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Bel AireKS averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$213,500 Typical home value $284,024 +1.2% yr/yr · +24% 5-yr
Municipal budget
Total revenue$19.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$19.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$6.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$51.0M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,244 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025146 housing units ($32.3M)
Upcoming
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Tree Board Meeting
Bel Aire Tree Board to meet August 24, 2026
The Tree Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting. The provided agenda contains only procedural notice and no specific discussion items.
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MEETING NOTICE
TREE BOARD MEETING
City Hall – Senior Center
August 24, 2026 6:00 PM
I. NOTICE: Tree Board's regularly scheduled meeting is at 6:00 pm on the 4th Monday of the month
in the Senior Center at City Hall (7651 E Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, Kansas). Tree Board will
meet at the date, time, and place listed above. The meeting is open to the public.
II. https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.comAGENDA: Agendas will be published at as they are
received (usually 1-2 days before meeting). To view the agenda, please click on the red PDF icon
beside the meeting date at https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.com/
https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.com
Thu Aug 27, 2026
Chisholm Creek Utility Authority
City officials to attend Chisholm Creek Utility Authority meeting with no binding actions
The Chisholm Creek Utility Authority (CCUA) will hold its regular meeting on August 27, 2026, with members of the Bel Aire governing body in attendance. No binding decisions will be made on city business during this meeting. The public is invited to observe.
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MEETING NOTICE
Chisholm Creek Utility Authority
COUNCILMEMBERS TO ATTEND
7651 E Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
August 27, 2026 4:30 PM
I. City of Bel Aire governing body members will attend a meeting of the Chisholm Creek
Utility Authority (CCUA) at the date, time, and place listed above. City business may be
discussed. No binding action will be taken on City business. The meeting is open to the
public.
The Chisholm Creek Utility Authority (CCUA) meets on the fourth Thursday of each month,
with some exceptions for holidays.
Contact: For CCUA information such as Minutes and Agendas, please call CCUA Utility
Manager Anthony Kientz at 316-838-4748.
Tue Sep 1, 2026
City Council Meeting
Tue Sep 8, 2026
City Council Workshop
Wed Sep 9, 2026
Utility Advisory Committee
Utility Advisory Committee to meet Sept. 9 in Bel Aire
The Utility Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting on September 9, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in the Senior Center at City Hall. The agenda contains only procedural items: a meeting notice and instructions for viewing agendas online. No specific utility decisions or discussions are listed.
- Regular monthly meeting of the Utility Advisory Committee
- Meeting open to the public
- Agendas published online 1-3 days before meeting
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UTILITY ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
September 09, 2026 3:00 PM
1.
NOTICE: The Utility Advisory Committee regularly meets on the second Wednesday of the
month at 3:00 p.m. in the Senior Center at City Hall, (7651 E Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, Kansas).
The Committee will meet at the date, time, and place listed above. The meeting is open to the
public.
2.
https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.comAGENDA - Agendas will be published at as they are
received, usually 1-3 days before meeting. Agendas can be viewed by clicking on the red PDF
icon next to the meeting date at https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.com/
https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.com
Thu Sep 10, 2026
Planning Commission
Tue Sep 15, 2026
City Council Meeting
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 18, 2026
City Council Meeting
Council to consider $673K appropriations ordinance and traffic study
The Bel Aire City Council will consider approving Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-15 in the amount of $673,121.94. They will also hear a traffic study analysis for the intersections at 53rd & Oliver and 53rd & Webb, and discuss future items including court and code enforcement, short-term rentals, and the 2027 budget. The consent agenda includes approval of the August 4, 2026 meeting minutes and receiving Change Order No. 5 for the 2026 Street Maintenance & Repairs Project with Kansas Paving.
- Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-15 for $673,121.94
- Traffic study analysis at 53rd & Oliver and 53rd & Webb
- Change Order No. 5 for 2026 Street Maintenance & Repairs Project with Kansas Paving
- Discussion on short-term rental draft document
- Discussion on court and code enforcement
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
August 18, 2026 7:00 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Jim Benage
II.
ROLL CALL
Greg Davied Tyler Dehn Emily Hamburg
Brandon McIntosh Mike Proctor
III.
OPENING PRAYER:
IV.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
V.
DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS
VI.
CONSENT AGENDA
A.
Approval of Minutes of the August 4, 2026 City Council meeting.
B.
Receive, for information only, Change Order No. 5, for the 2026 Street Maintenance
& Repairs Project with Kansas Paving.
Action: Motion to (approve / table / deny) the Consent Agenda as (listed / amended) and
authorize the Mayor to sign.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote _______
VII.
DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A.
Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-15 in the amount of $673,121.94.
Action: Motion to (approve / deny / table) Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-15.
Motion ________ Second ________ Vote ________
VIII. CITY REQUESTED APPEARANCES
A.
Traffic Study Analysis - 53rd & Oliver and 53rd & Webb (Tim Aziere from PEC)
IX.
CITIZEN CONCERNS: If you wish to speak, please fill out a "Request to Speak" card at the
podium and give it to the City Clerk before the meeting begins. When you are called on by the
Mayor, please go to the podium, speak into the microphone, and state your name and address
before giving your comments. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes in the interest of time. If
more time is needed, you …
Thu Aug 13, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals (immediately following Planning Commission)
Bel Aire zoning board meets with no business on agenda
The Bel Aire Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting on August 13, 2026, but has no zoning appeals or other business to decide. The board will approve minutes from the previous meeting, discuss updates to its bylaws, and set the next meeting date for September 10, 2026.
- Approval of minutes from July 9, 2026 meeting
- Review and update of BZA Bylaws
- No Board of Zoning Appeals Business
- Next meeting set for September 10, 2026
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AGENDA
BOARD OF ZONING
APPEALS
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
August 13, 2026
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
Phillip Jordan Dee Roths Deryk Faber Paul Matzek
Brian Mackey_____ John Sutherland_____ Kent Koehler _______
III. IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting.
Action: Motion to approve the minutes of July 9, 2026
V. Announcements:
A. Review and provide changes/updates to the BZA Bylaws to the Secretary
VI. Board of Zoning Appeals Business
A. No Board of Zoning Appeals Business
VII. Approval of the Next Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Date.
Action: Motion to approve the date of the next meeting: September 10, 2026, following the
Planning Commission Meeting.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote ________
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VIII. Current Events
A. Upcoming Agenda Items:
1. No known agenda items
IX. Adjournment
Action: Motion to adjourn.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote ________
Thu Aug 13, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to decide Casey's PUD preliminary plat in Cedar Pass Addition
The Bel Aire Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the preliminary plat for Casey's Planned Unit Development (PUD-26-03) in Cedar Pass Addition. The commission will also discuss, without action, a City of Goddard resolution on duplexes and twin homes, and an overview of draft short-term rental regulations. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the next meeting date.
- PUD-26-03 Casey's in Cedar Pass Addition preliminary plat public hearing and vote
- Discussion of City of Goddard resolution on duplexes and twin homes
- Overview of draft short-term rental regulations
- Approval of minutes from July 9, 2026
- Next meeting set for September 10 at 6:30 p.m.
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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
August 13, 2026 6:30 PM
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
Phillip Jordan ____ Deryk Faber ____ Brian Mackey ____ Paul Matzek ____
Dee Roths ____ Brian Stuart ____
III. Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag
IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
Action: Motion to approve the minutes of July 9, 2026.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
V. Announcements
A. There will be a Board of Zoning Appeals meeting following the adjournment of the Planning
Commission meeting.
B. Zoning Code Updates- Workshop #2 will be on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in the
Community Room. All workshops will appear on the regularly scheduled City Council
Workshop dates- the second Tuesday of each month.
VI. Planning Commission Business
A. PUD-26-03- Casey’s in Cedar Pass Addition Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Preliminary Plat.
Open Hearing
Close Hearing
Action: Motion to (approve / deny / table) the proposed PUD Preliminary Plat (as presented /
as amended by this Planning Commission).
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Motion________ Second _________ Vote_________
B. City of Goddard- Resolution for Duplexes and Twin Homes
Action: No action required; for discussion only.
C. Overview of Draft Short-Term Rental Regulations
Action: No action required; for discussion only.
VII. Approval of the Next Planning Commissi …
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Utility Advisory Committee
Utility Advisory Committee regular monthly meeting
The Utility Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting, open to the public. The agenda contains only procedural notices about the meeting time, location, and where to find agendas; no specific utility items are listed.
- Regular monthly meeting on second Wednesday at 3:00 PM
- Meeting location: Senior Center at City Hall, 7651 E Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
- Agendas published online 1-3 days before meeting
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UTILITY ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
August 12, 2026 3:00 PM
1.
NOTICE: The Utility Advisory Committee regularly meets on the second Wednesday of the
month at 3:00 p.m. in the Senior Center at City Hall, (7651 E Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, Kansas).
The Committee will meet at the date, time, and place listed above. The meeting is open to the
public.
2.
https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.comAGENDA - Agendas will be published at as they are
received, usually 1-3 days before meeting. Agendas can be viewed by clicking on the red PDF
icon next to the meeting date at https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.com/
https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.com
Tue Aug 11, 2026
City Council Workshop
Council workshop on zoning code updates and 2027 budget draft
The Bel Aire City Council is holding a workshop to discuss zoning code updates jointly with the Planning Commission, and to review the final draft of the 2027 budget for all funds. This is a discussion session, not a final decision meeting.
- Zoning code updates workshop #1 (joint with Planning Commission)
- Presentation of final draft of 2027 budget (all funds)
- City Manager's report for August 11, 2026 workshop
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
Video Available at belaireks.gov
August 11, 2026 7:00 PM
I. Zoning Code Updates- Workshop #1 (joint with Planning Commission)
II. Presentation of Final Draft of the 2027 Budget (All Funds)
A. City Manager's Report - August 11, 2026 workshop
Notice
It is possible that sometime between 6:30 and 7:00 PM immediately prior to this meeting, during breaks,
and directly after the meeting, a majority of the Governing Body may be present in the Council Chambers
or the lobby of City Hall. No one is excluded from these areas during these times. Video of this meeting
can be streamed on www.belaireks.gov and on YouTube. Please make sure all cell phones and other
electronics are turned off and put away.
Tue Aug 11, 2026
City Council Workshop
Tue Aug 4, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to vote on $813,859.54 budget and $29,500 construction oversight contract
The Bel Aire City Council will meet to approve a $813,859.54 appropriations ordinance and a $29,500 contract for additional construction observation services for Bel Aire Lakes Phase 2. The council will also receive a change order for $4,200 related to street maintenance and discuss future issues like the Capital Improvement Reserve Fund and 2027 water and sewer rates.
- Approve Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-14 for $813,859.54
- Approve Work Order No. 26-23 with PEC for $29,500 for Bel Aire Lakes Phase 2 construction oversight
- Receive Change Order No. 4 for $4,200 for 2026 Street Maintenance & Repairs Project with Kansas Paving
- Confirm Mayor's appointment of Kent Koehler to Planning Commission (term expires August 4, 2029)
- Discuss Capital Improvement Reserve Fund and 2027 Water and Sewer rates
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
August 04, 2026 7:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Jim Benage
II. ROLL CALL
Greg Davied Tyler Dehn Emily Hamburg
Brandon McIntosh Mike Proctor
III. OPENING PRAYER:
A. Mark Posson
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
V. DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS
VI. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of the July 21, 2026 City Council meeting.
B. Confirm the Mayor's appointment of Kent Koehler to the Planning Commission,
term expiring August 4, 2029.
C. Receive, for information only, Change Order No. 4 in the amount of $4,200.00, for the
2026 Street Maintenance & Repairs Project with Kansas Paving.
Action: Motion to (approve / table / deny) the Consent Agenda as (listed / amended) and
authorize the Mayor to sign.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote _______
VII. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A. Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-14 in the amount of $813,859.54.
Action: Motion to (approve / deny / table) Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-14.
Motion ________ Second ________ Vote ________
VIII. CITY REQUESTED APPEARANCES
IX. CITIZEN CONCERNS: If you wish to speak, please fill out a "Request to Speak" card at the
podium and give it to the City Clerk before the meeting begins. When you are called on by the
Mayor, please go to the podium, speak into the microphone, and state your name and address
before giving your comments. Please limit your comments to 3 m …
Mon Jul 27, 2026
Tree Board Meeting
Tree Board meeting notice; agenda not yet published
This is a procedural meeting notice for the Bel Aire Tree Board's regularly scheduled meeting. The actual agenda with items for discussion or decision has not been published and will be posted 1-2 days before the meeting. The meeting is open to the public.
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MEETING NOTICE
TREE BOARD MEETING
City Hall – Senior Center
July 27, 2026 6:00 PM
I. NOTICE: Tree Board's regularly scheduled meeting is at 6:00 pm on the 4th Monday of the month
in the Senior Center at City Hall (7651 E Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, Kansas). Tree Board will
meet at the date, time, and place listed above. The meeting is open to the public.
II. https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.comAGENDA: Agendas will be published at as they are
received (usually 1-2 days before meeting). To view the agenda, please click on the red PDF icon
beside the meeting date at https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.com/
https://belaire-ks.municodemeetings.com
Thu Jul 23, 2026
Chisholm Creek Utility Authority
CCUA meeting notice; no binding city actions
This is a meeting notice for the Chisholm Creek Utility Authority (CCUA). Bel Aire governing body members will attend, but no binding action on city business will be taken. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific decisions or discussions listed.
- Routine monthly meeting of the CCUA
- No rezonings, contracts, or public hearings listed
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MEETING NOTICE
Chisholm Creek Utility Authority
COUNCILMEMBERS TO ATTEND
7651 E Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
July 23, 2026 4:30 PM
I. City of Bel Aire governing body members will attend a meeting of the Chisholm Creek
Utility Authority (CCUA) at the date, time, and place listed above. City business may be
discussed. No binding action will be taken on City business. The meeting is open to the
public.
The Chisholm Creek Utility Authority (CCUA) meets on the fourth Thursday of each month,
with some exceptions for holidays.
Contact: For CCUA information such as Minutes and Agendas, please call CCUA Utility
Manager Anthony Kientz at 316-838-4748.
Tue Jul 21, 2026
City Council Meeting
Council to consider bids for Skyview at Webb infrastructure project
The City Council will review bids for water, sewer, and street improvements at Skyview at Webb, Phase 1. Members will also consider an appropriations ordinance and improvements to 45th Street.
- Bids for Skyview at Webb, Phase 1 infrastructure ranging from $1,163,439.80 to $1,676,760.00
- Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-13 in the amount of $244,490.96
- Resolution for 45th Street improvements and issuance of General Obligation Bonds
- Agreement for land acquisition services for 45th Street reconstruction from Oliver to Woodlawn Street
- Ordinance amending Chapter 17 of the City Code regarding Building Code provisions
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
July 21, 2026 7:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Jim Benage
II. ROLL CALL
Greg Davied Tyler Dehn Emily Hamburg
Brandon McIntosh Mike Proctor
III. OPENING PRAYER:
A. Father Andrew Labenz
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
V. DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS
VI. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of the July 7, 2026 City Council meeting.
B. Confirm the Mayor's reappointment of Bill Moss to Seat 5 on the Utility Advisory
Committee. The term will expire on August 1, 2029.
Action: Motion to (approve / table / deny) the Consent Agenda as (listed / amended) and
authorize the Mayor to sign.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote _______
VII. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A. Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-13 in the amount of $244,490.96.
Action: Motion to (approve / deny / table) Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-13.
Motion ________ Second ________ Vote ________
VIII. CITY REQUESTED APPEARANCES
IX. CITIZEN CONCERNS: If you wish to speak, please fill out a "Request to Speak" card at the
podium and give it to the City Clerk before the meeting begins. When you are called on by the
Mayor, please go to the podium, speak into the microphone, and state your name and address
before giving your comments. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes in the interest of time. If
more time is needed, you may request an extension from the Mayor.
X. REPORTS
A. Cou …
Tue Jul 14, 2026
City Council Workshop
City Council to discuss 2027 budget and draft financial policies
The Bel Aire City Council will hold a workshop to review the 2027 budget, specifically utility funds, and discuss draft policies for comprehensive financial management and purchasing procedures.
- 2027 Budget Workshop #4 focusing on Utility Funds
- Draft Comprehensive Financial Policy
- Draft Bel Aire Purchasing Policy
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
Video Available at belaireks.gov
July 14, 2026 7:00 PM
I. Manager's Report - July 14, 2026 Workshop
A. Manager's Report - July 14, 2026 Workshop
II. 2027 Budget Workshop #4
A. Utility Funds
III. Comprehensive Financial Policy
A. Draft Comprehensive Financial Policy
IV. Purchasing Policy
A. Draft Bel Aire Purchasing Policy
B. Current Bel Aire Purchasing Policy
Notice
It is possible that sometime between 6:30 and 7:00 PM immediately prior to this meeting, during breaks,
and directly after the meeting, a majority of the Governing Body may be present in the Council Chambers
or the lobby of City Hall. No one is excluded from these areas during these times. Video of this meeting
can be streamed on www.belaireks.gov and on YouTube. Please make sure all cell phones and other
electronics are turned off and put away.
Thu Jul 9, 2026
Planning Commission
Bel Aire Planning Commission to approve minutes, no zoning cases
This is a procedural meeting with no substantive cases or decisions on the agenda. The commission will approve minutes from June 11, 2026, set the next meeting date for August 13, 2026, and hear announcements including a zoning code workshop on July 14.
- Approval of June 11, 2026 meeting minutes
- Announcement: Board of Zoning Appeals meeting after adjournment
- Announcement: Zoning Code Updates Workshop #1 on July 14
- No cases submitted for Planning Commission Business
- No pending agenda items
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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
July 09, 2026 6:30 PM
I. Call to Order for Planning Commission
II. Roll Call for Planning Commission
Phillip Jordan ____ Deryk Faber ____ Brian Mackey ____ Paul Matzek ____
Dee Roths ____ John Sutherland ____
III. Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag
IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
Action: Motion to approve the minutes of June 11, 2026.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
V. Announcements
A. There will be a Board of Zoning Appeals meeting following the adjournment of the Planning
Commission meeting.
B. Zoning Code Updates- Workshop #1 will be on Tuesday, July 14 in the City Council
Chambers
VI. Planning Commission Business
A. No cases submitted
VII. Approval of the Next Planning Commission Meeting Date.
Action: Motion to approve the date of the next meeting: August 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
VIII. Current Events
A. Upcoming Agenda Items: No pending cases
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B. Upcoming Events:
July 11- 6:00 p.m. | City Hall: Bel Aire Night Out – Celebrating America’s 250th
IX. Adjournment
Action: Motion to Adjourn.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
Thu Jul 9, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals - Immediately following Planning Commission meeting
Board to decide on side yard setback variance at 4761 N. Battin
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider VAR-26-02, a proposed variance to allow a side yard setback encroachment for a parking surface at 4761 N. Battin. The board may grant, grant with modifications, disapprove, or table the request. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- VAR-26-02: Variance for side yard setback encroachment for parking surface at 4761 N. Battin
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AGENDA
BOARD OF
ZONING APPEALS
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
July 09, 2026
6:30 PM or immediately following
Planning Commission meeting
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
Phillip Jordan ____ Deryk Faber ____ Brian Mackey ____ Paul Matzek ____
Dee Roths ____ John Sutherland____
III. Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag
IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
Action: Motion to approve the minutes of June 11, 2026.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
V. Announcements: No Announcements
VI. Board of Zoning Appeals Business
A. VAR-26-02- Proposed Variance to address side yard setback encroachment with the
installation of a proposed parking surface, generally located at 4761 N. Battin.
Action: Please choose one of the following (4) options.
1. Having considered the evidence at the hearing and the factors to evaluate the application, I
move that the variance in VAR-26-02 be (granted), based on findings:_____________, as
recorded in the minutes of this public hearing, and authorize the Chairperson to sign a
resolution granting a side yard setback encroachment.
2. Having considered the evidence at the hearing and the factors to evaluate the application, I
move that the variance in VAR-26-02 be (granted with modifications), based on findings:
____________, as recorded in the minutes of this public hearing, and authorize the
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Wed Jul 8, 2026
Utility Advisory Committee
Committee to discuss field trip to Wichita water treatment plant
The Bel Aire Utility Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a field trip to the new Wichita Water Treatment Plant, a memorial for Art Tenbrink, and the August 2026 'Did You Know?' feature. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a rainfall report. No binding votes or financial decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion of a field trip to the new Wichita Water Treatment Plant
- Discussion of a memorial for Art Tenbrink
- August 2026 'Did You Know?' feature
- Rainfall report: Bel Aire 17.4 inches (0.5 inches below average)
- Upcoming events: Fall Curbside Clean-up on Oct 3, Bel Aire Fall Festival on Oct 17
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Bel Aire Utility Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Senior Center Room at City Hall
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call: ____Sean Brata, ____Dan Broyles, ____Terry Ercolani, ___Antonio Kitt, ____Bill Moss
3) Approval of today’s meeting agenda
4) Approval of June 10 meeting minutes
5) New business:
A) Art’s memorial
B) Discuss field trip
a. New Wichita Water Treatment Plan
C) August 2026 “Did You Know?
6) Round table introductions and discussion of individual comments, suggestions, and concerns.
7) Next UAC activity: UAC meeting August 12
8) Old, Continuing, and Future Business:
9) Rainfall, year-to-date (through 6/27/26)
Location Inches Deviation from Average
Bel Aire 17.4 -0.5
Eisenhower Airport 20.8 +4.0
10)
● February 2026 – 2026 MWCPs (baseline and alternate) reviewed and approved by UAC
● March 2026 – 2026 MWCP to be voted on at Bel Aire City Council Meeting
● March 28, Bel Aire Spring Festival
● April 23, Citywide Garage Sale Weekend
● May 2, E-Recycling and Shred Day
● May 16, Spring Curbside Clean-up
● TBD, Art Tenbrink Memorial Tree Dedication Ceremony, 11:00 am
● October 3 Fall Curbside Clean-up
● October 17, Bel Aire Fall Festival
11) As may arise
12) Adjournment
Tue Jul 7, 2026
City Council Meeting
Council to set public hearing on property tax exceeding revenue neutral rate
The Bel Aire City Council will consider a resolution to set a public hearing for September 1, 2026 on the city's intent to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate. They will also vote on an appropriations ordinance totaling $1,533,157.08, change orders for street and multi-use path projects, and a donation to Friends of McConnell. Other items include ratification of change orders and an agreement for a classification and compensation study.
- Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-12 for $1,533,157.08
- Resolution setting public hearing on exceeding the revenue neutral rate
- Donation to Friends of McConnell between $500 and $5,000
- Change Order No. 2 decreasing Multi-Use Path on East 53rd Street contract by $87,582.75
- Agreement with The Arnold Group for classification and compensation study at $16,560
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✓ Decided: Bel Aire City Council sets public hearing for property tax rate increase
The City Council scheduled a public hearing for September 1, 2026, regarding the intent to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate. Council approved several contract change orders for street and path projects and a compensation study. A proposed donation to Friends of McConnell was denied.
- Set public hearing for Revenue Neutral Rate for Sept 1, 2026 (5-0)
- Denied donation to Friends of McConnell (3-2)
- Approved Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-12 for $1,533,157.08 (4-0)
- Approved Agreement with The Arnold Group, LLC for compensation study not to exceed $16,560.00 (4-0-1)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for East 53rd Street Multi-Use Path increasing price by $3,932.25 (5-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 2 for East 53rd Street Multi-Use Path decreasing price by $87,582.75 (5-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 3 for East 53rd Street Multi-Use Path increasing price by $86,165.00 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including 2026 Street Maintenance change orders totaling $8,808.33 (4-0)
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
July 07, 2026 7:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Jim Benage
II. ROLL CALL
Greg Davied Tyler Dehn Emily Hamburg
Brandon McIntosh Mike Proctor
III. OPENING PRAYER
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
V. DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS
VI. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of the June 16, 2026 City Council meeting.
B. Receive, for information only, Change Orders Nos. 1, 2, and 3, for the 2026 Street
Maintenance & Repairs Project with Kansas Paving. The original contract amount
was $675,243.00. The cumulative amount of the executed change orders is $8,808.33,
resulting in a revised total contract amount of $684,051.33.
Action: Motion to (approve / table / deny) the Consent Agenda as (listed / amended) and
authorize the Mayor to sign.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote _______
VII. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A. Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-12 in the amount of
$1,533,157.08.
Action: Motion to (approve / deny / table) Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-12.
Motion ________ Second ________ Vote ________
VIII. CITY REQUESTED APPEARANCES: None
IX. CITIZEN CONCERNS: If you wish to speak, please fill out a "Request to Speak" card at the
podium and give it to the City Clerk before the meeting begins. When you are called on by the
Mayor, please go to the podium, speak into the microphone, and state your name and address
before giving your comm …
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II. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Tyler Dehn, Emily Hamburg, Brandon McIntosh, and Mike Proctor were
present. Councilmember Greg Davied joined the meeting at 7:07 p.m. via videoconference.
Also presentwere City ManagerTedHenry, City Attorney Maria Schrock, City Engineer
Anne Stephens, Director of Finance Barry Smith, and City Clerk Melissa Krehbiel.
III. OPENING PRAYER: A moment of silent prayer was held.
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
Mayor Benage led the pledge of allegiance.
V. DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS: There were no additions.
VI. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of the June 16, 2026 City Council meeting.
B. Receive, for information only, Change Orders Nos. 1, 2, and 3, for the 2026 Street
Maintenance & Repairs Project with Kansas Paving. The original contract amount
was $ 675, 243. 00. The cumulative amount of the executed change orders is $ 8, 808. 33,
resulting in a revised total contract amount of$ 684,051.33.
MOTION: Councilmember McIntosh moved to approve the Consent Agenda as listed
and authorize the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Hamburg seconded the motion. Motion
carried 4- 0.
VII. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A. Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26- 12 in the amount …
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Chisholm Creek Utility Authority
Bel Aire councilmembers attend CCUA meeting; no binding city action
This is a regular monthly meeting of the Chisholm Creek Utility Authority where Bel Aire governing body members are attending. City business may be discussed, but no binding action will be taken on city business. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion.
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MEETING NOTICE
Chisholm Creek Utility Authority
COUNCILMEMBERS TO ATTEND
7651 E Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
June 25, 2026 4:30 PM
I. City of Bel Aire governing body members will attend a meeting of the Chisholm Creek
Utility Authority (CCUA) at the date, time, and place listed above. City business may be
discussed. No binding action will be taken on City business. The meeting is open to the
public.
The Chisholm Creek Utility Authority (CCUA) meets on the fourth Thursday of each month,
with some exceptions for holidays.
Contact: For CCUA information such as Minutes and Agendas, please call CCUA Utility
Manager Anthony Kientz at 316-838-4748.
Mon Jun 22, 2026
Tree Board Meeting
Tree Board to review by-laws and improve city interaction
The Bel Aire Tree Board will consider accepting April 2026 meeting minutes, conduct an annual review of by-laws (previously tabled), and hear from guest Deb Appel on enhancing interaction with the city. Member reports on communications, plaques, clean-up events, and community engagement are also planned.
- Motion to accept meeting minutes from April 26, 2026 (May 18 meeting lacked quorum)
- Annual review of by-laws, tabled from prior meetings
- Guest Deb Appel to work on more effective city interaction
- Member reports on communications, plaque updates, clean-up events, and recreation engagement
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
City Council Workshop - immediately following regular City Council meeting
Council to review first draft of FY2027 General Fund Budget
The City Council will hold a workshop immediately after the regular meeting to review the first draft of the FY2027 General Fund Budget. This is Budget Workshop #3, focusing on the upcoming fiscal year's spending plan. No votes are anticipated; the session is for discussion and review.
- Review of first draft of FY2027 General Fund Budget during Budget Workshop #3
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
- IMMEDIATELY
FOLLOWING REGULAR
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
Video Available at belaireks.gov
June 16, 2026 7:15 PM
I. Review first draft of FY2027 General Fund Budget
A. Budget Workshop #3 presentation
Notice
It is possible that sometime between 6:30 PM and 7:15 PM, immediately prior to this meeting, during
breaks, and directly after the meeting, a majority of the Governing Body may be present in the Council
Chambers or the lobby of City Hall. No one is excluded from these areas during these times. Video of this
meeting can be streamed on www.belaireks.gov and on YouTube. Please make sure all cell phones and
other electronics are turned off and put away.
Tue Jun 16, 2026
City Council Meeting
Council to consider Woodlawn Roadway change order and other projects
The City Council will discuss and vote on several financial and administrative items. Key actions include approving an appropriations ordinance of $1,325,449.02, selecting one of two alternatives for the Woodlawn Roadway project change order, and awarding a street paving contract for Chapel Landing 7th Addition. The council also will consider two fireworks display permits and two encroachment agreements for the 53rd Street Multi-Use Path. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on pending litigation.
- Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-11 in the amount of $1,325,449.02
- Woodlawn Roadway Change Order No. 26 with Pearson Construction: Alternative 1 ($1,039,880) or Alternative 2 ($712,024)
- Street paving improvements for Chapel Landing 7th Addition: bid from Kansas Paving not to exceed $574,081.45
- Fireworks display permits: Waz Up Fireworks on June 27, 2026 at 9745 E 50th St N, and City of Bel Aire on July 11, 2026 at SW corner of 53rd and Rock Road
- Encroachment agreements with Phillips 66 Pipeline, LLC and KPC Pipeline, LLC for the 53rd Street Multi-Use Path
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✓ Decided: City Council approves $712,024 Woodlawn Roadway project change order
The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including street paving for Chapel Landing 7th Addition and encroachment agreements for the 53rd Street Multi-Use Path. The council also approved an appropriations ordinance and two fireworks display permits.
- Approved Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-11 for $1,325,449.02 (4-0)
- Approved Woodlawn Roadway Project Change Order No. 26 Alternative 2 for up to $712,024.00 (4-0)
- Approved Waz Up Fireworks permit and $250 fee waiver (4-0)
- Approved City of Bel Aire fireworks permit and $250 fee waiver (4-0)
- Approved Kansas Paving bid for Chapel Landing 7th Addition street paving for up to $574,081.45 (3-0-1)
- Approved encroachment agreement with Phillips 66 Pipeline, LLC for 53rd Street Multi-Use Path (3-1)
- Approved encroachment agreement with KPC Pipeline, LLC for 53rd Street Multi-Use Path (3-1)
- Approved June 2, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
June 16, 2026 7:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Jim Benage
II. ROLL CALL
Greg Davied Tyler Dehn Emily Hamburg
Brandon McIntosh Mike Proctor
III. OPENING PRAYER: Michael Wearda
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
V. DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS
VI. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of the June 2, 2026 City Council meeting.
Action: Motion to (approve / table / deny) the Consent Agenda as (listed / amended) and
authorize the Mayor to sign.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote _______
VII. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A. Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-11 in the amount of
$1,325,449.02.
Action: Motion to (approve / deny / table) Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-11.
Motion ________ Second ________ Vote ________
VIII. CITY REQUESTED APPEARANCES
A. Randy White - Friends of McConnell program
B. Kent Koehler - Sedgwick County Fire District No. 1
C. Ken Lee, Garver - 45th Street and 53rd Street Sidewalk updates
IX. CITIZEN CONCERNS: If you wish to speak, please fill out a "Request to Speak" card at the
podium and give it to the City Clerk before the meeting begins. When you are called on by the
Mayor, please go to the podium, speak into the microphone, and state your name and address
before giving your comments. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes in the interest of time. If
more time is needed, you may request an extension from the M …
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II. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Greg Davied, Emily Hamburg, Brandon McIntosh, and Mike Proctor were
present. Councilmember Tyler Dehn was absent.
City Manager Ted Henry, City Attorney Maria Schrock, City Engineer Anne Stephens, and
City Clerk Melissa Krehbiel were present.
III. OPENING PRAYER: Michael Wearda provided the opening prayer.
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
Mayor Benage led the pledge of allegiance.
V. DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS: There were no additions.
VI. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of the June 2, 2026 City Council meeting.
MOTION: Councilmember McIntosh moved to approve the Consent Agenda as listed
and authorize the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Davied seconded the motion. Motion
carried 4- 0.
VII. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A. Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26- 11 in the amount of
1, 325, 449. 02.
MOTION: Councilmember Hamburg moved to approve Appropriations Ordinance No.
26- 11. Councilmember McIntosh seconded the motion. Motion carried 4- 0.
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A. Randy White- Friends of McConnell program: Mr. White gave a presentation about
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission discusses training, annexation, and SB 418
The Bel Aire Planning Commission meeting on June 11, 2026, consists entirely of discussion and training items with no votes on rezoning or development proposals. Topics include planning commission roles, annexation process, overview of Kansas SB 418, social media engagement, and upcoming zoning regulation updates.
- Training on roles, scope, and limitations of the Planning Commission
- Overview of the annexation process by City Attorney Maria Schrock
- Overview of SB 418 by City Attorney Maria Schrock
- Discussion of written communication and social media engagement
- Zoning regulations updates schedule and workshop dates
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves May minutes, schedules zoning code workshops
The Bel Aire Planning Commission approved the May 14, 2026, meeting minutes with a correction to Commissioner Matzek's name. The meeting was primarily a training session on the commission's roles and limitations, with no zoning cases or other formal decisions. The commission also scheduled a July 9, 2026, meeting and discussed upcoming zoning code update workshops.
- Approved the May 14, 2026, meeting minutes with a revision to Commissioner Matzek's name (motion carried 4-0).
- Approved the next meeting date of July 9, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. (motion carried 4-0).
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried 4-0).
- No action taken on training, annexation, SB 418, or communication topics; these were for discussion only.
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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
June 11, 2026 6:30 PM
I. Call to Order for Planning Commission
II. Roll Call for Planning Commission
Phillip Jordan ____ Dee Roths ____ Deryk Faber ____
Paul Matzek ____ Brian Mackey ____ John Sutherland ____
III. Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag
IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
Action: Motion to approve the minutes of May 14, 2026.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
V. Announcements
A. There will be a Board of Zoning Appeals meeting following the adjournment of the Planning
Commission meeting.
B. Update on April 9, 2026, meeting minutes- addition of dissenting vote note
VI. Planning Commission Business
A. Planning Commission Training- Roles, Scope and Limitations of the Planning
Commission and Defining Areas of Discussion and Review- Lance Onstott, PEC
Action: No action required; for discussion only
B. Follow-up Information from May 14, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting
Action: No action required; for discussion only
C. Overview of Annexation Process- Maria Schrock, City Attorney
Action: No action required; for discussion only
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D. Overview of SB 418 – Maria Schrock, City Attorney
Action: No action required; for discussion only.
E. Overview of Written Communication and Social Media Engagement- Maria Schrock,
City Attorney
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Board Members Dee Roths and John Sutherland were absent.
Paula Downs, Secretary and Maria Schrock, City Attorney were present in person.
III.
Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag
Chairman Phillip Jordan led the pledge of allegiance.
IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting.
Secretary stated that Commissioner Matzek reached out and stated that his name was spelled
wrong in the roll call section of the meeting minutes and needed to be updated. Secretary
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Motion: Commissioner Mackey moved to approve the minutes of the May 14, 2026,
meeting with the revision of Commissioner Matzek' s name as presented by city staff.
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carried 4- 0.
V. Announcements
A. There will be a Board of Zoning Appeals meeting following the adjournment of the
Planning Commission
meeting.
Secretary stated that there will be a Board of Zoning Appeals meeting following the
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals - immediately following Planning Commission meeting
Board of Zoning Appeals meets with no new business
The Bel Aire Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting on June 11, 2026, but has no new business to consider. The only actions are approving the minutes from the previous meeting and setting the next meeting date for July 9, 2026.
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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
June 11, 2026 6:30 PM
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
Phillip Jordan ____ Dee Roths ____ Deryk Faber ____
Brian Mackey ____ Paul Matzek ____ John Sutherland ____
III. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
Action: Motion to approve the minutes of May 14, 2026
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
IV. Announcements: No announcements
V. Board of Zoning Appeals Business: No new business.
VI. Approval of the Next Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Date.
Action: Motion to approve the date of the next meeting: July 9, 2026, following the Planning
Commission Meeting.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote ________
VII. Current Events: No upcoming agenda items.
VIII. Adjournment
Action: Motion to Adjourn.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
Wed Jun 10, 2026
Utility Advisory Committee
Utility committee to discuss field trip to new Wichita Water Treatment Plant
The Bel Aire Utility Advisory Committee will discuss a field trip to the new Wichita Water Treatment Plant and plans for the Art Tenbrink Memorial Tree Dedication. They will also review rainfall data and approve minutes from May. The meeting is primarily informational and advisory with no binding votes.
- Discussion of field trip to new Wichita Water Treatment Plant
- Art Tenbrink Memorial Tree Dedication Ceremony on June 27, 2026, at 11:00 am
- Rainfall report: Bel Aire received 11.2 inches year-to-date, 2.4 inches below average
- July 2026 "Did You Know?" promotional item
- Approval of May 13 meeting minutes
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Bel Aire Utility Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Senior Center Room at City Hall
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call: ____Sean Brata, ____Dan Broyles, ____Terry Ercolani, ___Antonio Kitt, ____Bill Moss
3) Approval of today’s meeting agenda
4) Approval of May 13 meeting minutes
5) New business:
A) Art’s memorial
B) Discuss field trip
a. New Wichita Water Treatment Plan
C) July 2026 “Did You Know?
6) Round table introductions and discussion of individual comments, suggestions, and concerns.
7) Next UAC activity: UAC meeting July 8
8) Old, Continuing, and Future Business:
9) Rainfall, year-to-date (through 5/31/26)
Location Inches Deviation from Average
Bel Aire 11.2 -2.4
Eisenhower Airport 8.4 -4.0
10)
● February 2026 – 2026 MWCPs (baseline and alternate) reviewed and approved by UAC
● March 2026 – 2026 MWCP to be voted on at Bel Aire City Council Meeting
● March 28, Bel Aire Spring Festival
● April 23, Citywide Garage Sale Weekend
● May 2, E-Recycling and Shred Day
● May 16, Spring Curbside Clean-up
● June 27, Art Tenbrink Memorial Tree Dedication Ceremony, 11:00 am
● October 3 Fall Curbside Clean-up
● October 17, Bel Aire Fall Festival
11) As may arise
12) Adjournment
Tue Jun 9, 2026
City Council Workshop
City Council to discuss 2027 budget and zoning code updates
This workshop will feature a discussion on proposed zoning code updates and a second workshop on the 2027 budget overview. No formal votes are scheduled.
- Discussion on Zoning Code Updates led by Paula Downs, Director of Community Development
- 2027 Budget Overview (Budget Workshop #2) led by Barry Smith, Director of Finance
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
Video Available at belaireks.gov
June 09, 2026 7:00 PM
I. Discussion on Zoning Code Updates - Paula Downs, Director of Community Development
II. 2027 Budget Overview - Barry Smith, Director of Finance
A. Budget Workshop #2
Notice
It is possible that sometime between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM immediately prior to this meeting, during
breaks, and directly after the meeting, a majority of the Governing Body may be present in the Council
Chambers or the lobby of City Hall. No one is excluded from these areas during these times. Video of this
meeting can be streamed on www.belaireks.gov and on YouTube. Please make sure all cell phones and
other electronics are turned off and put away.
Tue Jun 2, 2026
City Council Meeting
Council to consider $653k appropriations ordinance and building code updates
The Bel Aire City Council will vote on Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-10 totaling $653,400.63. They will also consider an ordinance amending Chapter 17 building code, a funding amendment with the Bel Aire Chamber of Commerce, and several contracts including road construction administration and a pump replacement. A fireworks display agreement for National Night Out is also on the agenda.
- Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-10 for $653,400.63
- Ordinance amending Chapter 17 building code
- Professional Engineering Consultants work order for Woodlawn (37th to 45th) construction administration at $162,500
- Purchase contract with JCI Industries for new submersible pump up to $78,265
- Fireworks display agreement with Waz Up Fireworks for National Night Out at $10,000
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✓ Decided: Bel Aire City Council approves $653,400 appropriations ordinance
The City Council approved a significant appropriations ordinance and several infrastructure and service contracts. A proposed ordinance to update the building code was tabled for reevaluation. The council also amended a funding agreement with the local Chamber of Commerce.
- Approved Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-10 for $653,400.63 (4-0)
- Approved First Amendment to the 2026 Funding Agreement with Bel Aire Chamber of Commerce (4-0)
- Tabled Ordinance Amending Chapter 17, Building Code Updates (4-0)
- Approved PEC Work Order No 26-20 for Woodlawn Construction Administration up to $162,500 (4-0)
- Approved contract with JCI Industries, Inc. for a new submersible pump up to $78,265 (4-0)
- Approved agreement with Waz Up Fireworks, Inc. for National Night Out display up to $10,000 (4-0)
- Approved May 19, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
June 02, 2026 7:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Jim Benage
II. ROLL CALL
Greg Davied Tyler Dehn Emily Hamburg
Brandon McIntosh Mike Proctor
III. OPENING PRAYER: Mark Posson
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
V. PROCLAMATION
A. National Flag Week - June 14-20, 2026
VI. DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of the May 19, 2026 City Council meeting.
Action: Motion to (approve / table / deny) the Consent Agenda as (listed / amended) and
authorize the Mayor to sign.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote _______
VIII. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A. Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-10 in the amount of $653,400.63.
Action: Motion to (approve / deny / table) Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-10.
Motion ________ Second ________ Vote ________
IX. CITY REQUESTED APPEARANCES: None.
X. CITIZEN CONCERNS: If you wish to speak, please fill out a "Request to Speak" card at the
podium and give it to the City Clerk before the meeting begins. When you are called on by the
Mayor, please go to the podium, speak into the microphone, and state your name and address
before giving your comments. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes in the interest of time. If
more time is needed, you may request an extension from the Mayor.
XI. REPORTS
A. Council Member Reports
B. Mayor's Report
C. City Attorney Report
D. City Manager Re …
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I. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Jim Benage called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Tyler Dehn, Emily Hamburg, Brandon McIntosh, and Mike Proctor were
present. Councilmember Greg Davied was absent.
Also presentwere City ManagerTed Henry, City Attorney Maria Schrock,Director of
Community DevelopmentPaulaDowns, andCity Clerk MelissaKrehbiel.
III. OPENING PRAYER: Mark Possonprovidedthe openingprayer.
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
Mayor Benage led the pledge of allegiance.
V. PROCLAMATION
A. National Flag Week- June 14-20, 2026
Mayor Benage read the proclamation aloud and signed it.
VI. DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS: There were no additions.
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of the May 19, 2026 City Council meeting.
MOTION: Councilmember Dehn moved to approve the Consent Agenda as listed and
authorize the Mayor to sign. Councilmember McIntosh seconded the motion. Motion
carried 4- 0.
VIII. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A. Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26- 10 in the amount of$ 653, 400. 63.
MOTION: CouncilmemberHamburgmoved to approveappropriationsOrdinanceNo.
26- 10. Councilmember McIntosh seconded the motion. Motion carried 4- 0.
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IX. CITY REQUESTED APPEARANCES: None.
X. CITIZEN CONCERNS: No …
Thu May 28, 2026
Chisholm Creek Utility Authority
Bel Aire council attends CCUA meeting; no binding action
This is a procedural meeting notice. Bel Aire governing body members will attend the Chisholm Creek Utility Authority meeting, but no binding action will be taken on city business. The meeting is open to the public.
- City of Bel Aire governing body members attending CCUA meeting
- No binding action will be taken on city business
- Meeting open to the public
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MEETING NOTICE
Chisholm Creek Utility Authority
COUNCILMEMBERS TO ATTEND
7651 E Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
May 28, 2026 4:30 PM
I. City of Bel Aire governing body members will attend a meeting of the Chisholm Creek
Utility Authority (CCUA) at the date, time, and place listed above. City business may be
discussed. No binding action will be taken on City business. The meeting is open to the
public.
The Chisholm Creek Utility Authority (CCUA) meets on the fourth Thursday of each month,
with some exceptions for holidays.
Contact: For CCUA information such as Minutes and Agendas, please call CCUA Utility
Manager Anthony Kientz at 316-838-4748.
Tue May 19, 2026
City Council Meeting
Council to consider 10-year franchise agreement with Waste Connections
The Bel Aire City Council will vote on a 10-year franchise agreement with Waste Connections for solid waste and recycling services. They will also consider Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-09 for $1,281,600.66 and a resolution allowing change orders up to $150,000 for the 2026 Street Maintenance Project. A proclamation for Memorial Day and an executive session on pending litigation are also on the agenda.
- Consideration of a 10-year franchise agreement with Waste Connections of Kansas, Inc. for solid waste and recyclable materials services
- Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-09 in the amount of $1,281,600.66
- Resolution authorizing the City Manager and Mayor to jointly approve change orders up to $150,000 for the 2026 Street Maintenance Project
- Proclamation: Memorial Day - May 25, 2026
- Executive session to discuss pending litigation under K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2)
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
May 19, 2026 7:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Jim Benage
II. ROLL CALL
Greg Davied Tyler Dehn Emily Hamburg
Brandon McIntosh Mike Proctor
III. OPENING PRAYER: Gary Green
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG
V. PROCLAMATION
A. Memorial Day - May 25, 2026
VI. DETERMINE AGENDA ADDITIONS
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of the May 5, 2025 City Council meeting.
Action: Motion to (approve / table / deny) the Consent Agenda as (listed / amended) and
authorize the Mayor to sign.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote _______
VIII. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE
A. Consideration of Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-09 in the amount of
$1,281,600.66.
Action: Motion to (approve / deny / table) Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-09.
Motion ________ Second ________ Vote ________
IX. CITY REQUESTED APPEARANCES
A. Luis Rodriguez, President, Bel Aire Area Chamber of Commerce
X. CITIZEN CONCERNS: If you wish to speak, please fill out a "Request to Speak" card at the
podium and give it to the City Clerk before the meeting begins. When you are called on by the
Mayor, please go to the podium, speak into the microphone, and state your name and address
before giving your comments. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes in the interest of time. If
more time is needed, you may request an extension from the Mayor.
XI. REPORTS
A. Council Member Reports
B. Mayor's Rep …
Mon May 18, 2026
Tree Board Meeting
Tree Board to meet with city liaison to enhance impact
The Bel Aire Tree Board will discuss a guest presentation from city staff member Deb Appel on improving collaboration, review the annual by-laws (tabled from prior meetings), approve April meeting minutes, receive member reports on events and communications, and reflect on the recent May 2nd tree planting dedication.
- Guest Deb Appel from City of Bel Aire to discuss improving board-city interaction
- Motion to accept meeting minutes from April 26, 2026
- Annual review of by-laws (tabled for several meetings)
- Spruce Ups event scheduled for June 8th at Bel Aire Park
- May 2nd Rec Center tree planting and dedication
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Board
CITY HALL – SENIOR CENTER
Monday May 18, 2026
6:00 P.M.
Call to Order: Time ________
Present:
Rebecca Armstrong Chair-2026 Feb
Sharon Armbrister -Vice Chair 2026 Feb [Rec Center Brian]
Julie Hopkins-Secretary 2026 Feb [Nick Bishop communications]
Hilde Y ops- Memorial and Dedication Trees & Plaques
Bruce Roepke- Government Liaison with City Hall
Emily Graber- Education Director [events-speakers]
1. Guests: Deb Appel City of Bel Aire
a. Deb is going to work with us to find new ways to interact with the
City so we are more effective and impactful
2. Motion to accept Meeting Minutes April 26 2026:
a. Second:
b. V ote:
3.
Annual Review of By-Laws. – Maria Shrock had printed out the proposal for all to review
Please read these before the meeting. This item has been TABLED ifor several meeting.
a. Additions or suggestions:
i.
ii.
iii.
b. Motion _______ Second _________ Vote __________
4. Old Business:
5. Member Reports:
a. Communications- Julie
i. Bel Aire Breeze-City Hall-Nick Bishop- Facebook
ii. Contact List Shared
b. Hilde- Plaque Updates
c. Bruce- City Council Meeting Report:
i. Letter to Council
d. Emily- Spruce Ups June 8th Bel Aire Park
i. Ideas Worth Considering
ii.
e. Sharon-Recreation Department Community Engagement
i. June 8th details:
1.
2.
3.
f. Rebecca-Progress and Events
i. Focus Ideas
1.
2.
3.
6. Old Business:
a. Events, Progress, Challenges
i. May 2nd Rec Center Tree Planting and Dedication
7. Adjournment: ______________
a. Motion:_________ …
Thu May 14, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission discusses extraterritorial area and annexation process
The meeting is largely procedural, including approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date. The main business consists of four discussion-only overviews on the extraterritorial area of influence, annexation process, case checklist and types of cases, and SB 418. No pending cases or votes on ordinances are scheduled.
- Overview of Extraterritorial Area of Influence (discussion only)
- Overview of Annexation Process (discussion only)
- Overview of Case Checklist and Types of Cases (discussion only)
- Overview of SB 418 (discussion only)
- Approval of next meeting date: June 11, 2026
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Planning Commission - May 14, 2026 Page 1 of 2
AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
May 14, 2026 6:30 PM
I. Call to Order for Planning Commission
II. Roll Call for Planning Commission
Phillip Jordan ____ Deryk Faber ____ Brian Mackey ____ Paul Matzek ____
Dee Roths ____ Brian Stuart ____
III. Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag
IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
Action: Motion to approve the minutes of April 9, 2026.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
V. Announcements
A. There will be a Board of Zoning Appeals meeting following the adjournment of the Planning
Commission meeting.
B. There will be an Airport Zoning Commission meeting following the adjournment of the Board
of Zoning Appeals meeting.
C. Updated Zoning & Subdivision Regulations for Planning Commission notebooks.
VI. Planning Commission Business
A. Overview of Extraterritorial Area of Influence- Paula Downs, Secretary
Action: No action required; for discussion only.
B. Overview of Annexation Process- Maria Schrock, City Attorney
Action: No action required; for discussion only
Planning Commission - May 14, 2026 Page 2 of 2
C. Overview of Case Checklist and Types of Cases - Paula Downs, Secretary
Action: No action required; for discussion only.
D. Overview of SB 418 – Maria Schrock, City Attorney
Action: No action required; for discussion only.
VII. Approval of the Next Planning Commission Meeting Date.
Action: …
Thu May 14, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
No cases before Board of Zoning Appeals
This meeting is purely procedural with no zoning cases to hear. The board will approve minutes from April 9, 2026, and set the next meeting date for June 11, 2026.
- Approval of minutes from April 9, 2026
- Setting next meeting date: June 11, 2026
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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
May 14, 2026 6:30 PM
I. Call to Order for Board of Zoning Appeals
II. Roll Call for Board of Zoning Appeals
Phillip Jordan ____ Dee Roths ____ Deryk Faber ____
Paul Matzek ____ Brian Mackey_____ John Sutherland_____
III. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
Action: Motion to approve the minutes of April 9, 2026.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
IV. Announcements: No Announcements.
V. Board of Zoning Appeals Business: No cases before the Board of Zoning Appeals.
VI. Approval of the Next Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Date.
Action: Motion to approve the date of the next meeting: June 11, 2026, following the Planning
Commission Meeting.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
VII. Current Events
A. Upcoming Agenda Items: No known agenda items.
VIII. Adjournment
Action: Motion to Adjourn.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
Thu May 14, 2026
Airport Zoning Commission
Airport Zoning Commission meets to approve minutes, no other business
The Airport Zoning Commission will convene to approve minutes from the April 9, 2026 meeting. The agenda indicates no cases are heard and no future meetings are scheduled unless zoning regulations require amendment. No substantive business or upcoming agenda items are listed.
- Approval of minutes from April 9, 2026 meeting
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Airport Zoning Commission May 14, 2026 Page 1 of 1
AGENDA
AIRPORT ZONING
COMMISSION
7651 E. Central Park Ave, Bel Aire, KS
May 14, 2026
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
Phillip Jordan Dee Roths Deryk Faber
Paul Matzek Brian Mackey_____ John Sutherland_____
III. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting.
Action: Motion to approve the minutes of April 9, 2026.
Motion ______ Second ______ Vote ______
V. Announcements: The Airport Zoning Commission will not need to meet unless the Airport Zoning
Regulations need to be amended. The Airport Zoning Commission does not hear any cases.
VI. Airport Zoning Commission Business
A. There is no Airport Zoning Commission Business
VII. Approval of the Next Airport Zoning Commission Meeting Date.
Action: No meeting date to be scheduled for the Airport Zoning Commission.
VIII. Current Events
A. Upcoming Agenda Items:
a. No upcoming agenda items.
IX. Adjournment
Action: Motion to adjourn.
Motion _______ Second _______ Vote ________
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Business establishments12,710 (237,173 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$995/mo (48 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy19.3% (low numeracy 28% · 2017)
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$19.0M
Spending$19.0M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$51.0M
Debt-to-revenue2.68×
Debt-load index69 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
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