Topeka, Kansas

Governing Body

The Topeka Governing Body will consider consent agenda items including infrastructure projects and affordable housing funding, and hold two non-action discussions about the intent to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2027 budgets of the Topeka Metro Transit Authority and the City of Topeka. Appointments to four boards and a recognition for the Legal Department's Prosecution Division are also scheduled. The meeting includes presentations on the Human Relations Commission annual report, the general fund financial summary, and a data centers overview.

• Resolution to approve $325,000 for Water Treatment Plant Building B roof replacement (Project No. 281298.03)
• Resolution to approve $1,383,843 for new Redbud Pump Station (Project No. 291142.01)
• Three Affordable Housing Trust Fund development agreements: Highland Park REO LLC ($350,000), SENT Inc. ($181,750), and Wible Property Development LLC ($365,197.50)
• Discussion on intent to exceed Revenue Neutral Rate for City of Topeka 2027 budget
• Resolution granting noise exception for Tap That Beer Festival on July 11, 2026

Governing Body

The Governing Body will hold a public hearing on the 2026-2030 HUD Consolidated Action Plan (approx. $12M) and vote on resolutions to exceed the revenue neutral rate for both the City of Topeka and the Topeka Metro Transit Authority's 2027 budgets. They will also consider ordinances to amend building permit fee waiver rules, terminate two TIF districts (Capital City Townhomes and College Hill), and approve bridge engineering contracts. Discussions will continue on utility rates and the 2027 operating budget.

• Public hearing on the 2026-2030 HUD Consolidated Action Plan and 2026 annual budget (~$12M total)
• Resolution to notify Shawnee County of intent to exceed revenue neutral rate for City of Topeka 2027 budget (public hearing Aug 25)
• Resolution to notify Shawnee County of intent to exceed revenue neutral rate for TMTA 2027 budget (public hearing Sept 1)
• Ordinance amending building code to allow permit fee waivers for applicants receiving tax incentives from other entities
• Ordinances to terminate Capital City Townhomes TIF District and College Hill TIF District

Governing Body

The Governing Body will hold a public hearing and vote on establishing the Windward Estates Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID) and approving a development agreement for a 40-unit project at SE 45th Street and SE California Avenue. The consent agenda includes approving $34.9 million in city expenditures and several capital improvement projects. Other action items include repealing Class B licenses and amending special events regulations.

• Public hearing and ordinance to establish Windward Estates RHID at southwest corner of SE 45th Street and SE California Avenue
• Development agreement with Windward Estates, LLC for a 40-unit housing project requiring at least 6 votes
• Ordinance repealing Class B licenses (sections 14.15.010 through 14.15.080)
• Ordinance amending special events code including volunteer guidelines, deposits, late fees, and Juneteenth holiday
• Discussion on proposed utility rates as foundation for future budgets

The Governing Body approved the creation of a housing incentive district for a 40-unit rental project. The council also passed a consent agenda covering city expenditures, street improvements, and liquor licenses.

• Approved Ordinance No. 20660 establishing the Windward Estates RHID (8-2-0)
• Approved Development Agreement with Windward Estates, LLC (8-2-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Ordinances 20658 and 20659 for city expenditures (10-0-0)
• Approved Resolutions 9811, 9812, and 9813 for street and utility improvements (10-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 9814 for bridge deck repairs at three locations (10-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 9815 for Fire Department Fleet Replacement (10-0-0)
• Approved 17 Cereal Malt Beverage license applications (10-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 20661 removing Class B licenses from city code

Governing Body

The Governing Body is deciding on the adoption of the 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2027-2029 Capital Improvement Budget. The meeting includes votes on the disposal of three city-owned properties and updates to the Land Bank Board of Trustees.

• Issuance of revenue bonds up to $20,118,400 for water, water pollution, and stormwater projects
• Adoption of the 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and 2027-2029 Capital Improvement Budget (CIB)
• Disposal of real property at 1196 SW Lane Street to the Tennessee Town Neighborhood Improvement Association
• Disposal of real property on SW 7th Street and SE 2nd Street to adjacent property owners
• Ordinance to increase Land Bank Board of Trustees from 5 to 7 members and extend the pilot program through 2029

The Governing Body entered an executive session and later reconvened in open session. Mayor Duncan announced that no action was taken during the executive session. The meeting adjourned at 9:04 p.m.

• Approved motion to recess into executive session (9-1-0)

Governing Body

The Governing Body will hold a public hearing and consider establishing the Johnson-Betts Meadows Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID) and adopting a housing development plan. They will also vote on a development agreement for a 176-unit project north of SE 31st Street and east of SE Fremont Street. Other items include a noise exception for the Sunshine Reggae Festival, a wastewater engineering contract amendment not to exceed $72,950, and discussions on the SE 29th Street/Kansas Turnpike Authority Interchange and the 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Public hearing and ordinance to establish Johnson-Betts Meadows Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID)
• Development agreement for 176-unit housing project at SE 31st and SE Fremont
• Resolution granting noise exception for Sunshine Reggae Festival on June 27, 2026
• Amendment to wastewater engineering contract with Bartlett & West, Inc. ($72,950)
• Discussion on amending CIP to advance SE 29th Street/Kansas Turnpike Authority Interchange project

The Governing Body approved Ordinance 20656 establishing the Johnson-Betts Meadows Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID) for a 176-unit affordable rental housing project near SE 31st and Fremont Streets, with a total project cost of $53.6 million and maximum RHID reimbursable expenses of $4.6 million. They also approved the accompanying Development Agreement with Johnson-Betts Meadows, LP. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including a noise exception, a utility contract amendment, and 21 cereal malt beverage license renewals. A discussion on amending the CIP for the SE 29th Street KTA Interchange was held but no vote was taken.

• Approved Ordinance 20656 establishing Johnson-Betts Meadows RHID (8-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for RHID project (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including noise exception for The Celtic Fox, utility contract amendment, and 21 cereal malt beverage licenses (8-0)

Governing Body

The City Council will review several capital improvement projects, including street improvements and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes a proposal to increase the transient guest tax and various utility fee waivers for housing developments.

• $1,073,860 for Norris Street improvements from Western to West
• $567,719 for a John Deere loader and Freightliner truck
• $450,000 for the water meter vault replacement program
• Increase of transient guest tax to 8.5% beginning in 2027
• Zoning change for 2450 SE 25th Street from single-family to limited multiple-family

The City Council approved a rezoning request for property at 2450 SE 25th Street to allow higher density. Additionally, the council approved a waiver of utility system and connection fees for an affordable housing development at 2800 NW Rochester Road.

• Approved consent agenda (10-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 20652 to rezone 2450 SE 25th Street from R-1 to M-1a (8-2-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 20653 to waive utility system and connection fees for 2800 NW Rochester Road (9-0-0)

Governing Body

The Governing Body is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss and consider settlement offers to fully resolve one or more lawsuits. The meeting may include a brief executive session for these discussions.

• Consideration of settlement offers to resolve one or more lawsuits

The Governing Body met in a virtual special session and approved a settlement offer to fully resolve one or more lawsuits on a full and final basis. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved settlement offer to resolve one or more lawsuits (9-0-0)

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The Governing Body will hold a public hearing and vote on establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district and property tax rebates for the Capital City Townhomes redevelopment. Other business includes a zoning change for multi-family housing and noise exceptions for June festivals. The body will also discuss the 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan.

• TIF District and NRP tax rebate for Capital City Townhomes at 2020 and 2024 SE Massachusetts
• Zoning change for 1.14 acres at 2450 SE 25th Street from R-1 to M-1a for multi-family housing
• Eminent domain proceedings for sanitary sewer rehabilitation on SE 10th Avenue
• Noise and alcohol exceptions for Tap That Beer Festival and Sacred Heart-St. Joseph Germanfest
• Public hearing date of June 2, 2026, for Windward Estates Reinvestment Housing Incentive District

The City Council approved a resolution for the Windward Estates Reinvestment Housing Incentive District. A rezoning ordinance for 2450 SE 25th Street was deferred to May 5, 2026, pending further due diligence regarding the applicant's legal standing.

• Approved consent agenda (9-0-0)
• Deferred rezoning at 2450 SE 25th Street until May 5, 2026 (9-0-0)
• Approved Windward Estates Reinvestment Housing Incentive District resolution (9-0-0)

Governing Body

The Governing Body will vote on several ordinances, including adopting the 2024 International Building Code, updating the property maintenance code notice delivery, adding late fees for pet permits, and regulating chickens and roosters. They will also consider two public works contracts for street repairs and drainage improvements, a resolution to cancel two meetings, and discuss the 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Professional Services Contract with Alfred Benesch & Company for $174,560 for street repairs and stormwater assessment in Oak Park Neighborhood and SE 42nd Street
• Professional Services Contract with Alfred Benesch & Company for $56,600 for drainage improvements near SE California Avenue and SE 4th Street
• Ordinance adopting the 2024 International Building Code with local amendments
• Ordinance regulating the keeping of chickens and roosters, including permit requirements
• Resolution amending the citywide fee schedule to add late pet permit fees, chicken/rooster permit fees, and reduce Commercial Burn Permits from $110 to $100

The Topeka Governing Body approved several items including appointing Tony Emerson to the Metropolitan Topeka Airport Authority Board. They adopted ordinances updating the property maintenance code delivery methods, adopting the 2024 International Building Code with local amendments, and adjusting pet permit late fees. A proposed ordinance to regulate chickens and roosters was referred back to the Policy and Finance Committee.

• Appointed Tony Emerson to MTAA Board (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including two engineering contracts ($174,560 and $56,600) (10-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 20647 updating property maintenance code delivery methods (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 20648 adopting 2024 International Building Code with local amendments (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 20649 reverting pet permit late fee to $2/month (9-0)
• Referred chicken and rooster ordinance back to Policy and Finance Committee (10-0)

Governing Body

The Topeka Governing Body will consider a consent agenda approving $29.8 million in city expenditures and multiple capital improvement projects totaling over $16 million for street, sewer, and water infrastructure. Action items include a public hearing on vacating a segment of SE Colfax Street to facilitate a multifamily residential development, setting a May 12 hearing for a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District at Johnson-Betts Meadows, and authorizing property sales at 1121 SE Quincy, 307 SE 12th, and 204 SW 5th. Council will also discuss a renewal of the Topeka Eviction Defense Program.

• Approval of $29,828,157.74 in city expenditures for Jan 31–Feb 27, 2026
• Public hearing on vacating 60-foot right-of-way on SE Colfax Street north of SE 31st Street for multifamily housing
• Setting May 12, 2026 public hearing for Johnson-Betts Meadows Reinvestment Housing Incentive District
• Authorizing sale of 204 SW 5th Street for $215,000 and disposing of properties at 1121 SE Quincy and 307 SE 12th
• Discussion with possible action on professional services contract amendment for Topeka Eviction Defense Program

The Governing Body approved a consent agenda including nearly $30 million in city expenditures and various street and sewer improvements. The council also appointed two members to city boards. A public hearing was held regarding the vacation of a public street right-of-way on SE Colfax Street for a multi-family residential project.

• Approved City expenditures of $29,828,157.74 (10-0-0)
• Approved appointment of Stephanie Lucatero to Topeka Landmarks Commission (9-0-0)
• Approved appointment of Diana Malott to ADA Advisory Council (9-0-0)
• Approved noise prohibition exception for The Celtic Fox (10-0-0)
• Approved River Weir - Crest Cap Installation projects (10-0-0)
• Approved Montara South Tower Project (10-0-0)
• Approved street improvements on Wanamaker, NW Lower Silver Lake Road, and NW Topeka Blvd (10-0-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for sanitary sewer rehabilitation on SE 10th Street (10-0-0)

Governing Body

The Topeka Governing Body will hear presentations on the 2025 Q4 financial report and effective utilities management, then consider a consent agenda including a $212,240 engineering contract for DREAMS 2 and 3 sidewalk and park projects. Action items include a vote on a conditional use permit allowing social events at a short-term rental at 1200 SW Taylor Street, and a discussion with possible action on proposed 2027 modifications to the DREAMS program to improve equity and alignment with community priorities. A non-action discussion will cover a 2026 utilities lien ordinance for unpaid utility services.

• Professional services contract with SBB Engineering for $212,240 for DREAMS 2 and 3 projects (sidewalks, parks)
• Conditional Use Permit (CU25/07) to allow social events at a short-term rental at 1200 SW Taylor Street
• Discussion and possible action on 2027 modifications to the DREAMS program
• Discussion on a 2026 utilities lien ordinance for unpaid utility bills

The Governing Body unanimously approved modifications to the DREAMS neighborhood investment program for 2027, shifting from biennial to annual funding, expanding housing rehabilitation citywide, and adding a mid-block lighting pilot. Other actions included approving a conditional use permit for social events at a short-term rental and adopting the consent agenda with a $212,240 engineering contract. A discussion on placing real estate liens for unpaid utility bills did not result in a vote.

• Approved 2027 DREAMS program modifications to annual funding, housing rehab expansion, and lighting pilot (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for social events at 1200 SW Taylor Street short-term rental (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $212,240 engineering contract with SBB Engineering and March 10 minutes (9-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on imposition of real estate liens for unpaid utility services

Governing Body

The Governing Body will consider a consent agenda with five capital improvement projects totaling over $7 million for street and bridge repairs. Action items include public hearings on easement vacations for a mall expansion at 1801 SW Wanamaker Road, a zoning change to allow 18 duplexes on SW Urish Road, and the creation of a Community Improvement District for Hotel Topeka with a 2% sales tax. The council will also vote on a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District application and set a public hearing for a Tax Increment Financing district for Capital City Townhomes.

• Five capital projects (street/bridge repairs) totaling over $7M: SW 7th/8th/Cambridge/Orleans ($560K), SW Oakley from 8th to Front ($1.187M), PROWAG ramps ($550K), 21st Street Bridge ($2.824M), Kansas Avenue Bridge ($2.799M)
• Public hearings to vacate sewer and water easements at 1801 SW Wanamaker Rd for mall expansion
• Rezone 1.36 acres on SW Urish Rd from PUD to M-2 for 18 duplexes
• Create Hotel Topeka Community Improvement District with 2% sales tax at 17th and Topeka Blvd
• Renew police training facility lease at National Guard Armory (2722 SW Topeka Blvd)

The Governing Body approved a zoning change to allow 18 duplexes on SW Urish Road and authorized a request to establish a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for the project. The Council also approved several street and bridge improvement projects and two easement vacations at Westridge Mall.

• Approved zoning change from PUD to M-2 for 1.36-acre property on SW Urish Road to allow 18 duplexes (10-0-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9767 to request a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for ATA Development, LLC (9-1-0)
• Approved vacation of public sanitary sewer line easement at 1801 SW Wanamaker Road (10-0-0)
• Approved vacation of public water line easement at 1801 SW Wanamaker Road (10-0-0)
• Approved street improvements for area bounded by 7th Street, Cambridge Avenue, 8th Avenue and Orleans Street (9-0-0)
• Approved street improvements to SW Oakley Avenue from 8th Avenue to Front Street (9-0-0)
• Approved budget increase for 2026 PROWAG Ramp Program (9-0-0)
• Approved SE 21st Bridge and Kansas Avenue Bridge repairs (9-0-0)

Governing Body

The Governing Body will consider resolutions to change how council members are selected for the Joint Economic Development Organization and the Metropolitan Topeka Planning Organization Board. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Metropolitan Topeka Airport Authority.

• Resolution to establish a procedure for selecting two council members for the Joint Economic Development Organization (JEDO) voting board
• Resolution to amend the appointment procedure for three council members to the Metropolitan Topeka Planning Organization Board (MTPO) Policy Board
• Presentation by the Metropolitan Topeka Airport Authority

The Governing Body approved two resolutions updating the appointment and selection processes for members serving on the Joint Economic Development Organization and the Metropolitan Topeka Planning Organization. The council also approved the minutes from the February 17, 2026, meeting.

• Approved February 17, 2026, meeting minutes (9-0-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9765 establishing selection procedures for two JEDO voting members (9-0-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9766 relating to the appointment of three MTPO Policy Board members (9-0-0)
• Approved recess into executive session for personnel matters (8-1-0)
• Approved recess into executive session for legal advice and litigation (8-1-0)

Governing Body

The Topeka Governing Body will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a zoning text amendment to allow more multi-family residential development in commercial, downtown, and mixed-use zones (ACZR26/01). The council will also vote on vacating a public alley for JJH Properties, amending home occupation permit rules, setting a public hearing for a Hotel Topeka Community Improvement District, and authorizing disposal of property at 1335 SE 21st Street. Consent agenda includes approving $40,483,039.01 in city expenditures. The meeting will include a discussion on the FY 2027 proposed budget.

• Public hearing and ordinance to vacate public alley between 2nd Street, 3rd Street, Kansas Avenue, and Jackson Street (V25A/01) by JJH Properties LLC.
• Ordinance amending home occupation regulations (ACZR26/02) to clarify when no permit is needed.
• Zoning code text amendments (ACZR26/01) to increase flexibility for two-family and multi-family housing in Commercial, Downtown, and Mixed-Use districts.
• Resolution setting a March 10, 2026 public hearing for establishing a Community Improvement District at 17th and Topeka Boulevard for Hotel Topeka.
• Resolution to authorize disposal of real property at 1335 SE 21st Street for Land Bank consideration.

The Governing Body approved three ordinances and two resolutions, all by 8-0 votes. Home occupation regulations were amended to exempt no-impact home businesses from permitting. New zoning standards allow more ground-floor residential in commercial districts, with restrictions on Kansas Avenue. A public hearing was set for March 10 to consider a Community Improvement District at Hotel Topeka. Surplus city property at 1335 SE 21st Street was transferred to the Land Bank for affordable housing. The council discussed the FY2027 budget deficit but took no action.

• Approved Ordinance 20638 vacating public alley between 2nd, 3rd, Kansas, Jackson (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 20639 updating home occupation regulations (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 20640 amending residential use standards in commercial/mixed-use districts (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 9763 setting March 10 public hearing for Hotel Topeka CID (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 9764 donating 1335 SE 21st St to Land Bank for affordable housing (8-0)

Governing Body

The Topeka Governing Body will consider approving multiple professional service contracts and capital improvement project budgets, including street and sewer repairs and fleet replacements. The council will also discuss an ordinance regarding Apple Developer authorization and two partial development agreements.

• Engineering contracts: $115,000 to JEO Consulting Group, $237,589 to SBB Engineering, $63,691 to Cook, Flatt & Strobel
• Fleet replacement budget: $1,141,621 for 2025 program
• Huntoon Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation: $1,750,000 budget
• California Avenue Bridge Lighting: $285,000 budget
• Pavement Management Program: $5,000,000 additional funding

The Governing Body unanimously adopted an ordinance and approved two partial assignments of development agreements. These actions facilitate the sale of land at Sunflower Crossing and the securing of tenants for Wanamaker Hills Development.

• Adopted ordinance (8-0-0)
• Approved Contract No. 53459 Partial Assignment and Assumption of Development Agreement between BHI Development, Inc. and Quicktrip Corporation (8-0-0)
• Approved Contract No. 53460 Partial Assignment and Assumption of Development Agreement between EI G Wanamaker, LLC and B33 Wanamaker III, LLC

Governing Body

The City Council will consider establishing the California Crossing Community Improvement District and the Project View Reinvestment Housing Incentive District. Other items include amending municipal parking rates, approving several garage lease agreements, and selecting a representative for Council District No. 8.

• Establishment of California Crossing Community Improvement District with a 1.5% sales tax
• Amendment to TMC Chapter 10 regarding city-owned municipal parking rates
• Lease agreements for parking spaces in the Uptowner Garage and 512 Garage
• Real estate purchase agreement between the City and Topeka FC 1, LLC
• Establishment of the Project View Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID)

The governing body unanimously approved a Community Improvement District at California Crossing with a 1.5% sales tax for 22 years. It also adopted parking code amendments (6-1) and approved multiple agreements supporting the Project View development: a 25-year lease for 150 parking spaces for Jayhawk Tower Partners (7-1), a 35-year lease for 192 spaces for Topeka FC 1 (6-1), and a real estate purchase for $1,150,000 with a lease-back arrangement (7-1). A proposed Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for Project View was introduced but no vote is recorded in the provided minutes.

• Approved Ordinance No. 20633 establishing California Crossing CID with 1.5% sales tax (8-0)
• Approved Contract No. 53453 development agreement for California Crossing (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 20634 amending parking code (6-1)
• Approved Contract No. 53454 parking lease with Jayhawk Tower Partners for 150 spaces (7-1)
• Approved Contract No. 53455 MOU with Topeka FC 1 for 192 parking spaces (6-1)
• Approved Contract No. 53456 real estate purchase from Topeka FC 1 for $1,150,000 (7-1)

Governing Body

The Governing Body discussed the proposed FY 2027 budget in a special work session. No action was taken; it was a discussion-only agenda item. The presentation highlighted declining fund balances in the General Fund, Parking Fund, and Special Highway Fund, and outlined potential revenue options including sales tax increases and fee adjustments.

• General Fund reserves projected to fall from $32.2M in 2025 to $11.4M in 2027
• Parking Fund expected to go negative ($34,045) in 2027; rate increase considered
• Special Highway Fund projected negative $1.2M in 2027 due to declining gas tax revenue
• Possible sales tax initiatives: 0.10% for fire stations, 0.10% for affordable housing/homelessness, 0.30% for public safety
• Union contracts expiring end of 2026 (AFSCME Water & WPC) and end of 2027 (FOP, Fire, Teamsters, AFT)

The Governing Body met in a special work session on January 27, 2026, to review the FY2027 budget forecast and discuss policy considerations. No votes or formal decisions were made; the session was entirely informational and procedural.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was informational.

Governing Body

The Topeka Governing Body will vote to approve $18.6 million in city expenditures and a professional services contract exceeding $50,000. The council will also elect two representatives to the Metropolitan Topeka Planning Organization (MTPO) Policy Board.

• Approval of $18,659,764.98 in city expenditures
• Approval of professional services contract with Henson, Hutton, Mudrick, Gragson and Vogelsberg, LLP
• Election of two City Council members to the MTPO Policy Board
• Election of two City Council members to the JEDO Board
• Approval of minutes from the January 13, 2026, Governing Body meeting

The City Council approved the consent agenda and elected members to regional planning and economic development boards. Councilmembers Miller and Bradberry were elected to the Metropolitan Topeka Planning Organization, while Banks and Hiller were elected to the Joint Economic Development Organization.

• Approved consent agenda (8-0-0)
• Elected Councilmember Miller to MTPO Board (8 votes)
• Elected Councilmember Bradberry to MTPO Board (8 votes)
• Appointed Councilmember Ortiz as Mayor’s Council designee to MTPO Board
• Elected Councilmember Banks to JEDO Board (7 votes)
• Elected Councilmember Hiller to JEDO Board (6 votes)

Governing Body

The Governing Body will consider a consent agenda with resolutions to approve several infrastructure project budgets, including a $9.78 million street and utility improvement on SE 29th Street. The council will also elect a Deputy Mayor for a one-year term. Public comment is available via Zoom or in-person.

• Approval of $9,778,395 budget for street and utility improvements on SE 29th Street from Kansas Avenue to Adams Street.
• Approval of $1,886,987 for the 2026 Micro Surfacing preventative maintenance program.
• Approval of $1,240,000 for street and stormwater improvements on SW 42nd Street east of Martin Drive.
• Approval of $700,000 for sidewalk construction on NW Lyman Road.
• Election of a Deputy Mayor to serve a one-year term.

Governing Body

The Governing Body will review several infrastructure resolutions regarding street, sidewalk, and utility improvements. Additionally, the council will hold an election for a Deputy Mayor to serve a one-year term.

• $1,240,000 for SW 42nd Street street and stormwater improvements
• $1,886,987 for 2026 Micro Surfacing projects
• $396,699 for alley repair and utility improvements south of 2nd Street
• $700,000 for NW Lyman Road sidewalk construction
• $3,755,000 and $9,778,395 for SE 29th Street street and utility improvements

The City Council approved several street, sidewalk, and utility improvement resolutions via the consent agenda. Additionally, Councilmember Hoferer was elected to serve a one-year term as Deputy Mayor.

• Approved consent agenda including multiple street and utility projects (8-0-0)
• Elected Councilmember Hoferer as Deputy Mayor (8-0-0)

Governing Body

The Governing Body will discuss establishing a citywide fee schedule for permits, licenses, and services. The meeting includes votes on two sets of city expenditures totaling over $49 million and a zoning change for a property on SW 10th Avenue.

• Approval of city expenditures from Sept 27 to Oct 31, 2025, totaling $29,203,632.85
• Approval of city expenditures from Nov 1 to Nov 28, 2025, totaling $19,964,892.52
• Rezoning of 2012 SW 10th Avenue from C-2 Commercial to Planned Unit Development
• Establishment of a Citywide Fee Schedule via ordinance and resolution
• Telecommunications franchise contract for MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, LLC

The Governing Body approved a revised citywide fee schedule and associated ordinances. Council members amended the plan to eliminate the proposed $25 residential burn permit fee. The council also approved a zoning change for a property on SW 10th Avenue.

• Approved expenditures for Sept 27–Oct 31, 2025, and Nov 1–Nov 28, 2025 (8-0-0)
• Granted Verizon Access Transmission Services a telecommunications franchise contract (8-0-0)
• Approved marketing contract with Coldwell Banker Commercial for City-owned properties (8-0-0)
• Rezoned 2012 SW 10th Avenue from C-2 Commercial to PUD (8-0-0)
• Amended code to remove Mayor's appointment power for Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging (7-0-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing a new citywide fee schedule (6-1-0)
• Reduced Residential Burn Permit fee from $25 to $0.00 (7-1-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9755 establishing the City's Fee Schedule as amended (8-0-0)