Junction City public meetings in 2024
42 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several new business items, including contracts for infrastructure projects using ARPA funds, water and sewer rate increases, and an industrial revenue bond for CAMSO Manufacturing. Special presentations on the McFarland Roundabout and 12th Street community improvements are also scheduled. The consent agenda includes routine appropriations, grant applications, and salary range adjustments.
- Ordinance No. S-3304: issuance of industrial revenue bonds for CAMSO Manufacturing not to exceed $60,000,000
- Ordinance No. G-1311: 2025 water rate increase
- Ordinance No. G-1312: 2025 sewer rate increase
- Award Fire Station 2 Remodel bid to Riley Construction for $103,662 using ARPA funds
- Award park equipment bids for North/South/MLK/Bramlage Parks ($499,806) and Corondo Park ($290,302) using ARPA funds
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission will vote on a consent agenda that includes an Appropriation Ordinance of $536,371.90 and several small pre‑approvals. New business items include discussions on designating 7th Street as an Art District, a banner agreement, a Brownfield Assessment MOA, and contracts for sewer root treatment ($39,758.60) and sanitary sewer cleaning ($384,150). The commission will also consider a resolution to prioritize budgeting for runway replacement at the local airport.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-23 for $536,371.90 (plus $5,819.77 pre‑approvals)
- Cereal Malt Beverage licenses for 2025
- Sewer root treatment contract with Duke's Root Control for $39,758.60
- Sanitary sewer cleaning contract with ACE Pipe Cleaning for $384,150.00
- Resolution R-3107 to prioritize and budget runway replacement
City Commission
This meeting consists of a call to order, an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel, and adjournment. No public votes or ordinances are scheduled; the agenda is entirely procedural.
- Executive session to discuss non-elected personnel
City Commission
The City Commission is meeting only to hold an executive session regarding non-elected personnel. No other business is scheduled; the agenda is purely procedural.
- Executive session under Kansas law to discuss non-elected personnel matters
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will hold a regular meeting with several special presentations, including an update from the EDC, snow removal procedures, and a proclamation designating 7th Street as the Arts District. Under new business, the commission will vote on removing one property from the dangerous structures list, discuss two others, and approve bids for demolishing six dangerous structures. Other items include a $79,930 change order for water system repairs, a temporary grant easement for Homers Pond Dam, and updates to animal ordinances.
- Proclamation declaring 7th Street between Washington and Jefferson as the Arts District
- Request to remove 330 West 12th Street from dangerous/unsafe structures list
- Approval to solicit demolition bids for six properties: 211 E 5th, 224 E 5th, 428 W 13th, 508 S Adams, 1024 S Washington, 1402 Rucker Road
- Consideration of Ordinance No. G-1310 updating animal ordinances
- Awarding fiscal sustainability plan bid to Columbia Capital Management for $31,400
City Commission
The City Commission will review the Land Bank minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting. It will also consider an offer from Guadalupe Robles Jr. and Nancy Elizabeth Robles to purchase Lots 36 and 37, Block 2, Sutter Woods Division for $10,000.
- Consideration of the Land Bank minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting
- Consideration of the offer from Guadalupe Robles Jr. & Nancy Elizabeth Robles to purchase Lots 36 & 37, Block 2, Sutter Woods Division for $10,000
City Commission
The City Commission will vote on several infrastructure contracts and appropriation ordinances. The body will also discuss three properties identified as dangerous and unsafe structures and consider a rezoning on East 3rd Street.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-21 for $1,928,936.81
- Bank Stabilization Bid award to Olgoonik Enterprise, LLC for $447,725
- 2024 Stormwater Improvements Phase I award to Olgoonik Enterprise, LLC for $140,698
- Water System Improvements Change Order #3 for $73,089.25
- Proposed use of $500,000 in ARPA funds for Parks & Recreation
City Commission
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural items and an executive session to discuss confidential data.
- Executive session for discussion of confidential data
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission will discuss a proposed plan to use $500,000 of ARPA funds from the Parks & Recreation department. They will also consider a Change Order #3 for water system improvements costing $73,089.25 and a routine appropriations ordinance of $1,711,118.06. Additional consent agenda items include ambulance contract adjustments, a permit fee waiver for the YMCA remodel, and other routine financial adjustments.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-20 for $1,711,118.06 (plus $170.00 for Gross Wrecker)
- September 2024 ambulance contractual obligation adjustments of $15,022.85 and bad debt adjustments of $16,608.70
- Waiver of permit fee for the Junction City Family YMCA remodel
- Proposed plan to allocate $500,000 ARPA funds from the Parks & Recreation department
- Change Order #3 for 2024 Water System Improvements in the amount of $73,089.25
General
The City Commission will discuss Ordinance No. S-3301, which would authorize the city to file litigation against the Board of Zoning Appeals. The litigation concerns a Conditional Use Permit at 343 East Chestnut Street. No other items are on the agenda.
- Ordinance No. S-3301 – authorize litigation against Board of Zoning Appeals over Conditional Use Permit at 343 East Chestnut St
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission will vote on a consent agenda that includes Appropriation Ordinance A-19 for $1,676,613.09 and related pre‑approvals. New business includes Ordinance No. G‑1309 on daycare and child facilities, discussion of neighborhood revitalization suggestions, and consideration of a letter of intent for a call center. The Commission will also decide on awarding the 2024 sidewalk repairs bid to Bayer Construction for $230,565 and the bulk deicing salt bid to Independent Salt Co., as well as discuss ARPA funds and 6th Street curb work.
- Appropriation Ordinance A‑19: $1,676,613.09 (plus $4,616.35 pre‑approvals)
- Ordinance No. G‑1309 concerning daycare and child facilities
- Award of 2024 Sidewalk Repairs bid to Bayer Construction, $230,565
- Award of Bulk Deicing Salt bid to Independent Salt Co. of Kanapolis
- Discussion of ARPA funds and 6th Street curb and apron improvements
City Commission
The Land Bank is reviewing two purchase offers for residential lots and an amendment to a previous resolution regarding property allocations for SilverRock Ventures, LLC.
- Offer from Perry & Cheryl Martin to purchase Lots 19-21, Block 2 (Manns Ranch Addition #1) and Lot 60, Block 2 (Sutter Woods Subdivision) for $20,000
- Offer from Patrick & Jonnie C. Farr to purchase Lot 45, Block 2 (Sutter Woods Subdivision) for $5,000
- Amendment to Resolution No. 18-2024 to swap Lots 14 & 15 for Lots 36 & 37 in Sutter Highlands Subdivision for SilverRock Ventures, LLC
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2025 budget. The body is also considering several ordinances, grant applications, and infrastructure change orders.
- Public hearing for the Proposed 2025 Budget
- Appropriation Ordinance A-18 for $992,888.57 and Verizon pre-approval for $6,520.40
- Change Order #2 for 2024 Water System Improvements for $151,046.50
- Change Order #1 for 2023 Sidewalk repairs for $11,309.74
- Request to bid for the purchase of a new Fire Engine
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from its last meeting and consider an offer from Junghans Agency to purchase lots in the Sutter Highlands Subdivision for $15,000. The board will also discuss amending a previous resolution to remove specific lots from a construction offer.
- Review of August 6, 2024 Land Bank minutes
- Junghans Agency offer to purchase Lots 2-7, Block 4 for $15,000
- Request to reserve 17 lots for 1 year
- Amendment to Resolution No. 19-2024 to remove Lots 4 & 5, Block 2
City Commission
The City Commission will review an appropriation ordinance and a contract for water line improvements. The body will also discuss the fireworks ordinance, day care ordinances, and the commitment of remaining ARPA funds.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-16 in the amount of $1,093,179.60
- Water Line Improvements Phase II to Serve Rosa Meyer Residence contract for J & K Contracting, L.C. for $116,180
- Request for Highwind Brewery to sell and serve Cereal Malt Beverages at Heritage Park on August 29, 2024
- Vacation of the 8-foot side yard setback from Lot 1 & Lot 18, Block 5; Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- July 2024 ambulance contractual obligation adjustments for $28,993.64 and bad debt adjustments for $19,011.04
City Commission
The Land Bank is reviewing amendments to previous resolutions regarding property lots in Sutter Highlands Subdivision and Olivia Farms. The body is also considering a new purchase offer for multiple lots in the Sutter Highlands Addition.
- Offer from C & C Homes LLC to purchase multiple lots in Sutter Highlands Addition for $35,000
- Amendment to Resolution No. 17-2024 to remove Lots 47 & 48, Block 4, Sutter Highlands Subdivision and add Lot 50, Block 3, Deer Creek Addition # 2
- Amendment to Resolution No. 07-2024 to remove Tract A, Block 2, Olivia Farms 2nd Plat from C & C Homes LLC offer
- Approval of Land Bank minutes from July 16, 2024
City Commission
The City Commission will discuss the 2025 City Budget and a potential public hearing on exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The body is also considering several contracts, grant applications, and a bid solicitation for a dangerous structure.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-15 for $2,898,142.23
- Resolution No. R-3104 to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the 2025 City Budget
- Solicitation of bids for the Dangerous and Unsafe Structure at 338 West 15th Street
- Application for the Safe Streets & Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program
- Agreement between Junction City Police Department and USD 475 for SRO services
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will meet for a training session focused on the city budget. No formal votes or policy decisions are scheduled for this meeting. Training on municipal finances helps officials make informed spending choices that directly affect local services and future tax rates.
- Training session on the city budget (6:00 p.m.)
- No rezoning, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings are listed.
City Commission
The Junction City City Commission will review minutes from a June 18 Land Bank meeting and consider four offers to purchase specific lots in the Deer Creek Addition, Sutter Woods Subdivision, and Sutter Highlands Subdivision. These transactions involve properties managed by the city's Land Bank program.
- Italian Development Group, Inc.: $12,500 for Lots 32-36, Block 3; Deer Creek Addition #2
- Sanchez Construction LLC: $35,000 for multiple lots in Deer Creek Additional #2, Sutter Woods Subdivision, and Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- Seth Nezos: $5,000 for Lot 51, Block 3 Deer Creek Addition #2
- Rolling Hills Construction, LLC (Zachary McDaniel): $15,000 for multiple lots in Deer Creek Addition #2 and Sutter Highlands Subdivision
City Commission
The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding the condemnation of several properties. The agenda also includes discussions on a new animal shelter design, water system improvements, and dam construction.
- Public hearings for property condemnations at 211 East 5th Street, 224 East 5th Street, 330 West 12th Street, 428 West 13th Street, 508 South Adams Street, 617 North Washington Street, 1024 South Washington Street, and 1402 Rucker Road
- Bid award for Homers Pond Dam Improvements to Bayer Construction for $893,749.40
- Change Order #1 for 2024 Water Systems Improvements to J & K Contracting, LC for $207,628.35
- Request to hire WDM Architects for a new Animal Shelter Facility conceptual design
- Appropriation Ordinance A-13 for $778,910.42
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct a work session regarding the 2025 budget. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- 2025 Budget Work Session
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review its May minutes and discuss the Olivia Farms Lift Station. The primary action is a vote on an offer from C&C Homes to buy multiple residential lots in the Olivia Farms development for $17,000.00. This transaction would transfer property ownership within the city.
- Review May 21, 2024 Land Bank minutes
- Discuss Olivia Farms Lift Station updates
- Vote on C&C Homes offer of $17,000.00 for Lots 42-47, Block 1; Lots 1-2, Tract A, 3-7, 11, 15, & 16 Block 2; Olivia Farms 2nd Plat
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several ordinances including a special use permit for 2032 Northwind Drive and a code administrative reorganization. Discussion items include water and wastewater extensions on annexed property and the removal of traffic structures at specific 7th Street intersections.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-12 for $3,575,812.40
- Ordinance No. S-3296 special use permit for 2032 Northwind Drive
- Water & Wastewater Extensions on previously annexed property
- Removal of Traffic Structures on 7th Street at Clay, Jackson, and Jefferson Streets
- Ordinance No. G-1306 codes administrative reorganization
General
This agenda contains no substantive business items and consists entirely of procedural boilerplate. The commission will only conduct mandatory Kansas Open Meetings Act training with Jay Hall before adjourning.
- Mandatory Kansas Open Meetings Act training with Jay Hall
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several ordinances regarding land use and a final plat for Forest Park Lane. The meeting includes discussions on the 2025 City Budget and an application for library building funds. Additionally, the Commission will review an agreement for an Interim City Manager.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-11 for $1,131,711.69
- Ordinance No. S-3295: final plat for 1307 Forest Park Lane
- Ordinance No. S-3296: special use permit for 2032 Northwind Drive
- Ordinance No. S-3297: rezone 129 East Home Street to Multiple Family Residential District
- FY 2024 Defense Community Infrastructure Pilot Program application for the Library Building Project
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review the minutes from its May 7, 2024 meeting. The board will also consider an offer to purchase Lots 12 and 13, Block 4 of Deer Creek #3 for $8,000.00.
- Review of May 7, 2024 meeting minutes
- $8,000.00 offer for Lots 12 & 13, Block 4 of Deer Creek #3
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will discuss the 2025 city budget and ARPA funds. The agenda includes a rezoning request for 1510 Rucker Road and various infrastructure contracts. The commission will also hear a presentation regarding a new food pantry facility.
- Bid award for 2024 Water System Improvements to J & K Contracting, LC in the amount of $1,022,515.00
- Rezoning of 1510 Rucker Road from Mobile Home District to General Commercial District
- Change Order #1 for 2023 Alley Repairs to Stallbaumer Contracting, LLC ($8,587.56)
- Acquisition of temporary and permanent easements at 1014 South Spring Valley Road
- Selection of an Executive Recruitment firm for a City Manager
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from the April 2nd meeting and discuss electric extension costs for street lighting and a lift station in Oliva Farms. The board will also consider multiple offers to purchase various land parcels.
- Offer from C & C Homes, LLC to purchase Olivia Farms 2nd Plat lots for $17,000.00
- Offer from LL Investments to purchase several lots for $25,000.00
- Offer from Bourbon Creek, LLC to purchase Sutter Woods Subdivision lots for $25,000.00
- Offer from ADM Construction, LLC to purchase Deer Creek #3 lots for $10,000.00
- Discussion on electric extension costs in Oliva Farms
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several ordinances and resolutions regarding the Mallard Attainable Homes RHID and various property easements. The agenda also includes multiple public hearings for dangerous structures and several contract awards for city services.
- Mallard Attainable Homes RHID ordinance and development agreement
- Rezone of 1510 Rucker Road from Mobile Home to General Commercial District
- Alley Repairs bid award to T & M Concrete Construction Company for $423,100.68
- Sanitation Truck bid award to Elliott Equipment, Co. for $289,717.00
- Police Department Server Upgrade Licensing with CDWG for $66,019.88
City Commission
The Junction City Commission will consider several appropriation ordinances and updates on dangerous structures at various West 12th and 13th Street addresses. The agenda also includes a discussion on the process for hiring a new City Manager and potential appointments to the 911 and library boards. Additionally, the commission will review multiple special event permits for upcoming local festivities.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-8 for $227,058.21 and funds for Woodriver Energy and CL Hoover Opera House
- A $15,750.00 feasibility study regarding Spin City
- Updates on dangerous and unsafe structures at 424 West 13th Street, 430 West 12th Street, and 432 West 12th Street
- A request to apply for an FAA Grant for runway 18/36 rehabilitation
- Appointment of Captain Odell to the 911 Board
General
The Land Bank will review the March 19th meeting minutes and discuss community mail receptacles. The body will also consider two offers to purchase specific lots in Olivia Farms and Mann's Ranch Addition #1.
- Offer from C & C Homes, LLC. to purchase Olivia Farms 2nd Plat lots for $17,000.00
- Offer from Italian Development Group, Inc. & Brendan Doyle to purchase Mann's Ranch Addition #1 lots for $25,000.00
- Discussion on Community Mail Receptacles
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several land rezoning requests and a street maintenance contract. The agenda also includes discussions on the Taylor Road Interchange and updates regarding EMS negotiations.
- Rezoning of Ash Street tract from CCS to IL District (Ordinance S-3290)
- Rezoning of 421, 418, & 422 West 15th Street from RD to RM (Ordinance S-3291)
- Award of bid for 2024 Street Maintenance Program to APAC-Kansas, Inc. for $1,582,283.25
- Award of bid for Hazardous Park Tree Removals to Outdoors Unlimited for $12,900.00
- Appropriation Ordinance A-7 for $1,672,005.83 and pre-approvals for $1,448,022.37
General
The Land Bank will review minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting and discuss electrification concerns. The board will also consider three offers to purchase various lots in the Sutter Highlands and Sutter Woods subdivisions.
- $15,000 offer from Junghans Agency, Inc. for Sutter Highlands Lots 23-25, Block 5
- $15,000 offer from C & C Homes, LLC. for various Sutter Highlands lots
- $17,500 offer from G & G Builders, LLC. for Sutter Woods Lots 12-18, Block 3
City Commission
The City Commission will review several ordinances regarding land annexations on Liberty Hall Road, Spring Valley Road, and Glenn Dean Road. The agenda also includes a water system change order update and contract awards for park maintenance and stadium construction.
- Annexation of 2707 Liberty Hall Road (Ordinance S-3282)
- Annexation of 2701 Liberty Hall Road (Ordinance S-3283)
- Annexation of 506 South Spring Valley Road (Ordinance S-3284)
- Annexation of 604 North Spring Valley Road (Ordinance S-3285)
- Annexation of 224 North Spring Valley Road (Ordinance S-3286)
City Commission
The City Commission will consider changes to the 2023 Water System Improvements and cart path upgrades at Rolling Meadows Golf Course. The agenda also includes requests to surplus department equipment and a grant application for fire department equipment.
- Change Order #5 for 2023 Water System Improvements ($57,299.00)
- Request for additional work on 2023 Water System Improvements ($250,000.00)
- Cart Path Improvements at Rolling Meadows Golf Course
- Walmart Community Grant application for Fire Department equipment
- Appropriation Ordinance A-5 and related pre-approvals
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several land annexation ordinances and a $383,632.45 ambulance purchase via sole source. The agenda also includes an appropriation ordinance for $1,370,129.20 and updates regarding EMS litigation and negotiations.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-4 for $1,370,129.20
- Seven land annexation ordinances including 2707 Liberty Hall Road and 506 South Spring Valley Road
- Ordinance No. S-3279 regarding residential usage at 360 Grant Ave
- Purchase of an ambulance from American Response Vehicles for $383,632.45
- Ambulance contractual obligation adjustments of $26,252.89
General
The Land Bank will review the January 16th meeting minutes and an annual report of sales activity. The board is also considering several offers to sell various lots in Olivia Farms, Sutter Highlands, and Doc Hargreaves Hilltop #5.
- Special pricing for a commercial lot
- $17,000.00 offer from C&C Homes, LLC for multiple lots in Olivia Farms 2nd Plat and Olivia Farms Subdivision
- $10,000.00 offer from Mission Properties, LLC for lots in Sutter Highlands Subdivision
- $5,000.00 offer from Bradley & Maiah Diel for Lot 4, Block 11 of Doc Hargreaves Hilltop #5
City Commission
The City Commission will consider ordinances regarding land use rezoning on Ash Street and residential usage at 360 Grant Ave. The agenda also includes discussions on water treatment plant improvements and the purchase of two police vehicles. Additionally, several utility easements and contract amendments are up for consideration.
- Rezoning Ash Street area to Light Industrial District (Ordinance S-3278)
- Purchase of two 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Police Vehicles for $130,830.78
- Bid award to Lakeside Construction for demolition at 204 East 2nd Street ($3,200.00)
- Ordinance S-3279 allowing residential usage at 360 Grant Ave
- Appropriation Ordinance A-3 for $2,398,933.33 and related items totaling $209,749.86
General
The Junction City Land Bank will review minutes from the January 2, 2024 meeting. The board will also consider requests to secure land for Fire Station 3 and a future park, as well as the transfer of certain real property to the Land Bank.
- Securing Land Bank lots for Fire Station 3 and a future park
- Transfer of certain real property to the Junction City Land Bank
- Approval of January 2, 2024 meeting minutes
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several financial appropriations and a bid award for storm water work on K-18. Discussion items include emergency medical services agreements with Geary County and the evaluation of water and waste water plants.
- Appropriation Ordinance A-2 for $1,145,926.30
- Storm Water Improvements on K-18 near Spring Valley Road bid award to J & K Contracting LC for $227,148.00
- Ambulance contractual obligation adjustments of $18,480.88
- Bad debt adjustments of $25,428.00
- Discussion regarding the agreement between Junction City and Geary County for EMS
City Commission
The City Commission will conduct oaths of office for three commissioners and elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor. The agenda includes the consideration of various payroll items, regional council membership, and a sewer cleaning contract.
- Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor
- Appropriation Ordinance A-1 for $1,926,606.28
- Sanitary Sewer Cleaning Program Segment #1 award to ACE Pipe Cleaning for $497,750.00
- 2024 Flint Hills Regional Council Membership
- Appointment of City Commissioners to Boards and Committees
General
The Land Bank will meet to elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The body will also consider the minutes from the December 19, 2023, meeting.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson