from C-2 to R-3
• Text amendment to city code: street trees, cul-de-sac radius, corner lot definition
• Swearing in of new planning commissioner

City Council

This agenda provides instructions for the public to observe and participate in the De Soto City Council meeting via YouTube, Google Drive materials, and a video conference link. No specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

• Public observation via YouTube channel
• Meeting materials available on Google Drive
• Video conference participation via GoToMeeting

The City Council authorized up to $78,000 for land acquisition and approved several equipment purchases for the Street Department. The council also approved design services for the Sunflower Road Recreational Trail and emergency water pump repairs.

• Approved land acquisition purchase agreements not to exceed $78,000 (5-0)
• Approved $130,504 for tractor and boom mower plus warranties up to $27,500 via Ordinance 2573 (5-0)
• Approved engineering services for Sunflower Road Recreational Trail not to exceed $176,553 (5-0)
• Approved $17,609 for emergency water well field pump repairs (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2574 vacating public right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved Pay Ordinance 947 and 947a (4-0, one absent)
• Adopted Ordinance 2572 removing maximum acreage restriction for solar regulations (5-0)
• Approved maintenance agreements with Thane Palmberg and Mark Neis (5-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda that provides instructions for public observation and participation via YouTube and GoToMeeting. No specific agenda items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda is incomplete.

• Public observation via YouTube live stream
• Public participation via GoToMeeting video conference
• Meeting materials available on Google Drive

The City Council approved Resolution No. 2007 to raise water and sewer rates to address inflationary pressures. The council also authorized a sidewalk construction contract and a land purchase agreement for Clearview Village.

• Approved Resolution No. 2007 to revise water and sewer rates (5-0)
• Approved $133,624 bid from McConnell Associates for Ottawa Street sidewalk project (5-0)
• Authorized $187,820 purchase agreement for Clearview Village (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2570 regarding Solar Ordinance text amendment (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Sosaya and Sons Construction, Inc. for traffic signal maintenance (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Pay Ordinance No. 946 and KDOT Sunflower Recreational Path agreement (5-0)
• Appointed Charles Meddock to the Planning Commission through April 2025 (5-0)
• Scheduled special workshop for April 20th regarding housing incentive policy (5-0)

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a final plat for the Cottage Creek townhome development, which is required before building permits can be issued. They will also discuss potential text amendments to the city code regarding corner lot definitions, cul-de-sac radius, and street tree spacing. The agenda includes a presentation on the Panasonic site plan and standard procedural items.

• Consider Final Plat for Cottage Creek (condition: easement vacation approved by city council)
• Discuss text amendments: corner lot front yard definition, cul-de-sac radius from 60 to 50 feet, street tree spacing from 75 to 40 feet
• Presentation on Panasonic site plan by SSOE
• Public hearing: none scheduled
• Approve minutes of February 28, 2023 meeting

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the De Soto City Council meeting on March 16, 2023, providing instructions for public observation via YouTube and participation via GoToMeeting. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided text.

• Public observation via YouTube channel
• Public participation via GoToMeeting video conference
• Meeting materials available on Google Drive

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a generator for City Hall and a survey for Riverfest Park. The council also approved a rezoning request and revised park impact fees, while directing staff to modify a proposed solar ordinance.

• Approved $86,400 contract with CAT for City Hall generator with 10% contingency (5-0)
• Approved $32,200 task order with PEC for Riverfest Park Topography and Boundary Survey (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2571 rezoning Ottawa Street and Lexington Ave from C-2 to R-3 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2006 to revise Park Impact Fees and Irrigation Meter fees (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2569 annexing park land into the city (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Johnson County regarding 103rd Street Right of Way (5-0)
• Directed staff to revise solar ordinance to include 40-year term limit and expand northern border to 119th Street
• Approved special meeting for March 21st (5-0)

Park Board

The De Soto Park Board meeting agenda contains only a link to meeting materials with no listed agenda items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed in the agenda text.

City Council

The Council approved tax abatements for Flint Meadows East and West and authorized several infrastructure expenditures. It also passed ordinances regarding city investment policies and eminent domain for the 103rd Street Road Project.

• Approved Resolution 2000 for Flint Meadows East with a 75% tax abatement (3-2)
• Approved Resolution 2001 for Flint Meadows West with a 75% tax abatement (3-2)
• Approved Bedrock Concrete bid for Community Center exterior step replacement not to exceed $24,857 (5-0)
• Authorized $25,825 purchase of sewer pumps from EPS for wastewater treatment plant (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2566 amending City Investment Policy (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2567 amending Equipment Reserve and Capital Improvement Funds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2005 and Ordinance 2568 regarding eminent domain for 103rd Street Road Project (4-0)

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance regulating utility-scale solar facilities, including a special use permit process, setbacks, and a 30-year permit term. They will also consider a rezoning at the NE corner of Ottawa Street and Lexington from C-2 to R-3, and review several plats and site plans for residential developments. The meeting includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes, electing officers, and a public comment period.

• Public hearing on Utility Scale Solar Ordinance, with proposed area of 2,500 acres at former Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant
• Rezoning at NE Corner of Ottawa Street and Lexington from C-2 to R-3
• Final plat for Carriage Houses Phase 12
• Site plan for The Residences Cottage Creek
• Preliminary plat for The Residences at Eagle Creek

City Council

The provided text contains only logistical information for the De Soto, KS City Council meeting on February 16, 2023. It lists options for in-person attendance with social distancing, a YouTube livestream link, a Google Drive folder for materials, and a GoToMeeting link for public participation. No specific decisions, ordinances, or discussions are detailed in the source document.

The City Council approved contracts for water and wastewater treatment plant improvements and authorized several industrial revenue bonds and tax abatements. Two housing-related resolutions were tabled for future meetings. The council also approved a rezoning request for 8180 Shawnee Street.

• Approved $3,546,385 design contract with HDR, Inc. for water treatment plant and tower (5-0)
• Approved $700,725 owner’s representation contract with GBA for wastewater plant improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2002: $73M in IRBs and 75% tax abatement for The Residence at Lexington Ave (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2003: $1,759,500 in IRBs and 75% tax abatement for Golden Lane Commercial, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2004: $3,376,500 in IRBs and 75% tax abatement for Golden Lane Residential, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2565 rezoning property at 8180 Shawnee Street (6-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2000: $135M in IRBs and 80% tax abatement for Flint Meadows East (4-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2001: $90M in IRBs and 80% tax abatement for Flint Meadows West (4-0)

Park Board

The De Soto, Kansas Park Board is scheduled to meet on February 6, 2023. The agenda contains only a link to meeting materials, with no specific items listed. This appears to be a procedural agenda.

City Council

This is a procedural meeting agenda for the De Soto City Council. It provides instructions for public attendance, observation via YouTube, and participation through a video conference link, but does not list any specific agenda items or decisions.

• Public can attend in person with COVID precautions
• Meeting livestreamed on City's YouTube channel
• Meeting materials available via Google Drive
• Public participation via GoToMeeting video conference

The Council adopted Ordinance 2564 to modify off-street parking and multifamily density codes. Several infrastructure agreements were approved, including a traffic signal purchase and a 95th Street corridor study. The Council also authorized a change order for the Ottawa Street project.

• Approved Ordinance 2564 modifying off-street parking and multifamily density code
• Authorized $32,500 payment to Sosaya & Sons Construction for traffic signals at 83rd St and Kill Creek Rd
• Approved contract with Public Works1 for asset management data services not to exceed $19,500
• Approved task order with BG Consultants for 95th Street Corridor Study not to exceed $14,000
• Authorized change order for Ottawa Street project with Mcanany Construction Company not to exceed $10,950
• Approved task order with PEC for water model system calibration not to exceed $6,500
• Approved consent agenda including Pay Ordinance No. 942 and Resolution No. 1099
• Approved Pay Ordinance 942a (Councilmember Ritter recused)

Planning Commission

The De Soto Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to R-3 zoning, including increasing maximum density from 18 to 24 dwelling units per acre and updating off-street parking requirements. They will also consider a rezoning request for a 2.8-acre city-owned tract at 8180 Shawnee Street from Residential Historic (RH) to Multi-Family (R3), with a purchase agreement with Alcove Development. Additionally, the commission will review site plans for Panasonic Phase 2 and The Residences at Lexington.

• Public hearing on increasing R-3 density to 24 units per acre and revising off-street parking standards
• Rezoning request for 8180 Shawnee Street (former city street shop/water plant) from RH to R3
• Site plan review for Panasonic Phase 2 architectural submittal
• Site plan review for The Residences at Lexington
• Approval of agenda and minutes from December 20, 2022 meeting

City Council

This is a procedural meeting notice for the De Soto City Council on January 19, 2023. The agenda contains only instructions for public attendance and participation, with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion.

• No substantive agenda items listed

The City Council approved a resolution to provide matching funds for BASE grant applications totaling an estimated $74.5 million for water and wastewater infrastructure. The council also approved engineering services for a water tower replacement and a contract amendment for well field pipe replacement.

• Approved resolution 1097 to provide 25% matching funds for BASE grant applications for water treatment plant expansion, wastewater treatment plant expansion, and a new water tower (4-0)
• Approved task order with PEC for east water tower replacement engineering services not to exceed $9,800 (4-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Rieschick Construction Company for well field pipe network replacement not to exceed $56,910 (4-0)
• Approved resolution 1098 appointing Doug Bedford to the Northwest Consolidated Fire District (4-0)
• Tabled contract amendment with Sosaya and Sons Construction for temporary traffic signals at 83rd Street and Kill Creek Road (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Minutes of January 5, 2023, Pay Ordinance No. 941, and Utility Right of Way for K-TEN Place Phase II (4-0)
• Approved Pay Ordinance 941a (4-0)

City Council

This is a procedural agenda for the De Soto City Council meeting on January 5, 2023. It provides instructions for public attendance, observation via YouTube, and participation through video conference. No specific policy items, ordinances, or contracts are listed in the agenda text.

• Public can observe via YouTube live stream
• Public can participate via GoToMeeting video conference
• Meeting materials available on Google Drive

The City Council approved final plats for the Arbor Ridge 4th and Astra Enterprise Park developments. Council also passed Ordinance 2563 to correct a legal description for land annexation.

• Approved amended consent agenda (Motion Carried)
• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes with correction to item 4g (Motion Carried)
• Accepted Arbor Ridge 4th plat easements and Rights of Way (Motion Carried)
• Accepted Astra Enterprise Park easements and rights-of-way with condition for potential additional easements (Motion Carried)
• Approved Ordinance 2563 granting annexation for specific land to the City of De Soto (Motion Carried)