Wichita County public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution regarding sales tax proceeds for a new downtown public performing arts center and a donation for a Drones First Responder hive. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure petitions and municipal court judge reappointments.

• Resolution for sales tax proceeds for a new Downtown Public Performing Arts Center
• Settlement payments of $468,479.70 and $29,233.13
• Municipal Court Judge reappointments with a 2.5% salary increase
• Infrastructure petitions for Colter Ridge Addition and 47th Street Addition
• Charter Ordinance No. 243 regarding the Transient Guest Tax

City Council

The City Council is deciding on an ordinance to call for a special election regarding a 1% sales tax. The body is also reviewing several zoning changes, development agreements, and 2026 salary and budget ordinances.

• Ordinance for Special Question Election to impose 1% sales tax
• Development agreements with Wichita Maple, LLC and Family Destination Development, LLC
• Zone change for Trinity Park PUD at South Hoover Road and West 47th Street South
• Funding for 2026 Dirt Street Paving Program and 1st Street Bridge over Arkansas River
• Approval of 2026 Salary and Classification Ordinances

Wichita Citizen's Review Board

The board will conduct a review of PSB cases based on subcommittee recommendations. The meeting also includes training on misdemeanor policy and a review of the board retreat document.

• PSB Case Review and voting
• Misdemeanor Policy training
• Board Retreat Document Review
• Scheduling for November and December 2026 meetings
• Executive Session regarding 24PSB5144 and 25PSB2454

City Council

The Wichita City Council will consider placing a 1.0% sales tax question on a special election ballot, proposed by Wichita Forward. The council also weighs multiple ordinances stemming from a property maintenance code task force, including changes to housing code enforcement, neglected building registration, and pollinator garden exemptions. Other business includes a zone change request at 944 South Topeka, a street naming honor for Pastor J.P. Dennis Jr., and an economic development agreement with the Greater Wichita Partnership.

• Ordinance calling for special election to impose 1.0% sales tax (Wichita Forward request)
• Task force recommendations on property maintenance code: ordinances on building registration, insurance proceeds, housing code, and pollinator gardens
• Zone change request at 944 S. Topeka from B Multi-Family and GC General Commercial to Planned Unit Development (PUD #149)
• Over naming of Ash Street at 13th Street North to honor Pastor J.P. Dennis Jr.
• Agreement with Greater Wichita Partnership for economic development services

City Council

The Wichita City Council will consider several actions, including approving the City Manager's employment contract, authorizing letters of intent for multi‑family housing revenue bonds, and adopting one of three options for water and sewer rate adjustments for 2026. The council will also vote on zoning changes for planned unit developments and the sale of 29 public housing properties. Additional items include memoranda of agreement with local unions and funding for park and utility improvements.

• Approve employment contract for City Manager Dennis Marstall
• Approve Interdale Marjoy Apartments Letter of Intent to issue multi‑family housing revenue bonds (District VI)
• Adopt one of three water and sewer rate adjustment options for 2026
• Adopt zone change request for 944 S. Topeka Planned Unit Development (District III)
• Approve sale contracts for 29 public housing properties

City Council

The council will vote on second reading of ordinances creating lodging establishment licenses, a permanent watering schedule, and zoning changes at 3207 East Douglas Avenue, 2020 East 1st Street North, and 720 North Westlin. A 27-item consent agenda includes design agreements for infrastructure projects, property acquisitions, and sales. Public hearing items address a black mold complaint and allegations of police misconduct.

• Second reading of Ordinances No. 52-835 (lodging licenses), 52-840 (permanent watering schedule), and zoning changes at 3207 E Douglas, 2020 E 1st St N, and 720 N Westlin
• Acquisition of easements from 14801 West Kellogg for a water line project and partial acquisition at 13602 West Ponderosa Court for 135th Street improvements
• Sale of surplus properties: 149 South Washington, 5224 South Hydraulic, 2319 South Saint Clair, and 2410 West Haskell
• Design agreements for Brookfield South Addition Phases 6 & 7, Cottonwood Creek Estates Phase 2, and Wichita Drainage Canal Bridge replacement at 15th Street North
• Kansas Health Foundation grant to develop a comprehensive blueprint for a culture of health within the fire department

The council voted to approve the minutes of the November 6 regular meeting and the special meetings on November 10 and 17, 2025. Lily Wu moved the approval and the motion carried 7‑0. No other substantive actions were decided during this session.

• Approved minutes of Nov 6 regular meeting and Nov 10 & 17 special meetings (7-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The Wichita City Council will meet in a special session on November 24, 2025. During the executive session the council will receive information from the Selection Committee. No other agenda items are listed.

• Executive Session – Receive information from the Selection Committee

City Council Special Meeting

This special meeting is solely for conducting interviews of city manager candidates in executive session. No public votes or other business are on the agenda.

• Executive session to interview city manager candidates

City Council

The Wichita City Council is holding a special meeting to receive information from the City Manager Selection Committee and a recruitment consultant about candidates for the city manager position. The discussion will occur in executive session, with no public votes or decisions scheduled on the agenda.

• Executive session to receive information about city manager candidates from the selection committee and recruitment consultant

City Council Evening Meeting

The Wichita City Council will consider multiple items including a public hearing on Industrial Revenue Bonds for Lange Gen Y, quarterly financial reports, funding for 2026 facilities and sidewalk maintenance, a Phase 2 agreement for the Four Mile Creek digester expansion, and a new lodging establishment license ordinance. The council will also vote on several zone changes, including a conditional use for a car wash and three planned unit developments.

• Public hearing and vote on letter of intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for Lange Gen Y (District IV)
• Phase 2 amendment and revised budget for Four Mile Creek Digester Expansion (District II)
• Creation of Chapter 3.23 of the City Code regarding Lodging Establishment License
• Conditional use to permit car wash within 200 feet of residential zoning on North Rock Road (District II)
• Zone change for Proctor Family Indoor Athletic Facility (PUD #147) at 11010 East 28th Street North (District II)

The council approved the minutes of the October 21 and October 28, 2025 regular meetings. The motion was moved by Councilmember Lily Wu and carried with a 7‑to‑0 vote. No other actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of Oct 21 & Oct 28, 2025 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The Wichita City Council will consider several new council business items, including funding for police equipment and heavy equipment vehicles, and resolutions for industrial and health care revenue bonds. The council will also place a series of proposed ordinances on first reading, covering property maintenance code adoption, rental registration, and nondiscrimination amendments. Additional items include a public hearing on revenue bonds for Ascension Health Alliance and approval of contracts for municipal court evaluation services.

• Approve initiation of funds for police equipment (Resolution No. 25-457)
• Approve initiation of funds for police heavy equipment vehicles (Resolution No. 25-458)
• Public hearing and adoption of letters of intent for industrial revenue bonds (Lange Gen Y, LLC) and health care facilities revenue bonds (Larksfield Place Retirement Communities, Inc.)
• Place multiple ordinances on first reading, including adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code and rental registration requirements
• Approve contract for Municipal Court Competency Evaluation Services

City Council

The City Council will vote on several zoning changes, including a request for an indoor athletic facility and a vehicle repair business. The body will also discuss capital improvement projects, public art maintenance, and a contract renewal with Visit Wichita.

• Zone change request for Proctor Family Indoor Athletic Facility at 11010 East 28th Street North
• Zone change request for vehicle repair at South Hillside Avenue, south of East Pawnee Avenue
• Design funding for capital improvement projects on 13th Street North, Pawnee, and Mosley Bridge
• 2026 contract renewal with Visit Wichita
• Water line expansion improvements for St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church Addition

Council members voted to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on October 7, 2025. Lily Wu moved the approval and the motion carried unanimously, 7‑0. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded in this session.

• Approved minutes of Oct 7, 2025 meeting (7‑0)

City Council

The council will consider several contract approvals, a loan extension for the Starlite Drive‑In, and funding agreements for bridge inspections and police equipment. It will also vote on the second five‑year tax exemption for Air Capital Flight Line, LLC, and adopt updated City Council Policy #9. Additionally, the Wichita Housing Authority will approve the 2026 payment standards for the Housing Choice Voucher program and certify its annual agency plan and capital fund action plan.

• Approve contract amendment for Starlite Drive‑In loan extension (District III)
• Approve agreement, budgets, and design‑build delivery for biennial bridge inspections, rehabilitation and repair
• Approve second five‑year 100% ad valorem tax exemption for Air Capital Flight Line, LLC (District III)
• Approve police protective equipment project budget and bonding resolution
• Approve 2026 payment standard schedule for the Housing Choice Voucher program

The council voted to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on September 23, 2025. Lily Wu moved the approval and the motion carried with a 7‑to‑0 vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the session.

• Approved minutes of September 23, 2025 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering several second-reading ordinances including zoning changes for multiple properties and updates to the airport hazard zoning code. The body will also review contracts for engineering services and public improvement petitions.

• Zoning changes for 109 South Exposition, 440 North Harding Street, 13610 West Maple Street, Central and Ridge, and 50th Street South and Seneca
• Ordinance to amend the Unified Zoning Code regarding Day Care
• Authorization of revenue bonds for Market Centre Apartments, LP
• Approval of contracts for seven civil engineering firms for on-call small projects
• Sale of 1647 North Estelle Avenue

The council approved the minutes of the September 16, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It then approved Consent Agenda items 1 through 11 by a 7‑0 vote. No other motions were voted on during the session.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑11 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a letter of intent to issue multi-family housing revenue bonds for Enclave West, LLC. The agenda also includes a vote on a $630,000 HOME program funding allocation for housing rehabilitation, an airport hazard zoning code update, and approval of 30% design concepts for three public art projects. Consent agenda items include numerous contracts, agreements, and license approvals.

• Public hearing on letter of intent for multi-family housing revenue bonds (Enclave West, LLC)
• $630,000 HOME program funding allocation for Mennonite Housing Rehabilitation Services
• Airport hazard zoning code update (DER2025-00019)
• 30% design concept approval for public art on Arkansas Riverfront West Bank
• False alarm registration and management services contract with PM AM Corporation

The council unanimously approved the minutes of the September 9, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved consent agenda items 1 through 22, except for item #10. No vote was taken on the sidewalk width discussion or the Zoom attendance guidance.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑22 except #10 (6-0)

City Council

The Wichita City Council will meet to consider zoning changes, sewer improvements for the Swaney Farm Addition, and park signage funding. The agenda includes approval of contracts and agreements with Sedgwick County and developers, as well as public hearings on proposed ordinances regarding noise and illegal dumping.

• Zoning change for land south of West 2nd Street North
• Sewer improvements for Swaney Farm Addition, Phase 1
• Funding for 2025 park signage
• Ordinance regarding illegal dumping
• Sale of 6901 West Fraizer (District V)

The council voted 7-0 to approve the minutes of the September 2, 2025 meeting. They also voted 7-0 to approve Consent Agenda items 1 through 16. No other motions were decided during this session.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑16 (7-0)

City Council

The Wichita City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution of intent for Industrial Revenue Bonds for Market Centre Apartments. Other non-consent items include a zone change from MF-29 to LC for vehicle repair and a conditional use for an accessory apartment. The consent agenda includes a second five-year tax exemption for Textron Aviation, a $270,000 HOME program loan for housing rehabilitation, and multiple resolutions for 2026 water and sewer main improvements.

• Public hearing and resolution of intent for Industrial Revenue Bonds for Market Centre Apartments (District VI)
• Zone change request from MF-29 to LC for vehicle repair at South Hillside Avenue near East Pawnee (District III)
• Conditional use for an accessory apartment at 2377 North Richmond Avenue (District VI)
• HOME Program funding allocation of $270,000 to Mennonite Housing Rehabilitation Services (District VI)
• Second five-year 100% ad valorem tax exemption for Textron Aviation (Districts II, III, IV)

The council voted to approve the minutes of the regular meetings held on August 19 and August 26, 2025. Lily Wu moved the approval and the motion carried 7‑to‑0. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the session consisted of discussion on CID transparency and related issues.

• Approved minutes of August 19 and August 26, 2025 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2026 Proposed Budget and the 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Program. The body will also decide on resolutions to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the City of Wichita and the Self Supported Municipal Improvement District.

• Adoption of the 2026 Proposed Budget and 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Program
• Water, storm water, sanitary sewer, and paving improvements for Young 2nd Addition
• Issuance of Industrial Revenue Bonds for the AC Hotel and Midcontinent Instrument projects
• Annexation of land south of 29th Street North and west of 159th Street East
• Establishment of the Hotel Indigo Community Improvement District with a 2.0% CID sales tax

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 operating budget and 2026-2035 capital improvement program. Several requests for industrial revenue bonds and a development agreement for a full-service hotel at 229 East William are also scheduled for public hearings and potential action. Other items include ordinances for permanent watering restrictions, creation of a common consumption area for alcohol, and renaming Lincoln Park to Kansas Fallen Firefighters Memorial Park.

• Public hearing on 2026 Annual Operating Budget and 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Program
• Public hearings and requests for industrial revenue bonds for WUG Radiation (Advanced Cancer Therapies), The Douglas Apartments, and a full-service hotel at 229 East William
• Development agreement, community improvement district, and redevelopment plan for a hotel at 229 East William
• Ordinance on first reading for permanent watering restrictions
• Renaming Lincoln Park to Kansas Fallen Firefighters Memorial Park

The council considered a motion to approve the minutes of the August 7, 2025 meeting. The motion failed with a 0‑to‑0 vote, so the minutes were not approved. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.

• Motion to approve August 7, 2025 minutes failed (0-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a Development Agreement with Union Development Holdings, LLC and issuance of Multifamily Residential Revenue Bonds. The meeting also includes several zoning changes, approval of the 2025 trail/path/sidewalk repairs, quarterly financial reports, updates to the Affordable Housing Fund Program Plan, and a consent agenda with 31 items covering licenses, contracts, and property acquisitions.

• Public hearing on Development Agreement with Union Development Holdings, LLC and Multifamily Residential Revenue Bonds (District I)
• Zone change request from SF-5 to TF-3 at 1202 N Gow Avenue to allow duplexes (ZON2025-00028/CON2025-00080)
• Zone change request from LI Limited Industrial to GC General Commercial at 428 S Laura and 427 S Pattie Avenue (ZON2025-00026)
• Approval of 2025 Trail, Path, and Sidewalk Repairs including Pawnee Prairie Park
• Quarterly Financial Reports for period ending June 30, 2025

City Council Evening Meeting

The City Council will receive public comment on the 2026 Proposed Annual Operating Budget and the 2026-2035 Proposed Capital Improvement Program, with a first reading of implementing ordinances and second reading set for August 26, 2025. The council will also consider a contract with CPS HR Consulting for executive search services for a new City Manager. Several public improvement petitions and consent agenda items are scheduled for approval, including contracts for water, sewer, and paving work in Turkey Creek and Schulte Johnson additions.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinances for 2026 annual operating budget and 2026-2035 capital improvement program
• Contract with CPS HR Consulting for City Manager executive search services
• Purchase agreement for Osage Park Improvements (District IV)
• Zone change request to create Falcon Crest PUD at northwest corner of West Burton Avenue and South Meridian Avenue (District IV)
• Annexation request by Kick N Development Corporation for land south of West 21st Street North and east of North 151st Street West (District V)

City Council

The City Council will consider the general tax levy for 2026 and ad valorem taxes for multiple redevelopment districts. The body is also reviewing zoning changes, property acquisitions on West Douglas, and infrastructure improvements for Swaney Farm and Turkey Creek additions.

• Ordinance No. 52-767: General tax levy for the City of Wichita for 2026
• Zoning changes at 401 South All Hallows Avenue and 3825 South Seneca
• Temporary construction easement acquisitions at 2111 and 2112 West Douglas
• Water and sewer improvement resolutions for Swaney Farm and Turkey Creek 4th additions
• Annexation request at the northeast corner of Macarthur Road and K-42

City Council

The council will consider the 2026 operating budget and capital improvement program, establishing a maximum tax levy of $175,601,326 for the City of Wichita and $1,396,024 for the Self‑Supporting Municipal Improvement District. It will hold a public hearing and adopt a resolution for Wichita Maple LLC’s letter of intent to issue industrial revenue bonds (District IV) and consider a petition to create a Community Improvement District and redevelopment plan for a full‑service hotel at 229 East William (District I). Additional actions include adopting a resolution authorizing the City Manager to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and approving an insurance brokerage contract with IMA Financial Group.

• Adopt 2026 operating budget and set max city tax levy $175,601,326 (32.316 mills) and SSMID levy $1,396,024 (10 mills).
• Approve public hearing and resolution for Wichita Maple LLC’s letter of intent to issue industrial revenue bonds (District IV).
• Accept petition and set hearings for a Community Improvement District and redevelopment plan for a hotel at 229 East William (District I).
• Approve resolution authorizing the City Manager to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements.
• Approve contract with IMA Financial Group for insurance brokerage services.

The City Council voted to approve the minutes from the July 8, 2025 regular meeting. No other motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during the session.

• Approved minutes of July 8, 2025 meeting (6‑0)

City Council

The Wichita City Council will consider approving contracts for water works startup support and a pool house preservation plan, along with second-reading ordinances for zoning changes at several locations and a $195,000 settlement for a civil claim.

• Contract Amendment No. 1 for Wichita Water Works Startup and Commissioning Support
• Supplemental Design Agreement No. 1 for Preservation Plan of the Charles F. McAfee Pool House
• Ordinance No. 52-756 changing zoning at 2104 West 45th Street South
• Ordinance No. 52-757 changing zoning at the northeast side of Lincoln Street and Greenwich Road
• Authorize payment of $195,000 as full settlement of a civil litigation claim

City Council

The Wichita City Council will consider approving contracts for promotional items and paving improvements, as well as four zone change requests for commercial and residential developments. The meeting also includes the approval of a $35,000 settlement and the selection of a panel to hear a license suspension appeal.

• Approve contracts for promotional items with 4imprint, Lasing Impressions, Exhibit Arts, and QuikPrint
• Approve paving improvements for Airport Industrial Park Addition
• Approve $35,000 settlement for civil litigation claim
• Approve zone changes for Southwest Boys Club PUD and Cedar View Village PUD
• Select three Council Members to hear appeal of tobacco license suspension

Wichita Citizen's Review Board

The Wichita Citizen's Review Board will receive a strategic plan presentation, hear public comments, review and vote on PSB cases, discuss a drone policy, receive subcommittee updates, and elect a Secretary, Chair, and Vice-Chair for the coming year. The board will also go into executive session to discuss two cases (24PSB5249 and 25PSB0298) and provide feedback.

• Strategic Plan Presentation – receive and file
• PSB Case Reviews – board vote on cases with majority approval
• Policy 802 – Drone Policy discussion and feedback
• Board Officer Votes for Secretary, Chair, and Vice-Chair (effective July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026)
• Executive session for cases 24PSB5249 and 25PSB0298

City Council

The City Council will consider several public improvement petitions and budgets for water, sewer, and paving. The body is also reviewing travel expenses for Council Member Tuttle and a $16,378 gift for Mayor Wu to attend a leadership initiative.

• Public improvement resolutions for Clear Creek 3rd & 4th and Cottonwood Creek Estates Phase 2 and 3
• Approval of a $16,378 gift for Mayor Wu to attend the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative
• Sale of 1642 North Lorraine Avenue
• Ordinances regarding passing stationary vehicles and possessing motor vehicles without permission
• Contract for Industrial Pretreatment Wastewater Sampling with iSi Environment

The City Council approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting and the consent agenda items 1 through 16, except items 10, 12 and 13. Council members voted 7‑0 to approve a grant application for up to $500,000 over 36 months to fund school‑safety technology, with a city match of $42,000 per year. The council also approved the housing disposition update (consent item 12) with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of June 17, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑16 except 10,12,13 (7-0)
• Approved FY25 Cop School Violence Prevention grant application up to $500,000 (city match $42,000 annually) (7-0)
• Approved housing disposition status update (consent item 12) (7-0)

City Council

The Wichita City Council will meet on June 17, 2025, to consider a consent agenda including licenses, preliminary estimates, contracts, and several second-reading ordinances. Notable second-reading items include establishing the SoCe Corner Community Improvement District (with a 2% CID sales tax) at Broadway and Lincoln, authorizing Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Bulk Conveyors Project, and amending the open public records ordinance. Under new business, the Council will discuss first readings of two ordinances: one amending sections on unauthorized motor vehicle operation and another requiring motorists to move over for vehicles with hazard or caution lights activated. Public speakers are scheduled on topics including rocket science and three-wheelers.

• Second reading of ordinance establishing SoCe Corner Community Improvement District with 2% CID sales tax at Broadway and Lincoln
• Second reading of ordinance authorizing Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds, Series I, 2025 for Bulk Conveyors Project manufacturing facility
• First reading of ordinance creating Section 11.38.215 requiring motorists to move over for vehicles with hazard or caution lights activated
• Property acquisitions for road improvement projects: partial acquisition of 2501 North Hoover (Hoover Road: 21st to 29th Street) and 1346 and 1340 South 143rd Street East (143rd Street East from Kellogg to Harry Street)
• Consent agenda includes numerous resolutions for water, storm water, sanitary sewer, and paving phases for Courtyards at Jacobs Farm Second Addition

City Council

The Wichita City Council will consider authorizing revenue bonds for airport improvements and approve a $10 million allocation for permanent supportive housing. The meeting also includes public hearings on a community improvement district and zoning changes.

• Public Hearing: Community Improvement District for SoCe Corner
• Public Hearing: Airport Special Facility Revenue Bonds (Clemens Aviation)
• Public Hearing: Airport Special Facility Revenue Bonds (Garver, LLC)
• Approve $10M for permanent supportive housing at 1025 N. Main Street
• Approve 2025 Arterial Sidewalk Program

City Council Evening Meeting

The council will consider its consent agenda items, approve several contracts and a supplemental design agreement, and adopt second‑reading ordinances. It will also receive and file property maintenance codes and licensing applications. Planning items on the agenda include a zone change request for a duplex development and two vacation orders for utility easements and setbacks. Airport and airport‑related agreements will be approved as well.

• ZON2025-00009 – change from SF-5 Single‑Family to TF-3 Two‑Family district for a duplex near West Maple Street
• VAC2025-00010 – vacate a portion of a platted utility easement near South George Washington Boulevard and East Pawnee Avenue
• VAC2025-00011 – vacate a portion of a platted setback near West 47th Street South and South Seneca Street
• Supplemental Design Agreement No. 2 for improvements to 37th Street North, from Hydraulic to Hillside (District I)
• Smarte Carte, Inc. license agreement for Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport

City Council Workshop

The Wichita City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a budget update and sales tax. No formal votes are expected; the item is listed for discussion only.

• Budget update and sales tax discussion

City Council

The Wichita City Council will consider a petition for public improvements for the Buffalo Pines Addition, including Phase 1 paving and collector paving drainage improvements. A large consent agenda includes approval of a $70,000 settlement claim, $160,325 for public housing insurance, multiple developer agreements, and travel expenses for council members to attend conferences in Dallas and Detroit. The Board of Bids and Contracts item is cancelled.

• Revised petitions and budgets for Buffalo Pines Addition paving improvements (Phase 1 and Collector) – District IV
• Settlement of claim for $70,000 – adopt bonding resolution
• Expenditure of $160,325 for 2025 Public Housing Insurance with HARRG
• Agreement with Evergy to relocate electrical line for 135th Street West from Central Avenue to 13th Street North – District V
• Developer’s Agreement for Betzen Addition – District II

Wichita Citizen's Review Board

The Wichita Citizen's Review Board will review and vote on police case recommendations from subcommittees, and hold an executive session to provide feedback on discipline for six specified cases. The board will also discuss two policies: Policy 514 on arrest and detention of foreign nationals, and Policy 804 on license plate readers. Public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker during the public agenda portion.

• PSB Case Review: board vote on subcommittee recommendations for multiple cases
• Executive session for continuing case review of six cases: 20PSB-4821, 22PSB-3759, 23PSB-5605, 23PSB-5774, 23PSB-5775, 23PSB-6557
• Review and discuss Policy 514 – Arrest and Detention of Foreign Nationals
• Review and discuss Policy 804 – License Plate Reader
• Public comments allowed (5-minute limit per speaker)

City Council

The Wichita City Council will meet to consider a consent agenda of routine items and several new business items. Key actions include approving funding for multiple water treatment plant improvements, a drone first responder program, and an amendment to fireworks regulations. The council will also hear public comments from students on the future of Wichita.

• Approval of resolutions for water treatment plant improvements (Cheney Pumps, Hess Drain Line, etc.)
• Establishment of a drone first responder program
• Amendment to fireworks ordinance (Section 15.01.590)
• Amended operations agreement with The Car Park
• Petitions for public improvements for Gossard's, Greenwich Legacy, and Reber additions

City Council

The City Council will consider allocating $1.8 million in Affordable Housing Fund money to four organizations for the sale of 47 single-family homes. Other business includes approving employer retirement fund contribution rates, a conditional use request for an accessory apartment, and several zone changes. The agenda also features petitions for public improvements in the Betzen and Pegasus additions, a public hearing on industrial revenue bonds for WAM 4200, LLC, and contracts for golf course beverage services and ice center management. Several items are consent agenda items to be approved in one motion without separate discussion.

• Allocate $1,806,051 in Affordable Housing Fund for 47 single-family homes to Hope CDC ($520,000), Large Enterprise ($560,000), Sampayo Capital Group ($240,000), and Wichita Habitat for Humanity ($486,051)
• Approve 2026 employer retirement fund contribution rates based on actuarial valuations for Wichita Employees' Retirement and Police and Fire Retirement Systems
• Public hearing and approval of letter of intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for WAM 4200, LLC at 4200 W Harry (District IV)
• Zone change request from LI Limited Industrial to MF-18 Multi-Family Residential on North Greenwich Road near 37th Street North (withdrawn by applicant)
• Funding and public art for 2025 O.J. Watson Park Improvements (District III)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving $1,806,051 from the Affordable Housing Fund for four organizations to build or sell 47 single-family homes. Other business includes setting 2026 employer retirement contribution rates, authorizing industrial revenue bonds for a WAM 4200 LLC project, and approving a public hearing for a Community Improvement District at SoCe Corner. The consent agenda covers 21 routine items including contracts and resolutions.

• Expend $1,806,051 from Affordable Housing Fund for Hope CDC ($520,000), Large Enterprise ($560,000), Sampayo Capital Group ($240,000), and Wichita Habitat for Humanity ($486,051)
• Close public hearing and authorize Letter of Intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for WAM 4200, LLC at 4200 W Harry
• Approve 2026 employer contribution rates for Wichita Employees' Retirement and Police and Fire Retirement Systems based on December 31, 2024 actuarial valuations
• Adopt ordinance endorsing 2024 MAPD fee increase for planning applications
• Set public hearing for creation of a Community Improvement District at SoCe Corner (District III)

City Council

The council will close a public hearing on proposed special assessments for 25 paving, 26 water, 21 sewer, and 13 storm sewer projects included in the September 2025 bond sale. It will also hold a public hearing on a letter of intent to issue multifamily residential revenue bonds for 721 W Maple, and defer a request for industrial revenue bonds at 4200 W Harry to May 13. A consent agenda of 37 routine items is scheduled for approval.

• Public hearing and request by 721 W Maple, LLC for letter of intent to issue Multifamily Residential Revenue Bonds (District IV)
• Deferral of public hearing for WAM 4200, LLC on Industrial Revenue Bonds for 4200 W Harry to May 13, 2025
• Public hearing on proposed assessments for 85 paving, water, sewer, and storm sewer projects in September 2025 Bond Sale Series 836 (all districts)
• Petitions for public improvements for Abilene Place, Pierpoint Acres 2nd, Oak Tree, and Bridger at Central additions (multiple resolutions)
• Board of Bids and Contracts report for May 5, 2025

City/County En Banc Meeting

The Wichita County City/County En Banc meeting will address the strategic plan for opioid settlement funds and a shared services proposal involving cultural, arts, and recreation departments.

• Opioid Settlement Fund Strategic Plan presentation
• Blue Ribbon Committee Shared Services proposal
• Parks and Cultural Arts presentation

Wichita Citizen's Review Board

The Wichita Citizen's Review Board will consider approving minutes, receive a report from WPD Captain Cooley on report disclosures, and discuss case reviews. The board will vote on individual cases from a subcommittee and hold an executive session to review six specific PSB cases for discipline feedback.

• Discussion with WPD Captain Cooley on report disclosures from police to the board
• Board vote on cases from subcommittee recommendations
• Executive session review of cases: 20PSB-4821, 22PSB-3759, 23PSB-5605, 23PSB-5774, 23PSB-5775, 23PSB-6557
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker for agenda items

City Council Workshop

The City Council Workshop will discuss an update on the budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) process. No voting or decisions are scheduled; this is an informational session only.

• Budget and CIP process update

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a letter of intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for Lange Gen Y, LLC in District IV. The council will also vote on approving a request for proposals to guide the recruitment and selection of a new city manager. A consent agenda bundles over a dozen items including design-build agreements, property acquisitions, lease approvals, and second-reading ordinances on annexation and rezoning.

• Public hearing and letter of intent for Industrial Revenue Bonds for Lange Gen Y, LLC at 4729 S Palisade
• Approval of RFP for consultant to guide City Manager recruitment and selection process
• Design-build agreement for Four Mile Creek Digester Expansion in District II
• Lease of city-owned parking spaces at 3rd and Main to General Services Administration
• Second reading of ordinances annexing land south of 29th St N & east of 127th St E and rezoning at 623 West Douglas Avenue

City Council

The Wichita City Council will hold public hearings and consider approving Letters of Intent to issue Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Commonwealth Development Corporation and Industrial Revenue Bonds for Lange Gen Y, LLC. The council will also vote on a memorandum of understanding with Wichita Festivals, Inc. for a $40,000 cash sponsorship and in-kind services for the 2025 River Festival. Other business includes a design concept for Harry Street improvements, a conditional use permit amendment for warehouse/self-storage use near North Ridge Road, and a consent agenda with property sales and contracts.

• Public hearing for Commonwealth Development Corp. multifamily housing revenue bonds at 5136 S Broadway
• Public hearing for Lange Gen Y, LLC industrial revenue bonds at 4729 S Palisade
• $40,000 cash sponsorship and in-kind services for 2025 Wichita River Festival
• Design concept and funding for Harry Street from 127th St E to 143rd St E
• CUP amendment to permit warehouse and self-storage use near North Ridge Road and W 37th St N

City Council

The Wichita City Council will vote on bonding resolutions to fund new fire apparatus, equipment, radios, and self‑contained breathing apparatus. The council will also approve a 2026 Kansas Department of Corrections grant application, a neighborhood improvement budget, and a design contract for fire station replacements. Additional items include a local match funding agreement with the Kansas Health Foundation and a public hearing on an industrial revenue bond request.

• Fire Apparatus Replacement – bonding resolution
• Fire Equipment Replacement – bonding resolution
• Fire Radio Replacement – bonding resolution
• Firefighter Self‑Contained Breathing Apparatus – bonding resolution
• 2026 Kansas Department of Corrections Grant Application – approval

City Council

The City Council will consider purchasing 12 Public Housing Authority properties using $575,000 in CDBG funds and $900,000 for renovations. Other items include an appeal of a demolition permit for two properties on N Park Place, a dangerous structure hearing, police property acquisition with bonding, and initiation of historic nomination for Crown Uptown Theatre. A consent agenda covers licenses, agreements, and property acquisitions for various projects.

• Purchase of 12 Public Housing Authority properties (District I) – $575,000 CDBG acquisition + $900,000 renovation
• Appeal of demolition permit denial for 1416 and 1418 N Park Place (District VI)
• Repair or removal of dangerous structure at 1416 N Park Place (District VI)
• Police Department property acquisition at 332 N. Riverview with bonding resolution
• Initiation of nomination of Crown Uptown Theatre to Wichita Register of Historic Places (District I)

Council member Lily Wu moved to approve the minutes of the regular meetings on March 18, 2025 and March 25, 2025. The motion carried with a vote of 7‑0. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments on food‑truck licensing and event permitting.

• Approved minutes of March 18 and March 25, 2025 (7-0)

City Council Workshop

The Wichita County City Council will hold a workshop to discuss two topics: implementation of supplemental concrete funding for dirt streets, and strategies for drought response and water supply resiliency. No formal votes are expected as this is a workshop session.

• Discussion of Dirt Streets and Supplemental Concrete Funding Implementation
• Discussion of Drought Response and Water Supply Resiliency

City Council

The City Council will vote on several ordinances, including the operation of golf carts on certain streets and the creation of municipal identification cards. The body will also review multiple asset seizure fund budgets and approve various property sales and infrastructure estimates.

• Ordinance No. 52-633 regarding the operation of golf carts on certain city streets
• Ordinance No. 52-634 creating Municipal Identification Cards
• Adoption of 2025 budgets for several asset seizure funds, including Federal Narcotic and IRS funds
• Sale of housing authority properties at 1329 N. Spruce, 1927 E. McFarland, 2116 S. Osage, 2350 S. Walnut, 2511 N. Chautauqua, 1947 N. Chautauqua, and 2640 N. Gentry
• Acquisition of a temporary easement at 479 South Bleckley Drive for drainage improvements

The council voted 7‑0 to approve Consent Agenda Items 1 through 27, except items 4a, 4c, and 7. A separate motion to approve Consent Agenda Item 4a was also carried 7‑0. No other motions were voted on; the discussion on park rental fees and the farmers market contract did not result in a decision.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1‑27 (except 4a, 4c, 7) (7‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Item 4a (7‑0)

City Council

The Wichita City Council will consider several items, including converting the Main Water Treatment Plant to emergency use, which requires a two-thirds majority vote. Also up for discussion are ordinances on golf cart operation and a municipal ID program, as well as funding for the 2025 Sidewalk Maintenance Program. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts and agreements, such as a wholesale water service agreement with Park City and grant awards for internet crimes against children.

• Ordinance creating Chapter 11.51 on operation of golf carts
• Ordinance authorizing Air Capital Municipal ID cards
• Main Water Treatment Plant conversion to emergency use (District VI) requiring two-thirds vote
• Funding and resolution for 2025 Sidewalk Maintenance Program
• Business Services Agreement with Create Campaign, Inc.

City Council

The council will vote on submitting a HUD application to remove 137 single-family homes and seven non-housing properties from the public housing portfolio. Other major decisions include restoring a 1.5% utility late fee, approving a financial advisory services contract, and setting a public hearing for a Community Improvement District in Old Town. Two conditional use requests for a short-term rental and a major utility in single-family residential zones are also on the agenda.

• Section 18 disposition application for 137 public housing homes (Group 3C)
• Restoration of 1.5% utility late fee (Ordinance 52-632)
• Sidewalk repair assessment for 1314 North Oliver Avenue (Ordinance 52-629)
• Conditional use request for short-term rental at 227 North Battin Avenue
• Setting public hearing for Old Town Community Improvement District

City Council Workshop

This is a workshop meeting, not a voting session. The council will discuss allowing golf carts on public streets, review completed 2024-25 budget projects, and hear budget projections for 2026-27. An update on the ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds is also scheduled.

• Discussion of ordinance to allow golf carts on public streets
• Review of completed 2024-25 budget project summaries
• Budget projections for 2026 and 2027
• ARPA fund update

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda of 26 items, including second readings of ordinances for a zoning change at 117 North Chautauqua, a sidewalk repair assessment program, and a special assessment for Pike Addition. Other consent items include agreements for West Street improvements, community events with alcohol consumption, and preliminary estimates for sewer, water, and drainage improvements for new subdivisions. The meeting will also receive and file a Board of Bids and Contracts report and approve petitions for public improvements.

• Second reading of Ordinance 52-627 rezoning 117 North Chautauqua
• West Street improvements from Pawnee to Harry (District IV) – agreements and revised budget
• Sidewalk Repair Assessment Program – first reading of Ordinance 52-629
• Community events with alcohol: Tacos and Tequila (District I) and Final Fridays (District I) – street closures and resolutions
• Preliminary estimates for sewer, drainage, and water improvements to serve South Seneca Estates Addition and The Kings Coast Addition

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2025 Water Conservation Rebate Program and various cultural and security improvements. The body is also reviewing quarterly financial reports for the period ending December 31, 2024, and several travel authorizations for council members.

• 2025 Water Conservation Rebate Program approval and budget adjustments
• Security improvements for Botanica, the Wichita Gardens
• Cultural Arts Facility Improvements for Hyatt Promenade
• Lease agreement for Clapp Park Clubhouse with Duck's Flying Discs
• Partial acquisitions of 2402 and 2422 North Hoover for road improvements

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation on the strategic plan for utilizing opioid settlement funds. Materials include a Steadman report and PowerPoint. No other business is listed.

• Presentation of Strategic Plan for Utilization of Opioid Settlement Funds (Steadman Report.pdf, Steadman PPT.pdf)

City Council

The council will vote on a range of items including a $250,000 settlement payment, several contract approvals, and multiple development and zoning proposals. Specific approvals include the Lexipol police policy contract, an Axon real‑time information system contract, and the airport streets and parking‑lot rehabilitation project budget. The council will also consider CUP amendments for an entertainment establishment at 6100 East Central Avenue and a zone change to MF‑18 on North Greenwich Road.

• Authorize payment of $250,000 to settle all claims
• Approve Police Policy Management Lexipol contract
• Approve Real‑Time Information Center contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Approve budget and contract for streets and parking‑lot rehabilitation at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport
• Adopt CUP amendment for an entertainment establishment at 6100 East Central Avenue

City Council

The City Council will vote on a zoning amendment to the Crown Uptown Theater Planned Unit Development to allow the Fire Marshal to set occupancy limits. New business includes funding for the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Rehabilitation and a loan amendment for Starlite Drive-In. The consent agenda covers property acquisitions, a change order for the Carl G. Brewer Community Center, and several plat approvals. One new business item (Botanica Security Improvements) was pulled by the City Manager.

• Amend Crown Uptown Theater PUD (3207 E Douglas Ave) to allow Fire Marshal occupancy limits
• Approve funding for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Rehabilitation
• Approve loan amendment for Starlite Drive-In (District III)
• Approve partial acquisition of 2363 N Hoover for Hoover Road improvements
• Adopt ordinance for abatement of dangerous and unsafe structures

City/County En Banc Meeting

The Wichita County City/County En Banc Meeting will discuss affordable housing, the Jensen Hughes implementation plan, and future topics for en banc meetings. No decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion and information.

• Discussion of 'Escaping the Housing Trap' affordable housing presentation
• Review of Jensen Hughes implementation plan
• Consideration of future en banc meeting topics

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the 2024 Community Survey results and a proposal for integrating strategy, budget, performance, and data into a new budget framework. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; this is a planning and discussion session. Residents may learn about community priorities and the city's budgeting approach.

• Discussion of 2024 Community Survey results
• Proposal: 'Integrating Strategy, Budget, Performance, and Data – Creating a Budget Framework'

City Council

The City Council will review multiple petitions for public improvements and two land annexation ordinances. The body is also deciding on several contracts, including an MOU with the Service Employees International Union and a water quality monitoring agreement.

• Annexation of land at SE corner of S 155th St West and W U.S. 54/400 and NE corner of N Greenwich Rd and E 29th St N
• Ordinance to reallocate Hyatt sale proceeds for environmental testing and transit service plan implementation
• Approval of public improvement petitions for Castaways North, Rennick 4th, and Yellowstone additions
• Acquisition of temporary easement at 3506 East Mt. Vernon Road and partial acquisition of 2365 North Hoover
• Approval of a 2024 DEA High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force grant award addendum

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of funding for several water‑utility infrastructure improvement projects across the city. It will also vote on a vendor contract for irrigation at the Sim Golf Course, a first amendment to the Ballpark Facility Use and Maintenance Agreement, and an ordinance reallocating proceeds from the Hyatt property sale. Additional items include initiating annexation of land at the northeast corner of West MacArthur Road and Highway K‑42, and accepting a $367,525 Federal Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program grant.

• Approve funding and resolutions for multiple water utility infrastructure improvement projects (Resolutions 25‑024 through 25‑030)
• Approve vendor selection and contract for Sim Golf Course irrigation (contract 240246)
• Approve first amendment to the Ballpark Facility Use and Maintenance Agreement
• Approve ordinance reallocating Hyatt sale proceeds for environmental testing and transit service plan (Ordinance 52‑620)
• Initiate annexation of land at the northeast corner of West MacArthur Road and Highway K‑42 (Resolution 25‑031)

City Council

The City Council will decide on several zone changes, including a planned unit development for a mixed-use project at 4801 East Central Avenue. Also up for discussion are a new ordinance regulating golf carts and endorsement of the 2024 Wichita Bicycle Plan. Consent items cover contracts, property acquisitions, and routine approvals.

• PUD2024-00018: Zone change to PUD for mixed-use at 4801 E Central Ave
• CON2024-00242: Conditional use for daycare up to 100 children at 4640 E 15th St N
• PUD2024-00024: Zone change to PUD for entertainment venue at 2157 N Market St
• ZON2024-00052: Zone change to MF-18 for residential at 317 N Doris St
• Ordinance creating Chapter 11.51 on operation of golf carts

City Council

The City Council will hear an appeal of a Historic Preservation Board decision denying a demolition permit for 632 N Topeka, and consider several consent items including a $300,000 settlement claim and land bank sales. Other business includes approving the 2025 legislative agenda, library contracts, housing program funding, and traffic signal improvements.

• Appeal of Historic Preservation Board decision HPC2024-00103 for demolition permit at 632 N Topeka (District VI)
• Settlement of claim authorizing payment of $300,000 (Moss settlement)
• Sale of two Land Bank properties at 2046 E. 9th St North and 1011 N. Ash to Wichita Habitat for Humanity
• Funding agreement renewal with Sedgwick County for Housing First Program
• Contract with Unique Management Services for Wichita Public Library managed call center