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Lawrence public meetings in 2022

47 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 21, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review residential and commercial development requests

The Planning Commission will consider several land use items, including a final plat for Mercato 3rd Addition and a rezoning request for a 5.64-acre site. The meeting also includes discussions on tax increment financing, street variances, and a special use permit for a downtown bar expansion.

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City Commission Room
Tue Dec 20, 2022 · 05:00 PM

City Commission

Lawrence City Commission discusses infrastructure, zoning, and emergency sheltering

The City Commission will consider multiple engineering contracts for wastewater and airport projects, several zoning ordinances, and a severe weather emergency declaration. The meeting also includes discussions on affordable housing funding and stormwater drainage charges.

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City Commission Room
Mon Dec 19, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss rezoning requests and wind energy regulations

The Planning Commission will consider two rezoning requests for properties on E. 900 Road and E. 902 Road. The commission will also receive an update regarding text amendments for wind energy conversion systems.

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City Commission Room
Thu Dec 15, 2022 · 03:00 PM

Canceled-Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board

December 15 Lawrence-Douglas County MPO Policy Board meeting canceled

The Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board meeting scheduled for December 15, 2022, was canceled.

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City Commission Room, City Hall, 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Wed Dec 14, 2022 · 07:30 AM

Planning Commission Mid-Month

Planning Commission to hold study session on wind energy regulations

The Planning Commission will conduct a study session regarding draft revised regulations for Wind Energy Conversion Systems. The session covers definitions and requirements for both personal and commercial wind energy projects in Douglas County.

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Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 05:00 PM

City Commission

Commission discusses housing protections and infrastructure maintenance contracts

The City Commission will consider an ordinance to provide equal housing opportunities regardless of income source or domestic violence status. The meeting also includes discussions on road maintenance contracts, transit grants, and utility improvements.

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City Commission Room
Thu Dec 8, 2022 · 04:00 PM

Land Development Code Update Steering Committee

Steering Committee reviews overview of Lawrence Land Development Code update

The Steering Committee is reviewing a high-level overview of the upcoming Land Development Code (LDC) Assessment. Members will provide input on topics including neighborhood character, business parks, and water use in development.

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City Hall Riverfront, 1 Riverfront Plaza, Ste 320, Lawrence, KS 66044
Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Transportation 2050 Steering Committee

Steering Committee reviews 2050 travel demand model and community engagement

The Transportation 2050 Steering Committee is reviewing a travel demand model used to forecast future roadway and transit needs. Members are also discussing community engagement strategies and reviewing programmed road and bridge projects.

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Riverfront Ad Astra Conference Room, City Hall Riverfront, 1 Riverfront Plaza, Suite 320, Lawrence, Kansas 66044
Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 05:00 PM

City Commission

Lawrence City Commission to vote on utility rates and major infrastructure contracts

The City Commission will meet to discuss employer negotiations and potential real property acquisitions in executive sessions. The regular meeting includes votes on revised water, sewage, and solid waste rates, as well as several large construction and engineering contracts.

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City Commission Room
Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 02:30 PM

Canceled-MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The December 6 MPO Technical Advisory Committee meeting is canceled

The Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 6, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 3, 2023.

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City Commission Room, City Hall, 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 06:30 PM

CANCELLED - Board of Zoning Appeals/Sign Code Board of Appeals

December 1 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting was cancelled

The meeting scheduled for December 1, 2022, was cancelled due to an incorrect deferral listed on the agenda. The agenda included a parking variance request for a proposed restaurant at 900 Pennsylvania Street and a multi-part variance for a sorority house at 1630 Oxford Road.

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City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Mon Nov 21, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Douglas County Food Policy Council

Douglas County Food Policy Council to vote on Vice Chair and budget requests

The Council will discuss leadership candidates for a vote on the Vice Chair position. Members will also review end-of-year budget updates and a funding request for promotional materials.

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Various Locations
Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 03:00 PM

Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board

MPO Board to review 2023 work program, safety targets, and Title VI plan

The Policy Board will consider the 2023 Unified Planning Work Program, which outlines upcoming projects like the Regional Pedestrian Plan and Transportation 2050. The board will also review proposed 2023 safety targets and an updated Title VI compliance plan. Additionally, the board received correspondence regarding the Civic Engagement Commission.

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City Commission Room, City Hall, 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review subdivision, rezoning, and land use requests

The Planning Commission will consider several land use applications, including a preliminary plat for Redemption Hill Subdivision and a conditional use permit for mining and excavation. The meeting also includes a joint session with the Eudora Planning Commission regarding a 242.21-acre natural resource extraction use.

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City Commission Room
Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Transportation 2050 Steering Committee

Steering Committee discusses Transportation 2050 goals and street classifications

The Transportation 2050 Steering Committee is reviewing draft goals, objectives, and strategies for regional transportation. The committee is also discussing proposed changes to the Lawrence Major Thoroughfares map and conducting a financial analysis review.

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Riverfront Ad Astra Conference Room, City Hall Riverfront, 1 Riverfront Plaza, Suite 320, Lawrence, Kansas 66044
Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 05:45 PM

City Commission

Lawrence City Commission discusses utility rates and new development projects

The City Commission will consider first readings for ordinances regarding water, sewage, and solid waste service rates. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for The Crossing project at the University of Kansas.

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City Commission Room
Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 05:45 PM

City Commission

Lawrence City Commission to discuss historic landmarks and shelter permits

The City Commission will consider ordinances for a temporary shelter permit and a historic landmark nomination. The meeting also includes a work session on a strategic plan update and a budget transfer for fire department radios.

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City Commission Room
Thu Nov 3, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Board of Zoning Appeals/Sign Code Board of Appeals

Board considers parking and setback variances for 900 Rhode Island Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing a request for multiple variances at the Turnhalle structure to allow for a restaurant and event center. Staff recommends denying the request to reduce parking from 152 to 28 spaces, but recommends approving variances for the rear setback and impervious lot cover.

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City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 02:30 PM

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

MPO committee reviews 2023 planning work, safety targets, and Title VI updates

The Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to recommend approval of the 2023 Unified Planning Work Program and new 2023 safety targets. The committee will also review an updated Title VI plan regarding non-discrimination compliance.

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City Commission Room, City Hall, 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 05:00 PM

City Commission

Lawrence City Commission discusses tobacco laws, housing, and infrastructure projects

The City Commission will consider adopting new tobacco use and licensing ordinances and a special use permit for a splash pad at 700 Lyon Street. The meeting also includes discussions on a temporary emergency winter shelter and various engineering and maintenance contracts.

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City Commission Room
Thu Oct 27, 2022 · 03:00 PM

Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board

MPO Board considers new transit program and dissolving two advisory committees

The Policy Board will vote on the FFY 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program. They will also consider resolutions to dissolve the Regional Transit Advisory Committee and the Bicycle Advisory Committee.

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Riverfront Ad Astra Conference Room, City Hall Riverfront, 1 Riverfront Plaza, Suite 320, Lawrence, Kansas 66044
Wed Oct 26, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Planning Commission

Commission to consider special use permit for emergency winter shelter capacity increase

The Planning Commission is considering a special use permit to allow an emergency winter shelter at 115 W. 11th Street to serve up to 75 individuals. This increase from the previous 40-person limit requires a permit and a temporary suspension of certain building and fire code enforcement. The project has a projected fiscal impact of $125,000.

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City Commission Room
Mon Oct 24, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews commercial plats and special use permits

The Planning Commission will consider several land use applications, including a preliminary plat for a commercial development at 6309 Klein Drive and a car wash special use permit. The Commission will also discuss neighborhood plan updates and a rezoning request for 4101 W. 6th Street.

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City Commission Room
Fri Oct 21, 2022 · 08:30 AM

Planning Commission Orientation

Planning Commission orientation for Lawrence-Douglas County officials

The Planning Commission is holding an orientation session for its members. The meeting includes training on the legal foundations of planning, the Plan 2040 comprehensive plan, and legal requirements such as the Kansas Open Meetings Act.

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1 Riverfront Plaza, Suite 320
Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 05:00 PM

City Commission

Lawrence City Commission discusses major infrastructure and tobacco ordinances

The City Commission will consider several large-scale construction contracts and infrastructure improvements. The meeting also includes first and second readings of ordinances regarding tobacco use and industrial rezoning.

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City Commission Room
Mon Oct 17, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Douglas County Food Policy Council

Douglas County Food Policy Council discusses fellowship funding and community grants

The Food Policy Council will review a funding request for the KFB Casten Fellowship and a KFAN mini-grant proposal for policy engagement stipends. The meeting also includes updates on urban agriculture water rates and various sustainability reports.

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Various Locations
Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 05:45 PM

City Commission

Commission to discuss Queens Road project and utility assistance expansion

The City Commission will consider a $6.19 million construction contract for the Queens Road Public Improvement Project and a $124,450 purchase of bus shelters. Additionally, staff will seek direction on whether to prioritize and fund the expansion of utility assistance programs.

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City Commission Room
Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 02:30 PM

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

MPO committee discusses safety targets and proposed dissolution of advisory groups

The Technical Advisory Committee is reviewing the FFY 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program and discussing proposed 2023 safety targets. The committee will also consider recommendations to dissolve the Regional Transit Advisory Committee and the Bicycle Advisory Committee.

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City Commission Room, City Hall, 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Thu Oct 6, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Board of Zoning Appeals/Sign Code Board of Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals to consider residential setback variances

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings regarding requests for zoning variances. The items include setback reductions for residential properties and a deferred request regarding parking requirements for a commercial development.

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City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Tue Oct 4, 2022 · 05:00 PM

City Commission

Lawrence City Commission to approve multiple infrastructure and construction contracts

The City Commission will meet to decide on several large-scale construction bids, including watermain replacements and sidewalk improvements. The agenda also includes rezoning requests, budget amendments, and the purchase of police and fire equipment.

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City Commission Room
Wed Sep 28, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews subdivision and rezoning requests in Lawrence

The Planning Commission will consider several land use items, including a preliminary plat for a church parking lot expansion and a rezoning request for an industrial property. One item regarding eating and drinking establishment standards has been deferred.

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City Commission Room
Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review airport terminal remodel and several conditional use permits

The Planning Commission will consider a revised site plan for the airport terminal at 1930 Airport Road. The meeting also includes a joint session with the Baldwin City Planning Commission to discuss an event center permit. Additionally, the commission will review conditional use permits for equipment storage and an indoor sports facility.

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City Commission Room
Thu Sep 22, 2022 · 05:30 PM

Transportation 2050 Steering Committee

Steering Committee reviews public engagement and existing conditions for Transportation 2050

The Transportation 2050 Steering Committee is discussing a draft summary of public engagement and a draft of existing regional conditions. The meeting includes a review of 728 survey responses and 22 stakeholder interviews regarding local transportation needs.

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City Commission Room
Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 05:45 PM

City Commission

Commission discusses water rates and utility assistance expansion

The City Commission will review revised water and wastewater rate scenarios for the 2023-2025 period. Members will also discuss whether to prioritize and fund the expansion of utility assistance programs.

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City Commission Room
Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Douglas County Food Policy Council

Food Policy Council discusses farm tour funding and project support

The Douglas County Food Policy Council will review funding requests for the Kaw Valley Farm Tour and the KFB Casten Fellowship program. Members will also hear a presentation regarding a letter of support for the People’s Century Farm project.

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Various Locations
Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 03:00 PM

Canceled Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board

Lawrence-Douglas County MPO Policy Board meeting canceled

The Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board meeting scheduled for September 15, 2022, has been canceled.

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City Commission Room, City Hall, 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Wed Sep 14, 2022 · 07:30 AM

Planning Commission Mid-Month

Planning Commission reviews Lawrence bike plans and safe routes to school

The Commission is reviewing the Lawrence Bikes plan and the Safe Routes to School framework. These documents outline goals for increasing bicycle ridership, improving sidewalk connectivity, and enhancing safety for students walking or biking to school.

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1 Riverfront Plaza, Suite 320
Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 05:45 PM

City Commission

Lawrence City Commission discusses water rates and housing partnerships

The Commission will review water/wastewater rate scenarios and discuss a partnership for a mixed-use development featuring 24 permanent supportive housing units. Other items include road maintenance contracts and several zoning ordinances.

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City Commission Room
Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 05:45 PM

City Commission

Commission to adopt 2023 operating budget and 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan

The City Commission will consider several major financial and land-use items, including the 2023 operating budget and a multi-year capital plan. The meeting also includes discussions on infrastructure contracts, transit vehicle purchases, and various rezoning requests.

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City Commission Room
Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 02:30 PM

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The September 6 MPO Technical Advisory Committee meeting is canceled

The Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 6, 2022, has been canceled.

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City Commission Room, City Hall, 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Thu Sep 1, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Board of Zoning Appeals/Sign Code Board of Appeals

Board considers driveway and parking variances for 6th Street and Ohio Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing two variance requests. One involves a proposed fast-food drive-in at 2515 W. 6th Street seeking to reduce the required distance between a driveway and a stop-controlled intersection, and the other involves a parking space reduction at 1346 Ohio Street.

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City Commission Room, City Hall 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Wed Aug 31, 2022 · 04:00 PM

Land Development Code Update Steering Committee

Steering Committee begins Land Development Code update project orientation

The Land Development Code Update Steering Committee is meeting to orient members to the project and its roles. The committee will discuss various land development issues, including zoning districts, land uses, and development standards.

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Planning & Development Services, 1 Riverfront Plaza, Ste 320, Lawrence, KS 66044
Wed Aug 24, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss rezoning and solar energy regulations

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning requests for properties on Kasold Drive and an unaddressed parcel. The meeting also includes a discussion on adding solar energy conversion systems to the permitted use table for unincorporated Douglas County.

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City Commission Room
Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 05:45 PM

City Commission Special Meeting

Commission to discuss 2023 budget and property tax rate exceeding revenue neutral rate

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding the fiscal year 2023 budget. The Commission will also consider Resolution No. 7445 to levy a property tax rate that exceeds the revenue neutral rate.

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City Commission Room
Thu Aug 18, 2022 · 03:00 PM

Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board

MPO Board to consider transportation program amendments and language access plan

The Policy Board will review an amendment to the 2021-2024 Transportation Improvement Program that revises projects for KDOT, Lawrence, Eudora, and Baldwin City. They will also consider an update to the Limited English Proficiency Plan to reduce barriers for non-English speakers in transportation planning.

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City Commission Room, City Hall, 6 E 6th St Lawrence, KS 66044
Tue Aug 16, 2022 · 05:45 PM

City Commission

Lawrence City Commission discusses transit pilots and local redevelopment projects

The City Commission will consider several land use and economic development items, including a fare-free transit pilot for 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on a potential modification of the City's government and various redevelopment requests.

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City Commission Room
Mon Aug 15, 2022 · 06:30 PM

Douglas County Food Policy Council

Council reviews Food System Plan dashboard and climate action feedback

The Douglas County Food Policy Council is meeting to conduct a final review of the Food System Plan dashboard before its launch. Members will also discuss health equity highlights and food system themes emerging from the Climate Action Plan public feedback.

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Various Locations