Louisburg public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Louisburg Planning Commission approved the meeting and submittal calendar for December 2022 through December 2023, with one change moving the December 27, 2023 meeting to December 20, 2023. The commission also discussed potential changes to sign regulations but took no formal action, agreeing that further discussion is needed.

• Approved the Planning Commission Meeting and Submittal calendar December 2022 thru December 2023 (5-0)
• Changed December 27, 2023 meeting date to December 20, 2023
• No formal action on sign regulation changes

City Council

The City Council approved ordinances to waive building permit fees for new residential dwellings in 2022 and updated solar regulations to allow solar on all parking and street lights. The Council also authorized the FLIP program renewal and a grant application for park picnic tables.

• Authorization of Ordinance 1158 waiving building permit fees for new residential dwellings in 2/2022
• Approval of Ordinance 1159 for the Facades of Louisburg Improvement (FLIP) program
• Approval of changes to solar regulations for parking and street lights
• Authorization of grant application for eight picnic tables at Lewis-Young Park
• Approval of final plat for H.L. Estates

The Council approved a pay package for the upcoming year, setting cost-of-living adjustments at 5% and allowing up to 2% for merit increases, despite a higher CPI. They also approved a July 2 rodeo at Lewis-Young Park, a $98,859 contract for a new sewer lift station, and renewal of cereal malt beverage licenses. A request for sidewalk cost assistance from property owners was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including Dec. 6 minutes and bills list (4-0)
• Approved July 2 rodeo at Lewis-Young Park by Rodeo Gold Productions (4-0)
• Approved cereal malt beverage license renewals for BP, Casey's, Price Chopper, Shell, Amoco (4-0)
• Approved administrator goals as listed (4-0)
• Approved 5% COLA and up to 2% merit pay for employees (3-1, Cook dissenting)
• Approved Ray Lindsey Company bid of $98,859 for Starbrooke sewer lift station replacement (4-0)

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will meet to discuss a proposal from Mathew Sword for an Eagle Scout project in L/Y Park. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comments, plus individual updates from board members. No other new business is listed.

• Discussion with Mathew Sword on Eagle Scout project in L/Y Park
• Approval of November 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes, no action taken
• Individual area updates from board members (Aquatic Center, City Park, Ron Weers Park, Lewis-Young Park, etc.)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 6, 2021, with a consent agenda, a scheduled visitor, and several administrative reports. Key items include a master planning report, an update on administrative goals, the 2022 holiday calendar, a building permit fee waiver ordinance, the 2022 FLIP program, a recycled tire grant, solar regulations, and the final plat of H.L. Estates. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major public hearings or large contracts on the agenda.

• Building permit fee waiver and ordinance
• 2022 FLIP (residential) program
• Recycled tire grant
• Solar regulations and ordinance
• Final plat of H.L. Estates

The Council approved several ordinances and items, including waiving building permit fees for new single-family homes in 2022 (Ordinance 1158), renewing the FLIP facade improvement program (Ordinance 1159), and approving changes to solar regulations (Ordinance 1159). They also approved the final plat for H.L. Estates, the 2022 holiday calendar, a $500 contribution to a fire department awards banquet, and a grant application for picnic tables. The administrative goals update was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including Nov. 15 minutes and bills list (4-0)
• Approved $500 contribution to fire department awards banquet (3-0-1, Town abstained)
• Approved 2022 holiday calendar and considerations (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Ordinance 1158 waiving building permit fees for new residential dwellings in 2022 (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Ordinance 1159 for FLIP program renewal (4-0)
• Approved participation in KDHE Waste Tire Grant for eight picnic tables (4-0)
• Approved solar regulation changes and authorized Mayor to sign Ordinance 1159 (4-0)
• Approved final plat of H.L. Estates as recommended by Planning Commission (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission discussed ideas to engage the community in historic preservation. Members selected four quarterly activities for 2022 and assigned leads for each event.

• Lunch & Learn scheduled for January/February
• Historic Geocaching scheduled for April/May
• Architectural Inventory scheduled for June/July/August
• Talking Tombstones scheduled for October

The Louisburg Historic Preservation Commission held a regular meeting on December 1, 2021, and adopted the agenda and minutes. No public comments or non-public hearing business items were presented. The commission discussed and planned several 2022 activities, including a Lunch & Learn series, a geocaching event, a Talking Tombstone Tour, and an architectural inventory of the Broadway District. No formal decisions were made beyond adopting the agenda and minutes.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved the minutes of the previous meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:59 p.m. (unanimous)

Fox Hall & Cemetery Board

The Fox Hall/Cemetery Board will review minutes, receive a financial update on Fox Hall, and hear about upcoming rentals. The main business is an update from Administrator Law on cemetery fees, following a special meeting where the board recommended fee increases to cover contractor costs and maintenance expenses.

• Approve minutes from Aug. 30 and Oct. 11 meetings
• Fox Hall financial update
• Report on upcoming Fox Hall rentals
• Cemetery fee update from Administrator Law
• Cemetery fees recommended to increase for grave space and services

The board approved minutes from its August 30, 2021 and October 11, 2021 meetings. It reviewed finances showing a checking balance of $3,149.01. The board noted the Historic Preservation Commission approved a display case, with City Council to vote on funding. It also reported that City Council adopted a new cemetery fee schedule waiving open/close charges and reducing grave space costs by $100 for anyone 36 months old or younger.

• Approved minutes from August 30, 2021 and October 11, 2021 meetings
• Noted display case approved by Historic Preservation Commission; City Council to vote on funding
• Reported City Council adopted new cemetery fee schedule
• Decided to waive open/close charge for anyone 36 months or younger
• Decided to reduce grave space cost by $100 for anyone 36 months or younger
• Adjourned at 5:25pm by motion from Debbie, seconded by Dennis

Planning Commission

The Commission discussed potential updates to sign regulations regarding political, electronic messaging, and yard sale signs. Members also continued discussions on solar panel design standards for parking lot light poles.

• Discussion of potential changes to Sign Regulations (Political, Electronic Messaging, and Yard/Garage Sale signs)
• Continued discussion concerning Solar Panel Design Standards in Article 6
• Review of H.L. Estates final plat approval with 15 specific stipulations
• Informational discussion regarding potential commercial development at K68 Highway and Rockville Road

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to allow solar-powered parking lot lights in all zoning districts and to allow solar panels on streetlights, after council questions about where they are permitted. The commission also reached consensus to adopt state statute language (KSA 25-2711) for political sign regulations, requiring a future text amendment and public hearing. Additionally, they recommended amending the annual yard/garage sale sign moratorium from two to three times per year, to be presented to the City Council. No public hearing items were held, and the meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m.

• Approved motion to allow solar parking lot lights in all zoning districts and solar on streetlights (6-0).
• Reached consensus to adopt KSA 25-2711 language for political signs, requiring a text amendment and future public hearing.
• Recommended amending the annual yard/garage sale sign moratorium from two to three times per year.
• Discussed potential regulations for electronic messaging centers in residential districts; no decision made, further research planned.
• Approved the agenda (6-0).
• Approved minutes from October 27, 2021 meeting (4-0-2, with two abstentions).
• Adjourned meeting at 7:29 p.m. (6-0).

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will continue discussions on the sale of city-owned property, review the master parks plan, update cemetery fees, and consider funding for stormwater priority projects. The agenda also includes routine consent items, department reports, and public comments.

• Continued consideration of city-owned property sale at Amity/Metcalf and Farmers Market block
• Master Parks Plan review, including aquatic center expansion options ($500,000-$2.4 million)
• Cemetery fees update, including infant plot pricing
• Stormwater priority projects funding consideration
• Approval of bills totaling $36,981.50

The council voted 5-0 to enter negotiations with the interested buyer for the city-owned property at the southeast corner of Amity and Metcalf, involving the city administrator, attorney, and mayor. It also approved a motion to advertise several other city-owned properties for sale, hold the Farmers Market block, and pursue a negotiated sale for the property north of the fire station. The council adopted a new cemetery fee schedule with a waiver for infant burials (ages 0-36 months) and approved using ARPA funds for stormwater projects.

• Approved negotiations for sale of Amity/Metcalf property (5-0)
• Advertised properties 1, 3, and 5 for sale; held property 2 (Farmers Market block) (5-0)
• Adopted cemetery fee resolution with infant burial waiver (5-0)
• Approved use of ARPA funds for stormwater projects (5-0)
• Scheduled special workshop for Nov. 29 on Prairie Crossing development
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills list (5-0)

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will discuss a request from John Well to fly remote-controlled planes in Lewis-Young Park, referencing city code that requires board approval. They will also conduct the annual review of the Master Parks Plan, which outlines improvements and cost estimates for all four city parks. The meeting includes routine items like agenda adoption, minutes approval, and public comments.

• Discussion of request to fly remote-controlled planes in Lewis-Young Park (City Code 12-120)
• Annual review of Master Parks Plan (approved Feb. 3, 2020)
• Approval of October 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Louisburg Park and Tree Board approved John Wells' request to fly remote-controlled planes in L/Y Park, with no specific location determined. The board also reviewed and updated priority lists for parks and the Aquatic Center, and discussed the future use of sales tax funds now that the Aquatic Center bond is retired.

• Approved John Wells' request to fly RC planes in L/Y Park (6-0)
• Approved October 11, 2021 minutes as amended (6-0)
• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:48 p.m. (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Louisburg Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting with public comments, old business, and new business. The main items are discussing activity ideas for 2022 and developing a 2022 activity plan. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public hearings or major decisions listed.

• Discussion of activity ideas for 2022
• Development of 2022 activity plan
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes, informational only

The commission discussed and selected four community engagement activities for 2022, assigning a member to lead each. No formal votes were taken on these plans; the only motions were to adopt the agenda, approve prior minutes, and adjourn, all passed unanimously.

• Adopted agenda and approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Selected four 2022 activities: Lunch & Learn, Historic Geocaching, Architectural Inventory, Talking Tombstones
• Assigned leads: Wilson (Lunch & Learn), Hintz (Geocaching), Thompson & Sarver (Architectural Inventory), Carder (Talking Tombstones)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:50 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will discuss the potential sale of city-owned property at Amity and Metcalf, following interest from CBC Real Estate Group. They will also continue a master planning review for Lewis-Young Park and consider updates to cemetery fees. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and public comments.

• City-owned property sale at Amity and Metcalf
• Master planning review for Lewis-Young Park
• Cemetery fees update
• Approval of bills totaling $417,226.20
• Public comments from scheduled visitors

The Louisburg City Council appointed TJ Williams to fill the Ward 4 seat, replacing Kevin Vohs, and approved the hire of Timothy Eaks for the Public Utilities Authority position. The council also extended the cemetery mowing contract with Scarecrow Mowing for two years and added Finance Director Richard Mikesic to all city bank accounts. Developers presented a proposal for a 96-lot housing development with a possible incentive district, but no action was taken; they will return with more details.

• Appointed TJ Williams to Ward 4 (4-0)
• Hired Timothy Eaks for PUA position at pay scale 2-1C (4-0)
• Extended cemetery mowing contract with Scarecrow Mowing for two years (4-0)
• Added Richard Mikesic to all city bank accounts (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills list (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a final plat for the H.L. Estates residential subdivision and discussing a potential RV/boat storage facility on K68 Highway. The meeting also includes discussions regarding manufactured home construction standards and updates to city sign regulations.

• Final plat for H.L. Estates, a 7.12-acre residential subdivision at Metcalf and South 16th Street
• Proposed commercial development of 9.77 acres at K68 Highway and Rockville Road for RV/boat storage
• Discussion regarding updates to the 'M-P' Mobile Home Park Residential District regulations
• Review of potential amendments to City Sign Regulations
• H.L. Estates project includes $3,100.23 in excise tax and a $200 final plat fee

The Louisburg Planning Commission approved the final plat for H.L. Estates, a 7.12-acre residential subdivision at the northwest corner of Metcalf and South 16th Street, with 15 stipulations addressing stormwater, sewer, and construction requirements. The motion passed 6-0. The commission also discussed a potential commercial development and a HUD standard for manufactured homes, but took no action on those items.

• Approved H.L. Estates final plat with 15 stipulations (6-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0-1, Olson abstained)
• Approved September 29, 2021 minutes (3-0-3, Phillips, Olson, Baer abstained)
• Discussed potential commercial development at K68 Highway and Rockville Road (no action)
• Discussed adding HUD standards for manufactured homes to zoning regulations (no action)
• Discussed solar panel design standards text amendment (no action)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 18, 2021. The agenda includes continued master planning review (focusing on Ron Weers Park), a cemetery fee update, a tower attachment request, a street pavement evaluation report, and aquatic center enhancements. The council will also consider consent agenda items including minutes and bills.

• Master planning review: Ron Weers Park projects (trail lighting $80k-$180k, fishing dock $20k-$30k, sledding area $10k-$18k, parking expansion $30k-$45k, play equipment $80k-$145k)
• Cemetery fee increases proposed (e.g., grave space $650 to $700, adult opening/closing M-F $650 to $725, cremation/infant M-F $300 to $475, additional rock charge $630)
• Tower attachment request (details not provided in agenda)
• Street pavement evaluation report (details not provided in agenda)
• Aquatic center enhancements (details not provided in agenda)

The Louisburg City Council approved a tower lease agreement with JMZ Corporation to add wireless communications to water towers, authorizing the mayor to sign. The council also approved the consent agenda, discussed selling city-owned property at Amity and Metcalf to CBC Real Estate Group, and tabled a cemetery fee update. A vacancy on the council was announced after Councilmember Kevin Vohs moved out of his district.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills list (4-0)
• Approved tower lease agreement with JMZ Corporation (4-0)
• Tabled cemetery fee schedule update for further discussion
• Discussed potential sale of city-owned property at Amity and Metcalf to CBC Real Estate Group; no action taken

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will discuss a request from Herold and Deanna Taylor to use metal detectors in city parks, which requires board approval per city code. They will also receive a staff update on tree trimming and removal around City Lake and in the Lake and Summerfield subdivisions. The meeting includes standard items like agenda adoption, minutes approval, and public comments.

• Discussion of metal detector use request by Herold and Deanna Taylor (City Code Chapter 12, Article 1, Paragraph 12-124)
• Staff update on tree trimming and removal around City Lake
• Right-of-way tree trimming in Lake and Summerfield subdivisions
• Individual area updates from board members

The Louisburg Park and Tree Board approved a request from Herald and Deanna Taylor to use metal detectors in all city parks, with conditions that they fill any holes and avoid sporting fields. The board also discussed tree trimming and removal around City Lake and in two subdivisions, noting that L&T Tree Service was selected for the work. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved metal detecting request for all city parks (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved September 13, 2021 minutes (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comments, old business on Louisburg Register boundaries, and new business including a new commission member and an initial discussion of the 2021-22 activity plan. The agenda is mostly procedural, with substantive items limited to these discussions.

• Discussion of Louisburg Register boundaries
• New Commission Member: Doug Carder
• Initial discussion of 2021-22 Activity Plan

The commission reported that the historic preservation district boundaries were expanded from the original downtown/Broadway area to the entire city limits. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, including adopting the agenda and approving prior minutes. The commission also discussed future community engagement activities and welcomed new member Doug Carder.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 1, 2021 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:50 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a continued master planning review (this time the Master Parks Plan), an update to erosion and sediment control regulations with a proposed ordinance, and a sidewalk improvement program for existing infrastructure. The agenda also includes recognition of the Farmers Market and Christmas Parade organizers, plus routine consent agenda items and reports.

• Master Parks Plan review: picnic shelter ($30,000-$40,000), park signs/landscaping ($26,500), concrete walkways ($40,000-$55,000)
• Proposed ordinance adding erosion and sediment control standards for construction on less than 1 acre, with fines up to $500 per offense
• Sidewalk Improvement Program discussion, including potential multi-year repayment or city-funded options
• Bills list totaling $76,338.42, including $36,318.26 to Olsson Associates for stormwater project
• Public comments on sidewalk safety near S. Second St. East and Berkley

The Council approved a street closure for the Holiday Magic on Broadway event, set for December 5th, and authorized the mayor to sign Ordinance 1157 on erosion and sediment control. They also approved hiring Richard Mikesic as Finance Director and moved forward with sidewalk improvement estimates.

• Approved street closure for Holiday Magic on Broadway (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Ordinance 1157 on erosion and sediment control (4-0)
• Approved moving ahead with sidewalk improvement estimates (5-0)
• Approved signage for 30 plants at lake trail (5-0)
• Accepted bid from L&T Tree Service for tree trimming/removal (5-0)
• Hired Richard Mikesic as Finance Director with pay grade 12-10C (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Louisburg Planning Commission will consider two site-plan applications for building additions: an 8,585 sq ft addition to Louisburg High School at 202 Aquatic Drive and an 8,153 sq ft addition to the United Methodist Church at 249 Metcalf Road. The commission will also discuss electronic messaging centers in residential zones and sign regulations. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Site plan 21003-SP: 8,585 sq ft addition to Louisburg High School (USD416) at 202 Aquatic Drive, including fitness, weight, and wrestling rooms.
• Site plan 21004-SP: 8,153 sq ft addition to Louisburg United Methodist Church at 249 Metcalf Road, including events area, classrooms, storage, and restrooms.
• Discussion on Electronic Messaging Center (EMC) in residential zoning districts related to the church addition.
• Discussion concerning sign regulations (old business).

The Louisburg Planning Commission approved two site plans: a USD416 Louisburg High School addition at 202 Aquatic Drive and a Louisburg United Methodist Church addition at 249 Metcalf Road, both with stipulations. The commission also agreed to consider amending Sign Regulations to allow electronic messaging centers in residential zones and directed staff to review and enforce current sign rules.

• Approved LHS addition site plan with 5 stipulations (5-0)
• Approved United Methodist Church addition site plan with 7 stipulations (5-0)
• Agreed to consider amending Sign Regulations to allow EMCs in residential districts
• Directed staff to review and possibly rewrite Sign Regulations and enforce as written

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 20, 2021, with a consent agenda, public comments, and department reports. Key items include continued master planning review, consideration of selling city-owned property, a request to amend the historic preservation district, and a sidewalk improvement program. The agenda is largely procedural, but these items involve substantive policy decisions.

• Consideration of sale of city-owned property at southeast corner of Amity & Metcalf
• Historic Preservation Commission request to amend preservation district
• Sidewalk improvement program for existing infrastructure
• Master planning review continued
• Approval of bills totaling $451,441.77

The Louisburg City Council approved Ordinance 1156 to expand the boundaries of the Louisburg Register of Historic Places, as requested by the Historic Preservation Commission. The council also allowed the closure of Wildcat Drive to the Broadmoor School entrance for LHS Homecoming on October 23. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were discussions only.

• Adopted Ordinance 1156 to expand the historic preservation district (3-0)
• Approved street closure for LHS Homecoming parade and pep rally (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills list (3-0)

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will discuss planting additional trees at the Farmers Market block and assess the condition of trees around City Lake, including a site visit. They will also review the final report for the 2021 Fishing Derby and receive updates from members on their areas of responsibility.

• Discussion on planting additional trees at the Farmers Market block
• Discussion and site visit to assess tree condition around City Lake
• 2021 Fishing Derby final report
• Updates from board members on parks, aquatic center, and recreation commission

The Louisburg Park and Tree Board tabled a discussion about planting additional trees at the Farmers Market because the interested individual was not present. Board members agreed to meet at City Lake after the meeting to assess the condition of the trees there. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 9, 2021 meeting, both by 6-0 votes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (motion by Jack Kline, seconded by Michael McClellan, passed 6-0).
• Approved the August 9, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Wayne Knop, seconded by Jack Kline, passed 6-0).
• Tabled the discussion on planting additional trees at the Farmers Market due to the interested individual's absence.
• Agreed to conduct a site visit at City Lake after the meeting to assess tree conditions.
• Adjourned the meeting (motion by Wayne Knop, seconded by Andy Gibbons, passed 6-0).

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold public hearings on the 2022 budget and a resolution to levy a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate of 30.277 mills. The council will also consider several administrative items, including special event applications, a sidewalk improvement program, and a wastewater treatment plant change order. The agenda includes a consent agenda for minutes and bills, plus reports from departments, the city attorney, mayor, and administrator.

• Public hearing on 2022 budget and resolution to exceed revenue neutral rate of 30.277 mills
• Special event applications: Captain Cook's Treasure Chest and Louisburg Library
• Sidewalk Improvement Program for Existing Infrastructure
• KDOT Utility Relocation Bids Review & Award
• Wastewater Treatment Plant – Change Order

The Council adopted the 2022 City budget and a resolution to levy a property tax rate exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate of 30.277 mills, both by 3-1 votes with Councilmember Cook dissenting. The Council also approved a $200,959.50 bid from G-B Construction for utility relocation, and rejected a motion to sell city-owned property at the southeast corner of Amity & Metcalf. Several other items were approved, including special event applications, ordinances, and a change order.

• Adopted Resolution 9-7-2021 to levy a property tax rate exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate of 30.277 mills (3-1, Cook no).
• Adopted the 2022 City of Louisburg Budget as presented (3-1, Cook no).
• Authorized Mayor to sign the Constitution Week Proclamation (4-0).
• Accepted special event application for Captain Cook's Treasure Chest (4-0-1, Cook abstained).
• Approved special event application for Louisburg Library movie night, including street closure (5-0).
• Approved appointment of Doug Carder to the Historic Preservation Commission (5-0).
• Authorized Mayor to sign Standard Traffic Ordinance 1153 and Uniform Public Offense Ordinance 1154 (5-0 each).
• Accepted bid from G-B Construction for $200,959.50 for utility relocation (4-1, Harris no).

Historic Preservation Commission

The Louisburg Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting with routine items like agenda adoption, minutes approval, and public comments. The main new business is a training demo on the Kansas Historic Resources Inventory (KHRI). No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Training demo on Kansas Historic Resources Inventory (KHRI)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Meeting held at City Hall Conference Room, 215 South Broadway Street

The commission discussed options for a display case to store and share historical items from Broadway excavation and Fox Hall renovation, considering locations at Fox Hall or City Hall. They also received training on the Kansas Historic Resources Inventory and agreed to visit Fox Hall to assess space. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Adopted amended agenda to include display case discussion (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:53 p.m. (3-0)

Fox Hall & Cemetery Board

The Fox Hall & Cemetery Board will approve minutes from June 1, 2021, and review financial updates for June and July. The agenda includes a report on upcoming rentals and a discussion on hiring for an annual or semi-annual deep clean. The board will also address cemetery business and downtown fall festivities.

• Approve minutes of the June 1, 2021, meeting
• Review Fox Hall financial update for June/July
• Report on number of upcoming Fox Hall rentals
• Consider hiring for an annual/semi-annual deep clean
• Discuss cemetery business

The Fox Hall/Cemetery Board approved the June 1, 2021 meeting minutes and reviewed financial reports. The board favored soliciting bids for a semi-annual/annual deep cleaning of Fox Hall, and discussed concerns about renters damaging walls and a fan. No formal votes were taken on new business items.

• Approved June 1, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Brad, second by Mis)
• Favored getting bids for deep cleaning of Fox Hall (no formal vote)
• Discussed addressing wall damage from renters with Teresa Vickrey (no formal vote)

Planning Commission

The commission voted 7-0 to deny a request to rezone 2.70 acres on North 16th Street from R-1 to C-3, after hearing opposition from neighbors. Because the rezoning was denied, the related special use permit for storage and warehousing was not discussed. The commission also recommended approval of a 0.27-acre deannexation and changes to solar panel design standards, both to go to the City Council on September 7, 2021.

• Approved the agenda 7-0.
• Approved the July 28, 2021 minutes 3-0-4, with four members abstaining.
• Recommended approval of deannexation of 0.27 acres at 6302 West 295th Street, 7-0.
• Denied rezoning of 2.70 acres on North 16th Street from R-1 to C-3, 7-0.
• Took no action on the special use permit for storage and warehousing because the rezoning was denied.
• Recommended approval of changes to Solar Panel System Design Standards, 7-0.
• Adjourned the meeting 7-0.

City Council

The City Council reviewed the draft 2022 budget summary and authorized the publication of the notice to exceed the revenue neutral rate. The meeting also included discussions on master planning for trails and sidewalks, as well as a seasonal moratorium on garage sale signage enforcement.

• Authorization of 2022 budget summary publication and notice of hearing
• Seasonal moratorium on garage sale sign enforcement (Sept 15–29, 2021, and April 6–20, 2022)
• Special event permit for American Legion Post No. 250 Tractor Pull at Lewis-Young Park
• Resolution of Intent for Wea Creek Apartments
• Special Use Permit for communication tower at 1007 W. Amity

The Louisburg City Council approved a Special Use Permit for a 100-foot communication tower, adopted a resolution to proceed with Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Wea Creek Apartments, and authorized a ballot question on the Recreation Commission's mill levy cap. All votes were 5-0. The council also approved a consent agenda, a resolution allowing alcohol at a Labor Day event, a garage sale moratorium, a board appointment, a T-Mobile tower agreement, and a Hometown Heroes banner program.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills list (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit Ordinance 1151 for 100-foot tower (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 8-16-21A allowing alcohol at Labor Day tractor pull (5-0)
• Authorized Ordinance 1152 for garage sale sign moratorium (5-0)
• Appointed Dan Quinn to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 8-16-21B for Industrial Revenue Bonds for Wea Creek Apartments (5-0)
• Authorized Resolution 082021 for Recreation Commission mill levy ballot question (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to T-Mobile water tower agreement (5-0)

Park & Tree Board

The Park & Tree Board recommended purchasing additional picnic tables for L/Y Park using the Waste Tire Grant Program, with a motion passing 4-0. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration. The board also discussed the Amity Trail Project and the upcoming 'Paws at the Pool' event, but no action was taken on those items.

• Recommended purchase of additional picnic tables via Waste Tire Grant Program (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 12, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Louisburg Historic Preservation Commission met on August 4, 2021, but took no substantive actions. Members adopted the agenda and adjourned, with no public comments, old business, or new business items. The only discussion involved a training review on historical categories and a plan to contact the Louisburg Historical Society about potential partnerships.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:47 p.m. (3-0)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 2, 2021, with items including continued master planning review, a draft 2022 budget summary, a hazard mitigation plan, and harassment training. The council will also consider authorizing publication of the 2022 budget notice to exceed the revenue neutral rate, with a budget hearing set for September 7. The agenda includes consent items, department reports, and public comments.

• Master Trails Plan review: 25 mid-range projects totaling over $7 million, including bike lanes, sidewalks, and greenways
• Draft 2022 budget: proposed expenditures of $13,978,798, with a tax rate of 32.441 mills, exceeding the revenue neutral rate of 30.277 mills
• Authorization to publish notice of hearing to exceed revenue neutral rate for 2022 budget
• Hazard Mitigation Plan update
• Harassment training for city staff

The Louisburg City Council approved publishing the 2022 budget summary and setting a September 7 hearing to exceed the revenue-neutral rate, with a proposed mill levy of 32.441 (down from 32.834). They also hired a new water plant operator, approved a library event street closure, and adopted a hazard mitigation plan resolution. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved consent agenda including July 19 minutes and bills list (4-0)
• Hired James Schroff as water plant operator at pay grade 2-2A (4-0)
• Approved Louisburg Library Summer Bash and Broadway street closure (4-0)
• Authorized publication of 2022 budget summary and notice of hearing to exceed revenue neutral rate (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 8-2-2021 for Hazard Mitigation Plan (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Louisburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit for an 80-foot communications tower at GoBrolly's commercial property, then discuss a site plan for a generator at the water tower and review manufactured home rules. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comments.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit 21003-SUP for an 80-foot communications tower at 1007 West Amity (Parcel ID: 1093102001005000)
• Site Plan 21002-SP: generator system to support communications equipment attached to the water tower at 320 Harvest Drive (Parcel ID: 1093200000001300)
• Discussion of manufactured homes requirements in Section 505 of Zoning Regulations
• Approval of minutes from June 30, 2021 meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes for non-agenda items

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a special use permit for a 100-foot lattice communications tower at 1007 West Amity, with stipulations including insurance, lighting, removal, and skirting. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council. The commission also approved a site plan for a generator at 320 Harvest Drive and discussed manufactured home requirements.

• Recommended approval of 100-foot lattice tower special use permit at 1007 West Amity (5-0)
• Approved site plan for generator system at 320 Harvest Drive (4-1)
• Directed staff to present manufactured home requirements at a future meeting

City Council

The City Council approved Ordinance 1140 to expand Sunday alcohol sales hours following state legislative changes. The Council also authorized moving utilities near Louisburg Ford to accommodate KDOT's K-68 widening project.

• Approval of Ordinance 1140 to change Sunday alcohol sales from noon to 9 a.m.
• Authorization to move utilities near Louisburg Ford for K-68 widening by Nov. 1
• Review of Master Trails Plan including 19 short-range projects like Amity buffered lanes
• Discussion regarding reserved parking requests for businesses on S. Broadway
• Discussion of nuisance property conditions at 128 S. Harvest Dr.

The Council voted 3-0 to authorize the City Administrator to request disbursement of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. It also voted 3-0 not to designate parking spots on Broadway, following a request from the Louisburg Library. A motion to accept the MARC option 3 for a salary survey passed 2-1, with Councilmember Cook voting no.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the July 6, 2021 minutes and bills list, 3-0.
• Voted 3-0 not to designate parking on Broadway.
• Authorized the City Administrator to request ARPA funding disbursement, 3-0.
• Approved the MARC option 3 salary survey, 2-1.
• Approved the replat of Vintage Park (298 & 299 Howard Street), 3-0.
• Held a 10-minute executive session on a non-elected personnel matter; no action was taken afterward.

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will discuss a request to host a drone-flying event at Lewis-Young Park, consider dredging City Lake, and review a proposal to install tree identification signs along the Lake trail. They will also receive updates on the 2021 Fishing Derby and individual park areas. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Discussion of drone event request by Brandon Gilbert for August 7, 2021, at Lewis-Young Park
• Discussion on dredging City Lake
• Discussion on tree identification plaques in city parks, with signs costing $6 each and hardware $1.50
• Final report on 2021 Fishing Derby
• Updates from board members on park areas

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board approved a request from Brandon Gilbert to hold a drone flying event at Lewis-Young Park on Saturday, Aug. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The board discussed lake dredging but took no action, with members expressing concerns about cost and necessity. The board also discussed placing tree identification markers around City Lake, a City Council request, and agreed it would be a good service.

• Approved 4-0 a motion to allow Brandon Gilbert to use Lewis-Young Park for a drone flying event on Saturday, Aug. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Approved 4-0 the meeting agenda.
• Approved 4-0 the minutes of the June 14, 2021, meeting.
• Discussed lake dredging at City Lake but took no action.
• Discussed placing tree identification markers around City Lake but took no action.
• Approved 4-0 a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:28 p.m.

City Council

The Louisburg City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing to close out a $132,000 CDBG small business grant. The council will also continue its master planning review, discuss downtown parking, and consider expanding CMB and alcoholic liquor sales hours, among other administrative reports.

• Public hearing to close out CDBG-CV grant (Grant No. 20-CV-040, $132,000)
• Continued master planning review (Community Services & Quality of Life section)
• Downtown parking consideration
• Expanded CMB and alcoholic liquor sales hours discussion
• KDOT utility agreements

The City Council approved Ordinance 1140, amending city code to allow cereal malt beverage and alcoholic liquor sales to begin at 9 a.m. on Sundays, in line with state legislation (HB 2137). The motion carried 5-0. The council also authorized moving utilities out of the right-of-way near Louisburg Ford for the K-68 widening project, with KDOT sharing costs, and approved the consent agenda including the bills list and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved consent agenda including bills list and June 21, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1140 expanding Sunday alcohol sales hours to 9 a.m. (5-0)
• Authorized utility relocation for K-68 widening near Louisburg Ford (5-0)
• Tabled downtown parking consideration for a future meeting
• Discussed master planning items including dog park grant and sledding hill location

Planning Commission

The Louisburg Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the Vintage Park Replat at 298 & 299 Howard Street, followed by the annual review of the 'Bright Future' Comprehensive Plan and a discussion on solar panel restrictions in zoning regulations.

• Public hearing: 21003-SUB Vintage Park Replat – 298 & 299 Howard Street
• Annual review of Chapter Two, 'Bright Future' Comprehensive Plan (dated 12/4/17)
• Discussion on solar panel restrictions per Zoning Regulations Section 622
• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2021 meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes for non-agenda items

The Planning Commission approved the Vintage Park Replat for 298 & 299 Howard Street, which includes vacating a street right-of-way and adding a 50-foot cul-de-sac. They also voted to amend the Solar Panel System Design Standards to allow roof-mounted panels on the side and front of residential homes and to permit solar panel light poles on commercial properties. The commission decided not to initiate any changes to the 'Bright Future' Comprehensive Plan. No public comments were made during the meeting.

• Approved Vintage Park Replat for 298 & 299 Howard Street (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Solar Panel System Design Standards allowing roof-mounted panels on side/front of homes and solar panel light poles on commercial properties (6-0)
• Decided not to initiate changes to 'Bright Future' Comprehensive Plan
• Adopted meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 28, 2021 meeting (5-0-1, Rick Phillips abstained)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 21, 2021, with a consent agenda, scheduled visitors, and several administrative items. Key discussions include a continued master planning review, a minimum housing code violation hearing for 302 South Elm Street, downtown parking considerations, a Kubota RTV purchase, and the 2022 budget revenue neutral rate. The meeting also includes a request for an executive session regarding non-elected personnel.

• Public hearing on minimum housing code violation at 302 South Elm Street
• Discussion on downtown parking considerations
• Consideration of Kubota RTV purchase for Lewis-Young Park
• 2022 budget – revenue neutral rate discussion
• Rural Opportunity Zone participation and policy for honoring contributions

The Council approved Resolution 6-21-2021 allowing alcohol sales and consumption during the Chamber's Cider Run on Oct. 2. It also directed staff to notify the County Clerk of intent to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2022 budget, and approved trading a 1982 Ford tractor for a Kubota RTV. The minimum housing code violation at 302 South Elm Street was delayed until the second meeting in September.

• Approved Resolution 6-21-2021 for alcohol sales at the Cider Run on Oct. 2
• Directed staff to notify the County Clerk of intent to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2022 budget
• Approved trading the 1982 Ford 5610 tractor for a Kubota RTV from Ottawa Kan Equip (4-1, Cook voting no)
• Delayed the minimum housing code violation hearing for 302 South Elm Street until the second meeting in September
• Approved the consent agenda including the June 7, 2021 minutes and bills list
• Held a 15-minute executive session to discuss job applicants

Park & Tree Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the May 10, 2021 minutes, both by 4-0 votes. They discussed the upcoming 2021 Fishing Derby scheduled for June 19, 2021, and agreed to conduct a playground equipment safety inspection at City Park after the meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved May 10, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Agreed to perform playground equipment safety inspection at City Park after meeting

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 7, 2021, with a consent agenda, public comments, and reports from departments, the city attorney, mayor, and administrator. Key discussion items include continued master planning, potential uses of ARPA funds, and the fire chief's truck. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major votes scheduled.

• Continued master planning review
• Discussion of ARPA funding potential uses
• Fire Chief truck item
• Council projects for 2022 and future years
• Recognition of scheduled visitor (CMB Casey's General Store opening in October)

The Council approved purchasing a 2021 Tahoe special support vehicle for the Fire Chief, with the current chief truck to replace the out-of-service brush rig. The motion passed 4-0. Other actions included approving the consent agenda, donating a pool pass to Freedom Fest, and authorizing the mayor to sign a cereal malt beverage license for Casey's General Store.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills list (3-0)
• Donated a 4-person family pool pass to Freedom Fest (3-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign CMB license for Casey's General Store (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 2021 Tahoe for fire chief with specialty equipment (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Louisburg Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting with mostly procedural items: call to order, pledge, roll call, agenda adoption, minutes approval, and public comments. The only substantive items are officer elections and a training session on evaluating property integrity, based on the National Register Bulletin. No public hearings or action items are listed.

• Officer elections for the commission
• Training topic: Evaluating Integrity (National Register Bulletin)

Fox Hall & Cemetery Board

The Fox Hall/Cemetery Board is meeting to approve minutes, review Fox Hall finances and rentals, and discuss old business including a display case on hold. The board will also receive a cemetery update. The agenda includes the board's revised Cemetery Rules and Regulations, which cover payment, markers, and maintenance.

• Approve minutes of March 29, 2021 meeting
• Fox Hall financial update
• Report on upcoming Fox Hall rentals
• Display case on hold pending Historic Preservation Commission
• Revised Cemetery Rules and Regulations

The Fox Hall/Cemetery Board approved the minutes from the March 29, 2021 meeting. The treasurer's report showed a three-month net profit of $85.95, and the board discussed upcoming rentals, a display case proposal, and cemetery updates. No new business was considered.

• Approved minutes from March 29, 2021 meeting
• Noted three-month net profit of $85.95
• Discussed display case proposal for Historic Preservation Commission
• Reviewed cemetery spreadsheet and map for city website

Planning Commission

The Louisburg Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to review the annual update of the 'Bright Future' Comprehensive Plan and discuss potential restrictions on solar panels under zoning regulations. No public hearings are scheduled, and the agenda includes routine items like roll call, agenda adoption, and approval of previous minutes.

• Annual review of Chapter 2 of the 'Bright Future' Comprehensive Plan (dated 12/4/17)
• Discussion on solar panel restrictions per Zoning Regulations Section 622
• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2021 meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes for non-agenda items

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 17, 2021, with a consent agenda, scheduled visitors, and several administrative reports. Key items include continued discussion of master planning, incentives for the Wea Creek Apartments, a burn site review, and special use permits for storage and warehousing at 104 and 110 W. Amity. The council will also consider a dog park grant opportunity, a lot split near Rockville Road and West 271st, and an executive session on property acquisition.

• Special use permits for storage and warehousing at 104 W. Amity and 110 W. Amity
• Incentives discussion for Wea Creek Apartments
• Burn site review
• Lot split for property near Northwest Corner of Rockville Road and West 271st
• Dog park grant opportunity

The Council voted 4-0 to have staff research incentives and retain bond counsel for the proposed 36-unit Wea Creek Apartments, including a possible 10-year tax abatement. The Council also voted 5-0 to ban commercial dumping at the city burn site and focus on enforcement, while continuing to accept leaves. Two special use permits for properties on W. Amity were approved, and the Council authorized replacing swings at Lewis-Young Park and pursuing a dog park grant.

• Approved motion to research incentives and retain bond counsel for Wea Creek Apartments (4-0)
• Approved ban on commercial dumping at burn site, focus on enforcement (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit (Ordinance 1148) for 104 W. Amity (4-1, Harris opposed)
• Approved Special Use Permit (Ordinance 1149) for 110 W. Amity (4-1, Harris opposed)
• Approved replacement swings at Lewis-Young Park, $5,200 from AB Creative (5-0)
• Approved lot split at Rockville Road and W. 271st (5-0)
• Approved pursuing dog park grant (5-0)
• Approved pursuing paperless council meetings (4-1, Cook opposed)

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will meet to discuss several park-related items, including the 2021 Fishing Derby, the 4th of July celebration, a potential dog park, and water quality at City Lake. They will also review a Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism report on City Lake fisheries and consider replacing a swing set at L/Y Park.

• 2021 Fishing Derby proposed for June 19, 2021
• Discussion with Drew Siebert on potential dog park
• Review of KDWP 2020 Progress and Management Report for City Lake
• Discussion on water quality at City Lake
• Discussion on replacement of swing set at L/Y Park

The Louisburg Park and Tree Board approved the purchase of an AB Creative swing set for L/Y Park, forwarding the recommendation to the City Council. The board also discussed a potential dog park, the 2021 Fishing Derby, and the 4th of July celebration, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved purchase of AB Creative swing set for L/Y Park (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 12, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Louisburg Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and potentially adopt revised bylaws, a suggested code update (17-401), and a training topic on identifying significance. The agenda includes public comments, old business, and new business items, but no public hearings are scheduled.

• Bylaw revisions to be considered
• Suggested code update: 17-401
• Training topic: Identifying Significance
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold a public hearing to amend the 2021 budget for the Gas Operating Fund, adding $3,639,994 in revenue and expenditures to cover costs from the February cold snap. The council will also discuss master planning, a housing code violation, fireworks, aquatic center opening, and a final plat for Wea Creek Apartments.

• Budget hearing for Gas Operating Fund amendment of $3,639,994
• Master Planning Review Continued
• Minimum Housing Code Violation – 302 South Elm Street
• Final Plat of Wea Creek Apartments of Summerfield Village Phase II
• Meeting Livestream Needs

The Louisburg City Council approved an amended 2021 budget, purchased an electronic fireworks firing system, and set the 2021 aquatic center operating rules. They also moved forward with a code violation hearing for a property at 302 South Elm St. and accepted the final plat for Wea Creek Apartments Phase II.

• Adopted amended 2021 budget (4-0)
• Approved purchase of electronic fireworks firing system (4-0)
• Approved splitting fireworks cost with Freedom Fest committee (4-0)
• Approved 2021 aquatic center operations as presented (5-0)
• Accepted final plat of Wea Creek Apartments Phase II (5-0)
• Approved purchase of livestreaming equipment (5-0)
• Moved forward with code violation hearing for 302 South Elm St. (3-1)

Planning Commission

The Louisburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the Wea Creek Phase II subdivision preliminary and final plats, which propose 36 residential units, and on two special use permits for storage and warehousing at 104 and 110 West Amity. They will also discuss a site plan for a storm shelter addition at Louisburg Middle School and a lot split of 53.67 acres near Rockville Road and West 271st. The meeting includes routine items like roll call, agenda adoption, and minutes approval.

• Wea Creek Phase II preliminary plat and final plat for 36 residential units with $7,200 parkland fee
• Special use permit for storage and warehousing at 104 West Amity
• Special use permit for storage and warehousing at 110 West Amity
• Site plan for Louisburg Middle School storm shelter addition and parking lot reconfiguration at 505 East Amity
• Lot split of 53.67 acres into two tracts (35 and 18.67 acres) near Rockville Road and West 271st

The Louisburg Planning Commission recommended approval of the Wea Creek Phase II Subdivision preliminary site plan and final plat, which includes a community building and 36 multi-family residential units. The recommendation includes 17 stipulations covering construction, stormwater management, and fees. The commission also recommended approval of two special use permits for storage and warehousing at 104 and 110 West Amity, and approved a site plan for a storm shelter addition at Louisburg Middle School.

• Recommended approval of Wea Creek Phase II preliminary site plan (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Wea Creek Phase II final plat (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for storage at 104 West Amity (6-0-1, Bazin abstained)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for storage at 110 West Amity (6-0-1, Bazin abstained)
• Approved site plan for Louisburg Middle School storm shelter addition and parking lot reconfiguration (7-0)
• Approved lot split of 53.67-acre farmland into two tracts (7-0)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold a regular meeting via Zoom, primarily receiving reports from the city administrator. Key items for discussion include continued master planning review, publication of a budget amendment for a public hearing, consideration of asphalt for the wastewater treatment plant's north access road, a stormwater project update, and potential ballfield improvements at Lewis-Young Park. The council will also consider the 2021 concrete work program.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant – North Access Road Asphalt Consideration
• Stormwater Concern/Project Update
• Lewis-Young Park – Ballfields Consideration
• 2021 Concrete Work
• Budget Amendment Publication for Hearing

The City Council approved $86,712.66 to replace the fire department's outdated SCBA equipment, funded from the brush truck budget. They also approved a $51,319 change order for the wastewater treatment plant access road asphalt, approved publishing a budget amendment, and selected G-B Construction for concrete work. The meeting included discussions on a school 5K road closure, library water issues, and stormwater concerns.

• Approved $86,712.66 for Fire Department SCBA purchase (4-0)
• Approved $51,319 change order for wastewater treatment plant access road asphalt (4-1, Cook no)
• Approved publishing budget amendment in Miami County Republic (5-0)
• Approved G-B Construction for concrete work (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills list (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Arbor Day Proclamation (5-0)

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will discuss the planting of newly purchased trees in city parks, with delivery scheduled for April 13 and volunteer planting on April 17. The board will also conduct on-site safety inspections of playground equipment at one or more parks. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comments, with no other major decisions listed.

• Tree planting: Golden Raintree (1) in City Park, Tulip Poplar (1) at Little Round House in Ron Weers Park, Red Northern Oak (4) and Elm Frontier (3) in L/Y Park
• Playground equipment safety inspection at city parks
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes, informational only
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2021 meeting

The Louisburg Park and Tree Board approved the agenda and minutes, then discussed new tree plantings scheduled for April 17, 2021, with volunteers. No formal action was taken on the trees, but members agreed to assist with sorting and placement. The board also agreed to conduct a playground equipment safety inspection at L/Y Park after the meeting.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 8, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Agreed to meet at L/Y Park for playground equipment safety inspection after meeting
• Discussed tree planting; no formal action taken

City Council

The agenda contains only procedural items for the upcoming regular meeting. No specific ordinances, contracts, or project decisions are listed in the provided text.

The City Council met in special session to discuss the N. Third & N. Broadway stormwater project. Paul Rogers presented information on the stormwater issue. The City Attorney requested at least two months to gather the discussed information, and the City Administrator will keep Rogers and the Council informed. No formal decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Discussed the N. Third & N. Broadway stormwater project with Paul Rogers
• City Attorney requested at least two months to gather information
• City Administrator to keep Rogers and Council informed of new information
• Adjourned the meeting 4-0

Historic Preservation Commission

The Louisburg Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting with mostly procedural items. The main substantive item is a discussion of by-law revisions under old business. The commission will also set its agenda schedule and receive training on PSIQ submission.

• By-law revisions discussion
• Agenda schedule planning
• Training on PSIQ submission

City Council

The Council approved the 2020 audit, a 500-gallon propane tank for a resident, and Jason Burk to the Board of Zoning Appeals. It also approved Ordinance 1146 setting the excise tax at 1 cent per square foot, Ordinance 1147 with new natural gas rates (Scenario 3B), and awarded the 2021 asphalt contract to Advanced Asphalt for $231,083.46 and the crack seal contract to Wolverine Sealcoating at $1.13 per pound. No action was taken after the executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills list (4-0).
• Received and accepted the 2020 audit (4-0).
• Approved a 500-gallon propane tank for a resident (4-0).
• Appointed Jason Burk to the Board of Zoning Appeals (5-0).
• Approved Ordinance 1146 with excise tax at 1 cent per square foot (5-0).
• Approved Ordinance 1147 with natural gas rates using Scenario 3B (5-0).
• Awarded 2021 asphalt bid to Advanced Asphalt for $231,083.46 (4-1).
• Awarded 2021 crack seal bid to Wolverine Sealcoating at $1.13 per pound (5-0).

Planning Commission

The Louisburg Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings. New business includes a boundary line adjustment for three lots on Danford Drive, election of officers, and a discussion with Aimee Gray about allowing boarding and lodging homes as a permitted use in C-3 General Business Districts. Old business includes continued discussion on solar panel restrictions, referencing Section 622 of the Zoning Regulations.

• Boundary line adjustment for Lots 129, 130 & 131, Lake Subdivision Phase III, on Danford Drive
• Annual election of Planning Commission Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Discussion on adding 'Boarding and lodging homes' as a permitted use in C-3 districts
• Discussion on solar panel restrictions per Section 622 'Solar Panel System Design Standards'

The Planning Commission accepted a boundary line adjustment for Lots 129, 130, and 131 in Lake Subdivision Phase III on Danford Drive without objection. The commission also re-elected Andy Sauber as Chairperson, Lee Baer as Vice-Chairperson, and George Bazin as Secretary. A request to consider allowing boarding and lodging homes in C-3 districts was rescinded by the applicant. The commission discussed potentially revising solar panel design standards and asked staff to research requirements in Overland Park and Leawood.

• Approved the agenda (5-0).
• Approved the minutes from the January 27, 2021 meeting (5-0).
• Accepted Boundary Line Adjustment 21001-BLA for Lake Subdivision Phase III Lots 129, 130, and 131 without objection.
• Elected Andy Sauber as Chairperson, Lee Baer as Vice-Chairperson, and George Bazin as Secretary (5-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:52 p.m. (5-0).

Fox Hall & Cemetery Board

The Fox Hall/Cemetery Board will meet to approve prior minutes, review finances and rental forecasts, and continue discussions on reservation time limits, a display case, and utility usage. New business includes considering a rental discount for the Louisburg Library, discussing security deposits for damages or cleaning issues, and building security during rentals.

• Consider discount for Louisburg Library rentals on June 26, July 27, Oct. 23
• Discussion on holding security deposit for damage, cleaning, trash removal
• Continue discussion on time limit for reserving the Hall
• Update on thermostat under other business

The Fox Hall/Cemetery Board approved a reduced rental rate of $20 per hour or $60 per day for Mondays and Tuesdays. The board also decided to work with the Historic Preservation Commission to request City Council funds for a display case, and to keep the current reservation time limit policy unchanged. Teresa Vickrey will begin withholding security deposits for damages or cleaning, and will remind renters of liability for damage during extended unlock periods.

• Approved reduced rental rate of $20/hour or $60/day for Mondays and Tuesdays (motion by Debbie, second by Mis, passed)
• Decided to keep current reservation time limit policy as is
• Motioned to ask City Council for funds to purchase a display case (motion by George Karnaze)
• Approved minutes from October 26, 2020 meeting (motion by Mis, second by Debbie, passed)
• Decided Teresa will withhold security deposits for damages/cleaning and add funds to Fox Hall account
• Decided Teresa will remind renters about cleaning and liability for damage during extended unlock periods

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing a stormwater complaint at 300 N. 3rd St., continuing discussions on the master plan and excise tax, and considering the sale of city-owned property. The council will also review updates on 2021 concrete improvements and hear a request from the Band Garage Sale.

• Stormwater issue at 300 N. 3rd St. (scheduled visitor)
• Excise tax consideration continued (possible rate reduction)
• City-owned property sale consideration
• 2021 concrete improvements update
• Master planning review continued

The Louisburg City Council voted 4-1 to reduce the city's excise tax to $0.01 per square foot, with a new ordinance to be drafted. They also approved hiring two full-time police officers, John Hamamy and Darrin Kremer, and accepted concrete bids for street and sidewalk work. The council agreed to obtain appraisals for potential sale of city-owned properties, and appointed Scott Margrave to fill a Ward 1 council vacancy.

• Approved reducing excise tax to $0.01 per square foot (4-1, Harris no)
• Hired John Hamamy as full-time police officer (4-0)
• Hired Darrin Kremer as full-time police officer (4-0)
• Appointed Scott Margrave to Ward 1 council seat (4-0)
• Accepted concrete bids for curbs, sidewalk, and slab work (4-1, Cook no)
• Agreed to obtain appraisals for potential sale of city-owned properties
• Approved 2 family pool passes for band garage sale (4-0)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance authorizing a loan of up to $2,639,994 from the Kansas State Treasurer under the City Utility Low-Interest Loan Program. The loan would cover extraordinary natural gas costs from the February 2021 winter weather event, with repayment over up to 10 years and a dedicated revenue source from the city's natural gas utility rates.

• Ordinance No. 1145 authorizing loan agreement with State of Kansas for up to $2,639,994
• Loan interest rate set at 2% below market, minimum 0.25%
• Repayment term up to 10 years with bi-annual payments
• Dedicated revenue source established from natural gas utility rates and fees
• Federal or settlement funds related to winter storm to be used for loan repayment

The City Council held a special meeting via Zoom and voted 4-0 to adopt Ordinance 1145, authorizing the city to apply for the City Utility Low-Interest Loan Program from the State of Kansas. The loan would finance extraordinary natural gas costs incurred during the February 2021 extreme weather event. No other business was conducted.

• Adopted Ordinance 1145, authorizing application for the State of Kansas City Utility Low-Interest Loan Program to finance February 2021 natural gas costs (motion by Steve Town, second by Kevin Vohs; carried 4-0).

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold a special call meeting via Zoom to discuss the City Utilities Low-Income Loan Fund Application. The council will also address a 2021 Budget Amendment.

• City Utilities Low-Income Loan Fund Application
• 2021 Budget Amendment

The Louisburg City Council held a special meeting via Zoom and unanimously approved a resolution to apply for a state low-interest loan of $2,639,994 to cover extraordinary natural gas costs from the February 2021 extreme weather event. The council also approved a budget amendment for publication and a resolution to return $1,000,000 from the Natural Gas Capital Improvement Fund to the Natural Gas Fund. All motions passed 4-0.

• Adopted Resolution 03-10-2021A authorizing application for $2,639,994 state low-interest loan for natural gas costs (4-0)
• Approved 2021 budget amendment for publication (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 03-10-2021B returning $1,000,000 from Natural Gas Capital Improvement Fund to Natural Gas Fund (4-0)

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will meet to elect officers and discuss several park improvements, including a possible rodeo at Lewis-Young Park, adding parent/tot and wheelchair-accessible swings (costing $7,535-$8,505), and a potential skate park. They will also review tree planting locations and playground inspection procedures. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Possible rodeo at Lewis-Young Park by Jake McKellips
• Adding Konnection and Freedom swings for $7,535-$8,505
• Discussion of tree planting on city-owned property
• Skate park consideration with cost examples from other cities
• Election of officers and appointment to park areas

The Park & Tree Board voted to pursue a sanctioned rodeo at Lewis-Young Park on July 1-2, 2022, with final approval required from the City Council. The board also approved purchasing trees, including a tulip and golden rain tree, and accepted donations for a future skate park. Officers were re-elected, and areas of responsibility were kept the same.

• Approved the agenda and the Feb. 8, 2021, minutes (both 6-0).
• Re-elected Bob Bazin as chairperson and Wayne Knop as secretary (6-0).
• Kept areas of responsibility unchanged (6-0).
• Approved pursuing a rodeo at Lewis-Young Park on July 1-2, 2022, subject to City Council approval (6-0).
• Approved purchasing a tulip tree, golden rain tree, and other trees to meet the desired budget (5-0).
• Approved accepting any donations toward construction of a skate park (6-0).
• Tabled a decision on new swings until after playground inspections are completed.
• Moved to pursue purchasing five sets of disc golf discs for library checkout (no vote recorded).

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will meet via Zoom to consider several administrative items, including a wastewater treatment plant change order, a police vehicle purchase, and continued master planning review. They will also discuss a declaration of financial emergency, excise tax consideration, and a special event application from The Porch Community Church. The agenda includes routine consent items and reports from departments and officials.

• Approve Change Order No. 3 for the wastewater treatment plant, extending substantial completion to April 7, 2021
• Authorize purchase of a 2021 Ford Police Interceptor SUV for $34,067 from Louisburg Ford
• Discuss declaration of financial emergency
• Consider excise tax (Chad Rowe)
• Review 2021 asphalt, concrete improvements and crack seal projects

The Council declared a financial emergency (Resolution 03-01-2021) due to February natural gas costs estimated at $3.8 million, with potential additional penalties. It also approved a no-cost change order for Micro-Comm to redesign the wastewater treatment plant's communication system using a VHF radio model. The Council denied The Porch Church's Easter egg drop event application, tabled the wastewater treatment plant access road construction (approving only weather days), and directed staff to bring back an ordinance reducing the excise tax rate.

• Approved consent agenda including February 16, 2021 minutes (4-0).
• Donated two family pool passes to the PTO (4-0).
• Approved purchase of a 2021 Ford Police Interceptor from Louisburg Ford for $36,651.00 (5-0).
• Removed Pat McQueen from First Option Bank accounts (5-0).
• Added Kelly Bond to First Option Bank accounts and signature card (5-0).
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for weather days but tabled the WWTP access road construction (5-0).
• Approved Micro-Comm to pursue a no-cost change order for a VHF radio system (5-0).
• Declared a financial emergency via Resolution 03-01-2021 (5-0).

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 16, 2021, with a consent agenda, a scheduled visitor from the library, and reports from departments. Key items include continued master planning review, aquatic center management bids, 2021 asphalt and concrete improvements, public works truck replacements, and field fees. The council will also consider 2021 appointments and a street survey.

• Aquatic center management bids to be reviewed
• 2021 asphalt, concrete improvements and crack seal project
• Public works truck replacements (F250 and F150)
• Lewis-Young field fees discussion
• Street survey and salary survey updates

The Council voted 5-0 to keep the Louisburg aquatic center under city management rather than contracting with an outside firm, and named Rusty Whitham as the main point of contact for pool staff. It also approved the 2021 truck purchases, a new fee schedule for Lewis-Young Park fields, and the mayor's appointments to boards and commissions. A street survey was tabled to the next meeting, and no action was taken on a salary survey.

• Approved consent agenda including Feb. 1 minutes and bills list (5-0)
• Accepted mayor's appointments to boards and commissions (5-0)
• Named Councilmember Town as mayor pro tem (4-0-1, Town abstained)
• Approved keeping aquatic center under city control (5-0)
• Named Rusty Whitham as main point of contact for pool (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2021 F150 trucks totaling $65,937 (5-0)
• Approved new Lewis-Young Park field fee schedule (5-0)
• Tabled street survey to next meeting

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will discuss the procurement of trees for the 2021 planting season, the annual volunteer park clean-up, and the location of a future Gaga Pit. They will also continue discussions on a fee increase for athletic field usage, with a draft fee schedule provided by city staff. The meeting includes routine items like agenda adoption, minutes approval, and public comments.

• Discussion on tree type and location for 2021 planting (7-8 trees annually)
• Annual park clean-up by volunteers each Spring
• Location selection for a Gaga Pit (Eagle Project by Andrew Brown)
• Continued discussion on athletic field usage fee increase with draft schedule
• Individual area updates from board members and city staff

The Park & Tree Board approved a new athletic field usage fee schedule, creating a discounted category for Louisburg Recreation Commission and USD416 functions. The board also approved placing a Gaga Pit north of the concession stand at L/Y Park with a sand foundation. Tree planting plans were tabled until the March meeting.

• Approved new athletic field fee schedule with three categories (5-0)
• Approved Gaga Pit location north of concession stand at L/Y Park with sand foundation (5-0)
• Tabled tree procurement discussion until March 8, 2021 meeting
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 11, 2021 minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will consider several administrative items, including a continued review of the city's master plan, a funding request from the Chamber of Commerce, bids for aquatic center management, a GAAP waiver, 2021 asphalt and concrete improvements, and the purchase of work trucks. The meeting will also include routine consent agenda items and public comments.

• Master Planning Review Continued
• Chamber of Commerce Request for Funding
• Aquatic Center Management Bids
• 2021 Asphalt, Concrete Improvements and Crack Seal
• F250 and F150 Work Trucks

Planning Commission

The Louisburg Planning Commission held a discussion-only meeting on January 27, 2021, with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed a proposed lot merger and single-family home construction on Howard Street, and a potential amendment to solar panel restrictions. Both items were tabled for future consideration, with the solar panel discussion added to the February 24, 2021 agenda.

• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved December 16, 2020 minutes (6-0-1, Les Page abstained)
• Discussed Howard Street lot merger and home construction, no formal vote
• Discussed solar panel restrictions, no formal vote, added to February 24 agenda
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will consider a contract amendment for engineering services on the wastewater treatment plant project, following legal review and prior discussion. They will also discuss personnel pay considerations, including a possible 3% merit increase and 1% cost-of-living adjustment, and review master planning items. The agenda includes consent items, department reports, and an executive session for non-elected personnel.

• Wastewater treatment plant engineering contract amendment (Lamp Rynearson)
• Personnel pay: 3% merit and 1% COLA consideration
• Master planning review continued (downtown identity, water tower)
• Housing incentive options discussion
• Fire department part-time staffing request

The Council appointed Jared Anderson as City Attorney with a 4-1 vote, after tabling the appointment earlier. They also approved a $57,000 change order for wastewater treatment plant engineering services, a 1% COLA and up to 3% performance pay for staff, and two part-time firefighter positions. The Council discussed housing incentives and master planning items but took no formal action on those.

• Appointed Jared Anderson as City Attorney (4-1, Smith no)
• Approved change order not to exceed $57,000 for wastewater treatment plant engineering (5-0)
• Approved 1% COLA and up to 3% performance pay for staff (4-1, Cook no)
• Approved adding two part-time firefighter positions (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills list (5-0)
• Held 10-minute executive session for non-elected personnel; no action taken

Park & Tree Board

The Louisburg Park & Tree Board will discuss an Eagle Scout project to build a gaga pit at L/Y Park, procurement of picnic tables, and a proposed fee increase for out-of-town teams using ballfields. The board will also hear reports from members and city staff.

• Discussion with Andrew Brown on constructing a Gaga Pit at L/Y Park
• Discussion with city staff on procuring picnic tables
• Proposed fee increase for out-of-town ballfield teams (from $30 to $40 per hour)
• Waste tire grant for 8 picnic tables at Lewis-Young Park (cost $7,162, after reimbursement $3,581)
• Approval of December 14, 2020 minutes

City Council

The Louisburg City Council is holding a special call meeting solely to administer the oath of office to Steve Town and Kevin Vohs. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Oath of office for Steve Town
• Oath of office for Kevin Vohs

The Louisburg City Council held a brief special meeting to administer the oath of office to re-elected Councilmember Steve Town and newly elected Councilmember Kevin Vohs. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately afterward.

• Administered oath of office to Councilmember Steve Town and Councilmember Kevin Vohs
• Adjourned special meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Louisburg City Council will approve $253,937.12 in bills, including $169,962.50 for Lewis-Young Park field lighting. The Administrator will request an engineering change order for the Wastewater Treatment Plant and discuss a KDHE recycled tire grant application. The meeting also includes a code violation hearing for a property at 804 S. 10th St. and a review of master planning projects for downtown public spaces.

• Approval of $253,937.12 in bills, including $169,962.50 for Lewis-Young Park field lighting
• Wastewater Treatment Plant engineering change order for services beyond contract time
• Code violation hearing for Robert Tooley at 804 S. 10th St. regarding inoperable vehicles and outdoor storage
• Authorization for KDHE Recycled Tire Grant Application
• Master Planning Review for downtown public spaces, including a potential Farmers Market pavilion