Edwardsville public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving a tri-party Automatic and Mutual Aid Agreement for fire protection and emergency services with the Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department and Bonner Springs Fire-EMS. The agreement, effective January 1, 2024, would automatically dispatch the closest available units across jurisdictional boundaries and provide mutual aid upon request. It includes provisions for equipment compatibility, joint training, and liability immunity. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Approval of Automatic and Mutual Aid Agreement for Fire Protection and other Emergency Services
• Automatic dispatch of closest units regardless of jurisdiction for fires, cardiac arrests, strokes, serious trauma, and MVAs with extrication
• Mutual aid response upon request when resources are significantly reduced
• Joint training exercises at least semiannually and standardized equipment per NFPA standards
• Agreement effective January 1, 2024, with annual renewal and 60-day termination notice

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed mutual aid agreement for fire services, which outlines how departments will respond to emergencies across jurisdictions. The agreement includes provisions for incident command under NIMS, release of responding units, and recall of resources by a department's own fire chief if needed locally.

• Mutual aid fire services agreement with neighboring departments
• Provisions for incident command under the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
• Rules for release of responding departments by incident commander
• Right of fire chief to recall units for local significant need

Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board

The board will review cemetery financial and burial activity. Members will discuss a software upgrade for the cemetery and the 4th Street Green Space. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Historic Cemetery and the Groves home.

• Cemetery software upgrade discussion
• 4th Street Green Space discussion
• Groves home discussion
• Historic Cemetery discussion
• Review of cemetery financial activity and plot sales

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a public hearing to review the city's Comprehensive Plan. They recommended amending the plan to include a future sidewalk and trails plan and to incorporate the goDotte Wyandotte County Strategic Mobility Plan and the Kaw Valley Commerce Center Framework by reference.

• Public hearing for Comprehensive Plan Annual Review
• Recommendation to include a future sidewalk and trails plan in the Comprehensive Plan
• Recommendation to incorporate goDotte Wyandotte County Strategic Mobility Plan by reference
• Recommendation to incorporate Kaw Valley Commerce Center Framework by reference

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider approving consent agenda items including minutes, bills paid of $506,614.61, and cancellation of the November 27 meeting. They will hear an informational presentation on the Wyandotte County Automatic Mutual Aid Agreement and vote on authorizing a $42,875.44 woodchipper purchase from Special Sales Tax funds.

• Approve statement of bills paid totaling $506,614.61
• Cancel November 27, 2023 meeting
• Staff presentation on Wyandotte County Automatic Mutual Aid Agreement (informational)
• Authorize purchase of Vermeer woodchipper for $42,875.44 from Special Sales Tax fund

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council is holding a special meeting to consider adopting Resolution 2023-15, which authorizes the issuance of $5,075,000 in General Obligation Temporary Notes to finance road and infrastructure improvements. The projects include improvements to 98th Street, Kansas Avenue, Richland Avenue, and 106th Street. The meeting was called by the mayor at the request of three councilmembers.

• Issuance of $5,075,000 General Obligation Temporary Notes, Series 2023
• Improving 98th Street from Kansas Avenue to the north city limit, including bike lanes and trail
• Reconstruction of Kansas Avenue from 110th Street to the city limits
• Reconstruction of Richland Avenue from 102nd to 106th Street
• Reconstruction of 106th Street from Richland Avenue to Shawnee Drive

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider approving consent agenda items including $580,541 in bills, minutes, and canceling the December 26 meeting. They will also call a special meeting to consider bond notes, authorize a design agreement with BHC Engineers for Richland Avenue improvements, and discuss a sidewalk project and street maintenance change order. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters.

• Approve statement of bills paid totaling $580,541.00
• Call special meeting for Resolution 2023-15 authorizing G.O. Temporary Notes, Series 2023
• Authorize task order with BHC Engineers for Richland Avenue roadway and drainage design (102nd to 106th Street)
• Consider BHC task order for 104th sidewalk extension engineering services
• Consider change order with McAnany Construction for 2023 Street Maintenance repair work

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 5.95 acres at 11381 and 11301 Kaw Drive to I-1 Industrial Non-Hazard, with a preliminary plat and preliminary plan for a 133-unit self-storage facility. The applicant, Signature Properties Management, LLC, seeks to build enclosed storage for RVs, boats, and large items. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including a reversionary clause and comprehensive plan amendments. The commission will also discuss scheduling a public hearing for the Comprehensive Plan Annual Review.

• Rezoning request 2023-11-Z for 11381 Kaw Drive from C-2 to I-1
• Preliminary plat 2023-12-PPT for a 5.95-acre lot
• Preliminary plan 2023-13-PPN for 133 self-storage units in 13 buildings
• Five requested deviations: landscape irrigation, sidewalk, parking, lot coverage, and rezoning of C-2 lot
• Comprehensive Plan Annual Review – scheduling of public hearing

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider approving consent agenda items including minutes, a $322,304.72 bill payment, and a request for an Attorney General opinion on the mayor's veto authority. They will also discuss a change order for the 102nd Street culvert project, a charter ordinance on legal publications, a dangerous structure hearing, a contract for 98th Street reconstruction, and bond financing for Richland and Kansas Avenue projects. The meeting includes two executive sessions for attorney consultation and personnel matters.

• Approve bills totaling $322,304.72
• Change Order #2 with Legacy Underground for 102nd Street Culvert Replacement Project
• Charter Ordinance 1068 exempting city from K.S.A. 12-1651 on legal publications
• Resolution 2023-12 for hearing on dangerous structure at 250 North 110th Street
• Contract with McAnany Construction for 98th Street Corridor Phase 1 and bond financing resolutions

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider routine administrative items including approving bills paid of $243,133.90, selecting Gordon CPA as the city auditor for 2023, and waiving GAAP for the audit. The council will also consider two change orders totaling $29,910.43 for the 102nd Street culvert replacement project, a public hearing on a dangerous structure at 10600 Kaw Drive, and authorizing payment of $19,901.07 for 2023 vehicle purchases.

• Approve statement of bills paid totaling $243,133.90
• Select Gordon CPA as city auditor for 2023 (fees not to exceed $12,460)
• Resolution 2023-10: GAAP waiver for 2023 audit
• Change order $14,099.87 for guardrails on 102nd Street culvert project
• Change order $15,810.56 for additional work on 102nd Street culvert project

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider certifying the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Budget, a continuation of prior discussions, and will consider acquiring Fire Department and Public Works vehicles. The agenda also includes a public hearing date for a dangerous structure, approval of bills paid totaling $384,472.04, and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Certify Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Budget (old business)
• Acquire Fire Department and Public Works vehicles
• Resolution 2023-09 setting public hearing on dangerous structure at 9812 Kaw Drive
• Approve bills paid totaling $384,472.04
• Executive session for personnel matters

Planning Commission

The Edwardsville Planning Commission will discuss and potentially approve the Kaw Valley Commerce Center framework, a set of design and land-use guidelines for the Woodend Road TIF District. They will also review the annual comprehensive plan update focusing on future sidewalks and trails. The meeting includes approval of the June 21, 2023 minutes and staff development updates.

• Discussion of Kaw Valley Commerce Center framework for Woodend Road TIF District
• Resolution to approve Kaw Valley Commerce Center as review guide for future development
• Discussion of future land use, sidewalks, and trails plan
• Approval of June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff development updates

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider approving consent agenda items, including bills paid of $497,864.12, and authorizing contracts for pump station repairs and the 104th St. sidewalk project using ARPA funds. They will also hear staff presentations on the FY2024 budget and potential Public Works facility sites, and may set the maximum budget and schedule a public hearing. The meeting includes an executive session for legal consultation.

• Approve consent agenda: minutes of July 24, 2023, and bills paid $497,864.12
• Authorize contract with FTC Equipment for Woodend pump station repair services
• Use ARPA funding for 104th St. sidewalk project and contract with BHC for professional services
• Set maximum FY2024 Annual Budget and call public hearing for August 28, 2023
• Hear staff presentation on site considerations for potential Public Works facilities

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider approving a resolution authorizing reimbursement of up to $2,710,000 for professional services related to the 98th Street Project (Phase II), and a contract with BHC for design work. They will also review the Q2 2023 budget and hear updates on Public Works facility acquisition and economic development. The agenda includes consent items, a fire department ambulance acquisition, and public comments.

• Resolution 2023-07 authorizing reimbursement of up to $2,710,000 for 98th Street Project Phase II design
• Contract with BHC for professional services for 98th Street Phase II design
• Acquisition of an ambulance for the Edwardsville Fire Department
• Statement of bills paid totaling $324,165.01
• Quarter 2 Budget Review and 2024 Annual Budget development presentation

The City Council authorized reimbursement funds and a design contract for Phase II of the 98th Street Project. Council also approved locking in a $274,610.00 purchase price for a new Road Rescue Ambulance. Staff presented a Q2 budget review and discussed potential uses for ARPA funds.

• Approved consent agenda, including July 10 minutes and $324,165.01 in bills paid (5-0)
• Authorized reimbursement of funds for professional services for 98th Street Project Phase II (5-0)
• Authorized contract with BHC Rhodes for 98th Street Project Phase II design improvements (5-0)
• Approved acquisition of Road Rescue Ambulance at a price of $274,610.00 (5-0)

Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board

The Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board approved the launch of a Yard of the Month program, reviewed cemetery finances, and discussed the cemetery sign project. The board also heard updates on grants and other park-related items.

• Approved Yard of the Month program, with award changed from Ace Hardware gift cards to Chamber of Commerce gift cards
• Cemetery consolidated balance reported as $34,423.03, with final balance of $29,532.05 after outstanding amounts
• Discussed cemetery sign shadow box dimensions, with final dimensions needed by August
• Noted grant applications for River Front Park playground through Community Foundation
• EFD unable to repeat Junior Fire Academy due to staffing shortages

City Council

The City Council appointed Police Chief Mark Mathies as Interim City Manager and established a new municipal equipment replacement fund. The Council also denied a rezoning request for two properties on Edwardsville Drive.

• Approved appointment of Police Chief Mark Mathies as Interim City Manager (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1067 establishing an equipment replacement fund (5-0)
• Denied rezoning request for properties at 1123 and 1131 Edwardsville Dr. (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 26, 2023 minutes and $195,565.58 in bills paid (5-0)

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider approving the consent agenda, including minutes and a $104,455.13 bill payment statement, and hear a presentation on mill levy implications for the Revenue Neutral Rate (RNR) with a possible resolution. The council will also consider Mayor Caiharr's appointment to fill a council vacancy and receive the City Manager's report.

• Consider Resolution 2023-06 regarding Revenue Neutral Rate (RNR) and mill levy implications
• Approve statement of bills paid totaling $104,455.13
• Consider Mayor Caiharr's appointment to fill a City Council vacancy
• Presentation of student artwork by Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Education Foundation
• Public comments on road repairs and River Falls common area sale

The City Council appointed Camila Adcox to fill a vacancy on the council. The council also adopted Resolution 2023-06 to cap the mill levy at the current rate for the FY24 Budget. Additionally, the council approved the consent agenda and accepted a donation of student artwork.

• Approved consent agenda including June 12, 2023 minutes and $104,455.13 in bills paid (4-0)
• Accepted appointment of Camila Adcox to City Council (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-06 to cap mill levy at current rate (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on a rezoning request (2023-07-Z) and variance requests (2023-08-V) for properties at 1123 and 1131 Edwardsville Drive. The owners seek to rezone a portion from AG/R to RD-NS to create a separate lot, with variances needed for setbacks and frontage. The commission will also review a preliminary plat (2023-09-PPT) and the Comprehensive Plan Annual Review focusing on sidewalks and trails.

• Public hearing: Rezoning 1123/1131 Edwardsville Drive from AG/R to RD-NS (2023-07-Z)
• Public hearing: Variance requests for 1123/1131 Edwardsville Drive (2023-08-V)
• Preliminary plat review for 1123/1131 Edwardsville Drive (2023-09-PPT)
• Comprehensive Plan Annual Review (Sidewalks & Trails)
• Staff reports on development updates

Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board

The Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board will review a draft application for a new Yard of the Month program, discuss an amendment to the cemetery master sign plan that combines a welcome sign with a shadow box, and hear updates on cemetery activity and the historic cemetery restoration project. The board may also enter executive session to discuss property acquisition for the restoration project.

• Draft Yard of the Month program: $50 gift cards to Ace Hardware, no participation fee
• Cemetery sign amendment: estimated $3,100, shadow box via Bonner Springs High School B-TEC partnership
• Cemetery fund balance: $34,423.05; $4,900 in pending digging service payments
• Executive session for preliminary discussion of real property acquisition for Historic Cemetery restoration
• No plot sales since last meeting; transfer of plots 3-P-4 and 3-P-5

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider several contracts, including a wastewater treatment agreement with Wyandotte County, demolition of structures at 111 S. 4th Street, a culvert repair on 102nd St., and 2023 street maintenance. They will also review bids for janitorial services, hear a budget presentation, and possibly discuss an interim city manager in executive session.

• Contract with Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS for wholesale wastewater treatment
• Contract with High Point Grading for demolition at 111 S. 4th Street (old business)
• Contract with Legacy Underground Construction for 102nd St. culvert repair
• Contract with McAnany Construction for 2023 street maintenance repairs
• Bids for janitorial services in City facilities

The Council authorized a new wholesale wastewater treatment agreement with the Unified Government of Wyandotte County. Several infrastructure contracts were approved for street maintenance, culvert repair, and building demolition. The Council also switched janitorial service providers.

• Approved consent agenda and $331,660.20 in bills paid (4-0)
• Authorized wastewater treatment contract with Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS (4-0)
• Approved $19,500 contract with High Point Grading for demolition at 111 S. 4th St. (4-0)
• Approved contract with Legacy Underground Construction for 102nd St. culvert repair (4-0)
• Approved contract with McAnany Construction for 2023 street maintenance on 2nd Street and Speaker Rd. (4-0)
• Approved contract with Service Systems LLC for janitorial services (4-0)

City Council

The City Council adopted a resolution to hold an election for the renewal of the half-cent special sales tax, expanding its use to all of public safety. The Council also appointed a new Council President and hired an architecture firm for city facilities. A demolition contract for 111 S. 4th St. was tabled.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-05 to call for an election to renew the half-cent sales tax (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Finkle + Williams for architectural services (5-0)
• Appointed Mark Bishop as Council President (4-0-1)
• Approved replat for 10941 Kaw Dr. and replats for 1729, 1500, and 1501 Edwardsville Dr. (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $308,355.32 in bills paid and BK 5K Run/Walk permit (5-0)
• Tabled demolition contract with High Point Grading for 111 S. 4th St.

Planning Commission

The Edwardsville Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting to review a final plat for 10941 Kaw Drive, discuss several development items including properties on Edwardsville Drive, and consider a TIF district discussion and comprehensive plan review. The agenda includes both new business items and staff reports, with no public hearings listed for this meeting.

• Final plat (2023-05-FPT) for 10941 Kaw Drive, a 0.76-acre commercial replat by K-32 Properties LLC
• Discussion of 1729, 1500 & 1501 Edwardsville Drive (2023-05-PPT / 2023-06-FPT) by St. Martin in the Fields Episcopal Church and City of Edwardsville
• Kaw Valley Commerce Center / Woodend Road TIF District discussion
• Comprehensive Plan annual review focusing on future land use and sidewalks/trails
• Village South Development Area workshop

City Council

The City Council will approve $218,066.47 in bills and review the 2022 financial statement. A key discussion involves strategies to renew the ½ cent special sales tax, which expires at the end of 2024, with potential ballot placement in November. The council will also select a search firm for the City Manager position and discuss the acquisition of real property for Public Works facilities.

• Approval of Statement of Bills paid totaling $218,066.47
• Review of 2022 Financial Statement and Independent Certified Public Accountants report
• Discussion on renewal of the ½ cent Special Sales Tax expiring end of 2024
• Selection of a search firm for the City Manager position
• Executive session for preliminary discussion of real property acquisition for Public Works facilities

The City Council approved a contract with SGR to conduct a search for a new City Manager. The Council also accepted the 2022 financial audit and updated the City Employee Handbook to include June 19 as a federal holiday.

• Approved contract for City Manager search firm SGR (4-0-1)
• Accepted 2022 Financial Statement and Report of Independent Certified Public Accountants (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-04 to amend City Employee Handbook (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including April 24, 2023 minutes and $218,066.47 in bills paid (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for non-elected personnel discussion (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for Public Works real property acquisition (5-0)

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider issuing up to $2.5 million in taxable industrial revenue bonds for a 6,000 sq ft commercial/industrial facility at 2781 S. 93rd St. The council will also review the first quarter budget, discuss real property acquisitions in executive session, and consider hiring a search firm for a new city manager.

• Ordinance No. 1066 authorizing up to $2,500,000 in taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds for CIMI III, LLC project at 2781 S. 93rd St.
• Approval of consent agenda including minutes and $311,578.18 in bills paid.
• Executive session for preliminary discussion of real property acquisition for Historic Cemetery restoration.
• Executive session for preliminary discussion of real property acquisition for Public Works facilities.
• Review of City Manager recruitment processes and potential selection of a search firm.

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1066 to issue taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds for the CIMI III, LLC project. The council also approved the consent agenda and reviewed the first quarter 2023 budget. No official action was taken regarding real property acquisitions or the selection of a City Manager search firm.

• Approved consent agenda, including April 10 minutes and $311,578.18 in bills paid (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1066 authorizing taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds for CIMI III, LLC (4-0)
• No action taken following executive session on Historic Cemetery restoration real property
• No action taken following executive session on Public Works facilities real property
• No action taken following executive session regarding potential litigation
• Tabled selection of City Manager search firm; agreed to invite Raftelis, GovHR, and SGR to a May 1 meeting

Planning Commission

The Edwardsville Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting to review a final plat for 10941 Kaw Drive, discuss the Kaw Valley Commerce Center/Woodend Road TIF District, and conduct the annual Comprehensive Plan review. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting and staff development updates.

• Final plat (2023-05-FPT) for 10941 Kaw Drive by K-32 Properties LLC to replat 0.76 acres into two lots (0.39 and 0.36 acres) in C-2 zoning
• Discussion of Kaw Valley Commerce Center / Woodend Road TIF District
• Comprehensive Plan annual review focusing on Future Land Use and Sidewalks & Trails
• Approval of minutes from February 15, 2023 meeting

Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board

The Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board will review cemetery finances, consider exercising a buyback option for two plots, and discuss extending an agreement with Stantec for redesigning the River Front Park 9th Street access. The board will also hear a parks and recreation registration report and may enter executive session to discuss property acquisition for the Historic Cemetery restoration project.

• Consider exercising buyback option for plots 6-O-8 and 6-O-9 (Deed #657, Kathy Dean) at $350 each
• Consider extension of agreement with Stantec for River Front Park 9th Street access redesign (quoted cost not to exceed $15,000)
• Review cemetery activity: consolidated balance $29,810.11
• Hear Parks & Recreation registration report for 2023, Quarter 1
• Consider executive session for preliminary discussion of acquiring real property for Historic Cemetery restoration

The board approved the March 8, 2023 minutes and accepted a cemetery activity report showing a consolidated balance of $29,810.11. No formal action was taken regarding cemetery plot buybacks or the River Front Park redesign.

• Approved minutes of March 8, 2023 (4-0)
• Accepted cemetery activity report with consolidated balance of $29,810.11 (4-0)
• No action taken on buyback option for plots 6-O-8 and 6-O-9
• No action taken on Stantec contract extension for River Front Park 9th St. access redesign
• Approved motion to recess into executive session for real property acquisition discussion (4-0)

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider adopting the proposed agenda, approve consent agenda items including $250,695.15 in bills, and take up Resolution 2023-02 on the City Council Agenda Development Policy. They will also consider Addendum No. 1 to the construction management contract with Fogel Anderson. The meeting includes public comments, a City Manager report, and council comments.

• Resolution 2023-02 adopting City Council Agenda Development Policy
• Addendum No. 1 to construction management contract with Fogel Anderson
• Statement of bills paid totaling $250,695.15
• Consent agenda includes approval of March 27, 2023 minutes
• Public comments limited to three minutes

The City Council approved a simplified agenda development policy requiring a 4/5ths vote to add items. The council also authorized a $5,000 contract addendum for pre-construction services for the River Front Park redevelopment project.

• Approved March 27, 2023 minutes and $250,695.15 in bills paid (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-02 (Option 2) for City Council Agenda Development Policy (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 addendum for Fogel Anderson construction management services (5-0)

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider resolutions authorizing reimbursement and contracts for the Towne Center Connector Project, hear presentations on 2023 property valuations and police activity, and discuss FY24 budget priorities. The agenda also includes routine consent items, including approval of bills paid totaling $542,446.10, and a one-year extension of mowing contracts.

• Resolution 2023-02 adopting a City Council Agenda Development Policy
• Resolution 2023-03 authorizing reimbursement for Towne Center Connector Project expenses from future bond proceeds
• Contract with BHC for preliminary and final design work for the Towne Connector Project
• One-year extension of mowing contracts with Supreme Green LLC and White Lawn & Landscape
• Presentation on 2023 property valuations by Wyandotte County Appraiser

The Council authorized a contract with BHC for the design of the Towne Center Connector project and approved a resolution to reimburse up to $1,175,000 in project expenses using future bond funds. The Council also extended two mowing service contracts and approved the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda, including March 13 minutes and $542,446.10 in bills paid (4-0-1)
• Approved one-year extension of City-Wide Mowing contract with Supreme Green LLC (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension of Cemetery Mowing contract with White Lawn & Landscape (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-03 to reimburse up to $1,175,000 for Towne Center Connector Project expenses via future bond funds (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to contract with BHC for Towne Center Connector design work, including a 5% contingency (5-0)

City Council

The Council approved the purchase of new server and network hardware to replace 10-year-old equipment. The project will be funded primarily through remaining CARES funds. No official action was taken regarding a proposed agenda development ordinance.

• Approved consent agenda, including February 27, 2023 minutes and $297,088.49 in bills paid (4-0-1)
• Authorized City Manager to acquire IT equipment not to exceed $95,000 (5-0)

Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board

The Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board will review cemetery financial activity and consider two applications for the Adopt-a-Planter Program. The board will also hear advisory reports from city staff. The agenda includes routine items and no major policy decisions.

• Review cemetery financial summary: consolidated balance $28,823.01
• Consider Adopt-a-Planter applications from Connie Henry and Barbara Mikel
• Hear advisory reports from Assistant City Manager and Parks & Rec Supervisor

The Board approved two applications for the Adopt-a-Planter Program and accepted the February 8, 2023, meeting minutes. A cemetery activity report showing a consolidated balance of $28,823.01 was also accepted. Members discussed flag placement for Memorial Day and design elements for the Riverview Crossroads round-a-bout project.

• Approved February 8, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted cemetery activity report (4-0)
• Approved Adopt-a-Planter applications for Connie Henry and Barbara Mikel (5-0)

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will hold a work session on draft Ordinance No. 1063, which would change how council agendas are developed, then consider action on it. The regular agenda includes a variance request from Evergy for work between Kaw Drive and the 1100 block of South 98th St., an ordinance amending fireworks sale and discharge dates, and an ordinance amending the city's fee schedule. The council will also approve consent items, including bills paid of $91,291.87 and mayoral appointments.

• Work session on draft Ordinance No. 1063 regarding agenda development processes
• Variance request from Evergy for right-of-way work between Kaw Drive and 1100 block of South 98th St.
• Ordinance No. 1064 amending fireworks sales and discharge dates
• Ordinance No. 1065 amending Appendix A Fee Schedule
• Consent agenda: bills paid $91,291.87, mayoral appointments for Municipal Court Judge, Judge Pro Tem, City Prosecutor

Planning Commission

The Edwardsville Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a 3,200-square-foot accessory building and paved driveway at 541 S 94th Street, without a residential dwelling, to store agricultural machinery. The board will also review the 2022 annual report, discuss roles and responsibilities, and make 2023 commission appointments. The agenda includes only this one public hearing and routine administrative items.

• Public hearing on variance (2023-04-V) for 541 S 94th Street: 3,200 sq ft accessory structure, lot coverage up to 12% (staff recommendation)
• 2023 Planning Commission appointments
• Annual review of 2022 annual report and roles/responsibilities

The Planning Commission denied a variance request to build a 3,200 square foot farming equipment building on a vacant 0.74-acre lot. The board also reappointed all existing officers to their current positions.

• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Reappointed all existing officers to their same positions (5-0)
• Denied variance for lot coverage and accessory structure at 541 S 94th Street (5-0)
• Approved amendment to variance denial citing golden rules 3, 4, and 5 (5-0)

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider several planning items, including a Special Use Permit at 1040 Edwardsville Dr., a rezoning denial at 11200 Riverview Ave., and adoption of Ordinance No. 1062 for Temporary Use Permit regulations. They will also review the 2023 Street Maintenance Plan, the Q4 2022 budget, and consider authorizing the purchase of a 2023 Ford Explorer for the police department. The agenda includes consent items, a grant application for the MIH-ARPA program, and a possible executive session for real property acquisition.

• Special Use Permit at 1040 Edwardsville Dr. (2023-02-SUP)
• Rezoning denial at 11200 Riverview Ave. (2023-01-Z)
• Ordinance No. 1062 adopting Temporary Use Permit regulations
• Purchase of 2023 Ford Explorer for police department
• Grant application to 2023 MIH-ARPA program

The Council approved a $49,120 police vehicle purchase and a grant application for moderate-income housing. A proposed ordinance to restrict agenda amendments was tabled pending a work session. The Council also authorized a real estate contract with Eugene and Tami Snider.

• Approved consent agenda including $214,801.20 in bills paid and Liquor Xpress 2 license (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for short-term rental at 1040 Edwardsville Dr. (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1062 adopting Temporary Use Permit regulations (5-0)
• Approved $15,850 from Special Sales Tax funds for Historic Cemetery Restoration Project (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 1063 regarding agenda development (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-01 for $1.25M Moderate Income Housing grant application (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford Explorer for Police Department for approx. $49,120 (5-0)
• Authorized real estate contract with Eugene and Tami Snider (5-0)

Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board

The Board recommended using Special Sales Tax Funds for surveying, platting, and appraisal of 2.4 acres to provide permanent access to the historic cemetery. The Board also elected a new chairman and approved the January meeting minutes.

• Approved January 4, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted cemetery activity report (6-0)
• Elected Thurman Gardner as CPPS Board Chairman (6-0)
• Recommended $15,850 in Special Sales Tax Funds for Historic Cemetery Restoration project (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Edwardsville Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one for a special use permit to allow a short-term rental at 1040 Edwardsville Drive, and another for a rezoning at 11200 Riverview Avenue. They will also discuss the goDotte Countywide Strategic Mobility Plan and temporary use permits. The agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes and staff reports.

• Public hearing for special use permit (2023-02-SUP) for short-term rental at 1040 Edwardsville Drive
• Public hearing for rezoning (2023-01-Z) at 11200 Riverview Avenue by Vernal Bay Investments/Opus Development
• Discussion of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2022-03 (goDotte Countywide Strategic Mobility Plan)
• Discussion of temporary use permits (2022-14-Z)
• 2023 Planning Commission appointments

The Planning Commission denied a request to rezone 11200 Riverview Avenue to Industrial Non-Hazard. The commission recommended approval for a special use permit at 1040 Edwardsville Drive and accepted the goDotte Countywide Strategic Mobility Plan.

• Approved December 14, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for 1040 Edwardsville Drive (6-0)
• Denied rezoning of 11200 Riverview Avenue from AGR and C-2 to I-1 (6-0)
• Accepted goDotte Countywide Strategic Mobility Plan (6-0)
• Approved passing Temporary Use Permits (2022-14-Z) to City Council (6-0)

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will consider several action items, including appointing Kriegshauser Ney Law Group as city attorney, authorizing a contract with Westland Construction for the KVIP lift station and force main, and selecting Fogel Anderson as construction manager for city facilities projects. They will also approve consent agenda items, including bills paid totaling $887,654.27, and may recess into executive session to discuss real property acquisition.

• Approve bills paid totaling $887,654.27
• Appoint Kriegshauser Ney Law Group as city attorney
• Authorize contract with Westland Construction for KVIP lift station and force main
• Select Fogel Anderson as construction manager for city facilities projects
• Executive session for preliminary discussion of real property acquisition

The City Council appointed Kriegshauser Ney Law Group as the new City Attorney and authorized contracts for a lift station project and facilities construction management. The council also approved the consent agenda, including board appointments and bills paid.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, $887,654.27 in bills, and board appointments (5-0)
• Appointed Kriegshauser Ney Law Group as City Attorney (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Westland Construction for KVIP lift station and force main (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Fogel Anderson as construction manager for city facilities projects (5-0)

City Council

The Edwardsville City Council will vote on consent agenda items including a commercial lease for the Edwardsville Party Shop, use of special sales tax funds for cardiac monitors, and a fire department grant application. They will also consider Planning Commission recommendations on a rezoning denial, a special use permit, and two final plats, plus an ordinance amending the fee schedule, bids for janitorial services, and a cemetery masonry repair project. The meeting includes public comments and executive sessions on legal and property acquisition matters.

• Rezoning denial recommendation for 10600 Kaw Dr. (2022-18-Z)
• Commercial lease with Julian Rae, LLC for Edwardsville Party Shop at 640 S. 4th St., rent increase to $1,150/month
• Ordinance No. 1061 amending Appendix A Fee Schedule
• Use of Special Sales Tax funds for Zoll X Series cardiac monitors/defibrillators
• Bids for janitorial services in City facilities

The Council adopted Ordinance No. 1061 to update the city fee schedule, including solid waste and community center rates. Several Planning Commission recommendations were accepted, including a short-term rental permit and the denial of a rezoning request. The Council also awarded contracts for janitorial services and cemetery masonry repairs.

• Approved lease for Edwardsville Party Shop at $1,000 monthly rent (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Zoll X Series cardiac monitors and Fire Department SAFER grant application (4-0)
• Denied rezoning of 10600 Kaw Dr. from C-2 to C-3 (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for short-term rental at 2029 Orchard St. (5-0)
• Approved final plats for 1139 S. 98th St./1300 S. 94th St. (4-0) and 10600 Kaw Dr. (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1061 updating fee schedule for solid waste and community center (3-1)
• Approved janitorial services contract with KCK Maintenance (4-0)
• Approved $11,050 masonry repair contract with Holcomb Masonry LLC for City Cemetery (4-0)

Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board

The Cemetery, Parks, and Public Spaces Board will consider recommending updated Community Center rental rates and a masonry contract to the City Council. They will also review year-end cemetery finances, hear updates on cemetery projects and Parks & Rec programming, and discuss the River Front Park redevelopment.

• Community Center rental fee increases: Sunday-Thursday from $25/hr to $35/hr (resident) and $50/hr (non-resident); Friday-Saturday from $250 to $500 (resident) and $500 to $750 (non-resident)
• Recommendation to award $11,050 masonry contract to Holcomb's Masonry LLC for planter reconstruction and repairs
• Cemetery consolidated balance estimated at $21,725.54 after mill/overlay project payment
• Two new plot sales: Cara Chambers (2-C-11) and Sondra Brown (6-13-13)
• Parks & Rec 2022 registrations total 608, up from 542 in 2021

The board recommended Holcomb’s Masonry for a cemetery project and proposed higher rental rates for the Community Center. It also approved the year-end cemetery financial report and the October 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted year-end cemetery financial report (6-0)
• Recommended Holcomb’s Masonry for the $11,050 Cemetery Masonry project to City Council (6-0)
• Recommended increased Community Center rental rates to City Council (6-0)