Junction City public meetings in 2023
45 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
General
The Land Bank will review the minutes from the November 21, 2023 meeting. The body is also considering an Exclusive Right to Sell Contract for Land Bank properties with Coldwell Banker Patriot Realty.
- Review of November 21, 2023, meeting minutes
- Exclusive Right to Sell Contract with Coldwell Banker Patriot Realty
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding 2023 Budget Amendments. The agenda also includes discussions on EMS agreements with Geary County, several land annexations, and multiple change orders for water system improvements.
- Public Hearing for the 2023 Budget Amendments
- Appropriation Ordinance A-24 in the amount of $1,678,022.37
- Bid award for a $310,000.00 street sweeper from Elliott Equipment Co.
- Land annexations via Resolutions R-3074 through R-3081
- Change orders for 2023 Water System Improvements with J&K Contracting, LC
City Commission
The City Commission will review several new business items including utility rate ordinances and a demolition bid. The meeting also includes discussion regarding an agreement between the city and Geary County for Emergency Medical Services.
- Ordinance No. G-1301: 2024 Water Rate Increases
- Ordinance No. G-1302: 2024 Sewer Rate Increases
- Economic Expansion Development Agreement with Michelin/CAMSO
- Demolition of 218 West 11th Street by Lakeside Construction for $7,400.00
- Purchase of a used 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe for $49,500.00
General
The Junction City Land Bank is considering offers from two developers to purchase lots within the Hickory Hills Subdivision. The board will also review minutes from the November 7, 2023 meeting.
- $13,000.00 offer from R&R Developers, LLC for portions of Hickory Hills Subdivision
- $4,000.00 offer from RMD, LLC for portions of Hickory Hills Subdivision
- Review of November 7, 2023 meeting minutes
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will review a large appropriation ordinance covering over $1.4 million in payments. The agenda also includes discussions on water system change orders, an interstate interchange memorandum of understanding, and potential budget amendments.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-22 for $1,486,370.29 and pre-approvals totaling $1,071,673.72
- Bid award of $3,250.00 to Glessner Dirt Contracting for demolition at 1436 Rucker Road
- Change order of $79,909.00 to J & K Contracting, L.C. for water system improvements
- Memorandum of Understanding for the I-70 and Taylor Road interchange
- Request for a public hearing regarding 2023 budget amendments
General
The Junction City Land Bank is reviewing the minutes from the October 3, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider three offers to purchase specific lots within the Sutter Woods and Olivia Farms subdivisions.
- $20,000 offer from Notable Securities, LLC for Sutter Woods Lots 10-12 & 19
- $10,000 offer from Head Coach, LLC for Sutter Woods Lots 58 & 59
- $3,000 offer from C&C Homes, LLC for Olivia Farms Lot 1, Block 8 and Lot 1, Block 9
City Commission
The City Commission will review several bid awards for the demolition of dangerous structures and a bulk deicing salt contract. The meeting also includes discussions on housing incentives, water system improvements, and police department agreements.
- Demolition bids for various unsafe structures at 200 W. 17th St., 428 W. 12th St., 436 W. 13th St., 512 W. 5th St., 518 W. 10th St., 709 E. 9th St., 812 W. 8th St., and 1033 W. Chestnut St.
- Bulk deicing salt contract award to Independent Salt, Co. for $51,120.00
- Change Order #1 for 2023 Water System Improvements in the amount of $190,072.00
- Purchase of a used 2021 550 Heavy Duty Truck from Jim Clark Chevrolet for $70,488.00
- Resolution No. R-3070 regarding a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several new business items including police department technology upgrades and contract amendments. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a planned food pantry facility and discussions on property sanitation requests.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-20 for $2,191,422.98 and pre-approvals totaling $1,313,428.61
- Presentation by Geary County Food Pantry regarding a new facility at 7th Street & Clay Street
- Solicit bids to make 1024 South Washington Street safe and sanitary
- Solicit bids to make 1436 Rucker Road safe and sanitary
- Purchase of two Meraki Firewall devices for $34,623.70
City Commission
The Commission will consider an economic development agreement for Project Touchdown and several requests to solicit bids for demolishing dangerous structures. The agenda also includes reviewing grant funding for police body cameras and a sewer root treatment contract.
- Economic Development Agreement for Project Touchdown
- Bids for demolition of various dangerous and unsafe structures
- $50,726.76 sewer root treatment contract from Dukes Root Control, Inc.
- $33,025.00 purchase of a new picnic shelter for 5th Street Park
- Grant funding for the Junction City Police Department's Body Worn Camera Program
General
The Junction City Land Bank is reviewing several offers to purchase lots in local subdivisions. The board will also consider an amended offer for Mallard Circle and discuss Land Bank policy.
- Mission Properties, LLC amendment: $62,500.00 and power installation for 15 lots on Mallard Circle
- C&C Homes, LLC offer of $55,000.00 for various Olivia Farms lots
- Maiah & Bradley Diel offer of $20,000.00 for a lot in Prairie Ridge #2
- Brendan Doyle & Ann-Marie Kennedy offer of $5,000.00 for a lot in Sutter Woods Subdivision
- Mission Properties, LLC offer of $47,500.00 for various Prairie Ridge #1 lots
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will review several financial and operational items. This includes approving an appropriation ordinance for recent expenditures and considering a contract with the U.S. Navy for night vision equipment. The meeting also includes presentations from the Junction City Police Department.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-18 in the amount of $759,956.27
- Agreement with Center for Internet Security for $38,880.00
- Change Order #01 to decrease 2022 Street Maintenance Project contract by $121,774.10
- Memorandum of Agreement with the U.S. Navy for leasing 10 night vision units
- Request to apply for the KDOT Community Chargers Program
General
The Land Bank will discuss a 10.2 acre lot in Prairie Ridge #2 and electric utility extensions for Sutter Woods and Sutter Highlands. The board is also considering several offers to purchase various lots within the Sutter Highlands and Sutter Woods subdivisions.
- Discussion of 10.2 Acre Lot in Prairie Ridge #2
- Electric Utility Extension & street lighting in Sutter Woods & Sutter Highlands
- Italian Development Group offer for Lots 57-61, Block 1 of Sutterhighlands ($12,500.00)
- Drippé Homes, Inc. offer for various lots in Sutter Highlands and Sutter Woods ($296,500.00)
- C&C Homes, LLC offer for Lots 6 & 7, Block 5 and Lots 70-76, Block 1 of Sutter Highlands ($22,500.00)
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed 2024 budget and a request to exceed the RNR. The meeting also includes discussions on alley repairs, zoning ordinances, and unsafe structures.
- Public hearing for the proposed 2024 City Budget
- Bid award for 2023 Alley Repairs to Stallbaumer Contracting, LLC in the amount of $250,874.06
- Ordinance S-3277 for a temporary concrete batch plant in the 'CS' Service Commercial District
- Appropriation Ordinance A-17 for $1,182,238.29 and pre-approvals of $547,866.86
- Discussion on the dangerous and unsafe structure at 408 West 7th Street
General
The Land Bank will consider several offers to purchase lots in the Sutter Highlands and Sutter Woods subdivisions. The meeting also includes a review of the Economic Development & Use of Land Bank Lots Policy.
- $27,500 offer from Italian Development Group for Sutter Highlands lots
- $5,000 offer from Vincent George Kennedy for Sutter Woods lot
- Two offers from Mission Properties, LLC for Sutter Highlands lots
- $35,000 offer from Drippé Homes, Inc. for Sutter Highlands lots
- Review of Economic Development & Use of Land Bank Lots Policy
City Commission
The City Commission will review several infrastructure projects, including water system improvements and sidewalk repairs. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a federal COVID-19 resiliency grant application. Additionally, the commission will consider various special event permits for local community gatherings.
- Award of bid for 2023 Sidewalk Repairs ($197,008.93 to T&M Concrete Construction)
- Request to purchase a new 200 KW generator for $188,500.00 from Dave's Electric
- Change Order #4 for 2022 Water System Improvements ($413,522.00 to Middlecreek Corporation)
- Public hearing for a Small Cities Community Development Block Grant – Covid Resiliency application
- Appropriation Ordinance A-16 in the amount of $2,069,761.89
General
The Land Bank will consider approving minutes from the July 5, 2023 meeting. The board will also review purchase offers for lots in Deer Creek Addition and Sutter Highlands Subdivision. Additionally, members will discuss a 10.2-acre lot in Priarie Ridge #2.
- $5,000.00 offer for Lot 8, Block 3 of the Deer Creek Addition
- $5,000.00 offer for Lot 12, Block 4 of the Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- Discussion on a 10.2-acre lot in Priarie Ridge #2
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a bid award for a five-year golf cart fleet lease. The agenda also includes a request for a public hearing regarding a state community development grant and a discussion on fireworks discharge.
- Bid award for golf cart fleet lease to Kansas Golf & Turf ($51,196.20 per year for 5 years)
- Request for a public hearing regarding the State of Kansas CDBG-CVR grant application
- Event request from Sundown Salute for Heritage Park on Labor Day Weekend 2024
- Discussion on the discharge of fireworks
- Appropriation Ordinance A-15 in the amount of $452,125.55
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will consider amendments to ordinances regarding tobacco age and single-wheeled vehicles. The agenda also includes reviews of the 2022 annual financial report and various grant applications. Additionally, the commission will review appropriation ordinances and special event permits.
- Ordinance G-1298 regarding unicycles or other single-wheeled vehicles
- Ordinance G-1299 amending the minimum age for tobacco
- Appropriation Ordinance A-14 in the amount of $465,345.52
- KDOT Safe Streets & Roads for All (SS4A) Grant consideration
- Purchase of thermal imaging cameras from Weis Fire & Safety Equipment
General
The Junction City Commission scheduled a work session to discuss the final 2024 budget. No other new business was listed on the agenda.
- Final 2024 Budget Work Session
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review the minutes from its June 20, 2023 meeting. The board will also consider an offer to purchase Lot 4, Block 6 of Doc Hargreaves Hilltop #2 for $5,000.00.
- Review of June 20, 2023 meeting minutes
- $5,000.00 purchase offer for Lot 4, Block 6 of Doc Hargreaves Hilltop #2
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission is reviewing routine items including payroll and event permits. The commission will also consider a resolution to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the 2024 budget and set a public hearing. Additionally, appointments to the Food Policy Council are under consideration.
- Resolution No. R-3066 regarding exceeding the 2024 revenue neutral rate and a Sept. 5 public hearing
- Appropriation Ordinance A-13 for $433,689.57 and pre-approvals totaling $85,573.42
- Police Department request to donate $10,000 from asset forfeiture to Freedom Fest
- Special Event Permits for Junction City Oktoberfest and the Junction City Expo
- Appointments of Nichole Mader and Barbara Wright to the Food Policy Council
General
The Land Bank will review the closing date for the Junghans Agency offer and consider minutes from the June 6, 2023 meeting. The board will also discuss the maintenance of Land Bank lots and those sold to contractors or builders.
- Review of Junghans Agency offer closing date
- Discussion on maintenance of Land Bank lots and lots sold to contractors/builders
- Consideration of June 6, 2023 meeting minutes
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will review several contract bids, including a $187,492.00 purchase for a new sanitation truck. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the renewal of employee health insurance and applications for first responder grants.
- $187,492.00 bid award for a 2024 Rear Load Sanitation Truck from Elliott Equipment Co.
- $4,050.00 demolition bid for the structure at 215 West 12th Street
- $29,581.00 purchase of Trench Box Shoring from Schulte Supply, Inc.
- Application for the Gary Sinise Foundation First Responders Grant
- Renewal of the employee health insurance plan
General
The Junction City Commission will conduct a work session regarding the 2024 budget. This is the only item listed under new business for this meeting.
- 2024 Budget Work Session
General
The Land Bank will review meeting minutes from May 16, 2023. The board will also consider a request to reserve several lots in Hickory Hills Replat until March 31, 2024, and an offer for the purchase of a lot in Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $5,000.
- Request to reserve lots in Hickory Hills Replat until March 31, 2024
- $5,000 purchase offer for Lot 1, Block 5 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision
City Commission
The Commission will consider a $192,000.00 contract for the Washington Street Roundabout Project. The agenda also includes a special use permit for a new Geary County Food Pantry building. Additionally, officials will review various appropriation ordinances and municipal agreements.
- Special Use Permit for Geary County Food Pantry at 7th Street & Clay Street
- $345,950.00 contract award to ACE Pipe Cleaning for sanitary sewer cleaning
- $192,000.00 contract award for the Washington Street Roundabout Project
- $54,577.00 request to replace two HVAC units from Thermal Comfort Air
- Appropriation Ordinance A-11 in the amount of $1,662,818.40
General
The Junction City Commission will conduct a work session regarding the 2024 budget. No other substantive business items are listed on this agenda.
- 2024 Budget Work Session
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from its May 2, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider an offer from C&C Homes, LLC to purchase several lots in the Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $17,500.00 and a request to reserve 22 additional lots for one year.
- Review of May 2, 2023, meeting minutes
- $17,500.00 offer from C&C Homes, LLC for Sutter Highlands Subdivision lots
- Request to reserve 22 lots in Sutter Highlands Subdivision for one year
City Commission
The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding the condemnation of 16 properties. The agenda also includes consideration of industrial revenue bonds for CAMSO/Michelin and several municipal contracts. Additionally, officials will discuss school resource officers and library project funding.
- Public hearings for 16 property condemnations at various addresses
- Resolution R-3065 regarding Industrial Revenue Bonds for CAMSO/Michelin
- $94,041.00 contract award to Danker Roofing, Inc. for Spin City roof repair
- $66,725.00 request to purchase a 2022 Dodge Durango
- Appropriation Ordinance A-10 totaling $645,026.48 plus pre-approvals of $318,445.15
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from its April 18, 2023 meeting. The board will also consider an offer from Junghans Agency, Inc. to purchase three specific lots in the Sutter Woods Subdivision.
- Review of April 18, 2023, meeting minutes
- $15,000 offer from Junghans Agency, Inc. for Lots 9, 17 & 18, Block 10 of Sutter Woods Subdivision
City Commission
The Commission will consider a contract award for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2 Improvements and water system improvements. The agenda also includes support for an emergency shelter grant application and scheduling budget work sessions.
- Award of $56,406,800.00 contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2 Improvements
- Award of $994,638.00 bid for 2023 Water System Improvements
- Support for Fresh Start Emergency Shelter, Inc. ESG grant application
- Noise and fireworks waiver request for Rathert Field
- Change Order #2 for the K-18 Roundabout project
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from its April 4, 2023 meeting. The board will also consider an offer from Lisa Eickholt to purchase Lots 43-45 in Deer Creek Addition #2 for $15,000.00.
- Review of April 4, 2023 meeting minutes
- Offer from Lisa Eickholt to purchase Lots 43-45, Block 3 of Deer Creek Addition #2 for $15,000.00
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will review several items, including support for the Jackson Landing affordable housing project and a building demolition at 823 West 12th Street. The agenda also includes reviewing various special event permits and appropriation ordinances.
- Resolution R-3048 supporting 'Jackson Landing' affordable housing tax credit
- Bid award of $4,750.00 to Pearson Excavating for demolition at 823 West 12th Street
- Appropriation Ordinance A-8 totaling $984,807.48 and pre-approvals of $439,003.70
- Ordinance S-3269 regarding land annexation near K-18 Highway
- Request for Twin Valley to provide free wireless access in Heritage Park
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting. The board will also consider offers for the purchase of property in Sutter Highlands and Deer Creek.
- $10,000.00 offer from David & Stephanie Dahl for Lots 34 & 35, Block 1 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- $5,000.00 offer from Berton Bowser for Lot 16, Block 1 of Deer Creek Addition
City Commission
The Commission will review the Rural Housing Incentive District Policy and several land-use permits. The agenda also includes contract awards for city property mowing and sidewalk improvements. Additionally, commissioners will consider an appropriation ordinance for various city expenses.
- Special Use Permit for a tattoo studio at 703 North Washington Street
- Special Use Permit for a church at 838 South Washington Street
- $132,201 contract award for 2023 seasonal mowing of city properties
- KDOT agreement for Spring Valley Road sidewalk improvements
- Appropriation Ordinance A-7 totaling $1,188,130.91
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review the minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting. The board will also consider an offer to purchase Lot 29, Block 2 of the Deer Creek Addition for $5,000.00.
- Review of February 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- $5,000.00 offer for Lot 29, Block 2 of the Deer Creek Addition
City Commission
The City Commission will hold public hearings on annexing lands near Oakridge Drive, West 8th Street, K-18 Highway, and U.S. Highway 77. The agenda also includes consideration of various ordinances and resolutions regarding dangerous structures. Additionally, the commission will review several service contracts and equipment purchases.
- Public hearings for annexations near Oakridge Drive, West 8th Street, K-18 Highway, and U.S. Highway 77
- Appropriation Ordinance A-6 totaling $845,652.17 and pre-approvals of $236,571.48
- Contract for C&K Construction to repair Montgomery Fountain in the amount of $17,005.00
- Change Order #2 for 2022 Water System Improvements in the amount of $48,250.00
- Purchase of 60 N-Ear Radio Earpieces for police personnel in the amount of $7,664.49
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a bid for the 2023 Street Maintenance Project and proposed changes to ambulance fees. The agenda also includes requests regarding equipment purchases and the sale of city property on Ethan Drive.
- Award of bid for 2023 Street Maintenance Project to Bayer Construction Co., Inc. ($1,660,554.50)
- Proposed changes to the ambulance fee schedule
- Purchase of 11 Mueller Hydrants for $34,320.83
- Request to purchase an ambulance from Braun Northwest, Inc.
- Request to surplus a 2006 Ford Ambulance and equipment
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from its February 7, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider three offers to purchase various lots within the Sutter Highlands and Olivia Farms subdivisions.
- $5,000 offer for Lot 31, Block 1 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- $17,500 offer for Lots 3-6, Block 1 of Olivia Farms Subdivision and Lots 7-9, Block 1 of Olivia Farms 2nd Plat
- $5,000 offer for Lot 5, Block 5 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review the 2022 annual sales and approve minutes from January 17, 2023. The board will also consider two offers to purchase lots in the Sutter Highlands Subdivision.
- Offer to purchase Lot 31, Block 1 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $5,000.00
- Offer to purchase Lot 22, Block 5 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $5,000.00
- Annual Review of 2022 Land Bank Sales
City Commission
The Commission will review a $2,300,603.47 appropriation ordinance and several grant applications for police body cameras and fire equipment. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for North Spring Valley Road and updates to hydrant meters and fees.
- Rezoning 1925 North Spring Valley Road from 'RM' to 'CG'
- Amending Hydrant Meters & Fees via Ordinance No. G-1297
- Purchase of a 2022 F-450 Truck Chassis for $64,680.50
- Grant applications for police body worn cameras and fire equipment
- Appointment of three members to the Housing Authority Board
General
The Junction City Land Bank will consider two offers to purchase lots in the Sutter Woods and Sutter Highlands subdivisions. The board will also review minutes from the January 3, 2023, meeting.
- Offer to purchase Lot 51, Block 2 of Sutter Woods Subdivision for $5,000.00
- Offer to purchase Lots 4 & 5, Block 2 of Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $10,000.00
- Review of January 3, 2023, meeting minutes
City Commission
The City Commission will review several resolutions for land annexations at K-18 Highway, US Highway 77, West 8th Street, and Oakridge Drive. The agenda also includes consideration of a $398,159.05 appropriation ordinance and grant applications for firefighter training and equipment.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-1 ($398,159.05) and additional payments totaling $50,313.61
- Land annexation resolutions for K-18 Highway, US Highway 77, West 8th Street, and Oakridge Drive
- Request to purchase and install new microphones for the City Commission/Municipal Court Room
- Grant applications for firefighter training and thermal imaging cameras
- Proposal regarding the Junction for Military/Civilian Innovation (JCMI) Project
City Commission
The City Commission will elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor at this meeting. The agenda also includes requests for police vehicle purchases and a construction award for the Blue Jay Trail Connector.
- Request to award $1,162,359.00 to Ebert Construction Co. Inc. for the Blue Jay Trail Connector
- Request to purchase two Dodge Durango police vehicles for $123,876.00
- First Amendment to the Loan Agreement for the Phase I Water Project
- Appropriation Ordinance A-26 in the amount of $896,828.91
- Ordinance No. S-3265 to vacate a platted alley in Clarke's Plateau Addition
General
The Junction City Land Bank will elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The board will also review minutes from the December 6, 2022 meeting and consider an offer to purchase specific lots in Olivia Farms 2nd Plat.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Review of December 6, 2022 meeting minutes
- $8,000.00 offer for Lots 20-24, Block 1 of Olivia Farms 2nd Plat