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Fri Jul 17, 2026

City Commission

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Fri Jul 17, 2026

City Commission

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Fri Jul 10, 2026

Community Health Advisory Board

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Fri Jul 10, 2026

Holcomb - Garden City - Finney County Area Planning Commission Agenda

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Fri Jun 12, 2026

Public Utilities Advisory Board

✓ Decided: The Public Utilities Advisory Board reviewed street and water projects.

The board approved the January 7, 2025, meeting minutes. Tyler Patterson provided an update on upcoming street department projects, and members discussed ongoing city water projects including a new water tower.

Approved January 07, 2025, meeting minutes

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+ Un -Approved Minutes Public Utilities Advisory Board DATE March 5th 2025 TIME 5:30 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY Chris Law IN ATTENDANCE ☒Chris Law-Chair ☒ Miriam Vargas ☐ Nakita Ortiz ☒Mary Eves-Vice Chair ☐ Mike Muirhead ☒ Rachelle Powell ☒ Sherri Nelson ☒Tyler Patterson ☐ ☐Raylene Dick ☒Traffic Advisory Committee ☐ APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes are read from January 07, 2025 Motion to Approve: Sherri Nelson Second to Approve: Mary Eves STAFF REPORTS 1. Tyler Patterson gave an update on the all the upcoming projects for the street department. 2. PUAB committee members had questions on the utility projects going on in the city, such as the new water tower other water projects. ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned: 5:51 pm Motion to Adjourn: Sherri Nelson Second to Adjourn: Mary Eves NEXT MEETING April 2nd, 5:30pm @ USC Training Room

Tue Jun 9, 2026

Traffic Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approves recommendation for E Schulman Ave roadway changes

The committee approved a recommendation to create a three-section striped center turn lane on E Schulman Ave from E Campus St to the Bypass. The meeting also included an announcement regarding the full closure of 3rd St. for street widening.

Approved March 5th, 2026 minutes
Approved recommendation for E Schulman Ave center turn lane

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Approved Minutes Traffic Advisory Committee DATE April 2nd, 2026 TIME 5:30 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY Gary Bennett IN ATTENDANCE ☒Gary Bennett-Chair ☒ Officer Troy Davis ☒Trent Maxwell-NDS Director ☒James McGowan-Vice Chair ☒ Mike Muirhead ☒David Baca ☒Cricket Turley ☒Miriam Vargas ☒Danielle Burke ☒Jeanne Rupp ☒Tyler Patterson ☐Beverly Schmitz Glass ☒Public Utilities Advisory Board APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes are read from March 5th,2026. Motion to Approve: Jeanne Rupp Second to Approve: Cricket Turley STAFF REPORTS Welcome the PUAB’s new board member, Kathy Koster. Neighborhood and Development Service Department will present development process within the City along with the Public Works and Utilities staff. General information on the intersection of Mary St and Buffalo Way- Southside. Presented by Tyler Announcement: 3rd St., street Widening from April 20th to July 20. Street will be fully closed to traffic. BUSINESS The Traffic Advisory Committee was asked to provide a recommendation of creating E Schulman Ave to a striped three- section (center turn land roadway from E Campus st to the Bypass. Presented by Tyler Patterson, Moved to Approve Recommendation by Member McGowan; Seconded by Member Rupp ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned: 6:57 pm Motion to Adjourn: Member James McGowan Second to Adjourn: Member Cricket Turley NEXT MEETING June 4th, 5:30pm @ USC Training Room

Tue Jun 9, 2026

Traffic Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approves parking removal on Pine St and crosswalk installation at 3rd & Harding

The committee approved removing one parking spot on both the north and south sides of the 200th block of Pine St. It also approved a flashing crosswalk at 3rd St and Harding Ave contingent on USD 457 paying half the cost. Other proposals regarding alley traffic, bus locations, and speed limits were not approved.

Approved removal of one parking spot on north and south sides of 200th block of Pine St
Approved flashing crosswalk at 3rd St & Harding Ave contingent on USD 457 paying 50% cost
Denied one-way traffic designation for alley adjacent to 802 N 5th
Tabled flashing crosswalk sign at Walker St & Taylor Ave pending funding follow-up
Deferred City Link bus location decision while staff researches alternatives
Denied speed limit reduction from 40 mph to 30 mph on Mary St

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Approved Minutes Traffic Advisory Committee DATE June 4th, 2026 TIME 5:30 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY Gary Bennett IN ATTENDANCE ☒Gary Bennett-Chair ☐ Officer Troy Davis ☒ Chance Vigil ☒James McGowan-Vice Chair ☐ Mike Muirhead ☒ Fred Jones ☒Cricket Turley ☒Miriam Vargas ☐Jeanne Rupp ☒Tyler Patterson ☒Beverly Schmitz Glass ☒Public Utilities Advisory Board APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes are read from April 02,2026. Motion to Approve: Member Cricket Turley Second to Approve: Member Beverly Glass STAFF REPORTS BUSINESS I. Traffic Advisory Committee was asked to consider and approve that the alley adjacent to the Emmaus House, 802 N 5th, be designated as a one-way only traffic from north to south. Request is intended to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion of the freight truck and public pickups. a. After consideration of both Emmaus House board Member Dawn Lunzman and the Traffic /Solid Waste department concerning the relocation of dumpsters, Member Turley motion to leave as is and the possibilities of educating Emmaus House staff or using temporary signage. Motion was seconded by Member McGowan. II. Traffic Advisory Committee was asked to consider and approve the installation of flashing cross walk sign at Walker St & Taylor Ave near Buffalo Jones Elementary school. Request is intended to help pedestrians such as students and parents needing to cross and not being able to due to distracted driver. a. The committee unanimously dec [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jun 9, 2026

Public Utilities Advisory Board

✓ Decided: The Public Utilities Advisory Board approved the March 5th meeting minutes.

The board met to approve previous meeting minutes and received updates regarding development processes and street closures. No other substantive decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Approved March 5th, 2025 minutes

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+ Approved Minutes Public Utilities Advisory Board DATE April 2nd, 2026 TIME 5:30 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY Chris Law IN ATTENDANCE ☒Chris Law-Chair ☒ Miriam Vargas ☒ Trent Maxwell ☒Mary Eves-Vice Chair ☒ Mike Muirhead ☒ David Baca ☐Sherri Nelson ☒Tyler Patterson ☒Danielle Burke ☒Raylene Dick ☒Traffic Advisory Committee ☒Kathy Koster ☒Officer Troy Davis APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes are read from March 5th, 2025 Motion to Approve: Member Raylene Dick Second to Approve: Member Mary Eves STAFF REPORTS Welcome the PUAB’s new board member, Kathy Koster. Neighborhood and Development Service Department will present development process within the City along with the Public Works and Utilities staff. General information on the intersection of Mary St and Buffalo Way- Southside. Presented by Tyler Announcement: 3rd St., street Widening from April 20th to July 20. Street will be fully closed to traffic. ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned: 6:57 Motion to Adjourn: Member Eves Second to Adjourn: Member Law NEXT MEETING April 2nd, 5:30pm @ USC Training Room

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves $3.8M appropriation and several city resolutions

The City Commission approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 259 2-2025A for $3,845,453.74. Additional actions included approving various municipal resolutions, board appointments, and service agreements.

Approved July 15, 2025, meeting minutes
Approved Municipal Courts Week (August 10-16, 2025)
Approved alcohol sales at Stevens Park for Sept. 13 and Sept. 20, 2025
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 259 2-2025A ($3,845,453.74)
Approved sale of Sports of the World Phase II STAR Bond Project revenue bonds
Approved public hearing for Sandsage Square Phase 1 Reinvestment Housing Incentive District
Approved updated Western Area Power Administration 2025 Integrated Resource Plan
Approved $420,292.50 change order for Valley View Cemetery expansion

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, August 5, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Ortiz opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The July 15, 2025, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Tom Howard addressed the Governing Body regarding inspections at the American Legion. Ernie Wharton addressed the Governing Body with his concerns about sales tax. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim August 10 -16, 2025, as Municipal Courts Week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Nguyen; seconded by Commissioner Unruh. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Mayor Cessna, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None The Governing Body considered and approved a request from Steve Jessee with Midnight Oasis to allow, under Code Section 6 -1, possession, consumption and sale of cereal malt beverages or alcoholic liquors at Stevens Park on the following dates: September 13, 2025 - Community Mexican Fiesta September 20, 2025 - Fall Fest Moved [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves property tax levy and several city resolutions

The City Commission approved a resolution to levy a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate and authorized the 2026 Budget Certificate. Additional actions included approving housing grant participation, infrastructure agreements, and various board appointments.

Approved August 19, 2025, meeting minutes
Approved request for Mayor to proclaim September as Hunger Action Month
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 25 94-2025A for $2,964,359.11
Approved Resolution No. 3209-2025 to levy a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate
Approved Resolution No. 3208-2025 for participation in the Kansas Moderate Income Housing Grant Program
Approved 2026 Budget Certificate
Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Stone Creek Station Foundation regarding STAR Bond Phase II
Approved Advanced Traffic Signal Technology agreement with KDOT

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, September 2, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The August 19, 2025, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Mike Walker addressed the Governing Body regarding the maintenance of the Talley Trail. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved a request from Lisa Knoll, on behalf of Kansas Food Bank to allow the Mayor to proclaim the month of September as Hunger Action Month in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Ortiz; seconded by Commissioner Unruh. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Mayor Cessna, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Presentation of the July 2025 monthly staff report from Lee Richardson Zoo. The City has received correspondence from Cox Communications regarding channel line-up changes. MEETINGS OF NOTE September 6, 2025 - A Wild Affair at Lee Richardson Zoo at 6:00 p.m. September 13, 2025 - Community Mexican Fiesta Celebration at Stevens Park from 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. September 16, 2025 - Joint Meeting of the Finney County Board of C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves $2.5M appropriation ordinance and several city contracts

The City Commission approved a $2,498,826.37 appropriation ordinance and various service agreements. The body also directed staff not to prepare an ordinance regarding Sunday retail sales for Cereal Malt Beverage and Liquor.

Approved February 17, 2026, meeting minutes
Approved Mayor's proclamation of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2606-2026A for $2,498,826.37
Deferred retail electric supplier selection to a subsequent meeting
Approved Art Grant fund distribution
Approved SkyWest Airlines proposal for Essential Air Service at Garden City Regional Airport
Approved Wilson and Company task order for $69,826.00 for Spruce Street Pond design
Directed staff not to prepare ordinance for Sunday Cereal Malt Beverage and Liquor sales

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, March 3, 2026 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present except Mayor Nguyen. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Canales-Lozano opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The February 17, 2026, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved a request from Vickie Harshbargar with Mosaic to allow the Mayor to proclaim March 2026 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Cessna; seconded by Commissioner Canales-Lozano. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Cessna, Commissioner Oyler, Commissioner Canales- Lozano Nays: None Absent: Mayor Nguyen REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Presentation of the January 2026 report from the Garden City Regional Airport. Presentation of the February 2026 Monthly Sales Tax Reports from Service and Finance. The City received correspondence from Cox Communications regarding channel line-up changes. MEETINGS OF NOTE March 2, 2026 - Southwest Kansas Chambers of Commerce Night Out in Topeka fr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves several bond issuances and budget amendments

The City Commission approved multiple bond ordinances for industrial revenue and general obligations. The body also approved a 2025 budget amendment, a renovation agreement for 1210 Fleming Street, and various administrative items.

Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2600-2025A for $1,875,091.69 (5-0)
Approved Ordinance No. 3037-2025 for industrial revenue bonds up to $8,000,000 (5-0)
Approved Ordinance No. 3038-2025 for General Obligation Bonds of $1,680,000 (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3212-2025 regarding the sale of General Obligation Bonds (5-0)
Approved Certificate of Amendment of the 2025 Budget (5-0)
Approved renovation agreement for 1210 Fleming Street (4-1)
Approved termination of lease/operations agreement for Milk & Honey at the Flight Deck (5-0)
Approved 2026 State and Federal Legislative Agendas (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, December 2, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM All members were present. PRESENT PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Mayor Ortiz opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The November 18, 2025 Commission Meeting Minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Garden City High School government night school class students Nayeli Ortegon, Alexis Ortega, Riley Alphonse, Nevaeh Martinez and Althea Baluyot, presented to the Governing Body what projects have been working on to become more active in the community. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS ANDREMONSTRANCES REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Congratulations to Communications Director Yeimi Darville and IT Manager Clay Billings who have recently accepted offers from Finney County and will be concluding their employment with the City of Garden City the week of December 1st through 5th. Both Yeimi and Clay have been significant contributors to the City's success and we wish them well as they continue their public service careers with Finney County! The Governing Body considered established consensus to hold the regular scheduled Town Hall Meeting on the evening of December 30, 2025. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves various fee schedules, utility rates, and AFAC funding

The City Commission approved several ordinances regarding the master fee schedule, municipal court costs, water/sewer rates, and solid waste rates. Additionally, the commission approved $47,838 in supplemental AFAC funding for local agencies.

Approved November 4, 2025, meeting minutes
Approved Mayor's proclamation of Match Day on December 2, 2025 (5-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 259 9-2025A for $3,966,214.05
Approved Ordinance No. 3033-2025 regarding the Master Fee Schedule (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3212-2025 establishing the 2026 master fee schedule (5-0)
Approved Ordinance No. 3034-2025 regarding Municipal Court costs and procedures (5-0)
Approved Ordinance No. 3035-2025 adjusting retail water and sewer rates (5-0)
Approved Ordinance No. 3036-2025 adjusting solid waste rates (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, November 18, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Unruh opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The November 4, 2025, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Beth Koksal, Finney County LiveWell addressed the Governing Body regarding the recent award of Pathways to a Healthy Kansas project with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas and thanked P ublic Works & Utilities Director Muirhead and Interim Parks Superintendent Quintana for their assistance. Frank Baliterrez addressed the Governing Body with a concern about only one entrance into Chappel Heights housing addition. Sister Rosarita Weber addressed the Governing Body regarding the upcoming closing of the community garden on Schulman Avenue and thanked the City for years of assistance. Brittany Martin addressed the Governing Body regarding the proposed Fee Schedule, specifically the increased costs in the Municipal Court and Neighborhood Development Services departments. Vicki Germann, Vice Chair of Finney County Board of Commissioners, addressed the Governing Body with rec [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves $3.3M appropriation and various city ordinances

The City Commission approved a $3,324,038.37 appropriation ordinance and several nuisance resolutions. The body also accepted the 2024 Annual Financial Report and approved a $2.079M wastewater treatment plant contract.

Approved May 6, 2025, meeting minutes
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2587-2025A for $3,324,038.37 (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3193-2025 regarding a STAR bond public hearing (4-0, 1 abstention)
Approved Ordinance No. 3013-2025 to terminate the Chappel Heights Phase I incentive district (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3194-2025 for environmental nuisance removal at 705 E Santa Fe Street (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3195-2025 for motor vehicle nuisance removal at 1112 N 12th Street (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3196-2025 for motor vehicle nuisance removal at 615 Garden City Avenue (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3197-2025 for motor vehicle nuisance removal at 1004 N 7th Street (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, May 20, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT Commissioner Ortiz opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION All members were present. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The May 6, 2025, Commission Meeting Minutes approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER The Governing Body recognized and congratulate d the graduates and participants of the 2025 Citizens Academy program. Assistant City Manager Burke provided an update on issues raised during the April 29, 2025, Town Hall meeting regarding 1107 Gillespie Place. Presentation of the Monthly City-Wide Performance Management Report for April 2025 Presentation of the April 2025 report from the Garden City Regional Airport. Presentation of the April 2025 Fire Department Activity Report. Presentation of the April 2025 Code Enforcement Report from Neighborhood & Development Services. Presentation of the April 2025 Building Report from Neighborhood & Development Services Presentation of the April 2025 Monthly Bulletin from the Garden City Police Department. MEETINGS OF NOTE May 21, 2025 - Garde [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves various ordinances, annexations, and infrastructure bids

The City Commission approved several land annexations, zoning waivers, and infrastructure contracts. The body also authorized a change of location for the December 2 meeting to Garden City High School.

Approved Public Power Week proclamation (4-0)
Approved further consideration of water system request via engineering task order (4-0)
Approved parking and temporary structure waiver for 1117 Fleming Street (4-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2596-2025A ($13,001,811.24) (4-0)
Approved annexation of K-State Research Station land (4-0)
Approved annexation of Chappel Heights, LLC property (4-0)
Approved lot size waiver for 301 East Santa Fe Drive (4-0)
Approved Ditch Crossing Agreement with Second Drainage District of Finney County (4-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, October 7, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present except Commissioner Unruh. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Nguyen opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The September 16, 2025, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as submitted. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved a proclamation allowing the Mayor to proclaim the week of October 5-11, 2025, as Public Power Week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Ortiz; seconded by Commissioner Landgraf. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Mayor Cessna, Commissioner Nguyen Nays: None Absent: Commissioner Unruh The Governing Body considered a request from Western Kansas Housing, LLC for the City to assume operation and maintenance of the East Garden Village Public Water System and Sanitary Sewer Collection System. The Governing Body approved giving further consideration to the request to include staff bringing back a task order for engineering services to assist in evaluating the current system. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Ortiz; secon [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves airport upgrades and various city contracts

The City Commission approved several infrastructure and service agreements, including snow removal equipment for the regional airport and police camera renewals. The commission also authorized zoo event requests and nuisance abatements.

Approved June 20, 2025 as 620 Day in Garden City (5-0)
Approved Lee Richardson Zoo 'Boo! at the Zoo' event requests (5-0)
Approved Lee Richardson Zoo 'A Wild Affair' event requests (5-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2589-2025A for $2,176,540.11 (5-0)
Approved Stone Creek Station Foundation development agreement resolution (4-0, 1 abstention)
Ordered nuisance abatement with a 30-day compliance period (5-0)
Approved Garden City Partners I, LLC housing grant amendment (5-0)
Approved Kansas Housing Resources Corporation housing grant amendment (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Unruh opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The June 3, 2025 Commission Meeting Minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim June 20, 2025 as 620 Day in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Nguyen; seconded by Commissioner Unruh. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Mayor Cessna, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None The Governing Body considered and approved event requests from Friends of Lee Richardson Zoo for Boo! at the Zoo 2025. 1. Request to close the Zoo for the day of the event (October 18, 2025). 2. Request to allow Friends of Lee Richardson Zoo charge an admission fee for Boo! at the Zoo. 3. Request to waive the sign ordinance and right-of-way restrictions to place a banner at Lee Richardson Zoo west fence and north fence close to the museum from September 19 - October 19, 2025. Moved to Approve by Commissione [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: City approves $3.1M budget, STAR Bond amendment, and property maintenance rules

The Garden City Commission approved a $3,111,578.19 appropriation ordinance to fund city claims and operations. Commissioners also amended the Sports of the World STAR Bond project plan, rezoned a Prairie View Acres subdivision, adopted updated property maintenance codes, and purchased two parcels for over $168,000. These actions allocate municipal funds, adjust local development financing, update neighborhood code enforcement standards, and expand city land holdings.

Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2588-2025A for $3,111,578.19 (5-0)
Approved STAR Bond project plan amendment for Sports of the World (4-0; Commissioner Landgraf absent)
Vacated road easements on former sections of East Mary Street and North Jennie Barker Road (5-0)
Rezoned Prairie View Acres – Phase One First Replat from R-1(PUD & ZL) to R-1(PUD) (5-0)
Adopted new property maintenance and nuisance violation regulations incorporating the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (5-0)
Approved purchase of 8.33 acres at 145 S. Farmland Road for $100,000.00 from Snyder Radio Service, Inc. (5-0)
Approved purchase of approximately 4.57 acres in North Taylor Addition for $68,550.00 from American Warrior Construction, Inc. (5-0)
Authorized removal of motor vehicle and environmental nuisances at four city properties (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, June 3, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Mayor Cessna opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The May 20, 2025, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Phil Escareno addressed the Governing Body with a concern regarding utility contractors not properly repairing the property back to the original state, specifically alleyways. CruzElia Corpus-Arellano addressed the Governing Body with concerns about street parking in front of residences on public streets. Ernie Wharton addressed the Governing Body with concerns regarding the downtown area, hospital care, and building code enforcement. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved a request from the City Parks and Recreation Director Herd to allow, under Code Section 6 -1, possession, consumption and sale of cereal malt beverages or alcoholic liquors during the Beef Empire Days Tailgate event on June 8, 2025, at Stevens Park. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Nguyen; seconded by Commissioner Landgraf. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Com [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves various ordinances, airport projects, and equipment purchases

The Commission approved several items including a $3.4M appropriation ordinance, land annexation, and a rezoning referral. A request to rezone property at 1503 Stonebridge Lane was referred back to the Planning Commission rather than being approved or denied.

Approved January 6, 2026, meeting minutes
Approved Health Awareness Week proclamation (5-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2603-2026A for $3,405,382.75 (5-0)
Referred Lost River Addition rezoning to Planning Commission (4-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3214-2026 regarding city depositories (5-0)
Approved Ordinance No. 3042-2026 for land annexation (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3215-2026 for parking waiver at 102 N. 11th Street (5-0)
Approved HNTB task order for airport parking lot design ($105,517.16) (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, January 20, 2026 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Landgraf opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The January 6, 2026, Commission Meeting minutes were approved with corrections as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved a request from Garden City Public Schools to allow the Mayor to proclaim the week of January 26-29, 2026, as Health Awareness Week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Cessna; seconded by Commissioner Oyler. Ayes: Commissioner Canales -Lozano, Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Cessna , Mayor Nguyen , Commissioner Oyler Nays: None REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Presentation of the Monthly City-Wide Performance Management Report for December 2025. Presentation of the December 2025 report from the Garden City Regional Airport. Presentation of the December 2025 Building Report from Neighborhood & Development Services. Presentation of the December 2025 Code Enforcement Report from Neighborhood & Development Services. Presentation of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves $10.3M bond resolution and residential rezoning

The City Commission approved a $2,028,413.46 appropriation ordinance and a resolution to issue $10,295,000 in industrial revenue bonds for a residential apartment building. Additionally, the commission approved rezoning 706 W. Emerson Avenue from single-family to multiple-family residential.

Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes
Approved Mayor's proclamation of July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month (5-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2591-2025A for $2,028,413.46 (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3205-2025 to issue $10,295,000 in industrial revenue bonds (5-0)
Approved rezoning of 706 W. Emerson Avenue to R-3 Multiple Family Residential (5-0)
Approved Master Services Agreement with MKEC Engineering, Inc. (5-0)
Approved three Executive Sessions for real property and attorney consultation
Awarded Grid Resilience Grant Funding Project bid to Dreiling Construction, LLC

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, July 15, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Nguyen opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The July 1, 2025, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month for the City of Garden City. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Unruh; seconded by Commissioner Nguyen. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Mayor Cessna, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Fire Chief Irsik and Police Chief Prewitt presented the 2025 Fireworks Report. Presentation of the Monthly City-Wide Performance Management Report for June 2025. Presentation of the May and June 2025 Fire Department Activity Reports. Presentation of the June 2025 report from the Garden City Regional Airport. Presentation of the June 2025 monthly staff report from Lee Richardson Zoo Presentation of the June 2025 Code Enforcement Report from Neighborhood & Deve [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves several infrastructure and equipment expenditures

The City Commission approved multiple high-value contracts including a water supply well, a freight truck, and an automated recycle baler. Additional approvals included a $1.58M appropriation ordinance and various nuisance abatements.

Approved August 5, 2025 minutes with corrections
Approved September 2025 as Hispanic Heritage Month (5-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2593-2025A for $1,587,471.99 (5-0)
Approved Great Plains Development, Inc. membership of $5,100.00 (5-0)
Approved $200,000.00 AFAC funding application (5-0)
Validated emergency purchase of 2025 M2106 Freightliner truck for $264,215.00 (5-0)
Approved Lee Construction, Inc. bid for PWS Well No. 33 for $1,187,700.00 (5-0)
Approved Reaction Distributing, Inc. bid for automated recycle baler for $144,790.00 (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, August 19, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Mayor Cessna opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The August 5, 2025 Commission Meeting Minutes were approved with corrections. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Callie Dyer, Director of LiveWell Finney County Health Coalition, invited the Governing Body to their 25th Anniversary Celebration on August 26, 2025. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body is asked to consider and approve a request from Angelica Castillo Chappel on behalf of Community Mexican Fiesta Association to allow the Mayor to proclaim the month of September 2025 as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Unruh; seconded by Commissioner Ortiz. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Mayor Cessna, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Assistant City Manager Burke presented an update on the 2026 Low Income Housing Tax Credit Awards. Finance Director Kuhlmann presented an update on hours open to the public for the Servi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves $7.25M appropriation and several city contracts

The City Commission approved a $7,254,917.88 appropriation ordinance and various municipal agreements. The commission also authorized multiple mayoral proclamations and an increase to retail electricity charges.

Approved March 17, 2026 meeting minutes
Approved multiple mayoral proclamations for community days and weeks (5-0)
Approved alcohol sale at Street Sizzle and Sound event on June 4, 2026 (5-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2608-2026A for $7,254,917.88 (5-0)
Approved Great Plains Development, Inc. annual membership of $5,100.00 (5-0)
Ratified the 2026-2027 Strategic Goals and Objectives Plan (5-0)
Approved Utility Eq Sales, LLC vacuum excavator purchase for $115,378.05 (5-0)
Approved 2028 KDOT - City Connecting Link Improvement Program Agreement (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, April 7, 2026 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Mayor Nguyen opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The March 17, 2026 Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Tammy Wilson, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Finney & Kearny Counties presented an update to the Governing Body on program fundraising and programs. Lona Duvall, Finney County Economic Development Corporation updated the Governing Body on the processes of their office as they work with the prospective businesses, specifically as they relate to energy campuses and data centers. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim April 6 -10, 2026, as Property and Evidence Professionals Week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Oyler; seconded by Commissioner Landgraf. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Cessna, Mayor Nguyen, Commissioner Oyler, Commissioner Canales-Lozano Nays: None The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim April 7, 2026, as Gar [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves $2.7M appropriation and various city business

The City Commission approved a $2,729,180.27 appropriation ordinance and several community fund distributions. The commission also authorized bond issuance for the Dogwood Energy Center and rescheduled two upcoming meetings.

Approved March 3, 2026, meeting minutes with corrections
Approved Distracted Driving Awareness and Remembrance week proclamation (4-0)
Approved Youth Art Month proclamation (4-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2607-2026A for $2,729,180.27 (4-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3221-2026 for Dogwood Energy Center revenue bonds (4-0)
Rescheduled April 21 meeting to April 28 (4-0)
Rescheduled October 20 meeting to October 27 (4-0)
Approved $34,639 in AFAC fund distributions (4-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, March 17, 2026 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present except Commissioner Cessna. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Landgraf opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The March 3, 2026, Commission Meeting minutes were approved with corrections. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body consider ed and approve d a request from Todd Linder to allow the Mayor to proclaim the week of April 6 -11, 2026 , as Distracted Driving Awareness and Remembrance week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Oyler; seconded by Commissioner Landgraf. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Mayor Nguyen, Commissioner Oyler, Commissioner Canales-Lozano Nays: None Absent: Commissioner Cessna The Governing Body considered and approved a request from Linda Nelson-Bova, Kansas Art Education Association, to allow the Mayor to proclaim March 2026 as Youth Art Month in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Landgraf; seconded by Commissioner Canales-Lozano. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Mayor Nguyen, Commissioner Oyler, Commissioner Canales-Lozano Nays: No [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves $3.28M appropriation and retail electric rate adjustments

The City Commission approved a $3,286,017.34 appropriation ordinance and an ordinance to adjust municipal electric rates. Additional actions included approving various proclamations, airport applications, and several city department bids.

Approved April 7, 2026, meeting minutes
Approved School Nurse Day proclamation (May 6, 2026)
Approved Drinking Water Week proclamation (May 3-9, 2026)
Approved Professional Municipal Clerks Week proclamation (May 3-9, 2026)
Approved alcohol sales at Stevens Park Tailgate in the Park on June 7, 2026
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2609-2026A for $3,286,017.34
Approved Ordinance No. 3047-2026 adjusting retail electric rates
Approved Passenger Facility Charge application for Garden City Regional Airport

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Oyler opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The April 7, 2026, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim May 6, 2026, as School Nurse Day in the City of Garden City. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Cessna; seconded by Commissioner Oyler. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Cessna, Mayor Nguyen, Commissioner Oyler, Commissioner Canales-Lozano Nays: None The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim May 3-9, 2026, as Drinking Water Week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Cessna; seconded by Commissioner Oyler. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Cessna, Mayor Nguyen, Commissioner Oyler, Commissioner Canales-Lozano Nays: None The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim May 3 - 9, 2026 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves airport taxiway reconstruction and several mayoral proclamations

The Commission approved a $5.98M bid for the airport parking lot and a $4.55M federal assistance application for Taxiway A construction. Several mayoral proclamations were authorized, including National Police Week and Building Safety Month. Additionally, the Commission approved an appropriation ordinance for $1,769,018.64.

Approved April 28, 2026 meeting minutes
Approved Provider Appreciation Day proclamation (5-0)
Approved National Nursing Home week proclamation (4-0)
Approved National Police Week proclamation (5-0)
Approved National Public Works Week proclamation (5-0)
Approved Building Safety Month proclamation (5-0)
Approved parking and temporary structure waiver for 1117 Fleming Street (5-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2610-2026A for $1,769,018.64 (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, May 5, 2026 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Canales-Lozano opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The April 28, 2026 Commission Meeting Minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Ernie Wharton provided comments and suggestions to the Governing Body regarding future Utility Billing software. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved a request from Ester Pena allowing the Mayor to proclaim May 8, 2026 as Provider Appreciation Day in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Oyler; seconded by Commissioner Cessna. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Cessna, Mayor Nguyen, Commissioner Oyler, Commissioner Canales-Lozano Nays: None Commissioner Canales-Lozano left her seat at the bench. The Governing Body considered and approved a request from Kristain Pittillo, Life Enrichment/Activities Director at Garden Valley Retirement Village allowing the Mayor to proclaim May 10-16, 2026 as National Nursing Home week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Cessna [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves several ordinances including housing districts and cigar lounge regulations

The Commission approved multiple ordinances regarding zoning, public offenses, traffic, and truck routes. They also authorized bond issuance for Sports of the World Phase II and established a new housing incentive district.

Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes
Proclaimed September 19, 2025 as Derek Ramos Day (5-0)
Proclaimed September 17-23, 2025 as Constitution Week (5-0)
Approved Fire Department request to waive solicitation code for 'Fill the Boot' drive (5-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2595-2025A for $2,576,351.98 (5-0)
Established Sandsage Square Phase 1 Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (5-0)
Authorized Sports of the World Phase II revenue bonds up to $49,715,000 (4-0, 1 abstention)
Approved cigar lounges as a permitted use in C-3 Central Business District (4-1)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, September 16, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Landgraf opened the meeting with the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The September 2, 2025 Commission Meeting Minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Lona DuVall, President of Finney County Economic Development Corporation, presented a check for $11,250.00 to Lee Richardson Zoo from the Mariah Fund. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim September 19, 2025 as Derek Ramos Day in the City of Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Unruh; seconded by Commissioner Ortiz. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Mayor Cessna, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None The Governing Body consider ed and approved a request from Candace Gamino and the William Wilson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, to allow the Mayor to proclaim the week of September 17-23, 2025 as Constitution Week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Landgraf; seconded by Commission [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves law enforcement agreement amendment and beverage licenses

The City Commission approved the first amendment to the Finney County Law Enforcement Occupancy Agreement. The commission also approved the 2026 Cereal Malt Beverage Licenses.

Approved first amendment to Finney County Law Enforcement Occupancy Agreement (4-0)
Approved 2026 Cereal Malt Beverage Licenses (4-0)

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CITY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, December 30, 2025 6:30 PM SPECIAL MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present except Mayor Cessna. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Nguyen opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. NEW BUSINESS The Governing Body considered and approved the first amendment to the Finney County Law Enforcement Occupancy Agreement between the City of Garden City, Finney County, and the Sheriff of Finney County. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Unruh; seconded by Commissioner Ortiz. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None Absent: Mayor Cessna The Governing Body considered and approved the 2026 Cereal Malt Beverage Licenses. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Ortiz; seconded by Commissioner Landgraf. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None Absent: Mayor Cessna ADJOURN

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: City Commission approves several resolutions and a $2.55M appropriation ordinance

The City Commission approved multiple resolutions regarding city boundaries, power agreements, and urban growth. The commission also authorized a $2,551,068.02 appropriation ordinance and various appointments to local boards.

Approved December 2, 2025 meeting minutes
Approved parking waiver and denied sidewalk requirement for 102 N. 11th Street (3-0)
Denied sidewalk requirement waiver for 701 East Fulton Street (4-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2601-2025A for $2,551,068.02 (4-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3213-2025 regarding Power Purchase Agreement amendment (4-0)
Approved joint resolution expanding the urban growth area (4-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3214-2025 declaring city boundaries as of January 1, 2026 (4-0)
Approved Ordinance No. 3039-2025 for a security agreement with Dream First Bank, N.A. (4-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, December 16, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present except Commissioner Nguyen. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Landgraf opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The December 2, 2025 Commission Meeting Minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Pastor Nathan Haeck, Turning Point Church of the Nazarene, expressed to the Governing Body his appreciation for City staff and Governing Body members and wished the Governing Body a Merry Christmas. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The City Commission and City Manager Allen recognized the dedicated service of the following employees who have reached milestones in their service for the City. For 10 Years of Service: Hunter Carson (from PT Firefighter Fire 2023) Emily Sexson PT Communication Zoo Specialist Noel Ramirez Assistant Solid Waste Superintendent Blair Hollingsworth Administrative Airport Services Supervisor Peter Foster Police Officer Police Jared Hornbaker Network Systems IT Administrator II Lucus Donovan Firefighter II Fire Keo Bounpase [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves several ordinances, rezoning, and utility rate changes

The City Commission approved multiple land annexations and zoning changes for properties near East Mary Street. The commission also authorized a $1.45M appropriation ordinance and adjusted the effective date for water and wastewater utility rates.

Approved October 21, 2025, meeting minutes
Approved American Education Week proclamation (5-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2598-2025A for $1,457,938.61 (5-0)
Approved annexation of Jarmer Water Well Property (5-0)
Approved annexation of Lewis Substation (5-0)
Approved rezoning of 2905 and 2915 East Mary Street to C-2 (4-0, 1 abstention)
Approved rezoning of property north of East Mary Street/HWY 156 to C-2 (4-0, 1 abstention)
Approved infrastructure acceptance for Sunset Terrace Estates LLC Phase 1A (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, November 4, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Mayor Cessna opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The October 21, 2025, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Tammy Wilson, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters, addressed the Governing Body regarding the need for continued funding to maintain program services. Rebecca Burnfin teacher at Garden City High School provided an update for the Governing Body on her Government students and what departments they enjoyed during their field trip to various City departments. Emily Hamlin DeLoach , Caree r and Technical Education Facilitator for Garden City High school introduced herself to the Go verning Body and prov ided an up date on initiatives that she will be revamping in her role. Robert Deleon and Veronica Contreras spoke to the Governing Body regarding funding concerns for Big Brothers Big Sisters and provided their support for the program. City Clerk Hurtado informed the Governing Body that Deputy C ity Clerk Kori Longoria recently graduated from the City Clerk and Municip [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: City approves $1.8M solid waste bonds and distributes $137,500 in grants

The commission approved $1.8 million in general obligation bonds to fund solid waste utility upgrades, which maintain local sanitation infrastructure for residents. The body also distributed $137,500 in AFAC grant funds to four community organizations that provide social and health services, appointed Alex Titus to the Community Health Advisory Board, and authorized a $10,000 engineering evaluation for East Garden Village water and sewer systems.

Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2597-2025A for $2,153,510.77 in claims (4-0)
Passed Ordinance No. 3028-2025 authorizing solid waste improvements and $1,800,000 bonds (4-0)
Approved Resolution No. 3211-2025 to sell the $1,800,000 bond series publicly (4-0)
Distributed $137,500 in AFAC funds to four top-scoring community applicants (3-1)
Appointed Alex Titus to Community Health Advisory Board through Dec. 31, 2027 (4-0)
Approved $10,000 engineering task order for East Garden Village water and sewer evaluation (4-0)
Approved nuisance abatement at 1401 N 11th Street and 707 Safford Avenue on consent agenda (4-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present except Commissioner Ortiz. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Mayor Cessna opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The October 7, 2025 Commission Meeting Minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Rebecca Burnfin, Garden City High School teacher, provided an update to the Governing Body regarding the Government students who were in attendance of the meeting and attended spent a full day visiting various City departments. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Steve Quakenbush, Finney County Historical Society thanked Cemetery staff for their assistance in the 2025 Historic Cemetery Walking Tours that took place October 9-11, 2025. Presentation of the Monthly City-Wide Performance Management Report for September 2025. Presentation of the September 2025 report from the Garden City Regional Airport. Presentation of the September 2025 Building Report from Neighborhood & Development Services Presentation of the September 2025 Code Enforcement Report from Neighborhood & Development Services. P [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: City Commission approved $2.5M appropriations, rezoned land for townhomes, awarded grants

The City Commission approved a $2,498,826.37 appropriation ordinance to cover city claims and authorized lease purchase financing for a new fire pumper. Commissioners also rezoned property at 1503 Stonebridge Lane from single-family residential to condominium-townhouse district. Additional approvals included infrastructure purchases, community grants totaling $14,500.00, and consent agenda items for road paving bids and nuisance abatement. Two executive sessions were held for attorney consultation with no action taken in open session.

Approved $2,498,826.37 appropriation ordinance for city claims (5-0)
Rezoning at 1503 Stonebridge Lane approved from single-family to condominium-townhouse district (4-0, one abstention)
Authorized lease purchase financing for a 2026 Pierce Enforcer fire pumper (5-0)
Approved $97,500.00 emergency generator purchase and $5,000.00 land acquisition on N. Farmland Road (5-0)
Selected Rivers Barden and WAL Studio to design Buffalo Dunes restrooms and clubhouse (3-2)
Approved $14,500.00 in 2026 community grants for four local agencies (5-0)
Approved consent agenda items including $737,492.00 in road paving bids and nuisance abatement orders (unanimous)
Tabled electric service provider decision for annexed property to a subsequent meeting (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, February 17, 2026 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Oyler opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The February 3, 2026, Commission Meeting Minutes were approved with corrections. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body consider ed and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim February 20, 2026, as Government Communicators Day in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Cessna; seconded by Commissioner Oyler. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Cessna, Mayor Nguyen, Commissioner Oyler, Commissioner Canales-Lozano Nays: None The Governing Body considered and approved a request from First Lieutenant Vincent Alvarado, Kansas Army National Guard for approval of an aircraft landing in the corporate limits of the City of Garden City, Kansas on March 25, 2026 at approximately 10:30 a.m. at Garden City High School pursuant to Code Section 14-71. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Cessna; seconded by Commissioner Canales-Lozano. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Cessna, Mayor Nguyen, Commis [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission approves $2.06M appropriation and several city resolutions

The City Commission approved a $2,059,121.56 appropriation ordinance and various nuisance removal resolutions. The commission also extended a sales tax exemption for Sports of the World and approved several appointments and contracts.

Approved April 1, 2025, meeting minutes
Approved proclamation for High School Girls Wrestling Championship Week (4-0)
Approved proclamation for Julie Koerperich Day (4-0)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 258 5-2025A for $2,059,121.56 (4-0)
Approved resolution to extend sales tax exemption for Sports of the World (3-0)
Approved Environmental Nuisance Resolution for 2003 N 7th Street (4-0)
Approved Environmental Nuisance Resolution for 2104 N 3rd Street (4-0)
Approved Motor Vehicle Nuisance Resolution for 519 N 13th Street (4-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present except Commissioner Ortiz. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Landgraf opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The April 1, 2025, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Pastor Nathan Haeck, Turning Point Church of the Nazarene thanked the Spring Cleanup crew for the recent Spring Cleanup efforts and thanked the City for the AFAC money . Pastor Nathan invited the Commissioners to attend the National Day of Prayer on May 1, 2025, and the Community Cultural Day on May 24, 2025, both at Stevens Park. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES Dr. Ryan Bingham, r epresenting Just Serve, presented to the City of Garden City a Just Serve City award and certificate. The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim the week of April 15- 22, 2025, as Garden City High School Girls Wrestling Championship Week. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Unruh; seconded by Commissioner Landgraf. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Mayor Cessna, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None Absent: Comm [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves $3.87M appropriation ordinance and various city resolutions

The City Commission approved an appropriation ordinance for $3,876,624.34 in claims. The body also passed several nuisance resolutions regarding environmental and motor vehicle conditions and approved multiple municipal proclamations.

Approved April 15, 2025, meeting minutes
Approved Drinking Water Week proclamation (4-0)
Approved Professional Municipal Clerks Week proclamation (4-0)
Approved National Police Week proclamation (4-0)
Approved National Public Works Week proclamation (4-0)
Approved Building Safety Month proclamation (4-0)
Approved $50 per day carnival fee and waived $2,500 deposit (4-0)
Approved parking and temporary structure waiver for 1117 Fleming Street (4-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, May 6, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present except Mayor Cessna PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Nguyen opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The April 15, 2025, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) Brittany Martin addressed the Governing Body about her concerns with recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in southwest Kansas. CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim May 4-10, 2025, as Drinking Water Week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Unruh; seconded by Commissioner Ortiz. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None Absent: Mayor Cessna The Governing Body considered and approved allowing the Mayor to proclaim May 4 - 10, 2025 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week in Garden City, Kansas. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Landgraf; seconded by Commissioner Unruh. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Commissioner Ortiz, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: None Abs [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: City Commission approves $3.8M appropriation and several interlocal agreements

The City Commission approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2590-2025A for $3,811,818.58. The commission also passed multiple agreements with Finney County regarding sales tax, facility use, and animal shelter operations.

Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes with corrections
Approved aircraft landing request for Garden City High School (4-1)
Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2590-2025A for $3,811,818.58 (5-0)
Approved interlocal agreement with Finney County regarding sales tax proceeds (5-0)
Approved memorandum of understanding with Finney County for 1210 Fleming Street (5-0)
Approved first amendment to the lease agreement for 1210 Fleming Street (5-0)
Approved agreement with Finney County regarding Animal Shelter operation (5-0)
Approved $200,000.00 AFAC funding round (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, July 1, 2025 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Commissioner Landgraf opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The June 17, 2025 Commission Meeting Minutes were approved with corrections. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES The Governing Body considered and approved a request from Matt Bayer, Athletic Director, Garden City High School, for approval of an aircraft landing in the corporate limits of the City of Garden City, Kansas on September 12, 2025 at approximately 6:00 p.m. at Garden City High School pursuant to Code Section 14-71. Moved to Approve by Commissioner Nguyen; seconded by Commissioner Unruh. Ayes: Commissioner Landgraf, Mayor Cessna, Commissioner Nguyen, Commissioner Unruh Nays: Commissioner Ortiz REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Presentation of the June 2025 Monthly Sales Tax Reports from Service and Finance. The City received correspondence from Cox Communications regarding channel line-up changes. MEETINGS OF NOTE July 1, 2025 - Ribbon Cutting for Grand Opening at the Third Fire Station at 11:15 a.m. July 4, 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Garden City Commission appoints new Mayor and approves $5.5M bond for building improvements

The City Commission reorganized its leadership, appointing Commissioner Nguyen as Mayor and Commissioner Oyler as Vice Mayor. The body approved a $5,453,542.46 appropriation ordinance and authorized a $5,514,246 bond issuance for public building improvements at 1210 Fleming Street. Various advisory board appointments and local proclamations were also approved.

Appointed Commissioner Nguyen as Mayor (5-0)
Appointed Commissioner Oyler as Vice Mayor (5-0)
Approved 'Rules of Order' for meetings (5-0)
Set regular meeting schedule for 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. (5-0)
Authorized City Clerk and City Attorney to sit at Commission bench (5-0)
Designated The Garden City Telegram as official city newspaper (5-0)
Approved December 16 and December 30, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
Approved Hidden Trail Brewing mobile food vendor request (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, January 6, 2026 11:00 AM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Mayor Cessna opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. REORGANIZATION OF THE GOVERNING BODY Commissioner Ortiz stated that he was grateful for the support of his family over the years while serving on the Commission and explained that his decision not to seek another term was made thoughtfully in order to focus on completing his professional licensure as an architect and growing his firm, while continuing to contribute to the community. Commissioner Ortiz commented that serving on the Governing Body had been an honor and emphasized his continued commitment to Garden City. Commissioner Ortiz highlighted the importance of long-term investment in people, education, and infrastructure, as well as the role of education and clear communication in building public trust and collaboration. Commissioner Ortiz expressed his appreciation for the City’s more than 400 employees and thanked his fellow Commissioners, the City Manager, and City staff, and expressed confidence in the City’s leadership and direction moving forward. Commissioner Unruh stated that he was grateful for the support of his wife, children, family, church, and faith community throughout his service. Commissioner Unruh expressed his appreciation to [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved a $4.8M appropriation, updated fees, and awarded road contracts

The Garden City Commission voted unanimously to approve a $4,797,889.15 appropriation ordinance for city claims and adopted ordinances updating the Master Fee Schedule, bulk water rates, and nuisance abatement procedures. These fee updates will change costs for municipal services, licenses, permits, and water access for residents and businesses. The commission also approved several contracts for road maintenance, technical studies, and a new airport restaurant lease. All items passed on a 5-0 vote with no opposition recorded.

Approved Appropriation Ordinance No. 2604 for $4,797,889.15 in claims (5-0)
Adopted Ordinances 3043–3045 updating the Master Fee Schedule and bulk water rates (5-0)
Approved lease of Flight Deck Restaurant at Garden City Regional Airport to Loving’s Bakery & Cafe LLC (5-0)
Approved $72,642.32 asphalt reclamite application contract with Proseal, Inc. (5-0)
Approved $47,826 task order with Wilson & Company for KDOT Bypass Study support (5-0)
Approved 2026 street crack sealing bid from B & H Paving, Inc. for $339,000 (5-0)
Appointed Rakhi Save and Troy Nanninga to the Art Grant Committee (5-0)
Approved nuisance abatements at seven city addresses under Environmental Code Sections 38-63 and 38-139 (5-0)

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CITY COMMISSION MEETING City of Garden City Tuesday, February 3, 2026 1:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AND CITY CLERK ANNOUNCING QUORUM PRESENT All members were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION Mayor Nguyen opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST REGULAR MEETING, WHICH IF NO CORRECTIONS ARE OFFERED, SHALL STAND APPROVED The January 20, 2026, Commission Meeting minutes were approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Schedule Allowance: 30 minutes (5 minutes per spokesperson) CONSIDERATION OF PETITIONS, MEMORIALS AND REMONSTRANCES REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER Finney County Director of Emergency Medical Services Smith present ed a quarterly update on Finney County Emergency Medical Services. Presentation of the 2025 Quarter 4 Social Media Report from the Communications Department. Presentation of the January 2026 Monthly Sales Tax Reports from Service and Finance. MEETINGS OF NOTE February 2, 2026 - Sales Tax Oversight Board meeting at the City Administrative Center - Chambers at 2:00 p.m. February 11, 2026 - City Commission Training with KU Public Management Center at the City Administrative Center - Meeting Room at 8:30 a.m. February 11, 2026 - LHEAT Meeting at St. Catherine Hospital Classroom B at 12:00 p.m. February 15, 2026 - TET Celebration at Garden City High School from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. February 18, 2026 - Garden City Area Chamber o [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu May 7, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: The Cultural Relations Board meeting was canceled

The Cultural Relations Board meeting scheduled for April 6, 2026, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes April 6, 2026 Cultural Relations Board Meeting – Canceled Due to a lack of Quorum, the Cultural Relations Board Meeting has been canceled.

Mon Apr 13, 2026

Community Health Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Community Grant applicants presented to the Advisory Board

The Community Health Advisory Board held presentations for 2026 Community Grant applicants. No substantive decisions or votes on grant awards were recorded in these minutes.

Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)

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CALL THE REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES STAFF UPDATE NEW BUSINESS 2026 Community Grant Applicant Presentations COMMENTS ADJOURN COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD City of Garden City Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 PM Note: If you require any accommodation (i.e. qualified interpreter, large print, reader, hearing assistance) to attend this meeting, please notify this office at (620) 276- 1157 no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled commencement of the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 12:00 PM. Moved to Approve by Elliott; seconded by Savolt. Ayes: Dyer, Savolt, Acosta, Elliott, Rupp, Akerkar, Titus Nays: None Absent: Southern, Gonzalez Meeting Minutes Alyssa Rojas presented for Little Leaders and answered questions from the Board. Doug Harder presented for the GCCC Endowment Association and answered questions from the Board. Nathaniel Haeck presented for the Garden City Ministerial Alliance and answered questions from the Board. Thanya Castellon presented for the Garden City Christian Academy, Inc. and answered questions from the Board. Layla Mumgaard and Don Rivera presented for the Western Kansas Child Advocacy Center and answered questions from the Board. Jenny and Trevor Hands presented for the Red Dog Children's Museum and answered questions from the Board. Member Dyer mentioned the upcoming food summit and an upcoming lunch-and-learn events. Member Rupp mentioned the last CIP meeting. Member Southern had no c [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 13, 2026

Community Health Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Community Health Advisory Board approved previous meeting minutes

The Board approved the prior meeting's minutes and received a presentation regarding a .5 cent sales tax increase on the November ballot. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)

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CALL THE REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES STAFF UPDATE Sales Tax Presentation BUSINESS COMMENTS ADJOURN COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD City of Garden City Tuesday, August 12, 2025 12:00 PM Note: If you require any accommodation (i.e. qualified interpreter, large print, reader, hearing assistance) to attend this meeting, please notify this office at (620) 276- 1157 no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled commencement of the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 12:15. Moved to Approve by Acosta; seconded by . Ayes: Savolt, Southern, Acosta, Akerkar Nays: None Absent: Dyer, Gonzalez, Elliott, Rupp The Board received an informational presentation regarding the .5 cent sales tax increase that will be on the ballot in November from Chief Prewitt and Sheriff Martinez. Member Akerkar had no comments. Member Acosta had no comments. Member Savolt had no comments. Member Southern had no comments. Member Chhabra mentioned the upcoming County Administrator Candidate Event. The meeting was adjourned at 12:50.

Mon Apr 13, 2026

Community Health Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Community Health Advisory Board approved the previous meeting minutes

The Board met to approve the prior meeting's minutes and discussed various community updates. No other substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)

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CALL THE REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES STAFF UPDATE BUSINESS Board Member Appointment 2025 Annual Report Form Draft COMMENTS ADJOURN COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD City of Garden City Tuesday, October 14, 2025 12:00 PM Note: If you require any accommodation (i.e. qualified interpreter, large print, reader, hearing assistance) to attend this meeting, please notify this office at (620) 276- 1157 no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled commencement of the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 12:02 PM. Moved to Approve by Gonzalez; seconded by Elliott. Ayes: Dyer, Savolt, Southern, Gonzalez, Elliott, Rupp Nays: None Absent: Acosta, Akerkar The Board suggested a few improvements, including providing their grant application along with their report, and asking about other funding sources received for the program/project awarded by CHAB. Member Elliott had no comments. Member Rupp had no comments. Member Southern discussed the co-responder program. Member Savolt had no comments. Member Gonzalez mentioned St. Catherine's new CEO. Chair Dyer mentioned a recent adult mental health course. The meeting was adjourned at 12:35 PM.

Mon Apr 13, 2026

Community Health Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Community Health Advisory Board appoints new Chair and Vice Chair

The Board appointed Member Elliott as Chair and Member Gonzalez as Vice Chair. Members also reviewed the 2025 Annual Grant Reports from agencies that received funds.

Appointed Member Elliott as Chair (8-0)
Appointed Member Gonzalez as Vice Chair (8-0)

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CALL THE REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES STAFF UPDATE 2026 Grant Applications - Now Open BUSINESS 2025 Community Grant Annual Reports Chair and Vice Chair Appointments COMMENTS COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD City of Garden City Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 PM Note: If you require any accommodation (i.e. qualified interpreter, large print, reader, hearing assistance) to attend this meeting, please notify this office at (620) 276- 1157 no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled commencement of the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 12:00 PM. The Board introduced itself to the new Board Member, Member Titus. Staff notified the Board that the Community Grant application is now open and available to apply for online. The Board reviewed the 2025 Annual Grant Reports from the agencies that received funds during the 2025 Grant Cycle. Member Rupp nominated Member Gonzalez as vice chair. Member Gonzalez nominated Member Elliott as the chair. Moved to by Rupp; seconded by Southern. Ayes: Savolt, Southern, Gonzalez, Acosta, Elliott, Rupp, Akerkar, Titus Nays: None Absent: Dyer Moved to Approve by Gonzalez; seconded by Southern. Ayes: Savolt, Southern, Gonzalez, Acosta, Elliott, Rupp, Akerkar, Titus Nays: None Absent: Dyer Member Gonzalez mentioned a new behavioral health specialist at the hospital. Member Rupp discussed the recent CIP meetings. Member Southern mentioned a new foster care program with Compass Be [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 13, 2026

Community Health Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approves 2026 community grant recommendations

The Community Health Advisory Board reviewed grant scoring summaries and discussed applications. The Board approved specific funding amounts for four local agencies.

Approved $5,000 for Garden City Christian Academy, Inc.
Approved $4,500 for GCCC Endowment Association
Approved $2,000 for Little Leaders of GCK Early Learning Center
Approved $3,000 for Red Dog Children's Museum

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CALL THE REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES STAFF UPDATE NEW BUSINESS 2026 Community Grant Recommendations COMMENTS ADJOURN COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD City of Garden City Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 PM Note: If you require any accommodation (i.e. qualified interpreter, large print, reader, hearing assistance) to attend this meeting, please notify this office at (620) 276- 1157 no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled commencement of the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 12:02 PM. The Board reviewed the grant scoring summary and discussed the applications. Agency Amount Requested Amount Recommended Garden City Christian Academy, Inc. $5,000 $5,000 GCCC Endowment Association $5,000 $4,500 Garden City Ministerial Alliance $3,000 $0 Little Leaders of GCK Early Learning Center $13,000 $2,000 Red Dog Children's Museum $3,000 $3,000 Western Kansas Child Advocacy Center $7,400 $0 Moved to Approve by Acosta; seconded by Dyer. Ayes: Dyer, Savolt, Southern, Gonzalez, Acosta, Elliott, Rupp, Akerkar, Titus Nays: None Member Dyer thanked all members. The meeting adjourned at 12:31 PM.

Mon Apr 13, 2026

Community Health Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Community Health Advisory Board approved May minutes

The board approved the minutes from the May meeting. Discussion included updates on a new firehouse, sidewalk improvements, and healthcare access. No other substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Approved May minutes (5-0)

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CALL THE REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES STAFF UPDATE BUSINESS COMMENTS ADJOURN COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD City of Garden City Tuesday, June 10, 2025 12:00 PM Note: If you require any accommodation (i.e. qualified interpreter, large print, reader, hearing assistance) to attend this meeting, please notify this office at (620) 276- 1157 no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled commencement of the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 12:00 PM. Moved to Approve by Rupp; seconded by Elliott. Ayes: Dyer, Southern, Elliott, Rupp, Akerkar Nays: None Absent: Savolt, Gonzalez, Acosta May Minutes New Firehouse Update Liaison Burke provided an update on the new firehouse at Jennie Barker and Schulman. Member Akekar mentioned the community baby shower planned by the Finney County Health Department and asked about CHAB's role in sidewalk improvements around the community. Member Chaabra also mentioned sidewalk improvements, tailoring Finney County Health Department services to community needs, and improving healthcare access in general. Member Elliott had no updates. Member Southern provided additional information regarding the co-responder program and the mobile crisis unit that is on call. Member Rupp had no comments. Chair Dyer mentioned an upcoming meeting regarding homelessness. Member Gonzalez was absent. Member Acosta was absent. Member Savolt was absent. The meeting was adjourned at 12:50 PM.

Mon Apr 13, 2026

Community Health Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approves March 2025 minutes and discusses grant application changes

The Board approved the March 2025 meeting minutes. Members discussed updates to the Community Grant application, including a new goals link and the development of a quantitative scoring matrix.

Approved March 2025 minutes (6-0)

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CALL THE REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES STAFF UPDATE BUSINESS Community Grant Application Updates COMMENTS COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD City of Garden City Tuesday, May 13, 2025 12:00 PM Note: If you require any accommodation (i.e. qualified interpreter, large print, reader, hearing assistance) to attend this meeting, please notify this office at (620) 276- 1157 no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled commencement of the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 12 PM. Moved to Approve by Acosta; seconded by Elliott. Ayes: Dyer, Savolt, Gonzalez, Acosta, Elliott, Rupp Nays: None Absent: Southern, Akerkar March 2025 Minutes Liaison Burke informed the Board that next month’s meeting will include an update on the co- responder program, a brief recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, and the training program recently offered to City staff by Live Well Finney County. Staff provided a brief overview of changes to the application, including the addition of a goals link. The Board requested that the evaluation criteria clearly indicate which sections are not to be completed by applicants. Staff presented and the Board also discussed the development of a quantitative scoring matrix for the 2026 Community Grant application. The Board emphasized its use as a tool to support qualitative analysis and serve as a starting point for discussions. The Board requested incorporating a scale into the point system for greater clarity and co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Mar 18, 2026

Traffic Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Traffic Advisory Committee approved January meeting minutes

The committee met to approve the minutes from the January 7th, 2026 meeting. Tyler Patterson provided an update regarding upcoming street department projects.

Approved January 7th, 2026 minutes

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Approved Minutes Traffic Advisory Committee DATE March 5th, 2026 TIME 5:30 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY Gary Bennett IN ATTENDANCE ☒Gary Bennett-Chair ☐ Officer Troy Davis ☒ Rachelle Powell ☐James McGowan-Vice Chair ☐ Mike Muirhead ☐ Nakita Ortiz ☒Cricket Turley ☒Miriam Vargas ☒Jeanne Rupp ☒Tyler Patterson ☒Beverly Schmitz Glass ☒Public Utilities Advisory Board APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes are read from January 7th,2026. Motion to Approve: Cricket Turley Second to Approve: Beverly Schmitz Glass STAFF REPORTS 1. Tyler Patterson gave an update on the all the upcoming projects for the street department. ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned: 5:51 pm Motion to Adjourn: Gary Bennett Second to Adjourn: Jeanne Rupp NEXT MEETING April 2nd, 5:30pm @ USC Training Room

Wed Mar 18, 2026

Traffic Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Traffic Advisory Committee reviewed 2026 street and traffic department plans

The committee approved the minutes from October 2, 2025. Staff presented upcoming projects for the Street and Traffic Department for 2026. No substantive new decisions or ordinances were passed during this meeting.

Approved October 2, 2025 minutes

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Approved Minutes Traffic Advisory Committee DATE January 7th, 2026 TIME 5:30 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY Gary Bennett IN ATTENDANCE ☒Gary Bennett-Chair ☐ Officer Troy Davis ☒ Public Utilities Advisory Board ☒James McGowan-Vice Chair ☒ Mike Muirhead ☒ Nakita Ortiz ☒Cricket Turley ☒Miriam Vargas ☒Jeanne Rupp ☒Tyler Patterson ☐Beverly Schmitz Glass ☒Casey Howard APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes are read from October 2, 2025. Motion to Approve: Jeanne Rupp Second to Approve: Cricket Turley STAFF REPORTS 1. Tyler Patterson went over the “No Left Turn” sign request proposed by TAC Vice Chair, James McGowan. All businesses except for Dillons were willing to work on getting a sign installed. The property where th e sign would be installed belongs to Dillons and they wish to not put a sign up. 2. Tyler Patterson presented all of Street and Traffic Department’s plans/projects for 2026. 3. During the presentation a TAC member mentioned the alley on 1 st and Evans being torn up due to fiber company work. Mike Muirhead assured the member he would look into it. 4. James McGowan, TAC Vice Chair, brought to Tyler and Casey Howard’s attention, a missing piece of the road on the south east corner of Campus and Spruce St. ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned: 6:30 pm Motion to Adjourn: James McGowan Second to Adjourn: Jeanne Rupp NEXT MEETING February 5th, 5:30pm @ USC Training Room

Wed Mar 18, 2026

Public Utilities Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Public Utilities Advisory Board approved October 2, 2025 minutes

The board met to approve previous meeting minutes and receive staff reports regarding street and traffic projects. No other substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

Approved October 2, 2025 minutes

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+ Approved Minutes Public Utilities Advisory Board DATE January 07, 2026 TIME 5:30 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY Chris Law IN ATTENDANCE ☒Chris Law-Chair ☒ Miriam Vargas ☒ Nakita Ortiz ☒Mary Eves-Vice Chair ☒ Mike Muirhead ☒Casey Howard ☒ Sherri Nelson ☒Tyler Patterson ☐ ☒Raylene Dick ☒Traffic Advisory Committee ☐ APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes are read from October 2, 2025 Motion to Approve: Raylene Dick Second to Approve: Mary Eves STAFF REPORTS 1. Tyler Patterson went over the “No Left Turn” sign request proposed by TAC Vice Chair, James McGowan. All businesses except for Dillons were willing to work on getting a sign installed. The property w here the sign would be installed belongs to Dillons and they wish to not put a sign up. 2. Tyler Patterson presented all of Street and Traffic Department’s plans/projects for 2026. 3. During the presentation a TAC member mentioned the alley on 1 st and Evans being torn up due to fiber company work. Mike Muirhead assured the member he would look into it. 4. James McGowan, TAC Vice Chair, brought to Tyler and Casey Howard’s attention, a missing piece of the road on the south east corner of Campus and Spruce St. ANN OUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned: 6:30 pm Motion to Adjourn: Sherri Nelson Second to Adjourn: Raylene Dick NEXT MEETING February 5th 5:30pm @ USC Training Room

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: Cultural Relations Board approves Rakhi Save's appointment to the Board

The Board approved the January minutes and the appointment of Rakhi Save. Members discussed upcoming events including a Diversity Breakfast scheduled for March 28, 2025.

Approved January Minutes
Approved Rakhi Save's appointment to the Board

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes February 3, 2025 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Chamber Room, City Administration Building In Attendance: Mary Buchman, Carmen De La Torre, Vanessa Gaytan, Aimee Longa, Jorge Salamanca-Chavez, and Elda Zapien Staff: Derek Ramos & Claudia Valencia I. Meeting was called to order at 12:04. Vanessa motioned; Carmen seconded the approval of January Minutes. The motion passed. II. Old Business i. Applicant Rakhi Save attended the meeting. She was a previous presenter at a Cultural Summit and is looking for a way to give back to the community. She agreed to being able to make meetings, advanced notice of meetings will need to be provided to ensure availability. ii. Mary motioned; Carmen seconded approval of Rakhi’s appointment to the Board. The motion passed. Derek will take the nomination before Commission on February 18th. B. Upcoming Events i. Dinner Hosted by Aimee for CRB Members will be at 2143 Pioneer Rd on 2/21/2025 at 6 PM. Vanessa will bring a salad and other members are encouraged to bring a dessert. ii. Diversity Breakfast has been confirmed. The event will be on 3/28/2025 from 0800-1100 AM at GCCC in the Endowment Room. Virginie was unable to be a speaker. Requests will be extended to Vice Mayor Nguyen. Carmen also mentioned talking with her brother, Raul, to present. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: The Cultural Relations Board meeting was canceled

The Cultural Relations Board meeting scheduled for June 2, 2025, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes June 2, 2025 Cultural Relations Board Meeting – Canceled Due to a lack of Quorum, the Cultural Relations Board Meeting has been canceled.

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: The Cultural Relations Board meeting was canceled

The Cultural Relations Board meeting scheduled for May 5, 2025, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes May 5, 2025 Cultural Relations Board Meeting – Canceled Due to a lack of Quorum, the Cultural Relations Board Meeting has been canceled.

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: The August 4 Cultural Relations Board meeting was canceled

The Cultural Relations Board meeting scheduled for August 4, 2025, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes August 4, 2025 Cultural Relations Board Meeting – Canceled Due to a lack of Quorum, the Cultural Relations Board Meeting has been canceled.

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: Board decides to wait until next year for breakfast event

The board approved the June meeting minutes and decided to postpone hosting a breakfast event until October 2026. Discussions included a proposed sales tax for law enforcement center renovations and mental health services in the jail.

Approved June Meeting Minutes
Decided to wait until next year to host a breakfast event
Agreed to begin planning for an October 2026 breakfast in April 2026

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes July 7, 2025 In Attendance: Mary Buchman, Vanessa Gaytan, Carmen De La Torre, Amy Longa, Nidia Ortega, Jorge Salmanca, Rakhi Save, & Elda Zapien Staff: Claudia Valencia Chamber Room, City Administration Building I. Meeting was called to order at 12:03. Amy motioned to approve June Meeting Minutes; Carmen seconded. Motion passed. II. Old Business A. Immigration i. Carmen advised there is still a lot of confusion and day to day changes for Immigration Services. ii. Derek will provide an update on Mexican Consulate next month. Amy provided information on the expiration of EADs (employment authorization document). TPS (temporary protected status) will be terminated August 3rd. This impacts the Hatian members of our community. III. New Business A. City Manager Matt Allen, Interim County Administrator Gary Meagher and Police Chief Courtney Prewitt presented on the proposed sales tax to renovate the law enforcement center. A discussion was held on sales tax vs property tax. Amy raised concern on the impact to rental property if property tax is raised. Rakhi clarified the impact to sales tax for both groceries and other items. Mental Health. Chief Prewitt discussed the Co-Responder program, a partnership between the police department and Compass. He mentioned the jail [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: Cultural Relations Board approves December minutes and discusses upcoming events

The Board approved the December minutes and discussed planning for a Diversity Breakfast. Members also considered potential attendance at the Welcoming Interactive event in Detroit.

Approved December Minutes

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes January 13, 2025 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Chamber Room, City Administration Building In Attendance: Mary Buchman, Carmen De La Torre, Vanessa Gaytan, Aimee Long, Velia Rodriguez, & Jorge Salamanca-Chavez Staff: Derek Ramos & Claudia Valencia I. Meeting called to order at 12:08. Vanessa motioned; Carmen seconded the approval of December Minutes. The motion passed. II. Old Business A. There is one vacant position. Claudia will send out the two applications for review and invite the applicants to the next meeting. B. Upcoming Events i. Diversity Breakfast 1. Speakers Connie Bogart, Sing and Kenny had scheduling conflicts with the new date and are now unable to participate. Aimee and Jorge were asked to consider telling their stories. Both agreed. Derek will confirm with Vice Mayor Nguyen if he is able to speak. Virginie Kaw and her father were suggested as alternatives. 2. Once speakers are confirmed, City Communications will create a flier. Derek will send it out for Board approval. 3. Food provided will be the same menu used in 2023. 4. Setup will begin 0700. At 0800 doors will open. Speakers will present from 0830-1100. Derek is still able to be the moderator. III. New Business A. Mary asked the group to begin considering i [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: The Cultural Relations Board meeting was canceled

The Cultural Relations Board meeting scheduled for October 6, 2025, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes October 6, 2025 Cultural Relations Board Meeting – Canceled Due to a lack of Quorum, the Cultural Relations Board Meeting has been canceled.

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: Cultural Relations Board approves Yonis Mohamed and $300 LULAC sponsorship

The Board approved the appointment of Yonis Mohamed to fill a vacancy and authorized a $300 sponsorship for the LULAC annual event. Members also discussed upcoming diversity breakfast preparations and community health service initiatives.

Approved February Minutes
Approved appointment of Yonis Mohamed to the Board
Approved $300 sponsorship request for LULAC reception

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes March 10, 2025 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Chamber Room, City Administration Building In Attendance: Carmen De La Torre, Aimee Longa, Jorge Salamanca-Chavez, and Elda Zapien, Rakhi Save, Nidia Ortega Guest: Yonis Mohamed Staff: Derek Ramos & Claudia Valencia I. The meeting was called to order at 12:07. Elda motioned; Carmen seconded the approval of the February Minutes. The motion passed. II. Old Business A. Vacant Position i. Claudia informed the Board that a position became vacant after Velia stepped down. B. Applicant i. Applicant Yonis Mohamed attended the meeting and expressed his interest in joining the Board to support the community and address any questions they may have. Yonis has been a resident of Garden City for Two and a half years and currently works as an interpreter at Tyson. Recently, he switched from the A shift to the B shift to have more availability during the day, allowing him to dedicate more time to volunteering and assisting the community. ii. Elda motioned; Carmen seconded approval of Yoni's appointment to the Board. The motion passed. Derek will take the nomination before the Commission on March 18. C. New Board Member i. The Cultural Board warmly welcomed its new member, Rakhi Save. D. Upcoming Events i. Everything is set for the Diversit [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: Cultural Relations Board discusses upcoming community events and translation needs

The Board discussed future immigration services and a sponsorship request from Nets Garden City Basketball Team. Planning for Community Cultural Day is scheduled for April 15th, and the Board is coordinating with city departments to translate severe weather information.

Deferred decision on Nets Garden City Basketball Team sponsorship pending more information
Scheduled Community Cultural Day planning meeting for April 15th at 1800

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes April 7, 2025 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Chamber Room, City Administration Building In Attendance: Mary Buchman, Carmen De La Torre, Vanessa Gaytan, Yonis Mohamed, Rakhi Save, and Jorge Salamanca-Chavez Staff: Claudia Valencia I. Meeting was called to order at 12:02. II. Old Business A. The board welcomed its newest member, Yonis Mohamed. B. Upcoming Events i. Claudia mentioned registration for this year’s welcoming interactive has filled up quickly. Due to this, the Board will not be able to send a member to the event this year. For next year, we will attempt to pick a member and get them registered in March. C. Immigration Info Services i. Carmen mentioned there will be Know Your Rights and services in upcoming months. Depending on political climate, these events may be held virtually. ii. Jorge also discussed the most recent Know Your Rights Workshop. He stated the New Frontier’s event was very informative. A good resource can be found at www.immigrantdefenseproject.org III. New Business A. Sponsorship Request i. The Board discussed the application from Nets Garden City Basketball Team. They determined more information was needed on the service Nets provides in relation to underserved communities. IV. Other A. Open Discussion i. Diversity Breakfast: Mary thanked the Boa [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Mar 12, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: Cultural Relations Board approves Yonis Mohamed and $300 LULAC sponsorship

The Board approved the appointment of Yonis Mohamed to fill a vacancy. Additionally, the Board approved a $300 sponsorship request for the annual LULAC event.

Approved February Minutes
Approved Yonis Mohamed's appointment to the Board
Approved $300 sponsorship for LULAC annual event

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Wed Mar 11, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: The Cultural Relations Board meeting was canceled

The Cultural Relations Board meeting scheduled for March 2, 2026, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes March 2, 2026 Cultural Relations Board Meeting – Canceled Due to a lack of Quorum, the Cultural Relations Board Meeting has been canceled.

Wed Mar 11, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: Board decides to wait until next year for community breakfast event

The board approved the June meeting minutes and decided to postpone hosting another breakfast until October 2026. Planning for that event will begin in April 2026. The board also discussed a proposed sales tax for law enforcement center renovations and mental health services.

Approved June Meeting Minutes
Decided to wait until next year to host a breakfast event
Scheduled breakfast planning to begin in April 2026 for an October 2026 event

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org II. Old Business A. Immigration i. Carmen advised there is still a lot of confusion and day to day changes for Immigration Services. ii. Derek will provide an update on Mexican Consulate next month. Amy provided information on the expiration of EADs (employment authorization document). TPS (temporary protected status) will be terminated August 3rd. This impacts the Hatian members of our community. III. New Business A. City Manager Matt Allen, Interim County Administrator Gary Meagher and Police Chief Courtney Prewitt presented on the proposed sales tax to renovate the law enforcement center. A discussion was held on sales tax vs property tax. Amy raised concern on the impact to rental property if property tax is raised. Rakhi clarified the impact to sales tax for both groceries and other items. Mental Health. Chief Prewitt discussed the Co-Responder program, a partnership between the police department and Compass. He mentioned the jail also employs a mental health professional. The hope for the new jail facility is to have a mental health/crisis section for adults charged with crimes but also in need of mental health services. B. Breakfast The board discussed hosting another breakfast this year, or wait until next year. They decided to wait until next year, since an event was held [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Mar 11, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: The Cultural Relations Board meeting was canceled

The Cultural Relations Board meeting scheduled for November 3, 2025, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes November 3, 2025 Cultural Relations Board Meeting – Canceled Due to a lack of Quorum, the Cultural Relations Board Meeting has been canceled.

Wed Mar 11, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: The Cultural Relations Board meeting was canceled

The Cultural Relations Board meeting scheduled for February 2, 2026, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes February 2, 2026 Cultural Relations Board Meeting – Canceled Due to a lack of Quorum, the Cultural Relations Board Meeting has been canceled.

Wed Mar 11, 2026

Cultural Relations Board

✓ Decided: Cultural Relations Board appoints new Secretary and discusses future role

The Board approved the July meeting minutes and appointed Rakhi as Secretary with Vanessa as backup. Members discussed immigration-related employment concerns and the need to reassess the Board's long-term purpose.

Approved July meeting minutes
Appointed Rakhi as Secretary
Designated Vanessa as backup Secretary

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CITY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 301 N. 8TH P.O. BOX 998 GARDEN CITY, KS 67846-0998 620.276.1160 FAX 620.276.1169 www.garden-city.org Cultural Relations Board Minutes January 5, 2026 Present: Vanessa Gaytan, Carmen De La Torre, Amy Longa, Jorge Salmanca, Rakhi Save Absent: Elda Zapien, Nidia Ortega Staff: Claudia Valencia, Matt Allen, Danielle Burke, Erinn Reyes Chamber Room, City Administration Building I. The Meeting was called to order at 12:16. Rakhi motioned to approve July’s Meeting Minutes; Carmen seconded. Motion passed. II. Old Business A. The Board currently has two vacant positions. There are currently no applicants. Members were encouraged to continue outreach efforts to promote the open positions. B. Carmen reported ongoing immigration-related concerns affecting individuals from approximately 19 countries. Many appointments for individuals from these countries have been canceled, leaving numerous cases unresolved. Discussion was held regarding the impact on employment, including the loss of work authorization due to expiration issues, which has resulted in job loss. It was noted that a higher number of job losses is anticipated in February as Temporary Protected Status (TPS) deadlines approach. The Board also discussed changes to work visa extensions, noting that extension periods have been shortened and approvals are inconsistent. Members further noted that ongoing changes to USCIS policies are affecting all vi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jan 20, 2026

Public Utilities Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approved adding five angled parking stalls on 7th Street

The board approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. It also approved a recommendation to add five angled parking stalls on 7th Street. No other actions were decided; other items were informational updates or will be studied further. The meeting was adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Mary Eves, second by Raylene Dick)
Approved addition of five angled parking stalls on 7th Street (motion by James, second by Beverly)
Adjourned meeting (motion by Mary Eves, second by Raylene Dick)

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Approved Minutes Public Utilities Advisory Board DATE October 2, 2025 TIME 5:30 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY Chris Law IN ATTENDANCE ☒Chris Law-Chair ☐ Kacy Quintana ☒ Miriam Vargas ☒ Flor Perea ☒Mary Eves-Vice Chair ☒ Mike Muirhead ☐ Chance Vigil ☒ Officer Lana Urteaga ☐ Sherri Nelson ☒Tyler Patterson ☐ Officer Troy Davis ☒Raylene Dick ☒Traffic Advisory Committee ☒ Jose Chan APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes are read from September 4, 2025 Motion to Approve: Mary Eves Second to Approve: Raylene Dick STAFF REPORTS 1. Tyler Patterson presented the recommendation for angle parking along 7 th Street per Flor Perea from Royal Hair Shop. The recommendation was to add 5 angled parking stalls. a. James motioned to approve; Beverly seconded to approve. 2. Tyler Patterson & Mike Muirhead gave an update on the bid that was accepted for the Spruce and Flem ing St Traffic Signal and will be presented at the following Commissioner Meeting. 3. Mike Muirhead updated the committee on the solar panels at Buffalo Dunes. 4. James McGowan, TAC Vice Chair, inquired about possibly adding “NO LEFT TURN” signage to the entrance/exit between Dillons East and Sonic to prevent traffic congestion in that area- Mike & Tyler will work together to look further into it and get back with the Committees. ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. Mike Muirhead introduced the new Director of Electrical Operations, Jose Chan. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned: 6:06 pm Motion to Adjourn: Mary Eves [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jan 20, 2026

Traffic Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Traffic Advisory Committee approved September 4, 2025 minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. A motion to approve a recommendation for five angled parking stalls on 7th Street was made and seconded, but the record does not show a vote outcome. Staff updates were given on the Spruce and Fleming St traffic‑signal bid, solar panels at Buffalo Dunes, and a possible “NO LEFT TURN” sign near Dillons East and Sonic. The meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Jeanne Rupp, second by Beverly Schmitz Glass)
Motion to adjourn adopted (motion by Jeanne Rupp, second by Cricket Turley)

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Approved Minutes Traffic Advisory Committee DATE October 02, 2025 TIME 5:30 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY Gary Bennett IN ATTENDANCE ☒Gary Bennett-Chair ☐ Officer Troy Davis ☒ Public Utilities Advisory Board ☒James McGowan-Vice Chair ☒ Mike Muirhead ☒ Miriam Vargas ☒Cricket Turley ☐Kacy Quintana ☒ Jose Chan ☒Jeanne Rupp ☒Tyler Patterson ☒ Flor Perea ☒Beverly Schmitz Glass ☐Chance Vigil ☒ Officer Lana Urteaga APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes are read from September 4, 2025. Motion to Approve: Jeanne Rupp Second to Approve: Beverly Schmitz Glass STAFF REPORTS 1. Tyler Patterson presented the recommendation for angle parking along 7th Street per Flor Perea from Royal Hair Shop. The recommendation was to add 5 angled parking stalls. a. James motioned to approve; Beverly seconded to approve. 2. Tyler Patterson & Mike Muirhead gave an update on the bid that was accepted for the Spruce and Fleming St Traffic Signal and will be presented at the following Commissioner Meeting. 3. Mike Muirhead updated the committee on the solar panels at Buffalo Dunes. 4. James McGowan, TAC Vice Chair, inquired about possibly adding “NO LEFT TURN” signage to the entrance/exit between Dillons East and Sonic to prevent traffic congestion in that area- Mike & Tyler will work together to look further into it and get back with the Committees. ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. Mike Muirhead introduced the new Director of Electrical Operations, Jose Chan. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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