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LawrenceKS averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $334,684 +3.4% yr/yr · +28.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2004–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$589.6M (FY2023)
Total spending$566.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$105.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$439.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$5,945 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025176 housing units ($46.1M)
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 02:30 PM
MPO Technical Advisory Committee
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Aviation Advisory Board
Solid Waste Annex Building, 320 NE Industrial Lane, Lawrence, Kansas
Thu Oct 8, 2026
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Affordable Housing Advisory Board releases 2020 annual activity report
This document summarizes the 2020 activities, financial transactions, and progress toward housing goals for the Affordable Housing Advisory Board. It details funding recommendations, project updates, and the status of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
- Penn Street Lofts project awarded $550,000 from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
- $426,662 in federal HOME grants awarded to local agencies
- $53,000 awarded to Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority for Project Able
- Notice of Funding Availability released for up to $450,000 in trust fund awards
- Affordable Housing Trust Fund ending balance of $632,988 (unaudited)
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2020
Annual
Report
City of Lawrence, Kansas
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Affordable Housing Advisory Board Annual Report 2020
1
City of Lawrence
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Chair
Monte Soukup
Vice-Chair
Edith Guffey
Board Members
Cole Browne, Rebecca Buford, Ron Gaches, Christina Gentry, Thomas Howe,
Patrick Kelly, Paul Nuzum, Dana Ortiz, Shannon Oury, Sarah Waters, Erika Zimmerman
Staff Liaisons
Diane Stoddard, Assistant City Manager
Danielle Buschkoetter, Budget and Strategic Initiatives Administrator
Jeff Crick, Director, Planning and Development Services
Danelle Walters, Community Development Manager
Brad Karr, Community Development Analyst
Affordable Housing Advisory Board Annual Report 2020
2
Background
Pursuant to Chapter 1, Article 18 of the code of the City of Lawrence, KS, the Affordable Housing Advisory Board
(AHAB), “shall make annual reports to the Governing Body, no later than March 1 of each year, recounting board
activities of the preceding calendar year. Such report shall, at a minimum, disclose all financial transactions
involving monies raised and received by the board, including gifts and donations, and all projects which the
board recommended and for which the Governing Body approved expenditures of money from the Affordable
Housing Trust Fund. The annual report shall be filed with the City Clerk.”
Summary of 2020 Board Activities
In February 2020, the AHAB voted to recommend that the City Commiss …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 07:30 PM
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 03:00 PM
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Connected City Advisory Board
Central Transit Station, 2315 Bob Billings Pkwy Lawrence, KS 66045
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Board
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th Street, Lawrence, KS
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 02:30 PM
MPO Technical Advisory Committee
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 07:30 PM
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Thu Nov 12, 2026
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
AHAB annual report details $550K Penn Street Lofts award and trust fund activity
This is the Affordable Housing Advisory Board's 2020 annual report, not a meeting agenda. It recounts the board's activities, including funding recommendations for the Penn Street Lofts, HOME grants, and an emergency request, plus financial transactions of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The report also outlines progress on housing goals and project updates.
- Recommended $550,000 for Penn Street Lofts, 47 affordable rental units
- Awarded $426,662 in federal HOME grants
- Awarded $53,000 for Project Able Permanent Supportive Housing
- Released NOFA for up to $450,000 in trust fund awards
- Trust fund ending balance $632,988 (unaudited)
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2020
Annual
Report
City of Lawrence, Kansas
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Affordable Housing Advisory Board Annual Report 2020
1
City of Lawrence
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Chair
Monte Soukup
Vice-Chair
Edith Guffey
Board Members
Cole Browne, Rebecca Buford, Ron Gaches, Christina Gentry, Thomas Howe,
Patrick Kelly, Paul Nuzum, Dana Ortiz, Shannon Oury, Sarah Waters, Erika Zimmerman
Staff Liaisons
Diane Stoddard, Assistant City Manager
Danielle Buschkoetter, Budget and Strategic Initiatives Administrator
Jeff Crick, Director, Planning and Development Services
Danelle Walters, Community Development Manager
Brad Karr, Community Development Analyst
Affordable Housing Advisory Board Annual Report 2020
2
Background
Pursuant to Chapter 1, Article 18 of the code of the City of Lawrence, KS, the Affordable Housing Advisory Board
(AHAB), “shall make annual reports to the Governing Body, no later than March 1 of each year, recounting board
activities of the preceding calendar year. Such report shall, at a minimum, disclose all financial transactions
involving monies raised and received by the board, including gifts and donations, and all projects which the
board recommended and for which the Governing Body approved expenditures of money from the Affordable
Housing Trust Fund. The annual report shall be filed with the City Clerk.”
Summary of 2020 Board Activities
In February 2020, the AHAB voted to recommend that the City Commiss …
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Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Connected City Advisory Board
Central Transit Station, 2315 Bob Billings Pkwy Lawrence, KS 66045
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Wed Nov 18, 2026
Community Police Review Board
City Commission Chamber
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 03:00 PM
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 02:30 PM
MPO Technical Advisory Committee
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Aviation Advisory Board
Solid Waste Annex Building, 320 NE Industrial Lane, Lawrence, Kansas
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 07:30 PM
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 03:00 PM
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 07:30 PM
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Wed Jan 20, 2027
Community Police Review Board
City Commission Chamber
Recent meetings
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Board
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th Street, Lawrence, KS
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 06:30 PM
Planning Commission
City Commission Room
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Connected City Advisory Board
Central Transit Station, 2315 Bob Billings Pkwy Lawrence, KS 66045
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 06:00 PM
CANCELLED - Historic Resources Commission
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 03:00 PM
Building Code Board of Appeals
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS 66044
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 03:00 PM
CANCELED - Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board
MPO Policy Board meeting canceled for September 17, 2026
This meeting of the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board is canceled. The agenda contains only a notice of the next meeting, scheduled for October 15, 2026, or another date set by the board. No business items are listed.
- Meeting canceled
- Next meeting: October 15, 2026 (or other date set by board)
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Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
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AGENDA
Metropolitan Planning Organization -
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board Meeting
Metropolitan Planning Organization -
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board Meeting
Metropolitan Planning Organization -
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
Thursday, September 17, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
A. NEXT MEETING:
A. NEXT MEETING:
A. NEXT MEETING:
October 15, 2026 or another date set by the MPO Policy Board.
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Wed Sep 16, 2026
Community Police Review Board
City Commission Chamber
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
City Commission Room
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
AHAB annual report details $1.75M in 2020 affordable housing spending
This is the Affordable Housing Advisory Board's 2020 annual report, not a meeting agenda. It summarizes board activities, funding recommendations, and financial transactions for the year, including $550,000 for Penn Street Lofts and $426,662 in federal HOME grants. The report also outlines progress on short-term housing goals and notes the board's ongoing review of NOFA applications for a funding recommendation in early 2021.
- $550,000 from Affordable Housing Trust Fund for Penn Street Lofts (47 affordable units)
- $426,662 in federal HOME grants awarded to local agencies
- $53,000 emergency funding for Project Able Permanent Supportive Housing
- NOFA released in October 2020 for up to $450,000 in Trust Fund awards
- Trust Fund ending balance $632,988 (unaudited)
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Lawrence City Hall Commission Room
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2020
Annual
Report
City of Lawrence, Kansas
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Affordable Housing Advisory Board Annual Report 2020
1
City of Lawrence
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Chair
Monte Soukup
Vice-Chair
Edith Guffey
Board Members
Cole Browne, Rebecca Buford, Ron Gaches, Christina Gentry, Thomas Howe,
Patrick Kelly, Paul Nuzum, Dana Ortiz, Shannon Oury, Sarah Waters, Erika Zimmerman
Staff Liaisons
Diane Stoddard, Assistant City Manager
Danielle Buschkoetter, Budget and Strategic Initiatives Administrator
Jeff Crick, Director, Planning and Development Services
Danelle Walters, Community Development Manager
Brad Karr, Community Development Analyst
Affordable Housing Advisory Board Annual Report 2020
2
Background
Pursuant to Chapter 1, Article 18 of the code of the City of Lawrence, KS, the Affordable Housing Advisory Board
(AHAB), “shall make annual reports to the Governing Body, no later than March 1 of each year, recounting board
activities of the preceding calendar year. Such report shall, at a minimum, disclose all financial transactions
involving monies raised and received by the board, including gifts and donations, and all projects which the
board recommended and for which the Governing Body approved expenditures of money from the Affordable
Housing Trust Fund. The annual report shall be filed with the City Clerk.”
Summary of 2020 Board Activities
In February 2020, the AHAB voted to recommend that the City Commiss …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Special Work Session: Aviation Advisory Board
MSO Campus - 1840 O'Connell Rd
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 07:30 PM
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
Cultural Arts Commission to review mural proposal for Midco Native Plant Park
The Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on September 9, 2026, to approve minutes, elect a Chair and Vice Chair, and review a mural proposal by Mona Cliff for Midco Native Plant Park. The agenda includes public comment and miscellaneous updates. The meeting is primarily procedural, with the mural review as the only substantive item.
- Review mural proposal by Mona Cliff for Midco Native Plant Park
- Elect Chair and Vice Chair
- Approve August 12, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Upcoming grant application periods (Unmistakable Event, Community Arts, Mini-Grant)
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City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
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AGENDA
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
Meeting
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
Meeting
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 @ 7:30 PM
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 @ 7:30 PM
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St
Lawrence, KS 66044
First Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
First Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person. Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall (6 E 6th Street) or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person. Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall (6 E 6th Street) or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person. Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall (6 E 6th Street) or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person. Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the publ …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 08:00 AM
Planning Commission Mid-Month
Discussion of new regulations for battery energy storage systems
The Planning Commission will discuss a staff memo regarding regulatory considerations for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the Unincorporated Area. The discussion focuses on establishing thresholds for different system scales, siting criteria, and development standards. This follows a 2024 initiative to address emerging land uses through text amendments.
- Discussion of BESS scale thresholds (e.g., kilowatt-hour capacity)
- Review of siting criteria including noise, fire hazard, and visual impact
- Evaluation of the existing 60 dBA sound limit and 500-foot residential setback
- Discussion of application requirements and third-party technical reviews
- Review of permitted use districts for BESS
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City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS 66044
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AGENDA
Planning Commission Mid-
Month Meeting
Planning Commission Mid-
Month Meeting
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 @
8:00 AM
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 @
8:00 AM
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor,
Lawrence, KS 66044
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor,
Lawrence, KS 66044
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Members of the public are invited to view the meeting in-
person or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Members of the public are invited to view the meeting in-
person or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Members of the public are invited to view the meeting in-
person or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
The primary format for accessing this meeting is in person at City Hall, 6 E 6th Street. Virtual
access to view the meeting cannot be guaranteed due to potential technology issues.
The primary format for accessing this meeting is in person at City Hall, 6 E 6th Street. Virtual
access to view the meeting cannot be guaranteed due to potential technology issues.
To access the meeting virtually: Virtual Meeting Registration via Zoom
To access the meeting virtually: Virtual Meeting Registration via Zoom
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A. AGENDA
A. AGENDA
A. AGENDA
1.
Regulatory Considerations for Battery Energy Storage Systems in the
Unincorporated Area
Staff Memo
Regulatory Considerations for Bat …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 05:00 PM
City Commission
Commission to consider $10.4M bonds for senior housing, $2.26M waterline contract
The Lawrence City Commission is meeting to approve routine items and several significant actions, including awarding a $2,262,053 construction contract for the Iowa Street Waterline Replacement, adopting ordinances on first reading for eminent domain and $10.4 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for The Peaks of Lawrence senior housing, and finalizing stormwater rates for 2027-2029. The agenda also includes public comment, consent agenda approvals, and a resolution for an alcohol permit at a block party.
- Award Bid No. CIFB-2600032 for Iowa Street Waterline Replacement (28th Terrace to 31st/33rd Street) to Westland Construction Inc. for $2,262,053
- Adopt on first reading Ordinance No. 10236 authorizing up to $10,400,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for The Peaks of Lawrence mixed-income senior housing
- Adopt on first reading Ordinance No. 10235 condemning property for the 2025 Safe Routes to School project and authorizing eminent domain petition
- Adopt on second and final reading Ordinance No. 10223 setting stormwater rates for 2027, 2028, and 2029
- Adopt Resolution No. 7702 allowing alcohol sale/consumption on public right-of-way for a block party on Oct 10, 2026
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City Commission Room
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AGENDA
City Commission Meeting
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
1st Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
The primary format for accessing or participating in this meeting is in person at City Hall.
Virtual access to view or participate in the meeting cannot be guaranteed due to potential
technology issues.
To view or attend virtually: Zoom Meeting
Phone one-tap: 1-253-205-0468, 81244503900# US
Public Participation Guidelines
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A.
OPEN PUBLIC COMMENT: 5:00 PM
The public is allowed to speak on issues or items not scheduled for discussion on the
agenda. Comments should be limited to issues and items germane to the business of
the Governing Body. The Commission will not discuss or debate these items, nor will
the Commission make decisions on items presented during this time. Members of the
public will be limited to three (3) minutes for comments.
B.
APPROVE AGENDA: 5:45 PM
1.
The City Commission reserves the right to amend, supplement, or re-
order the agenda during the meeting.
ACTION: Approve the agenda.
C.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Items on the Consent Agenda are considered under one motion and approved by one
motion. Members of the Governing Body may remove items for separate discussion if
desired. Members of the public may remove items identified as Quasi-Judicial for
separate discussion if desired. Members of the public will be limited to three (3)
minutes for comments.
C.1
CITY COM …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 06:30 PM
CANCELLED - Board of Zoning Appeals/Sign Code Board of Appeals
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 02:30 PM
CANCELED - MPO Technical Advisory Committee
MPO Technical Advisory Committee meeting canceled
This meeting of the Lawrence MPO Technical Advisory Committee, scheduled for September 1, 2026, has been canceled. The agenda contains only a note about the next meeting, which is set for October 6, 2026, or another date determined by the committee.
- Meeting canceled
- Next meeting: October 6, 2026 (or other date set by TAC)
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Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
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AGENDA
Metropolitan Planning Organization -
MPO Technical Advisory Committee
Metropolitan Planning Organization -
MPO Technical Advisory Committee
Meeting
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 @ 2:30 PM
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 @ 2:30 PM
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
A. NEXT MEETING:
A. NEXT MEETING:
A. NEXT MEETING:
October 6, 2026 or another date set by TAC.
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 05:00 PM
City Commission
Commission to consider 2027 budget, stormwater rates, and major K-10 annexation
The City Commission will hold public hearings on the fiscal year 2027 budget and a proposed property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate, and consider first reading of stormwater rate increases for 2027-2029. The consent agenda includes final adoption of ordinances to annex and rezone about 288 acres near K-10 and W. 6th Street for a large development, plus contracts for construction management and engineering services.
- Public hearing on FY 2027 budget and Resolution No. 7701 to levy property tax rate exceeding revenue neutral rate
- First reading of Ordinance No. 10223 establishing stormwater rates for 2027, 2028, and 2029
- Final adoption of ordinances to annex 288 acres and rezone parcels (R-2, P-2, R-3, R-4, CC) at southwest corner of K-10 and W. 6th Street
- Authorize $503,130 engineering agreement with Black & Veatch for Kaw Water Treatment Plant Pipe Gallery Replacement
- Resolution No. 7655 setting Oct 13, 2026 public hearing for Community Improvement District at West Sixth Street and George Williams Way with up to 1% sales tax
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City Commission Room
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AGENDA
City Commission Meeting
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
1st Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
The primary format for accessing or participating in this meeting is in person at City Hall.
Virtual access to view or participate in the meeting cannot be guaranteed due to potential
technology issues.
To view or attend virtually: Zoom Meeting
Phone one-tap: 1-719-359-4580, 88467820802# US
Public Participation Guidelines
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A. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
1.
Consider a motion to recess into Executive Session.
ACTION: Approve a motion to recess into executive session for
approximately 30 minutes to discuss privileged legal communications
from the City’s attorneys regarding case law and its application to City
operations pursuant to K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2). The justification for the
executive session is to keep attorney-client privileged matters confidential
at this time. The City Commission will resume its regular meeting in the
City Commission room (at approximately _:__ p.m.) after the executive
session is concluded.
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B. APPROVE AGENDA:
1.
The City Commission reserves the right to amend, supplement, or re-
order the agenda during the meeting.
ACTION: Approve the agenda.
C. CONSENT AGENDA:
Items on the Consent Agenda are considered under one motion and approved by one
motion. Members of the Governing Body may remove items for separate discussion if
desired. …
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Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 03:00 PM
Building Code Board of Appeals
Board discusses 2024 International Energy Code amendments
The Building Code Board of Appeals will discuss significant changes to the 2024 International Energy Code (IECC). The discussion includes how to maintain the 2018 IRC as the governing standard for 1-2 family dwellings and addressing potential equipment oversizing challenges.
- Discussion of 2024 International Energy Code (IECC) significant changes
- Review of 2018 IRC vs. 2024 IECC standards for 1-2 family dwellings
- Discussion regarding Manual J calculations and equipment oversizing
- Review of previous meeting minutes from August 13, 2026
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City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS 66044
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AGENDA
Building Code Board of Appeals Meeting
Thursday, August 27, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS
66044
Thursday, August 27, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS
66044
Thursday, August 27, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS
66044
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Members of the public are invited to view the meeting in-
person or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Members of the public are invited to view the meeting in-
person or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Members of the public are invited to view the meeting in-
person or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
The primary format for accessing this meeting is in person at City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground
floor, Planning & Development Services, Lawrence, KS. Virtual access to view the meeting
The primary format for accessing this meeting is in person at City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground
floor, Planning & Development Services, Lawrence, KS. Virtual access to view the meeting
cannot be guaranteed due to potential technology issues.
To access the meeting virtually: Virtual Meeting Registration via Zoom
cannot be guaranteed due to potential technology issues.
To access the meeting virtually: Virtual Meeting Registration via Zoom
cannot be guaranteed due to potential t …
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Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Board
Board discusses recommending environmental KPIs to the City Commission
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Board is discussing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to recommend for integration into the Vision 2030 Strategic Plan. The discussion focuses on establishing measurable metrics for environmental performance, such as renewable energy use, transit ridership, and waste reduction.
- Discussion of KPIs for Vision 2030 Strategic Plan integration
- Review of July 23, 2026, meeting minutes
- Public comment regarding the repeal of remaining parking mandates in the Lawrence City Code
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City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th Street, Lawrence, KS
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AGENDA
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Board
Meeting
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Board
Meeting
Thursday, August 27, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th Street,
Lawrence, KS
Thursday, August 27, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th Street,
Lawrence, KS
Thursday, August 27, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th Street,
Lawrence, KS
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Some board members and staff will be present in the
room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in
person at City Hall or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Some board members and staff will be present in the
room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in
person at City Hall or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Some board members and staff will be present in the
room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in
person at City Hall or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
Written public comment must be received by 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please send
correspondence electronically to [email protected].
Written public comment must be received by 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please sen …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission Special Meeting
City Commission to hear updates on MSO campus and airport, no votes
This is a special meeting with no binding action and no public comment. The Commission will receive updates on the Municipal Services & Operations (MSO) Campus and the Lawrence Municipal Airport, and hear a clarification from the Deputy City Attorney about an error in prior advice on rezoning options. The attorney will explain that the City Code conflicts with state law and propose a future text amendment.
- Update on Municipal Services & Operations (MSO) Campus
- Update on Lawrence Municipal Airport
- Clarification of Aug 18, 2026 meeting: City Code rezoning option conflicts with state law K.S.A. 12-757(d)
- Planned September text amendment to align Land Development Code with state law
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City Commission Room
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AGENDA
City Commission Special Meeting
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 @ 5:45 PM
1st Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 @ 5:45 PM
1st Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
The primary format for accessing or participating in this meeting is in person at City Hall.
Virtual access to view or participate in the meeting cannot be guaranteed due to potential
technology issues.
The primary format for accessing or participating in this meeting is in person at City Hall.
Virtual access to view or participate in the meeting cannot be guaranteed due to potential
technology issues.
The primary format for accessing or participating in this meeting is in person at City Hall.
Virtual access to view or participate in the meeting cannot be guaranteed due to potential
technology issues.
To view or attend virtually: Zoom Meeting
Phone one-tap: 1-669-444-9171, 85425499371#
Public Participation Guidelines
To view or attend virtually: Zoom Meeting
Phone one-tap: 1-669-444-9171, 85425499371#
Public Participation Guidelines
To view or attend virtually: Zoom Meeting
Phone one-tap: 1-669-444-9171, 85425499371#
Public Participation Guidelines
To view or attend virtually: Zoom Meeting
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Public Participation Guidelines
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A. AGENDA ITEMS:
A. AGENDA ITEMS:
A. AGENDA ITEMS:
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 06:30 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to weigh annexations, rezoning, and a variance
The Lawrence Planning Commission is meeting to consider several land-use items, including two annexation requests, two rezoning requests, a variance for a minor subdivision, and a text amendment to the Land Development Code. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, receiving committee reports, and public comment.
- Variance request for Mill's 4th Street Addition (PLAT-26-0040) at 243 N 4th Street to allow frontage and access via an adjacent alley
- Annexation A-26-0004: approximately 136.9 acres at 1593 N 1900 Road, submitted by KU Endowment Association
- Annexation A-26-0005: approximately 177 acres near Kansas State Highway 10 and W. 6th Street / Bob Billings Parkway, submitted by D & S Land LLC
- Rezone Z-26-0038: approximately 76 acres from AG-1 to R-3 (Residential Medium Density) near Highway 10 and Bob Billings Parkway
- Rezone Z-26-0039: approximately 38 acres from AG-1 to R-5 (Residential Very High Density) near Highway 10 and Bob Billings Parkway
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AGENDA
Planning Commission
Meeting
Monday, August 24, 2026 @
6:30 PM
City Commission Room
First Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th
Street
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Virtual participation is allowed for any participant, including
Commissioners, staff and the public. Some staff will be present in the room while others will
participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in-person at City Hall, 6 E.
6th Street, or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
Written public comment must be received by the Planning & Development Services office by 10:00
a.m. on the Monday of the week of the regular meeting. Correspondence can be submitted
electronically to [email protected] or mailed to PO Box 708, Lawrence, KS 66044. If you
wish
your
in
so
indicate
please
correspondence.
information
contact
your
have
to
withheld,
Comments received after the deadline will not be posted and there is no guarantee that such
comments will be considered.
Live public comment can be made in person at the meeting or virtually using the Zoom link provided
below.
If anyone wants to share visual documentation during the hybrid meeting (map, photo, document,
etc.), it must be emailed as a PDF to [email protected] by 10:00 a.m. on the day of the
meeting.
The primary format for accessing or participating in this meeting is in person at City Hall.
Virtual access to view or participate in the meeting cannot be gu …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Historic Resources Commission
Historic Resources Commission meeting on August 20, 2026
The Historic Resources Commission will meet to review minutes from the July 16, 2026, meeting. The commission will also consider confirming several design review applications that have already received administrative staff approval.
- Approval of July 16, 2026, meeting minutes
- Confirmation of staff-approved Design Review applications (Agenda Item Report 26-523)
historic-preservationdesign-reviewplanninggovernment-meeting
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
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AGENDA
Historic Resources Commission Meeting
Thursday, August 20, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St
Thursday, August 20, 2026 @ 6:00 PM
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St
Lawrence, KS 66044
First Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
First Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Historic Resources Commission members will attend
either in-person at City Hall or virtually via Zoom. Some staff will be present in the room while others
will participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in-person at City Hall or
virtually using the Zoom registration link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Historic Resources Commission members will attend
either in-person at City Hall or virtually via Zoom. Some staff will be present in the room while others
will participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in-person at City Hall or
virtually using the Zoom registration link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Historic Resources Commission members will attend
either in-person at City Hall or virtually via Zoom. Some staff will be present in the room while others
will participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in-person at City Hall or
virtually using the Zoom registration link provided below.
This meeting will be held in …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 03:00 PM
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board
MPO Board to review bike plans and freight corridor proposals
The Lawrence-Douglas County MPO Policy Board will consider several transportation updates, including a new 2026 Lawrence Bikes plan. The board will also discuss freight corridor proposals for the KDOT State Freight & Rail Plan and amendments to regional planning and transportation programs.
- Approval of the 2026 Lawrence Bikes plan to replace the 2019 version
- Approval of Critical Urban Freight Corridors proposal for KDOT consideration
- 2026 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) Amendment 1
- 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment 6
- Vision Zero Annual Reports for Lawrence, Eudora, and Baldwin City
transportationbikingfreightplanninginfrastructuresafety
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
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AGENDA
Metropolitan Planning Organization -
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board Meeting
Metropolitan Planning Organization -
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board Meeting
Metropolitan Planning Organization -
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board Meeting
Thursday, August 20, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
Thursday, August 20, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
Lawrence Public Library Meeting Room A
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Some staff will be in-person, however, it is anticipated
that the voting members will be virtual. Virtual participation is allowed for any participant, including
staff and the public.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Some staff will be in-person, however, it is anticipated
that the voting members will be virtual. Virtual participation is allowed for any participant, including
staff and the public.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Some staff will be in-person, however, it is anticipated
that the voting members will be virtual. Virtual participation is allowed for any participant, including
staff and the public.
To join the meeting virtually and/or to provide public comment: Virtual Meeting Registration via Zoom
To join the meeting virtually and/or to provide public comment: Virtual Meeting Registration via Zoom
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 05:45 PM
City Commission
Commission to consider annexing 288 acres and rezoning for West of K-10 development
The City Commission will consider a major development proposal at the southwest corner of K-10 and W. 6th Street, including annexing 288 acres, amending the West of K-10 Plan, and rezoning parcels for residential, commercial, and open space uses. The agenda also includes consent items for contracts, ordinances, and a transit funding agreement, plus a discussion of the 2027 proposed budget.
- Annexation of 288 acres at K-10 and W. 6th St (Ordinance 10226)
- Rezoning of ~288 acres to R-2, R-3, R-4, CC, and P-2 districts (Ordinances 10227-10231)
- Transit operating assistance agreement with State of Kansas for $1,224,635
- Contract amendments: SBB Engineering $5,290, Sunflower Paving $39,900, Black & Veatch $119,939
- Ordinance 10222 to amend 8th & Pennsylvania design guidelines for affordable housing
zoningannexationbudgethousingtransitcontractsordinances
City Commission Room
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AGENDA
City Commission Meeting
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 @ 5:45 PM
1st Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
The primary format for accessing or participating in this meeting is in person at City Hall.
Virtual access to view or participate in the meeting cannot be guaranteed due to potential
technology issues.
To view or attend virtually: Zoom Meeting
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Public Participation Guidelines
Page
A. APPROVE AGENDA:
1.
The City Commission reserves the right to amend, supplement, or re-
order the agenda during the meeting.
ACTION: Approve the agenda.
B. CONSENT AGENDA:
Items on the Consent Agenda are considered under one motion and approved by one
motion. Members of the Governing Body may remove items for separate discussion if
desired. Members of the public may remove items identified as Quasi-Judicial for
separate discussion if desired. Members of the public will be limited to three (3)
minutes for comments.
B.1 CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES:
a)
Consider approving City Commission meeting minutes.
ACTION: Approve the 08/11/26 City Commission meeting
minutes.
City Commission - Aug 11 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
9 - 18
B.2 CLAIMS:
a)
Consider approving all claims. The list of claims will be posted by
the Finance Department on Monday prior to the meeting. If
Monday is a holiday, the claims will be posted as soon as
possible the next business day.
ACTIO …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 06:30 PM
Douglas County Food Policy Council
Food Policy Council discusses legislative votes and working group updates
The Douglas County Food Policy Council is considering moving the final vote on 2027 legislative recommendations to October 19, 2026. The Council is also reviewing updates from the Indigenous Foodways and Forward working groups.
- Proposal to move the final vote on 2027 legislative recommendations to October 19, 2026
- Indigenous Food Systems Study and Action Plan (IFSSAP) updates
- Native American Community Food Systems Survey closing September 28, 2026
- Forward Working Group updates regarding waste management plans
- Membership update: Shelby Ostrom has stepped down from the Council
food-policylegislative-recommendationsindigenous-foodwaysfood-wastedouglas-county
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AGENDA
Douglas County Food Policy Council
Meeting
Douglas County Food Policy Council
Meeting
Monday, August 17, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Various Locations
Monday, August 17, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
Various Locations
TheDouglas County Food Policy Council (FPC) works to identify the benefits, challenges, and
opportunities for building a successful, sustainable local food system. Its purpose is to advise elected
officials on food-system-related policy issues and to serve as a community forum for local food
system development. Meeting details, minutes, and materials can be found at: Food Policy Council
(FPC) Mon, Aug 17 2026 6:30 PM | Douglas County KS
TheDouglas County Food Policy Council (FPC) works to identify the benefits, challenges, and
opportunities for building a successful, sustainable local food system. Its purpose is to advise elected
officials on food-system-related policy issues and to serve as a community forum for local food
system development. Meeting details, minutes, and materials can be found at: Food Policy Council
(FPC) Mon, Aug 17 2026 6:30 PM | Douglas County KS
TheDouglas County Food Policy Council (FPC) works to identify the benefits, challenges, and
opportunities for building a successful, sustainable local food system. Its purpose is to advise elected
officials on food-system-related policy issues and to serve as a community forum for local food
system development. Meeting details, minutes, and materials can be found at: Food Policy Cou …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Human Relations Commission
Human Relations Commission discusses housing rights and a conversion therapy ban request
The Commission will review a request from the Attorney General regarding the repeal of Ordinance No. 9828. Members will also discuss the Housing Bill of Rights and a potential public hearing for a specific complaint case.
- Review of Attorney General request to repeal Ordinance No. 9828 (Conversion Therapy Ban)
- Discussion of Housing Bill of Rights next steps
- Public hearing discussion for Tajahn Thomas vs. Andrea Westgate and Miles Automotive, Inc.
- Briefing on April meeting with Landlords of Lawrence
- Approval of December 2025 minutes
human-rightshousingordinanceslegal-requestspublic-hearing
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AGENDA
Human Relations Commission Meeting
Monday, August 17, 2026 @6:00pm
City Hall Commission Room
Monday, August 17, 2026 @6:00pm
City Hall Commission Room
First Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person.Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person.Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person.Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person.Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person.Some staff will be
present in the room while others …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Connected City Advisory Board
Board to recommend approval of 2026 Lawrence Bikes plan
The Connected City Advisory Board will consider recommending approval of the 2026 Lawrence Bikes plan, which replaces the 2019 plan. The board will also receive the Complete Streets Checklist for the Bob Billings Extension project and a staff report on Vision Zero. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
- Recommend approval of 2026 Lawrence Bikes plan to replace 2019 plan
- Receive Complete Streets Checklist for Bob Billings Extension project MS1-00017
- Receive staff report on Vision Zero (2025 crash data: 321 fatal/injury crashes)
- Approve April 20 and May 18, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discuss North Lawrence Corridor Study
bike-plancomplete-streetsvision-zerotransportationpublic-commentminutes
MSO Campus - 1840 O'Connell Rd Lawrence, KS 66046
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AGENDA
Connected City Advisory Board Meeting
Monday, August 17, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
MSO Campus - 1840 O'Connell Rd Lawrence, KS
66046
Monday, August 17, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
MSO Campus - 1840 O'Connell Rd Lawrence, KS
66046
Monday, August 17, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
MSO Campus - 1840 O'Connell Rd Lawrence, KS
66046
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Some Board members and staff will be present in the
room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in
person at 1840 O'Connell Road Lawrence, KS 66046 or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Some Board members and staff will be present in the
room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in
person at 1840 O'Connell Road Lawrence, KS 66046 or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Some Board members and staff will be present in the
room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting in
person at 1840 O'Connell Road Lawrence, KS 66046 or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
Written public comment must be received by 12:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Send
correspondence electronically to Connected City Support. If you wish to have your contact
information withheld, indicate so in your correspondence. Comments received after the deadl …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 03:00 PM
Building Code Board of Appeals
Board to review 2024 International Energy Code chapter changes
The Building Code Board of Appeals will hold a hybrid meeting to review the 2024 International Energy Code (IECC) as part of an ongoing chapter-by-chapter review. They will also consider approving the minutes from the July 30, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes only these items, with no public hearings or votes on specific projects listed.
- Review of 2024 International Energy Code (IECC) - Chapter Review (Meeting 2)
- Approval of minutes from July 30, 2026 meeting
building-codeenergy-codemeetingminutes
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS 66044
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AGENDA
Building Code Board of Appeals Meeting
Thursday, August 13, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS
66044
Thursday, August 13, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS
66044
Thursday, August 13, 2026 @ 3:00 PM
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS
66044
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Members of the public are invited to view the meeting in-
person or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Members of the public are invited to view the meeting in-
person or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in hybrid format. Members of the public are invited to view the meeting in-
person or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
The primary format for accessing this meeting is in person at City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground
floor, Planning & Development Services, Lawrence, KS. Virtual access to view the meeting
The primary format for accessing this meeting is in person at City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground
floor, Planning & Development Services, Lawrence, KS. Virtual access to view the meeting
cannot be guaranteed due to potential technology issues.
To access the meeting virtually: Virtual Meeting Registration via Zoom
cannot be guaranteed due to potential technology issues.
To access the meeting virtually: Virtual Meeting Registration via Zoom
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
AHAB annual report details $1.75M in 2020 affordable housing spending
This is the Affordable Housing Advisory Board's 2020 annual report to the City Commission, summarizing activities and financial transactions. It details $1,754,536 in expenditures from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, including $550,000 for Penn Street Lofts and $53,000 for emergency rental assistance. The report also covers funding recommendations, project updates, and progress toward housing goals.
- $550,000 awarded to Penn Street Lofts (47 affordable units)
- $426,662 in federal HOME grants awarded to local agencies
- $53,000 emergency funding for Project Able rental assistance
- NOFA released for up to $450,000 in Trust Fund awards
- Trust Fund ending balance $632,988 (unaudited)
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City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
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2020
Annual
Report
City of Lawrence, Kansas
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Affordable Housing Advisory Board Annual Report 2020
1
City of Lawrence
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Chair
Monte Soukup
Vice-Chair
Edith Guffey
Board Members
Cole Browne, Rebecca Buford, Ron Gaches, Christina Gentry, Thomas Howe,
Patrick Kelly, Paul Nuzum, Dana Ortiz, Shannon Oury, Sarah Waters, Erika Zimmerman
Staff Liaisons
Diane Stoddard, Assistant City Manager
Danielle Buschkoetter, Budget and Strategic Initiatives Administrator
Jeff Crick, Director, Planning and Development Services
Danelle Walters, Community Development Manager
Brad Karr, Community Development Analyst
Affordable Housing Advisory Board Annual Report 2020
2
Background
Pursuant to Chapter 1, Article 18 of the code of the City of Lawrence, KS, the Affordable Housing Advisory Board
(AHAB), “shall make annual reports to the Governing Body, no later than March 1 of each year, recounting board
activities of the preceding calendar year. Such report shall, at a minimum, disclose all financial transactions
involving monies raised and received by the board, including gifts and donations, and all projects which the
board recommended and for which the Governing Body approved expenditures of money from the Affordable
Housing Trust Fund. The annual report shall be filed with the City Clerk.”
Summary of 2020 Board Activities
In February 2020, the AHAB voted to recommend that the City Commiss …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 07:30 PM
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
Commission to review 2026 Phoenix Awards artist applications and scores
The Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission will meet in hybrid format on August 12, 2026, to review 2026 Phoenix Awards artist qualifications and individual commission scores. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the July 8 meeting, public comment, and a calendar of upcoming grant periods. No other substantive decisions are listed.
- Review 2026 Phoenix Awards artist qualifications and individual commission scores
- Approve minutes from July 8, 2026 Cultural Arts Commission meeting
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Upcoming grant periods: Unmistakable Event Grant (Oct-Nov 2026), Community Arts Grant (Dec 2026-Feb 2027), Community Arts Mini-Grant (Jan-Mar 2027)
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City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
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AGENDA
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
Meeting
Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission
Meeting
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 @ 7:30 PM
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 @ 7:30 PM
City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St
Lawrence, KS 66044
First Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
First Floor of City Hall, 6 East 6th Street
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person. Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall (6 E 6th Street) or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person. Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall (6 E 6th Street) or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person. Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public are invited to join the
meeting in person at City Hall (6 E 6th Street) or virtually using the Zoom link provided below.
This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Board members will be in person. Some staff will be
present in the room while others may participate virtually. Members of the public a …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 08:00 AM
CANCELLED - Planning Commission Mid-Month
City Hall, 6 E 6th St, ground floor, Lawrence, KS 66044
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 179 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $14.6M | EMR, INC. Department of Defense · IGF::OT::IGF CON; DB; BEQ 484 WATER INTRUSION REPAIRS, NSA PANAMA CITY |
| $12.4M | FIRELAKE-DIVERSIFIED JV2 LLC Environmental Protection Agency · ORD/R6 LAB CONSOLIDATION PROJECT ADA, OK - PHASE 1 |
| $9.7M | FIRELAKE-DIVERSIFIED JV2 LLC Environmental Protection Agency · CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR ORD AND R6 LAB CONSOLIDATION TASK ORDER 3 BI |
| $9.3M | VIROVAX LLC Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::OT::IGF ADJUVANT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM |
| $7.3M | EMR, INC. Department of Defense · BASE AWARD + OPTIONS 3, 4, 5 C-146 SIMULATOR FACILITY |
| $7.2M | FIRELAKE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of the Interior · REPAIRS TO CONCRETE DAMAGE ON MEDICINE CREEK DAM AND ADDITION OF SITE |
| $7.0M | FIRELAKE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Agriculture · BIOCONTAINMENT LAB PRESSURE MONITOR IMPROVEMENTS |
| $6.6M | FIRELAKE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of Agriculture · BIOCONTAINMENT LAB PENETRATION SEALING IMPROVEMENTS |
| $6.5M | FIRELAKE CONSTRUCTION INC Department of the Interior · SD-LAKE ANDES NWR-BUNKHOUSE |
| $6.0M | UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS CENTER FOR RESEARCH INC Department of Defense · BAA 21-0029, YEAR 1 - TASK 1-3 IMPROVING THE PERFORMANCE OF CONCRETE D |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Douglas County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-321 people (-$34.0M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)4 ({"Severe Storm": 13, "Tornado": 2, "Flood": 2, "Biological": · last Sun Mar 29, 2020)
Traffic fatalities5 (1 pedestrian · 2023)
Business establishments2,774 (38,737 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,138/mo (1,295 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy12.2% (low numeracy 20% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
490
Recorded votes
$589.6M
Annual budget
$439.2M
Debt outstanding
176
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$589.6M
Spending$566.3M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$439.2M
Debt-to-revenue0.74×
Debt-load index57 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.