Jackson County public meetings in 2025

County Legislature

This special meeting includes introduction of an ordinance appropriating $17.3 million from the 2025 ARPA fund for eligible expenses. Several resolutions are introduced to authorize cooperative agreements with outside agencies totaling over $70 million. A resolution in committee expresses intent for $15 million in agreements. No ordinances are up for final passage.

• Ordinance 6051: $17,300,000 appropriation from 2025 ARPA fund (introduced)
• Resolution 22141: Express intent to authorize $15,000,000 in cooperative agreements (in committee)
• Resolution 22143: Authorize $35,000,000 in cooperative agreements (introduced)
• Resolution 22144: Authorize $32,590,000 in cooperative agreements (introduced)
• Resolution 22145: Authorize $2,060,000 for cooperative agreements (introduced)

World Cup Committee (Ad Hoc)

The Jackson County World Cup Committee will hold a closed session under Missouri Revised Statutes section 610.021(17). The purpose is to conduct confidential communications and to close all records prepared for discussion. No specific ordinances or resolutions are listed on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for 1:05 PM on Monday, December 15, 2025 at the Jackson County Courthouse, 415 E. 12th Street.

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding banking and investment documents. The proposal seeks to designate the County Executive, the Interim Director of Finance and Purchasing, and the Clerk of the Legislature as authorized signers for the County.

• Resolution designating authorized signers for County banking and investment companies

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is set to approve multiple contracts for tree removal, moving services, and software upgrades, as well as a legislative lobbying agreement. The body will also authorize administrative services and a consulting agreement.

• Contract for tree removal services with Looks Great Services
• Contract for moving services with A. Arnold Kansas City
• Software maintenance contract with AskReply, Inc.
• Legislative lobbying agreement with Fred Dreiling, LLC
• Hardware upgrade contract for video services with Granicus

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee will consider an ordinance that prohibits law‑enforcement officers from covering their faces or badges while performing official duties. The ordinance also establishes penalties and exemptions. The committee will discuss and vote on this proposal at the meeting.

• Ordinance (docket 6050) prohibiting officers from concealing faces or badges during official duties, with penalties and exemptions

County Legislature

The County Legislature is reviewing the annual budget and tentative tax levy for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The body is also considering several construction contracts and ordinances regarding law enforcement and gambling devices.

• Proposed 2026 annual budget and tentative tax levy
• Contract for Rock Island Trail Greenwood Connector not to exceed $1,914,489.00
• Proposed ordinance prohibiting law enforcement officers from concealing faces or badges
• Proposed $15,000,000.00 aggregate cost for cooperative agreements with outside agencies
• Contract for Little Blue Trace Trail bridge replacement not to exceed $625,909.00

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee will consider four resolutions: awarding a drug testing contract to Averhealth, extending a federal Justice Assistance Grant, authorizing the Sheriff to provide deputies for Family Court supervised visitation, and transferring $129,658 for Family Court computers and vehicles. No public hearings are scheduled; all items are votes on resolutions.

• Resolution awarding a 12-month term-and-supply contract for lab drug testing to Avertest, LLC (dba Averhealth) of Richmond, VA, with three 24-month renewal options, using a Johnson County contract.
• Resolution authorizing the Prosecuting Attorney to accept a 12-month extension of the 2022 Justice Assistance Grant at no cost to the county.
• Resolution authorizing the Jackson County Sheriff to execute a contract with the 16th Circuit Family Court for deputies to assist with the Connections supervised visitation program.
• Resolution transferring $129,658 within the 2025 General Fund to purchase computers and vehicles for the Jackson County Family Court.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review budget priorities, updates on the Rock Island Trail and Christmas in the Park, and a resolution transferring funds for park construction. The committee will also discuss the decommissioning of the old jail.

• Appropriating $950,000 for Rock Island Trail construction
• Transferring $636,425 for Parks + Rec construction services
• Discussion on Christmas in the Park coordination and CBA issues
• Update on the decommissioning of the old jail
• Discussion on proposed budget priorities for Public Works

Public Works Committee

The meeting scheduled for December 10, 2025, was canceled. The agenda included proposed funding for the Rock Island Trail Greenwood Connector and Parks + Rec construction services.

• Proposed ordinance to award a contract to Terry Snelling for the Rock Island Trail Greenwood Connector not to exceed $1,914,489.00
• Proposed resolution to transfer $636,425.00 from the 2025 Park Fund for Hartline Construction
• Discussion on Christmas in the Park coordination and contractors
• Updates on old jail decommissioning status and timelines
• Updates on asbestos discovery

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will hold a public hearing on the 2026 annual budget (Ordinance #6044) and tentative tax levy (Ordinance #6045). They will also vote on several rezoning requests, contracts for detention center services and trail construction, and introduce new ordinances including a third-party monitoring program and a prohibition on officers concealing faces or badges. Multiple resolutions award contracts for equipment, services, and homeless assistance.

• Public hearing and first-perfection vote on 2026 budget (Ordinance #6044) and tentative tax levy (Ordinance #6045)
• Rezoning of 17.68± acres from AG to RR (Ordinance #6026) and other rezonings
• Contract up to $1,914,489 for Rock Island Trail Greenwood Connector construction (Ordinance #6048)
• Transfer of $810,000 from Health Fund and $400,000 from Inmate Security Fund for detention center medical and food services (Ordinance #6046)
• Introduction of Ordinance #6050 prohibiting law enforcement from concealing faces or badges during duties

The Legislature adopted Ordinance #6044 to set the fiscal year 2026 budget and Ordinance #6045 to establish the tentative tax levy. It also approved several contracts and appropriations, including recruitment services for the Sheriff’s Office and funding for the Detention Center. Multiple resolutions honoring local organizations and individuals were adopted. Zoning amendments were also approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Adopted FY 2026 county budget (Ordinance #6044) – passed
• Adopted FY 2026 tentative tax levy (Ordinance #6045) – passed
• Reassigned and approved recruitment services contract for Sheriff’s Office (Ordinance #6043) – vote 8-1 (Manuel Abarca IV absent)
• Reassigned and approved Detention Center services appropriations (Ordinance #6046) – vote 8-1 (Manuel Abarca IV absent)
• Approved $950,000 Rock Island Trail Greenwood Connector contract (Ordinance #6048) – passed
• Adopted Resolution #22099 honoring Northeast High School Vikings soccer team – vote 9-Yes
• Adopted Resolution #22107 extending employee cafeteria plan contract – vote 8-Yes, 1 absent
• Adopted Resolution #22116 honoring retirement of Judge J. Dale Youngs – vote 9-Yes

Anti-Crime Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to accept a six-month extension of a VOCA grant awarded to the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office, appropriating $133,835 from the 2025 Grant Fund. It will also consider a resolution to transfer $120,000 within the 2025 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for ankle bracelet monitoring service fees at the Jackson County Detention Center.

• Ordinance appropriating $133,835 from the 2025 Grant Fund for a six-month extension of the VOCA Grant to the Prosecutor's Office
• Resolution transferring $120,000 within the 2025 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for ankle bracelet monitoring fees at the Detention Center

The Anti‑Crime Committee adopted Ordinance #6040, appropriating $133,835 from the undesignated balance of the 2025 Grant Fund to accept a six‑month VOCA Grant extension for the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office. The committee also adopted Resolution #22118, transferring $120,000 within the 2025 Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund to cover ankle‑bracelet monitoring service fees for the Jackson County Detention Center. Both motions passed by voice vote.

• Adopted Ordinance #6040 appropriating $133,835 (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #22118 transferring $120,000 for ankle‑bracelet fees (voice vote)

World Cup Committee (Ad Hoc)

The Jackson County World Cup Committee will hear a presentation from the Health Department on preparations for the 2026 matches. Members will discuss KC2026 and FIFA updates. The committee will continue outlining county goals and plans for the 2026 World Cup.

• Health Department presentation on 2026 match preparations
• Discussion of KC2026 and FIFA updates
• Outlining county goals and plans for the 2026 World Cup

The Jackson County World Cup Committee met on December 8, 2025. Members discussed health department preparations and updates on KC2026 and FIFA. No ordinances, resolutions, or other actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will hear a presentation from Chris Crawford of the Office of Ethics, Human Relations & Citizen Complaints (OEHRCC) summarizing complaints received since the last report. No ordinances or resolutions are listed for committee action at this meeting.

• Presentation by OEHRCC of complaint summary since last report

The Rules Committee met on December 8, 2025. Sean E. Smith and Donna Peyton were present; Venessa Huskey and Charlie Franklin were absent. Chris Crawford of the Office of Ethics, Human Relations & Citizen Complaints presented a summary of complaints. No ordinances or resolutions were acted upon.

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing ordinances to fund recruitment services and essential supplies for the Jackson County Detention Center. The body is also considering a contract extension for countywide cafeteria plan administration.

• Ordinance to award $102,600.00 contract for Sheriff’s Office and Detention Center recruitment services to Changing Technologies, Inc.
• Ordinance to appropriate $1.21 million ($810,000 from Health Fund, $400,000 from Inmate Security Fund, and $50,000 from General Fund) for Detention Center medical, medication, and food services
• Resolution to extend the employee cafeteria plan administration contract with Application Software, Inc. (ASI Flex)

The Finance & Audit Committee adopted three items. Ordinance No. 6043 was adopted, appropriating $102,600 for recruitment services for the Sheriff’s Office. Ordinance No. 6046 was adopted, appropriating $810,000 for medical, medication, and food services at the Jackson County Detention Center. Resolution No. 22107 was adopted, awarding a cafeteria‑plan administration contract to Application Software, Inc.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 6043 appropriating $102,600 for sheriff recruitment services
• Adopted Ordinance No. 6046 appropriating $810,000 for detention‑center medical, medication, and food services
• Adopted Resolution No. 22107 awarding a cafeteria‑plan administration contract to Application Software, Inc.

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee will consider an ordinance accepting $90,000 in additional state grant funds for the Family Court Division's youth services, and a resolution transferring $7,155 for a sole-source contract for inmate identification wristbands at the detention center.

• Ordinance 6042: Appropriates $90,000 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2025 Grant Fund for Family Court, funded by Missouri DSS Division of Youth Services.
• Resolution 22117: Transfers $7,155 within the Inmate Security Fund and awards a 12-month contract (with two 12-month options) to Precision Dynamics Corp for clincher identification wristbands for the Jackson County Detention Center, as a sole source purchase.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will consider an ordinance transferring $935,000 from the 2025 Grant Fund undesignated balance for improvements to the Little Blue Trace/Rock Island Trail connector. The item includes a signed TAP Supplemental Funding Agreement for $460,000. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Ordinance transferring $935,000 from 2025 Grant Fund for Little Blue Trace/Rock Island Trail improvements
• TAP Supplemental Funding Agreement for $460,000 (signed)
• Fiscal Note for Ordinance 25-212 (Little Blue Trace/Rock Island Connector)

The Budget Committee considered Ordinance #6047, which would transfer $935,000 from the undesignated balance of the 2025 Grant Fund to fund improvements to the Little Blue Trace/Rock Island Trail. A motion to recommend the ordinance for perfection was made by Sean E. Smith, seconded by Jeanie Lauer, and passed by voice vote. No other actions were recorded.

• Recommended Ordinance #6047 transferring $935,000 for Little Blue Trace/Rock Island Trail (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hold a public hearing on eight ordinances that propose rezoning agricultural land to residential districts and a conditional use permit for a bed‑and‑breakfast. It will also consider two resolutions that award contracts to Van Wall Equipment for park‑maintenance machinery, costing $32,487 and $115,585 respectively. No other items are on the agenda.

• Ordinance 6026: rezone 17.68‑acre tract from District AG (Agricultural) to District RR (Residential Ranchette)
• Ordinance 6028: rezone 10.13‑acre tract from District AG to District RE (Residential Estates)
• Ordinance 6037: rezone 36.68‑acre tract from District AG to District RE
• Ordinance 6038: renew conditional use permit for a bed‑and‑breakfast on a 0.48‑acre tract in District RE
• Resolution 22098: award $115,585 contract to Van Wall Equipment for lease of mowers, tractor, and brush cutter

The Land Use Committee voted by voice to recommend for perfection Ordinances 6026, 6027, 6028, 6036, 6037, 6038, and 6039, which amend zoning districts for various acreages. It also approved Resolution 22087 to purchase a Flex Wing rotary cutter for $32,487 and Resolution 22098 to lease mowing equipment for $115,585, both for the Parks + Rec Department. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Recommended Ordinance 6026 (17.68‑acre rezoning to Residential Ranchette) – passed by voice vote
• Recommended Ordinance 6027 (vacating right of way in Breezy Meadows) – passed by voice vote
• Recommended Ordinance 6028 (10.13‑acre rezoning to Residential Estates) – passed by voice vote
• Recommended Ordinance 6036 (10.00‑acre rezoning to Residential Ranchette) – passed by voice vote
• Recommended Ordinance 6037 (36.68‑acre rezoning to Residential Estates) – passed by voice vote
• Recommended Ordinance 6038 (renewal of CUP for bed & breakfast) – passed by voice vote
• Recommended Ordinance 6039 (20.00‑acre rezoning to Residential Estates) – passed by voice vote
• Approved Resolution 22087 to purchase rotary cutter for $32,487 – passed by voice vote

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering the 2026 annual budget and tentative tax levy. The body is also reviewing multiple rezoning requests and several contracts for parks, detention center services, and infrastructure.

• Proposed 2026 annual budget and tentative tax levy (Ordinances 6044, 6045)
• Proposed $1,914,489.00 contract with Terry Snelling for Rock Island Trail Greenwood Connector
• Rezoning of five separate tracts of land from Agricultural to Residential Ranchette or Residential Estates
• Proposed $636,425.00 transfer for Hartline Construction services for Parks + Rec
• Resolution opposing the reopening of a CoreCivic facility in Leavenworth, KS as an ICE detention center

The Legislature adopted several resolutions authorizing contracts for Parks + Rec services and approved multiple appropriations from grant and fund balances, including a $950,000 appropriation and contract for the Rock Island Trail Greenwood Connector. A motion to waive reading of six ordinances (6027‑6039) passed unanimously. Resolutions designating surplus equipment and awarding fishing‑equipment and grass‑seed contracts were also adopted.

• Waived reading of Ordinances #6027‑#6039 (7‑0 roll call vote)
• Adopted Resolution #22104 to declare surplus county equipment (7‑0 roll call vote)
• Adopted Resolution #22105 awarding 24‑month fishing‑equipment contract to Wholesale Fishing Tackle, LLC (7‑0 roll call vote)
• Adopted Resolution #22106 awarding 12‑month grass‑seed contract to Advanced Turf Solutions and Swipe Resources (7‑0 roll call vote)
• Appropriated $133,835 from the 2025 Grant Fund for a VOCA grant to the Prosecutor’s Office
• Appropriated $90,000 from the 2025 Grant Fund for the Family Court Division
• Appropriated $102,600 from the 2025 General Fund for a 12‑month recruitment services contract for the Sheriff’s Office
• Appropriated $950,000 and awarded a construction contract (max $1,914,489) for the Rock Island Trail Greenwood Connector

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee will consider an ordinance appropriating $133,835 from the 2025 Grant Fund to accept a six-month extension of a VOCA grant awarded to the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office by the Missouri Department of Social Services. No resolutions are listed for discussion.

• Ordinance appropriating $133,835 for a six-month extension of the VOCA grant for the Prosecutor's Office

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee continues its forum with Jackson County Public Health. Ray Dlugolecki will finish a presentation on the county's opioid response, followed by a discussion led by Chairman Anderson. No ordinances or resolutions are being considered at this meeting.

• Continuation of forum with Jackson County Public Health
• Presentation on opioid response by Ray Dlugolecki
• Discussion period following the presentation
• No ordinances or resolutions in committee

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The December 1, 2025, meeting of the Jackson County Justice and Law Enforcement Committee was canceled. The agenda included one ordinance appropriating $90,000 from the Grant Fund for Family Court Division services from the State of Missouri.

• Ordinance 6042: appropriating $90,000 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2025 Grant Fund for Family Court Division grant from Missouri Department of Social Services Division of Youth Services

Public Works Committee

The December 1, 2025 meeting of the Jackson County Public Works Committee has been canceled. No ordinances or resolutions were scheduled for committee action.

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will meet on November 20, 2025. A resolution opposing the reopening of a CoreCivic facility in Leavenworth, Kansas as an ICE detention center will be introduced. Several ordinances are up for perfection, including changes to retaliation protections, a ban on unlicensed gambling devices, and multiple agricultural-to-residential rezonings. The agenda also includes appropriations for grant-funded programs and contract awards for county services.

• Resolution 22115: Opposition to reopening CoreCivic facility as ICE detention center (introduced)
• Ordinance 5967: Repealing and replacing retaliation protections in county code
• Ordinance 6007: Prohibiting use of unlicensed gambling devices
• Ordinance 6026: Rezoning 17.68 acres from AG to RR (Residential Ranchette)
• Ordinance 6040: Appropriating $133,835 for VOCA grant extension to Prosecutor's Office

The Legislature waived reading on nine pending ordinances and reassigned three zoning ordinances to the Legislature As A Whole, all with unanimous approval. It approved three appropriations totaling $133,835, $90,000 and $102,600 for grant extensions and a recruitment services contract. Two resolutions honoring community groups were adopted. All votes were 7‑0 with two members absent.

• Waived reading on Ordinances #5967, #6007, #6036‑#6043 – approved 7‑0 (2 absent)
• Reassigned Ordinance #6026 (rezoning 17.68‑acre tract) to Legislature As A Whole – approved 7‑0 (2 absent)
• Reassigned Ordinance #6027 (vacating right‑of‑way in Breezy Meadows) – approved 7‑0 (2 absent)
• Reassigned Ordinance #6028 (rezoning 10.13‑acre tract) – approved 7‑0 (2 absent)
• Appropriated $133,835 from the 2025 Grant Fund for VOCA Grant extension to Prosecutor’s Office – approved 7‑0 (2 absent)
• Appropriated $90,000 from the 2025 Grant Fund for Family Court Division grant – approved 7‑0 (2 absent)
• Appropriated $102,600 from the 2025 General Fund for recruitment services contract for Sheriff’s Office – approved 7‑0 (2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #22114 honoring the Kansas City Indian Center – approved 7‑0 (2 absent)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will hold hearings starting at 9:10 AM on the 2026 budget for county departments. The committee will also consider three resolutions: declaring surplus equipment, awarding a fishing equipment supply contract to Wholesale Fishing Tackle, LLC, and awarding a grass seed supply contract to Advanced Turf Solutions and Swipe Resources, LLC.

• 2026 Jackson County Budget Hearings for all county departments
• Resolution 22104: declaring county-owned equipment as surplus and authorizing disposal
• Resolution 22105: 24-month term contract for fishing equipment to Wholesale Fishing Tackle, LLC of Joplin, MO (with two 12-month options)
• Resolution 22106: 12-month term contract for grass seed to Advanced Turf Solutions of Riverside, MO and Swipe Resources, LLC of Burke, VA (with two 12-month options)

The committee adopted Resolution 22104, declaring certain county‑owned equipment surplus property. It also approved Resolution 22105, awarding a 24‑month resale fishing equipment contract to Wholesale Fishing Tackle, LLC. Finally, Resolution 22106 was approved, awarding a 12‑month grass‑seed contract to Advanced Turf Solutions and Swipe Resources, with both contracts passing by voice vote.

• Approved Resolution 22104 declaring county‑owned equipment surplus (signed)
• Approved Resolution 22105 awarding 24‑month fishing equipment contract to Wholesale Fishing Tackle, LLC (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 22106 awarding 12‑month grass‑seed contract to Advanced Turf Solutions and Swipe Resources (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will hold the 2026 budget hearings beginning at 9:15 a.m. on November 19, 2025. It will consider a resolution declaring certain County‑owned equipment surplus and authorizing its disposal. The committee will also award contracts for resale fishing equipment to Wholesale Fishing Tackle, LLC and for grass seed to Advanced Turf Solutions and Swipe Resources, LLC for the Parks + Rec Department.

• Resolution 22104: Declare certain County‑owned equipment surplus property and authorize disposal.
• Resolution 22105: Award a 24‑month contract (with two 12‑month extensions) for resale fishing equipment to Wholesale Fishing Tackle, LLC of Joplin, MO.
• Resolution 22106: Award a 12‑month contract (with two 12‑month extensions) for grass seed to Advanced Turf Solutions of Riverside, MO, and Swipe Resources, LLC of Burke, VA.
• 2026 Jackson County Budget Hearings scheduled to begin at 9:15 a.m. on November 19, 2025.

The committee passed Resolution 22104 declaring certain county‑owned equipment surplus property. It also approved Resolution 22105 awarding a twenty‑four‑month contract for resale fishing equipment to Wholesale Fishing Tackle, LLC, and Resolution 22106 awarding a twelve‑month contract for grass seed to Advanced Turf Solutions and Swipe Resources. Additionally, the Housing Resource Commission hearing originally set for November 19 was rescheduled to November 20, 2025. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved Resolution 22104 (surplus equipment disposal) – passed by voice vote
• Approved Resolution 22105 (24‑month fishing equipment supply contract) – passed by voice vote
• Approved Resolution 22106 (12‑month grass seed supply contract) – passed by voice vote
• Moved Housing Resource Commission hearing from Nov 19 to Nov 20, 2025 – passed by voice vote

County Legislature

The County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances to rezone agricultural land to residential districts and approve grant funding for the Prosecutor's Office and Family Court. The body is also discussing various service contracts for the Sheriff's Office and Parks + Rec Department.

• Rezoning of five separate tracts from Agricultural (AG) to Residential Ranchette (RR) or Residential Estates (RE)
• Appropriation of $133,835.00 for the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office via a VOCA Grant
• Appropriation of $90,000.00 for the Family Court Division from the State of Missouri
• Contract for recruitment services for the Sheriff’s Office Detention Center with Changing Technologies, Inc. for $102,600.00
• Transfer of $636,425.00 from the 2025 Park Fund to Hartline Construction for construction services

The Jackson County Legislature voted 5‑0 to waive the reading of twelve pending ordinances and nine pending resolutions. It approved appropriations of $133,835 for a VOCA grant extension, $90,000 for the Family Court, and $102,600 for a sheriff recruitment services contract. Several service contracts were awarded, including disaster‑recovery services to 21st Enterprise and equipment purchases for Parks + Rec. A $636,425 transfer from the Park Fund was also approved for construction services.

• Waived reading of Ordinances #5967‑#6043 – approved (5‑0)
• Waived reading of Resolutions #22014‑#22107 – approved (5‑0)
• Approved $133,835 appropriation for VOCA grant extension to Prosecutor’s Office
• Approved $90,000 appropriation for Family Court Division grant funds
• Approved $102,600 contract with Changing Technologies, Inc. for sheriff recruitment services
• Awarded 12‑month disaster recovery contract to 21st Enterprise (ServPro) with one 12‑month option
• Awarded $32,487 Flex Wing rotary cutter contract to Van Wall Equipment for Parks + Rec
• Approved $636,425 transfer from Park Fund for construction services by Hartline Construction

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee will consider a resolution authorizing the Prosecuting Attorney to sign an agreement with the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for anti-drug and anti-crime law enforcement activities, at a county cost not to exceed $3,982,251.00.

• Resolution 22097: Authorizes agreement with Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for anti-drug and anti-crime programs, cost cap $3,982,251.00

The Anti-Crime Committee approved Resolution 22097, which authorizes the Prosecuting Attorney to execute an agreement with the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for anti-drug and anti-crime activities. The agreement may cost the County up to $3,982,251. The motion was made by Manuel Abarca IV, seconded by Venessa Huskey, and passed by voice vote.

• Approved Resolution 22097 authorizing anti-drug agreement (voice vote)

World Cup Committee (Ad Hoc)

The Jackson County World Cup Committee (Ad Hoc) meets to discuss next steps and immediate action items. No specific ordinances, resolutions, or financial details are listed on the agenda. The meeting appears to be a procedural discussion with no concrete proposals or decisions scheduled.

• Discussion of next steps and immediate action items for the 2026 World Cup
• Ordinances and resolutions in committee — no specifics provided

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing two contract awards for countywide services. These include insurance for employees and pest management for various county departments.

• Dental and vision insurance contract for Ameritas Life Insurance Corporation
• Pest management services contract for National Exterminating Company dba Smithereen Pest Management

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee will meet to hear a presentation from Jackson County Public Health regarding current opioid response efforts and recommendations. No ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for committee consideration.

• Jackson County Public Health to present opioid response and recommendations
• No ordinances in committee
• No resolutions in committee

The Health & Environment Committee heard part of a presentation on Jackson County's opioid response from Jackson County Public Health. The presenter could not finish due to many questions and will resume on Dec. 1, 2025. No ordinances, resolutions, or votes were recorded.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will consider three resolutions awarding contracts for desk consoles for the Sheriff's Office, printed stationery and mailing services for various County departments. The contracts range from a one-time purchase to term-and-supply agreements with extension options.

• Resolution 22092: Award contract for Sheriff's Office desk consoles to Watson Furniture for up to $169,807
• Resolution 22094: Award 12-month printing contract to Almar Printing, Inc. with three 12-month renewal options
• Resolution 22096: Award 2-month mailing services contract to Lineage Mailing Services with three 12-month extension options

The Budget Committee approved three resolutions. Resolution 22092 awarded a contract to Watson Furniture for desk consoles for the Sheriff’s Office, not to exceed $169,807, and passed by voice vote. Resolution 22094 awarded a contract to Almar Printing for printed stationery and related services, and passed by voice vote. Resolution 22096 awarded a contract to Lineage Mailing Services for mailing services, and passed by voice vote.

• Approved Resolution 22092 – contract for Sheriff’s desk consoles to Watson Furniture (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 22094 – contract for printed stationery and services to Almar Printing (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 22096 – contract for mailing services to Lineage Mailing Services (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is discussing several zoning changes and awarding multiple service contracts. The body is also reviewing the appropriation of millions in grant and ARPA funds for public safety, health, and court services.

• Proposed appropriation of $17,300,000.00 from the 2025 ARPA Fund for eligible expenses
• Agreement with Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for anti-drug and anti-crime activities not to exceed $3,982,251.00
• Contract for broker and consulting services for employee insurance to CBIZ Benefits & Insurance, Inc. not to exceed $250,000.00
• Rezoning of five separate tracts of land from Agricultural (AG) to Residential Ranchette (RR) or Residential Estates (RE)
• Contract for Sheriff's Office desk consoles from Watson Furniture not to exceed $169,807.00

The Legislature approved a $3,982,251 anti‑drug and anti‑crime agreement with the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners (7‑1‑1 vote). It adopted a Consent Agenda covering several contracts and services (8‑0 vote, 1 excused). Multiple land‑use ordinances rezoning agricultural land to residential districts were perfected. A $17,300,000 ARPA fund appropriation was introduced but withdrawn by the Chairman.

• Adopted Resolution #22097 authorizing $3,982,251 anti‑drug agreement (7‑1‑1)
• Adopted Consent Agenda (8‑0, 1 excused) including contracts for equipment, insurance and services
• Waived reading of Resolution #21992 (voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance repealing subsections 7401.2, 7405.4, 7406.5 (Resolution #5967)
• Adopted land‑use ordinances rezoning six tracts (Ordinances #6026, #6027, #6028, #6036, #6038, #6039)
• Introduced but withdrew ARPA fund appropriation of $17,300,000 (Resolution #6041)
• Approved $250,000 contract for employee group health insurance (Resolution #21992) – later withdrawn
• Approved $32,487 contract for Flex Wing rotary cutter (Resolution #22014) as part of Consent Agenda

World Cup Committee (Ad Hoc)

The World Cup Committee will hold an open discussion following a recent FIFA presentation and determine immediate action items and next steps.

• Open discussion on FIFA presentation
• Determination of immediate action items
• Discussion of next steps

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will discuss an ordinance that would repeal and replace the existing park fee schedule in Jackson County Code. The committee will also consider a resolution to award a contract for leasing golf carts, beverage cars, and other vehicles from M&M Golf Cars LLC at a cost not to exceed $21,838.

• Ordinance 6034: Repealing Schedule I, Chapter 50 (park fees and charges) and enacting a new schedule for 2026.
• Resolution 22078: Awarding a 14-month contract with four 12-month options to lease golf carts and other vehicles from M&M Golf Cars LLC for up to $21,838.

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee will consider an ordinance to appropriate $320,484.00 from the 2025 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Grant Fund to accept a Justice Assistance Grant for the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force.

• Ordinance appropriating $320,484.00 for the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force
• Acceptance of the 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Meeting at Jackson County Courthouse, 415 E.12th Street, Kansas City

The Anti-Crime Committee approved Ordinance #6035, which appropriates $320,484 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2025 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Grant Fund to accept the 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force. The motion was made by Manuel Abarca IV, seconded by Megan L. Smith, and passed by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Ordinance #6035 appropriating $320,484 (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will receive updates on term and supply projects, delayed contractor payrolls, and a proposed emergency contract with ServPro. The meeting will include updates from Parks and Public Works directors and a project manager.

• Update on Parks + Recreation and Public Works term and supply projects
• Status update on contractor back pay and payroll delays
• Update on Resolution 22014 - Emergency ServPro Contract
• Invited: Michele Newman (Director of Parks + Rec)
• Invited: Brian Gaddie (Director of Public Works)

The committee received updates on term and supply projects for Parks & Recreation and Public Works, on contractor back‑pay and payroll delays, and on the Emergency ServPro contract. No ordinances or resolutions were voted on or adopted.

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will review two resolutions awarding contracts: one for dry goods, paper products, and food for Parks + Rec to U.S. Foods, and another for shredding services to Midwest Shredding Service. These are the only substantive items on the agenda.

• Resolution awarding 21-month contract to U.S. Foods of Lenexa, KS for Parks+Rec food and supplies via OMNIA contract
• Resolution awarding 24-month contract with one-year optional extension to Midwest Shredding Service, LLC for county shredding services
• Both contracts are being considered under existing competitive bid processes (OMNIA and Invitation to Bid)

The Budget Committee approved Resolution 22085, awarding a twenty‑one‑month supply contract for dry goods, paper products, refrigerated and frozen foods, and beverages to U.S. Foods of Lenexa, KS for the Parks + Rec Department. The Committee also approved Resolution 22086, awarding a twenty‑four‑month shredding services contract, with a one‑year extension option, to Midwest Shredding Service, LLC of Kansas City, MO. Both resolutions were adopted by voice vote.

• Approved Resolution 22085 awarding 21‑month supply contract to U.S. Foods (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 22086 awarding 24‑month shredding contract to Midwest Shredding Service (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature will hold a hearing and consider perfecting Ordinance #6007, which would enact a new section on unlicensed gambling devices. Other business includes perfection of several zoning ordinances, appropriation of $320,484 from the Anti-Crime Sales Tax Grant Fund, and resolutions for a $250,000 employee insurance broker contract and a $3.98 million anti-drug law enforcement agreement. A closed meeting is planned to discuss a litigation settlement.

• Hearing and perfection of Ordinance #6007 on unlicensed gambling devices
• Perfection of Ordinance #6026 rezoning 17.68 acres from AG to RR
• Appropriation of $320,484 from Anti-Crime Sales Tax Grant Fund for drug task force (Ordinance #6035)
• Resolution #21992 awarding $250,000 contract for employee insurance broker services
• Resolution #22097 authorizing up to $3,982,251 for anti-drug law enforcement agreement with Kansas City police

The Legislature adopted Ordinance #6034, repealing the old park‑fee schedule and enacting a new one. It also adopted Ordinance #6035, appropriating $320,484 from the 2025 Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Grant Fund for the Multi‑Jurisdictional Drug Task Force. Additional actions included waiving reading of two zoning ordinances, approving several contract resolutions, and adopting the consent agenda.

• Adopted Ordinance #6034 repealing park fee schedule and enacting new schedule (7‑0 vote, 1 absent, 1 excused)
• Adopted Ordinance #6035 appropriating $320,484 from anti‑crime grant fund (8‑0 vote, 1 excused)
• Waived reading of Ordinances #6027 and #6028 (5‑2 vote, 1 absent, 1 excused)
• Adopted Resolution 21992 awarding up to $250,000 contract for employee health insurance to CBIZ Benefits & Insurance (consent agenda approved 8‑0, 1 excused)
• Adopted Resolution 22078 leasing golf carts and related equipment to M&M Golf Cars LLC et al., cost ≤ $21,838 (6‑2 vote, 1 excused)
• Adopted Resolution 22085 contract for dry goods to U.S. Foods (consent agenda adopted)
• Adopted Resolution 22086 contract for shredding services to Midwest Shredding Service (consent agenda adopted)
• Approved Consent Agenda (8‑0 vote, 1 excused)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is meeting to discuss an ordinance repealing and replacing sections of the county code related to the Board of Equalization. The committee will also consider resolutions awarding contracts for third-party administrator services for workers' compensation and employee group health insurance.

• Ordinance repealing and replacing sections 9103 and 9104 of the Jackson County Code concerning the Board of Equalization
• Resolution awarding a 12-month contract (with option to extend) to Cowell Insurance Services for workers' compensation program administration
• Resolution awarding a 12-month term and supply contract to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City for employee group health insurance

The committee recommended Ordinance #6011 for perfection, passing the motion by voice vote. Resolution #22075 was sent to the full legislature with no recommendation after a 2‑2 tie vote. Resolution #22082, awarding a contract to Blue Cross and Blue Shield for countywide employee health insurance, was approved by voice vote.

• Recommended Ordinance #6011 for perfection (voice vote)
• Resolution #22075 sent to full legislature with no recommendation (tie vote 2‑2)
• Approved Resolution #22082 awarding contract to Blue Cross for countywide health insurance (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee will consider two ordinances appropriating grant funds from the state for juvenile justice programs and a resolution for a sole-source sheriff's equipment purchase. One ordinance accepts a $566,113 OSCA Juvenile Justice Program Assistance Grant; the other accepts a $371,200 Juvenile Court Diversion Program grant. The resolution awards a $26,225 contract for a DRACO gas delivery system to J&N Tactical, LLC.

• Appropriating $566,113 from the 2025 Grant Fund for OSCA Juvenile Justice Program Assistance Grant
• Appropriating $371,200 from the 2025 Grant Fund for Family Court Juvenile Court Diversion Program grant
• Awarding $26,225 sole-source contract for DRACO gas delivery system to J&N Tactical, LLC for Sheriff's Office

World Cup Committee (Ad Hoc)

The Jackson County World Cup Committee is meeting to establish goals for the remainder of 2025 and the first two quarters of 2026. The body will discuss the county's role in supporting the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City.

• Definition of committee goals for 2025, Q1 2026, and Q2 2026
• Discussion of Jackson County's role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss and vote on a resolution to transfer funds and approve professional consulting contract amendments totaling $4,392,512 for the New Jackson County Detention Center (JCDC) project. The meeting also includes an update on the project covering compliance issues, construction progress, term and supply contracts, and procurement activity.

• Resolution 22084/RLA: transfer of funds and approval of consulting contract amendments for JCDC ($4,392,512)
• Update on compliance issues and corrective actions for the detention center
• Construction progress and upcoming milestones
• Readout of executed term and supply contracts
• Overview of pre-bid details and procurement activity

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is considering three resolutions for contracts: a 14-month lease of golf carts for Parks+Rec ($21,838), a 60-month video product solutions contract for the Sheriff's Office (Motorola), and a purchase of mobile radios for the Sheriff's Office ($92,157). The committee may vote to recommend these to the full legislature.

• Resolution 22079: award $92,157 contract to Motorola Solutions for mobile radios for the Sheriff's Office
• Resolution 22076: award 60-month contract to Motorola Solutions for video product solutions for the Sheriff's Office (no dollar amount listed)
• Resolution 22078: award 14-month lease (with four 12-month options) to M&M Golf Cars for golf carts and utility vehicles for Parks+Rec, not to exceed $21,838

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee will review a resolution regarding cooperative agreements for domestic violence victim services. The proposed agreements have a total cost to the County not to exceed $46,705.00.

• Resolution 22054: Cooperative Agreements for domestic violence services not to exceed $46,705.00

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider final passage of ordinances regarding retaliation protections, gambling devices, and the Board of Equalization, along with contracts for employee insurance, disaster recovery, and the new detention center. The agenda also includes resolutions for the 2026 FIFA World Cup presentation and various service contracts.

• Final passage of ordinance prohibiting false statements to the Legislature
• Contract for employee group health insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Contract extension for New Jackson County Detention Center professional services
• Presentation regarding KC2026 FIFA World Cup
• Resolution honoring Margarita’s Amigos Mexican Restaurant for 40 years

The Legislature approved an amendment to the October 20, 2025 journal to reflect a vote change on Ordinance #6009 (voice vote). It adopted Ordinance #6016, adding a prohibition on County employees knowingly making false material statements to the Legislature (8‑Yes). The body also adopted Ordinances #6031 and #6033, appropriating $566,113 and $185,600 respectively from the 2025 Grant Fund for treatment‑court and juvenile‑court diversion program grants (each 8‑Yes). Additional actions included adopting Ordinance #6011, approving Resolution #22075 for workers’ compensation services, and approving Resolution #22084 transferring $818,068 and awarding contracts for the New Jackson County Detention Center (each 8‑Yes).

• Adopted Ordinance #6016 prohibiting false statements by County employees (8‑Yes)
• Adopted Ordinance #6031 appropriating $566,113 for OSCA Treatment Court Funding (8‑Yes)
• Adopted Ordinance #6033 appropriating $185,600 for Juvenile Court Diversion Program (8‑Yes)
• Adopted Ordinance #6011 (Budget Committee Substitute) (8‑Yes)
• Adopted Resolution #22075 awarding workers’ compensation admin services contract (8‑Yes)
• Adopted Resolution #22084 transferring $818,068 and awarding contracts $535,214 to Strategic Workplace Solutions and $282,854 to JCDC Partners for the new detention center (8‑Yes)
• Approved amendment to the October 20, 2025 journal to reflect vote change on Ordinance #6009 (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #22054 authorizing cooperative agreements for domestic‑violence victim services (adopted)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Jackson County Anti-Crime Committee will consider two ordinances that each appropriate $69,345 from the undesignated balance of the 2025 Grant Fund to accept a three‑month extension of the VOCA grant awarded to the County Prosecutor’s Office. The committee will also consider a resolution awarding a twenty‑four‑month software maintenance contract to CivicPlus of Manhattan, KS for $13,741 as a sole‑source purchase.

• Ordinance 6029: appropriate $69,345 from the undesignated 2025 Grant Fund for a three‑month VOCA grant extension to the Prosecutor’s Office.
• Ordinance 6030: appropriate $69,345 from the undesignated 2025 Grant Fund for a three‑month VOCA grant extension to the Prosecutor’s Office.
• Resolution 22057: award a 24‑month software maintenance and support contract to CivicPlus (Manhattan, KS) for $13,741, sole source.

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will vote on an ordinance revising Board of Equalization sections and on several resolutions that authorize contracts and agreements. Key actions include a 60‑month lease extension for records storage at $280,000 per year, a sole‑source purchase of a price guide for up to $170,365, and other service contracts. The committee also considers legal services agreements and a transfer of $30,000 within the General Fund.

• Ordinance 6011 repealing sections 9103 and 9104 of the Jackson County Code and enacting two new sections (Board of Equalization).
• Resolution 22069 authorizing a 60‑month lease extension with BRE Space Kansas City, LLC for records storage at $280,000 annually.
• Resolution 22055 awarding a sole‑source purchase of the National Automobile Dealers’ Association price guide to J.D. Power, not to exceed $170,365.
• Resolution 22058 awarding a 19‑month ice‑machine rental contract to Easy Ice of Lenexa, KS (existing competitively bid contract).
• Resolution 22070 transferring $30,000 and awarding a print and mail services contract to Lineage Mailing Services, LLC for up to $170,000.

The Budget Committee adopted eight resolutions authorizing various contracts and agreements. These include a disaster recovery services contract with 21st Enterprise, legal services agreements costing up to $90,000, a price guide purchase from J.D. Power, ice‑machine rentals from Easy Ice, a memorandum with the Fraternal Order of Police, a 60‑month lease extension with BRE Space Kansas City at $280,000 per year, and a print and mail services contract with Lineage Mailing Services funded by a $30,000 transfer. All actions were adopted, with the ice‑machine contract approved by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution 22014 awarding disaster recovery services contract to 21st Enterprise (ServPro)
• Adopted Resolution 22051 authorizing County Counselor addendum legal services up to $40,000
• Adopted Resolution 22053 authorizing County Counselor legal services agreement up to $50,000
• Adopted Resolution 22055 awarding price guide purchase to J.D. Power, cost up to $170,365
• Adopted Resolution 22058 awarding ice‑machine rental contract to Easy Ice (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 22059 authorizing MOU with West Central Missouri Regional Lodge #50 of the Fraternal Order of Police
• Adopted Resolution 22069 authorizing 60‑month lease extension with BRE Space Kansas City, $280,000 annual cost
• Adopted Resolution 22070 transferring $30,000 and awarding print/mail services contract to Lineage Mailing Services, cost $170,000

County Legislature

The Legislature will consider multiple rezonings including a 117-acre tract from agricultural to residential, accept over $1 million in grants for the prosecutor's office and sheriff, and award contracts for insurance, legal services, and equipment. A notable proposal is a 30-day joint study with Kansas City to explore using the current detention center as a temporary jail after the county moves to its new facility in January 2026. Also on the agenda are resolutions setting parameters for selecting an interim county executive after a recall.

• Rezoning of 117-acre tract from AG to RU for residential development
• 30-day joint study with Kansas City on using current jail as temporary facility
• Appropriation of $566,113 for juvenile justice program grant
• Resolution setting parameters for selecting interim county executive after recall
• Award of $473,774 grant for Sheriff's DWI/Traffic Safety Unit

The Legislature approved a 15% cap on commercial property assessments and several zoning changes, contracts, and grant appropriations. It also adopted a memorandum of understanding with the Greater Kansas City Building and Trades Council and honored multiple community members with resolutions.

• Adopted 15% cap on commercial property assessments (County Executive decision, no vote recorded)
• Approved rezoning of 117‑acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Urban (Ordinance #6009, passed by voice vote)
• Approved appropriation of $566,113 from the 2025 Grant Fund for the OSCA Treatment Court Funding Grant (Ordinance #6031, adopted)
• Approved contract with CBIZ Benefits & Insurance, Inc. up to $250,000 for employee health, life, and dental insurance (Resolution #21992, adopted)
• Adopted Resolution #22035 authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Greater Kansas City Building and Trades Council (roll‑call vote: 8 Yes, 0 No)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting County employees from making false material statements (Ordinance #6016, perfected)
• Adopted appropriations for Sheriff’s Office grants: $33,600 for impaired‑driving enforcement (Ordinance #6018) and $473,774 for DWI/Traffic Safety Unit salary grant (Ordinance #6019)
• Adopted multiple honor resolutions for community members (e.g., Anna Munguia, Anthony “AO” Oropeza, Deputy Chief Luis Ortiz) – each passed roll‑call vote 8 Yes, 0 No

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss the creation of a workplace grievance process. The body will also hold a discussion regarding the Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract.

• Creation of a grievance process for workplace issues
• Discussion on the Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee will consider two ordinances accepting state grants and two resolutions awarding contracts. One ordinance appropriates $566,113 for the OSCA Juvenile Justice Program Assistance Grant. Another resolution awards $38,496 for handheld narcotics analyzers and $40,316 for pistol sights for the Sheriff's Office.

• Ordinance 6031: appropriates $566,113 from the 2025 Grant Fund for the OSCA Juvenile Justice Program Assistance Grant.
• Ordinance 6032: appropriates $10,000 from the 2025 Grant Fund for the OSCA Domestic Relations Resolution Fund Mediation grant.
• Resolution 22056: transfers $38,496 within the 2025 General Fund and awards a contract to Thermo Fisher Scientific for handheld narcotics analyzers for the Sheriff's Office.
• Resolution 22068: awards a $40,316 contract to GT Distributors, Inc. for pistol sights for the Sheriff's Office.

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee will vote on two ordinances that appropriate $69,345 from the Grant Fund to extend a VOCA grant for the Prosecutor's Office by three months. It will also consider a resolution awarding a 24-month software maintenance contract to CivicPlus for $13,741 as a sole source purchase for the COMBAT division.

• Ordinance appropriating $69,345 for three-month extension of VOCA grant for Prosecutor's Office
• Ordinance appropriating $69,345 for three-month extension of VOCA grant for Prosecutor's Office (duplicate item)
• Resolution awarding $13,741 contract to CivicPlus for software maintenance for COMBAT Administrative Division
• Sole source purchase justification for CivicPlus contract
• Funds drawn from undesignated balance of 2025 Grant Fund

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will interview applicants for the Office of County Executive and discuss resolutions to appoint an executive or establish a selection process. The body is also reviewing multiple zoning changes and grant appropriations for law enforcement and judicial services.

• Interview applicants for the Office of County Executive
• Rezoning of 117.00± acres from Agricultural to Residential Urban (Ord. 6009)
• Contract for broker and consulting services for employee insurance to CBIZ Benefits & Insurance, Inc. not to exceed $250,000.00
• Appropriation of $566,113.00 for the OSCA Juvenile Justice Program Assistance Grant
• Proposed 30-day joint study with Kansas City, MO regarding the use of the existing County Detention Center as a temporary jail

The Legislature elected Phil LeVota as County Executive, receiving five votes to Daniel Tarwater’s four. It also adopted Resolution #22071 and approved several grant appropriations, including funds for the Sheriff’s Office traffic‑safety grant and a VOCA grant to the Prosecutor’s Office. Additional approvals included a contract up to $250,000 for employee health, life and dental insurance and a memorandum of understanding with the Greater Kansas City Building and Trades Council.

• Elected Phil LeVota as County Executive (5‑4 vote)
• Adopted Resolution #22071
• Approved $33,600 appropriation for Sheriff’s Office impaired‑driving grant
• Approved $473,774 appropriation and $364,690 transfer for Sheriff’s DWI/Traffic Safety Unit salary grant
• Approved $69,345 appropriation for VOCA grant to Prosecutor’s Office
• Approved $566,113 appropriation for OSCA Juvenile Justice Program Assistance Grant
• Awarded contract to CBIZ Benefits & Insurance, Inc. up to $250,000 for employee health, life and dental insurance
• Authorized MOU with Greater Kansas City Building and Trades Council (effective immediately, 2‑year term)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing several resolutions for countywide service contracts and legal agreements. The body is also considering an ordinance regarding the Board of Equalization and a memorandum of understanding for the Sheriff's Office.

• Resolution 22069: 60-month lease extension with BRE Space Kansas City, LLC for records storage at an initial annual cost of $280,000.00
• Resolution 22055: Sole source purchase of NADA price guide from J.D. Power not to exceed $170,365.00
• Resolution 22070: $170,000.00 contract with Lineage Mailing Services, LLC and a $30,000.00 General Fund transfer
• Resolution 22053: Legal Services Agreement with Anne Baggott of Denton's Law Firm not to exceed $50,000.00
• Resolution 22051: Legal Services Agreement addendum with Cheri Simpkins at $600.00 per day, not to exceed $40,000.00

The Budget Committee approved eight resolutions by voice vote. These include contracts for disaster recovery services, legal services, assessment software, ice‑machine rentals, a sheriff’s office memorandum, a lease extension for records storage, and print/mail services. All actions were authorized without recorded dissent.

• Resolution #22014: awarded 12‑month disaster recovery services contract to 21st Enterprise, LLC (voice vote)
• Resolution #22051: authorized County Counselor addendum to Legal Services Agreement with Cheri Simpkins, up to $40,000 (voice vote)
• Resolution #22053: authorized County Counselor Legal Services Agreement with Anne Baggott, up to $50,000 (voice vote)
• Resolution #22055: awarded sole‑source assessment price‑guide contract to J.D. Power, up to $170,365 (voice vote)
• Resolution #22058: awarded 19‑month ice‑machine rental contract to Easy Ice (voice vote)
• Resolution #22059: authorized Sheriff’s Office MOU with West Central Missouri Regional Lodge #50 of the Fraternal Order of Police (voice vote)
• Resolution #22069: authorized 60‑month lease extension with BRE Space Kansas City, annual cost $280,000 (voice vote)
• Resolution #22070: transferred $30,000 within General Fund and awarded print/mail services contract to Lineage Mailing Services, up to $170,000 (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Jackson County Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025 was canceled. The agenda had listed a proposal to create a clear grievance process for workplace issues and a discussion on the Collective Bargaining Agreement contract. No ordinances, resolutions, or decisions were made at this meeting.

• Creating a clear grievance process for workplace issues
• Discussion on the Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract

County Legislature

The Legislature will consider resolutions establishing the application process and eligibility criteria for selecting an interim Jackson County Executive following the removal of Frank White, Jr. Other items include a joint study with Kansas City on using the existing detention center as a temporary jail, rezoning a 117-acre tract from agricultural to residential urban, and acceptance of multiple grants for the Prosecutor's Office and Sheriff's Office. Several contracts and legal services agreements are also up for approval.

• Resolution 22072: Establishing process for appointing interim county executive after removal of Frank White, Jr.
• Ordinance 6009: Rezoning 117 acres from AG (Agricultural) to RU (Residential Urban)
• Resolution 22038: 30-day joint study with Kansas City on using existing detention center as temporary jail
• Ordinances 6029/6030: Appropriating $69,345 each for VOCA grant extension to Prosecutor's Office
• Resolution 21992: Awarding up to $250,000 contract for employee health insurance broker services

The Legislature waived reading of all ordinances on the agenda except Resolutions #22072 and #22073. It approved several grant appropriations, including $473,774 for the Sheriff’s DWI/Traffic Safety Unit Salary Grant and $566,113 for the OSCA Juvenile Justice Program. It authorized a cooperative agreement with Kansas City Southern Railroad to remove a Rock Island bridge at no cost to the County. It also approved a $250,000 contract with CBIZ Benefits for countywide employee health, life, and dental insurance.

• Waived reading of all ordinances except Resolutions #22072 and #22073 (voice vote)
• Approved $473,774 appropriation and $364,690 transfer for Sheriff’s DWI/Traffic Safety Unit Salary Grant (passed)
• Approved $566,113 appropriation for OSCA Juvenile Justice Program Assistance Grant (passed)
• Approved $69,345 appropriation for VOCA Grant to Prosecutor’s Office (passed)
• Authorized cooperative agreement with Kansas City Southern Railroad for bridge removal at no cost (passed)
• Approved $250,000 contract with CBIZ Benefits for employee health, life, and dental insurance (passed)
• Approved $33,600 appropriation for Sheriff’s Impaired Driving Enforcement Grant (passed)
• Approved $10,000 appropriation for OSCA Domestic Relations Resolution Fund Mediation grant (passed)

Anti-Crime Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to transfer $150,000 within the 2025 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund to fully fund the Jackson County Sheriff's Office's 2025 Law Enforcement School Based Initiative. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the remainder is procedural.

• Resolution 22047: transfer $150,000 from Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund to fully fund the Sheriff’s Office 2025 Law Enforcement School Based Initiative

The Anti‑Crime Committee adopted Resolution 22047. The resolution transfers $150,000 from the 2025 Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund to fully fund the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office 2025 Law Enforcement School Based Initiative. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted Resolution 22047 transferring $150,000 to fund school‑based law enforcement initiative

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will consider a resolution awarding a twelve-month term and supply contract, with two twelve-month options to extend, for unmanned aircraft systems, supplies, and equipment for use by various County departments to Vehicle Technologies, LLC, of Fayetteville, AR, under Invitation to Bid No. 25-031. No dollar amount is specified in the agenda.

• Resolution to award contract for unmanned aircraft systems (drones) to Vehicle Technologies, LLC
• Contract term: 12 months with two 12-month renewal options
• Supplies and equipment intended for multiple County departments, including the Sheriff's Office
• Solicitation via Invitation to Bid No. 25-031

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee will hear a presentation from University Health. No ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for committee review. The agenda is primarily procedural with no voting items.

• Presentation by University Health

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will consider an ordinance repealing and replacing sections 9103 and 9104 of the Jackson County Code related to the Board of Equalization. They will also vote on resolutions awarding contracts for disaster recovery services to ServPro, software improvements with Manatron (additional $33,416), and dump truck bed builds for Public Works ($209,486). A transfer of $13,416 within the General Fund for the software project is also before the committee.

• Ordinance repealing and replacing sections 9103 and 9104 (Board of Equalization)
• Resolution awarding disaster recovery services contract to ServPro of Lee's Summit (12-month term with option)
• Resolution transferring $13,416 and authorizing $33,416 in change orders for Manatron software improvements
• Resolution awarding $209,486 contract for two dump truck bed builds to Viking-Cives Midwest

The Budget Committee approved three resolutions and one ordinance. Resolution #22014 awarded a 12‑month disaster‑recovery services contract to 21st Enterprise, LLC. Resolution #22037 transferred $13,416 and authorized $33,416 in change orders for software upgrades. Resolution #22043 awarded a $209,486 contract for two dump‑truck beds to Viking‑Cives Midwest. Ordinance #6011 was held, with the motion passing by voice vote.

• Ordinance #6011 held – motion passed by voice vote
• Resolution #22014 awarding disaster‑recovery services contract – adopted by voice vote
• Resolution #22037 transferring $13,416 and authorizing $33,416 change orders – adopted by voice vote
• Resolution #22043 awarding $209,486 dump‑truck bed contract – adopted by voice vote

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider several ordinances and resolutions related to recall of elected officials, including financial accountability for rejecting recall petitions, revoking pension eligibility for recalled officials, and setting parameters for selecting an interim executive and limiting executive authority during a recall. Other significant items include a rezoning of 117 acres from agricultural to residential, a joint study with Kansas City on using the detention center as a temporary jail, and various contracts for sheriff's office equipment and grants.

• Ordinance 5997: Financial accountability for officials who reject recall petitions; reimbursement of special election costs if court finds improper denial.
• Ordinance 6006: Revoking pension and benefits for any recalled county elected official and their direct non-merit reports.
• Resolution 22038: Proposing a 30-day joint study with Kansas City to explore using the existing detention center as a temporary jail after county transition.
• Ordinance 6009: Rezoning 117± acres from Agricultural to Residential Urban.
• Resolution 22041: Awarding $63,996 contract for license plate recognition camera system for Sheriff's Office.

The Legislature voted 7‑2 to hold Ordinance #6009, which rezones a 117‑acre parcel from Agricultural to Residential‑Urban. Several contracts and resolutions were approved, including a $250,000 benefits services contract with CBIZ, a contract for unmanned aircraft systems with Unmanned Vehicle Technologies, and a $111,800 maintenance contract with Motorola Solutions. Two resolutions concerning executive authority during a recall were rejected. Multiple grant appropriations and other ordinances were adopted by consent agenda.

• Held Ordinance #6009 rezoning 117‑acre tract (7‑2)
• Adopted Ordinance #5996 as amended (consent agenda)
• Approved CBIZ Benefits & Insurance contract up to $250,000 (consent agenda)
• Approved amendment to Resolution #22024 inserting “Unmanned” (9‑0)
• Approved Resolution #22024 for unmanned aircraft systems contract (9‑0)
• Approved Resolution #22044 awarding $111,800 maintenance contract to Motorola Solutions (9‑0)
• Failed to discharge Resolution #22049 from Rules Committee (4‑2‑3)
• Failed to adopt Resolution #22050 limiting executive authority (3‑3‑3)

911 Oversight Committee

The Jackson County 911 Oversight Committee adopted two resolutions at its October 6, 2025 meeting. One resolution establishes a formal grant fund application process for the E-911 System Grant Fund and 911 Initiatives. The other transfers $18,298 within the 2025 E-911 System Fund and awards a 60-month contract for preventative maintenance of the Sheriff's Office radio system to Motorola Solutions at an actual cost of $111,800 for 2025.

• Resolution 22040: Establishes a formal grant fund application process for the E-911 System Grant Fund and 911 Initiatives.
• Resolution 22044: Transfers $18,298 within the 2025 E-911 System Fund and awards a 60-month preventative maintenance contract to Motorola Solutions for $111,800 in 2025.
• Contract awarded under State of Missouri Contract No. MT250038001.
• Fiscal Note 25-403 attached for Sheriff Radio Communications.

The 911 Oversight Committee adopted Resolution 22040, establishing a formal application process for the E‑911 System Grant Fund and related 911 initiatives. It also adopted Resolution 22044, transferring $18,298 within the 2025 E‑911 System Fund and awarding a 60‑month preventative maintenance contract to Motorola Solutions of Chicago for the sheriff’s radio communications system at a cost of $111,800. Both motions passed by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution 22040 establishing E‑911 grant fund application process (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 22044 transferring $18,298 and awarding 60‑month maintenance contract to Motorola Solutions ($111,800 cost) (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee will review several grant appropriations for the Sheriff's Office and two equipment contracts. The body is also discussing a proposed 30-day joint study with the City of Kansas City regarding the use of the existing detention center after January 2026.

• Proposed 30-day joint study with City of Kansas City on using the existing detention center as a temporary jail
• Contract for license plate recognition camera system from Flock Group, Inc. for $63,996.00
• Sole source contract for x-ray screening equipment service from Smiths Detection, Inc. for $36,564.00
• Ordinance for $473,774.00 and $364,690.00 transfer for DWI/Traffic Safety Unit Salary Grant
• Ordinances for Impaired Driving Enforcement Grant ($33,600.00) and Hazardous Moving Violation Enforcement Grant ($18,200.00)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will consider an ordinance authorizing a cooperative agreement with Kansas City Southern Railroad to remove a Rock Island bridge at no cost to the county. The committee will also take up resolutions for a six-year term contract for hay and crop planting/harvesting with T. Bruce Mershon and the purchase of equipment for the Parks + Rec Department totaling $124,853.00.

• Cooperative Agreement with Kansas City Southern Railroad for removal of a Rock Island bridge at no cost to the county (Ordinance 6025).
• Resolution awarding six-year term and supply contract for hay and crop planting/harvesting to T. Bruce Mershon of Buckner, MO under RFP 25-020 (Resolution 22013).
• Resolution authorizing purchase of rotary cutter, utility tractor, and mowers from Van Wall Equipment of Lenexa, KS for $124,853.00 (Resolution 22039).

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider several ordinances and resolutions at its September 30 meeting. Notable items include a proposed rezoning of 117 acres from agricultural to residential, multiple ordinances related to recall elections and accountability, and setting of 2025 tax levies. The body will also vote on contracts for sheriff's equipment, health insurance broker services, and a joint study with Kansas City on using the county detention center as a temporary jail.

• Rezoning 117± acres from AG (Agricultural) to RU (Residential Urban) (Ordinance 6009)
• Ordinance requiring reimbursement of special election costs if a court finds improper denial of recall petitions (Ordinance 5997)
• Ordinance revoking pension eligibility for recalled elected officials and their direct reports (Ordinance 6006)
• Resolution proposing a 30-day joint study with Kansas City on using the current detention center as a temporary jail (Resolution 22038)
• Resolution awarding $63,996 contract for license plate recognition camera system for Sheriff’s Office (Resolution 22041)

The Jackson County Legislature adopted four tax‑levy ordinances for 2025, including a floor‑amended levy setting the total rate at .5556. It also approved an ordinance appropriating $473,774 for the Sheriff’s DWI/Traffic Safety Unit grant. The Legislature authorized a cooperative agreement to remove a Rock Island bridge at no cost to the County. Additional resolutions approved a joint study on using the County Detention Center as a temporary jail and a contract for a license‑plate‑recognition camera system.

• Adopted Ordinance #6021 setting the 2025 merchants’ and manufacturers' inventory replacement tax levy (8‑Yes, 1 absent)
• Adopted Ordinance #6022 establishing the 2025 Board of Services for the Developmentally Disabled levy (8‑Yes, 1 absent)
• Adopted Ordinance #6023 creating the 2025 Community Mental Health Fund levy (8‑Yes, 1 absent)
• Adopted Ordinance #6024 with floor amendment setting the 2025 total tax levy at .5556 (9‑Yes)
• Adopted Ordinance #6018 appropriating $473,774 for the Sheriff’s DWI/Traffic Safety Unit Salary Grant
• Authorized the County Executive to execute a cooperative agreement with Kansas City Southern Railroad to remove a Rock Island bridge at no cost to the County
• Approved a 30‑day joint study on using the County Detention Center as a temporary jail for Kansas City
• Approved a contract for a license‑plate‑recognition camera system for the Sheriff’s Office, $63,996 to Flock Safety

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will discuss two ordinances and three resolutions, including a major rezoning of 117 acres from agricultural to residential, a cooperative agreement for bridge replacement, surplus boat disposal, and contract awards for hay harvesting and trailer purchases. These items require committee recommendation before full County Legislature action.

• Rezoning 117± acres from AG (Agricultural) to RU (Residential Urban) for Union Ridge development
• Cooperative agreement with Kansas City and MoDOT for replacing Rock Island Bridge on 350 Highway at no cost to county
• Resolution declaring county-owned boats as surplus property for disposal
• Six-year contract for hay and crop planting/harvesting to T. Bruce Mershon of Buckner, MO (RFP 25-020)
• Contract for three Parks+Rec trailers from Rockland Cargo Equipment at $37,677 (ITB 25-032)

The Land Use Committee adopted Resolution 22003 to declare county‑owned boats surplus and authorize their disposal. It also adopted Resolution 22031 to purchase three Parks & Rec trailers for $37,677. The committee recommended Ordinance 6010 for perfection, authorizing the County Executive to execute a cooperative agreement for the Rock Island Bridge replacement at no cost to the county. Ordinance 6009 to rezone a 117‑acre tract was forwarded to the full Legislature with no recommendation.

• Adopted Resolution 22003: declared county boats surplus and authorized disposal (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 22031: approved purchase of three Parks & Rec trailers for $37,677 (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance 6010 for perfection: authorizes County Executive to execute cooperative bridge agreement (voice vote)
• Forwarded Ordinance 6009 to Legislature as a whole with no recommendation (voice vote)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance that adds sections 7800‑7805 to the Jackson County Code to establish a Senior Citizens’ Services Fund, with a specified effective date. It will also review a resolution that authorizes the County Executive to execute two permanent utility easements for the Kansas City Water Department. Both items are pending committee action.

• Ordinance adding sections 7800‑7805 to create the Senior Citizens’ Services Fund
• Resolution authorizing two permanent utility easements for the City of Kansas City Water Department

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing an ordinance regarding property tax payment practices and protections during appeals. The body is also considering several service contracts and equipment purchases for county departments.

• Ordinance 5996 regarding fair property tax payment practices and appeal-based extensions
• Contract for broker and consulting services for employee insurance with CBIZ Benefits & Insurance, Inc. not to exceed $250,000.00
• Purchase of a mobile communications command vehicle for the Sheriff’s Office from Farber Specialty Vehicles, Inc. for $720,420.00
• HVAC parts and services contracts with Johnson Controls, Inc. and Trane US Inc.
• Contract for unmanned aircraft systems and equipment with Vehicle Technologies, LLC

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 6013 to appropriate $18,500 from the 2025 Grant Fund for the National Environmental Health Association's Food and Drug Administration grant.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6013
• $18,500 appropriation from 2025 Grant Fund
• National Environmental Health Association grant award

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will hold a public hearing on a Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract and discuss term vs. independent contracts, retaliation definitions, and downtown parking assignments. Two resolutions are before the committee: one authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Greater Kansas City Building and Trades Council for up to two years, and another awarding a $82,694 contract for a John Deere tractor and mower.

• Resolution #22035: MOU with Greater Kansas City Building and Trades Council for up to 2 years
• Resolution #22028: $82,694 tractor and mower purchase from Lawn and Leisure of Lee's Summit via Sourcewell contract
• Public hearing on Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract
• Discussion on retaliation definition with General Counsel's Office
• Discussion on downtown parking lot assignments and map of assigned spots

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is reviewing two ordinances and one resolution. One ordinance appropriates $10,315 for local records preservation. Another ordinance updates Board of Equalization code sections. The resolution awards a disaster recovery services contract to 21st Enterprise LLC (ServPro) for countywide use.

• Appropriation of $10,315 from Grant Fund for records preservation by Recorder of Deeds
• Ordinance repealing and replacing sections 9103 and 9104 on Board of Equalization
• Resolution awarding disaster recovery services contract to 21st Enterprise LLC (ServPro) for up to 24 months

The Budget Committee approved Ordinance #6014, appropriating $10,315 from the 2025 Grant Fund for local records preservation. The committee also voted to hold Ordinance #6011 and Resolution #22014, each passing by voice vote. All motions were adopted without recorded dissent.

• Ordinance #6014 appropriated $10,315 from the undesignated fund balance (voice vote)
• Ordinance #6011 held in committee (voice vote)
• Resolution #22014 held in committee (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee will consider two resolutions. One resolution transfers $95,490 within the 2025 General Fund to purchase bunk beds and linens for the Jackson County Detention Center. The other resolution declares county‑owned Sheriff AutoClear X‑Ray machines surplus and authorizes their disposal under Chapter 11 of the Jackson County Code. Both items are sponsored by Chair Venessa Huskey.

• Resolution to transfer $95,490 from the 2025 General Fund for bunk beds and linens for the Jackson County Detention Center (Sponsor: Venessa Huskey).
• Resolution to declare Sheriff AutoClear X‑Ray machines surplus and authorize disposal per Chapter 11 of the Jackson County Code (Sponsor: Venessa Huskey).

County Legislature

The county legislature will hold public hearings on four ordinances setting the 2025 tax levies. It will also consider final passage of an ordinance establishing a commercial property assessment rate cap, and multiple other ordinances and resolutions, including a $2.87 million trail connection contract and a $720,420 mobile command vehicle for the Sheriff's Office.

• Public hearing on 2025 tax levies (Ordinances 6021-6024)
• Final passage of ordinance establishing commercial property assessment rate cap (Ordinance 5990)
• Ordinance to rezone 117-acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Urban (Ordinance 6009)
• Resolution awarding $2,870,540 contract for Rock Island Trail–Little Blue Trace Trail connection
• Resolution awarding $720,420 mobile command vehicle for Sheriff's Office

Legislators adopted Ordinance #6001, creating a Senior Citizens’ Services Fund, after a floor amendment was approved 8‑1. They also approved Ordinance #6010, allowing the County Executive to sign a cooperative agreement for the Rock Island Bridge replacement at no cost to the County. Additional actions included adopting a commercial‑property assessment rate cap (Ordinance #5990), awarding a $2.87 million trail‑connection contract (Ordinance #6004), and holding a rezoning ordinance for a 117‑acre tract (Ordinance #6009).

• Adopted Senior Citizens’ Services Fund ordinance (Ordinance #6001) – 8 Yes, 1 Abstain
• Adopted Rock Island Bridge cooperative agreement (Ordinance #6010) – 8 Yes, 1 Absent
• Adopted commercial property assessment rate cap (Ordinance #5990) – 5 Yes, 3 No, 1 Absent
• Adopted trail‑connection contract up to $2,870,540 (Ordinance #6004) – 7 Yes, 1 No, 1 Absent
• Held rezoning ordinance for 117‑acre tract (Ordinance #6009) – voice vote
• Held ordinance #6016 – 6 Yes, 2 No, 1 Absent
• Held Resolution #21992 – not adopted
• Held Ordinance #6009 – voice vote

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will discuss Ordinance 6016, which would amend Chapter 74 to prohibit county employees from knowingly making false material statements to the County Legislature and incorporate this prohibition into the Jackson County Code of Conduct.

• Ordinance 6016: Prohibiting county employees from knowingly making false material statements to the County Legislature by amending Chapter 74 and the Code of Conduct.

The Rules Committee considered Ordinance No. 6016, which would add a prohibition on county employees knowingly making false material statements to the County Legislature. A motion to recommend the ordinance for perfection was made by Manuel Abarca IV and seconded by Venessa Huskey. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Recommend for perfection Ordinance No. 6016 (prohibiting false statements) – passed by voice vote

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is holding a special meeting with a public hearing on Resolution #22032, which authorizes a license with KC Bier Company for the KC Oktoberfest event at Crown Center Square. Also on the agenda are introductions of resolutions celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring Charles Porter Sr.'s 90th birthday, and authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Greater Kansas City Building and Trades Council. No ordinances or consent agenda items are scheduled.

• Public hearing on Resolution #22032 for a license with KC Bier Company for KC Oktoberfest at Crown Center Square
• Resolution #22032 authorizing the county to execute the license (Legislature As A Whole)
• Resolution #22033 celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and authorizing courthouse illumination in Hispanic Heritage Flag colors
• Resolution #22034 celebrating the 90th birthday of Charles Porter Sr.
• Resolution #22035 authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Greater Kansas City Building and Trades Council for up to 2 years

The Legislature adopted Resolution #22032, authorizing Jackson County to execute a license with KC Bier Company for the KC Oktoberfest event at Crown Center Square. It also adopted Resolution #22033 to illuminate the courthouse for Hispanic Heritage Month and Resolution #22034 to honor Charles Porter Sr.'s 90th birthday. The journal of the September 8, 2025 meeting was approved by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution #22032 licensing KC Oktoberfest (7 Yes, 2 Absent)
• Adopted Resolution #22033 courthouse illumination for Hispanic Heritage Month (7 Yes, 2 Absent)
• Adopted Resolution #22034 honoring Charles Porter Sr.'s 90th birthday (7 Yes, 2 Absent)
• Approved previous meeting journal (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee will receive a presentation from the Jackson County Health Department. Staff will share updates on public health trends, challenges, threats, and opportunities to inform policy discussions.

• Presentation by Jackson County Health Department on public health trends and threats

The Health & Environment Committee held a hearing where the Jackson County Health Department presented updates on emerging public health trends, challenges, threats and opportunities, focusing on vaccines. No ordinances or resolutions were considered. No votes or actions were taken.

County Legislature

The Legislature will consider ordinances including a commercial property assessment rate cap, a contract for connecting the Rock Island and Little Blue Trace trails ($2.87M), and several grants for parks and historic sites. Numerous resolutions involve contracts for insurance, vehicles, and services. There are no ordinances for final passage.

• Ordinance 5990: commercial property assessment rate cap
• Ordinance 6004: $2.87M contract connecting Rock Island Trail and Little Blue Trace Trail
• Ordinance 6009: rezoning 117 acres from Agricultural to Residential Urban
• Ordinance 6012: $108,000 grant for Fort Osage National Historic Landmark improvements
• Resolution 22016: $688,448 for 16 new vehicles for Sheriff's Office

Legislators adopted a commercial‑property assessment cap and approved a $2,870,540 contract to connect the Rock Island and Little Blue Trace Trails. They also appropriated $108,000 and $104,928 from the 2025 Grant Fund for historic‑site improvements, authorized legal action over potential redistricting, and adopted a $25,000 consulting agreement for communications services.

• Approved Ordinance #5990 commercial property cap (Yes 6, No 1, Abstain 1)
• Perfected Ordinance #5990 with added language (Yes 6, No 1, Abstain 1)
• Approved Ordinance #6004 contract to MegaKC Corp for trail connection, up to $2,870,540 (Yes 6, Abstain 2, Excused 1)
• Approved Ordinance #6012 appropriating $108,000 for Fort Osage improvements (Yes 8, Excused 1)
• Approved Ordinance #6015 appropriating $104,928 for Missouri Town Museum restoration (Yes 8, Excused 1)
• Adopted Ordinance #6017 authorizing litigation if 5th Congressional District is redrawn (Yes 6, No 1, Abstain 1, Excused 1)
• Adopted Resolution #21995 consulting agreement with Heartland Communications, up to $25,000 (Yes 8, Excused 1)
• Adopted CBIZ Benefits contract for employee health insurance, up to $250,000 (consent agenda)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will review ordinances appropriating funds from the 2025 Grant Fund for historic preservation projects and a resolution authorizing a consulting agreement with Heartland Communications.

• Appropriating $108,000 for Fort Osage National Historic Landmark improvements
• Appropriating $104,928 for Missouri Town Living History Museum restoration
• Appropriating $10,315 for local records preservation
• Authorizing a consulting agreement with Heartland Communications, LLC
• Awarding a disaster recovery services contract to 21st Enterprise, LLC

The committee held Ordinance #6011 to repeal sections 9103 and 9104 of the Code. It approved three grant appropriations totaling $223,236 for parks, historic preservation, and records preservation. The committee also authorized a consulting agreement with Heartland Communications and awarded a countywide disaster‑recovery services contract to 21st Enterprise (ServPro). All actions passed by voice vote.

• Ordinance #6011 repealing sections 9103 and 9104 held (voice vote)
• Ordinance #6012 appropriating $108,000 for Fort Osage improvements (voice vote)
• Ordinance #6014 appropriating $10,315 for local records preservation (voice vote)
• Ordinance #6015 appropriating $104,928 for Missouri Town Living History Museum (voice vote)
• Resolution #21995 authorizing consulting agreement up to $25,000 with Heartland Communications (voice vote)
• Resolution #22014 awarding disaster‑recovery services contract to 21st Enterprise (ServPro) (voice vote)
• Resolution #22014 held (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider a resolution awarding a 12-month term and supply contract to Vance Brothers, Inc. for liquid asphalt for the Public Works Department. Ongoing discussions are scheduled with the Public Works Director on salary scales and construction strategies, with Parks and Recreation on similar topics plus Christmas In The Park, and with County Administration on the detention center. The committee also requests weekly reports on open/closed projects and detention center compliance.

• Resolution awarding liquid asphalt supply contract to Vance Brothers (Invitation to Bid 25-002)
• Discussion with Public Works Director Brian Gaddie on salary scales, construction strategies, compliance
• Discussion with Parks and Recreation Director Michele Newman including Christmas In The Park program
• County Administration update on the detention center; request for weekly compliance report
• Request for weekly report of open projects, recently closed projects, and upcoming contracts

The committee adopted Resolution #22015, awarding a twelve‑month term and supply contract for liquid asphalt to Vance Brothers, Inc., under Invitation to Bid No. 25‑002. The motion was made by Venessa Huskey, seconded by Donna Peyton, and passed by voice vote. No ordinances or other resolutions were considered.

• Approved Resolution #22015 awarding liquid asphalt contract to Vance Brothers, Inc. (voice vote)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee is reviewing three ordinances. These include measures regarding financial accountability for recall petitions, the establishment of a Senior Citizens’ Services Fund, and legal strategies regarding the 5th Congressional District.

• Ordinance 5997: Requiring elected officials to reimburse special election costs if a court finds they improperly denied certified recall efforts
• Ordinance 6001: Establishing the Senior Citizens’ Services Fund (Jackson County Code sections 7800-7805)
• Ordinance 6017: Authorizing the Counselor's Office to pursue litigation to oppose redistricting of the 5th Congressional District

The Inter‑Governmental Affairs Committee took three actions. It gave no recommendation on Ordinance 5997, placed Ordinance 6001 on hold, and voted to recommend Ordinance 6017 for perfection to allow the Counselor’s Office to pursue legal action against a proposed 5th Congressional District redistricting. The 6017 vote passed by voice vote, with one member opposing and another abstaining.

• No recommendation for Ordinance 5997 (voice vote)
• Hold Ordinance 6001 (voice vote)
• Recommend Ordinance 6017 for perfection (voice vote; Jeanie Lauer opposed, Sean Smith abstained)

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will hold a joint session with the 911 Oversight Committee to continue discussing the E-911 Grant Fund application process. Following that, the committee will consider an ordinance that would prohibit county employees from knowingly making false material statements to the County Legislature, amending Chapter 74 of the county code of conduct.

• Joint session with 911 Oversight Committee to discuss E-911 Grant Fund application process
• Ordinance 6016: Prohibiting county employees from knowingly making false material statements to the County Legislature, amending Chapter 74 (Code of Conduct)

The Rules Committee voted to recommend Ordinance No. 6016, which would add a prohibition on county employees knowingly making false material statements to the County Legislature, to the Jackson County Code of Conduct. The motion was made by Manuel Abarca IV, seconded by Venessa Huskey, and passed by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the committee continued discussion on the E‑911 Grant Fund application process and future legislation.

• Recommended Ordinance No. 6016 to prohibit false statements (passed by voice vote)

911 Oversight Committee

The Jackson County 911 Oversight Committee, meeting jointly with the Rules Committee, will continue its discussion of the E-911 Grant Fund application process. No ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for action. The agenda consists mainly of procedural discussion.

• Continue discussion on the E-911 Grant Fund application process

The 911 Oversight Committee agreed to move forward with legislation that requires the E‑911 grant application process to follow state statute. No specific software or contract provisions were adopted at this meeting. Future meetings will address software selection and application periods for 2026.

• Proceed with legislation to follow state statute for E‑911 grant application process (no vote recorded)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is considering two resolutions: one to declare certain County-owned vehicles as surplus and authorize their disposal, and another to award a $688,448 contract to Corwin Motors of Springfield, MO for 16 new Dodge Durangos for the Sheriff's Office under a state contract.

• Resolution 21994 to declare surplus Sheriff vehicles and authorize disposal per Chapter 11 of County Code
• Resolution 22016 to award contract to Corwin Motors for 16 new vehicles at $688,448
• Vehicles purchased under State of Missouri Contract No. MC250182004

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee adopted Resolution 21994, declaring certain county‑owned sheriff vehicles surplus and authorizing their disposal under Chapter 11 of the Jackson County Code. It also adopted Resolution 22016, awarding a contract to Corwin Motors of Springfield for sixteen new sheriff vehicles at a cost of $688,448. No other actions were taken.

• Adopted Resolution 21994 surplus vehicle disposal
• Adopted Resolution 22016 contract for 16 new sheriff vehicles ($688,448)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Jackson County Finance & Audit Committee will consider an ordinance establishing fair property tax payment practices and protections during appeals, including payment programs and appeal-based extensions. The committee will also discuss a resolution awarding a $250,000 contract to CBIZ Benefits & Insurance for employee health and dental insurance broker services, and a resolution declaring a county-owned vehicle as surplus property for disposal.

• Ordinance 5996: Enacts sections on fair property tax payment practices, appeal protections, payment programs, and time limits on appeal resolution.
• Resolution 21992: Awards 12-month term contract (with two 12-month options) to CBIZ Benefits & Insurance for broker and consulting services for employee group health, life, and dental insurance, not to exceed $250,000.
• Resolution 22018: Declares a county-owned vehicle as surplus property and authorizes disposal per Jackson County Code Chapter 11.

The committee held Ordinance 5996, which enacts fair property tax payment practices, with no objection. A motion to hold Resolution 21992, awarding a contract to CBIZ Benefits & Insurance, passed by voice vote, with Jalen Anderson opposing. Resolution 22018 declaring a county vehicle surplus was also held with no objection. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Ordinance 5996 held with no objection (unanimous)
• Resolution 21992 held (postponed) – motion passed by voice vote, Jalen Anderson opposed
• Resolution 22018 held with no objection (unanimous)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will discuss multiple resolutions, including four cooperative agreements for public health and other services totaling up to $6 million, a consulting contract not to exceed $25,000, and a surplus property sale. Also on the agenda are contract extensions for calcium chloride/rock salt supplies and automotive parts. Resolution 21983 (surplus property) was sent back to committee and is held.

• Four public health cooperative agreements: up to $3M (22007), $2.535M (22008), $350,000 (22009), and $115,000 (22010)
• Consulting agreement with Heartland Communications, LLC for $25,000 (21995)
• 24-month term contract for calcium chloride pellets and rock salt supplies to Nu-Life Labs and Humana Chemicals (21982)
• Declaring Old JaxCo Public Health Site as surplus and authorizing sale (21983, held from previous meeting)
• 12-month extension for automotive parts contract with AutoZone (21990)

The committee adopted a contract to supply calcium chloride pellets and rock salt to county departments (Resolution 21982). It approved several public‑health cooperative agreements totaling $5.9 million, including a $2.976 million agreement (Resolution 22007) and smaller agreements up to $2.535 million (Resolution 22008), $350,000 (Resolution 22009) and $115,000 (Resolution 22010). The committee rejected a resolution to declare surplus property (Resolution 21983) and withdrew a resolution for an automotive parts supply contract (Resolution 21990). All motions passed by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution 21982 – calcium chloride and rock‑salt supply contract (voice vote)
• Defeated Resolution 21983 – surplus real‑property declaration (voice vote)
• Withdrawn Resolution 21990 – automotive parts supply contract (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21995 – consulting agreement with Heartland Communications ($25,000) (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 22007 – public‑health cooperative agreements up to $2,976,000 (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 22008 – public‑health cooperative agreements up to $2,535,000 (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 22009 – public‑health cooperative agreements up to $350,000 (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 22010 – public‑health cooperative agreements up to $115,000 (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee will consider two resolutions authorizing the County Executive to sign agreements with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. One agreement covers the summer food service program with reimbursed costs, and the other covers childcare sanitation inspections with reimbursed costs. Both are sponsored by Chairman Jalen Anderson.

• Resolution 22000: Participation Agreement for summer food service program with MDHSS, reimbursed costs
• Resolution 22001: Program Agreement for childcare sanitation inspections with MDHSS, reimbursed costs

The Health & Environment Committee adopted Resolution 22000, authorizing the County Executive to execute a Participation Agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services for the summer food service program, with costs reimbursed to the county. The committee also adopted Resolution 22001, authorizing a Program Agreement with the same department for childcare sanitation inspections, also with reimbursed costs. Both resolutions were approved by the committee.

• Adopted Resolution 22000 authorizing County Executive to execute Participation Agreement for summer food service program (adopted)
• Adopted Resolution 22001 authorizing County Executive to execute Program Agreement for childcare sanitation inspections (adopted)

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance awarding a $2,870,540 construction contract to MegaKC Corporation to connect the Rock Island Trail and Little Blue Trace Trail under federal project TAP 3453(404). Resolutions include a 34-month fire suppression maintenance contract for Johnson Controls, a 24-month vehicle cleaning contract for Rynse Inc., and a $71,665 Bobcat utility vehicle purchase. Directors will also discuss employee work-hour flexibility and updates on roads, watershed, flooding, and erosion.

• Ordinance 6004: $2,870,540 contract to MegaKC Corporation for Rock Island Trail – Little Blue Trace Trail connector
• Resolution 21991: 34-month fire suppression maintenance contract to Johnson Controls (Sourcewell contract)
• Resolution 21999: 24-month vehicle cleaning and detailing contract to Rynse Inc. (with one-year option)
• Resolution 22004: $71,665 purchase of Bobcat UW56 Toolcat for Parks + Rec from K.C. Bobcat
• Discussion: summer work-hour flexibility for employees and back pay for contracted workers

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider final passage of several ordinances, including changes to property tax assessment caps, protections for property tax appeals, and a contract to connect the Rock Island and Little Blue trails. The body will also vote on a resolution allowing the purchase of pontoon boats and a vehicle for the Sheriff's Office.

• Contract for Rock Island Trail connection up to $2,870,540.00
• Pontoon boats for Parks + Rec at $208,356.00
• Sheriff's vehicle at $61,623.00
• Contract for employee insurance consulting up to $250,000.00
• Ordinance repealing firearms possession restrictions

The Legislature approved an ordinance awarding a contract up to $2,870,540 for connecting the Rock Island Trail and Little Blue Trace Trail to MegaKC Corporation. A resolution to declare surplus property failed on a 4‑5 vote. Several budget and contract resolutions, zoning changes, and a short‑term rental permit were adopted.

• Ordinance 6001 awarding $2,870,540 trail construction contract to MegaKC – Adopted
• Resolution 21983 to declare surplus real property – Defeated 4‑5
• Resolution 21991 amendment to delete “thirty‑four‑month” – Adopted 9‑0
• Resolution 22007 budget amendment changing figures – Adopted 9‑0
• Resolution 22009 cooperative agreements for public‑health services up to $350,000 – Adopted 8‑0
• Ordinance 5998 rezoning 3.94‑acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates – Adopted
• Ordinance 6000 conditional use permit for short‑term rental on 9.56‑acre tract – Adopted
• Resolution 21982 contract for calcium chloride and rock salt supplies – Adopted

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposed ordinance establishing fair property tax payment practices and protections during appeals. The committee will also consider multiple resolutions for contracts and surplus property declarations.

• Ordinance 5996: Enacting sections on fair property tax payment practices, appeal-based payment extensions, and time limits on appeals resolution
• Resolution 21989: Declaring certain County real property surplus and authorizing bids for sale of the parcels
• Resolution 21992: Awarding a 12-month contract (with two 12-month options) for broker and consulting services for employee health, life, and dental insurance, not to exceed $250,000 to CBIZ Benefits & Insurance, Inc.
• Resolution 21996: Awarding $208,356 for the purchase of six pontoon boats for the Parks + Rec Department from LSK Lebanon, Inc.
• Resolution 21988: Split-award term contract for HVAC filters to Kansas City Air Filter and Inspection Experts, Inc.

The Finance and Audit Committee adopted Resolution 21988 for HVAC filter supplies, Resolution 21996 for six pontoon boats costing $208,356, and Resolution 21997 for automotive parts and repair services, each passing by voice vote. It held Ordinance 5996 on fair property tax payment practices and held Resolution 21992 for employee benefits consulting. Resolutions 21853 and 21850 were dropped, and Resolution 21989 was withdrawn by its sponsor.

• Adopted Resolution 21988 (HVAC filter contract) – voice vote
• Adopted Resolution 21996 (six pontoon boats, $208,356) – voice vote
• Adopted Resolution 21997 (automotive parts and repair services) – voice vote
• Held Ordinance 5996 (fair property tax payment practices)
• Held Resolution 21992 (employee benefits consulting contract)
• Dropped Resolution 21853
• Dropped Resolution 21850
• Withdrawn Resolution 21989

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee will consider a resolution to award a contract to Corwin Motors of Springfield for a vehicle for the Sheriff’s Office at a cost of $61,623. It will also consider a resolution declaring certain county‑owned vehicles surplus and authorizing their disposal under Chapter 11 of the Jackson County Code, 1984. Both items are on the agenda for the August 25, 2025 meeting.

• Resolution awarding a $61,623 contract to Corwin Motors (Springfield, MO) for a Sheriff’s Office vehicle under State Contract No. MC250182004
• Resolution declaring specific County‑owned vehicles surplus and authorizing disposal per Chapter 11 of Jackson County Code, 1984

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider ordinances on property tax payment practices, a trail bridge contract, and firearms possession, along with zoning changes and various contracts.

• Ordinance establishing commercial property assessment rate cap
• Contract for Rock Island Trail bridge construction up to $2,870,540.00
• Ordinance repealing Section 5577. regarding firearms possession
• Ordinance establishing fair property tax payment practices
• Zoning changes for 3.94± acre and 5.00± acre tracts to Residential Estates

The Legislature approved a contract up to $2,870,540 to link the Rock Island Trail with the Little Blue Trace Trail. It also rezoned a 5‑acre tract from agricultural to residential estates. Additional actions included a $32,756 golf‑cart lease contract, a moratorium on foreclosures, and adoption of conservation and hazard‑mitigation plans.

• Approved Ordinance #6002 awarding a trail‑connection contract to MegaKC Corp, cost not to exceed $2,870,540 (adopted)
• Perfected Ordinance #5999 rezoning 5.00 acre from District AG to District RE (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #21978 leasing golf‑cart equipment to M&M Golf Cars LLC, cost not to exceed $32,756 (8‑Yes, 1‑Abstain)
• Adopted Resolution #21986 supporting Murray Woodard II as COMBAT Director (7‑Yes, 1‑No, 1‑Abstain)
• Failed Ordinance #6008 authorizing litigation against 5th Congressional redistricting (4‑Yes, 3‑No, 2‑Abstain)
• Adopted Resolution #21964 urging a temporary foreclosure moratorium (adopted)
• Adopted Resolution #21966 authorizing a $25,000 conservation MOU with Bridging the Gap (adopted)
• Adopted Resolution #21967 joining the Regional Multi‑Jurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (adopted)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider a construction contract to connect the Rock Island Trail and Little Blue Trace Trail. Members will also discuss courthouse HVAC failures, flooding at 1300 Washington, and employee pay issues.

• Contract for Rock Island Trail and Little Blue Trace Trail connection to MegaKC Corporation not to exceed $2,870,540.00
• Discussion of HVAC system challenges and historical infrastructure failures at the downtown courthouse
• Presentation on flooding and raw sewage backup at 1300 Washington
• Discussion of back pay issues for contracted employees
• Discussion of summertime work hour flexibility for Parks and Recreation employees

Rules Committee

The Jackson County Rules Committee meeting scheduled for August 18, 2025 was canceled. No ordinances, resolutions, or other matters will be discussed or decided at this time.

911 Oversight Committee

The Jackson County 911 Oversight Committee meeting set for August 18, 2025 was cancelled. A joint session with the Rules Committee is planned to discuss the 911 Grant Fund Program. No ordinances, resolutions, or decisions were adopted at this meeting.

• Joint session with Rules Committee to discuss the 911 Grant Fund Program (no decision scheduled)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee is reviewing two ordinances and one resolution. Ordinance 5997 would require elected officials who improperly deny certified recall petitions to reimburse special election costs. Ordinance 6001 would establish a Senior Citizens' Services Fund. Resolution 21967 would adopt a regional hazard mitigation plan to maintain federal grant eligibility.

• Ordinance 5997: Financial accountability for recall petition denial, requiring cost reimbursement
• Ordinance 6001: Establishment of Senior Citizens' Services Fund with new code sections
• Resolution 21967: Adoption of Regional Multi-Jurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan in partnership with MARC and neighboring counties

The committee adopted Resolution 21967, authorizing Jackson County to join the Regional Multi-Jurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. The motion was made by Manuel Abarca IV, seconded by Donna Peyton, and passed by voice vote. Ordinance 5997 and Ordinance 6001 were each held with no objection pending further review.

• Resolution 21967 adopted (voice vote)
• Ordinance 5997 held with no objection
• Ordinance 6001 held with no objection

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will hear from the Chief Administrative Officer, Human Resources, and Purchasing about a recent payroll overpayment. The committee will consider Ordinance 5996, which establishes fair property tax payment practices and protections during appeals. Resolution 21984 would transfer $36,300 from the Park Fund to purchase supplies at Lowe's for the Parks + Rec Department. Resolution 21855 has been dropped from the agenda.

• Discussion of recent payroll overpayment with CAO, HR, and Purchasing
• Ordinance 5996: establishing fair property tax payment practices and protections during appeals
• Resolution 21984: transferring $36,300 within the 2025 Park Fund for supplies at Lowe's Home Improvement
• Resolution 21855: dropped from the agenda

The Finance & Audit Committee met on August 18, 2025 and heard from Chief Administrative Officer Sylvya Stevenson, HR Interim Director Gina Campbell, and Purchasing Director Bob Crutsinger about payroll overpayments and employment start‑date errors, which are being corrected. The committee held Ordinance 5996 on fair property‑tax payment practices with no objection. It withdrew Resolution 21984 that would have transferred $36,300 from the 2025 Park Fund for Lowe’s supplies, and dropped Resolution 21855.

• Ordinance 5996 held with no objection
• Resolution 21984 withdrawn
• Resolution 21855 dropped

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing a resolution for a road salt and calcium chloride supply contract. The committee will also discuss declaring specific real property as surplus to authorize its sale.

• Contract for calcium chloride pellets and rock salt supplies with Nu-Life Labs, Inc. and Humana Chemicals, Inc. (Bid No. 24-087)
• Resolution to declare real property as surplus and solicit bids for sale regarding the Old JaxCo Public Health Site

The committee voted by voice to hold Resolution 21982, which awards a 24‑month contract for calcium chloride pellets and rock salt to Nu‑Life Labs, Inc. and Humana Chemicals, Inc. It also voted by voice to hold Resolution 21983, which declares certain real property surplus and authorizes the administration to solicit bids. Resolutions 21871 and 21860 were noted as dropped.

• Held Resolution 21982 (calcium chloride and rock salt contract) – voice vote
• Held Resolution 21983 (surplus real property and bid solicitation) – voice vote
• Resolution 21871 dropped
• Resolution 21860 dropped

Land Use Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing on three ordinances regarding zoning changes and a short-term rental permit. Members will also consider resolutions concerning a foreclosure moratorium and a conservation partnership.

• Ordinance 5998: Rezoning 3.94± acres from Agricultural to Residential Estates
• Ordinance 5999: Rezoning 5.00± acres from Agricultural to Residential Estates
• Ordinance 6000: Renewal of a conditional use permit for a short-term rental on 9.56± acres
• Resolution 21964: Proposed temporary moratorium on foreclosure proceedings and tax lien sales
• Resolution 21966: $25,000 agreement with Bridging the Gap for conservation planning

The Land Use Committee recommended Ordinance 5998 to rezone a 3.94‑acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates, and Ordinance 5999 to rezone a 5.00‑acre tract to the same district. It also recommended Ordinance 6000 to grant a conditional use permit for a short‑term rental on a 9.56‑acre Agricultural tract. Resolutions 21964 urging a temporary foreclosure moratorium and 21966 authorizing a $25,000 MOU for park conservation were both adopted. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Recommended Ordinance 5998 rezoning 3.94‑acre tract to Residential Estates (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance 5999 rezoning 5.00‑acre tract to Residential Estates (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance 6000 conditional use permit for short‑term rental on 9.56‑acre tract (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21964 urging temporary foreclosure and tax‑lien moratorium (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21966 authorizing $25,000 MOU with Bridging the Gap for park conservation (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee will consider a resolution awarding a contract to Gary Crossley Ford for the purchase of an ADA inmate transport van, a transport van, and two SUVs for the Sheriff's Office at a cost of $216,293.00.

• Resolution awarding contract to Gary Crossley Ford for four vehicles totaling $216,293.00

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee adopted Resolution 21985. The resolution awards a contract to Gary Crossley Ford of Kansas City for an ADA inmate transport van, a transport van, and two SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office. The contract is under State of Missouri Contract No. MC250182001 and the county cost is $216,293. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted Resolution 21985 awarding vehicle contract ($216,293) to Gary Crossley Ford

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for August 7, 2025, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

The Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for August 7, 2025 was cancelled. No ordinances or resolutions were considered. Consequently, no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

911 Oversight Committee

The Jackson County 911 Oversight Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, 2025, has been canceled. The agenda indicates that the Rules Committee and the 911 Oversight Committee had planned a continued discussion on the 911 Grant Funding Program, but the meeting did not occur.

• Meeting canceled; no ordinances or resolutions were considered.
• Planned discussion on the 911 Grant Funding Program, now postponed.

The Jackson County 911 Oversight Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, 2025 was canceled. No actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The Rules Committee and the 911 Oversight Committee will continue discussion on the 911 Grant Funding Program at a future date.

Rules Committee

This meeting was canceled. The Rules Committee and the 911 Oversight Committee are scheduled to continue a discussion on the 911 Grant Funding Program, but no formal action will be taken at this session.

• Meeting canceled
• Continued discussion on 911 Grant Funding Program between Rules Committee and 911 Oversight Committee

The Jackson County Rules Committee meeting on August 4, 2025 was canceled. No actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The Rules Committee and the 911 Oversight Committee will continue their discussion on the 911 Grant Funding Program.

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will consider two items: Ordinance 5996 establishing fair property tax payment practices and protections during appeals, and Resolution 21978 awarding a contract to M&M Golf Cars LLC for leasing golf carts and vehicles for Parks+Rec at a cost not to exceed $32,756.00.

• Ordinance 5996: Enacts sections of Jackson County Code on fair property tax payment practices and protections during appeals
• Resolution 21978: Awards 15-month contract with four 12-month options to M&M Golf Cars LLC for golf carts, beverage cars, six-passenger car, and range picker, totaling up to $32,756.00
• Contract uses OMNIA Partners Contract No. EV2671.1

The committee considered Ordinance 5996 on fair property tax payment practices and held it with no objection, without adopting it. The committee considered Resolution 21978 to award a fifteen‑month lease of golf carts, beverage cars, a six‑passenger car, and a range picker to M&M Golf Cars LLC for up to $32,756. A motion to recommend the resolution was voted 2‑2, and the resolution will move to the full Legislature with no committee recommendation.

• Ordinance 5996 held with no objection (no vote recorded)
• Resolution 21978 golf‑cart lease forwarded to full Legislature with no recommendation (vote 2‑2)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee is reviewing ordinances regarding a potential recall election and financial accountability for elected officials. The body is also discussing the establishment of a Senior Citizens' Services Fund and a regional hazard mitigation plan.

• Ordinance 5995: Special election on November 4, 2025, regarding the recall of County Executive Frank White, Jr.
• Ordinance 5997: Financial accountability and reimbursement of election costs for officials who obstruct certified recall petitions
• Ordinance 6001: Establishment of the Senior Citizens' Services Fund
• Resolution 21967: Participation in the Regional Multi-Jurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan with Cass, Clay, Platte, and Ray Counties

The committee voted not to recommend Resolution 21967, which would adopt the Regional Multi-Jurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, and will send it to the full legislature without endorsement. A motion to recommend not perfecting Ordinance 5995 (recall of County Executive Frank White, Jr.) passed by voice vote. Motions to hold Ordinances 5997 and 6001 also passed by voice vote.

• Recommend not perfecting Ordinance 5995 – passed by voice vote
• Hold Ordinance 5997 – passed by voice vote
• Hold Ordinance 6001 – passed by voice vote
• Do not recommend Resolution 21967 – voice vote 2-2 (failed); sent to full legislature with no recommendation

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is considering Ordinance 6002, which would repeal Section 5577 of the Jackson County Code regarding possession of firearms and age restriction, and enact two new sections on the same subject. The ordinance includes a severability clause and penalty provision. The committee may also consider Ordinance #6003, which was not on the printed agenda but has no objection to its consideration.

• Ordinance 6002: Repeal of Section 5577, Jackson County Code, relating to possession of firearms and age restriction
• Enactment of two new sections (5577 and 5578) on the same subject
• Severability clause and penalty provision included in the ordinance
• Potential consideration of Ordinance #6003, not on printed agenda

The Anti-Crime Committee reviewed Ordinance #6002, which would repeal Section 5577 of the 1984 Jackson County Code on firearm possession and age restrictions and replace it with two new sections. A motion to hold the ordinance was made by Megan L. Smith, seconded by Sean E. Smith, and it passed by voice vote. No other actions were taken.

• Motion to hold Ordinance #6002 passed by voice vote

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is discussing ordinances regarding a potential recall election for the County Executive and financial accountability for officials who obstruct recall petitions. The body is also reviewing property tax payment practices and commercial property assessment rate caps.

• Proposed special election on Nov. 4, 2025, for the recall of County Executive Frank White, Jr.
• Proposed $2,870,540.00 contract with MegaKC Corporation to connect Rock Island Trail and Little Blue Trace Trail
• Proposed $216,293.00 contract with Gary Crossley Ford for Sheriff's Office transport vehicles
• Final passage of $82,500.00 appropriation for the Jackson County Drug Task Force
• Rezoning requests for two tracts (3.94 and 5.00 acres) from Agricultural to Residential Estates

The Legislature approved the consent agenda, which included Ordinance #5994 appropriating $82,500 from the 2025 Grant Fund for the Jackson County Drug Task Force. A motion to hold Resolution #21978, concerning a $32,756 golf‑cart lease contract, passed by voice vote. The journal of the July 28, 2025 meeting was also approved by voice vote.

• Approved the journal of the July 28, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved the consent agenda, including Ordinance #5994 appropriating $82,500 (roll‑call vote: 8‑yes, 1‑absent)
• Motion to hold Resolution #21978 (golf‑cart lease contract) passed by voice vote

Public Works Committee

The July 28, 2025 meeting of the Jackson County Public Works Committee was canceled. No ordinances or resolutions were scheduled. Planned discussions on courthouse HVAC challenges and employee back pay did not occur.

• Meeting canceled; no business conducted
• Planned discussion on courthouse HVAC challenges with Director Brian Gaddie
• Planned discussion on parks employee work-hour flexibility and back pay with Director Michele Newman

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will discuss an ordinance establishing fair property tax payment practices and protections during appeals. The body will also vote on awarding supply contracts for office furniture, pavement marking services, and miscellaneous plumbing supplies.

• Ordinance 5996: Amending county code for property tax payment practices
• Resolution 21972: Awarding 24-month office furniture contract to Encompas Corp.
• Resolution 21973: Awarding 12-month pavement marking contract to Streetwise Inc.
• Resolution 21975: Awarding 24-month plumbing supplies contract to Reeves-Wiedeman Co.
• Resolution 21854: Dropped from agenda

The committee voted by voice to hold Ordinance #5996 on fair property tax payment practices. It adopted Resolution #21972 to award a 24‑month office‑furniture contract, Resolution #21973 for a 12‑month pavement‑marking contract, and Resolution #21975 for a 24‑month pipe and plumbing‑supply contract. Resolutions #21854 and #21857 were dropped.

• Held Ordinance #5996 (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #21972 – office furniture contract awarded (voice vote)
• Dropped Resolution #21854 (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #21973 – pavement marking services contract awarded (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #21975 – miscellaneous pipe and plumbing supplies contract awarded (voice vote)
• Dropped Resolution #21857 (voice vote)

911 Oversight Committee

The 911 Oversight Committee and Rules Committee will meet jointly to watch a demonstration of Amplifund, a software option for handling 911 grant funding applications and processes. No ordinances or resolutions are listed for discussion; the session focuses on evaluating the software.

• Joint committee viewing of Amplifund software demo for 911 grant management

The 911 Oversight Committee and the Rules Committee agreed to hold a joint session to view a software demonstration from Amplifund. Amplifund’s platform is being considered as a tool to manage 911 grant funding applications and processes. No vote tally was recorded for this decision.

• Scheduled joint session to view Amplifund software demo (no vote recorded)

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee and 911 Oversight Committee are meeting jointly to view a demonstration from Amplifund, a software option for managing 911 grant funding applications and processes. No ordinances or resolutions are listed for consideration.

• Joint session with 911 Oversight Committee to view Amplifund software demo for managing 911 grant funding applications and processes

The Rules Committee did not adopt any ordinances or resolutions. They scheduled a joint session with the 911 Oversight Committee to view an AmpliFund software demonstration for managing 911 grant funding applications. No votes were recorded.

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will review three resolutions: a sole-source contract for softball umpire services for Parks + Rec, a term contract for HVAC parts for various county departments, and an intergovernmental agreement with Lee's Summit for event parking at no cost to the county. These items are under consideration in committee.

• Resolution 21960: 12-month sole-source contract for softball umpire services to Eastern Jackson County USSSA Umpire Association for Parks + Rec
• Resolution 21970: 24-month term contract for HVAC parts to Charles D. Jones Company (North Kansas City, MO) under Invitation to Bid 25-026
• Resolution 21971: Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement with City of Lee's Summit for event parking accommodations at no cost to the county

The committee adopted Resolution 21960 awarding a twelve‑month term contract for softball umpire services to the Eastern Jackson County USSSA Umpire Association. It also adopted Resolution 21970 awarding a twenty‑four‑month contract for HVAC parts to Charles D. Jones Company. Finally, Resolution 21971 was adopted to authorize the County Executive to sign an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Lee’s Summit for event parking at no cost to the county. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution 21960 for softball umpire services (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21970 for HVAC parts supply (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21971 authorizing parking agreement with Lee’s Summit (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature is considering several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposal to place a recall question for County Executive Frank White, Jr. on the November ballot. Also under discussion are a commercial property assessment rate cap, changes to firearm age restrictions, and a moratorium on foreclosures for reassessment-affected homeowners. Multiple contracts for county services and supplies are up for approval.

• Ordinance 5995: Special election on November 4, 2025 for recall of County Executive Frank White, Jr.
• Ordinance 5990: Establishing a commercial property assessment rate cap in Jackson County
• Ordinance 5904: Repealing and replacing firearm possession age restrictions
• Resolution 21930: Urging a temporary moratorium on foreclosures and tax lien sales for 2023 reassessment cycle
• Ordinance 5994: $82,500 grant from ONDCP for drug task force vehicle leases and undercover drug purchases

The Jackson County Legislature adopted a resolution authorizing the Director of Parks + Rec to execute a $25,000 memorandum of understanding with Bridging the Gap for conservation planning. The body also approved a consent agenda that included multiple service contracts and resolutions. Two resolutions – one to sell the 1300 Washington St. property and another to transfer $49,500 for legal services – were defeated, as was an ordinance to appropriate $82,500 from the Grant Fund. Additional items such as a recognition award and an intergovernmental parking agreement were adopted.

• Adopted Resolution authorizing $25,000 park conservation MOU with Bridging the Gap (adopted via consent agenda)
• Approved Consent Agenda containing multiple contracts and resolutions (9 Yes)
• Defeated Resolution #21641 to sell 1300 Washington St. property (4 Yes, 5 No)
• Defeated Resolution #21766 to transfer $49,500 for legal services (0 Yes, 9 No)
• Defeated Ordinance appropriating $82,500 from Grant Fund (motion failed)
• Defeated Ordinance #6003 repealing senior tax credit subsection (8 Yes, 1 Abstain – failed)
• Adopted Resolution #21974 recognizing Father Paul Turner as 2025 Catholic Media Association Awards Author of the Year (9 Yes)
• Adopted Resolution authorizing intergovernmental cooperative agreement with City of Lee’s Summit for event parking (adopted via consent agenda)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Jackson County Justice and Law Enforcement Committee will consider an ordinance appropriating $82,500 from a federal HIDTA grant for the Drug Task Force, covering lease vehicles and undercover drug purchases. They will also review two resolutions awarding contracts for inmate clothing, mattresses, bedding, and linens for the county detention center, with options to extend. All items are marked as signed but are being discussed in committee.

• Ordinance 5994: appropriates $82,500 from the HIDTA grant for Drug Task Force vehicle leases and undercover drug purchases.
• Resolution 21968: awards a 12-month contract for inmate clothing to Bob Barker and Victory Supply, with two 12-month renewal options.
• Resolution 21969: awards a 12-month contract for mattresses, bedding, and linens to Bob Barker, Victory Supply, and Charm-Tex, with two renewal options.
• Supporting documents including bid sheets and evaluation memos are attached for review.
• All agenda items are listed as already signed, indicating committee review of executed actions.

Public Works Committee

The Jackson County Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025 was cancelled. No ordinances or resolutions were pending. Director Brian Gaddie was invited to discuss courthouse HVAC system challenges and back‑pay issues for contracted employees. Director Michele Newman was invited to discuss summertime work‑hour flexibility and back‑pay for some contracted park employees.

• Director Brian Gaddie to discuss courthouse HVAC system challenges
• Director Brian Gaddie to discuss back‑pay challenges for contracted employees
• Director Michele Newman to discuss work‑hour flexibility during summertime weather
• Director Michele Newman to discuss back‑pay for some contracted park employees

911 Oversight Committee

The 911 Oversight Committee meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025, has been canceled. No decisions or discussions will occur.

Rules Committee

The meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025, has been canceled. The agenda originally included a joint session with the 911 Oversight Committee regarding the Jackson County 911 Grand Funding Program.

• Proposed approval of Line Item Budgeting Code for administration
• Proposed revision of process for submission requests
• Proposed creation of a timeline for proposals

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is discussing ordinances regarding a potential recall election for the County Executive and property tax payment protections. The body is also reviewing several supply contracts and resolutions for county property sales.

• Ordinance 5995: Proposed special election on November 4, 2025, regarding the recall of County Executive Frank White, Jr.
• Resolution 21641: Proposed sale of County-owned property at 1300 Washington Street, Kansas City, MO
• Resolution 21766: Proposed $49,500 contract for consultation services with Colette Holt & Associates Law Firm
• Ordinance 5990: Proposed commercial property assessment rate cap
• Ordinance 5996: Proposed fair property tax payment practices and protections during appeals

The Jackson County Legislature adopted its consent agenda, approving a series of procurement contracts and resolutions, including a property sale and a foreclosure moratorium, with an 8‑0 vote (1 absent). It also approved a limited legal services agreement with Spencer Fane Law Firm for up to $60,000, passing 6‑2 (1 absent). Finally, the body authorized an agreement with the Independence Chamber of Commerce to use county parking for the Santa‑Cali‑Gon Days Festival at no cost, passing 8‑0 (1 absent).

• Adopted Consent Agenda, approving multiple contracts and resolutions (8‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved $60,000 legal services agreement with Spencer Fane Law Firm (6‑2, 1 absent)
• Authorized parking use for Santa‑Cali‑Gon Days Festival, no cost to county (8‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved $49,500 contract for consultation services to Colette Holt & Associates (adopted via consent agenda)
• Approved temporary foreclosure moratorium for residential properties (adopted via consent agenda)
• Awarded copier lease contract to Toshiba America Business Solutions (adopted via consent agenda)
• Awarded trash removal contract to Waste Management of Kansas (adopted via consent agenda)
• Awarded GIS software maintenance contract to ESRI (adopted via consent agenda)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will consider and vote on five resolutions awarding contracts for various county services. These include a 60-month copier lease with Toshiba, a 12-month softball umpire services contract, a 24-month trash removal contract with Waste Management, a 12-month electrical supplies contract with Graybar, and a 12-month GIS software maintenance agreement with Esri. All items are routine term-and-supply contract awards with no public hearings scheduled.

• Award of 60-month copier lease contract to Toshiba America Business Solutions, Lee's Summit, MO, via Omnia Partners contract R241204
• Award of 12-month softball umpire services contract (with options) to Eastern Jackson County USSSA Umpire Association as sole source
• Award of 24-month trash removal contract (with options) to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc., via Invitation to Bid 24-096
• Award of 12-month electrical supplies contract (with options) to Graybar Electric Company of St. Louis via City of Kansas City contract EV2370
• Award of 12-month GIS software maintenance and licenses contract (with options) to Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri) as sole source

The committee adopted five resolutions that award contracts for county services. Resolutions 21959, 21960, 21961, 21962, and 21963 were each passed by voice vote. The contracts cover leased copiers, softball umpire services, trash removal, electrical supplies, and GIS software maintenance.

• Adopted Resolution 21959 awarding a 60‑month copier lease to Toshiba America Business Solutions (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21960 awarding softball umpire services to Eastern Jackson County USSSA Umpire Association (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21961 awarding a 24‑month trash removal contract to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc. (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21962 awarding a 12‑month electrical supplies contract to Graybar Electric Company (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21963 awarding a 12‑month GIS software maintenance contract to Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider introducing a recall election for County Executive Frank White Jr. and debate resolutions urging a temporary foreclosure moratorium for homeowners affected by property reassessments. Several ordinances are up for perfection, including a firearms age restriction repeal and a commercial property assessment rate cap. The County Executive's veto of a charter amendment ordinance and a senior tax credit change will also be discussed. Consent agenda and various contracts for copiers, umpire services, and trash removal are on the table.

• Introduction of Ordinance 5995 calling a special election Nov 4, 2025, on recall of County Executive Frank White Jr.
• Resolution 21930 and 21964 urging a temporary moratorium on foreclosures and tax lien sales for reassessment-affected homeowners
• Ordinance 5904 repealing and replacing firearms age restriction code sections
• Ordinance 5990 establishing a commercial property assessment rate cap
• Resolution 21641 authorizing sale of county-owned property at 1300 Washington Street via competitive bidding

The Legislature voted to override the County Executive’s vetoes on three ordinances, including a recall of County Executive Frank White Jr., a change to the senior tax‑credit deadline, and a second recall measure. Each override passed with the recorded vote counts. The body also approved resolutions authorizing a property sale, a fund transfer, vehicle disposal, and several service contracts, as well as a temporary foreclosure moratorium.

• Override veto of Ordinance #5989 (recall of County Executive) – passed (Yes 7, No 2)
• Override veto of Ordinance #5992 (senior tax‑credit deadline change) – passed (Yes 9)
• Override veto of Ordinance #5993 (second recall measure) – passed (Yes 8, Abstain 1)
• Waive reading of Resolutions #21921‑#21964 – passed (Yes 7, No 2)
• Authorize sale of County‑owned property at 1300 Washington St via competitive bidding – approved
• Transfer $49,500 within 2024 General Fund and contract with Colette Holt & Associates – approved
• Declare certain County‑owned vehicles surplus and authorize disposal – approved
• Approve temporary moratorium on foreclosures and tax‑lien sales for 2023 reassessment owners – approved

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is discussing a proposed ordinance and resolution to hold a special election on August 26, 2025, regarding the recall of County Executive Frank White, Jr. The body is also reviewing several ordinances related to firearm age restrictions, public accommodations, and commercial property tax caps.

• Proposed special election on August 26, 2025, for the recall of County Executive Frank White, Jr.
• Resolution to sell County-owned property at 1300 Washington Street, Kansas City, MO
• Contract for four new Jackson County Drug Task Force vehicles from Corwin Motors and Corwin Ford Lincoln for $196,634.00
• Contract for consultation services to Colette Holt & Associates Law Firm not to exceed $49,500.00
• Proposed ordinance establishing a commercial property assessment rate cap

The Legislature adopted Ordinance #5993, placing a question on recalling County Executive Frank White Jr. on a special election scheduled for August 26, 2025. The body also approved Resolution #21955 appointing four members to the Jackson County Sports Complex Authority for terms ending July 15, 2030. A consent agenda containing multiple supply contracts and a resolution declaring a county vehicle surplus was approved by a roll‑call vote of nine members.

• Adopted Ordinance #5993 to put recall of Exec Frank White Jr. on Aug 26, 2025 ballot (9‑Yes)
• Adopted Resolution #21955 nominating Shawn G. Foster, Joseph "Bo" Moreno, Kenneth B. McClain, and Jon R. Gray to Sports Complex Authority (9‑Yes)
• Adopted Resolution #21945 awarding uniform and facility rental contract to UniFirst (adopted via consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution #21946 awarding portable outdoor toilet rentals to ORI Outdoor Restrooms (adopted via consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution #21947 awarding body armor contract to Galls, LLC (adopted via consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution #21948 awarding public safety uniform contract to Galls, LLC (adopted via consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution #21949 awarding paint and painting supplies contract to PPG Architectural Finishes and Sherwin Williams (adopted via consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution #21952 declaring a County‑owned vehicle surplus and authorizing disposal (adopted via consent agenda)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will consider awarding three supply contracts for uniforms, portable toilets, and painting supplies to private vendors. The committee will also review ordinances and resolutions in committee.

• Award contract for uniforms and facility rental products to UniFirst (24-34 months)
• Award contract for portable toilet rentals to ORI Outdoor Restrooms (24 months)
• Award contract for paint and supplies to PPG and Sherwin Williams (24 months)
• Review ordinances and resolutions in committee
• Meeting at Jackson County Courthouse, 415 E.12th Street

The committee approved Resolution 21945 to award a uniform and facility rental contract to UniFirst (Clean Uniform) of Kansas City, MO. It also approved Resolution 21946 to award a portable outdoor toilet rental contract to ORI Outdoor Restrooms of Blue Springs, MO. Finally, Resolution 21949 was adopted to award a paint and painting supplies contract to PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc. of Columbia, MO and Sherwin Williams of Cleveland, OH. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution 21945 awarding UniFirst uniform contract (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21946 awarding ORI portable toilet contract (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21949 awarding paint supplies contract to PPG and Sherwin Williams (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee will consider a resolution to declare certain county-owned sheriff vehicles surplus and authorize their disposal. It will also discuss awarding a contract to Corwin Motors and Corwin Ford for four new vehicles for the Jackson County Drug Task Force, with a total cost of $196,634. Both items are presented with supporting attachments and fiscal notes.

• Resolution to declare specific county-owned sheriff vehicles surplus property
• Resolution to award a $196,634 contract to Corwin Motors of Springfield and Corwin Ford of Republic for four new Drug Task Force vehicles
• Fiscal Note 25-232 detailing the vehicle contract costs
• Attachments: surplus declaration form and contract award documentation

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will consider two resolutions awarding term-and-supply contracts to Galls, LLC for body armor with accessories and public safety uniforms. Both contracts include a 36- or 45-month base term with three 12-month renewal options and are piggybacked on existing competitively bid Sourcewell contracts. No dollar figures are stated in the agenda.

• Resolution 21947: 45-month term contract for body armor and accessories to Galls, LLC via Sourcewell Contract No. 091924
• Resolution 21948: 36-month term contract for public safety uniforms to Galls, LLC via Sourcewell Contract No. 011124
• Both resolutions have attachments labeled 'Signed' and include departmental spending memos and pricing details

The Finance & Audit Committee approved Resolution 21947, awarding a 45‑month contract to Galls LLC for body armor and related accessories. The committee also approved Resolution 21948, awarding a 36‑month contract to Galls LLC for public safety uniforms. Both motions were recommended by Jalen Anderson, seconded by Donna Peyton, and passed by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution 21947 awarding 45‑month body‑armor contract to Galls LLC (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 21948 awarding 36‑month uniform contract to Galls LLC (voice vote)

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee and 911 Oversight Committee are holding a joint session. They will discuss processes and Standard Operating Procedures for the Jackson County 911 Grant Funding Program.

• Approval of Line Item Budgeting Code for administration
• Revision and approval of the process for submission requests
• Creation of a timeline for proposals

The Rules Committee held a joint session with the 911 Oversight Committee to discuss processes and standard operating procedures for the Jackson County 911 Grant Funding Program. Members considered approving a line‑item budgeting code, revising the submission request process, and creating a timeline for proposals. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

911 Oversight Committee

The 911 Oversight Committee and the Rules Committee will hold a joint session to discuss and revise processes and standard operating procedures for the Jackson County 911 Grant Funding Program. The committee will consider approving a line-item budgeting code, revising the submission request process, and creating a timeline for proposals.

• Approve line-item budgeting code for administration budget
• Revise and approve process for submission requests
• Create timeline for proposals

The 911 Oversight Committee held a joint session to discuss the Jackson County 911 Grant Funding Program. Members presented proposals to adopt a line‑item budgeting code, revise the submission process, and create a proposal timeline. No formal approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances, including a proposed charter amendment for the November 2025 election and a commercial property assessment rate cap. The body is also considering various service contracts and legal settlements.

• Ordinance 5989 to submit a Jackson County Charter amendment to voters on November 4, 2025
• Ordinance 5980 for a $387,500 food management contract with Aramark Correctional Services
• Ordinance 5990 to establish a commercial property assessment rate cap
• Resolution 21958 for a $250,000 settlement payment to Brittany Simek
• Resolution 21956 for $196,634 to purchase four vehicles for the Jackson County Drug Task Force

The Legislature approved several ordinances, including a $75,000 appropriation for a new COMBAT position, a $387,500 contract to furnish food services for the Detention Center, and an ordinance establishing penalties for off‑road vehicle use on county streets. It also approved a charter amendment question to appear on the Nov 4, 2025 ballot. Additional resolutions authorized various contracts and property actions.

• Adopted Ordinance #5969 creating COMBAT position with $75,000 (9‑0 Yes)
• Adopted Ordinance #5980 awarding $387,500 food services contract to Aramark Correctional Services (8 Yes, 1 Abstain)
• Adopted Ordinance #5983 setting penalties for off‑road vehicle use on county streets (9‑0 Yes)
• Adopted Ordinance #5989 placing charter amendment question on Nov 4, 2025 ballot (6 Yes, 3 No)
• Failed Ordinance #5991 amendment to property‑assessment appeal deadline (4 Yes, 2 No, 2 Abstain)
• Adopted Resolution #21922 directing Legislative Auditor to prepare RFP for Board of Equalization consultant (9‑0 Yes)
• Adopted Resolution #21930 awarding 24‑month heavy‑equipment rental contract to Road Builders Machinery and H&E Equipment (9‑0 Yes)
• Adopted Resolution #21937 authorizing $9,560 addendum with Johnson Controls for Parks + Rec at Ft. Osage Education Center (9‑0 Yes)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is considering a resolution to award a 24-month term and supply contract, with a 12-month option to extend, for bottled water and dispenser services to Metro Pure Water, LLC and DS Services of America (Primo Water). The contract covers various county departments under Invitation to Bid No. 24-079.

• Award of bottled water and dispenser services contract with two vendors: Metro Pure Water, LLC (Smithville, MO) and DS Services of America dba Primo Water North America (Mableton, GA)
• Contract term: 24 months with one 12-month renewal option, per Invitation to Bid No. 24-079

The committee approved Resolution #21938, which awards a 24‑month bottled‑water and dispenser services contract, with a one‑year extension option, to Metro Pure Water, LLC of Smithville, MO, and DS Services of America dba Primo Water North America of Mableton, GA. The motion was made by Sean E. Smith, seconded by Donna Peyton, and passed by voice vote. No other actions were recorded.

• Approved Resolution #21938 awarding bottled water contract (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will hold a public hearing regarding county construction projects. Directors of Parks and Recreation and Public Works will provide updates on active projects and associated wage orders.

• Public hearing on county construction projects
• Updates on active construction projects and associated wage orders

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter‑Governmental Affairs Committee will consider Resolution 21922, which instructs the Legislative Auditor to prepare a Request for Proposal for an advisory consultant to the Board of Equalization. The resolution is listed under ordinances in committee and has been signed. No other agenda items are noted.

• Resolution 21922 – directs Legislative Auditor to seek advisory consultant for Board of Equalization

The Inter‑Governmental Affairs Committee adopted Resolution 21922. The resolution directs the Legislative Auditor to prepare a request for proposals for an advisory consultant to the Board of Equalization. The motion was made by Manuel Abarca IV, seconded by Jeanie Lauer, and passed by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution 21922 directing auditor to prepare RFP for advisory consultant (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5990. The body will also consider ordinances on property assessment appeals and resolutions for various supply and service contracts.

• Ordinance #5990: establishing a commercial property assessment rate cap
• Ordinance #5991: amending deadline for commercial property assessment appeals
• Resolution 21937: $9,560.00 agreement addendum with Johnson Controls, Inc. for Ft. Osage Education Center
• Resolution 21939: MRO supplies and equipment contract awarded to Lowe's Home Centers, LLC
• Resolution 21940: fuel dispensing equipment services contract awarded to Petroleum Equipment, Inc.

The Finance & Audit Committee voted to recommend Ordinance 5990 establishing a commercial property assessment rate cap for perfection, with a 3‑1 vote. Ordinance 5991 failed to achieve perfection. The committee adopted Resolution 21937 authorizing a $9,560 addendum with Johnson Controls for the Parks + Rec Department. It also adopted Resolutions 21939 and 21940 awarding supply contracts to Lowe’s Home Centers and Petroleum Equipment, Inc.

• Ordinance 5990 recommended for perfection (3‑1 vote)
• Ordinance 5991 failed to achieve perfection
• Resolution 21937 adopted, authorizing $9,560 Johnson Controls addendum
• Resolution 21939 adopted, awarding 31‑month MRO supply contract to Lowe’s Home Centers
• Resolution 21940 adopted, awarding 24‑month fuel dispensing equipment contract to Petroleum Equipment, Inc.
• Resolution 21880 dropped
• Resolution 21881 dropped

Anti-Crime Committee

The Jackson County Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing Ordinance 5983, which would add a section to the county code regarding all-terrain vehicles. The ordinance has been put on hold unanimously, so no action is expected at this meeting. The agenda includes no other pending ordinances or resolutions.

• Ordinance 5983 to enact Section 5269 of the Jackson County Code related to all-terrain vehicles was placed on hold unanimously

The Anti‑Crime Committee considered Ordinance #5983, which would add sections to the Jackson County Code concerning the use of off‑road vehicles on surface streets and set penalties for violations. A motion to recommend the ordinance for perfection was made by Chair Donna Peyton and seconded by Jeanie Lauer. The motion passed by voice vote. No other actions were recorded.

• Recommended Ordinance #5983 for perfection – passed by voice vote

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 5987, which requires the County Assessor to postpone reclassifying short-term rental properties from residential to commercial until a county-wide registration and reporting system is established. It will also discuss Resolution 21922, directing the Legislative Auditor to prepare a Request for Proposal for an advisory consultant to the Board of Equalization.

• Ordinance 5987: Postpone short-term rental reclassification from residential to commercial until registration system created (public hearing)
• Resolution 21922: Instruct Legislative Auditor to prepare RFP for advisory consultant to Board of Equalization

The Inter‑Governmental Affairs Committee adopted Ordinance No. 5987, requiring the County Assessor to delay any reclassification of short‑term rental properties from residential to commercial until a county‑wide registration and reporting system is in place. The ordinance was approved by voice vote. The committee also adopted Resolution No. 21922, directing the Legislative Auditor to prepare a request for proposal for an advisory consultant to the Board of Equalization, also approved by voice vote.

• Ordinance 5987 adopted – postpone short‑term rental reclassification (voice vote)
• Resolution 21922 adopted – request RFP for advisory consultant to Board of Equalization (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions involving public safety funding, county code updates, and contract awards. The body is also considering a proposal to put a charter amendment question on the November 4, 2025, general election ballot.

• Proposed $387,500 contract with Aramark Correctional Services for food management at the Jackson County Detention Center
• Proposed $198,000 for renovations to the Family Court Division of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court
• Proposed $100,000 for a financial management system for the Prosecutor’s Office COMBAT Division
• Final passage of rezoning a 2.5± acre tract to Residential Estates and a 5.00± acre tract to Residential Ranchette
• Proposed ordinance to postpone reclassifying short-term rentals from residential to commercial

The Legislature adopted Ordinance #5987, directing the Assessor to postpone any reclassification of short‑term rental properties from residential to commercial until a county‑wide registration and reporting system is established. The measure passed unanimously (7‑0) with two members absent. Additional actions included adopting a resolution to add inspection photos to property cards, approving several funding appropriations, and honoring local community leader Roger James “Jim” Davis.

• Adopted Ordinance #5987 postponing short‑term rental reclassification until a registration system is in place (7‑0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #21843 requiring property cards to include inspection photos and comparable sales data (7‑0, 2 absent)
• Approved $387,500 contract for food‑management services to Aramark for the Detention Center (voice vote)
• Approved $69,345 appropriation from the 2024 Grant Fund for a three‑month VOCA grant extension (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #21936 honoring Roger James “Jim” Davis (7‑0, 2 absent)
• Approved $75,000 appropriation from the 2025 Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund for a new COMBAT Administration position (voice vote)
• Approved $100,000 appropriation from the 2025 Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund for a financial management system for COMBAT (adopted)
• Approved $25,000 appropriation from the 2025 Delinquent Sales Tax Fund for the Stand Against Violence KC Project (adopted)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will consider several ordinances and resolutions that approve funding and contracts for county projects. Key items include a $1,586,594 bridge replacement contract, a $387,500 food‑service contract for the Detention Center, and a $198,000 renovation appropriation for the Family Court Division. Additional resolutions award contracts for landscape services, cloud‑based software, and other supplies.

• Ordinance 5988: Bridge replacement over Fire Prairie Creek (Buckner Tarsney Road) – contract up to $1,586,594
• Ordinance 5980: Food management services for Jackson County Detention Center – $387,500
• Ordinance 5979: Renovations for Family Court Division – $198,000
• Resolution 21912: Landscape, architectural, engineering, and park planning services for Parks + Rec – 36‑month term
• Resolution 21916: Cloud‑based software‑as‑a‑service for Collection Department – 24‑month term extension

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is discussing Resolution 21930, which urges the County Executive to temporarily halt foreclosure proceedings and tax lien sales for residential property owners impacted by the 2023 Jackson County property reassessment cycle. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution 21930 urging a temporary moratorium on foreclosures and tax lien sales for residential owners affected by the 2023 reassessment cycle

The committee reviewed Resolution 21930, which urges the County Executive to impose a temporary moratorium on foreclosure proceedings and tax‑lien sales for owners affected by the 2023 property reassessment. The resolution was held and no vote was taken.

• Resolution 21930 held (no vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee will consider Ordinance 5983, which would enact a new section of the Jackson County Code related to all-terrain vehicles. The agenda also lists resolutions but none are specified. This is a perfection hearing.

• Ordinance 5983: enacting section 5269. of the Jackson County Code, 1984, regarding all-terrain vehicles

The committee considered Ordinance 5983, which would enact section 5269 of the Jackson County Code concerning all‑terrain vehicles. The ordinance was held and no vote tally was recorded. No other decisions were documented in the minutes.

• Ordinance 5983 on all‑terrain vehicles held (no vote recorded)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding county expenditures and vendor contracts. Key items include funding for court renovations and food management services for the detention center.

• Ordinance 5980: $387,500 for food management services at the Jackson County Detention Center awarded to Aramark Correctional Services
• Ordinance 5979: $198,000 for renovations to the Family Court Division of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court
• Resolution 21912: Contract for on-call landscape, architectural, engineering, and park planning services awarded to Vireo, LLC
• Resolution 21882 and 21883: Contracts for public safety uniforms and body armor awarded to Galls, LLC
• Resolution 21934: Split contract for heavy equipment rental awarded to Road Builders Machinery and Supply Co., Inc. and H&E Equipment Services, Inc.

The Finance & Audit Committee signed Ordinance 5980, appropriating $387,500 from the 2025 General Fund for a 24‑month food management services contract with Aramark Correctional Services for the Jackson County Detention Center. It also approved Ordinance 5979, allocating $198,000 for renovations to the Family Court Division. Several resolutions for contracts—including landscape services, office supplies, software, and marine supplies—were signed, while the bottled‑water contract resolution was dropped.

• Approved Ordinance 5980 appropriating $387,500 for detention center food services (signed)
• Approved Ordinance 5979 appropriating $198,000 for Family Court renovations (signed)
• Approved Resolution 21912 awarding landscape, engineering services to Vireo, LLC (signed)
• Approved Resolution 21914 awarding office paper contract to Clayton Paper & Distributing (signed)
• Approved Resolution 21915 awarding office supplies contract to Rangel Distributing and Office Products Alliance (signed)
• Approved Resolution 21916 awarding cloud‑based software contract to PayIt, LLC (signed)
• Approved Resolution 21919 awarding marine supplies contract to Medart Marine (signed)
• Dropped Resolution 21879 for bottled water and dispenser services (dropped)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee of Jackson County, Missouri, is meeting to discuss two items: an ordinance to amend the 2025 budget and set appropriations for the remainder of the fiscal year, and a resolution to approve an eight-month contract extension for golf carts, beverage cart, and range picker for the Parks + Rec Department. The lease extension with PNC Equipment Finance, LLC, is not to exceed $37,912.00 under an existing government contract.

• Ordinance 5985: Amend the 2025 amended budget and set appropriations for various agencies for fiscal year ending December 31, 2025
• Resolution 21903: Award eight-month contract extension for golf cart lease to PNC Equipment Finance, LLC, not to exceed $37,912.00

The committee voted to withdraw Ordinance #5985, which would have amended the 2025 budget. It also voted to withdraw Resolution #21903, which would have extended a lease for golf carts and related equipment for the Parks & Rec Department. Both motions were approved by voice vote.

• Withdraw Ordinance #5985 (voice vote)
• Withdraw Resolution #21903 (voice vote)

County Legislature

The County Legislature will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the annual budget and appropriations for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. The body is also considering several ordinances related to public safety, zoning, and county contracts.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #5986 to adopt the annual budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025
• Proposed $387,500 contract with Aramark Correctional Services for food management at the Jackson County Detention Center
• Proposed $198,000 for renovations to the Family Court Division of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court
• Final passage of rezoning for a 2.5± acre tract (AG to RE) and a 5.00± acre tract (AG to RR)
• Proposed sale of County-owned property at 1300 Washington Street, Kansas City, MO

The Legislature adopted Ordinance #5986, the FY 2025 budget, by a 9‑0 roll‑call vote. Members also waived reading of 27 pending ordinances and resolutions (6‑2, 1 absent). They approved several appropriations, including $75,000 for a new COMBAT position, $100,000 for a grant‑reporting system, $25,000 for the Stand Against Violence KC project, $198,000 for Family Court renovations, and $387,500 for food services at the detention center. Ordinance #5959 allocating $71,751 for a narcotics task‑force grant was adopted unanimously.

• Adopted FY 2025 budget (Ordinance #5986) – 9 Yes votes
• Waived reading of 27 ordinances/resolutions – 6 Yes, 2 No, 1 absent
• Adopted Ordinance #5959 appropriating $71,751 for narcotics task‑force grant – 9 Yes votes
• Approved $75,000 appropriation (Ordinance #5967) for a new COMBAT position
• Approved $100,000 appropriation (Ordinance #5969) for a financial management system for COMBAT
• Approved $25,000 appropriation (Ordinance #5971) for the Stand Against Violence KC project
• Approved $198,000 appropriation (Ordinance #5975) for Family Court renovations
• Approved $387,500 contract (Ordinance #5979) for food management services at the detention center

Anti-Crime Committee

The Jackson County Anti-Crime Committee is meeting to discuss ordinances and resolutions. The primary item on the agenda is a proposed ordinance related to all-terrain vehicles.

• Ordinance enacting section 5269 of the Jackson County Code, 1984, regarding all-terrain vehicles

The Anti‑Crime Committee considered Ordinance #5983, which enacts section 5269 of the 1984 Jackson County Code concerning all‑terrain vehicles. Sean E. Smith moved to hold the ordinance, Megan L. Smith seconded, and the motion passed by voice vote. No other actions were recorded.

• Motion to hold Ordinance #5983 (all‑terrain vehicles) passed by voice vote

County Legislature

The County Legislature is reviewing the 2025 annual budget and several proposed ordinances regarding firearm age restrictions and public accommodations. The body is also considering multiple service contracts for the detention center, parks, and public safety departments.

• Proposed $387,500 contract for food management services at the Jackson County Detention Center with Aramark Correctional Services
• Proposed $198,000 for renovations to the Family Court Division of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court
• Proposed $100,000 for a financial management system for the Prosecutor’s Office COMBAT Administration Division
• Final passage of rezoning a 2.5± acre tract to Residential Estates and a 5.00± acre tract to Residential Ranchette
• Resolution to sell County-owned property at 1300 Washington Street, Kansas City, MO

The Legislature adopted the annual budget for the fiscal year ending Dec 31 2025 (Ordinance 5985). It approved several appropriations, including funds for a new COMBAT position, a financial‑management system, the Stand Against Violence project, a VOCA grant extension, Family Court renovations, and a food‑service contract for the Detention Center. The body also approved rezoning of agricultural land to residential use and passed motions to waive the reading of multiple ordinances and resolutions.

• Adopted annual budget for FY ending Dec 31 2025 (Ordinance 5985) – approved
• Approved $75,000 appropriation for new COMBAT position (Ordinance 5967) – approved
• Approved $100,000 appropriation for COMBAT financial‑management system (Ordinance 5970) – approved
• Approved $198,000 appropriation for Family Court renovations (Ordinance 5979) – approved
• Approved $387,500 contract for food‑management services at Detention Center (Ordinance 5980) – approved
• Approved rezoning of 2.5‑acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates (Ordinance 5974) – approved
• Waived reading of Ordinances #5970‑#5982 by roll‑call vote 6‑3 – motion passed
• Waived reading of Resolutions #21766‑#21883 by roll‑call vote 6‑3 – motion passed

Housing & Homelessness Committee

The Housing & Homelessness Committee is meeting to hold a discussion on affordable housing. The session features Stephanie Boyer, CEO of reStart Inc.

• Discussion on affordable housing with Stephanie Boyer, CEO of reStart Inc.

The committee heard a presentation on affordable housing from Stephanie Boyer, CEO of reStart Inc. No ordinances or resolutions were considered, and no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Anti-Crime Committee

The Jackson County (MO) Anti‑Crime Committee will meet on Monday, June 2, 2025. The committee will review Ordinance 5983, which enacts section 5269 of the 1984 Jackson County Code concerning all‑terrain vehicles. The ordinance is listed as signed. No resolutions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Ordinance 5983: enact section 5269 of the 1984 Jackson County Code on all‑terrain vehicles

The Anti‑Crime Committee met on June 2, 2025 with four members present and two absent. A motion by Sean E. Smith, seconded by Jeanie Lauer, to hold Ordinance #5983 (relating to all‑terrain vehicles) was made. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Held Ordinance #5983 (voice vote)

County Legislature

The County Legislature is meeting to discuss and perfect two ordinances regarding the 2025 fiscal year budget. These items involve setting appropriations for various spending agencies and principal subdivisions.

• Ordinance 5985: Amendment to the 2025 amended budget
• Ordinance 5986: Adoption of the annual budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025

The Jackson County Legislature approved the floor amendment to adopt the FY 2025 budget, with eight members voting Yes and one member abstaining. The journal of the May 28 meeting was approved by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote. A public hearing on the budget was scheduled for June 9.

• Approved floor amendment to adopt FY 2025 budget (8 Yes, 1 Abstain)
• Approved journal of May 28, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is meeting to discuss budget appropriations for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. This includes the second perfection of an ordinance to amend the 2025 amended budget and the introduction of a new ordinance to adopt the annual budget.

• Ordinance 5985: Amend the 2025 amended budget (2nd Perfection)
• Ordinance 5986: Adopt the annual budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025

The Legislature approved the journal of the May 23, 2025 meeting by voice vote. Ordinance #5986 to adopt the fiscal year 2025 budget was introduced and assigned to the Legislature as a whole for further consideration. The scheduled meeting for Thursday, May 29, 2025 was cancelled. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote, with the next session set for Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

• Approved journal of May 23, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Assigned Ordinance #5986 (2025 budget) to Legislature as a whole
• Cancelled Thursday, May 29, 2025 meeting
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee meeting scheduled for May 23, 2025, has been canceled. No ordinances or other items will be discussed.

County Legislature

The Legislature will perfect an ordinance amending the 2025 budget. It is also awaiting a new budget ordinance from the County Executive. Two resolutions recognizing retirements will be introduced.

• Ordinance 5985 to amend 2025 budget (first perfection)
• Resolution 21931 recognizing Mark Bryant's 50-year retirement
• Resolution 21932 recognizing Carolyn Long's service
• County Legislature awaiting budget ordinance from County Executive

The Legislature approved the journal from the May 22 meeting by voice vote. It adopted Resolution #21932 honoring the retirement of Carolyn Long with a 7‑yes roll‑call vote. Members approved holding additional legislative meetings on May 28, 29, and 30, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., passing 6‑yes with three members absent. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote and the body will not meet on Monday, May 26, 2025 for Memorial Day.

• Approved journal of May 22 meeting (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #21932 recognizing retirement of Carolyn Long (7‑yes, 2‑absent)
• Approved schedule for legislative meetings on May 28‑30, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (6‑yes, 3‑absent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider Ordinance #5985 to amend the 2025 amended budget and set appropriations for fiscal year 2025. The Legislature is also awaiting a budget ordinance from the County Executive. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous meeting journal.

• Ordinance #5985 to amend the 2025 amended budget and set FY 2025 appropriations (introduced by Manuel Abarca IV)
• Legislature awaiting a budget ordinance from the County Executive
• Next legislative meeting scheduled for May 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM

The Jackson County Legislature approved the journal of the May 21, 2025 meeting by voice vote. No hearings, committee reports, or final ordinance passages occurred. Legislator Manuel Abarca IV introduced budget ordinance #5985, which was assigned to the Budget Committee for further action. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved journal of May 21, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Introduced budget ordinance #5985 and assigned to Budget Committee
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will convene for its nineteenth regular meeting to approve the previous journal, hear reports, and consider proposed ordinances. The body is awaiting a budget ordinance from the County Executive.

• Approval of the previous meeting's journal
• Hearings and reports from the County Executive
• Perfection and final passage of proposed ordinances
• Introduction of proposed ordinances and resolutions
• Awaiting budget ordinance from the County Executive

The Jackson County Legislature approved the journal of the May 19, 2025 meeting by voice vote. They excused the absences of Jeanie Lauer, Donna Peyton, and Jalen Anderson with a roll‑call vote of 5‑1. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved journal of May 19 meeting (voice vote)
• Excused absences of Jeanie Lauer, Donna Peyton, Jalen Anderson (5‑1 roll call)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Jackson County Anti-Crime Committee is meeting to discuss two ordinances: one enacting section 5269 of the county code related to all-terrain vehicles, and another enacting sections on off-road vehicle use on surface streets with penalties. The agenda also lists resolutions in committee, though no specific resolutions are detailed.

• Ordinance 5983: enacting section 5269 related to all-terrain vehicles
• Ordinance 5984: enacting sections 5228 and subsections 5210.24–5210.26 on off-road vehicles on surface streets with penalties
• Resolutions in committee (details not provided in agenda)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions, including funding for the Prosecutor's Office and various county service contracts. The body is also deciding on zoning changes and the sale of county-owned property.

• Proposed $387,500 contract for food management services at the Jackson County Detention Center with Aramark Correctional Services
• Proposed $198,000 for renovations to the Family Court Division of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court
• Proposed $100,000 for a financial management system for the Prosecutor’s Office COMBAT Administration Division
• Final passage of rezoning a 2.5± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates and a 5.00± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Ranchette
• Resolution to sell county-owned property at 1300 Washington Street, Kansas City, MO 64105

The Legislature approved the journal of the May 16, 2025 meeting by voice vote. Resolutions #21927 and #21928 were adopted during the session. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved previous meeting journal (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution #21927
• Adopted Resolution #21928

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee is meeting to discuss items in committee. The agenda includes a resolution regarding the procurement of an advisory consultant.

• Resolution 21922: Instructing the Legislative Auditor to prepare a Request for Proposal for an advisory consultant to the Board of Equalization

Rules Committee

The Jackson County Rules Committee will hold a discussion on E-911 funding. No ordinances or resolutions are listed for consideration. This is a discussion-only item with no decision expected.

• Discussion on E-911 funding

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing several ordinances for fund appropriations and various supply and service contracts. The body is deciding on funding for the Prosecutor's Office, court renovations, and multiple vendor agreements for county departments.

• Ordinance 5980: $387,500 for food management services at Jackson County Detention Center awarded to Aramark Correctional Services
• Ordinance 5979: $198,000 for renovations to the Family Court Division of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court
• Ordinance 5970: $100,000 for a financial management system for the Prosecutor's Office COMBAT Administration Division
• Ordinance 5971: $25,000 for the Stand Against Violence KC Project with Michael Mansur
• Resolution 21912: Contract for landscape, architectural, engineering, and park planning services awarded to Vireo, LLC

The Finance & Audit Committee adopted five ordinances appropriating funds for software, violence‑prevention, grant extension, court renovations, and a food‑service contract. It also adopted several resolutions awarding contracts for landscape‑architecture services, office paper supplies, a cloud‑based collection‑department software extension, marine supplies, sundry park items, and temporary personnel services. All listed actions were recorded as adopted.

• Adopted Ordinance 5970: $100,000 for COMBAT financial management system
• Adopted Ordinance 5971: $25,000 for Stand Against Violence KC Project
• Adopted Ordinance 5973: $69,345 for VOCA grant extension
• Adopted Ordinance 5979: $198,000 for Family Court renovations
• Adopted Ordinance 5980: $387,500 food‑service contract with Aramark Correctional Services
• Adopted Resolution 21912: 36‑month landscape, architectural, engineering services contract to Vireo, LLC
• Adopted Resolution 21914: 24‑month office paper supply contract to Clayton Paper & Distributing
• Adopted Resolution 21916: 24‑month SaaS solution extension for Collection Department to PayIt, LLC

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature adopted Ordinance #5909, which places a question to amend the county charter on the ballot for the August 5, 2025 primary election. The motion passed with five votes in favor, two against, one abstention, and one member excused. No hearings, committee reports, or other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Adopted Ordinance #5909 to submit charter amendment question to Aug 5 primary (5-2 vote, 1 abstain, 1 excused)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will hold its sixteenth regular meeting, including a hearing on the 2025 budget. There may also be an ordinance introduced regarding the 2025 budget. Other agenda items are routine procedural matters.

• Hearing: Discussion regarding the 2025 budget
• Possible introduction of an ordinance regarding the 2025 budget

The Legislature approved the journal of the May 14, 2025 meeting by voice vote. A motion to adjourn the May 15 meeting also passed by voice vote. No substantive policy, budget, or ordinance actions were taken.

• Approved journal of May 14, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will discuss the 2025 budget and consider final passage of an ordinance that would place a charter amendment question on the August 5 primary ballot. The ordinance has already been perfected and is up for final approval.

• Ordinance 5909: submitting charter amendment question to voters at August 5, 2025 primary election
• Discussion regarding the 2025 budget
• Possible introduction of an ordinance regarding the 2025 budget

The Jackson County Legislature approved the journal from the May 12, 2025 meeting by voice vote. The remainder of the session consisted of a hearing and discussion on the prosecutor’s office budget constraints, COMBAT funding, and emergency‑purchase guidance. No other motions were adopted, denied, or tabled.

• Approved journal of May 12, 2025 meeting (voice vote)

County Legislature

The County Legislature is discussing ordinances regarding firearm age restrictions, public accommodation discrimination, and a proposed charter amendment for the August 5, 2025 election. The body is also reviewing several funding appropriations for the Prosecutor's Office and various vendor contracts.

• Ordinance 5909: Proposed charter amendment for voters to decide on August 5, 2025
• Ordinance 5980: $387,500 contract for food management services at Jackson County Detention Center with Aramark Correctional Services
• Ordinance 5979: $198,000 for renovations to the Family Court Division of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court
• Ordinance 5971: $25,000 agreement with Michael Mansur for the Stand Against Violence KC Project
• Ordinance 5974 and 5977: Final passage of two rezoning requests from Agricultural to Residential

The Legislature approved several appropriations, including $387,500 for a food‑service contract with Aramark for the Detention Center and $198,000 for Family Court renovations. It also waived the reading of multiple pending ordinances and resolutions by roll‑call votes (4‑3‑2). Two rezoning changes were perfected, converting agricultural land to residential districts. No hearings or reports were presented.

• Approved $387,500 food‑service contract for Detention Center (PERFECTED)
• Approved $198,000 renovation contract for Family Court Division (PERFECTED)
• Waived reading of Ordinances #5967, #5969, #5970, #5971, #5973, #5975, #5979, #5980, #5982 (Yes 4, No 3, Absent 2)
• Waived reading of Ordinances #5976 and #5977 (Yes 4, No 3, Absent 2)
• Waived reading of Resolutions #21766‑#21922 (Yes 4, No 3, Absent 2)
• Perfected rezoning ordinance converting 2.5‑acre tract from AG to RE (PERFECTED)
• Perfected rezoning ordinance converting 5‑acre tract from AG to RR (PERFECTED)
• Approved $71,751 grant acceptance from Missouri Western Interdiction and Narcotics Task Force (PERFECTED)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss county trenching policies and related safety procedures. Bryan Covinsky, County Counselor, and Michele Newman, Director of Parks + Rec, are requested to present.

• Discussion on County Trenching Policies and Related Safety Procedures

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee will consider a resolution authorizing the County Executive to sign cooperative agreements with agencies that assist domestic violence victims. The total cost to the county is capped at $128,295.00. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution (21906) authorizing cooperative agreements for domestic violence victim services, aggregate cost not to exceed $128,295.00

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider several ordinances, including a repeal and rewrite of firearm possession age rules, multiple appropriations for court facilities and prosecutor programs, and a charter amendment question for the August 5 primary. They will also vote on rezoning of agricultural land to residential districts and on various contracts and resolutions for county services.

• Ordinance 5909: Submit a charter amendment question to voters for the August 5, 2025 primary election
• Ordinance 5964: Repeal and replace firearm possession age restrictions (Sections 5577 & 5578)
• Ordinance 5966: Appropriate $1,688,456 from General Fund, $293,956 from Health Fund, $708,172 from Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund for Circuit Court, Family Court, and facilities budget
• Ordinance 5974: Rezone 2.5‑acre tract from Agricultural (AG) to Residential Estates (RE)
• Resolution 21641: Authorize sale of county property at 1300 Washington Street via competitive bidding

The Jackson County Legislature waived the reading of dozens of ordinances and resolutions, passing the motion 6‑3. It approved a $1,688,456 appropriation from General, Health and Anti‑Crime funds for court facilities and other appropriations for county services. The body unanimously rezoned three parcels, converting agricultural land to residential estates and ranches, and adopted a new ordinance regulating wreckers and tow services. It also approved a $387,500 contract for food services at the detention center and a $198,000 renovation for the Family Court.

• Waived reading of Ordinances #5904‑#5980 (vote 6‑3)
• Approved $1,688,456 appropriation for court facilities (included in waived ordinances)
• Rezoned 2.5‑acre tract from District AG to District RE (vote 9‑0)
• Rezoned 5‑acre tract from District AG to District RR (vote 9‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5978 regulating wreckers and tow services (vote 9‑0)
• Approved $387,500 contract with Aramark for food services at Detention Center
• Adopted Ordinance #5981 repealing child‑neglect subsection (vote 6‑2‑1)
• Authorized sale of 1300 Washington Street property via competitive bidding (Resolution 21641, vote 6‑3)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is discussing an ordinance that would repeal and replace a subsection of the Jackson County Code related to recklessly failing to care for or control a child. The committee will also consider a signed resolution (5981). This meeting is a committee-level review; no final vote by the full legislature is included.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace subsection 5560.3 of the Jackson County Code regarding failure to care for or control a child
• Resolution 5981 (signed) in committee

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 5978 and Code Enforcement Regulations. The committee also plans to hold a closed session to discuss auditor work product.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 5978 regarding wreckers and tow services
• Discussion of Code Enforcement Regulations
• Closed session regarding auditor work product under section 610.021(17)

The Inter‑Governmental Affairs Committee signed Ordinance 5978 and its substitute, which amend tow‑service sections of the Jackson County Code. The committee set a public hearing for the ordinance and related code‑enforcement regulations on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. It also entered a closed session under Missouri law to discuss confidential auditor work‑product matters. No other resolutions were considered.

• Signed Ordinance 5978 (tow services code change)
• Signed Ordinance 5978S (substitute amendment)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 5978 on May 5, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
• Held closed session for confidential auditor work‑product communications

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee will consider an ordinance regarding wreckers and tow services. The committee will also receive an update on Inter-City Fire District concerns regarding code enforcement.

• Ordinance enacting sections 5293 through 5297 of Jackson County Code, 1984, regarding wreckers and tow services
• Update on Inter-City Fire District concerns with Code Enforcement

The Inter‑Governmental Affairs Committee held Ordinance No. 5978, which updates sections of the Jackson County Code related to wreckers and tow services, with no objection. No vote tally was recorded. A public hearing for the ordinance was scheduled for Monday, May 5. The committee also noted it will receive updates on inter‑city fire district concerns and code enforcement.

• Ordinance 5978 on wreckers and tow services held with no objection
• Public hearing for Ordinance 5978 scheduled for May 5

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss a resolution awarding a 24-month contract for trash removal services to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc. (Bid 24-096). Department directors will also provide updates on personnel matters, snowplow and trenching policies, OSHA training compliance, equipment reporting, and organizational charts for Public Works and Parks and Recreation.

• Resolution 21874: 24-month term contract with two 12-month options for trash removal to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc. via Invitation to Bid 24-096
• Review of job descriptions and salary schedules for Public Works and Parks & Recreation employees
• Discussion of policies and procedures for snowplow operations and trenching activities
• Status update on OSHA 10/30 training schedules and compliance
• Report on unaccounted-for or missing equipment

The committee reviewed Resolution 21874, which would award a 24‑month trash removal contract to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc. A motion to hold the resolution was made by Donna Peyton, seconded by Sean E. Smith, and passed by voice vote. No ordinances or other resolutions were acted upon.

• Resolution #21874 held (postponed) – motion passed by voice vote

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider several ordinances and resolutions at its April 28 meeting. Key items include a proposed repeal and replacement of firearm possession age restrictions, a charter amendment to be put to voters in August, and multiple budget appropriations for courts, anti-crime programs, and prosecutor's office. The agenda also includes a number of contract awards and a property sale resolution.

• Ordinance 5904: Repeal and replace firearm possession age restrictions (Section 5577)
• Ordinance 5909: Submit charter amendment to voters at August 5 primary
• Ordinance 5966: $2.69M appropriation for Circuit Court, Family Court, and Family Court Facilities 2025 budget
• Ordinance 5974: Rezone 2.5± acre tract from AG (Agricultural) to RE (Residential Estates)
• Resolution 21641: Authorize sale of county-owned property at 1300 Washington Street via competitive bid

The Legislature voted 6‑3 to waive the reading of Ordinances #5971 and #5973. It also voted to hold four land‑use ordinances—#5974, #5975, #5976 (each 6‑3) and #5977 (7‑2)—preventing them from advancing. A motion to waive the reading of Resolutions #21843 through #21903 passed 6‑3. The meeting recorded a resolution authorizing the sale of the county‑owned property at 1300 Washington Street and a resolution transferring $49,500 to Colette Holt & Associates.

• Waived reading of Ordinances #5971 & #5973 (6‑3)
• Held Ordinance #5974 rezoning 2.5‑acre tract (6‑3)
• Held Ordinance #5975 wedding/events facilities (6‑3)
• Held Ordinance #5976 vacating lots in Moore View subdivision (6‑3)
• Held Ordinance #5977 rezoning 5‑acre tract (7‑2)
• Waived reading of Resolutions #21843‑#21903 (6‑3)
• Resolution authorizing sale of 1300 Washington St property recorded
• Resolution transferring $49,500 to Colette Holt & Associates recorded

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hold a public hearing on Ordinances 5974, 5975, 5976, and 5977. These cover a 2.5-acre rezoning from Agricultural to Residential Estates, a new section on wedding and events facilities in unincorporated areas, vacating lots in Moore View subdivision, and a 5-acre rezoning from Agricultural to Residential Ranchette. The committee will also consider resolutions for a softball umpire contract, utility easements for Spire Missouri, and a temporary right-of-entry for Independence's Square Streetscape Project.

• Ordinance 5974: Rezone 2.5± acres from AG to RE (Residential Estates)
• Ordinance 5975: New rules for wedding and events facilities in unincorporated areas
• Ordinance 5976: Vacate Lots 2-5 of Moore View subdivision
• Ordinance 5977: Rezone 5± acres from AG to RR (Residential Ranchette)
• Resolution 21873: Sole-source contract for softball umpire services with Eastern Jackson County USSSA Umpire Association

The Land Use Committee considered four zoning ordinances and three resolutions. Each motion resulted in a tie vote, so none were adopted. All items were referred to the full County Legislature without recommendation.

• Ordinance 5974 rezoning 2.5‑acre tract from District AG to District RE – motion failed (tie), sent to Legislature
• Ordinance 5975 enacting subsection 24005.26 for wedding and events facilities – motion failed (tie), sent to Legislature
• Ordinance 5976 vacating Lots 2‑5 of Moore View subdivision – motion failed (tie), sent to Legislature
• Ordinance 5977 rezoning 5.00‑acre tract from District AG to District RR – motion failed (tie), sent to Legislature
• Resolution 21873 awarding softball umpire services contract to Eastern Jackson County USSSA Umpire Association – motion failed (tie), sent to Legislature
• Resolution 21904 authorizing County Executive to execute easements for Spire Missouri, Inc. – motion failed (tie), sent to Legislature
• Resolution 21911 authorizing County Executive to execute a temporary Right‑of‑Entry for the City of Independence Square Streetscape Project – motion failed (tie), sent to Legislature

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will consider several ordinances, including one to repeal and replace the senior property tax credit with a tax freeze. They will also vote on appropriations for a COMBAT financial management system ($100,000), a Stand Against Violence KC project ($25,000), and a VOCA grant extension ($69,345). Multiple resolutions awarding contracts for services such as body transport, hazardous waste access, paint, water, MRO supplies, fuel equipment, uniforms, body armor, and portable toilets are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 5965: Repeal and replace senior property tax credit with a tax freeze (Senior Property Tax Freeze).
• Ordinance 5970: Appropriation of $100,000 for a financial management system for COMBAT grant reporting.
• Ordinance 5971: Appropriation of $25,000 for a cooperative agreement with Michael Mansur for Stand Against Violence KC Project.
• Ordinance 5973: Appropriation of $69,345 for a three-month extension of the VOCA grant for the Prosecutor's Office.
• Resolution 21875: Award of a body transportation services contract to First Call of Kansas City, MO for the Medical Examiner's Office.

The Finance & Audit Committee unanimously waived the required readings for four ordinances and eight resolutions, allowing them to be acted on immediately. The committee then approved ordinances appropriating funds for a senior tax credit revision, a financial‑management system, a violence‑prevention project, and a VOCA grant extension. It also approved several resolutions awarding contracts for body‑transport services, hazardous‑waste access, public‑safety uniforms, and other county supplies.

• Waived readings for Ordinances 5965, 5970, 5971, 5973 and Resolutions 21875‑21883, 21897 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5965 repealing senior tax credit subsections and enacting new ones
• Approved Ordinance 5970 appropriating $100,000 from the Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund for financial‑management software
• Approved Ordinance 5971 appropriating $25,000 from the Delinquent Sales Tax Fund for the Stand Against Violence KC project
• Approved Ordinance 5973 appropriating $69,345 from the 2024 Grant Fund for a VOCA grant extension
• Approved Resolution 21875 awarding a body‑transport services contract to First Call of Kansas City
• Approved Resolution 21876 authorizing a hazardous‑waste access agreement costing $26,761
• Approved Resolution 21882 awarding a public‑safety uniform contract to Galls, LLC

County Legislature

The Legislature will consider repealing firearm possession age restrictions and placing a charter amendment on the August 5, 2025, primary election ballot. Multiple appropriations totaling over $2.8 million for courts, COMBAT, and prosecutor's office are up for perfection. New ordinances include rezoning two tracts and regulating wedding/event facilities in unincorporated areas.

• Ordinance 5904: repeals firearm age restrictions in county code
• Ordinance 5909: submits charter amendment question to voters in August primary
• Ordinance 5966: appropriates $1,688,456 from General Fund for circuit and family court budgets
• Resolution 21843: requires property assessment cards to include property photos and comparable sales photos
• Resolution 21876: agreement for household hazardous waste access for unincorporated residents, cost $26,761

The Legislature waived the reading of four budget ordinances (5967‑5971) by a 6‑3 vote and withdrew a VOCA grant extension ordinance. It approved a $71,751 grant to the Missouri Western Interdiction and Narcotics Task Force and authorized the sale of the county‑owned 1300 Washington Street property. Additional actions included approving a $49,500 consulting contract, a month‑to‑month food service contract for the Detention Center, and several multi‑year procurement contracts, including hazardous‑waste services.

• Waived reading of Ordinances 5967, 5969, 5970, 5971 (6-3 vote)
• Withdrew Ordinance 5972 (VOCA Grant extension) by sponsor
• Approved $71,751 grant to Missouri Western Interdiction and Narcotics Task Force
• Authorized sale of County property at 1300 Washington St via competitive bidding
• Approved $49,500 contract with Colette Holt & Associates for consultation services
• Approved month-to-month food service contract extension for Detention Center to Trinity Services Group
• Approved 24‑month calcium chloride and rock salt supply contracts to Nu‑Life Labs and Humana Chemicals
• Authorized Intergovernmental Agreement with Mid‑America Regional Council for hazardous waste access ($26,761)

Finance & Audit Committee

This meeting was canceled. The Finance & Audit Committee was scheduled to hear a presentation from the Missouri State Tax Commission regarding a formal STC Rollback Order and consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a senior property tax freeze, funding for COMBAT grant software, and multiple contract awards.

• Ordinance 5965: repealing and replacing sections on senior property tax freeze/freeze application and deadline
• Ordinance 5970: appropriating $100,000.00 from Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for COMBAT grant financial management software
• Ordinance 5971: appropriating $25,000.00 for Stand Against Violence KC Project cooperative agreement with Michael Mansur
• Ordinance 5973: appropriating $69,345.00 for VOCA grant extension for Prosecutor's Office
• Resolution 21876: intergovernmental agreement with MARC for household hazardous waste access, cost $26,761.00

County Legislature

The Legislature is considering several ordinances, including a repeal of firearm possession age restrictions, a charter amendment question for the August primary, and a property assessment rollback limiting increases to 15%. Also up for final passage are multiple appropriations for courts, anti-crime funds, and a task force grant. Numerous resolutions award contracts for county services including jail food, supplies, and software maintenance.

• Repeal of firearm possession age restrictions (Ordinance 5904)
• Charter amendment question on August 2025 ballot (Ordinance 5909)
• Property assessment rollback to cap value increases at 15% over 2022 (Ordinance 5958)
• Revisions to senior tax credit (Ordinances 5965, 5968)
• Appropriations: $2.69M for circuit court & family court budgets, $75K for COMBAT position, $100K for grant system, and $71.8K for drug task force grant

The Legislature adopted Ordinance #5958, requiring the Assessor to roll back any 2023 parcel values that rose more than 15% and to comply with the State Tax Commission order (5‑4). It also adopted Ordinance #5968, revising senior tax credit provisions (9‑0). Several other measures were waived from reading or held for later consideration.

• Adopted Ordinance #5958 requiring assessment roll compliance and roll back >15% increase (5‑4)
• Adopted Ordinance #5968 revising senior tax credit subsections (9‑0)
• Waived reading of Ordinances #5968‑#5972 (6‑3)
• Held Ordinance #5969 (6‑3)
• Waived reading of Resolutions #21641‑#21883 (6‑3)
• Held Resolution #21869 (6‑3)
• Held Resolution #21870 (6‑3)
• Appropriated $1,688,456 from General Fund and related funds for court budget (adopted)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee meeting scheduled for April 7, 2025, has been canceled. No other business is listed on the agenda.

The scheduled Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee meeting on April 7, 2025 was canceled. No ordinances, resolutions, or other actions were considered or decided.

Finance & Audit Committee

The committee is considering ordinances to update senior property tax freeze rules and allocate funds for the Prosecutor’s Office. The meeting also includes several resolutions to award supply and service contracts for various county departments.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace subsections of the Jackson County Code relating to senior tax credits
• Appropriation of $75,000 for a new position in the Prosecutor’s Office COMBAT Administration Division
• Appropriation of $100,000 for a COMBAT Administration Division grant reporting financial management system
• Appropriation of $25,000 for the Stand Against Violence KC Project with Michael Mansur
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Mid-America Regional Council Solid Waste Management District for $26,761.00

The Finance & Audit Committee held Ordinance 5965, which repeals three senior‑tax‑credit subsections and creates four new ones, without objection. It approved three appropriations—$75,000 for a new COMBAT position, $100,000 for COMBAT grant‑reporting software, and $25,000 for the Stand Against Violence KC project—each by voice vote. The committee also approved a series of procurement resolutions for body‑transport, hazardous‑waste, paint, water, equipment, uniform, armor, and portable‑toilet contracts.

• Ordinance 5965 repealed subsections 2066.6‑2066.8 and added four new senior tax credit subsections – held without objection
• Ordinance 5969 appropriated $75,000 from the 2025 Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund for a new COMBAT position – passed by voice vote
• Ordinance 5970 appropriated $100,000 from the 2025 Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund for COMBAT financial‑management software – passed by voice vote
• Ordinance 5971 appropriated $25,000 for the Stand Against Violence KC project – passed by voice vote
• Resolution 21875 awarded a body‑transport services contract to First Call of Kansas City – held
• Resolution 21876 authorized a $26,761 intergovernmental agreement for hazardous‑waste center access – held
• Resolution 21877 awarded paint and painting‑supplies contracts to PPG Architectural Finishes and Sherwin‑Williams – held
• Resolutions 21879‑21883 and 21897 awarded contracts for bottled water, MRO supplies, fuel equipment, public‑safety uniforms, body armor, and portable outdoor toilets – held

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing one ordinance and four resolutions. The ordinance would add new code sections on wreckers and tow services. Resolutions include authorizing a contract for sheriff's deputies at a family court program, extending a food service contract at the detention center, and awarding a $57,992 software maintenance contract to Lexipol.

• Ordinance adding sections 5293–5297 to county code regulating wreckers and towing
• Resolution authorizing sheriff to contract with Family Court for supervised visitation program deputies
• Month-to-month contract extension for detention center food service with Trinity Services Group (amount not specified)
• $57,992 sole-source contract to Lexipol for sheriff's office and corrections software maintenance

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee is discussing an ordinance that would repeal and replace three subsections of the Jackson County Code related to protections against retaliation for complaints, cooperating with complaint investigations, and the discretionary authority to decline a complaint. The ordinance, numbered 5967, represents an update to Chapter 74. No final vote is taken in committee; the item is under consideration before possible recommendation to the full legislature.

• Ordinance 5967: repealing and replacing subsections 7401.2, 7405.4, and 7406.5 regarding retaliation protections, complaint investigations, and complaint discretion

The Inter‑Governmental Affairs Committee considered Ordinance 5967, which repeals subsections 7401.2, 7405.4, and 7406.5 of Chapter 74 and adds three new subsections on retaliation protections. The ordinance was signed and recommended for perfection with no objection. No other ordinances or resolutions were acted upon.

• Ordinance 5967 signed and recommended for perfection with no objection

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will consider two ordinances to replace the current senior tax credit with a new tax freeze program. The committee also has a long list of resolutions to approve, including declaring six parcels as surplus property and awarding multiple term and supply contracts for services like mortuary, HVAC filters, office furniture, and painting supplies.

• Ordinance 5965/5968: Repeal and replace senior property tax credit with a freeze program
• Resolution 21850: Declare six parcels as surplus and authorize sale
• Resolution 21851: Transfer $25,500 for Parks+Rec server hosting from Vermont Systems
• Resolution 21876: Intergovernmental agreement with MARC for hazardous waste access, $26,761
• Resolution 21856: Five-year, $100,000 contract for aerial imagery from Nearmap U.S., Inc.

The Finance & Audit Committee approved two senior property tax credit ordinances (5965 and 5968). It approved several procurement contracts, including body‑transport services, hazardous‑waste access, and paint supplies. The committee rejected the mortuary‑services contract (Resolution 21852) and the aerial‑imagery contract (Resolution 21856).

• Approved Ordinance 5965 (senior tax credit) – Signed
• Approved Ordinance 5968 (senior tax credit) – Signed
• Approved Resolution 21875 (body transport services) – Signed
• Approved Resolution 21876 (hazardous waste access) – Signed
• Approved Resolution 21877 (paint and painting supplies) – Signed
• Failed Resolution 21852 (mortuary services contract) – Failed
• Failed Resolution 21856 (aerial imagery contract) – Failed

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider several ordinances, including a repeal of firearm age restrictions (Ordinance 5904), a property assessment rollback for parcels with over 15% value increase (Ordinance 5958), and changes to the senior tax credit (Ordinances 5965 and 5968). They will also vote on final passage of a $71,751 grant acceptance and numerous resolutions covering contracts, property sales, and budget transfers.

• Repeal of Section 5577 on firearm possession and age restrictions (Ordinance 5904)
• Requiring assessor to roll back 2023 property values exceeding 15% increase (Ordinance 5958)
• Amendments to senior tax credit (Ordinances 5965 and 5968)
• Approval to sell county-owned property at 1300 Washington Street (Resolution 21641)
• Appropriation of $1,688,456 for Circuit Court, Family Court, and Family Court Facilities (Ordinance 5966)

The Legislature passed an ordinance appropriating $71,751 from the 2025 General Fund for a Missouri Western Interdiction and Narcotics Task Force grant. A proposed mortuary services contract (Resolution #21852) was defeated. Two contract resolutions (Resolutions #21856 and #21852) were defeated, and three motions to waive the reading of multiple resolutions each passed.

• Approved Ordinance appropriating $71,751 for Missouri Western Interdiction Task Force grant (5959) – passed
• Defeated Resolution #21852 for mortuary services contract to Charter Funerals of Missouri, LLC (6‑2 vote, 1 absent)
• Waived reading of Resolutions #21853‑#21857 – motion passed 6‑2 (1 absent)
• Defeated Resolution #21856 for aerial imagery contract to Nearmap U.S., Inc. (6‑2 vote, 1 absent)
• Waived reading of Resolutions #21869‑#21874 – motion passed 6‑2 (1 absent)
• Waived reading of Resolutions #21875‑#21881 – motion passed 6‑2 (1 absent)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is holding a public hearing on term and supply contracts, and will consider a resolution to award a 24-month trash removal service contract (with two 12-month extension options) to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc. under Invitation to Bid 24-096. The committee will also receive an update from the Directors of Parks and Recreation and Public Works on term and supply matters.

• Resolution 21874: Awarding a 24-month term and supply contract for trash removal services to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc., with two 12-month extension options (Invitation to Bid 24-096)
• Public hearing on term and supply contractors
• Update from Director of Parks and Recreation Michele Newman and Director of Public Works Brian Gaddie on term and supply

The committee held a public hearing on term and supply contractors and received updates from the Directors of Parks and Recreation and Public Works. The committee approved Resolution 21874, awarding a twenty‑four‑month trash removal contract (with two twelve‑month extension options) to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc. The approval was held without objection.

• Approved Resolution 21874 awarding 24‑month trash removal contract to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc. (held without objection)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding trash removal services. The body is reviewing a proposed contract for various County departments.

• Resolution to award a 24-month term and supply contract for trash removal to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc. (Invitation to Bid 24-096)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee will discuss two ordinances and one resolution. Ordinance 5958 would require the Jackson County Assessor to comply with a Missouri State Tax Commission order rolling back 2023 property values that increased more than 15% over 2022. Ordinance 5967 would revise whistleblower protections in county code. Resolution 21843 would require property assessment cards to include inspection photos and comparable sales data.

• Ordinance 5958: assessor rollback of 2023 property values exceeding 15% increase per STC order
• Ordinance 5967: amending whistleblower retaliation protections in Chapter 74
• Resolution 21843: requiring property assessment cards to include photos and comparable sales
• All items are in committee, no final votes taken at this meeting

The committee did not sign Ordinance 5958, which was held for further action. A motion to recommend Ordinance 5967 for perfection passed by voice vote. A motion to hold Resolution 21843 also passed by voice vote.

• Ordinance 5958 not signed; held (no vote recorded)
• Ordinance 5967 recommended for perfection; approved by voice vote
• Resolution 21843 held; approved by voice vote

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is considering an ordinance that would replace current subsections of the county code regarding a senior tax credit, effectively updating the senior property tax freeze application and deadline. The committee will also vote on numerous resolutions authorizing contracts for county services and supplies, including automotive parts, mortuary services, HVAC filters, office furniture, aerial imagery, plumbing supplies, body transportation, hazardous waste access, paint, bottled water, MRO supplies, and fuel dispensing equipment. Several resolutions have legislative auditor recommendations to hold, and motions for perfection have failed, indicating potential holds.

• Ordinance 5965 to revise senior property tax credit subsections and update the freeze application and deadline
• Resolution 21850 declaring six parcels surplus and authorizing sale
• Resolution 21852 awarding a 12-month mortuary services contract to Charter Funerals of Missouri, LLC
• Resolution 21856 awarding a 5-year aerial imagery contract to Nearmap U.S., Inc. at $100,000
• Resolution 21876 authorizing an intergovernmental agreement for hazardous waste access at $26,761

The Finance & Audit Committee held Ordinance 5965, updating senior property tax credit provisions, by voice vote. It approved multiple service contracts, including a hazardous waste agreement for unincorporated residents, body‑transport services for the Medical Examiner’s Office, paint supplies, bottled water, MRO supplies, and fuel‑dispensing equipment. All of these resolutions were signed by the committee. The remaining resolutions were held for further consideration.

• Ordinance 5965 held (voice vote)
• Resolution 21875 signed (body‑transport services contract)
• Resolution 21876 signed (hazardous waste intergovernmental agreement, $26,761)
• Resolution 21877 signed (paint and painting supplies contract)
• Resolution 21879 signed (bottled water and dispenser services contract)
• Resolution 21880 signed (MRO supplies and equipment contract)
• Resolution 21881 signed (fuel dispensing equipment services contract)
• Resolution 21846 held (AutoZone contract extension)

911 Oversight Committee

The 911 Oversight Committee will meet to discuss the review process for 911 Oversight grant applications. No ordinances or resolutions are currently in committee.

• Review process for 911 Oversight grant applications

The Jackson County 911 Oversight Committee met on March 24, 2025. Members discussed five key areas for 911 grant funding, including administration edits, state grant process, codifying funding, an ad‑hoc group, and prioritizing opportunities. The chair said two documents will be sent out, but no resolutions or ordinances were adopted.

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is discussing several ordinances, including a proposal to put a charter amendment on the August 5, 2025, ballot. Members are also reviewing a measure to roll back 2023 property values that increased by more than 15% over 2022 values.

• Ordinance 5966: Appropriating $1,688,456 from General Fund, $293,956 from Health Fund, and $708,172 from Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for courts
• Ordinance 5959: Appropriating $71,751 from the 2025 General Fund for a narcotics task force grant
• Resolution 21641: Proposed sale of county-owned property at 1300 Washington Street, Kansas City, MO
• Resolution 21856: $100,000 sole source contract for aerial imagery with Nearmap U.S., Inc.
• Resolution 21878: $57,992 sole source contract for software maintenance with Lexipol, LLC

The Legislature approved the journal of the March 18 meeting by voice vote. A roll‑call vote of 9‑0 moved Ordinance #5958 from the Intergovernmental Affairs Committee to the Legislature As A Whole Committee. No other substantive actions were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved previous meeting journal (voice vote)
• Moved Ordinance #5958 to Legislature As A Whole Committee (9‑0)

County Legislature

The Legislature will consider several ordinances, including a proposed charter amendment for the August 5, 2025 primary ballot, changes to firearms age restrictions, a property assessment rollback, and modifications to the senior tax credit. Final passage is scheduled for budget appropriations totaling over $2.69 million for circuit and family courts, along with numerous resolutions for contracts and property sales.

• Ordinance 5909: Submits charter amendment question to voters at August 5, 2025 primary election.
• Ordinance 5904: Repeals and replaces sections on firearms possession and age restrictions.
• Ordinance 5958: Rolls back 2023 property values that exceeded a 15% increase to no more than 15% over 2022.
• Ordinance 5965: Amends senior tax credit provisions in county code.
• Ordinance 5966: Appropriates $2,690,584 from multiple funds for Circuit Court, Family Court, and Family Court Facilities 2025 budget.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider a resolution awarding a 24-month trash removal service contract to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc., with two 12-month extension options. They will also receive an update from directors of Parks and Recreation and Public Works on utility permitting processes. A closed meeting with the county counselor will follow the regular agenda.

• Resolution awarding trash removal contract (ITB 24-096) to Waste Management of Kansas, Inc.
• Update on utility permitting process from Parks and Public Works directors
• Closed meeting for privileged communications under RSMo 610.021(1) and (13)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee meeting scheduled for March 10, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda listed one resolution regarding softball umpire services.

• Resolution 21873: Sole source contract for softball umpire services for the Parks + Rec Department with Eastern Jackson County USSSA Umpire Association

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will consider an ordinance that moves $1,688,456 from the General Fund, $293,956 from the Health Fund, and $708,172 from the Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund to finance the Circuit Court, Family Court and related facilities for the 2025 budget. The committee will also review a resolution to declare surplus real property and begin a sale process, and two resolutions awarding supply contracts for calcium chloride/rock salt and electrical supplies. All items are listed as "in committee" and will be voted on at this meeting.

• Ordinance appropriating $1,688,456 (General Fund), $293,956 (Health Fund) and $708,172 (Anti‑Crime Sales Tax Fund) for 2025 court budgets
• Resolution declaring certain real property surplus and authorizing bids for its sale
• Resolution awarding a 24‑month contract (with two 12‑month extensions) for calcium chloride pellets and rock salt to Nu‑Life Labs, Inc. and Humana Chemicals, Inc.
• Resolution awarding a 12‑month contract (with three 12‑month extensions) for electrical supplies to Graybar Electric Company

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will meet to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposal to roll back 2023 property values that exceeded a 15% increase, a repeal of firearm possession age restrictions, and a charter amendment question for the August primary election. Other items include changes to the senior tax credit and a $2.6 million budget appropriation for courts. The agenda also features numerous contract awards and property sales.

• Ordinance 5958: roll back 2023 property values to no more than 15% increase over 2022 for parcels exceeding that threshold
• Ordinance 5904: repeal firearm possession age restriction (Section 5577) and enact new sections with penalty provision
• Ordinance 5909: submit charter amendment question to voters at August 5, 2025 primary election
• Ordinance 5965: revise senior tax credit provisions
• Ordinance 5966: appropriate $2,690,584 from various funds for Circuit Court, Family Court, and Family Court Facilities 2025 budgets

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider final passage of an ordinance requiring the Assessor to roll back 2023 property values that increased more than 15%, and will hear a proposal to repeal the county's firearm age restriction. Multiple resolutions are on the agenda, including selling county-owned property at 1300 Washington Street and approving various contracts and fund transfers. Several new ordinances and resolutions will also be introduced, including a senior tax credit amendment and a $1.7 million appropriation for circuit courts.

• Ordinance 5958 requiring property assessment rollback to cap 2023 value increases at 15%
• Ordinance 5904 repealing and replacing firearm age restriction sections
• Resolution 21641 authorizing sale of county-owned property at 1300 Washington Street
• Ordinance 5959 appropriating $71,751 for a narcotics task force grant
• Ordinance 5965 introduced to amend senior tax credit subsections

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is discussing a proposed charter amendment for the August 5, 2025, primary election. The body is also reviewing ordinances regarding firearm age restrictions, child care laws, and property assessment roll requirements.

• Proposed ordinance to limit 2023 property value increases to 15% over 2022 values
• Appropriation of $255,130.00 for the Parks + Rec Department via the Missouri Department of Conservation
• Final passage of $71,751.00 for the Missouri Western Interdiction and Narcotics Task Force grant
• Four separate rezoning requests for tracts ranging from 5.00 to 10.00 acres
• Sole source contract of $100,000.00 to Nearmap U.S., Inc. for aerial imagery

Public Works Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding Jackson County permits and easement issues. Members will receive updates on the utility permitting process and discuss a series of resolutions and one ordinance dating from 2022 to 2024.

• Public hearing on permits and easement issues
• Update on utility permitting process from Directors of Parks and Recreation and Public Works
• Discussion of 2024 resolutions: 21824, 21715, 21650, 21682, 21814, 21805
• Discussion of 2023 resolutions: 21492, 21230, 21212, 21192
• Discussion of 2022 items: Ordinance 5704 and Resolutions 20928, 20968, 20967, 20913

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to review a resolution regarding surplus real property. The body will consider authorizing the Administration to solicit bids for the sale of these parcels.

• Resolution 21860: Declaring real property as surplus and authorizing bids for sale
• Property identified as Old JaxCo Public Health Site

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

This committee is considering an ordinance to require the Assessor to roll back 2023 property values that increased more than 15% over 2022, in line with a State Tax Commission order. Also under review are resolutions to add photos and comparable sales to property cards, and to allow use of county property for a civic event in Independence.

• Ordinance 5958: Requires Assessor to roll back 2023 property values exceeding 15% increase per State Tax Commission order.
• Resolution 21843: Requires property cards to include inspection photos and comparable sales used to determine fair market value.
• Resolution 21859: Authorizes agreement with City of Independence to use county property for a civic event at no cost.

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will consider one ordinance appropriating $255,130 in grant funds for the Parks+Rec Department, and ten resolutions including declaring six parcels surplus for sale, awarding contracts for mortuary services, HVAC filters, office furniture, aerial imagery, and more. Key decisions involve funding transfers and contract approvals.

• Ordinance 5960: $255,130 grant acceptance for Parks+Rec
• Resolution 21850: Declare six surplus parcels and solicit bids
• Resolution 21852: Contract with Charter Funerals for mortuary services
• Resolution 21856: 5-year aerial imagery contract with Nearmap U.S. at $100,000
• Resolution 21851: $25,500 transfer for Parks+Rec server hosting

Land Use Committee

The Jackson County Land Use Committee will hold a public hearing on four rezoning ordinances (5961‑5964) that change agricultural and ranch‑type districts to residential estates or ranches. The committee will also consider two resolutions: one authorizing a programmatic agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Missouri State Historic Preservation Office for Longview Lake properties, and another authorizing a contract with the County Board of Services to fund Developmentally Disabled programs in Parks & Recreation. All items are listed on the agenda for the February 24, 2025 meeting.

• Ordinance 5961 – rezoning a 10.00‑acre tract from District AG (Agricultural) to District RE (Residential Estates)
• Ordinance 5962 – rezoning a 6.29‑acre tract from District RR (Residential Ranchette) to District RE (Residential Estates)
• Ordinance 5963 – rezoning a 5.00‑acre tract from District AG (Agricultural) to District RR (Residential Ranchette)
• Resolution 21863 – authorizing the County Executive to execute a programmatic agreement with the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Missouri State Historic Preservation Office for Longview Lake properties
• Resolution 21864 – authorizing the County Executive to execute a contract with the Jackson County Board of Services to fund Developmentally Disabled services in the Parks & Rec Department

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will vote on several ordinances, including changes to firearm possession age limits and child‑care statutes. It will appropriate $255,130 from the Grant Fund for a Community Assistance Program agreement with the Missouri Department of Conservation, and $71,751 from the General Fund for a Missouri Western Interdiction and Narcotics Task Force grant. A resolution will authorize the sale of County‑owned property at 1300 Washington Street via competitive bidding. Additional items include rezoning proposals and various contract awards.

• Ordinance repealing and reenacting firearm possession sections 5577 and 5578
• Appropriation of $255,130 from the Grant Fund for a conservation grant to Parks + Rec
• Appropriation of $71,751 from the General Fund for a narcotics task force grant
• Resolution authorizing sale of County property at 1300 Washington Street
• Rezoning ordinance 5961 changing a 10‑acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is considering Resolution 21860 to declare certain real property as surplus and authorize the administration to solicit bids for selling the surplus parcels. The attachment indicates the property is the old Jackson County Public Health site. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution 21860: declaring surplus real property (Old JaxCo Public Health Site) and authorizing bid solicitation

Finance & Audit Committee

The Jackson County, Missouri Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to consider 10 resolutions, including a contract extension for automotive parts from AutoZone, declaring six parcels of surplus property for sale, transferring funds for Parks+Rec server hosting and supplies, and awarding contracts for mortuary services, HVAC filters, office furniture, aerial imagery, and plumbing supplies. All items are listed as resolutions in committee for discussion and potential recommendation.

• Resolution 21846: 12-month extension of AutoZone contract for automotive parts (OMNIA Partners contract)
• Resolution 21850: Declaring six surplus parcels as surplus and authorizing bid solicitation for sale
• Resolution 21851: Transfer of $25,500 within 2025 Park Fund for offsite server hosting from Vermont Systems Inc.
• Resolution 21852: 12-month contract for professional mortuary services to Charter Funerals of Missouri, with one-year option
• Resolution 21856: 5-year, $100,000/year sole-source contract for aerial imagery from Nearmap U.S., Inc.

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee is discussing Ordinance 5958, which would require the Jackson County Assessor to roll back 2023 property assessments that exceeded a 15% increase from 2022, in compliance with a Missouri State Tax Commission order. The committee is also considering Resolution 21843, which would require property cards to include inspection photographs and comparable sales used to determine fair market value.

• Ordinance 5958: Roll back 2023 property values that increased more than 15% over 2022, per State Tax Commission order
• Resolution 21843: Require property cards to include photos of inspections and comparable sales data
• Legal opinions from August 2024 attached to Ordinance 5958