Liberty public meetings in 2023
24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
General
The Liberty City Council is holding a special session to authorize an executive session immediately following the meeting. The closed session will discuss real estate matters and contract negotiations, as permitted by state law. No other business is on the agenda.
- Authorize executive session for real estate discussions (610.021(2))
- Authorize executive session for contract negotiations (610.021(12))
City Council
The Liberty City Council is holding a study session to discuss two topics: a special purpose sales tax and the utilities fund. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Discussion of special purpose sales tax
- Discussion of utilities fund
City Council
The Liberty City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including vendor payments, a lawn care contract, a safety camera agreement, a sewer extension, a transit pilot, a traffic code amendment, and a property acceptance. Public hearings and citizen participation are also scheduled.
- Ordinance approving guaranteed pricing agreement with Kitch's Lawncare for 2024 mowing at Fairview, New Hope, and Mount Memorial Cemeteries, not to exceed $56,000
- Ordinance approving contract with Flock Safety for safety camera installation, maintenance, and data access, not to exceed $35,000
- Ordinance approving sanitary sewer extension and cost reimbursement agreement with Prominence Holdings, LLC
- Ordinance approving one-month KCATA contract for IRIS (ZTRIP) flex transportation pilot, Dec 1-31, 2023
- Resolution accepting 7 N. Water Street from 7 N. Water Street, LLC
General
The Liberty City Council is holding a special session to authorize an executive session immediately following the meeting to discuss real estate matters, as permitted by state law. No other business is on the agenda.
- Authorize executive session on real estate (Nov. 13, 2023)
- Session cites Missouri statute 610.021(2)
General
The Liberty, MO City Council will meet to approve routine minutes, hear public comments, and act on a consent agenda that includes $466,719 in equipment purchases and several resolutions. The meeting will also hold a public hearing on the amended Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan, including tax abatement for the 16 E Franklin project.
- Purchase of spare parts for centrifuge from Flottweg for $63,132.14
- Purchase of fine screen for MBT 2 from EPEC for $141,960.00
- Purchase of dump truck equipment from Knapheide for $174,222.00
- Purchase of Freightliner Model 108SD dump truck from Premier Truck Group for $87,405.00
- Adoption of amended Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan with tax abatement for 16 E Franklin project
General
This is a City Council study session agenda with only one substantive item: a discussion of the Community Center Fieldhouse Task Force. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Discussion of Community Center Fieldhouse Task Force
General
The Liberty City Council will vote on several contracts totaling over $370,000 for parking lot repairs, water main improvements, and waste disposal. They will also hold a public hearing to establish the new Stewart and Wilshire Community Improvement District along South Stewart Road and Wilshire Boulevard.
- Appoint Rachel Hollinberger to Parks & Recreation Board (term ending 6/1/2025)
- Appoint Council Member Jeff Watt as TIF Commission Chairman (term ending 10/31/2026)
- Authorize payment up to $23,100 to Prime Asphalt for Cody’s Parking Lot repairs
- Authorize payment up to $156,859.15 to Core & Main for Route H Water Main Improvements Phase II
- Approve creation of Stewart and Wilshire Community Improvement District at South Stewart Road and Wilshire Boulevard
General
The Liberty City Council is holding a special session to authorize an executive session to discuss real estate matters, as permitted by state law. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no other business on the agenda.
- Authorization of executive session for real estate discussions under 610.021(2)
City Council
The Liberty City Council will hold a regular session to approve minutes, acknowledge vendor payments, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a contract with PGAV Planners for a downtown infill concept plan, an ordinance amending the city's motor vehicle and traffic code, and a resolution accepting infrastructure improvements for the Liberty Heartland Logistics Center.
- Contract with PGAV Planners, LLC for downtown infill concept plan
- Ordinance amending Chapter 20, Motor Vehicles & Traffic
- Resolution accepting sanitary, water, and storm improvements for Liberty Heartland Logistics Center
- Acknowledgment of vendor payments for Sept 15-29, 2023
- Resolution approving alcohol service for private event at Liberty Community Center on Oct 22
City Council
The Liberty City Council will hold a regular session with public hearings and votes on several items, including final plats for two subdivisions, the 2024 property tax levy, a new Taser contract, and cemetery fee changes. The agenda also includes consent items for a vehicle purchase and infrastructure improvements.
- Final plat approval for Jewel Estate (P&Z Case No. 23-34FP)
- Final plat approval for Seneff (P&Z Case No. 23-28FP)
- 2023 ad valorem property tax levies for 2024 budget (second reading)
- Renewal of Axon Enterprises agreement for 45 Taser 10s, not to exceed $204,741
- Amendment to cemetery rates schedule
City Council
The Liberty City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance authorizing up to $10.75 million in taxable industrial development revenue bonds for an industrial project. The meeting also includes a first reading of the 2024 property tax levy ordinance and a vote on a contract amendment for traffic signal improvements at MO 291/Blue Jay and Stewart Road intersections.
- Public hearing and vote on $10,750,000 industrial development revenue bonds for an industrial project
- First reading of 2023 ad valorem property tax levies for 2024 budget year
- Ordinance amendment approving Phase II funding ($22-003) for MO 291/Blue Jay traffic signal and Stewart/MO 291 intersection improvements with Transystems Corporation
- Contract with Life Scan for annual Fire Department physicals
- Amusement license for Fall Festival (Jones & Co.)
City Council
The Liberty City Council will hold public hearings and vote on final development plans for building additions at three schools, approve a final plat and development plan for a distribution facility, and consider several contracts including trail repairs and a storm water master plan. The agenda also includes routine consent items and board appointments.
- Public hearings for school additions: Discovery Middle School (10,790 sq ft), South Valley Middle School (10,800 sq ft), Epic Elementary (7,990 sq ft)
- Final plat and development plan for LPS Distribution Facility (26,733 sq ft) at 1138 Southview Drive
- Contract with McConnell & Associates for Cates Creek Trail repairs, not to exceed $47,658
- Storm water master plan agreement with HDR Engineering, not to exceed $319,980
- Purchase of two Ford F-350 trucks and a Kubota mini track loader
City Council
The Liberty City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $125,826 grant for senior services, a $228,354 contract for a transportation master plan, and a pilot on-demand transit program. They will also vote on property acquisition and various contracts. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and vendor payments.
- Grant agreement with Mid-America Regional Council for senior services, not to exceed $125,826
- Contract with HDR Engineering for Transportation Master Plan Phase I, not to exceed $228,354
- Agreement with Kansas City Area Transportation Authority for 3-month IRIS pilot on-demand transit (ZTRIP)
- Property acquisition of 427 Mill Street
- Contract with Heartland Traffic Services for 2023 pavement markings
City Council
The Liberty City Council is holding a special session to consider a single action item: a resolution approving a temporary event liquor license for the Knights of Columbus Feast Day Blacklight Bingo event. Following the vote, the council will hold a study session with presentations on the Mid-America Regional Council Communities for All Ages program and an update on the Atrium project.
- Resolution approving temporary event liquor license for Knights of Columbus Feast Day Blacklight Bingo at St. James Catholic Church, 309 S. Stewart Road, on July 22, 2023
- Study session: Mid-America Regional Council Communities for All Ages presentation
- Study session: Atrium update
City Council
The Liberty, MO City Council will vote on several contracts and ordinances, including a $1,900,000 remodel of Fire Station No. 3 and a $21,245 purchase of an animal transport unit. They will also consider a temporary liquor license for two businesses for the KC Wide Open Block Party and finalize a development plan for a 53,000 sq. ft. student recreation center at William Jewell College.
- Purchase of a $21,245 animal transport unit from Bowie International, LLC
- Approval of a $1,900,000 agreement with Samurai Enterprises, Inc. for Fire Station No. 3 remodel/additions
- Temporary liquor licenses for Historic Downtown Liberty (HDLI) and Corner Bar for the July 8 KC Wide Open Block Party on Missouri Street
- Final approval of a 53,000 sq. ft. student recreation center development plan for William Jewell College
- Ordinance amendment prohibiting parking on grass in Chapter 21 of the City Code
City Council
The Liberty City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $50,233.48 purchase of new shade systems, three temporary event liquor licenses, and an amendment to a guaranteed pricing contract for citywide HVAC maintenance not to exceed $125,000. The meeting also includes proclamations for Make Music Day and Meals on Wheels' 50th anniversary, plus acknowledgment of vendor payments from May 12 to June 2, 2023.
- Purchase of new shade systems from All Inclusive Rec, LLC for up to $50,233.48
- Temporary liquor license for LibertyFest at Capitol Federal Sports Complex on July 3, 2023
- Temporary liquor license for KC Wide Open Block Party on Missouri Street between Franklin and Kansas Streets on July 8, 2023
- Temporary liquor license for Fall Fest Beer Garden on N. Missouri Street between E. Franklin and E. Kansas Streets, Sept 20-24, 2023
- Amendment to HVAC maintenance contract with Myrick Mechanical, not to exceed $125,000
City Council
The Liberty City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several development plans, including an industrial project for the Liberty Heartland Logistics Center and a special use permit for attached single-family housing. The council will also consider resolutions for expansions at the Ford Motor Stamping Plant and a new building in Liberty Parkway Plaza, plus an ordinance approving a guaranteed pricing agreement for playground equipment.
- Industrial development plan for Liberty Heartland Logistics Center (Phase D)
- Special use permit for attached single-family at NW corner of Suddarth Street and Richfield Road (P&Z Case 23-14SUP)
- Final development plan for 27,500 sq. ft. expansion at Ford Motor Stamping Plant, 2401 Plummer Road (P&Z Case 23-16FDP)
- Final development plan for 91,500 sq. ft. building on Lot 3 of Liberty Parkway Plaza (P&Z Case 23-17FDP)
- Playground equipment purchase at Clay Ridge Park, not to exceed $76,704.60
City Council
The Liberty City Council is holding a study session with a single discussion topic: CVR Public Officials Liability Training. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Discussion of CVR Public Officials Liability Training
City Council
The Liberty, MO City Council will hold a regular session to approve minutes, hear public comments, and vote on a consent agenda including a $104,906 purchase of two Ford F250 pickup trucks for Animal Control. The meeting will also discuss ordinances for street maintenance contracts, watermain design, and sidewalk code updates.
- Purchase of two Ford F250 trucks for Animal Control ($104,906)
- Contract with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company for 2023 street maintenance (Project PW-CIP-23-003)
- Contract amendment with JCI Industries for MBT 1 improvements
- Design contract with VSM Engineering for Mississippi St and Liberty Dr watermain project
- Ordinance update to Chapter 25 (Streets and Sidewalks) on sidewalk regulations
City Council
The Liberty City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use permit for an 11,050 sq. ft. indoor storage addition at Attic Storage, 317 N. 291 Hwy. They will also consider several contracts and resolutions, including a $121,000 aeration gearbox purchase, a $37,365 wellfield services contract, and a $12,290.19 security camera upgrade at the Community Center. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and vendor payments.
- Special use permit for 11,050 sq. ft. indoor storage addition at Attic Storage, 317 N. 291 Hwy (P&Z 23-12SUP)
- Purchase of carrousel aeration gearbox for plant resiliency, not to exceed $121,000
- Contract with C & B Equipment for wellfield services, not to exceed $37,365
- Contract with American Digital Security for security camera upgrades at Liberty Community Center, not to exceed $12,290.19
- Approval of national opioid settlement agreements and MOU with State of Missouri
City Council
The Liberty City Council will hold a regular session with a second reading of an ordinance to rezone 24.69 acres north of Garrison Road between Hughes and South Withers to M-1 Light Industrial for 781 Logistics, and consider a preliminary plat for the same site. The agenda also includes proclamations, consent agenda items, board appointments, and resolutions of appreciation. A second session will address a contract amendment for senior services, a temporary liquor license, and a community center alcohol service application.
- Rezoning 24.69 acres north of Garrison Road to M-1 Light Industrial for 781 Logistics (2nd reading)
- Preliminary plat approval for 781 Logistics, 1 lot on 24.69 acres (postponed from March 27)
- Contract amendment with Mid-America Regional Council for senior services, increasing reimbursement rates through June 30, 2023
- Temporary event liquor license for Soroptimist International of Liberty at St. James Catholic Church on May 6, 2023
- Appointments to boards including Rae McClelland, Matthew Smith, Ron Mullennix, and others
City Council
The Liberty City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances authorizing up to $79,050,000 in industrial development revenue bonds for the Prominence Holdings project and up to $73,400,000 for the GFI Capital project. The council will also consider rezoning 24.69 acres north of Garrison Road to M-1 Light Industrial for 781 Logistics, along with a preliminary plat and adoption of the city's comprehensive plan. Consent agenda items include a $5,740,000 benefit expenditure through Midwest Public Risk and a $21,245 animal transport unit purchase.
- Industrial development revenue bonds: $79,050,000 (Prominence Holdings) and $73,400,000 (GFI Capital)
- Rezoning 24.69 acres north of Garrison Road to M-1 Light Industrial for 781 Logistics (P&Z Case 23-07R&PDP)
- Appropriating $2,500,000 for sewer interceptor extension with Prominence Holdings, LLC
- Five-year on-call engineering services agreement with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc.
- Contract with Curt Heisinger for headstone stabilization in city cemeteries, not to exceed $25,000
City Council
The Liberty City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on amended development plans for downtown redevelopment projects at 20 N Main Street and 20 E Franklin Street, including tax abatements and development agreements. The council will also adopt updated utility rates for water, sewer, and solid waste services.
- Rezoning 17.3 acres at NE corner of South Liberty Parkway and Flintlock to PD 'Planned Development' District for Liberty Parkway Apartments
- Purchase of 2023 Ford trucks from Chuck Anderson Ford for up to $201,414.36
- Adoption of 2023 utility rates for water, sewer, and solid waste services
- Approval of a $457,334 contract with Capital Electric Line Builders for traffic signal improvements at Withers Rd. and Holt Dr.
- Approval of a $61,650 pedestrian bridge agreement with Wheeler Lumber along Old Withers Pedestrian Trail
City Council
The Liberty City Council is holding a study session to discuss an update to the city's comprehensive plan. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda lists only this discussion item.
- Discussion of comprehensive plan update