North Kansas City public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Northgate Tax Increment Financing. The body is also considering ordinances for a transportation contract with GEST and a license agreement with Armour District LLC.

• Public hearing for Northgate Tax Increment Financing
• Community Transportation Contract with GEST (Bill No. 7955)
• Temporary License Agreement with Armour District LLC (Bill No. 7953)
• Bike Share KC Operating Agreement Renewal
• Grant opportunity discussion for the 10th Avenue Railway Crossing

The City Council approved a $90,000 annual contract with GEST Missouri Holdings LLC for the Northland Ride Share Program. Council also extended a temporary public parking license agreement with Armour District, LLC through 2026. Additionally, the council approved accounts due and payable through November 28, 2025.

• Approved $90,000 annual Northland Ride Share contract with GEST Missouri Holdings LLC (7-0)
• Approved extension of parking lot license agreement with Armour District, LLC through Dec 31, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved accounts due and payable through Nov 28, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Bike Share KC renewal and Peggy Staver reappointment
• Closed public hearing on Northgate Tax Increment Financing (7-0)
• Directed staff to contact Northern Southern regarding 10th Avenue Railway Crossing bridge grant

Library Board

The North Kansas City Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and accounts payable. The board is scheduled to discuss the tax levy rate, IMLS funding, and new library equipment.

• Tax levy rate
• IMLS Funding and Reauthorization
• New Library Equipment
• Fall Food Drive
• Executive Session regarding personnel (MO Statute 610.021(3) RSMo)

The Board approved the consent agenda and conducted a portion of the meeting in executive session. Director Lori Mangan provided updates on several items, including IMLS funding and the tax levy rate, but no further formal actions were recorded.

• Approved change to agenda order (unanimous)
• Approved entry into executive session (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances to establish new water and sewer rates for 2026. The body will also discuss 2026 public transportation and BikeWalkKC services, and consider calling for a municipal election on April 7, 2026.

• Public hearing and proposed ordinances for 2026 water and sewer rates
• Purchase of three vehicles for Public Works and one vehicle for the Fire Department
• Contract with Mark One Electric Company, INC. for generator installation at Bedford Sanitary Sewer Pumping Station
• Professional services agreement with Olsson, Inc. for an updated Master Plan and parking study
• Ordinance calling for a general municipal election on April 7, 2026

The City Council approved a 4% increase in water rates and a 7% increase in sewer rates. Council also passed an ordinance increasing employee pension contributions from 3.1% to 6% and called for a municipal election on April 7, 2026.

• Approved 4% water rate increase (6-0)
• Approved 7% sewer rate increase (6-0)
• Increased employee pension contributions from 3.1% to 6% (6-0)
• Called for general municipal election on April 7, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved accounts due and payable through Nov 14, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved $584,000 public transportation proposal for 2026
• Directed staff to deploy new bikes for World Cup
• Approved Consent Agenda including vehicle purchases and board appointments

City Council

The City Council will vote on several ordinances amending city codes regarding weeds, property maintenance, and building permit exemptions. The body will also discuss public transit and temporary food assistance.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 8.40 Weeds and Chapter 15.24 Property Maintenance Code
• Ordinance creating Section 12.04.035 for the removal of ice or snow
• Task Order with Olsson, Inc. for 2026 ADA Ramp Improvements
• Budget amendment for One North Redirected Taxes (Resolution No. 25-077)
• Task Order with Mid-America Pump for replacement of lime sludge pump

The City Council approved three new ordinances regarding property maintenance, weed control, and snow removal requirements. Additionally, the Council authorized a $750,000 budget amendment for the One North Development TIF fund and approved the consent agenda, which included a new committee appointment and two professional service task orders.

• Passed Ordinance 9742 regarding weed control (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 9743 regarding building permit exemptions (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance 9744 regarding snow and ice removal (7-1)
• Approved $750,000 One North Fund budget amendment (Resolution 25-077)
• Approved consent agenda including committee appointment (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 9745 for accounts payable (8-0)
• Voted to enter executive session regarding real estate (8-0)

Library Board

The North Kansas City Public Library Board of Trustees will review financial reports and accounts payable. The board is scheduled to discuss a building project update and the MALA Courier Label Tracking Project.

• Building Project Update
• MALA Courier Label Tracking Project
• Summer Reading Program
• IMLS Funding and Reauthorization
• Executive Session regarding personnel

The Board of Trustees met on September 15, 2025, and approved the consent agenda. Director Lori Mangan provided updates on several projects and funding. The board held a brief executive session before adjourning.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will vote on business agreements for a medical billing audit and 2026 insurance renewals for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental, and Delta Vision. The body will also discuss a proposed snow removal ordinance and public transit.

• Business agreement with Fitch & Associates LLC for medical billing audit and data security
• Purchase of police patrol vehicles and firefighter personal protective equipment
• Change orders for the 15th Avenue Storm Sewer Replacement Project
• MOU with Northland Assistance Center for cold weather housing
• Proposed snow removal ordinance and assistance program

The Council approved the purchase of a mobile LED screen for community events and passed ordinances for employee health insurance and city accounts. It also established new minimum usage requirements for city-discounted YMCA memberships and directed staff to draft a snow removal ordinance for residents.

• Approved $53,368.75 purchase of MAX 169 mobile LED screen
• Approved MOU with Northland Assistance Center (Resolution No. 25-074)
• Approved purchase of police patrol vehicles
• Approved Blue Cross and Blue Shield contract (Ordinance No. 9739)
• Approved 2026 Delta Dental and DeltaVision renewal rates (Ordinance No. 9740)
• Approved accounts due and payable through October 17, 2025 (Ordinance No. 9741)
• Decided YMCA memberships will be dropped if used less than 3 times in 3 months
• Directed staff to draft ordinance requiring property owners to remove snow and ice

City Council

The City Council will vote on several professional service agreements and a financial code ordinance. Members will also discuss emergency cold weather housing, public transit, and regulatory amendments for lawn grass and weeds.

• Task Order 13 for Municipal Facility Assessment with McClure Engineering and WSKF Architects
• Task Order with Burns & McDonnell for MS4 Audit and 5-Year Permit Renewal Support
• Agreement with Rebuilding Together Kansas City for Minor Home Repair and Home Modification Program
• Ordinance regarding amendments and additions to Financial Code Provisions (Bill No. 7939)
• Purchase of a Kubota Skid Steer for the Water Department

The City Council passed a comprehensive ordinance updating budget and procurement procedures and approved accounts payable through October 3, 2025. The Council also reached a consensus on grant funding for apartment complex block parties.

• Approved Ordinance No. 9736 updating financial management, budget, and purchasing procedures (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 9737 for accounts due and payable through October 3, 2025 (8-0)
• Approved payment to City of Kansas City for Emergency Intertie Reconstruction
• Approved purchase of Kubota Skid Steer for the Water Department
• Approved short-term conditional use permit for NKC High School Homecoming Parade
• Approved Resolution No. 25-071 for Municipal Building Facility Assessment task order
• Approved Resolution No. 25-072 for MS4 Audit and permit renewal support
• Approved Resolution No. 25-070 for professional services agreement with AP Triton, LLC

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider a request from the City Administrator to enter an executive session. The proposed closed session concerns a litigation matter and a real estate matter.

• Request for executive session regarding litigation matter
• Request for executive session regarding real estate matter

The City Council met in a special session and voted to enter an executive session to discuss litigation and real estate matters. No other substantive decisions were recorded before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for litigation and real estate matters (8-0)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports, accounts payable, and statistical data. The agenda includes updates on a building project, the Bookwalk, and the Summer Reading Program.

• Building Project Update
• Bookwalk Update
• Summer Reading Program Update
• Financial Reports and Accounts Payable

The Library Board of Trustees met on August 18, 2025. The board approved the consent agenda and received updates on several library projects and programs.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review financial reports and elect officers. The board is considering actions regarding a basketball court ribbon cutting and Noblewins benches. A discussion is scheduled regarding shading for the handball court.

• Election of officers
• Basketball Court ribbon cutting
• Noblewins Benches
• Handball Court shading
• Executive session regarding a personnel matter

The Board approved monthly expenditures and the purchase of three Noblewins benches. Members also voted to maintain current board officer positions. City Council representation reported a $60k allocation for a large screen purchase.

• Approved August 2025 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly expenditures (unanimous)
• Voted to maintain current board officer positions
• Voted to order three Noblewins benches

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2025 tax levy and decide on the rate of taxation. The body is also considering several construction and service contracts and budget amendments for FY2026.

• Public hearing and fixing of the rate of taxation for General Municipal and Special Purposes
• Construction contract for 10th Avenue Street Improvements
• Masonry repairs for the Library, Pumping Station, and Police Sally Port
• Final Plat Approval for Northgate Village Retail Center Lots A & B
• 3-year agreement with ADP for Payroll and HCM Services

The City Council established the 2025 property tax rates and approved a final plat to split a lot at the Northgate Village Retail Center. The council also transitioned property and general liability insurance to Midwest Public Risk and decided against changing short-term rental rules for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

• Approved 2025 tax levy for general and special purposes (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Northgate Village Retail Center Lots A & B (6-0)
• Approved budget amendment of $26,906 for property tax budgets and $5,000 for Minor Home Repair account
• Approved transition of Property and General Liability Insurance to Midwest Public Risk (prorated payment of $577,840)
• Approved membership with Midwest Public Risk (Resolution No. 25-069)
• Approved accounts due and payable through September 19, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved contract for 10 Avenue and Atlantic Street improvements with McConnell & Associates Corp.
• Decided not to change short-term rental regulations for special event periods

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review monthly financial reports and consider action on new hires. The meeting also includes reports from the City Council, staff, and the board.

• Consideration of new hires

The Board approved a contract with McConnell and Associates for basketball court work and authorized a complete LED lighting option. New personnel hires were approved, and the March 13, 2025, meeting minutes were adopted.

• Approved March 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved new hires including Patrick Wheeler and Madison (unanimous)
• Approved McConnell and Associates for basketball court work (unanimous)
• Approved complete LED lighting option (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on LED Adder Showlight and Color Option pending further info

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review financial reports and consider action on new hires. The agenda includes a discussion regarding concerns about the dog park.

• Action on new hires
• Discussion of dog park concerns
• Review of monthly expenditure, revenue, and account budget reports

The North Kansas City Parks and Recreation Board met on May 8, 2025, and unanimously approved the April 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes, monthly expenditures, and two park season interns. The board also discussed staff and financial reports, citizen comments regarding tennis court use and park noise, and dog park safety concerns.

• Approved April 10, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved NKCPR monthly expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved two Park Season interns (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review financial reports and consider actions on seasonal hiring and lighting upgrades. The board will also discuss security cameras and the replacement of a Kubota.

• Action on LED Lighting of Diamond One
• Action on Seasonal Hires
• Discussion on Kubota Replacement
• Discussion on Cameras and Security

The Board approved the 'Complete' option for the Diamond One Lighting Project and authorized the hiring of additional seasonal employees. Members also voted against repairing a Kubota vehicle and recommended integrating park security cameras with the city's system.

• Approved Diamond One Lighting Project 'Complete' option (unanimous)
• Approved hiring additional seasonal employees (unanimous)
• Denied repair of the Kubota vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly bills (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The meeting includes votes on several infrastructure repairs and service agreements, as well as a discussion on public transit.

• Resolution No. 25-060: Adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Resolution No. 25-054 and 25-055: Change order and budget amendment for City Hall Parking Lot Mill and Overlay with MegaKC Corporation
• Resolution No. 25-056 and 25-057: Task orders with McClure, Inc. for Community Center roof restoration and fire alarm upgrades
• Resolution No. 25-058: Agreement with Eye Cough Art LLC for repair of public artwork
• Resolution No. 25-059: Small Enterprise Agreement with ESRI ArcGIS Services

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, including a $60,000 allocation for a portable event viewing screen. Council also approved a mural easement at 1609 Swift Street and authorized various infrastructure and software contracts.

• Approved FY 2025-2026 Budget including $60,000 for a portable event viewing screen
• Passed Ordinance No. 9731 for a 5-year art easement at 1609 Swift Street (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 9732 approving accounts due and payable through August 29, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved appointment of C. Click as Liaison to the Community Enrichment Advisory Committee
• Approved Resolution No. 25-058 for public artwork repair with Eye Cough Art LLC
• Approved Resolution No. 25-054 and 25-055 for City Hall parking lot mill and overlay
• Approved ArcGIS mapping software agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.
• Approved design services with McClure, Inc. for Community Center roof and fire alarm upgrades

City Council

The City Council will meet to appoint members to the Community Enrichment Advisory Committee. The body will also consider a request to enter an executive session to discuss a real estate matter.

• Appointment of the City Council Liaison to the Community Enrichment Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Jessica Loya to the Community Enrichment Advisory Committee
• Request for executive session regarding a real estate matter

The City Council approved the appointment of Jessica Loya to the Community Enrichment Advisory Committee. The Council also held an executive session to discuss a real estate matter.

• Approved appointment of Jessica Loya to Community Enrichment Advisory Committee (carried)
• Approved moving into executive session regarding real estate (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:48 p.m. (carried)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review financial reports and consider action on the FY 2026 budget. The board will also vote on a treasurer and discuss an update regarding an adaptive swing.

• FY 2026 Budget Approval
• Treasurer Vote
• Adaptive Swing Update

The Board unanimously approved the 2026 budget and appointed Theodore Fundermann as treasurer. The Board also approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes and monthly expenditures.

• Approved 2026 budget (unanimous)
• Appointed Theodore Fundermann as treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly expenditures (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review financial reports and consider action on the proposed budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The board will also discuss seasonal hires and the MAX 169 screen.

• Proposed Budget & CIP
• MAX 169 Screen
• Seasonal Hires
• Adaptive Swing discussion

The Board approved the monthly expenditures and the tentative draft of the FY 25-26 budget. Members also authorized further investigation into the acquisition of a massive video screen.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved tentative draft of FY 25-26 budget
• Approved further investigation into acquiring a massive video screen

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review a request for a minor subdivision. The body will consider a re-plat of previous lots at 1530 Swift Street.

• Approval of a minor subdivision for 1530 Swift Street (PC2025-06-02)

The Planning Commission approved the final plat for 1530 Swift with the condition that a code-compliant separation between Lot 2 and Lot 3 be constructed within sixty days of City Council approval. The meeting included a presentation from staff and comments from the co-owner of the properties. The meeting adjourned at 6:11 pm.

• Approved agenda as posted (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for 1530 Swift with condition for a code-compliant separation between Lot 2 and Lot 3 within 60 days of City Council approval (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to elect its 2025 officers and review a final plat for the Northgate Village Retail Center. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Election of 2025 Chairperson and Secretary
• Final Plat for Blume NKC - Northgate Village Retail Center

The Planning Commission approved the final plat for the Blume NKC Northgate Village Retail Center, which allows for the subdivision of lots for future development. The Commission also elected its 2025 officers and scheduled a special meeting for June 26th.

• Approved final plat for Blume NKC (unanimous)
• Elected Drew Stiehl as 2025 Planning Commission Chair
• Elected Ryan Tull as 2025 Planning Commission Secretary
• Cancelled July 3rd meeting
• Approved special session for June 26th at 6pm

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review a site plan for the Tnemec building expansion. The meeting includes a review of the application, drainage report, and environmental impact assessment.

• Site plan review for Tnemec building expansion (PC2024-12-01)

The Planning Commission approved the site plan for the Tnemec building expansion. The approval included specific amendments to staff-recommended conditions, including the removal of conditions 2, 4, and 6, and modifications to conditions 1 and 7 regarding land use and safety reviews.

• Approved Tnemec Building Expansion site plan (7-0)
• Amended Condition 1 to limit use to indoor warehousing and storage
• Removed Conditions 2, 4, and 6 from site plan approval
• Amended Condition 7 regarding safety design and outside plan reviews

Planning Commission

The North Kansas City Planning Commission will meet to discuss a conditional use permit for Martin Marietta. The body will also review meeting minutes from October 3, 2024.

• Conditional Use Permit application PC2024-11-01 for Martin Marietta

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for Martin Marietta Kansas City, LLC to continue processing natural resources at 1275 E 16th Avenue. The commission approved all staff report conditions except for the requirement regarding solid screen fencing, which will be revisited in five years.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Martin Marietta at 1275 E 16th Avenue (unanimous)
• Deferred Condition 4 regarding solid screen fencing until the next renewal period in five years (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a zoning code amendment regarding short term conditional use permits. The body will also hold a discussion on residential parking requirements.

• PC2024-10-1: Zoning Code Amendment for Short Term Conditional Use Permit
• PC2024-10-02: Residential Parking Requirement Discussion

The Planning Commission approved a zoning code amendment regarding short-term conditional use permits. Members also discussed existing residential and commercial parking requirements.

• Approved zoning code amendment for short-term conditional use permits (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 1, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two site plan applications. The body will consider a fencing plan and a surface parking lot proposal.

• Site plan review for fencing at 1401 E 23rd Avenue
• Site plan review for Fayette Street Surface Parking Lot

The Planning Commission denied a site plan application for an accessory parking lot at the southeast corner of E. 23rd Avenue and Fayette Street. The commission also approved a fencing site plan for 1401 E 23rd Avenue and approved the minutes from the April 4th, 2024, meeting.

• Approved fencing site plan for 1401 E 23rd Avenue
• Denied site plan for Northtown Campus accessory parking lot
• Approved April 4th, 2024, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss the consolidation and vacation of lots in River Forest. The meeting also includes standard procedural approvals of the agenda and previous minutes.

• PC 2024-04-01 - River Forest Lot Consolidation and Vacation

The Planning Commission approved a lot consolidation for River Forest. Members also elected Drew Stiehl as Chair and John Talbot as Secretary for 2024.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Elected Drew Stiehl as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected John Talbot as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of River Forest Lot Consolidation (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a conditional use permit for Genesis Health Club. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from July 2023.

• Conditional Use Permit for Genesis Health Club (PC 2023-12-1)

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit for Genesis Health Club. The recommendation includes specific conditions regarding the effective term and the removal of pickleball references from project documents.

• Recommended approval of Genesis Health Club conditional use permit with modified conditions (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The North Kansas City Planning Commission is meeting to review a final plat application. The commission will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 15, 2023 meeting.

• Final Plat for 1530 Swift (PC2023-07-01)

The North Kansas City Planning Commission approved the final plat for 1530 Swift by a 4-0 vote. Commissioners also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes, and heard public comments regarding city fireworks ordinances.

• Approved agenda for the July 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved May 4, 2023 commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final plat PC2023-07-01 for 1530 Swift (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:12 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss proposed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. The primary focus is the regulation of short-term rentals of residential dwelling units.

• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments regarding Lodging - Short-Term Rental of Residential Dwelling Units (PC2023-06-01)

The commission held a public hearing regarding a proposed zoning text amendment for short-term rentals. Mayor DeLong moved to amend Section 17.12.040(b)(12)(g) to require owners to reside within 30 miles of city limits. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the amendment.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 4, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on short-term rental zoning (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss proposed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. The primary focus is on the short-term rental of residential dwelling units.

• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments regarding Lodging - Short-Term Rental of Residential Dwelling Units (PC2023-05-01)

The Planning Commission reviewed a proposed zoning text amendment regarding short-term rentals. The commission decided to continue the item to a special meeting to integrate further changes.

• Approved May 4, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 6, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Continued short-term rental zoning text amendment to June 15, 2023 meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two zoning text amendments and two final plats. The meeting includes discussions on regulations for short-term rentals and marijuana.

• Final Plat for 1401 Iron
• Final Plat for 1599 Iron
• Zoning Text Amendment regarding Short Term Rentals
• Zoning Text Amendment regarding Marijuana

The commission approved final plats for two properties on Iron Street and a zoning text amendment regarding marijuana. A proposed zoning text amendment for short-term rentals was continued to the May 4, 2023 meeting following public testimony.

• Approved final plat for Western Logistics Express at 1401 Iron Street (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Taylor’s Corner at 1599 Iron Street (unanimous)
• Continued short-term rental zoning text amendment to May 4, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved marijuana zoning text amendment PC2023-04-03 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold its first meeting of the year to appoint a Chair and Secretary. The body will discuss text amendments regarding recreational marijuana and short-term residential dwelling unit rentals.

• Text amendment regarding recreational marijuana
• Text amendment regarding short-term residential dwelling unit rentals
• Appointment of Planning Commission Chair and Secretary

The Planning Commission appointed its leadership for the year. Staff presented proposed zoning code amendments regarding recreational marijuana and short-term rentals, but no votes were taken on these items.

• Appointed Lyndsey Magrone as Commission Chair (5-0)
• Appointed Drew Stiehl as Commission Secretary (5-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the adoption of bylaws that incorporate changes to membership vacancies and quorum requirements. The agenda also includes updates to the Municipal Code regarding language.

• Adoption of bylaws incorporating changes from Ordinance 9721
• Municipal Code language updates

The committee approved the adoption of its bylaws and the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. Members scheduled a work session for August 9 to review potential municipal code language updates.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved adoption of bylaws
• Scheduled work session for August 9 at 10am at the Library

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will review City Council recommendations regarding membership appointments and terms of office. Members will also discuss municipal code language updates and the distinction between ad hoc and city governance.

• Discussion of membership for appointment and term of office
• Municipal code language updates
• Discussion of ad hoc vs. city governance
• Update on liNKCity availability to apartments

The committee approved membership appointment terms as presented by the City Council. Members discussed whether to transition to an ad-hoc committee to avoid potential federal grant restrictions, but the matter was tabled.

• Approved minutes from May 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved membership appointment terms as presented (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on transitioning to an ad-hoc committee

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will discuss membership residency and quorum requirements. The body will also review the availability of LiNKCity to all residents and proposed language updates to the Municipal Code.

• Ward residency and quorum requirements for appointments
• LiNKCity availability to all residents
• Municipal Code language updates

The Committee approved three amendments to its bylaws concerning quorum requirements, membership eligibility, and meeting start times. Members also discussed the availability of the city-owned fiber network for residents in multi-family housing.

• Approved minutes from April 10, 2025
• Approved amendment to Article 8, Section 4 of bylaws regarding quorum (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to bylaws regarding ward residency and membership eligibility (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to change meeting start time to 6pm (unanimous)

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss proposed state fines regarding sanctuary cities and review language updates for the municipal code.

• Discussion on Sanctuary City Fines proposed by the state
• Municipal Code language updates

The committee approved a $150 donation to the North Kansas City High School multi-cultural club. Members discussed potential state legislation regarding sanctuary city fines and DEI efforts, and planned a work session to update municipal code language.

• Approved donation of $150 Snake Saturday Parade winnings to NKC High School Multi-cultural Club (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee is holding a work session. The agenda states that no business will be conducted and no motions will be made or voted on during this meeting.

The committee approved a budget allocation for parade materials and scheduled two work sessions to review outdated municipal code language. Members discussed the need for amendments to Chapters 8, 9, and 10 of the city code.

• Approved up to $750 for Snake Saturday bubbles and candy (8-0)
• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Scheduled code review work sessions for February 27 and March 8

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will hold a work session to discuss the wording of an ordinance. The agenda states that no official business will take place during this meeting.

• Discussion of ordinance verbiage

The Equity and Inclusion Committee approved minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting. Members discussed updating municipal code language to be gender inclusive and agreed to proceed with reviewing code verbiage and a draft preamble. The committee also discussed exploring options and data related to unhoused residents and agreed to participate in the 2025 Snake Saturday Parade.

• Approved minutes of the December 12, 2024 meeting (carried unanimously)
• Agreed to proceed with exploring a gender-inclusive preamble for the North Kansas City Code of Ordinances
• Agreed to participate in the 2025 Snake Saturday Parade

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss updates to municipal code language. The meeting also includes a city council update from the councilmember liaison.

• Discussion of Municipal Code Language Updates
• City Council update from Councilmember Liaison

The committee agreed to proceed with adding a preamble to the North Kansas City Code of Ordinances stating that gender generalizations are meant to be inclusive. The draft will be sent to legal counsel for review. Members also expressed interest in studying homelessness data and systemic causes of homelessness.

• Approved December 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Agreed to proceed with gender-inclusive preamble for Code of Ordinances
• Agreed to participate in the 2025 Snake Saturday Parade

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will review Ordinance 9664, which prohibits camping and sleeping on public property. Members will also discuss updates to Municipal Code language and receive a City Council update.

• Review of Ordinance 9664 regarding camping and sleeping on public property
• Discussion of Municipal Code language updates

The committee approved a donation to match the 2023 amount for the North Kansas City High School Multicultural Festival. Members also discussed drafting memos to the City Council regarding Ordinance 9664 and proposed gender-neutral language updates for the Municipal Code.

• Approved minutes from July 11, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved matching 2023 donation amount for Multicultural Festival (unanimous)

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will review Ordinance 9664, which prohibits camping and sleeping on public property. Members will also discuss updates to municipal code language.

• Review of Ordinance 9664 regarding camping and sleeping on public property
• Discussion of municipal code language updates

The committee met as a work session due to a lack of quorum. Members discussed proposed Ordinance 9664 regarding camping and sleeping on public property and planned a sub-committee meeting to review Municipal Code language.

• Minutes from July 11 not approved due to lack of quorum
• Requested updates to Ordinance 9664 verbiage and protocols for October meeting
• Scheduled Municipal Code sub-committee meeting for September 24

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss updates to municipal code language. The meeting also includes a City Council update from the Councilmember Liaison.

• Discussion of Municipal Code Language Updates
• City Council update from Councilmember Liaison

The committee approved minutes from the May 9 and June 13, 2024 meetings. Members discussed their progress reviewing municipal code Titles 1 through 6 for equity concerns.

• Approved May 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 13, 2024 work session minutes (unanimous)

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss updates to the language used in the municipal code. The agenda also includes a recap of KC Pride 2024 and a City Council update.

• Discussion of Municipal Code Language Updates (Titles 1-3)

The committee discussed proposed updates to Municipal Code Chapters 1, 2, and 3, including gender neutrality and the removal of outdated terminology. No formal votes were taken as a quorum was not present.

• Approval of minutes tabled due to lack of quorum

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will meet to discuss updates to municipal code language and receive an update from the City Council liaison. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding KC Pride 2024.

• Discussion of Municipal Code Language Updates
• KC Pride 2024 parade coordination

The North Kansas City Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the purchase of promotional swag for upcoming events and approved the minutes from the April 11, 2024 meeting. Members also discussed municipal code updates, welcomed their new City Council liaison, and reviewed upcoming community events.

• Approved minutes of the April 11, 2024 meeting
• Approved the purchase of EIC swag as presented in the memo

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will discuss updates to municipal code language and review a tourism grant application. Members will also discuss logistics and expenditures for KC Pride 2024.

• Discussion of Municipal Code Language Updates
• Review of Tourism Grant Application
• KC Pride 2024 logistics and expenditure amount

The Committee approved spending for parade swag and discussed updating municipal code language for equity. Members reviewed the Tourism Grant program and received updates on city electric vehicles and public art.

• Approved spending up to $6,500 for KC Pride Parade swag (unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to review updates on public transportation and long-term community assistance options. The meeting also includes information regarding the Snake Saturday Parade.

• Snake Saturday Parade information
• City Council update on public transportation
• Discussion of long-term community assistance options

The Equity and Inclusion Committee approved reworked questions for inclusion in the Community and Business surveys. The committee also reviewed information on the Snake Saturday parade and discussed potential involvement in city-funded tourism grants.

• Approved February 8, 2024 Work Session Minutes
• Approved reworked questions for Community and Business surveys

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss the purchase of branded items and plans for a Snake Saturday float. The meeting also includes an update from the City Council liaison.

• Authorization to purchase EIC branded items
• Discussion of Snake Saturday float
• Acknowledgement of Black History Month

The Committee elected its 2024 Chair and Co-Chair. Members approved the purchase of branded nametags, hoodies, and banners for the Snake Saturday float.

• Approved January 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Added Officer Elections to the agenda (4-0)
• Elected Bess Bailey as 2024 Co-Chair (4-0)
• Elected Daniel Trotter as 2024 Chair (4-0)
• Approved purchase of EIC branded nametags, hoodies, and materials
• Approved purchase of two banners for Snake Saturday float (4-0)

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to review community survey questions and discuss branding and logos. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a YMCA contract and community transportation support.

• Community survey questions
• Branding and logo discussion
• YMCA contract
• Hospital and community support/transportation

The Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the minutes from December 14, 2023, and finalized community survey questions for submission to the City Council. Members began a review of the YMCA contract and discussed potential partnerships with the local hospital.

• Approved December 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved community survey questions for submission to City Council

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss an amendment to the Equity and Inclusion Bylaws. The proposed change would modify the quorum requirements for transacting business that requires a vote.

• Proposed amendment to Article VIII, Section 4 of the Equity and Inclusion Bylaws regarding quorum requirements

The committee approved an amendment to its bylaws regarding the number of members needed for a quorum. The committee also agreed to donate hats and gloves to the Feel the Warmth Campaign.

• Approved amendment to Article VIII, Section 4 to set quorum at 51% of members (4-2)
• Approved October 12, 2023 Work Session Minutes
• Consented to donate stock of hats and gloves to Feel the Warmth Campaign

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will discuss the implementation of its strategic plan. Members will also review public transportation survey questions and a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for public transportation.

• Strategic Plan Implementation discussion
• Public Transportation survey questions
• Public Transportation RFQ

The committee approved a $1,000 sponsorship for the NKCH Multicultural Festival. Members discussed the city's public transit RFQ and potential for an equity-focused survey. The committee also planned outreach for upcoming city Halloween events.

• Approved September 14, 2023 Work Session Minutes
• Approved $1,000 sponsorship for NKCH Multicultural Festival

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss the implementation of its strategic plan. The body will also address participation in the North Kansas City Multicultural Festival and current committee vacancies.

• North Kansas City Multicultural Festival participation
• Strategic Plan implementation discussion
• Committee vacancies

The North Kansas City Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the July 13, 2023 work session minutes and voted to sponsor the North Kansas City Multicultural Festival for $1,000. The committee also heard public comments regarding the committee's vision, discussed strategic plan implementation including a future work session, and noted plans to review city ordinances.

• Approved July 13, 2023 work session minutes
• Approved $1,000 sponsorship for the North Kansas City Multicultural Festival

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the implementation of its strategic plan. The agenda also includes a recap of the KC Pride Parade.

• KC Pride Parade recap
• Strategic Plan Implementation discussion

The Committee agreed to request $15,000 in the FY24 budget. Members discussed public transportation equity, the NKC United initiative, and attending more community events.

• Agreed to request $15,000 in the FY24 budget

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss next steps for its strategic plan and subcommittee activities. New business includes a recap of the NKC High School Multicultural Event and an update on DEI training.

• Strategic Plan next steps
• NKC High School Multicultural Event sponsorship and recap
• Member recruitment and upcoming vacancies
• DEI Training update
• Distribution plan for hats and gloves

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from September 8, 2022. Members decided to hold a work session to finalize the Strategic Plan for future approval.

• Approved September 8, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to hold a work session to finalize the Strategic Plan

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to review a budget update and receive updates regarding NKC United. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Budget update
• NKC United committee updates

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 11, 2022 meeting. Members directed staff to purchase several items following a 2022FY budget update.

• Approved August 11, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to purchase several items based on 2022FY budget update

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to review old business and receive updates. The agenda includes a discussion on cost estimates for a mass mailing.

• Cost estimates for mass mailing
• NKC United committee updates

The committee approved the minutes from the July 14, 2022 meeting. Members discussed mass mailing cost estimates and participation in City and Parks events.

• Approved July 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will discuss a letter regarding DEI training for boards and commissions and recap a strategic plan work session. Members will also review the appointment and recruitment process for the committee.

• Discussion of DEI Training Boards and Commissions Letter
• Recap of Strategic Plan Work Session
• Discussion of EIC Member Appointment Process & Recruitment
• Review of 2023 Pride Event and annual community projects
• Updates on NKC United and EIC branding

The Committee approved the minutes from the May 24, 2022, meeting and the June 8, 2022, work session. Members also revised a letter intended for other city boards and commissions regarding DEI training.

• Approved May 24, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2022, work session minutes (unanimous)
• Revised DEI training letter for Boards and Commissions
• Requested staff provide cost estimates for a mass mailing

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee is holding a work session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss the Strategic Plan.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan

The committee reviewed a draft of the Strategic Plan, including a draft budget, SWOT analysis, goals, and actions. Staff will provide dates for a future work session to finalize the plan.

• Discussed formation of sub-committees

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will discuss its strategic plan and the formation of subcommittees. Members will also review a letter from the YMCA and discuss how to fill a committee vacancy.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan
• Formation of subcommittees
• Discussion on YMCA Letter
• EIC vacancy and recruitment ideas
• Updates on NKC United, branding, and newsletter integration

The committee approved the minutes from March 10 and March 17, 2022. Members discussed the current Strategic Plan and the NKC Multicultural Festival, with staff scheduled to provide dates for a future Work Session to finalize the plan.

• Approved March 10, 2022 minutes
• Approved March 17, 2022 minutes

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will hold a work session to discuss options for a strategic plan, including a submitted RFQ and internal options. Members will also review a memo regarding training for boards and commissions.

• Strategic plan discussion including RFQ and survey information
• Memo for boards and commissions to participate in EIC training
• Communication methods for the April 5 Election

The committee decided a submitted RFQ for a strategic plan did not fit the project scope. Members discussed developing the plan internally with professional review and will review a condensed draft at the next meeting.

• Rejected strategic plan RFQ submittal
• Decided to defer election communication to future strategic planning

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will meet virtually to discuss Vespa Equity Services and the committee's presence at Snake Saturday. The agenda also includes updates regarding NKC United, a newsletter, and the NKCHS Multi-Cultural Festival.

• Discussion of Vespa Equity Services
• EIC Presence at Snake Saturday
• Support for NKCHS Multi-Cultural Festival
• EIC Newsletter/Include in NKC Connection

The committee approved participating in a multi-cultural event with a booth and volunteers. Members decided to schedule a future work session to review a proposal from Vespa Equity Services and discuss the budget and community survey.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2022
• Decided to provide a booth and volunteers for the multi-cultural event
• Decided to schedule a work session for Vespa Equity Services proposal, budget, and community survey

Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will discuss diversity and inclusion training and a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a strategic plan. The meeting includes nominations for Co-Chair and Secretary positions.

• Discussion on Diversity and Inclusion Training
• Discussion on Strategic Plan RFQ
• Nominations for Co-Chair and Secretary
• Recap of NKC Business Council Presentation
• NKC High School Multicultural Festival

The committee approved the January 13, 2022, minutes and appointed leadership positions. Members discussed employee diversity training and planned a work session to interview a strategic plan consultant.

• Approved January 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Daniel Trotter as Co-Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Zetta Hamersley as Secretary (unanimous)
• Decided to schedule a work session to interview strategic plan consultant

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports, accounts payable, and statistical data. The board will also discuss summer reading programs and updates regarding the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

• Review of accounts payable and financial reports
• Discussion of Summer Reading Programs and Programs in the Park
• Institute of Museum and Library Services update
• Missouri Public Library Directors Conference discussion
• Mango Superstar Award 2025

The Board of Trustees met for approximately 10 minutes. The only substantive action taken was the unanimous approval of the consent agenda.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and accounts payable. The board will also discuss updates regarding LSTA grants and the Winter Reading Program.

• Review of accounts payable and financial reports
• Discussion of changes to LSTA Grants
• Winter Reading Program update
• Legislation update

The North Kansas City Public Library Board of Trustees met on February 24, 2025. The board unanimously approved the consent agenda and received updates from the Library Director regarding legislation, LSTA grants, and the winter reading program.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:19 pm (unanimous)