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Tue Jul 7, 2026

City Council

Council to consider Community Improvement District at 3109 East Douglas

The Wichita City Council will hold a public hearing on establishing a Community Improvement District (CID) at 3109 and 3111 East Douglas and consider a development agreement. The agenda also includes a deferral of the purchase of a police robotic dog to January 2027, a public hearing for industrial revenue bonds to build a Child Advocacy Center, and a cooperation agreement to establish a sister city with Chihuahua, Mexico. Consent items cover numerous contracts, preliminary estimates for Yellowstone Addition utility improvements, and various ordinances.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. AGENDA CITY COUNCIL Tu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 23, 2026

City Council

Wichita City Council to vote on multiple code amendments and zoning changes

The City Council will consider a series of second-reading ordinances to amend city codes regarding criminal conduct, traffic safety, and zoning. The body is also reviewing several property acquisitions for drainage and road projects and approving infrastructure contracts.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. II. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

City Council

Council to decide on wrecking yard zone change at 1963 S Broadway

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a zone change to allow a wrecking and salvage yard at 1963 South Broadway. Other items include first readings of ordinances on domestic battery, petit theft, golf carts, and a ban on texting in construction zones, as well as a lease for South Lakes Sports Complex and the sale of 25 public housing properties. The consent agenda includes 24 routine items and reports on bids and contracts.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. II. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 9, 2026

City Council

Council to consider zoning code amendment on public notification

The Wichita City Council will hold public hearings on three Industrial Revenue Bond requests from Air Capital Flight Line, Boeing Wichita, and McAsey Investments/Wichita Machine Products. A major item is an amendment to the Unified Zoning Code regarding public notification, with a recommendation to override the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission. The council will also consider setting a public hearing for a Community Improvement District at 3109 East Douglas and receive quarterly financial reports. Several consent agenda items include routine licenses, contracts, and property acquisitions.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. AGENDA CITY COUNCIL Tu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 2, 2026

City Council Evening Meeting

Council to approve $200,000 settlement for lawsuit

The City Council will consider its consent agenda, which includes a $200,000 settlement payment, multiple zoning changes, and an agreement for the 31st Street Bridge. A vote on retaining current ordinances prohibiting backing into parking is scheduled as separate business. The meeting also includes public comments and approvals of council travel.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Barbara Myers - High [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 26, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on Jahn Property and Mooring Plaza PUD zone changes

The City Council will consider a consent agenda of 15 items including two planned unit development zone changes, multiple property acquisitions for drainage and road projects, a bridge rehabilitation overestimate, and travel expenses for council members to a Denver conference. A public comment period is also scheduled. The Board of Bids and Contracts meeting is cancelled.

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✓ Decided: Council heard public comments; no actions or votes taken

The May 26, 2026 City Council meeting featured public remarks on the Wichita Public Library, the SKEDD program, older adults services, and city surveillance cameras. No motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Bryan Clark - Wichit [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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City Council CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS May 26, 2026     MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL     Wichita, Kansas, May 26, 2026 Tuesday, 09:00 AM     The City Council met in regular session with Lily Wu, Dalton Glasscock, Becky Tuttle, Mike Hoheisel, JV Johnston, Maggie Ballard, and Joseph Shepard. Staff Members Present: Donte Martin, Assistant City Manager, Jennifer Magana, Director of Law, and Jo Hensley, Deputy City Clerk.   I) PUBLIC AGENDA   1.) Bryan Clark - Wichita Public Library   Bryan Clark stated hello. My name is Brian Clark. I’m not with the library, but I'm here this morning to talk about the Wichita Public Library, what it means to me and the community. I retired after working at the Wichita Eagle for 25 years in the marketing department. There, I learned the importance of access to all information. I learned the importance of the role that literacy plays in our community. And the need to have trusted sources of information and truth. And a changing environment, because [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 19, 2026

City Council

City Council to vote on fire dispatch contracts and zoning changes

The City Council will consider contracts for fire station alerting, automated dispatch, and demand response software. The body is also reviewing several zoning ordinances and public improvement petitions for water and sewer systems.

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✓ Decided: Council approved May 12 meeting minutes unanimously

The City Council approved the minutes of the regular meeting held on May 12, 2026. Lily Wu moved to approve, and the motion carried 7‑0. No other substantive actions were decided.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of AGENDA CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, May 19, 2026 9:00 AM The regular meeting of the City Cou [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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City Council CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS May 19, 2026     MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL     Wichita, Kansas, May 19, 2026 Tuesday, 09:00 AM     The City Council met in regular session with Lily Wu, Dalton Glasscock, Joseph Shepard, Becky Tuttle, Mike Hoheisel, JV Johnston, and Maggie Ballard. Staff Members Present: Dennis Marstall, City Manager, Sharon Dickgrafe, Chief Deputy City Attorney, and Jo Hensley, Deputy City Clerk.   Approve the minutes of regular meeting May 12, 2026   Lily Wu moved to approve the minutes of regular meeting May 12, 2026 Motion carried 7 to 0   AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS   Proclamations:   National Tennis Month   Bike Month ICT [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 12, 2026

City Council

City Council to consider multi-family housing bonds and zoning changes

The City Council will review a request from Midwest Housing Initiatives, Inc. to issue multi-family housing revenue bonds. The meeting includes several zoning requests and the approval of public improvement petitions for various additions. Council members are also seeking travel authorization for conferences in Denver and London.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of AGENDA CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, May 12, 2026 9:00 AM The regular meeting of the City Cou [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 5, 2026

City Council

Council to consider assessments for 91 infrastructure projects

The Wichita City Council will hold public hearings on three proposals for multi-family housing revenue bonds (Knox Court East, Knox Court South, and Vecino Bond Group) and a major public hearing on proposed assessments for 91 paving, water, sewer, and storm sewer projects in the September 2026 Bond Sale Series 838. The council will also receive the Board of Bids and Contracts report and consider petitions for public improvements for Clear Ridge, First Furlong, and Stoney Pointe additions.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Lola Eastwood with e [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 28, 2026

City Council

Council to discuss Flock Camera funding, approve infrastructure contracts

The city council will hold a public agenda item on Flock Camera implementation and funding, then consider a consent agenda that includes approval of multiple infrastructure contracts for water, sewer, and paving improvements in the Cranor, Northgate, and Reber additions, property acquisitions for road projects, and second reading of ordinances including a zoning change at 13th and McClean.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Brad Heagler -Flock [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

City Council

City Council to vote on rezoning North McLean Boulevard for multi-family development

The City Council will consider a zone change from single-family to multi-family residential on North McLean Boulevard, requiring six of seven votes. Other new business includes approving the 2027 Tourism BID scope, a KDOT agreement for 21st Street North ITS improvements, funding for Nomar International Plaza stage and public art, a soil excavation contract at the APEX site, and the 2026 Transit Network Redesign. The consent agenda covers multiple contracts, easements, and license approvals.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. AGENDA CITY COUNCIL Tu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 14, 2026

City Council

City Council to consider $420,000 for Ark River Residences Project

The City Council will discuss several ordinances, including an updated ethics code and zoning changes. The body is also deciding on funding for cultural institutions and retirement system contribution rates for 2027.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Zachary Knopp - Floc [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 7, 2026

City Council

Wichita City Council to consider purchase of SPOT robotic dogs for police

The City Council will discuss the purchase of SPOT Robotic Dogs from RADeCO, Inc. and the potential dissolution of the Wichita Land Bank. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure petitions and short-term rental licensing amendments.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Harold Schlechtweg - [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 24, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on Mammoth Clubhouse CID with 2% sales tax

The City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple items including grants, contracts, and property acquisitions. They will hold second reading of ordinances establishing a Community Improvement District with a 2% sales tax for the Mammoth Clubhouse project and a special assessment for sidewalk construction. Additionally, they will vote on approving Mayor Lily Wu's travel to a Harvard leadership event, requiring an estimated $16,350 gift limit exemption.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Andrew Crane - Sidew [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 24, 2026

City Council Workshop

Workshop to discuss water, police tech, parking, survey, budget

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss updates and proposals on waterworks, police department technology, paid parking downtown and at City Hall, results of the POLCO community survey, and a preliminary budget overview. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

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I. ORDER OF BUSINESS I.1 Waterworks Update I.2 Wichita Police Department Technology I.3 Paid Parking Downtown & City Hall I.4 POLCO Community Survey Results I.5 Preliminary Budget Overview AGENDA CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP Tuesday, March 24, 2026 9:00 AM The regular meeting of the City Council Workshop will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the First Floor Board Room 455 N. Main Street, Wichita KS 67202
Tue Mar 10, 2026

City Council Evening Meeting

Council to consider TIF amendment, bonds for 123 S. Market development, police robotic dog

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several major economic development items, including a Tax Increment Financing project plan amendment and approval of a development agreement for 123 S. Market LLC, as well as establishing a Community Improvement District for Mammoth Clubhouse. Other new business includes authorizing a second five-year tax abatement for Gridley Family Foundation, approving the sale of STAR bonds for the K-96 Greenwich Phase III project, and approving contracts for grounds maintenance and a police robotic dog. The consent agenda includes routine items such as license approvals, preliminary estimates, a settlement payment of $28,000, and second-reading ordinances on chronic nuisance properties, zoning changes, and weed-cutting assessments.

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1. Kristina Klag - Three lane roads. 2. Allyson Bell - Continued deterioration of the Commodore 3. Ciomara Campos - Spending Money on Art Instead of the Drought 4. Katherine Cain - Property Tax Freedom Bill AGENDA CITY COUNCIL EVENING MEETING Tuesday, March 10, 2026 6:00 PM The regular meeting of the City Council Evening Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers 455 N. Main Street, Wichita, KS 67202 OPENING OF REGULAR MEETING Call to Order Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS Proclamations: Intellectual and Development Disability Awareness Month Senior Services of Wichita Meals on Wheels Month Transgender Day of Visibility PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non- scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in wr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 3, 2026

City Council

Wichita City Council to consider fire station and water utility funding

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including fire station construction and various water and sewer utility improvements. The body is also considering zoning changes for multi-family residential developments and the acquisition of property at 1890 West Harry Street for the police department.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved meeting minutes, consent agenda and contracts

The City Council approved the minutes from the February 17 and February 24 regular meetings. They also approved all items on the consent agenda (items 1 through 18). Finally, the Board of Bids and Contracts report was received, filed, and the contracts were approved. Each motion passed with a 7‑to‑0 vote.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. II. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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City Council CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS March 3, 2026     MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL     Wichita, Kansas, March 3, 2026 Tuesday, 09:00 AM     The City Council met in regular session with Lily Wu, Dalton Glasscock, Joseph Shepard, Becky Tuttle, Mike Hoheisel, JV Johnston, and Maggie Ballard. Staff Members Present: Dennis Marstall, City Manager, Jennifer Magana, City Attorney, and Shinita Rice, City Clerk.   Approve the minutes of regular meeting February 17, 2026 and February 24, 2026   Lily Wu moved to approve the minutes of regular meeting February 17, 2026 and February 24, 2026 Motion carried 7 to 0   AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS   Proclamations:   Women in Construction Week 2026   [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 24, 2026

City Council

Wichita City Council to consider zoning changes and land annexations

The City Council will review several second-reading ordinances, including zoning changes and land annexations. The body is also deciding on design agreements for street projects and the sale of a property on East Catalina Street.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Faith Martin - City [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on zone change at 51st & Meridian from residential to commercial/office

The City Council will consider a zone change at 51st Street North and Meridian Avenue from single-family residential to limited commercial and general office. Council will also decide on stormwater utility rate increases, with options requiring ordinance readings if selected. Other business includes approving design concepts for two road projects, funding public art, and a $200,000 HOME loan for affordable housing rehabilitation.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Derrick Carlton Jack [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 10, 2026

City Council Evening Meeting

Council to vote on sales tax relief, property tax relief programs

The council will consider adopting resolutions to establish guardrails for sales tax proceeds and create sales tax relief and homestead property tax relief programs. It will also hold a public hearing for a Community Improvement District for Mammoth Clubhouse and vote on several second-reading zoning ordinance changes. Consent agenda includes contracts, property acquisitions, and airport agreements. Public comment is limited to 25 minutes with prior sign-up required.

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i. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Krystina Furst - Pai [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 3, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on zone change for senior living at 8031 E Gilbert St

The City Council will consider two zone changes and funding for large water meters. The main item is a request to rezone 8031 East Gilbert Street from single-family to multi-family for a senior living development. A second zone change at 6515 West 37th Street North to general office district will also be voted on. Consent agenda includes multiple other zone changes, property sales, and an airport lease.

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II. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS 1 THROUGH 16 NOTICE: Items listed under the "Consent Agendas" will be enacted by one motion with no separate discussion. If discussion on an item is desired, the item will be removed from the "Consent Agendas" and considered separately (The Council will be considering the City Council Consent Agenda as well as the Planning, Housing, and Airport Consent Agendas. Please see "ATTACHMENT 1 - CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS" for a listing of all Consent Agenda Item). III. BOARD OF BIDS AND CONTRACTS 1. Board of Bids and Contracts dated February 2, 2026. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file report, approve the contracts and authorize the necessary signatures. IV. PETITIONS FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS 1. Petitions for Public Improvements RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the new petitions and budgets, adopt the new resolutions, and authorize the necessary signatures. AGENDA CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, February 3, 2026 9:00 AM The regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the City Council Chambers 455 N. Main Street, Wichita, KS 67202 OPENING OF REGULAR MEETING Call to Order Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Approve the minutes of regular meeting January 27, 2026 AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS Proclamations: Wichita Public Library's 150th Anniversary American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day COUNCIL BUSINESS 02-02-2026 Board of Bids.pdf PFPI.docx V. UNFINISHED COUNCIL BUSINESS VI. NEW COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. Funding for Repl [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 27, 2026

City Council

Council to set special election for 1% sales tax, adopt zoning changes

The City Council will consider a special election on March 3, 2026, to impose a 1% local sales tax, adopt related resolutions, and hold a town hall. They will also vote on consent items including second-reading ordinances for a zone change at 29th and Oliver and eminent domain for S 143rd St E, plus several property sales and airport agreements.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Rev. Wade Miller - A [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

City Council

Council to consider expanding alcohol consumption area in Delano District

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to designate a Common Consumption Area in the Delano area (Districts IV and VI), allowing alcohol consumption on specified dates and times. The council will also approve the 2026 City and Joint State Legislative Agendas and consider a contract amendment for the Wichita Water Works project. The consent agenda includes numerous items such as tax exemptions, a zone change, and eminent domain for the 143rd Street improvement project.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. II. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 14, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

Council to consider 1% city-wide retailer sales tax ballot question

The Wichita City Council will consider repealing Ordinance 52-866 and adopting Ordinance 52-888, which would place a question on a 1% city-wide retailer sales tax on the August 4, 2026 election ballot. The council may also declare a public emergency and schedule a special election on March 3, 2026 to approve the measure.

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I. NEW COUNCIL MEMBER AGENDA 1. Repeal of City Ordinance 52-866 and consideration of an ordinance of the City of Wichita, Kansas for the purpose of submitting to qualified electors of the City of Wichita the question relating to the imposition of a one percent (1.0%) City- wide retailers' sales tax and placing a question on the August 4, 2026 election ballot. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Consider taking the following actions: 1. Declare the existence of a public emergency and pass the ordinance on a single reading repealing Ordinance 52-866 calling for a Special Election on March 3, 2026. 2. Place the ordinance on first reading calling for a Special Question Election on August 4, 2026, and approve the proposed Notice of Special Question Election. AGENDA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 PM The regular meeting of the City Council Special Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM in the Council Chambers 455 N. Main Street, Wichita, KS 67202 OPENING OF SPECIAL MEETING Call to Order Agenda Report I-1.docx Ordinance No. 52-887 Repeal ordinance 52-866 relating to the imposition of a 1% sales tax to qualified electors Emergency Declaration Ordinance No. 52-887 Repeal ordinance 52-866 relating to the imposition of a 1% sales tax to qualified electors. Special Election - Notice of Special Election for August 1-13-26.docx Ordinance No. 52-888 1% Sales Tax August 4, 2026.docx ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jan 13, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on 2025-2026 Park & Recreation project funding

The City Council will consider funding and bonding resolutions for 2025 and 2026 Capital Improvement Program Park & Recreation projects. The body will also review several zoning changes, public improvement petitions for The Ranch 3rd Addition, and a joint resolution regarding the Emergency Communications Advisory Board.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Ben Lee - Gangs, gun [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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City Council CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS January 13, 2026     MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL     Wichita, Kansas, January 13, 2026 Tuesday, 09:00 AM     The City Council met in regular session with Lily Wu, JV Johnston, Joseph Shepard, Becky Tuttle, Mike Hoheisel, Dalton Glasscock, and Maggie Ballard. Staff Members Present: Dennis Marstall, City Manager, Jennifer Magana, City Attorney, and Jo Hensley, Deputy City Clerk.   Approve the minutes of regular meeting January 6, 2026   Lily Wu moved to approve the minutes of regular meeting January 6, 2026 Motion carried 7 to 0   Selection of the Vice Mayor and Oath of Office   Mayor Wu stated Council, all of us have received a ballot in front of us for the next Vice Mayor.  By ordinance, this position is for a term of one year, and it's rotated among the six council members.  Typically, selection is by ball [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 12, 2026

City Council

Council swears in three new members, honors outgoing Johnson

This meeting is primarily procedural and ceremonial: the City Council will recognize outgoing Council Member Brandon Johnson, then administer the oath of office to three newly elected council members for Districts I, III, and VI. No substantive ordinances, resolutions, or public hearings are scheduled. Council Member Comments and adjournment follow.

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I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Presentation to Outgoing Council Member Brandon Johnson IV. Oath of Office Administered by Judge Jones for Newly Elected Council Members 1. Oath of Office for District I Council Member Joseph Shepard 2. Oath of Office for District III Council Member Mike Hoheisel 3. Oath of Office for District VI Council Member Maggie Ballard AGENDA CITY COUNCIL Monday, January 12, 2026 5:30 PM The regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers 455 N. Main Street, Wichita, KS 67202 OPENING OF SPECIAL MEETING Council Member Comments ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jan 6, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on overriding planning commission for renewable energy zoning

The City Council will consider several significant items, including a proposed amendment to the Unified Zoning Code for renewable energy systems that would override the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission. Also on the agenda are the conversion of the Main Water Treatment Plant to emergency use, the sale of seven occupied public housing properties, and acceptance of a $280,000 QuikTrip donation for homeless outreach. Several infrastructure and safety projects, including traffic improvements and adoption of the 2024 International Fire Code, are up for approval.

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I. PUBLIC AGENDA NOTICE: No action will be taken relative to items on this agenda other than referral to the City Manager for information. Requests to appear will be placed on the agenda on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Except as otherwise directed by the Presiding Officer of a regular meeting: (1) this portion of the meeting is limited to twenty-five minutes and shall be subject to a limitation of five minutes for each presentation with no extension of time permitted. Non-scheduled speakers may be allowed to speak if the twenty-five minute limit has not been reached; and (2) no speaker shall be allowed to appear more frequently than once every fourth meeting, and (3) members of the public desiring to present matters to the Council on the public agenda must submit a request in writing to the office of the City Clerk 24 hours prior to the meeting, or by noon on the Friday prior to the meeting if the day before the meeting is a holiday. The request should state the name of the individual(s) desiring to be heard and the matter to be presented. Substitutes for the individual(s) to be heard or matters to be presented are not permitted unless the twenty-five minute limit is not reached. Item requests may be referred, at the discretion of the City Manager, to appropriate staff for mediation prior to being placed on the public agenda if the individual(s) consents to said referral. Rules of decorum will be observed and enforced as provided in this Code. 1. Arthur Stokes - Blac [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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