El Dorado public meetings in 2025

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will meet on December 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM. No official city business will be discussed. Commissioners will be in attendance for the City Christmas lunch.

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on a 2026 fee schedule and an appropriation ordinance for $4,001,418.19. Members will also consider a final plat and development amendment for The Greens at Prairie Trails and the demolition of 610 W. 10th Avenue.

• Appropriation Ordinance No. 11-25 for $4,001,418.19
• Approval of the 2026 Fee Schedule Resolution
• Amendment No. 2 to the Planned Development Overlay and final plat for The Greens at Prairie Trails 2nd Addition
• Authorization for demolition of 610 W. 10th Avenue
• CDBG close out for 142 N. Main Street

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will hold a work session to review survey results, the state legislative agenda, and advisory board policies. The meeting will also cover a planned development amendment and a finance agreement with Frontier Development, LLC.

• Review of Commission Priorities Survey
• Discussion of State Legislative Agenda
• Advisory Board and Committee Policy review
• The Greens at Prairie Trails Planned Development Amendment
• Frontier Development, LLC Finance Agreement

The El Dorado City Commission held a work session on Dec 10, 2025. After reviewing several discussion items, the commission voted to adjourn the meeting. The adjournment motion passed 4‑0.

• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

City Commission

The City Commission will install newly elected members and consider the 2026 salary schedule. The body will hold a public hearing on the 2026 budget amendment and vote on several building demolitions.

• Appropriation Ordinance No. 10-25 for $2,315,562.77
• Low bid of $17,056.04 from H6 Excavation for demolitions at 937 N. Oak Street, 501 W. 12th Street, and 1125 N. Walnut Street
• Demolition authorizations for 918 N. Gordy Street, 920 N. Gordy Street, and 502 W. 12th Avenue
• Finance Agreement with Frontier Development, LLC and El Dorado Inc. for 124 S. Main Street
• 2026 Cereal Malt Beverage Licenses for 11 locations

The commission approved the 2025 budget amendment, updating multiple fund allocations. It also adopted the $2,315,562.77 appropriation ordinance, the 2026 salary schedule, and CMB licenses for several businesses. Commissioners appointed Kendra Wilkinson as vice‑mayor and accepted a $17,056.04 low bid to demolish three condemned properties, authorizing additional demolitions at 920 N. Gordy and 502 W. 12th streets. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved November 17, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Approved 2026 Cereal Malt Beverage licenses for listed locations (3‑0)
• Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 10‑25 for $2,315,562.77 (3‑0)
• Approved 2026 Salary Schedule (3‑0)
• Approved 2025 Budget Amendment (3‑0)
• Appointed Commissioner Kendra Wilkinson as Vice‑Mayor through Dec 31, 2026 (3‑0)
• Accepted low bid $17,056.04 from H6 Excavation for demolition of three properties and authorized demolition (3‑0)
• Authorized demolition of 920 N. Gordy Street (3‑0)

General

The El Dorado Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to amend the Planned Development Overlay and final plat for The Greens at Prairie Trails. After the presentation, the commission will discuss the amendment and may vote on a motion to approve it. This item appears under New Business.

• Amendment to the Planned Development Overlay and final plat for The Greens at Prairie Trails

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will approve routine consent agenda items, including minutes from prior meetings. It will vote on a temporary suspension of utility service shut‑offs and reconnection fees through January 31 2026, citing the federal government shutdown. New business includes considering a Memorandum of Understanding with El Dorado Main Street and a resolution to renew the Neighborhood Revitalization Program.

• Approve City Commission minutes from Nov 3, 2025
• Approve Special City Commission minutes from Nov 10, 2025
• Suspend utility service shut‑offs and reconnection fees until Jan 31 2026
• Consider Memorandum of Understanding with El Dorado Main Street
• Consider resolution to renew Neighborhood Revitalization Program

The commission approved the consent agenda, including minutes from Nov 3 and Nov 10 and a suspension of utility shut‑offs and reconnection fees until Jan 31 2026, with a 3‑0 vote. Commissioners approved a revised Memorandum of Understanding with El Dorado Main Street, directing the city manager to sign, also 3‑0. They approved a resolution renewing the Neighborhood Revitalization Program and authorizing the mayor to sign the interlocal agreements, vote 3‑0. The commission entered executive session twice and adjourned the meeting, each motion passing 3‑0.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes and utility fee suspension) (3-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with El Dorado Main Street (3-0)
• Approved resolution renewing Neighborhood Revitalization Program, authorizing mayor to sign (3-0)
• Recessed into executive session to discuss personnel (3-0)
• Recessed again into executive session (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission meeting will discuss several work‑session items, including a Memorandum of Understanding for Main Street, renewal of the Neighborhood Revitalization Program, and a proposal to suspend utility shut‑offs during a federal government shutdown. The commission will also review the City Manager’s annual evaluation and a Youth Symphony item. Items such as meeting minutes will be placed on the consent agenda.

• El Dorado Main Street Memorandum of Understanding
• Neighborhood Revitalization Program Renewal
• Youth Symphony
• Suspending Utility Service Shut‑offs During Federal Government Shutdown
• City Manager Annual Evaluation

The commission voted to temporarily suspend water, sewer, and refuse service shut‑offs while the federal government shutdown continues. The commission also agreed to move the Neighborhood Revitalization Program renewal proposal forward for approval. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Temporarily suspend utility service shut‑offs (decision to move forward)
• Move Neighborhood Revitalization Program renewal proposal forward for approval
• Adjourn meeting (4-0)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will consider resolutions to declare three structures unsafe and authorize the demolition of three additional properties. The meeting will also include reports on Main Street and advisory boards.

• Resolution to declare 918 N. Gordy Street unsafe
• Resolution to declare 920 N. Gordy Street unsafe
• Resolution to declare 502 W. 12th Ave. unsafe
• Approval to demolish 937 N. Oak Street
• Approval to demolish 1125 Walnut Street

The El Dorado City Commission approved the consent agenda unanimously. It then adopted three resolutions declaring the structures at 918 N. Gordy Street, 920 N. Gordy Street, and 502 W. 127 Avenue unsafe or dangerous. Finally, the commission authorized demolition of 937 N. Oak Street, 1125 Walnut Street, and 501 W. 12th Avenue, each with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution finding 918 N. Gordy Street unsafe (5-0)
• Approved Resolution finding 920 N. Gordy Street unsafe (5-0)
• Approved Resolution finding 502 W. 127 Avenue unsafe (5-0)
• Authorized demolition of 937 N. Oak Street (5-0)
• Authorized demolition of 1125 Walnut Street (5-0)
• Authorized demolition of 501 W. 12th Avenue (5-0)
• Motion to adjourn meeting carried (5-0)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will approve an appropriation ordinance for $1,102,991.62 and a policy regarding the transfer of deeds at municipal cemeteries. The body will also consider a special use permit for a daycare center at 113 W. 4th Avenue.

• Approval of Appropriation Ordinance No. 09-25 for $1,102,991.62
• Approval of a resolution adopting a policy for municipal cemetery deed transfers
• Consideration of a special use permit for a daycare center at 113 W. 4th Avenue
• City Commission and Advisory Board updates
• Executive session for non-elected personnel and succession plans

The commission approved the consent agenda, including Appropriation Ordinance No. 09-25 for $1,102,991.62, with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved an ordinance authorizing a special use permit for a daycare and preschool program at 113 W. 4th Avenue, also by a 3‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 09-25 for $1,102,991.62 (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance authorizing Special Use Permit for daycare at 113 W. 4th Ave (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda motion (3-0)
• Moved to recess into executive session (3-0)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (3-0)

City Commission

The commission will discuss proposed changes to the mural program, review the small business assistance program, and receive an update on the condemnation status of flood‑impacted residential structures. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items such as approval of the meeting minutes.

• Mural Program Proposed Changes Discussion
• Small Business Assistance Program
• Condemnation Status of Flood‑Impacted Residential Structures
• Approval of meeting minutes (consent agenda)

The City Commission directed staff to proceed with a quick‑claim deed for one condemned flood‑impacted residential property and to prepare a resolution of consideration for the remaining three properties. A motion to adjourn the meeting was moved, seconded, and carried with a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were approved or denied.

• Directed staff to proceed with quick‑claim deed for one condemned flood property
• Directed staff to prepare a resolution of consideration for the other three condemned properties
• Motion to adjourn carried 4‑0

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to establish a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID). The proposed district is located south of Towanda Avenue and west of Butler Community College.

• Public hearing on Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID) south of Towanda Avenue and west of Butler Community College
• Ordinance to establish RHID and approve project plan for Cedar Ridge Estates Phase I
• Fire Prevention Week Proclamation

The commission approved the consent agenda unanimously. It also approved an ordinance establishing a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District and the project plan for Cedar Ridge Estates Phase I, with a reported infrastructure cost of $1,836,283.30. Both motions passed with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:43 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Reinvestment Housing Incentive District ordinance and Cedar Ridge Estates Phase I project plan (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on establishing a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District south of Towanda Avenue and west of Butler Community College. They will consider an ordinance to create the district and approve the project plan for Cedar Ridge Estates Phase I. Additional discussion items include the Gordy Park Pavilion/Forest Park Bandshell project, the 124 S. Main Street rehabilitation, and a RISE update.

• Public hearing on establishing a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID) for specified blocks near Towanda Ave and Butler Community College
• Consideration of an ordinance to create the RHID and approve Cedar Ridge Estates Phase I plan
• Discussion of Gordy Park Pavilion/Forest Park Bandshell project
• Discussion of 124 S. Main Street (Masonic Building) rehabilitation project
• RISE program update

The commission instructed staff to provide $20,000 to the RISE program. Staff were directed to include the Gordy Park Pavilion and Forest Park Bandshell project in an upcoming citizen survey. The commission asked staff to further investigate the 124 S. Main Street (Masonic Building) rehabilitation project. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Allocate $20,000 to RISE (unanimous)
• Direct staff to include Gordy Park Pavilion/Forest Park Bandshell project in citizen survey
• Ask staff to further investigate 124 S. Main Street rehabilitation project
• Adjourn meeting (5‑0 vote)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider a variance and a special use permit. The body will discuss and vote on these two specific land-use requests.

• Variance request for 838 SW Purity Springs Rd
• Special use permit request for 113 W 4th Ave

City Commission

The City Commission will consider the adoption of the 2026 budget and a resolution to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The body will also hold hearings regarding the condemnation of nine properties and the establishment of a housing incentive district.

• Proposed 2026 Budget for the City of El Dorado
• Appropriation Ordinance No. 08-25 for $2,119,508.35
• Proposed Reinvestment Housing Incentive District at 124 S Main
• Condemnation hearings for properties including 918 N Gordy, 920 N Gordy, and 1125 N Walnut
• Final plat and rezoning for El Dorado Hills Business Park

The Commission approved the $2,119,508.35 appropriation ordinance (5‑0) and a resolution to levy a property tax rate above the revenue‑neutral level (5‑0). It also adopted resolutions declaring several flood‑damaged homes unsafe, directing repair or removal (each 5‑0). An ordinance permitting a public event venue at 294 SE Bluestem Road was approved (5‑0). All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 08‑25 for $2,119,508.35 (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution to levy property tax rate exceeding revenue‑neutral rate (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 3019 finding 937 N Oak unsafe (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 3020 finding 1500 W 2nd unsafe (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 3021 finding 1015 N Taylor unsafe, work to start within 90 days (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 3022 finding 610 W 10th unsafe, repair/removal within 90 days (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 3023 finding 501 W 12th unsafe (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance for public event venue at 294 SE Bluestem Rd (5‑0)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will consider several items related to the Cedar Ridge Estates development, including extending a Community Development Block Grant, approving a development agreement, creating a Community Improvement District, and authorizing infrastructure and bond funding. It will also set a public hearing under the Kansas Reinvestment Housing Incentive District Act and designate Towanda Avenue as a main trafficway. Routine agenda items include consent‑agenda minutes, reports from the City Manager and advisory boards, and public comments. No action will be taken on personal appearances.

• Consider extension of the Community Development Block Grant for 142 N. Main Street for additional work
• Consider motion authorizing a development agreement with Cedar Ridge Estates El Dorado, LLC, pending creation of the CID and RHID
• Consider ordinance creating the Cedar Ridge Estates Community Improvement District and authorizing public infrastructure projects
• Consider resolution setting a public hearing under the Kansas Reinvestment Housing Incentive District Act for Oct 6, 2025
• Consider ordinance designating Towanda Avenue as a main trafficway

The commission approved the consent agenda and authorized the mayor to sign a contract amendment extending the CDBG grant for 142 N. Main Street. It also authorized the City Manager to execute a Development Agreement with Cedar Ridge Estates, subject to creating a CID and RHID. Additional ordinances creating a Community Improvement District, designating Towanda Avenue as a main trafficway, and approving stormwater, trafficway, water and sewer improvements with GO bonds for Cedar Ridge Estates Phase I were adopted. All motions carried 5‑0.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign CDBG grant extension for 142 N. Main St (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute Development Agreement with Cedar Ridge Estates, subject to CID and RHID (5-0)
• Approved ordinance creating Cedar Ridge Estates Community Improvement District (5-0)
• Adopted resolution setting public hearing for Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (5-0)
• Approved ordinance designating Towanda Avenue as a main trafficway (5-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing stormwater drainage improvements for Cedar Ridge Estates Phase I (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing trafficway, water, sewer improvements and GO bonds for Cedar Ridge Estates Phase I (5-0)

Planning and Zoning

The El Dorado Planning Commission will review a request to rezone and grant a variance at 229 N Washington, discuss a RHID review at 124 S Main, and act on a final plat for the El Dorado Hills Business Park.

• Rezone and variance request for 229 N Washington
• RHID review for 124 S Main
• Final plat for El Dorado Hills Business Park
• Special use permit request for 294 SE Bluestem Rd

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission work session will consider options for a new Aquatic Center. Commissioners will also discuss where to locate a pavilion or stage, either at Gordy Park or Forest Park. The meeting will include routine items such as approval of the previous meeting minutes and reports from the City Commission and City Manager.

• Aquatic Center options
• Placement of pavilion/stage at Gordy Park or Forest Park
• Approval of meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• City Commission reports
• City Manager report

The City Commission directed staff to present all Aquatic Center options to the public. The Commission asked staff to obtain quotes for a pavilion or stage at both Gordy Park and Forest Park. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Directed staff to present all Aquatic Center options to the public
• Asked staff to obtain quotes for pavilion/stage at Gordy Park and Forest Park
• Motion to adjourn carried 5‑0

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will vote on Appropriation Ordinance No. 07‑25 for $2,265,609.98. It will also consider an amendment to the Gold Fest Common Consumption Area and two zoning ordinances: a special‑use permit for an accessory apartment at 255 SE 20th Street, and an amendment to Appendix A to allow public assembly venues in A‑R and R‑S districts. Consent agenda items include minutes from the July 21 and July 23, 2025 meetings.

• Approval of Appropriation Ordinance No. 07‑25 for $2,265,609.98
• Amendment to the Gold Fest Common Consumption Area
• Special Use Permit ordinance for an accessory apartment at 255 SE 20th Street
• Amendment to Appendix A of Zoning Regulations to allow Public Assembly Venues in A‑R and R‑S districts
• Consent agenda: City Commission minutes from July 21, 2025 and work session minutes from July 23, 2025

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, adopting Appropriation Ordinance No. 07‑25 for $2,265,609.98. It also approved a special‑use permit ordinance for an accessory apartment at 255 SE 20th Street. Finally, the commission adopted an amendment to Appendix A of the zoning regulations to allow public assembly venues by special‑use permit in the A‑R and R‑S districts. All three motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 07‑25 for $2,265,609.98 (5‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for accessory apartment at 255 SE 20th Street (5‑0)
• Approved amendment to Appendix A to allow public assembly venues in A‑R and R‑S districts (5‑0)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will discuss the final 2026 proposed budget. They will approve the City Commission meeting minutes from July 21, 2025, and the work session minutes from July 23, 2025. The commission will consider a special use permit for -255 SE 20th and an amendment to zoning regulations for public assembly venues. City Commission and City Manager reports will also be presented.

• Final 2026 Proposed Budget Discussion
• Approval of City Commission minutes from July 21, 2025
• Approval of City Commission work session minutes from July 23, 2025
• Special Use Permit -255 SE 20th
• Amendment to Zoning Regulations – Public Assembly Venues

The commission reviewed proposed 2026 budget options and the upcoming agenda but took no formal actions. A motion to adjourn was moved by Commissioner Kendra Wilkinson, seconded by Commissioner Leon Leachman, and carried 4‑0.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider approving a bid for Project No. 631 to resurface Central Avenue from Jones to Haverhill. A resolution will set a public hearing on a redevelopment plan and a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for 124 S. Main Street. Another resolution will schedule a public hearing to address dangerous structures at several listed addresses. The agenda also includes approval of the Excess Sales Tax Committee recommendations and routine updates.

• Approval of bid for Project No. 631 – resurfacing Central Avenue from Jones to Haverhill
• Resolution to hold public hearing on redevelopment plan and Housing Incentive District for 124 S. Main St
• Resolution to hold public hearing on abating/removing dangerous structures at 918 N Gordy, 920 N Gordy, 937 Oak, 1500 W 2nd, 1015 N Taylor, 610 W 10th, 501 W 12th, 502 W 12th, 1125 N Walnut
• Approval of Excess Sales Tax Committee recommendations

The commission approved the consent agenda and awarded the lowest bid for Project No. 631 to resurface Central Avenue from Jones to Haverhill. It set public hearings for September 15, 2025 to consider a redevelopment incentive district at 124 S. Main Street and to address nine identified dangerous structures. The commission also accepted the Excess Sales Tax Committee recommendations, except for Youth Recreation Facility funds.

• Approved consent agenda for July 7 and July 16 minutes (5-0)
• Approved award of $488,519.41 Central Avenue resurfacing contract to APAC‑Kansas (5-0)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing Sep 15, 2025 for RHID at 124 S. Main St (5-0)
• Approved resolution to schedule public hearing Sep 15, 2025 for abatement of nine dangerous structures (5-0)
• Accepted Excess Sales Tax Committee recommendations except Youth Recreation Facility funds (5-0)

Planning and Zoning

The El Dorado Planning Commission will review requests for accessory apartments, public assembly venues, and a preliminary plat for the El Dorado Hills Business Park. The body will also consider a zoning amendment regarding public assembly venues.

• Accessory apartment request at 255 SE 20th St.
• Zoning amendment for public assembly venues
• Public assembly venue request at 294 SE Bluestem Rd
• Preliminary plat for El Dorado Hills Business Park
• Rezone for El Dorado Hills Business Park Addition

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a work session to discuss the proposed 2026 budget. The meeting also includes a preview of items for the regular agenda and reports from the commission and city manager.

• Proposed 2026 Budget discussion

The El Dorado City Commission met at 5:00 p.m. and conducted a work session. Commissioner Leon Leachman moved to adjourn at 6:31 p.m., seconded by Commissioner Kendra Wilkinson. The motion carried unanimously, 5‑0. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:31 PM (5‑0 vote)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will vote on a $375,971.20 purchase of a street sweeper and approve an appropriation ordinance for $1,440,712.88. The body will also consider a resolution on hotel bond subordination, two traffic‑code amendments, a $391,298 pavement contract award, and a new ordinance on waiver of permit fees after natural events.

• Authorize purchase of a street sweeper from Key Equipment and Supply Co. for $375,971.20
• Approve Appropriation Ordinance No. 06‑25 for $1,440,712.88
• Consider resolution on subordination of 2016 taxable industrial bonds for the Days Inn hotel project
• Amend traffic sections 10.04.010 and 9.04.010 of the municipal code to incorporate state model ordinances
• Award low‑bid $391,298 contract to Kansas Paving for 2025 pavement surface restoration

The commission appointed four members to the Experience El Dorado Advisory Board, authorized a $375,971.20 street‑sweeper purchase, and adopted a $1,440,712.88 appropriation ordinance. It also approved a resolution subordinating its 2016 taxable industrial revenue bonds for the Days Inn hotel, amended three traffic‑related code sections, awarded a $391,298 low‑bid contract to Kansas Paving for pavement restoration, and adopted an ordinance allowing discretionary waiver of permit fees. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Appointed Linda Baines, Sierra Bonn, Becky Walter, and Rachel Topper to the Experience El Dorado Advisory Board (4‑0)
• Authorized purchase of a street sweeper from Key Equipment and Supply Co. for $375,971.20 (4‑0)
• Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 06‑25 for $1,440,712.88 (4‑0)
• Approved resolution subordinating 2016 Series A and B taxable industrial bonds for the Days Inn hotel (4‑0)
• Approved amendment to traffic code Section 10.04.010 incorporating the Standard Traffic Ordinance (4‑0)
• Approved amendment to traffic code Section 9.04.010 incorporating the Uniform Public Offense Code (4‑0)
• Awarded low‑bid contract to Kansas Paving for $391,298.00 for pavement surface restoration projects (4‑0)
• Approved ordinance granting the City Manager discretionary waiver of permit fees (4‑0)

City Commission

The commission voted to adjourn the special session at 6:11 p.m. The motion was moved by Commissioner Kendra Wilkinson, seconded by Commissioner Syndee Scribner, and carried unanimously (5‑0). No other substantive actions were taken; discussion of the proposed 2026 budget was scheduled for July 23.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:11 p.m. (5‑0)
• Scheduled continued discussion of proposed 2026 budget for July 23

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss a proposed 2026 budget that exceeds the revenue neutral rate. The body is also considering several contracts for water, housing, and road safety planning.

• Intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the proposed 2026 Annual Budget
• Wholesale Water Contract with Butler Rural Water District 7
• Grant Agreement with Kansas Housing Resources Corporation for housing at 124 S. Main Street
• Agreement with JEO Consulting Group, Inc. for the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan
• Municipal Code amendments for public consumption and the Gold Fest Common Consumption Area

The commission approved several actions, including a $650,000 moderate‑income housing grant to convert the historic Masonic Hall at 124 S. Main Street into mixed‑use housing. It also renamed North Field in East Park to Doug Chance Field and adopted amendments to the municipal code for a Gold Fest consumption area. Additional authorizations were made for a safety‑action plan contract, a water‑grant extension, and a notice to exceed the revenue‑neutral rate for the 2026 budget.

• Approved appointment of Steve LaRue to Board of Code Review (5-0)
• Approved grant extension for Community Development Block Grant at 142 N. Main St. (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Park and Recreation Facility Naming Policy (5-0)
• Approved renaming North Field in East Park to "Doug Chance Field" (4-1)
• Authorized City Manager to execute $650,000 KHRC Moderate‑Income Housing grant agreement for 124 S. Main redevelopment (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to enter professional services agreement with JEO Consulting for SS4A Safety Action Plan, up to $200,000 (5-0)
• Approved municipal code amendments creating Gold Fest Common Consumption Area (5-0)
• Authorized City Clerk to provide notice to exceed revenue‑neutral rate for 2026 budget (5-0)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will hold a work session on June 30, 2025. Commissioners will hear the independent auditor’s presentation of the 2024 financial statements, consider Experience El Dorado advisory board appointments, review Strong Towns financial indicators, and discuss the 2026 budget. The session also includes routine items such as placing meeting minutes on the consent agenda and reports from the City Commission and City Manager.

• Independent Auditor’s presentation of 2024 financial statements
• Appointments to the Experience El Dorado Advisory Board
• Review of Strong Towns financial indicators
• Discussion of the 2026 city budget

The El Dorado City Commission held a work session on June 30, 2025, reviewing the 2024 financial statements, Experience El Dorado advisory board applications, Strong Towns financial indicators, and the proposed 2026 budget. The upcoming July 7 agenda was previewed. The meeting was adjourned at 6:44 p.m. with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will vote on Appropriation Ordinance No. 05‑25 for $2,760,727.94. It will also consider a special‑use permit for a limited vehicle‑repair business at 301 S Main Street and a motion to waive building‑permit fees for properties damaged by the June 3 flood. Additional items include routine consent‑agenda approvals and reports from the City Manager and advisory boards.

• Approve Appropriation Ordinance No. 05‑25 for $2,760,727.94
• Special‑use permit for limited vehicle repair at 301 S Main Street
• Waive building‑permit fees for properties affected by the June 3 flood

The commission approved the appropriation ordinance for $2,760,727.94 by a 4‑0 vote. It also approved a special‑use permit for limited vehicle repair at 301 S Main St, with six conditions, by a 4‑0 vote. Finally, it approved a temporary waiver of building permit fees for properties affected by the June 2025 flood, also by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 05‑25 for $2,760,727.94 (4‑0)
• Approved Special Use Permit (Case 25‑03‑SUP) for limited vehicle repair at 301 S Main St, with six conditions (4‑0)
• Approved temporary waiver of building permit fees for flood‑affected properties (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes from May 5, 14, 19, 2025 (4‑0)
• Motion to adjourn meeting carried (4‑0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to review the response to a June 3, 2025 flood incident. Members will also discuss the Gordy Park Pavilion Project and park naming policies.

• June 3, 2025 Flood Incident and Response
• Gordy Park Pavilion Project
• Park and Recreation Facility Naming Policy
• Designation of North Field at East Park to Doug Chance Field

The City Commission approved a change to the Facility Naming Policy, eliminating the requirement that an individual be deceased to have a park or facility named after them. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote. Other items, such as the Gordy Park Pavilion concept and the proposed renaming of North Field, were discussed but no decisions were recorded.

• Removed deceased‑only requirement for park/facility naming (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning and Zoning

The El Dorado Planning Commission will meet on May 22, 2025. Commissioners will hear a presentation and hold a public hearing on a request for a limited‑vehicle‑repair business at 301 S Main. After discussion, a motion may be taken on the request. No other agenda items require a decision.

• Public hearing on request for limited vehicle repair at 301 S Main
• Presentation of request for limited vehicle repair at 301 S Main
• Discussion and possible motion on the limited vehicle repair request

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on an appropriation ordinance and a demolition contract. The body is also considering a special use permit for a structure and the renaming of a park field.

• Appropriation Ordinance No. 04-25 for $4,413,785.66
• Low bid of $10,900 from Stands Farm for demolition at 401 N. Emporia
• Special Use Permit for an accessory structure at 720 Oak Street
• Resolution to rename North Field in Central Park to 'Fowler Field'
• Ordinance to vacate a portion of a cul-de-sac on Pioneer Drive

The commission approved the $4,413,785.66 municipal band appropriation and denied a special‑use permit for an accessory structure at 720 Oak Street. It also approved a resolution renaming North Field to Fowler Field, vacated part of a cul‑de‑sac on Pioneer Drive, and accepted a $10,900 low bid to demolish a fire‑damaged house at 401 N. Emporia.

• Approved consent agenda, including April 30 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 04-25 for $4,413,785.66 (5-0)
• Denied Special Use Permit for accessory structure at 720 Oak Street (4-1)
• Approved resolution renaming North Field to "Fowler Field" (5-0)
• Approved ordinance vacating portion of cul‑de‑sac on Pioneer Drive (5-0)
• Accepted $10,900 low bid from Stands Farm for demolition at 401 N. Emporia (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will conduct a work session to discuss the preliminary budget and a naming policy for Park and Recreation facilities. The body will also review changes to the fireworks ordinance resulting from Senate Bill 199.

• Preliminary budget discussion
• Fireworks ordinance changes via Senate Bill 199
• Park and Recreation Facility Naming Policy

The commission voted 4-0 to adjourn the special session at 6:11 p.m. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will consider several consent agenda items, including the minutes from the April 21 meeting, the distribution of $36,067 in annual liquor tax funds, and the first‑quarter financial reports. New business includes approving the bid award and related agreements for the Airport Taxiway Lighting Project. The meeting also features proclamations for Public Service Recognition Week, Bicycle Safety Month, and National Police Week, as well as updates on Main Street and other city matters.

• Approval of annual liquor tax distributions ($8,587 to Sunlight Children's Advocacy Center; $17,175 to Family Life Center; $10,305 to Tri-County CASA)
• Approval of 1st Quarter Financial Reports
• Approval of bid award for Airport Taxiway Lighting Project and related agreements
• Proclamations: Public Service Recognition Week, Bicycle Safety Month, National Police Week
• El Dorado Main Street 1st Quarter Update

The commission approved the consent agenda, including the annual liquor tax distributions and the first‑quarter financial reports. It awarded the airport taxiway lighting construction contract to Third Generation Electric. The commission also approved Amendment No. 1 to Olsson’s professional services agreement and authorized the city manager to sign the FAA grant application and acceptance documents. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda with liquor tax distributions ($8,587 Sunlight Children's Advocacy Center; $17,175 Family Life Center; $10,305 Tri‑County CASA) and Q1 financial reports (5‑0)
• Awarded airport taxiway lighting construction contract to Third Generation Electric (5‑0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Olsson’s professional services agreement (5‑0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign FAA grant application and for City Manager and City Attorney to sign grant acceptance (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 p.m. (5‑0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to review the preliminary budget and the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. Members will also discuss recommendations for excess sales tax projects and a proposed aquatics center.

• Proposed Aquatics Center discussion
• Excess Sales Tax Project recommendations
• Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan review
• Preliminary Budget discussion
• Airport Taxiway Lighting Project bid evaluation

The commission held a work session on April 30, 2025 to discuss excess sales‑tax project recommendations, a proposed Aquatic Center, the five‑year Capital Improvement Plan, and the preliminary FY 2026 budget. No formal actions or approvals were taken; the items will be considered in future meetings. The session was adjourned at 7:00 p.m. by a 5‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning Commission will consider a request for an accessory structure at 720 Oak Street. The agenda includes a presentation, a public hearing, discussion, and a motion on the request. No other substantive items are listed for decision beyond routine approvals.

• Accessory structure request – 720 Oak St (presentation, public hearing, discussion, motion)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on a multi-million dollar appropriation ordinance and several land-use changes. The meeting includes reviews of subdivision plats and a special use permit for an accessory apartment. A presentation on Excess Sales Tax Committee recommendations is also scheduled.

• Appropriation Ordinance No. 03-25 for $6,351,091.33
• Special Use Permit for an accessory apartment at 202 SW Morley Rd.
• Approval of the Nancy Grange Subdivision Plat
• Zoning ordinances for I-1 Light Industrial, O-I Office Institutional, R-2 Residential Medium Density, and R-S Residential Suburban districts
• Extension on the Community Development Block Grant Project at District 142

The commission approved the consent agenda, including Appropriation Ordinance No. 03‑25 for $6,351,091.33 and an extension of the Community Development Block Grant project in District 142. It also approved several zoning amendments and a special‑use permit, each passing unanimously (5‑0). All motions were carried with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 03‑25 ($6,351,091.33) (5‑0)
• Approved extension of Community Development Block Grant Project at District 142 (5‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 1257 SW Hwy 77 from A‑R to I‑1 (5‑0)
• Approved final plat for Nancy Grange Subdivision (5‑0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for accessory apartment at 202 SW Morley Rd (5‑0)
• Approved rezoning of KB Farms Addition to O‑I (Office‑Institutional) District (5‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 1126, 1128, and 1204 W 6th Ave from C‑1 to R‑2 (5‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 3242 SE Turkey Creek Rd from A‑R to R‑S (5‑0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a wholesale water contract with Butler Rural Water District 1. The body will also review amendments to the municipal code regarding animal regulations and alcohol consumption on public property.

• Wholesale water contract between the City of El Dorado and Butler Rural Water District 1
• Municipal code amendment for a common consumption area at 703 South Main Street
• Municipal code amendment to Chapter 9 regarding consumption on public property
• Ordinance amending Title 6 pertaining to animals
• El Dorado Inc 1st Quarter Report

The commission approved the consent agenda (5‑0). It then adopted a resolution approving a wholesale water contract with Butler Rural Water District 1 (5‑0). The body also approved amendments to the municipal code for a new common consumption area on South Main Street and updated the animal control ordinance (each 5‑0). All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved wholesale water contract with Butler Rural Water District 1 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 9 and Chapter 4 creating a common consumption area at 703 South Main Street (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Title 6 of the municipal code pertaining to animals (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will consider a resolution to approve a wholesale water contract with Butler Rural Water District 1. It will also approve annual liquor tax distributions totaling $35,088 to local charities. Additional discussion items include a Main Street Kansas presentation, a proposal to reduce the mill levy with a general sales tax, and reviews of a multi-use recreation center and animal ordinance revisions.

• Resolution approving wholesale water contract with Butler Rural Water District 1
• Approval of liquor tax distributions: $8,388 to Sunlight Children's Advocacy Center; $16,776 to Family Life Center; $839 to Kids Need to Thrive; $10,065 to Tri-County CASA
• General sales tax proposal to reduce the mill levy
• Animal ordinance revisions review
• Multi-use recreation center discussion

The El Dorado City Commission held a work session on April 2, 2025 and discussed a Main Street Kansas presentation, a proposal to use the Civic Center as a Multi‑Use Recreation Center, a revision to the animal ordinance, and other topics. The commission asked City Manager David Dillner to gather more information on converting the Civic Center to a recreation facility. At 7:00 p.m. Commissioner Leon Leachman moved to adjourn, which carried 5‑0.

• Requested City Manager to gather more information on converting the Civic Center to a Multi‑Use Recreation Center
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried 5‑0

Planning and Zoning

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and several land-use requests. The body will decide on rezoning applications and a subdivision plat.

• 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Rezone requests for 1257 SW HWY 77, 3242 SE Turkey Creek Rd, and 1126, 1128, 1204 W 6th Ave
• Rezone request for Lots 1, 2, 3 Block 1 KB Farms
• Nancy Grange Subdivision plat
• Special use permit for 202 SW Morley Rd

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will vote on several consent‑agenda items, including an appropriation ordinance for $1,890,809.84. It will also approve temporary community‑college and bakery contracts and appoint three board members whose terms run through December 31, 2027. No new business or discussion items are scheduled.

• Approval of Appropriation Ordinance No. 02-25 for $1,890,809.84
• Approval of Butler Community College Temporary CMB set to expire March 29, 2025
• Approval of La Casita Mexican Food & Bakery CMB at 212 E Central Ave set to expire December 31, 2025
• Experience El Dorado Board appointments of Rosie Carter, Ben Wheeler, and Angie Day (terms to December 31, 2027)
• Adoption of City Commission meeting minutes from February 17, 2025

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will vote on two professional services agreements to hire Cami Baker as municipal judge and Rob Lane as municipal prosecutor. The agenda also includes a Severe Weather Awareness Week proclamation, an Opioid Task Force informational presentation, and an executive session to discuss the City Manager's annual evaluation. All other items are routine or informational.

• Motion to approve Professional Services Agreement with Cami Baker to serve as Municipal Judge
• Motion to approve Professional Services Agreement with Rob Lane to serve as Municipal Prosecutor
• Severe Weather Awareness Week proclamation
• Opioid Task Force presentation (information only)
• Executive session to discuss City Manager's annual evaluation

Planning and Zoning

The Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. It will then hold public hearings and discuss a rezoning request for 1257 SW Highway 77 and a final plat application for the Nancy Grange Subdivision, after which motions will be considered. The commission also scheduled its next meeting for March 27, 2025.

• Approval of minutes from 1/23/25 meeting
• Rezone request for 1257 SW Hwy 77
• Final plat application for Nancy Grange Subdivision
• Public hearing and discussion on each new business item
• Next meeting set for 3/27/25

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the replacement of the 12th Avenue/El Dorado State Park Bridge. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and a housing incentive district.

• Appropriation Ordinance No. 01-25 for $2,484,254.85
• Contract with Apex Excavating for Central and Haverhill Water Main Replacement for $332,450
• Replacement of Vintage Lift Station not to exceed $156,450
• Public hearing for KDOT Project No. 900-08 KA-6474-01 (12th Avenue/El Dorado State Park Bridge)
• Resolution of Intent to create a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for Cedar Ridge Estates, First Addition

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the Downtown Rejuvenation Plan and review the Animal Control Ordinance. The meeting will also include standard reports and an executive session.

• Discussion of Downtown Rejuvenation Plan
• Review of Animal Control Ordinance
• City Commission Reports
• City Manager Report
• Executive Session for non-elected personnel

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will discuss setting a public hearing on the Kansas Department of Transportation's 12th Avenue Bridge Project. It will also consider approving the Aquatics Center Planning Services Agreement and appointing a Vice Mayor for the 2025 term. Consent agenda items include minutes from previous meetings, and an executive session will address non‑elected personnel matters.

• Consideration of setting a public hearing for the Kansas Department of Transportation 12th Avenue Bridge Project
• Consideration of approval of the Aquatics Center Planning Services Agreement
• Consideration of the appointment of a Vice Mayor for the 2025 term
• Consent agenda: approval of City Commission Special Session minutes (Jan 15 2025) and City Commission Meeting minutes (Jan 21 2025)
• Executive session to discuss non‑elected personnel and succession plans

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the Aquatics Center planning agreement, animal shelter operations, and priorities for the City Manager. The meeting includes a preview of the regular agenda, including the appointment of a Vice-Mayor.

• Professional Services Agreement with Garver for Aquatics Center Master Plan
• Public hearing setting for Kansas Department of Transportation 12th Avenue Bridge Project
• Appointment of a Vice-Mayor for the 2025 term
• Discussion of El Dorado Animal Shelter Operations
• City Manager evaluation in Executive Session

Planning and Zoning

The El Dorado Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the final plat for the Cedar Ridge Estates First Addition. Commissioners will hear a presentation, discuss the proposal, and vote on approval. The item appears under New Business on the agenda.

• Final plat for Cedar Ridge Estates First Addition – presentation, public hearing, discussion, and motion for approval

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will vote on a consent agenda that includes Appropriation Ordinance No. 12‑24 for $2,644,303.67. It will also consider amending Title 4 of the municipal code regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages and a resolution to approve a wholesale water contract with Butler Wholesale Water District 8. Additional routine items include adopting meeting minutes, advisory board appointments, and hearing public comments.

• Approve Appropriation Ordinance No. 12‑24 for $2,644,303.67
• Amend Title 4 of the municipal code on sale of alcoholic beverages
• Approve wholesale water contract with Butler Wholesale Water District 8
• Adopt City Commission meeting minutes from December 16, 2024
• Appoint members to advisory boards

Special Commission

The Special Commission’s meeting will consider approving an extension of the Community Development Block Grant project in District 142. It will also discuss the Central Avenue Project affecting downtown businesses, review the Wholesale No. 8 Rural Water Contract, and consider appointments to the advisory board. An executive session is scheduled to address non‑elected personnel matters.

• Approval of extension on Community Development Block Grant Project at District 142
• Discussion of Central Avenue Project and downtown businesses
• Review of Wholesale No. 8 Rural Water Contract
• Advisory Board appointments
• Executive session to discuss non‑elected personnel per K.S.A. 75‑4319(b)(1)

City Commission

The El Dorado City Commission will vote on extending the Community Development Block Grant project in District 142. The item is listed under New Business as item 6. Other agenda items include routine consent agenda approval of the December 16, 2024 minutes, updates from the commission and city manager, and an executive‑session discussion of non‑elected personnel.

• Approval of extension for Community Development Block Grant project in District 142
• Consent agenda approval of City Commission meeting minutes from December 16, 2024
• City Commission and Advisory Board updates
• City Manager report
• Executive‑session discussion of non‑elected personnel (K.S.A. 75‑4319(b)(1))