Hays public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Hays Area Planning Commission will consider approving the September 18, 2023 meeting minutes and discuss a draft Future Land Use Map for the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ), which was reduced by about 60% in 2021. No public hearings are scheduled. The ETJ map discussion is for input only, with a future vote planned.

• Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of draft Future Land Use Map for ETJ (no action)
• Grow Hays update
• Project updates and commissioner comments

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider several items, including a $33,319.21 pool reimbursement to the Hays Recreation Commission, a resolution to abate nuisances and inoperable vehicles at two properties, an ordinance authorizing industrial revenue bonds for Grow Hays, a resolution redefining city boundaries, a resolution supporting Medicaid expansion, and an ordinance amending commissioner compensation. The agenda also includes a child care task force update and routine consent items.

• Approve $33,319.21 pool reimbursement to Hays Recreation Commission
• Abate nuisances and inoperable vehicles at 3312 Lincoln Drive and 2507 General Hancock Road
• Authorize Industrial Revenue Bonds (Grow Hays, Inc.) via Ordinance No. 4043
• Approve Resolution No. 2023-026 redefining city boundaries
• Approve Resolution No. 2023-027 supporting Medicaid expansion

City Commission

The City Commission will meet for a work session to discuss several municipal items. Topics include a reimbursement request from the Hays Recreation Commission, property abatement resolutions, and an ordinance regarding industrial revenue bonds.

• Hays Recreation Commission pool loss reimbursement of $33,319.21
• Abatement resolution for nuisance and inoperable vehicles at 3312 Lincoln Drive
• Abatement resolution for an inoperable vehicle at 2507 General Hancock Road
• Ordinance to authorize Industrial Revenue Bonds for Grow Hays, Inc. microfactory project

City Commission

The City Commission will review a request to fund a community center and consider various land use and housing developments. The agenda also includes the approval of October financial statements and updates on local university impacts.

• $1 million expenditure from Capital Reserve for Grow Hays Community Center project
• Rezoning and annexation of 57.6 acres north of I-70 near Hall Street for Werth Development Group, LLC
• $650,000 Moderate Income Housing grant application for a 48-unit project at 10th and Walnut
• $5.8 million estimated cost for the 10th and Walnut multi-family housing development
• Approval of October 2023 financial statement showing $4,313,633 in revenue

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will hold a work session to discuss several development and funding items, including a potential city contribution to the community/senior center project, a funding arrangement with Heart of America Development Corporation for future developments, and a possible RHID policy exception for Tallgrass Phase 4 and The Grove developments. The Commission will also consider how to expend donated funds from the estate of Jack Sample for the Fire and Police Departments, and a proposed expansion of the Neighborhood Revitalization Plan. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Grow Hays request for City contribution to community/senior center project
• Funding arrangement with Heart of America Development Corporation for Tallgrass Phase 4 and Industrial Park on Commerce Parkway
• RHID policy exception for Tallgrass Phase 4 and The Grove developments
• Use of donated funds from Jack Sample estate for Fire and Police Departments
• Neighborhood Revitalization Plan expansion to include 1980 built environment

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider several items including rezoning and annexation of land near Interstate 70 for development, approving a final plat, adopting unified development code amendments, and supporting a moderate income housing grant application. They will also receive updates from Fort Hays State University and the Youth Leadership Advisory Board.

• Rezoning two tracts north of I-70 along Hall Street from Agriculture to Public/Institutional and Light Industrial (Ordinance 4040)
• Annexation of Werth Development Group property north of I-70 along Hall Street (Ordinance 4041)
• Approval of WDG First Addition Final Plat (Resolution 2023-020)
• Adoption of Unified Development Code amendments (Ordinance 4042)
• Resolution supporting Moderate Income Housing grant application (Resolution 2023-021)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a rezoning, final plat, and annexation for property at the northwest corner of Hall and 48th Streets, planned for a new National Guard facility. They will also discuss proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code, the 2024 Street Maintenance Program, and resolutions supporting a moderate income housing project at 10th and Walnut.

• Rezoning of two tracts north of I-70 along Hall Street from Agriculture to Public/Institutional and Light Industrial
• Final plat for WDG First Addition
• Annexation of Werth Development Group property
• Proposed UDC amendments: allow self-storage in existing commercial buildings, ease planned development standards, allow cul-de-sacs up to 650 feet
• 2024 Street Maintenance Program with $1.13 million budget

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider approving a 2024 employee health insurance agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, including up to $2,500 per employee HSA match not to exceed $1,958,000, and award a $289,061 contract to Nowak Construction for water main realignment at Exit 157. They will also hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance establishing the Exit 157 24-7 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. Other items include service awards, financial statement approval, and an update on the R9 project.

• 2024 health insurance with BCBS of Kansas, up to $1,958,000 employer HSA match
• Award bid to Nowak Construction for $289,061 water main realignment at Exit 157
• Public hearing and ordinance to establish Exit 157 24-7 TIF district
• Service awards for employees with 5-40 years of service
• Approve September 2023 financial statement

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a slight decrease in 2024 health insurance premiums, a bid award for a water main realignment at Exit 157, the alignment of a multi-use path in North Hays, and a public hearing on establishing a TIF district for the 24-7 development. The commission will also receive an update from Kansas State University Research-Extension. No final votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and direction.

• 2024 health insurance renewal with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, premiums down 0.4%, within $1,958,000 budget
• Award of bid for 10-inch water main realignment at Exit 157, with KDOT reimbursing half the cost
• North Hays multi-use path alignment from 41st and Hall to Sternberg Museum, preferred route along 41st Street
• Public hearing and ordinance to establish Exit 157 24-7 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District
• Kansas State University Research-Extension update on irrigating research plots

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider several items, including a rezoning request for The Grove property, approval of The Grove final plat, a three-year contract renewal for the Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course Pro-Shop manager, and a bid for slide refurbishment at the Hays Aquatic Park. They will also hear an update on the Heart of America Rural Housing Incentive District project and consider a letter of support for The Depot Place housing project.

• Rezoning The Grove from Commercial General (C-2) and Neighborhood Conservation Single Family (NC.1) to Residential General (R-G) and Agriculture (A-L)
• Approve Resolution No. 2023-019 accepting The Grove Final Plat
• Approve three-year contract with Jeremy Coulter for golf pro-shop management at $2,750/month plus $3,000 year-end bonus option
• Award $27,615 bid to The Experts in Slides for painting and repairs to yellow slide at Hays Aquatic Park
• Authorize letter of support for Rural Housing Incentive District for The Depot Place project at 10th and Walnut

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will hold a work session to discuss several items, including the final plat and rezoning for The Grove development north of the hospital, a contract renewal for the Pro-Shop manager, and a bid for refurbishing the Hays Aquatic Park slide. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting notes and other discussion items.

• Final plat for The Grove, a planned development with 6 multi-family buildings, 8 duplexes, and 50 single-family homes, plus a community/senior center
• Rezoning of The Grove property from Commercial General (C-2) and Neighborhood Conservation Single Family (NC.1) to Residential General (R-G) and Agriculture (A-L)
• Pro-Shop Manager contract renewal with Jeremy Coulter
• Award of bid for Hays Aquatic Park slide refurbishment, funded from Pool Sales Tax Reserve

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider approving a $94,608 payment to Nex-Tech for fiber optic cabling to connect the new Fire Station at 41st and Post Road, funded by Capital Reserves. They will also approve the KCWI Addition Final Plat and a consent agenda item for a CID development agreement amendment. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and the August financial statement.

• $94,608 payment to Nex-Tech for fiber optic cabling for new Fire Station at 41st and Post Road
• Resolution No. 2023-018 accepting KCWI Addition Final Plat
• 2nd Amendment to Hays Mall, LLC CID Development Agreement
• Approve August 2023 financial statement
• Approve minutes from September 14, 2023 meeting

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss awarding a fiber optic cabling contract to Nex-Tech for the new fire station at 41st and Post Rd., with the city's share funded by capital reserves. They will also consider approving the final plat for the KCWI Addition, a 6-lot multi-family housing development on the former St. John's Nursing Home site. The meeting is a work session, so no final votes are expected, but recommendations will be made.

• Authorize agreement with Nex-Tech for fiber optic cabling at $94,608 city share
• Approve final plat for KCWI Addition, 6 lots for multi-family housing
• Move city servers from flood-prone City Hall to new fire station
• Cost-sharing with Ellis County for fiber line
• Public hearing on TIF district for 24-7 Travel Store set for October 26

Planning Commission

The Hays Area Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests: one for The Grove development near 27th & Canterbury, and another for WDG First Addition near 48th & Hall St. They will also consider preliminary and final plats for both developments. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and citizen comments.

• Public hearing: Rezone from NC.1 and C-2 to R-G and A-L for The Grove near 27th & Canterbury
• Public hearing: Rezone from A-L to P-I and I-1 for WDG First Addition near 48th & Hall St.
• Consider preliminary plat of The Grove
• Consider final plat of The Grove
• Consider preliminary and final plats of WDG First Addition

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will hold public hearings and consider approving the 2024 budget, a resolution to exceed the revenue neutral rate, and a resolution setting a public hearing for a TIF district. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and a consent agenda with a KDOT project cost statement and a mayoral appointment.

• Resolution 2023-016 setting a public hearing for a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district
• Public hearing and Resolution 2023-017 to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for property tax levy (tax year 2023, budget year 2024)
• Public hearing and approval of the 2024 Budget for the City of Hays
• KDOT North Vine Final Statement of Project Cost (consent agenda)
• Mayoral appointment to Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Committee (consent agenda)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a resolution to set a public hearing for establishing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for a proposed 24-7 Travel Store at 230th Avenue and 55th Street. The developer, Triplett, Inc., is requesting TIF, a community improvement district, and industrial revenue bonds. This is the first step in a lengthy process expected to culminate in January 2024. The agenda also includes approval of previous work session notes and other discussion items.

• Resolution setting public hearing for TIF district for 24-7 Travel Store at 230th Avenue and 55th Street
• Developer requests TIF (20 years), 2.0% CID sales tax (22 years), and IRBs for sales tax exemption
• Estimated project cost: $11,172,148; TIF revenue estimate: $4,538,166; CID revenue estimate: $2,000,000
• Public hearing scheduled for October 26, 2023, if resolution adopted
• Work session notes from August 17, 2023, to be approved

The Commission reviewed a proposal from Triplett, Inc. to use tax increment financing (TIF), a community improvement district (CID), and industrial revenue bonds (IRBs) for a travel plaza. No formal votes on the incentives were taken during this work session. The Commission approved the minutes from the August 17, 2023 work session.

• Approved August 17, 2023 work session minutes
• Recessed to executive session to discuss real property acquisition (no action taken)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider several ordinances, including establishing a downtown common consumption area for alcohol, amending alcohol sale and consumption rules, and annexing properties for 'The Grove' development and a site on General Hays Road. They will also award a bid for staining wood structures at the aquatic park and continue the 2024 budget review.

• Ordinance 4032: Establish a Common Consumption Area downtown for alcohol
• Ordinance 4033: Amend alcohol sale/public consumption/possession rules
• Ordinance 4036: Annex property for 'The Grove' development near 27th and Canterbury
• Ordinance 4037: Annex property at 4945 General Hays Road
• Bid award: Primary Painting & Remodeling, $25,590 for Hays Aquatic Park wood staining

The City Commission approved ordinances to create a Common Consumption Area (CCA) in downtown Hays, allowing the possession and consumption of alcohol in non-glass containers within specified boundaries. The commission also approved several administrative updates, a park maintenance contract, and a property annexation for a proposed development.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4032 establishing a Common Consumption Area using Boundary Option 2 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4033 modifying Municipal Code to allow alcohol possession/consumption within a CCA (4-0)
• Approved $25,590 bid from Primary Painting and Remodeling for Hays Aquatic Park wood staining (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4034 adopting the 2023 Uniform Public Offense Code (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4035 adopting the 2023 Standard Traffic Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4036 annexing properties owned by Grow Hays and McGinnis Revocable Trust No. 1 for 'The Grove' development (4-0)
• Approved July 2023 Financial Report (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Cereal Malt Beverage License for St. Mary’s Knights of Columbus and three board appointments (4-0)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission and Ellis County Commission are meeting jointly to consider two agreements: one transferring emergency dispatch operations to the County starting January 1, 2024, and another transferring maintenance of certain roads to the City. The dispatch agreement includes cost-sharing for 2024 and 2025, and the City must build a new police station by 2026. The road agreement lists specific road segments for City responsibility.

• Approve LEC/Dispatch Agreement transferring dispatch to Ellis County, with City paying 66.67% of costs in 2024 and 33.33% in 2025
• Approve Road Agreement transferring maintenance of roads like 13th Street, 41st Street, and General Custer Road to the City
• City to construct new police station by 2026, with 2024 budget including design funds
• County to house municipal court inmates free through 2025, then charge fees starting 2026
• Dispatch employees to become County employees with transferred PTO and service years

The City of Hays and Ellis County Commission approved agreements transferring dispatch operations to the County and road maintenance responsibilities to the City. The City will vacate the Law Enforcement Center in 2026 as it plans to build its own police and court facility.

• Approved LEC/Dispatch Agreement (City Commission: 5-0; County Commission: 2-0)
• Approved Road Agreement (City Commission: 5-0; County Commission: 2-0)

Planning Commission

The Hays Area Planning Commission will consider approving the final plat for the KCWI Addition, a replat of a portion of Golden Belt 4th Addition, and will decide whether to set public hearings for two rezoning requests: one for 'The Grove' development near 27th & Canterbury and another for a tract near 48th & Hall St. The agenda also includes approval of the July 17, 2023 minutes and citizen comments.

• Final Plat of KCWI Addition: replat of Golden Belt 4th Addition, 6 lots, 7,426 to 27,964 sq ft, for potential multifamily development
• Rezoning request for 'The Grove' development: from NC.1 and C-2 to R-G and A-L, near 27th & Canterbury
• Rezoning request near 48th & Hall St: from A-L to P-I and I-1, on WDG First Addition
• Both rezoning requests are for setting public hearings on September 18, 2023

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will hold a work session to discuss several items, including awarding a bid for staining wood structures at the Hays Aquatic Park, adopting updated 2023 Uniform Public Offense Code and Standard Traffic Ordinance, considering two property annexations, and continuing review of the 2024 budget. The agenda includes routine items and development proposals.

• Award bid to Primary Painting & Remodeling for $25,590 to stain wood structures at Hays Aquatic Park (below $30,000 budget)
• Adopt 2023 Uniform Public Offense Code and Standard Traffic Ordinance updates
• Annexation for 'The Grove' development near 27th and Canterbury (consent from Grow Hays and McGinnis Revocable Trust No. 1)
• Annexation of 4945 General Hays Road for Vernie's Trux-N-Equip Inc. (former Livestock Commission sale barn)
• 2024 Budget Review with potential modifications

The Commission held a work session to review budget items and proposals for future approval. No final votes were taken on the proposed contracts or annexations, which are scheduled for the August 24 meeting.

• Approved August 3, 2023 work session minutes
• Proposed $25,590 bid from Primary Painting for aquatic park staining (pending 8/24 vote)
• Proposed adoption of 2023 Uniform Public Offense Code and Standard Traffic Ordinance (pending 8/24 vote)
• Proposed annexation of property for 'The Grove' development (pending 8/24 vote)
• Proposed annexation of 4945 General Hays Road (pending 8/24 vote)
• Budgeted $15,000 for Rural Opportunity Zone (ROZ) Program

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider approving a pre-acquisition services agreement with 4D Acquisition and Consulting, LLC for the R9 Pipeline project, funded from Water Sales Tax Reserve. They will also vote on the final plat for the Doonan Addition and handle routine items like minutes, financial statements, and consent agenda items.

• Authorize City Manager to sign pre-acquisition services agreement with 4D Acquisition and Consulting, LLC, up to $28,375 for R9 Pipeline land acquisition
• Approve Resolution No. 2023-015 accepting the Doonan Addition Final Plat
• Consider approval of minutes from July 13, 2023 meeting
• Accept June 2023 financial statement
• Consent agenda: Cereal malt beverage license for Volga German Centennial Association/Oktoberfest; mayoral appointments to CVB Advisory Committee, Library Board, Recreation Commission

The City Commission authorized a pre-acquisition services agreement for a water transmission pipeline and approved a final plat for the Doonan Addition. The commission also approved the June 2023 financial report and a cereal malt beverage license.

• Approved Pre-Acquisition Services Agreement with 4D Acquisition & Consulting, LLC not to exceed $28,375 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-015 accepting the Doonan Addition Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved Financial Report for the month of June 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage license for Volga German Centennial Association/Oktoberfest (4-0)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will discuss and potentially approve a $28,375 contract with 4D Acquisition and Consulting, LLC for pre-acquisition services for the R9 water transmission pipeline. They will also review the Doonan Addition final plat and continue discussions on the 2024 budget, including outside agency requests.

• Contract with 4D Acquisition and Consulting, LLC for $28,375 for R9 pipeline pre-acquisition services
• Doonan Addition Final Plat near 230th Avenue and 55th Street
• 2024 Budget Review with direction on outside agency requests
• R9 pipeline will run from Edwards County to Smoky wellfield near Schoenchen

The Commission established funding levels for several outside agencies and the Rural Opportunity Zone program. No formal votes were taken as this was a work session; items were slated for official action at the August 10 meeting.

• Consensus to fund DHDC at $54,000
• Consensus to fund Hays Arts Council at $16,500
• Consensus to fund Wild West Festival at $12,000
• Consensus to fund Sister Cities at $5,050
• Consensus to fund Ellis County Historical Society at $21,116
• Consensus to budget $15,000 for the Rural Opportunity Zone (ROZ) Program
• Approved July 20, 2023 work session minutes as presented

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will hold a work session to continue discussions on establishing a Common Consumption Area (CCA) downtown, where patrons could carry alcoholic drinks in a defined area. They will also begin reviewing the proposed 2024 budget, which maintains the mill levy at 25.000 and includes employee raises. No final decisions are expected at this session.

• Common Consumption Area: possible boundaries from 7th to 13th Street and Fort to Oak Street
• 2024 Budget: balanced, maintains 25.000 mill levy for 15th year, includes 2% step and 3% COLA for employees
• Budget adds three employees: two for R9 Ranch and one Management Analyst
• State CCA permit fee is $100; signage costs unknown
• City Code sections 14-141 and 14-143 may need modification to allow public drinking in a CCA

The City Commission reached a consensus to have staff draft two ordinance options for a Common Consumption Area (CCA) to be considered in August. The session also included discussions on the 2024 budget, pickleball court expansion, and the Rural Opportunity Zone program.

• Approved July 6, 2023 work session minutes
• Directed staff to draft two ordinance options for CCA district boundaries
• Tabled 2024 Budget review until August 3, 2023

Planning Commission

The Hays Area Planning Commission will consider approving the preliminary and final plats for the Doonan Addition, a four-lot subdivision near the KDOT exit 157 bridge. The agenda also includes approval of the May 15, 2023 meeting minutes and general project updates. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Preliminary Plat of Doonan Addition (4 lots, 4.3 to 9.7 acres, near KDOT exit 157)
• Final Plat of Doonan Addition (BBJ, LLC, includes utility and zoning considerations)
• Approval of May 15, 2023 meeting minutes

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider approving a resolution to purchase real estate at the southwest corner of 27th and Main Streets for $425,000 plus closing costs, funded from Commission Capital Reserves. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings, mayoral appointments to two boards, and a consent agenda. No unfinished business is listed.

• Resolution No. 2023-014 to purchase property at southwest corner of 27th and Main Streets for $425,000 plus closing costs from Grow Hays
• Approval of minutes from June 19 joint meeting with Russell City Council and June 22 regular meeting
• Mayoral appointments: Audrey Mercer to Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Committee (3-year term), Gracemary Melvin to Hays Housing Authority Board (4-year term)
• Consent agenda includes appointments and any other routine items

The City Commission approved the purchase of a vacant parcel at 27th and Main Streets from Grow Hays for $425,000 plus closing costs. The commission also approved two board appointments and the minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-014 to purchase property at 27th and Main Streets for $425,000 plus closing costs (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Audrey Mercer to Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Gracemary Melvin to Hays Housing Authority Board (4-0)
• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 19, 2023 joint meeting minutes
• Directed resident Ainsley Lenays to gather more community information regarding keeping chickens as pets

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will hold a work session to discuss establishing a Common Consumption Area (CCA) downtown, which would allow patrons to carry alcoholic drinks in a defined public area. The commission will also receive the proposed 2024 budget, which is presented earlier than in previous years due to the Revenue Neutral Rate law. No formal action is requested on the CCA; it is informational only.

• Discussion of Common Consumption Area (CCA) for downtown Hays, with recent state law change removing road closure requirement
• Presentation of 2024 proposed budget to the City Commission
• Review of June 15, 2023 work session notes
• Potential modification of city ordinances 14-141 and 14-143 to allow public drinking in a CCA
• State CCA permit fee is $100; signage costs unknown

The City Commission reached a consensus to have staff prepare information for establishing a common consumption area in the downtown corridor. The Commission also received the proposed 2024 balanced budget and agreed to notify the County Clerk that the city will exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate.

• Directed staff to prepare information for a common consumption area from 7th to 13th Street and Fort to Oak Street
• Approved June 15, 2023 work session minutes
• Consensus to notify County Clerk that the City will exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate
• Entered executive session for preliminary discussion on real property acquisition (5-0)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider approving the issuance of General Obligation Bonds Series 2023-A, renewing property/liability insurance for $349,930, and awarding a bid for a compost turner and water tank for $78,830. They will also review the May financial statement and consent agenda items, including inspection services for South Vine Street reconstruction and mayoral appointments.

• Approve Ordinance No. 4031 and Resolution No. 2023-013 for GO Bonds Series 2023-A
• Authorize renewal of property/liability coverage for $349,930
• Award bid for Model PT-120 compost turner and Aeromaster WT-1775 water tank for $78,830
• Approve consent agenda: South Vine Street Reconstruction Inspection Services and mayoral appointments
• Accept May 2023 financial statement

The City Commission approved the issuance of General Obligation Bonds to fund the Kings Gate 2nd Addition improvement district. The board also renewed city liability insurance and purchased new composting equipment.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4031 to issue General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-013 for the sale and delivery of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A (4-0)
• Authorized $349,930 for 2023/2024 Property/Liability Coverage renewal with MPR (4-0)
• Awarded $78,830 bid to Midwest Bio-systems, Inc. for a compost turner and water tank (4-0)
• Authorized $40,980.23 from Commission Capital Reserve for South Vine Street Reconstruction inspection services (4-0)
• Approved May 2023 Financial Report (4-0)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission and Russell City Council held a joint meeting to review the schedule for R9 Ranch water transfer hearings and legal proceedings. No substantive actions were taken during the open session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss R9 Ranch litigation (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for attorney consultation (4-0)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will hold a work session to hear 2024 budget requests from outside agencies, including Grow Hays, Fort Hays State University, and others. They will also discuss issuing general obligation bonds for the King's Gate 2nd Addition District, a parking request from First Care Pharmacy, property/liability insurance renewal, and a bid for a solid waste compost turner. No final funding decisions are expected at this session.

• 2024 budget requests from outside agencies totaling $574,732, including $180,000 for Grow Hays and $100,000 for FHSU scholarships
• Ordinance and resolution to authorize General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A for King's Gate 2nd Addition District
• On-street parking request for First Care Pharmacy at 13th and Main Street
• Property/liability coverage renewal for 2023/2024 with significant increase
• Award of bid for Solid Waste compost turner

The Commission reached a consensus to deny a request for reserved on-street parking at 13th and Main Street. Several items, including bond issuances and equipment purchases, were reviewed for formal action at the June 22 meeting.

• Denied on-street parking request for First Care Pharmacy
• Approved June 1, 2023 work session minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Hays Area Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider an exception request from Midwest Energy, Inc. to build a 60-foot microwave monopole in an I-2 Heavy Industrial Zoning District at 600 E. 11th St. The board may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request. The agenda also includes approval of the May 10, 2023, minutes and an update on the R-9 project.

• Public hearing for Midwest Energy exception to construct 60-ft microwave monopole at 600 E. 11th St.
• Consider approving the exception for the monopole
• Consent agenda: approve minutes of May 10, 2023, regular meeting
• Off-agenda item: R-9 Project Update

City Commission

The City Commission will review a request from First Care Clinic to designate two on-street parking spaces on Main Street for exclusive use by its new pharmacy. Staff recommends denying the request, citing limited downtown parking availability, but the final decision rests with the Commission. The meeting also includes an informational update on traffic improvements planned for the new USD 489 high school campus on East 13th Street.

• Decision on request for two exclusive on-street parking spaces at 1301 Main Street for First Care Pharmacy
• Informational update on USD 489 traffic plan for new high school on East 13th Street, including right-turn lanes and signal upgrades
• Review of May 18, 2023 Work Session notes, including prior discussions on housing grants and bond resolutions

The Commission discussed a request for reserved on-street parking for a new pharmacy at 13th and Main Street. The City Attorney was asked to draft an enforcement ordinance for two parking spots with 15 or 20-minute limits for patients during business hours.

• Approved May 18, 2023 work session minutes
• Requested City Attorney draft enforcement ordinance for two pharmacy parking spots on Main Street
• No action taken during executive session regarding real property acquisition

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider two resolutions: one supporting a Moderate Income Housing grant application under the American Rescue Plan Act for the 10th & Walnut project, and another authorizing the sale of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A. The commission will also receive an update on the R9 water transfer proceedings. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and the April financial statement.

• Resolution No. 2023-011 supporting MIH-ARPA grant application for 10th & Walnut housing
• Resolution No. 2023-012 authorizing sale of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A
• Update on R9 water transfer proceedings
• Approve April 2023 financial statement
• Approve minutes from May 11, 2023 meeting

The City Commission approved a resolution of support for a developer to apply for a $1.4 million MIH-ARPA grant for a multi-family housing project at 10th and Walnut. The commission also authorized the sale of general obligation bonds to finance improvements in the King’s Gate 2nd Addition. Financial reports for April 2023 were approved.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-011 supporting a $1.4M MIH-ARPA grant application for 48 housing units at 10th and Walnut (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-012 authorizing the sale of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A, for approximately $470,000 (5-0)
• Approved April 2023 Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 11, 2023 meeting (5-0)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider a resolution supporting a $1.4 million Moderate Income Housing-ARPA grant application for a 48-unit apartment complex at 10th and Walnut, and a resolution authorizing the sale of general obligation bonds for King's Gate 2nd Addition infrastructure. The meeting also includes approval of prior work session notes and other discussion items.

• Resolution of support for $1.4 million MIH-ARPA grant for 48-unit apartment complex at 10th & Walnut (old train depot site)
• Resolution authorizing sale of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023-A, for King's Gate 2nd Addition infrastructure
• Developer Michael Graham proposes 36 one-bedroom and 12 two-bedroom units
• Grant would be assigned to developer with personal guaranty equal to $1.4 million
• Bond sale recommended as bank placement due to small size

The Commission held a work session to discuss a $1.4 million grant application for a 48-unit housing project at 10th and Walnut and the sale of $470,000 in bonds for the King’s Gate 2nd Addition. No final votes were taken; both items are scheduled for a vote at the May 25, 2023 meeting.

• Approved May 4, 2023 work session minutes as presented
• Proposed $1.4M MIH-ARPA grant for 48-unit housing at 10th and Walnut (vote scheduled for May 25)
• Proposed sale of approx. $470,000 in General Obligation Bonds Series 2023-A for King’s Gate 2nd Addition (vote scheduled for May 25)

Planning Commission

The Hays Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider changes to the Unified Development Code (UDC) covering self-storage, shipping containers, planned developments, and cul-de-sacs. The commission will discuss and potentially approve regulation changes, which will then go to the City Commission for final adoption.

• Public hearing on UDC regulation changes for self-storage, shipping containers, planned developments, and cul-de-sacs
• Options include allowing interior self-storage in C-2 commercial districts, with restrictions
• Shipping container regulations may be modified to allow rental units in I-1 industrial districts with design criteria
• Planned development standards may be updated for more flexibility in lot size, density, and open space
• Cul-de-sac maximum length may be increased from 150 ft to 650 ft with staff approval

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider approving two professional services agreements totaling $8,029,368 for the R9 wellfield and pipeline projects, funded from the Water Sales Tax Reserve. The meeting also includes the annual reorganization of the governing body with elections for Mayor and Vice Mayor, and an update from the Hays Area Children's Center.

• Approve Wellfield Professional Services Agreement with Burns & McDonnell for $3,970,685
• Approve R9 Pipeline Project Professional Services Agreement for $4,058,683
• Nomination and election of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Cereal Malt Beverage License Application: Fort Hays DAV Chapter 18
• Update from Hays Area Children's Center

The City Commission approved two professional services agreements with Burns & McDonnell for the R9 development. The commission also held reorganization elections for Mayor and Vice-Mayor.

• Elected Shaun Musil as Mayor (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Sandy Jacobs as Vice-Mayor (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-010 adopting Commission Rules of Procedure (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Cereal Malt Beverage License for Fort Hays DAV Chapter 18 (5-0)
• Approved $3,970,685 Wellfield Professional Services Agreement with Burns & McDonnell (5-0)
• Approved $4,058,683 R9 Pipeline Project Professional Services Agreement with Burns & McDonnell (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Hays Area Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider an exception allowing Great Plains Campus Ministry to install an LED electronic message wall sign at 507 Elm St. in the NC-4 Neighborhood Conservation Zoning District. The board will also discuss a request by Midwest Energy, Inc. for a public hearing on a proposed 60-ft. microwave monopole at 600 E. 11th St. in an I-2 Heavy Industrial Zoning District. The meeting will begin with consideration of the April 12, 2023, minutes.

• Public hearing on exception for LED electronic message wall sign at 507 Elm St. (Great Plains Campus Ministry)
• Request for public hearing on exception for 60-ft. microwave monopole at 600 E. 11th St. (Midwest Energy, Inc.)
• Consideration of minutes from April 12, 2023, regular meeting

City Commission

The City Commission held a work session to review proposed engineering agreements with Burns & McDonnell for the R9 wellfield and pipeline projects. No votes were taken; the contracts will be presented for approval at the May 11, 2023 regular meeting. The Commission also discussed the upcoming reorganization and readoption of the City Commission Rules of Procedure, with no changes suggested.

• No decisions made; work session only

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider approving a $372,800 contract for sanitary sewer point repairs, two property annexations, and a resolution supporting the Wheatland Commons housing development. The agenda also includes accepting the 2022 audit, a request to proceed with ARC Park Phase 3 improvements, and discussion of a roundabout at 27th and Canterbury. The meeting will also cover appointments to several boards and establishment of a Youth Leadership Advisory Board.

• Approve $372,800 contract with CC Steel, LLC for sanitary sewer point repairs
• Approve Ordinance No. 4029 annexing High Plains Farm Credit FLCA property near 1100 E. 43rd St.
• Approve Ordinance No. 4030 annexing BBJ, LLC property near 230th Ave. & 55th St.
• Approve Resolution No. 2023-008 supporting Wheatland Commons housing tax credits
• Approve ARC Park Phase 3 request to proceed with shelter house, cornhole courts, and play equipment

The Commission approved the Arc of Central Plains to proceed with Phase 3 of the ARC Park development provided it is fully funded. Two property annexations were approved, and a resolution of support was granted for the Wheatland Commons affordable housing project. The city also authorized a $372,800 contract for sanitary sewer repairs.

• Approved ARC Park Phase 3 construction of shelter, corn hole, and play equipment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4029 annexing High Plains Farm Credit FLCA properties (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4030 annexing three BBJ, LLC property tracts (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-008 supporting Wheatland Commons affordable housing (5-0)
• Authorized $372,800 contract with CC Steel, LLC for sewer point repairs (5-0)
• Authorized Tender and Release Agreement for $172,395.40 from American Southern Insurance Company (5-0)
• Accepted the 2022 City of Hays Audit (5-0)
• Approved March 2023 Financial Report (5-0)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will discuss and potentially approve several items: ARC Park Phase 3 fundraising, annexation of two vacant lots near 1100 E. 43rd Street and BBJ, LLC properties near 230th Avenue & 55th Street, a resolution supporting Wheatland Commons housing tax credits, approval of a $372,800 sanitary sewer repair contract, and a possible roundabout at 27th & Canterbury. The meeting is a work session, so most items are for discussion and direction, not final votes.

• ARC Park Phase 3: request to proceed with fundraising for picnic shelter, corn hole, play equipment; estimated cost $1,066,650
• Annexation of two vacant lots adjacent to 1100 E. 43rd Street (former Harley-Davidson site) into city limits
• Annexation of BBJ, LLC properties near 230th Avenue & 55th Street for potential commercial development
• Resolution of support for Wheatland Commons Housing Tax Credit application for 40-unit apartment complex
• 2022 Sanitary Sewer Point Repair: $372,800 contract with CC Steel, funded by bonding company, no extra city cost

The Commission reviewed several proposals to be voted on at the April 27, 2023 meeting, including park expansions, property annexations, and a housing tax credit resolution. No formal votes were taken during this work session other than the approval of previous minutes.

• Approved April 6, 2023 work session minutes
• Proposed Phase 3 of ARC Park development estimated at $1,066,650 (pending April 27 vote)
• Proposed annexation of property adjacent to 1100 East 43rd Street (pending April 27 vote)
• Proposed annexation of three BBJ, LLC property tracts near 230th Avenue and 55th Street (pending April 27 vote)
• Proposed Resolution of Support for 40-unit Wheatland Commons housing project (pending April 27 vote)
• Proposed $372,800 contract with CC Steel, LLC for sewer repairs (pending April 27 vote)
• Discussed $90,000 estimated cost for roundabout at 27th and Canterbury Drive
• Discussed $70,000 estimated cost for lane reduction on Canterbury Drive

Planning Commission

The Hays Area Planning Commission will discuss proposed revisions to the Unified Development Code (UDC) covering self-storage, shipping containers, planned developments, and cul-de-sac lengths. They will provide staff direction and consider setting a public hearing for May 15, 2023. The agenda also includes approval of the February 20, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Discussion on allowing self-storage in C-2 General Commercial district (currently only I-1 Light Industrial)
• Consideration of shipping container use as self-storage in I-1 districts
• Proposed changes to Planned Development regulations (lot size, setbacks, density)
• Discussion on increasing cul-de-sac maximum length from 150 ft to 600-700 ft
• Setting public hearing for May 15, 2023 for UDC changes

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider several infrastructure contracts and agreements, including a KDOT cost-share for 13th Street reconstruction, sewer cleaning and manhole rehabilitation bids, and engineering services for a lift station. They will also hear an update from the Ellis County Historical Society and consider a KDOT grant for a multi-use path extension.

• Authorize KDOT Agreement No. 088-23 for 13th Street Reconstruction (Project U-2476-01)
• Award $110,621.08 contract to CC Steel, LLC for sewer cleaning and video inspection of 117,682 linear feet
• Award up to $125,000 contract to Mayer Specialty Services for manhole rehabilitation
• Award $52,200 contract to Earles Engineering for Highway 40 lift station design
• Approve Resolution 2023-007 for KDOT multi-use path extension grant (Red and Yellow routes)

The Commission authorized a $2.45M reconstruction of 13th Street and several sanitary sewer maintenance contracts. It also approved the submission of a KDOT grant request for two multi-use path extensions.

• Authorized Agreement No. 088-23 with KDOT for 13th Street Reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved $110,621.08 contract with CC Steel, LLC for sanitary sewer cleaning and inspection (5-0)
• Approved contract with Mayer Specialty Services for manhole rehabilitation not to exceed $125,000 (5-0)
• Approved $52,200 agreement with Earles Engineering for Highway 40 lift station design (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-007 to request KDOT funding for Red and Yellow multi-use path routes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including proposed board and committee appointments (5-0)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider several infrastructure items at its April 6 work session, including approving a KDOT cost-share grant agreement for the 13th Street reconstruction project, awarding bids for sewer maintenance and lift station design, and discussing a potential multi-use path extension. The agenda also includes an informational update on fire station reserve funds.

• KDOT Cost-Share Grant of $1.2M for 13th Street reconstruction from Anthony Drive to Commerce Parkway
• Award of bid for 2023 sanitary sewer cleaning and inspection, with budget authority up to $140,000
• Award of bid for 2023 manhole rehabilitation program, with budget authority up to $125,000
• Award of bid for Highway 40 Lift Station design/engineering services to Earles Engineering & Inspection Services
• Discussion of KDOT grant opportunity of over $1.5M for multi-use path extension

The City Commission held a work session to review several infrastructure bids and grant opportunities. Most items were discussed for future formal approval at the April 13 meeting, though the Commission reached a consensus on which multi-use path routes to pursue.

• Approved March 16, 2023 work session minutes
• Consensus reached to move forward with Red and Yellow Route multi-use path extensions
• Proposed $2.45M 13th Street reconstruction (awaiting April 13 vote)
• Proposed $110,621.08 sanitary sewer cleaning contract with CC Steel, LLC (awaiting April 13 vote)
• Proposed $125,000 manhole rehabilitation contract with Mayer Specialty Services (awaiting April 13 vote)
• Proposed $52,200 Highway 40 lift station design contract with Earles Engineering (awaiting April 13 vote)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider approving a $3,196,628 bid for a new snow removal equipment building at Hays Regional Airport, contingent on FAA grant funding. They will also vote on a $384,948.69 engineering contract for the project, a $320,721.12 sanitary sewer lining contract, and a $120,000 design contract for 13th Street reconstruction. The agenda includes annexation and rezoning of property at 2500 East 13th Street, a public hearing on special assessments for King's Gate 2nd Addition, and an update on the R9 water transfer proceedings.

• Award $3,196,628 bid to RDH Electric & Construction for airport snow removal building
• Authorize $384,948.69 engineering contract with Burns & McDonnell for airport project
• Approve $320,721.12 sanitary sewer lining contract with Mayer Specialty Services
• Adopt ordinances annexing and rezoning 2500 East 13th Street to Public Institutional
• Public hearing and ordinance for King's Gate 2nd Addition special assessments

The City Commission approved several infrastructure projects, including a new airport snow removal building and sanitary sewer lining. The commission also annexed and rezoned property at 2500 East 13th Street for a new USD 489 high school and approved special assessments for the King’s Gate 2nd Addition.

• Accepted $3,196,628.00 bid from RDH Electric & Construction Inc. for airport snow removal building (4-0)
• Authorized $384,948.69 for BMcD construction engineering at the airport (4-0)
• Approved $320,721.12 agreement with Mayer Specialty Services for sanitary sewer lining (4-0)
• Authorized $120,000 agreement with MKEC Engineering, Inc. for 13th Street reconstruction design (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4026 annexing property at 2500 East 13th Street (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4027 rezoning 2500 East 13th Street from Agriculture to Public Institutional District (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4028 levying $470,000 in special assessments for King’s Gate 2nd Addition (4-0)
• Approved February 2023 Financial Report and Cereal Malt Beverage License for Kiwanis Club/Wild West Festival (4-0)

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will consider awarding a $3,196,628 bid for a new snow removal equipment building at Hays Regional Airport, with 90% FAA funding. They will also review bids for sanitary sewer lining, a design contract for 13th Street reconstruction, annexation and rezoning of USD 489 property, and special assessment proceedings for King's Gate 2nd Addition.

• Airport snow removal equipment building: award bid to RDH Electric & Construction Inc. for $3,196,628 (90% FAA-funded)
• Sanitary sewer lining: award bid to Mayer Specialty Services for $320,721.12
• 13th Street reconstruction: design contract with MKEC Engineering, Inc.
• Annexation and rezoning of USD 489 property at 2500 East 13th Street from A-L to P-I
• Special assessment proceedings for King's Gate 2nd Addition Improvement District

The City Commission held a work session to review bids and proposals for airport facilities, sewer lining, and road reconstruction. They also discussed the annexation and rezoning of property for a new USD 489 high school. No final votes were taken; items are scheduled for the March 23, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 2, 2023 work session minutes
• Proposed $3,196,628.00 bid from RDH Electric & Construction Inc. for airport snow equipment building
• Proposed $384,948.69 construction engineering contract with Burns and McDonnell
• Proposed $320,721.12 sanitary sewer lining contract with Mayer Specialty Services
• Proposed $120,000 design contract with MKEC Engineering, Inc. for 13th Street reconstruction
• Proposed annexation of property at 2500 East 13th Street for USD 489 high school
• Proposed rezoning of 43 acres at 2500 East 13th Street from Agriculture (A-L) to Public Institutional (P-I)
• Proposed $470,000 special assessment for King’s Gate 2nd Addition improvements

City Commission

The Hays City Commission will hold a work session to receive an annual report from North Central Kansas Technical College on its use of the city-owned Big Creek Technical Training Center, and to consider a resolution authorizing the city to abate nuisance violations at 1700 Marshall Road. The agenda also includes approval of previous work session notes and other items for discussion.

• Annual report on NCK Tech's Big Creek Technical Training Center at 101 South Main Street
• Resolution to abate nuisance violations at 1700 Marshall Road, with costs charged to property owner
• Approval of February 16, 2023 work session notes

The Commission approved the February 16, 2023 work session minutes. They reached a consensus to move the consideration of nuisance abatement for 1700 Marshall Road to the March 23, 2023 meeting to allow the owner more time to clean the property. NCK Tech presented its 2023 Annual Report for the Big Creek Technical Training Center.

• Approved February 16, 2023 work session minutes
• Moved consideration of nuisance abatement for 1700 Marshall Road to March 23, 2023 meeting

City Commission

The Hays City Commission is set to approve a $444,472 contract with Morgan Brothers Construction for new cart paths at the Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course, funded by city idle funds and repaid via trail fees. The body will also accept final plats and approve rezonings for the Airflyte Acres 2nd Addition and Heritage Heights Addition. Additionally, the commission will review the January 2023 financial statement and receive updates on water conservation and R9 water transfer proceedings.

• Award $444,472.13 bid to Morgan Brothers Construction for Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course cart paths
• Approve Resolution No. 2023-005 accepting the Airflyte Acres 2nd Addition Final Plat
• Adopt Ordinance No. 4024 rezoning Airflyte Acres 2nd Addition from Agriculture (A-L) to Residential Suburban (R-S)
• Approve Resolution No. 2023-006 accepting the Heritage Heights Addition Final Plat
• Adopt Ordinance No. 4025 rezoning Heritage Heights Addition from Agriculture (A-L) to Light Industrial (I-1)

The City Commission approved a contract for golf course cart path improvements and authorized the use of idle funds for payment. The board also approved two final plats and two rezoning requests for residential and industrial development.

• Approved $444,472.13 bid from Morgan Brothers Construction for golf course cart paths (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-004 to use City idle funds for golf course project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-005 accepting Airflyte Acres 2nd Addition Final Plat (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4024 rezoning Airflyte Acres 2nd Addition from Agriculture (A-L) to Residential Suburban (R-S) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-006 accepting Heritage Heights Addition Final Plat (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4025 rezoning Heritage Heights Addition from Agriculture (A-L) to Light Industrial (I-1) (4-0)
• Approved January 2023 Financial Report (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Hays Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by USD 489 to rezone 43 acres at 2500 E 13th St. from Agriculture (A-L) to Public and Institutional (P-I) for a new high school. The commission will also discuss possible changes to the Unified Development Code. The agenda includes approval of the January 16, 2023, minutes.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning 43 acres at 2500 E 13th St. from A-L to P-I for USD 489 high school
• Discussion of specific UDC items for possible changes
• Approval of minutes from January 16, 2023, meeting
• Citizen comments

City Commission

The City Commission held a work session to review several proposals for a February 23 meeting. No final votes were taken on the projects, though the minutes from the February 2 work session were approved.

• Approved February 2, 2023 work session minutes
• Proposed $444,472.13 bid from Morgan Brothers Construction for golf course cart paths
• Proposed approval of Airflyte Acres 2nd Addition Final Plat
• Proposed rezoning of Airflyte Acres 2nd Addition from Agriculture District (A-L) to Residential Suburban District (R-S)
• Proposed approval of Heritage Heights Addition Final Plat
• Proposed rezoning of Heritage Heights Addition from Agriculture District (A-L) to Light Industrial District (I-1)

City Commission

The City Commission approved a long-term conceptual plan for the 90-acre Braun Property to prepare it for future commercial and residential use. The commission also supported a grant application for moderate-income housing at the Hadley Center.

• Approved the Braun Property Conceptual Plan Development (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-003 supporting a $650,000 Moderate-Income Housing grant application for the Hadley Center (5-0)
• Approved the December 2022 Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved appointments to the Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Committee (5-0)

City Commission

The Commission reviewed a proposal to support a $650,000 Moderate-Income Housing grant application for 23 apartment units in the Hadley building. No formal vote was taken on the resolution during this work session; a vote is scheduled for February 9, 2023. The body entered executive session to discuss personnel matters, but no action was taken.

• Approved January 19, 2023 work session minutes
• Tabled resolution of support for Hadley Center MIH grant to February 9, 2023 meeting
• Entered executive session for personnel matters (no action taken)

City Commission

The City Commission approved a contract for utility extensions along 55th and 58th Streets and authorized the abatement of nuisance items at 603 East 7th Street. The board also approved the vacation of an unimproved alley in the Westbrook Addition. Additionally, Grow Hays provided updates on the Micro Factory and a proposed 100-unit retiree housing complex called The Grove.

• Approved $441,376.79 contract with Hess Services, Inc. for 55th and 58th Street utility improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-002 to abate nuisance items and inoperable vehicles at 603 East 7th Street and abutting lot (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4023 to vacate a 10-foot-wide alley in the Westbrook Addition (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-001 waiving certain K.S.A. 75-1120a(a) provisions for the year ended Dec 31, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage License for Qdoba Mexican Eats (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Curtis Brown to Northwest Kansas Community Corrections and Northwest Kansas Juvenile Services Governing Board (5-0)
• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission held a work session to review several items for a future vote on January 26, 2023. No final decisions were made during this session, as it served to discuss bids, ordinances, and resolutions.

• Approved January 5, 2023 work session minutes as presented
• Proposed $441,376.79 contract with Hess Services, Inc. for 55th and 58th Street utilities (pending Jan 26 vote)
• Proposed resolution to abate nuisance items and vehicles at 603 East 7th Street (pending Jan 26 vote)
• Proposed ordinance to vacate 10-foot-wide alley at Westbrook Addition (pending Jan 26 vote)
• Proposed resolution to waive GAAP audit for 2022 in favor of KMAAG (pending Jan 26 vote)

City Commission

The City Commission authorized contracts for various street and sidewalk repairs totaling $1,494,762.34. The projects will be funded through Special Highway and Special Parks funds. The Commission also received an update on the R9 Ranch water transfer process.

• Approved 2023 Street Maintenance Program contracts totaling $1,494,762.34 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 22, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda regarding a proposed appointment for January 26 meeting (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider awarding bids for the 2023 Street Maintenance Program, totaling $1,494,762.34, covering seal coat, polypatch, reclamite, major street rehab, curb and brick repair, concrete alley reconstruction, sidewalk construction, and a parking lot project. The agenda also includes approval of work session notes from December 1, 2022, and other items for discussion.

• Award $554,163.93 to Circle C Paving for seal coat
• Award $634,595.00 to T&T Builders for major street rehab (Fort St. 27th-29th, MacArthur 20th-22nd, General Hays Cody-Downing)
• Award $78,795.00 to T&T Builders for Aubel-Bickle Park parking lot
• Award $59,528.70 to Sweeney Pavement for FOX Theater alley reconstruction
• Award $10,920.00 to Morgan Brothers for fire station sidewalk on 41st St.

The Commission held a work session to review bids for the 2023 Street Maintenance Program. Staff recommended awarding contracts totaling $1,494,762.34 to low bidders for various road and sidewalk projects. Formal authorization for these contracts was scheduled for the January 12, 2023 meeting.

• Approved December 1, 2022 work session minutes
• Swore in Alaina Cunningham to the City Commission
• Reviewed $1,494,762.34 in recommended low-bid contracts for street maintenance