Leawood public meetings in 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several requests for exceptions and variances to the Land Development Ordinance. These items include requests regarding fence height, fence placement, side setbacks, swimming pool placement, and perimeter landscaping.

• Case 78-2024: Fence placement exception at 12904 Howe Dr.
• Case 79-2024: Side setback variance at 3840 W. 144th St.
• Case 80-2024: Swimming pool placement variance at 13232 Granada Dr.
• Case 81-2024: Side setback variance at 3011 W. 81st Ter.
• Case 82-2024: Perimeter landscaping variance for HF251410-1004

Governing Body + Management Team Reception

The Governing Body and Management Team will meet for a holiday reception following the December 16 City Council meeting. The event will be held at the home of Councilmember Mary Larson.

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will discuss amending the City's Purchasing Policy and related city codes. The meeting includes several routine contract approvals and a revised final plan for the Leawood Veterans Memorial.

• Proposed amendments to the City of Leawood Purchasing Policy and City Code
• Contract with Kelly Construction Group, Inc. up to $102,400.00 for Fire Station No. 2 kitchen remodel
• Professional Services Agreement with BBN Architects, Inc. up to $38,000.00 for bathroom renovations
• Payment to Lexipol, LLC up to $29,457.83 for Police Department policy review
• Revised Final Plan for the Leawood Veterans Memorial north of Town Center Drive and west of Roe Avenue

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will review work sessions regarding the 96th & Lee site and discuss the 2025 pool opening date. The meeting includes updates on the new park maintenance facility and the City Park shelter project.

• Review of 96th & Lee work sessions from November 4 and December 2
• Proposal for a donated public art project at Ironwoods Park
• Discussion of JoCo Wastewater Force Main Project in City Park
• Update on Tomahawk Creek Playground Replacement
• Determination of 2025 pool opening date

Leawood Arts Council

The Leawood Arts Council will meet to discuss its strategic visioning process and the 96th and Lee Boulevard site. The meeting includes reports on cultural arts and the Arts in Public Places Initiative.

• Discussion of the 96th and Lee Boulevard site
• Review of the Strategic Visioning Process
• Update on the Governing Body's Strategic Planning Process
• Reports from the Arts in Public Places Initiative (APPI) and Cultural Arts

Bike/Walk Leawood (Sub-committee of the Sustainability Advisory Board)

The sub-committee of the Sustainability Advisory Board will meet to review and vote on committee bylaws and nominate a new Chair and Vice-Chair. The group will also continue discussions regarding a Public Works Grant Award and potential bike events.

• Vote on committee bylaws
• Nomination of new Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of Public Works Grant Award
• Discussion of Bike Event Opportunities

Planning Commission/BZA Holiday Reception

This meeting is a holiday appreciation dinner. The agenda states there will be no discussion of items.

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will discuss updates to the City's Purchasing Policy and consider ordinances regarding the city's official newspaper and environmental sanitary codes. The meeting also includes several routine contract approvals and the introduction of the new Director of Planning.

• Proposed $385,000 for the 2025 Substance Use Continuum of Care Fund
• Agreement with ConvergeOne, Inc. up to $55,550.92 for data storage equipment
• Purchase of maintenance equipment for Ironhorse Golf Course up to $131,815.00
• Agreement with Continental Consulting Engineers, Inc. up to $20,000.00 for Ironhorse Driving Range Renovation
• Charter Ordinance regarding the designation of an official city newspaper

Governing Body-Work Session - Dec 02 2024 (96th & Lee)

The Governing Body is reviewing staff ideas and resident proposals for a potential neighborhood park space at 96th & Lee. The city intends to hire an architectural consultant for a master plan after making a determination regarding the former City Hall and Fire Station No. 1 buildings.

• Proposed play features for ages 2-5 and 5-12
• Proposed non-rentable shelter with two tables
• Proposed water features, brick archway with porch swing, and musical flowers
• Review of 'Option D' site plan including a community garden, splash pad, and playground equipment area

Planning Commission-Regular Session

The Leawood Planning Commission is scheduled to review and recommend approval for several revised final site plans, including a pain and spine center, a church student center, and a veterans memorial. The agenda also includes a public hearing on an amendment to landscaping requirements in the Leawood Development Ordinance. A previously discussed rezoning for townhomes at the Reserve at Ironhorse has been continued to January 28, 2025.

• Public hearing on Leawood Development Ordinance amendment regarding Alternative Tree Replacement Plans
• Revised Final Plan for Kansas Outpatient Pain and Spine Center at Town Center Business Park
• Revised Final Plan for Leawood Veterans Memorial north of Town Center Drive
• Final Plan for Church of the Resurrection Student Center and Chapel south of 137th Street
• Revised Final Plan for Hallbrook Country Club Pickleball Social Area

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several requests for variances regarding property setbacks and equipment placement. The meeting includes reviews for properties on High Dr., Wenonga Rd., and Manor Rd.

• Case 72-2024: Front setback variance request for 9646 High Dr.
• Case 73-2024: Front setback average variance request for 8908 Wenonga Rd.
• Case 74-2024: Side setback variance request for 8908 Wenonga Rd.
• Case 75-2024: Side setback variance request for 8908 Wenonga Rd.
• Case 76-2024: Generator placement variance request for 13700 Manor Rd.

Leawood Historic Commission

The commission is reviewing the status of the Veterans Memorial project and interpretive signage. The body will also discuss upcoming holiday events and the operational schedule for the Fall Schoolhouse.

• Veterans Memorial: Planning Committee meeting Nov 26 and City Council approval Dec 16
• Interpretive signs for Majors House, Historic Frontier Trails, and Brown Trails
• Holiday Traditions on the Prairie event scheduled for Dec 7
• Fall Schoolhouse open house hours ending Nov 24
• 96th & Lee report

Gezer Region Sister City Committee

The committee is meeting to review board guidelines and receive a legal presentation on open meetings and records. Members will discuss committee goals and determine how frequently the group will meet.

• Legal presentation on open meetings/records
• Review of board/committee guidelines
• Discussion of committee goals
• Determination of meeting frequency

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board - Nov 14 2024 - CANCELLED

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for November 14, 2024, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Planning Commission-Work Session

The Leawood Planning Commission held a work session to discuss four planning topics: tree preservation and replacement, glass recycling in new multi-family developments, city demographic data, and siding on residential structures. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the agenda text, as this was a discussion session.

• Discussion of Tree Preservation / Tree Replacement
• Discussion of Glass Recycling in New Multi-Family Developments
• Discussion of City of Leawood Demographic Data
• Discussion of Siding on Residential Structures

Ironhorse Advisory Board - Special Call

The board is meeting to review a proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the Ironhorse Golf Course. The plan outlines various repairs, replacements, and improvements scheduled through 2029.

• Proposed $3,000,000 irrigation network replacement in 2026
• Proposed $830,000 driving range floor repair in 2024
• Proposed $551,534 Clubhouse Phase III remodel for the golf shop and exterior pavilion
• Proposed $500,000 drainage repair and installation in 2027
• Proposed $900,000 storage facility for agronomy equipment (listed as tabled)

Governing Body-Work Session - Nov 04 2024 (96th & Lee)

The Governing Body is holding its second work session of 2024 regarding the 96th & Lee Boulevard property. The purpose of the meeting is to hear proposals and recommendations from various individuals and community groups. A third work session is scheduled for December 2, 2024.

• Proposals from Councilmember Debra Filla regarding City Hall, Fire Station, and open space
• Recommendations from the Leawood Historic Commission
• Recommendations from the Leawood Arts Council
• Input from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Presentation by Andy and Jaclyn Penn

Stormwater Management Committee

The committee will discuss the Community Rating System (CRS), a voluntary FEMA program that can lower flood insurance rates for residents. Staff will present the potential timeline for joining the program and the estimated staff time required for application and documentation.

• Overview of FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) and potential resident insurance savings
• Approval of August 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Governing Body-Special Call - Oct 28 2024 (Strategic Planning)

The Governing Body is holding a special call meeting to discuss a strategic plan. No other specific agenda items are listed.

• Discussion of strategic plan

Ironhorse Advisory Board

The Ironhorse Advisory Board will meet to review financial and agronomy reports. The board is scheduled to discuss fee recommendations for 2025 and receive updates on various course projects.

• 2025 Fee Recommendation
• Updates on Range, Sprinkler Heads/Irrigation Lines, and Equipment Storage Building projects
• 5 year CIP – AdHoc Committee update
• Financial and Agronomy reports

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider six separate cases requesting exceptions or variances to the Land Development Ordinance. These requests involve property setbacks, fence heights, and the placement of a generator.

• Case 66-2024: Side yard setback exception at 3901 W. 140th Dr.
• Case 67-2024: Side setback variance at 3900 W. 141st Dr.
• Case 68-2024: Rear yard setback variance at 12800 Rosewood St.
• Case 69-2024: Generator placement variance at 8411 Meadow Ln.
• Case 70-2024: Maximum fence height variance at 4951 W. 134th St. and Case 71-2024: Fence height exception at 11200 Rosewood St.

Planning Commission-Regular Session

The Planning Commission will discuss a request for proposal to update the City of Leawood Comprehensive Plan and Development Ordinance. The body is also reviewing several final plats and plans for residential and commercial developments.

• Case 100-24: Request for Proposal for Comprehensive Plan and Leawood Development Ordinance update
• Case 87-24: Final Plat and Final Plan for East Village of Leawood - East End MXD south of 133rd Street
• Case 98-24: Preliminary Plan for Hallbrook Country Club pool complex renovation (Public Hearing)
• Case 94-24: Revised Final Plat for The Residences at Parkway Plaza south of 134th Street
• Case 99-24: Final Plan for The Barstow School Idea Space roof replacement

Governing Body-Work Session - Oct 21 2024 (96th & Lee)

The Governing Body is holding a work session to tour the old City Hall and old Fire Station at 96th and Lee. Members will receive a staff presentation on the site's history, survey results, and recommendations from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

• Tour of old City Hall and old Fire Station
• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recommendations to eliminate the community garden
• Review of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board 3-1 vote to take down old City Hall
• Review of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board 3-1 vote to potentially keep part of former Fire Station No. 1 as an open-air shelter
• Discussion of top five site priorities: green space, playground, restrooms, small shelter, and modest parking

Governing Body - Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will vote on several city contracts, including a park shelter replacement and street projects. The council is also considering the appointment of a new Director of Planning and reviewing a racial equity executive summary.

• Contract with Combes Construction, LLC for City Park Shelter Replacement not to exceed $1,553,728.47
• Professional Services Agreement with Affinis Corp. for 103rd Street Project not to exceed $307,757.00
• Appointment of Julie Hurley as Director of Planning effective December 2, 2024
• SS4A Grant Agreement with U.S. Department of Transportation for Vision Zero Action Plan up to $452,000.00
• Agreement with MTS Contracting, Inc. for Leawood Justice Center parking garage not to exceed $170,000.00

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board is meeting to determine if it will move to a quarterly meeting schedule. The board will also discuss several new business items including recycling and committee missions.

• Discussion of future meeting frequency (quarterly meetings)
• Rotary cleanup of the trail on November 2
• Bike/Walk committee mission statement discussion
• Electronics recycling in 2025
• World Cup summer 2026

Leawood Arts Council

The Leawood Arts Council will review goals from a recent strategic visioning work session and discuss the future use of the 96th and Lee Boulevard site. The agenda also includes updates from the City Council and the Art in Public Places Initiative, along with a proposal to set 2025 meeting dates.

• Review of strategic visioning goals and strategies from the August 27 work session
• Discussion on the highest and best use for the property at 96th and Lee Boulevard
• Proposal to schedule 2025 meetings on the second Mondays at 4:30 p.m.
• Updates on public art installations, including the 'Reaching' sculpture dedication

Planning Commission-Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss several city planning topics. A primary focus is a Request for Proposal (RFP) to update the city's 25-year Comprehensive Plan and the Leawood Development Ordinance.

• Proposed RFP for Comprehensive Plan and Development Ordinance updates with a not-to-exceed budget of $300,000
• Discussion of City of Leawood demographic data
• Discussion of glass recycling in new multi-family developments
• Discussion of tree preservation and tree replacement

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several requests for variances and exceptions to the Land Development Ordinance. These items include requests regarding fence heights, setbacks, and lot square footage.

• Case 60-2024: Grade change variance at 8324 Meadow Ln.
• Case 61-2024: Fence height exception at 4028 W. 124th St.
• Case 62-2024: Fence height exception at 10304 Overbrook Rd.
• Case 63-2024: Side setback variance at 12731 Cambridge Ln.
• Case 64-2024 & 65-2024: Square footage and side yard setback exceptions at 8406 Reinhardt Ln.

Planning Commission-Regular Session

The Planning Commission will consider two new business cases regarding final plats and plans. The body will also vote on the approval of minutes from the August 27, 2024, meeting.

• Case 86-24: Final Plat for East Village Villas, south of 133rd Street and east of High Drive
• Case 88-24: Final Plat and Final Plan for temporary modular classrooms at Church of the Nativity, north of 119th Street and east of Tomahawk Creek Parkway

Gezer Region Sister City Committee - Sep 23 2024-CANCELLED

The meeting scheduled for September 23, 2024, was cancelled. No agenda items were provided.

I-LAN Sister City Committee

The I-LAN Sister City Committee is meeting to coordinate reports on invitations, entertainment, venue, decorations, and publicity for an upcoming event. The committee is discussing logistics for a gathering scheduled for January 31, 2025.

• Event scheduled for Friday, January 31, 2025, at Vista 154 at Ironhorse Golf Club
• Event cost of $40 per person with a cash bar

Governing Body-Regular Session - Sep 16 2024-sp

The Governing Body is meeting to vote on several infrastructure contracts, public safety equipment purchases, and land-use resolutions. The agenda includes approvals for road maintenance, police and fire department radio upgrades, and a special use permit for modular classrooms.

• Amendment to Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC for Nall Avenue Mill & Overlay in the amount of $1,102,031.90
• Purchase of replacement portable radios for the Police Department from Ka-Comm, Inc. not to exceed $330,332.91
• Advance order for radios and equipment from Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the Fire Department not to exceed $329,901.20
• Special Use Permit for temporary modular classrooms at Leawood Elementary School
• Agreement with Iron Giant Tree Removal not to exceed $15,500.00 for vegetation removal along College Boulevard and State Line Road

Governing Body-Work Session - Sep 16 2024 (Trees)

The Governing Body is discussing whether to expand city regulations regarding trees on private property and street trees. The discussion includes whether to require protections during construction and if the city should fund the removal and replacement of diseased street trees.

• Discussion on regulating trees on private property during construction
• Discussion on regulating street trees regardless of construction status
• Review of tree ordinances in Prairie Village, Fairway, Mission, and Roeland Park
• Consideration of city-funded removal and replacement of diseased or dying street trees

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review fee recommendations for 2025 and discuss the 96th and Lee project. The board will also receive updates on park maintenance and playground projects.

• 2025 Fee Recommendations
• 96th and Lee Discussion & Recommendation
• Update on New Park Maintenance Facility
• Update on Shelter Projects at City Park
• Update on Tomahawk Park Playground Replacement

Leawood Historic Commission

The commission will discuss the design review status for a proposed Veterans Memorial and the progress of various interpretive signs. The meeting also includes reports on the 96th & Lee site and upcoming events at the Oxford Schoolhouse.

• Design review status update for the Veterans Memorial
• Discussion of interpretive signs for Majors House, Historic Frontier Trails, and Brown Trail
• Report on the 96th & Lee site and former City Hall space
• Planning for the Into the Night Fall Festival on October 11, 2024
• Planning for Holiday Traditions at the Oxford Schoolhouse on December 7, 2024

Governing Body-Special Call - Sep 09 2024 (Strategic Planning)

The Governing Body is holding a special call meeting to discuss a strategic plan. No other specific agenda items are listed.

• Discussion of strategic plan

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing temporary traffic calming devices for 132nd Street and High Drive. Members are also recommending engineering consultants to the City Council for several road and trail projects.

• Review of temporary traffic calming devices for 132nd Street/High Drive from Mission Road to 137th Street
• Recommendation of Affinis as consultant for 103rd Street project
• Recommendation of Trekk as consultant for State Line Road project (89th Street to N City Limits)
• Discussion of 133rd Trail along High Drive to improve pedestrian safety

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will hold public hearings to consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program. The council will also consider a resolution to levy a property tax rate exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate.

• Public hearing on property tax rate exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate of 22.298 mills
• Public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget
• Public hearing on the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program
• Professional Services Agreement with Water Resources Solutions, LLC not to exceed $155,205.00
• Purchase of two Police Department trucks not to exceed $110,000.00

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider multiple requests for fence placement and height exceptions, as well as variances for grade changes and front setbacks. Most items involve residential properties in R-1 and RP-1 districts.

• Case 49-2024 & 50-2024: Fence placement and height exceptions at 3848 W. 144th St.
• Case 51-2024: Grade change variance at 8514 Belinder Rd.
• Case 54-2024: Front setback variance at 8726 Cherokee Ct.
• Case 52, 53, 55, 56, 58-2024: Fence placement exceptions on through lots at various addresses.
• Case 57 & 59-2024: Fence height exceptions at 11206 Cedar Dr. and 12625 Pawnee Ln.

Stormwater Management Committee

The committee will review drainage complaints, maps, and resident correspondence following the July 1, 2024 rain event. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting.

• Review of July 1, 2024 rain event drainage complaints and flooding maps
• Discussion of storm damage letter from resident at 12101 Reinhardt
• Approval of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Leawood Arts Council & APPI Work Session

The Leawood Arts Council is holding a work session to discuss priorities for the next 3, 5, and 10 years. The body will review its mandate under Ordinance 1-64 and discuss public art policy and funding.

• Discussion of public art policy funding and the Public Art Master Plan
• Review of the Leawood Arts Council mandate under Ordinance 1-64
• Development of recommendations regarding the Leawood Stage Company
• Review of cultural arts programming

Planning Commission-Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for temporary modular classrooms at Leawood Elementary School. The body will also review final plans for mechanical equipment screening and a wall sign.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for temporary modular classrooms at Leawood Elementary School (north of W. 123rd St and west of State Line Rd)
• Final Plan for mechanical equipment with screening at Leawood Executive Centre (south of College Blvd and east of Roe Ave)
• Final Plan for a wall sign at Bi-State / Centennial Park - Next Gen Restoration (north of 143rd St and east of Kenneth Rd)

Governing Body-Special Call - Aug 26 2024 (Strategic Planning)

The Governing Body is holding a special call meeting to discuss a strategic plan. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of strategic plan

Ironhorse Advisory Board

The Ironhorse Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates on a maintenance equipment storage building and proposed improvements to the practice facility. The board will also review the replacement of irrigation heads on the course and receive financial and agronomy reports.

• Maintenance equipment storage building update
• Proposed practice facility improvements
• Replacement of irrigation heads on the course
• Financial and agronomy reports

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will consider several special use permits and site plans, including a building addition for Leawood Elementary/Middle School. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various city contracts and license renewals.

• Preliminary and Final Plan for Leawood Elementary / Middle School building addition and parking lot expansion
• Special Use Permit for Molle Properties, LLC off-site and off-street parking
• Special Use Permit and plans for Church of the Resurrection playground and sport court
• Professional Services Agreement with Affinis Corporation for storm sewer design not to exceed $33,425.00
• Purchase of soccer uniforms from Challenger TeamWear not to exceed $50,000.00

Planning Commission-Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to review current planning practices and history. The body will also discuss the upcoming refresh of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Discussion of Planning History and Current Practices
• Discussion of Upcoming Comprehensive Plan Refresh

Leawood Arts Council

The Leawood Arts Council will meet to discuss a recommendation for the 96th and Lee Boulevard site. The body will also receive updates on the 75th Anniversary public art and the strategic visioning process.

• Discussion and recommendation regarding 96th and Lee Boulevard site
• 75th Anniversary Public Art update
• Strategic Visioning Process update
• Introduction of new council member Marla Svoboda

Bike/Walk Leawood (Sub-committee of the Sustainability Advisory Board)

The Bike/Walk Leawood sub-committee is meeting to update its bylaws and nominate a new Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will continue discussions regarding a Public Works Grant Award and plan for International Walk to School Day.

• Review and update of committee bylaws
• Nomination of new Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of Public Works Grant Award
• Planning for International Walk to School Day on October 9

Governing Body-Special Call - Aug 05 2024 (Executive Session)

The Governing Body is holding a special call meeting to enter an executive session. The session will cover the possible acquisition of real property and consultation with an attorney.

• Executive session regarding the possible acquisition of real property

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body is reviewing requests to issue over $55 million in general obligation bonds and temporary notes to fund public improvement projects. The council will also consider funding for a homeless services center in Lenexa and a deviation from standard consultant selection for stormwater projects.

• Ordinance for $40,820,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024-A
• Resolution for $14,745,000 General Obligation Temporary Notes Series, 2024-1
• Proposed $25,920.48 funding commitment for a Homeless Services Center in Lenexa
• Contract with G-B Construction, LLC not to exceed $87,750.00 for storm repair at 12613 Wenonga Lane
• Contract with D.H. Pace Company, Inc. not to exceed $31,895.00 for Lodge Doors replacement

Stormwater Management Committee - Jul 31 2024 - CANCELLED

The Stormwater Management Committee meeting scheduled for July 31, 2024, was cancelled. The provided agenda included plans to approve June minutes and review a rain event from July 1, 2024.

• Review of the July 1, 2024 Rain Event

Public Works Committee

The committee will review and rank proposals to select design firms for several infrastructure projects. This includes road work on 103rd Street and State Line Road, as well as a trail on 133rd Street.

• Design consultant selection for 103rd Street (Mission to State Line)
• Design consultant selection for State Line Road (81st to 89th) and 89th Street west of State Line
• Design consultant selection for the 133rd Street trail (High Dr to State Line)
• Federal Aid Signal and Signal Interconnect Project consultant selection
• Approval of July 3, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider multiple requests for variances and exceptions, primarily concerning fence heights and setbacks. One request involves a rear setback variance for a new ADA-compliant home at 3907 W. 140th Dr.

• Case 38-2024: Rear setback variance for 3907 W. 140th Dr
• Case 39-2024: Front build line setback variance for a fence at HP27000003 0003
• Case 40-2024: Fence height exception at HP27000003 0003
• Case 46-2024: Fence placement exception for a through lot at 13721 Belinder Rd
• Case 47-2024: Fence height exception at 12813 Briar St

Planning Commission-Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a building and parking expansion for Leawood Elementary School and special use permits for two churches. The body will also consider several revised final plats and plans for local businesses and residences.

• Leawood Elementary School: Preliminary and Final Plan for building addition and parking expansion
• Church of the Resurrection: Special Use Permit, Preliminary Plan, and Final Plan for playground, patio, and sport court
• Church of the Nativity: Special Use Permit, Preliminary Plat, and Preliminary Plan for temporary modular classrooms
• Molle Automotive Group: Special Use Permit for off-site and off-street parking
• SW19 Pickleball on State Line: Revised Final Plan for a wall sign

Sustainability Advisory Board - Jul 18 2024 - CANCELLED

The Sustainability Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 18, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda had included discussions on an e-Recycle event and the introduction of new communications staff.

• July e-Recycle event

Leawood Historic Commission

The Leawood Historic Commission will review updates on historical plaques and interpretive signs. The body will also discuss the status of the Veterans Memorial Committee and the Oxford Schoolhouse summer schedule.

• Plaques for Leawood Presbyterian Church and Linwood Pioneer Cemetery
• Interpretive signs for Majors House, Historic Frontier Trails, and Brown Trail
• Status update on the Veterans Memorial Committee work session and charette
• Oxford Schoolhouse open house hours for June through August
• Writers Series featuring Jackie Aaron (August 10) and Diane Euston (September 16)

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body is considering the acceptance of the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The meeting includes votes on several city contracts, planning commission recommendations for local developments, and an ordinance regarding propane tanks.

• Resolution accepting the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Contract with Electronic Technology, Inc. for Door Access Control System not to exceed $55,719.54
• Payment to PowerDMS, Inc. for software not to exceed $16,194.41
• Contract with Jonathan Mugmon Design, LLC for parks wayfinding and signage not to exceed $24,500.00
• Ordinance amending the Leawood Development Ordinance pertaining to propane tanks

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on several ongoing facility and park projects. The board will also review reports on July 4th activities.

• Update on New Park Maintenance Facility
• Update on Shelter Projects at City Park
• Update on Tomahawk Park Playground Replacement
• Report on July 4th Activities

Planning Commission-Work Session

The Planning Commission Work Session scheduled for July 9, 2024, was not held. The next Regular Session is scheduled for July 23, 2024.

Public Works Committee

The committee will review a request for a crosswalk at 98th Street and Lee Boulevard. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 5, 2024, meeting.

• Review of 98th Street & Lee Boulevard Crosswalk Request

Governing Body-Work Session - Jul 01 2024 (Fire Station Location Study)

The Governing Body will review a fire station and deployment analysis completed in May 2024 by Emergency Services Consulting International (ESCI). The session will cover recommendations for fire stations, a training center, equipment, and staffing to assist in master planning.

• Leawood Fire Department 2024 Station Location Study
• LFD Future Needs Assessment 2024

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body is considering budget authorizations for a parks maintenance building and Fire Station No. 1. The meeting includes scheduling public hearings for the 2025 Fiscal Budget and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program.

• Proposed budget increase to $15,570,000 for a Parks Maintenance Building (Project #80173)
• Proposed budget increase to $9,235,000 for Fire Station No. 1 replacement (Project #80158)
• Authorization for the sale of General Obligation Bonds and Temporary Notes
• Change Order No. 1 for $315,649.87 to Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC for residential mill and overlay
• 5-year copier leasing agreement with SumnerOne Inc. not to exceed $266,400.00

Planning Commission-Regular Session

The Planning Commission will review the proposed 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program to ensure it conforms with the City of Leawood Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider several site plan revisions and a development ordinance amendment.

• Review of the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program including projects like Fire Station #4 ($20 million in 2027)
• Public hearing for Leawood Development Ordinance amendments regarding propane storage and sales
• Final Plat request for Hallbrook East Village (south of 112th Street and east of Overbrook Road)
• Revised Final Plan for Town Center Plaza (north of 119th Street and west of Roe Avenue)
• Revised Final Plan for The Residences at Parkway Plaza (south of 134th Street and east of Briar St.)

Stormwater Management Committee

The committee is discussing a storm sewer replacement project at Leawood South Townhomes and reviewing status updates for several drainage and floodplain projects. Staff is also proposing updates to residential stormwater runoff code standards.

• Proposed storm sewer replacement at Leawood South Townhomes using 1/8th Cent Sales Tax funds
• Tomahawk Creek Parkway project: $13.0M total cost for roundabout, bike lanes, and floodplain removal
• Indian Creek 3-D Scaled Model partnership with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: $400k
• Lee Court and 93rd Street & Lee Boulevard drainage projects: $160k each
• Proposed residential code updates regarding percolation tests and BMPs for impervious areas

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two requests for exceptions to the Leawood Development Ordinance regarding residential fences. The board will also enter a brief executive session to discuss attorney-client privileged matters.

• Case 36: Request for fence placement exception on a through lot at 4552 W. 131st Ter
• Case 37: Request for fence height exception at 2915 W. 93rd St.

Budget and Finance Committee

The committee will review the proposed 2025 annual budget, which includes a 5.9% expenditure increase and a flat property tax mill levy of 23.500. The budget focuses on the maintenance and replacement of existing city assets and a restructuring of how operational and capital funds are presented.

• Proposed total 2025 budget of $86.5 million
• Burying overhead power lines on 123rd Street from Mission to State Line ($6.0 million)
• Construction of pickleball courts ($892,500)
• Annual stormwater projects ($1.6 million)
• Proposed new Risk Management Fund for insurance premiums and claims

Leawood Arts Council - Jun 20 2024 - Special Meeting

The Leawood Arts Council is holding a special meeting to discuss an APPI report. The council is scheduled to vote on the Art on Loan item.

• Vote on Art on Loan

Arts in Public Places Initiative [APPI] (Sub-committee of the Leawood Arts Council)

The sub-committee of the Leawood Arts Council will meet to review and vote on proposals from artist Jake Balcom for an Art on Loan piece. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from September 11, 2023.

• Vote on Art on Loan proposals by artist Jake Balcom

Governing Body-Work Session - Jun 17 2024 (Veterans Memorial)

The Governing Body will receive a presentation on a proposed Veteran's Memorial. While funds are intended to be raised privately, the group is seeking a public site designation from the city.

• Presentation on proposed Veteran's Memorial for Leawood

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to levy assessments for the 2025 tax year for improvements in the Park Place Development. The council will also review the 2024 General Obligation Bond and Temporary Note issuance process.

• Public hearing for $386,227.50 in assessments for Park Place Development
• Agreement with Johnson County for Mission Road Stormwater System Renewal Project: $633,026.00
• Network equipment purchase from Yellow Dog Networks, Inc.: up to $98,620.00
• Change Order No. 5 for Fire Station No. 1 Project: $38,327.00
• Ordinance to add 'Cat Café' as a designated special use to the Development Ordinance

I-LAN Sister City Committee

The committee is coordinating a Lunar New Year celebration scheduled for January 31, 2025. Members are reviewing job descriptions, timelines, and reports regarding event logistics.

• Lunar New Year event on January 31, 2025, at Vista 154 Ironhorse Golf Club
• Event cost of $40 per person
• Parks/Rec brochure ad deadline of late June
• Save the Date mailings scheduled for early to mid-September

Planning Commission-Work Session

The Planning Commission will consider a final plan for sign criteria at Leawood Village. The meeting includes a work session to discuss microgrids and an executive session for attorney-client privileged matters.

• CASE 55-24: Request for approval of a Final Plan for Leawood Village sign criteria, south of 86th Terrace and west of State Line Road
• Work session discussion regarding microgrids

Planning Commission-Regular Session

The Planning Commission will consider a Final Plan for sign criteria at Leawood Village. The meeting includes a work session to discuss microgrids and an executive session for attorney-client privileged matters.

• CASE 55-24: Request for approval of a Final Plan for Leawood Village sign criteria, located south of 86th Terrace and west of State Line Road

Leawood Arts Council

The Leawood Arts Council will meet to review reports on cultural arts and the Art in Public Places Initiative. The body is scheduled to discuss updates regarding the 75th Anniversary public art and the city's Public Art Policy, as well as new strategic visioning and planning.

• 75th Anniversary Public Art update
• Public Art Policy review
• Strategic Visioning/Planning discussion

Bike/Walk Leawood (Sub-committee of the Sustainability Advisory Board)

The Bike/Walk Leawood sub-committee is meeting to discuss a grant award received by Public Works. The group will also consider the frequency of quarterly meetings and receive reports from city departments.

• Discussion of Grant Award as Received by Public Works
• Consideration of Quarterly Meetings
• Reports from Parks, Planning, Police, and Public Works departments

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is discussing revising the shortlist of engineering firms for State Line Road projects. Staff recommends selecting consultants familiar with KDOT standards to handle both roadway design and federally funded signal replacements.

• Proposed shortlist of consultants for State Line Road: Benesch, Garver, Kimley Horn, and Trekk
• $753,500 MARC grant for signal replacement and fiber interconnect on State Line Road (81st to 89th)
• Discussion of mill and overlay design for State Line Road
• Review of 2024 Construction Projects map

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will consider an ordinance to approve the 2024 update to the City's Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes a variety of routine consent items, including public works payments and service agreements.

• Ordinance approving the 2024 update to the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Leawood
• Final payment to City of Overland Park up to $418,793.00 for College Boulevard public improvement
• Purchase of winter rock salt from Independent Salt Company up to $79,840.00
• Service Agreement with Virtual Project Manager, LLC for $20,000.00 for project management software
• Proclamation designating June 2024 as Pride Month

Planning Commission-Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed ordinance amendment for cat cafes and a special use permit for off-site parking. The body will also review sign and fence plans for local businesses and residential areas.

• Case 52-24: Special Use Permit for off-site and off-street parking at 104th Street and State Line Road (Molle Automotive Group)
• Case 59-24: Proposed amendment to Leawood Development Ordinance regarding cat cafes
• Case 46-24: Final Plan for perimeter fence at West 139th Street and Kenneth Road (Villas of Leawood HOA)
• Case 47-24: Sign Plan for Wells Fargo at 103rd Street and State Line Road

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering several requests for variances and exceptions in R-1 Districts. The agenda primarily focuses on fence placement and side yard setback adjustments for residential properties.

• Case 14-2024, 15-2024, 16-2024: Fence variance and exceptions for 4601 W. 126th Street
• Case 29-2024: Fence placement exception for 3004 W. 121st Street
• Case 30-2024, 32-2024: Side yard setback exceptions for 13000 Catalina St and 12024 Mission Road
• Case 31-2024, 35-2024: Side yard setback variances for 12712 Cherokee Ln and 9229 Belinder Rd
• Case 33-2024: Maximum allowable square footage exception for 8732 Cherokee Ct.

Governing Body-Work Session - May 20 2024 (FCIP)

The Governing Body is receiving an update on the Facility Conservation Improvement Program (FCIP) from Navitas and the Kansas Corporation Commission. The session covers preliminary energy assessments of city facilities and the potential for performance contracting to fund efficiency upgrades.

• Proposed project budget cost of $5,960,000
• Proposed investment-grade audit cost of $15,000
• Potential projects including LED retrofits for roadways and parking lots
• Proposed HVAC work at City Hall, Justice Center, and Ironhorse Golf Course
• Proposed solar installations at Public Works, Parks Maintenance, and Ironhorse

Leawood Historic Commission

The commission is meeting to review updates on historic plaques and interpretive signs. The body will also discuss the Veteran's Memorial Committee and schedule upcoming events at the Oxford Schoolhouse.

• Status of plaques for Leawood Presbyterian Church and Linwood Pioneer Cemetery
• Interpretive signs for Majors House, Historic Frontier Trails, and Brown Trails
• Veteran's Memorial Committee status update
• Oxford Schoolhouse open house hours for March through May
• Writers Series events scheduled from June 8 to September 16

Planning Commission-Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss potential changes to the Leawood Development Ordinance. The session focuses on three specific regulatory topics.

• Potential ordinance amendment regarding Cat Cafes
• Potential ordinance amendment regarding Propane Tanks
• Potential ordinance amendment regarding Tree Replacement

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review updates on several park projects and facilities. The board will discuss a governing body decision regarding park impact fee recommendations and a recommendation for the 96th & Lee site.

• Governing Body decision on Park Impact Fee Recommendation
• Recommendation of 96th & Lee Site
• Update on New Park Maintenance Facility
• Update on Shelter Projects at City Park
• Update on Tomahawk Park Playground Replacement

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider 15 different cases involving requests for variances and exceptions. Most items concern fence placement and height or build line adjustments in R-1 districts.

• Cases 14, 15, 16: Fence variance and exceptions for 4601 W. 126th Street
• Cases 17, 18: Fence exception and variance for 2848 W. 138th Terrace
• Cases 22: Maximum allowable square footage exception for 2919 W. 92nd Terrace
• Cases 23, 24: Deck setback variance and fence height exception for 12105 Norwood Drive
• Cases 25, 26, 27, 28: Multiple build line and setback requests for 8908 Wenonga Road

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will administer the oath of office to Chief of Police Brad Robbins. The council is also considering several infrastructure agreements, IT software renewals, and funding for a summer theater production.

• Engineering agreement with Continental Consulting Engineers, Inc. up to $69,000 for a Tomahawk Creek Parkway lake study
• Master Services Agreement with Lumen Technologies Group, LLC up to $52,200 for internet service
• Enterprise software renewal payment to SHI Inc. up to $158,746.23
• Funding agreement with Leawood Stage Company up to $54,900 for 'Legally Blonde'
• Purchase of an extrication rescue tool set from Rescue Specialists up to $33,000

Governing Body-Work Session - May 06 2024 (2025-2029 CIP)

The Governing Body is discussing the proposed 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Program (CIP). The session covers proposed street projects, engineering studies, and financing considerations including potential debt and sales tax renewals.

• $34,500,000 debt-funded project for 135th Street (Briar to State Line Road)
• $25,182,500 debt-funded project for Mission Road (143rd to 151st)
• $1,350,000 for State Line Road (Carondolet to 135th) Mill & Overlay
• $957,400 for four cost-sharing projects managed by the City of Overland Park
• Preliminary engineering studies for Kenneth Road ($175,000) and 151st ($367,500)

Ironhorse Advisory Board

The Ironhorse Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on maintenance storage and practice area renovations. The board will also discuss concerns from a Senior League participant and review financial and agronomy reports.

• Update on Maintenance Equipment Storage Building
• Update on Request for Practice Area Renovation - CIP
• Discussion of concerns from Senior League participant
• Financial Report
• Agronomy Report

Sustainability Advisory Board

The provided agenda contains no listed business, discussion items, or decisions. The document consists of portal navigation and boilerplate text.

Governing Body-Special Session

The Governing Body is meeting for a special session to consider a single item of new business. The body will review the City Administrator's recommendation for a police leadership appointment.

• Appointment of Brad Robbins as Police Chief, effective May 4, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several requests for variances and exceptions regarding residential build lines and fence placements. The meeting includes both new applications and continued cases for properties in R-1 and RP-1 districts.

• Fence placement and height requests for 4601 W. 126th Street
• Fence variance requests for 2848 W. 138th Terrace
• Build line variance requests for 8028 High Drive, 8706 Lee Boulevard, and 2919 W. 92nd Terrace
• Deck setback and fence height requests for 12105 Norwood Drive
• Multiple build line and setback exceptions for 8908 Wenonga Road

Planning Commission-Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to review the 2024 City of Leawood Comprehensive Plan Update. Members will also discuss mixed-use development districts and a potential ordinance amendment regarding tree banking.

• Review of 2024 City of Leawood Comprehensive Plan Update
• Discussion of MXD-4 (Mixed-Use Development District - 4-Story Maximum)
• Discussion of potential ordinance amendment regarding Tree Banking

Leawood Arts Council

The Leawood Arts Council will meet to discuss the strategic vision for public art and provide an update on the 75th Anniversary public art project. The council is scheduled to vote on the Public Art Impact Fee and a vacancy for the Art in Public Places Initiative (APPI).

• Vote on Public Art Impact Fee
• Vote on APPI vacancy
• 75th Anniversary Public Art update
• Discussion on Public Art Policy
• Strategic Plan/Vision for Public Art

Arts in Public Places Initiative [APPI] (Sub-committee of the Leawood Arts Council)

The Arts in Public Places Initiative sub-committee is meeting to conduct a vote on a piece of art and discuss new artwork for an Art on Loan site.

• Vote on Jessie Cargas - Purple Twist
• Discussion of new artwork for Art on Loan site

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will discuss several city contracts, equipment purchases, and the approval of appropriation ordinances. The meeting includes proclamations for Arbor Day, Autism Awareness Month, and Child Abuse Prevention Month.

• Construction Agreement with Musselman and Hall Contractors, LLC for the 'Reaching' art piece not to exceed $647,088.05
• Agreement with Next To Nature Landscape, LLC for lawn care of traffic islands and right of way areas not to exceed $78,450.00
• Agreement with Mission Electronics, Inc. for Justice Center Courtroom audio/visual refresh not to exceed $69,695.00
• Contract with Blue River Concrete LLC for Ironhorse Golf Course cart path replacement not to exceed $53,280.00
• Cereal Malt Beverage License renewal for Blade and Timber at 5203 W 117th Street

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering several requests for fence height exceptions and build line variances in R-1 districts. The meeting includes both old business and continued new business cases.

• Case 01-2024: Build line variance for a fence at 1901 W. 127th Street
• Case 02-2024: 6-foot privacy fence height exception at 2001 W. 84th Terrace
• Case 13-2024: Fence height exception at 8107 Overbrook Road
• Case 14-2024: Build line variance for a fence at 4601 W. 126th Street
• Case 15-2024 and 16-2024: Fence placement and height exceptions at 4601 W. 126th Street

Leawood Historic Commission

The Leawood Historic Commission will meet to discuss the status of historic plaques and interpretive signs. The body is scheduled to vote on whether to convert Old City Hall and Fire Station #1 into a history museum.

• Vote on converting Old City Hall and Fire Station #1 into a history museum
• Status updates on plaques for Oxford Schoolhouse, Leawood Presbyterian Church, and Linwood Pioneer Cemetery
• Discussion of interpretive signs for Majors House and Historic Frontier Trails
• Update on the Veteran's Memorial Committee
• Planning for Oxford Schoolhouse open house hours and a Writers Series from April to September

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will review several consent items, including multiple easements for the 2023 Residential Reconstruction Project and various city contracts. The meeting also includes Planning Commission recommendations for park improvements and a special use permit.

• Contract with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC not to exceed $5,630,590.65 for road projects
• Public Defender contract with Brett Richman not to exceed $19,200.00 per year
• Change Order No. 2 for VF Anderson Builders, LLC in the amount of $148,146.34
• Special Use Permit for Hallbrook Country Club temporary pro-shop and cart storage
• Final Plans for shelter replacements at Leawood City Park and playground expansion at Tomahawk Park

Governing Body-Work Session - Mar 18 2024 (2024-2025 Revenue Forecast)

The Governing Body will review projected beginning balances for 2024 and estimated revenues for the 2025 budget year. Staff will present an overview of major revenue changes, expenditures, and long-term forecasts for operating and capital funds. The goal is to provide direction to the City Administrator on budget priorities.

• Review of 2024-2025 Revenue Forecast
• Discussion of February 2024 County Appraiser's Revaluation Report
• Review of Leawood Market Value Comparisons

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will receive updates on several city park projects. The board will also discuss meeting efficiency and the frequency of their annual meetings.

• Update on New Park Maintenance Facility
• Update on Shelter Projects at City Park
• Update on Tomahawk Park Playground Replacement
• Discussion on meeting efficiency and meetings per year
• Introduction of Cultural Arts Supervisor Melissa Duggan

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will consider several routine consent items, including a new beverage contract and various service agreements. The meeting includes a quarterly update from the Leawood Chamber of Commerce and a scheduled executive session regarding security measures.

• Agreement with All City Management Services for crossing guard services not to exceed $105,008.40
• Payment to Commercial Aquatics for pool chemicals not to exceed $40,000.00
• Final payment to Mission Electronics, Inc. for City Hall Technology Update not to exceed $37,438.50
• Purchase of a 2024 Harley Davidson FLTRXP motorcycle for the Police Department not to exceed $16,215.00
• Acceptance of Appropriation Ordinance No. 2024-07

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering multiple requests for variances and exceptions in R-1 and RP-1 districts. These include requests for fence height and placement, setback adjustments for outdoor structures, and build line variances.

• Case 02-2024: Request for a 6' privacy fence at 2001 W. 84th Terrace
• Case 03-2024: Variance for an outdoor kitchen at 8417 Ensley Lane
• Case 04-2024: Variance for a fire pit at 8417 Ensley Lane
• Case 05-2024: Fence height exception at 8417 Ensley Lane
• Case 07-2024: Variance for generator placement at 3410 W. 88th Street

Planning Commission-Regular Session

The Planning Commission will discuss several final plans for city parks and residential projects. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding temporary structures at Hallbrook Country Club.

• Public hearing for Case 112-23: Special Use Permit for temporary golf pro-shop and cart storage at Hallbrook Country Club
• Case 07-24: Final Plan for Tomahawk Park playground replacement and expansion
• Case 09-24: Final Plat and Final Plan for One35 Village Cooperative age-restricted living
• Case 17-24: Final Plan for Leawood City Park shelter replacements at 10601 Lee Boulevard
• Case 03-24: Final Landscape Plan for St. Michael's Rosary Garden at 14251 Nall Avenue

Ironhorse Advisory Board

The Ironhorse Advisory Board will discuss operational options for the practice facility and a request from Troon for a contract extension. The board will also review updates on maintenance equipment storage, 2024 fees, and financial and agronomy reports. No final decisions are listed on the agenda, which includes updates on old business and new financial reports.

• Discussion of Troon request for contract extension
• Review of 2024 fees
• Update on maintenance equipment storage building
• Review of financial and agronomy reports
• Approval of October 26, 2023 minutes

I-LAN Sister City Committee

The committee is meeting to review reports following a recent event. The agenda includes reports on invitations, publicity, reservations, decorations, entertainment, venue, and setup.

• Approval of Jan. 16, 2024 minutes
• Committee reports on event logistics and marketing

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will discuss an ordinance amending use ratios for the Mixed-Use Development District. The meeting includes several consent items regarding city contracts, residential generator plans, and financial reports.

• Proposed amendment to Section 16-2-6.4 of the Development Ordinance regarding MXD use ratios
• Annual payment of $385,000.00 to United Community Services of Johnson County
• Contract not to exceed $92,249.00 with OpenGov, Inc. for budgeting software
• Contract not to exceed $34,624.40 with Thermo Scientific for narcotics analyzers
• Purchase of a drone package from Adorama not to exceed $16,760.85

Governing Body-Work Session - Feb 19 2024 (Comp Study)

The Governing Body is reviewing a classification and compensation study conducted by Evergreen Solutions. City staff recommends implementing the study's results retroactively to January 1, 2024, to update pay ranges and address pay compression.

• Proposed project budget of $2 million ($800,000 from General Fund and $1.2 million from ARPA revenue)
• Estimated $1.733 million total expense to impact 159 employees
• Proposed $582,000 expense to bring 91 employees up to new minimum pay ranges
• Implementation of retroactive base compensation changes to January 1, 2024

Planning Commission-Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss several regulatory topics. The meeting focuses on discussions rather than final votes.

• Flood Hazard Overlay District (Section 16-2-8.2)
• Residential Emergency Generators
• Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• Planning Commission Staff Reports

Leawood Arts Council

The Leawood Arts Council is meeting to review updates on the 75th Anniversary public art and the city's arts policy. The council will also discuss a public art impact fee and vacancies within the LAC and APPI.

• 75th Anniversary Public Art Update
• Arts Policy
• Public Art Impact Fee
• LAC and APPI vacancies

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will receive updates on several ongoing park projects. The board will also review new hires and a staff resignation.

• Update on New Park Maintenance Facility
• Update on Shelter Projects at City Park
• Update on Tomahawk Park Playground Replacement
• Introduction of new hires: Melissa Duggan, Kelly Finke, Logan Sueltz, and Hallie Schooley
• Resignation of Outdoor Education Supervisor Scott Gamerl

Bike/Walk Leawood (Sub-committee of the Sustainability Advisory Board)

The Bike/Walk Leawood sub-committee is meeting to review Safe Streets and Roads for All Vision Zero funding. The body also receives reports from the Parks, Planning, Police, and Public Works departments.

• Safe Streets and Roads for All Vision Zero funding
• Approval of December 6, 2023 minutes

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will consider several appropriation ordinances and the 2025 budget calendar. The meeting includes approvals for various city contracts, reimbursements, and the scheduling of future work sessions regarding compensation and financial projections.

• Purchase of replacement water features for Leawood Aquatic Center from Bomar Soft Playgrounds International, Inc. not to exceed $21,650.00
• Final payment to MegaKC Corporation for Mission Road Lighting Project not to exceed $89,614.37
• Payment to Johnson County Government for NICHE Police Records Management System not to exceed $23,009.18
• LED lighting reimbursements to Siena of Leawood Homes Association ($1,431.97) and Hallbrook Farms Single Family Residence Community Association ($23,637.21)
• Renewal of Cereal Malt Beverage License for Hen House at 11721 Roe Avenue

Board of Zoning Appeals [BZA]

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a request for a fence height exception in an R-1 District. The applicant seeks to install a 6-foot privacy fence to provide buffering from State Line Road.

• Case 02-2024: Request for fence height exception at 2001 W. 84th Terrace

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Leawood Development Ordinance concerning required use ratios in the Mixed-Use Development (MXD) District. The body will also review several residential emergency generator plans and a sign plan.

• Public hearing: Amendment to Leawood Development Ordinance Section 16-2-6.4 regarding MXD District Required Use Ratios
• Final Plan: Residential emergency generators for 9809 Mohawk Ln (26 KW), 12303 Pawnee Ln (24 KW), 8453 Meadow Ln (26 KW), and 2144 W. 89th Ter (26 KW)
• Sign plan: Monument signage for Merrill Lynch at Tomahawk Creek Office Park
• Revised Final Plan: Leawood Village south of 86th Terrace and west of State Line Road
• Revised Final Plan: East Village Twin Villas (Lot 36) south of 133rd Street and west of State Line Road

Leawood Historic Commission

The Leawood Historic Commission is meeting to review updates on historic plaques and interpretive signs. The body will also receive a status report regarding the 96th & Lee Old City Hall, Fire Station, and Park work session.

• Plaques for Oxford Schoolhouse, Leawood Presbyterian Church, and Linwood Pioneer Cemetery
• Interpretive signs for Majors House and Historic Frontier Trails
• Status report for 96th & Lee (Old City Hall/Fire Station/Park)
• Spring Schoolhouse open house hours starting March 2nd
• Writers Series schedule from April through September

Land Bank

The Board of Trustees of the City of Leawood Land Bank is meeting for its annual session. The board will consider approving its 2024 officers, the 2024 annual budget, and the 2023 annual report.

• Approval of 2024 Board Officers (Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer)
• Approval of the 2024 Annual Budget
• Approval of the 2023 Board of Trustees Annual Report
• Review of 2023 activity showing no property transactions and no revenues or expenditures

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will consider several professional services agreements for city projects and the purchase of fire department and recreation equipment. The meeting also includes the acceptance of three appropriation ordinances and the appointment of a new Planning Commission member.

• Professional Services Agreement with Continental Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Ironhorse Golf Course Equipment Storage Building not to exceed $21,750.00
• Supplemental Agreement No. 4 with Olsson, Inc. for Tomahawk Creek Road Improvement Project not to exceed $82,537.00
• Purchase of Lion BullsEye Digital Fire Extinguisher Training System from NAFECO not to exceed $32,308.72
• Purchase of QuantiFit Respirator Fit Testing System from OHD not to exceed $16,725.00
• Purchase of diving board stands from Recreonics not to exceed $49,138.00

I-LAN Sister City Committee

The I-LAN Sister City Committee is coordinating final logistics for an upcoming Lunar Dinner at Ironhorse. The body is reviewing timelines, entertainment, and venue arrangements for the event.

• Lunar Dinner event timeline including guest arrival and dinner service
• Entertainment updates featuring the KU Dance Team and a montage video
• Decoration installation at Ironhorse scheduled for February 1
• Invitation to the Taiwanese Association of Greater Kansas City gala on February 10
• Requirement for committee members to submit final reports by February 20

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will receive updates on the new park maintenance facility, shelter projects at City Park, and the Tomahawk Park playground replacement. The meeting also includes reports on upcoming projects and new department employees.

• Update on New Park Maintenance Facility
• Update on Shelter Projects at City Park
• Update on Tomahawk Park Playground Replacement
• Discussion of upcoming projects
• Report on department new employees

Planning Commission-Work Session - Jan 09 2024 - CANCELLED

The Leawood Planning Commission scheduled a work session for January 9, 2024, but the meeting was cancelled. The agenda listed discussions on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update, residential emergency generators, and staff reports, but no actions were taken.

• Review of 2024 City of Leawood Comprehensive Plan Update (cancelled)
• Discussion of Residential Emergency Generators (cancelled)
• Discussion of Planning Commission Staff Reports (cancelled)

Governing Body-Regular Session

The Governing Body will conduct a swearing-in ceremony for newly elected and re-elected members and recognize retiring councilmembers. The session includes decisions on property and liability insurance renewals and several zoning and development ordinances.

• Ratification of 2024 Property/Liability Insurance renewal with Travelers Insurance Co. for $613,629.00
• Rezoning from AG to R-1 for Estates of Siena at 138th Street and east of Mission Road
• Revised Preliminary Plat and Plan for One35 Mixed Use Development south of 135th Street and west of Kenneth Road
• Contract with ETC Institute for a Community Survey not to exceed $23,000.00
• Agreement with Johnson County for Public Improvement of State Line Road and 89th Street