Mission Hills public meetings in 2024

Crime and Safety

The Mission Hills Crime Prevention and Safety Committee will meet to discuss a proposed sidewalk connection on 63rd Street between Wenonga Road and Aberdeen Road, and review safety concerns at the intersection of 63rd Street, Wenonga Road, and Indian Lane. The committee will also review the city's streetlight map for improvement opportunities. No formal votes are listed; items are under review and discussion.

• Review proposed sidewalk connection on 63rd St from Wenonga Rd to Aberdeen Rd
• Review overall safety of the intersection of 63rd St, Wenonga Rd, and Indian Ln
• Review of the City streetlight map for improvement opportunities
• Informational update on Small Cell siting

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Mission Hills Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve minutes, consider a resolution to remand an appeal back to the Architectural Review Board regarding a greens fan relocation at Kansas City Country Club, and hear an appeal of city staff's decision to assess permit fees and penalties for home improvements at 3800 W. 65th Street.

• Approval of minutes from September 31, 2024
• Resolution to remand appeal of ARB's July 30, 2024 decision – approving relocation of existing greens fan for golf course reconfiguration at Kansas City Country Club, 6200 Indian Lane – back to the ARB (David Battey, 5739 Windsor Drive, Fairway)
• Appeal of City Staff decision to assess permit fees and penalties for improvements made to home at 3800 W. 65th Street (Dieter & Yassin Trost)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a resolution remanding David Battey's appeal of the ARB's July 30, 2024 decision regarding the relocation of an existing greens fan at Kansas City Country Club back to the ARB. The board also dismissed an appeal by Dieter and Yassin Trost challenging city staff's assessment of permit fees and penalties for improvements at 3800 W. 65th Street. Both actions were approved unanimously 5-0.

• Approved minutes of September 25, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved resolution remanding appeal to ARB for 5739 Windsor Drive (5-0)
• Dismissed appeal of city staff decision for 3800 W. 65th Street (5-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will consider a new Tudor-style home at 6419 Sagamore Road and a network of seven small cell wireless facilities. The board will also review modifications to previously approved residential projects.

• New 2-story home at 6419 Sagamore Road by MOJO Built, LLC
• Installation of 7 small cell cellular antennas on streetlights and utility poles by Ahead Engineering
• Project modifications at 3012 W 67th Terrace regarding shutters and a built-in grill
• Project scope reduction and patio conversion at 2040 W 59th Street
• Continuance of new home project at 5509 Mission Drive to January 14th

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider minutes from prior meetings. Under old business, it will discuss revisions to sign definitions in zoning regulations and design guidelines for garage location and orientation. Under new business, it will address design guidelines for the number of detached accessory buildings on a property.

• Approval of October 9th and November 13th meeting minutes
• Revision to Sign Definitions in Zoning Regulations
• Design Guidelines re: Garage Location & Orientation
• Design Guidelines re: Number of Detached Accessory Buildings

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget amendment hearing and a regular meeting. The body will consider several new ordinances and contracts for city services. Discussions include a comprehensive plan update and potential real property acquisition.

• 2024 Budget Amendment
• Contract with Confluence for Comprehensive Plan Update
• Ordinance No. 1667 regarding Zoning Regulations plat requirements
• Agreement with Johnson County for 2024 Indian Lane Stormwater Improvements reimbursement
• Contracts with Rosehill Gardens, Van Booven Tree, and Wellnitz Tree Care

The Mission Hills City Council approved a $271,000 budget amendment for 2024, covering capital projects like the Ensley Lane Wall failure and street/stormwater work. They also approved contracts for flowers, tree pruning, and a comprehensive plan update, plus ordinances updating traffic rules, offense codes, and zoning plat requirements. No public comments were made during the budget hearing.

• Approved 2024 Budget Amendment (4-0)
• Approved Claims Ordinance No. 1664 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-AA: Rosehill Gardens flower contract (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-BB: Johnson County stormwater reimbursement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-CC: Tree pruning contracts (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-DD: Confluence comprehensive plan contract (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1665: Standard Traffic Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1666: Uniform Public Offense Code (4-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing five residential project applications involving new pools, porches, and outdoor living spaces. One application for a new home has been continued to January 14th.

• 2200 W 56th Street: Changes to patio project including a built-in spa and new terrace
• 6400 Indian Lane: Modifications to a previously approved new home and pool location
• 5515 Mission Drive: New patio, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, retaining wall, and generator
• 6505 Willow Lane: New screened porch at the rear of the home
• 6615 Belinder Avenue: New pool, patio, and pool house/cabana

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will review 11 items, including a proposed network of seven small cell wireless antennas at locations around Mission Hills, several residential additions and remodels, and requests to continue two new home projects to future meetings.

• Small cell node antennas proposed at 7 locations including State Park Road, 2040 W. 59th St, and 3030 W. 69th St
• Changes to previously approved new home at 5939 Overhill Road (Ohlemeyer), including brick patio and retaining walls
• Whole house remodel with second-floor addition at 6408 Verona Road (Gound), not meeting greenspace or rear wing recommendations
• New detached garage and circular driveway at 3408 W 68th Street (Walsh), with muntin pattern conflict
• Request to continue new home project at 3002 W 66th Terrace (McCray) to December 3, 2024

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially vote on several items. The consent agenda includes approval of Claims Ordinance No. 1663. Old business covers repeat nuisance properties, a 63rd Street sidewalk connection, and crosswalk improvements. New business includes a resolution for a GIS hosting agreement with NEER, approval of 2025 meeting dates, a change order for streetlights with RS Electric, and executive sessions for real property acquisition and sign regulations.

• Claims Ordinance No. 1663 on consent agenda
• Resolution No. 2024-Y: Agreement with NEER for GIS hosting and data digitization
• Resolution No. 2024-Z: Change order to RS Electric contract for additional streetlights on 65th Street
• Discussion of repeat nuisance properties
• Discussion of 63rd Street sidewalk connecting segment from Wenonga to Aberdeen

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed revision to sign definitions in the zoning regulations. They will also discuss design guidelines regarding garage location and orientation, receive an update on the comprehensive plan consultant, and approve the October 9th minutes.

• Public hearing on revisions to sign definitions in zoning regulations
• Discussion of design guidelines for garage location and orientation
• Update on comprehensive plan consultant
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from October 9th

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will consider consent agenda items for driveway modifications, window replacements, and a resubmitted project. Regular agenda items include a driveway/patio replacement, a new patio with outdoor kitchen, and two Kansas City Country Club projects: two shade shelters and changes to a restroom building. Two items—small cell node antennas and a new home—are continued to November 19. Greenspace compliance is noted for some projects.

• Angela Allan – 5830 High Drive: replace and widen circle drive (greenspace below recommended 65%)
• Paul & Mary Giordano – 2009 W 69th Street: patio with seat walls and outdoor kitchen (greenspace 60.9%, below 65% guideline)
• Kansas City Country Club – 6200 Indian Lane: two new shade structures near tennis courts
• Kansas City Country Club – 6200 Indian Lane: changes to previously approved restroom accessory building near #14 tee box
• Ahead Engineering – various locations: small cell node cellular antennas (continued to Nov. 19)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several residential project requests, including window replacements and patio extensions. The board will also consider a proposal from Ahead Engineering to install small cell node cellular antennas on poles throughout the city.

• Installation of small cell node cellular antennas on telephone and light poles by Ahead Engineering
• Window replacements at 2410 W 64th Street
• Patio extension at 3501 W 63rd Street
• Relocation of A/C units and generator at 2111 Stratford Road
• Remodel changes including stair and roof modifications at 3800 W 65th Street

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council will meet to consider consent agenda items including claims and a snow/ice control contract. Under new business, they will discuss a revision to zoning regulations regarding front building lines (Ordinance No. 1662) and a contract with LMCC for sidewalk construction and repairs. Old business includes discussion of nuisance properties and a draft ordinance on scooters and bikes. An executive session is scheduled for potential acquisition of real property.

• Consent Agenda includes Claims Ordinance No. 1661 and snow/ice control contract for Belinder sidewalk with Driscoll Turf Care
• Ordinance No. 1662 - Revision to Zoning Regulations regarding front building line
• Resolution No. 2024-X: Contract with LMCC for additional sidewalks, Belinder low water crossing headwall repairs, and capital maintenance (salt guard for new concrete, crack sealing)
• Charter Ordinance No. 18 – topic not specified
• Executive Session – Potential Acquisition of Real Property

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on revisions to zoning regulations regarding platting procedures. They will also discuss and potentially act on a replat of 6708 and 6700 Cherokee Lane, revisions to the sign ordinance, and design guidelines for garage location and orientation. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes as a procedural item.

• Public Hearing – Revision to Zoning Regulations re: Platting Procedures
• Replat of 6708 Cherokee Lane & 6700 Cherokee Lane
• Revision to Sign Ordinance
• Design Guidelines re: Garage Location & Orientation

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will review seven items, including a consent agenda for a driveway change, modifications to previously approved projects, and a new pool and patio. Notable items require a variance for a pool deck setback and raise greenspace compliance issues under city design guidelines.

• Consent agenda: Driveway change at 6105 High Drive
• Knighton pool deck requires variance (2'4" side yard, 9'6.5" rear yard) from Board of Zoning Appeals
• Colombo hardscape plan at 6515 Belinder Avenue falls short of recommended 70% greenspace
• Goodwin new patio, spa, seat walls, fence, and lanai at 6400 Verona Road
• Muchnic new pool at 2209 W 68th Street lacks screening for equipment and greenspace at 63.1% (below 65%)

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council is holding a special meeting to act on a consent agenda item: Resolution No. 2024 – V, an agreement with Prairie Village for the Mission Road CARS Project. The council will also enter an executive session to discuss the potential acquisition of real property. A tour of a site at 6400 State Line Rd precedes the meeting.

• Resolution No. 2024 – V: Agreement with Prairie Village for Mission Road CARS Project
• Executive session – potential acquisition of real property
• Pre-meeting tour at 6400 State Line Rd

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear an appeal from David Battey regarding the ARB's July 30, 2024 decision to approve relocation of existing greens fans at Kansas City Country Club (6200 Indian Lane). The BZA will determine if the ARB's decision was reasonable based on the record. No new evidence will be considered.

• Appeal of ARB decision to approve relocation of greens fans in connection with golf course reconfiguration at Kansas City Country Club, 6200 Indian Lane

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will review a consent agenda of three minor residential modifications and several regular agenda items, including a driveway width dispute, a generator, a window well, and two new pool projects. The most substantial item is a new pool and pool house at 5934 Overhill Circle (Hadley Burcham), which involves replatting two parcels and expanding a shared private road. A separate pool project at 2209 W 68th Street (Daphne Muchnic) has been continued to the October 8th meeting.

• Consent agenda: window modifications at 3300 Tomahawk Road, porch replacement at 6442 Sagamore Road, outdoor fireplace at 2504 W 70th Terrace
• Matt & Blair Gogel request 18-foot driveway width at 3509 W 68th Street after previous approval required 14 feet
• Hadley Burcham proposes new pool, pool house, and patio with shared road expansion at 5934 Overhill Circle (substantial project)
• Daphne Muchnic's new pool at 2209 W 68th Street continued to October 8
• Marilyn McConnell returns with changes to previously approved detached garage window well at 5800 High Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding revisions to zoning regulations for the front building line. The body will also discuss plat procedure requirements for side yard setbacks.

• Public hearing on zoning regulation revisions for the Front Building Line
• Discussion of Plat Procedure Requirement for Side Yard Setbacks
• Approval of August 14th meeting minutes

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing requests for home modifications, including window replacements, solar panels, and outdoor living additions. The board will evaluate these projects for compliance with city ordinances and design guidelines.

• Solar panel installation at 2802 W 67th Terrace
• New roof and pergola at 7030 Belinder Avenue
• Patio expansion with outdoor kitchen and hot tub at 2200 W 56th Street
• Garden shed and fence at 6505 Overhill Road requiring a BZA variance
• New 2-story home proposal at 6419 Sagamore Road (continued)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2025 budget and the revenue neutral rate. The body will also consider a five-year review of the stormwater utility fee and a new capital improvement plan.

• Resolution No. 2024 – P: Exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate
• Resolution No. 2024 – R: Adoption of 2025 Budget
• 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution No. 2024 – S: 5-Year Review of Stormwater Utility Fee
• Home Tour Event application for SME SHARE Fundraiser at 6501 High Dr.

The City Council approved the 2025 budget, the stormwater utility fee five-year review, and a contract for the 2025 street and stormwater program. It also approved design guideline revisions for solar panels and windows, and discussed a draft scooter ordinance without final action. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Resolution 2024-P to exceed revenue neutral rate (4-0)
• Approved 2025 budget (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-Q police services contract with Prairie Village (4-0)
• Adopted 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-S stormwater utility fee five-year review (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-T design guideline revisions for solar panels and windows (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-U contract with Water Resources Solutions for 2025 street and stormwater program (4-0)
• Approved Home Tour event application contingent on neighbor notification (4-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Board is reviewing five residential requests for exterior modifications, including a circle driveway and a generator installation. The meeting also includes a resolution to establish routine approval criteria for window wells.

• Proposed circle driveway and driveway replacement at 6520 State Line Road
• Generator installation request at 2335 Guilford Lane
• New windows at the rear of 2312 Tomahawk Road
• Arbor installation over garage at 6439 Overbrook Road
• Resolution to certify certain exterior work, specifically window wells, for routine approval

Park Board

The Park Board will receive maintenance reports from the city arborist and grounds staff. The board will also receive an update on the Eisenhower Pond Master Plan.

• Maintenance reports from Dave Heinen, John McLenon, and Cole Carmack
• Reports from Mission Hills Homes Company, Tomahawk Road Homes Association, and Indian Hills Homes Association
• Eisenhower Pond Master Plan update

The Park Board unanimously approved the June 10, 2024 minutes with corrections. Members received updates on grounds maintenance, including irrigation installations and tree care, and discussed the Eisenhower Pond master plan being developed by engineering firm GBA. No formal votes were taken on new projects; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved June 10, 2024 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Heard update on Eisenhower Pond master plan by GBA
• Discussed potential partnership with Mission Hills Homes Company
• Noted bulb order finalized with replacements for unavailable varieties
• Discussed tree removals and pruning plans for right-of-way trees

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider revisions to design guidelines regarding solar installations, review special use permits for sport courts, and hear a request to replat 5934 Overhill Circle. They will also discuss determining the front building line and approve minutes from July.

• Design guideline revisions re: solar
• Special use permits for sport courts
• Replat of 5934 Overhill Circle
• Determining front building line

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board will discuss five items: changes to previously approved projects (Maffry home, Country Club mechanical buildings), a driveway replacement at 6520 State Line Road, window and door changes at 6500 Aberdeen Road, and solar panels at 2802 W 67th Terrace. Key issues include thin stone veneer compliance, driveway design guideline conflicts, window grille patterns, and screening of solar panels. The solar panels project requires a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• 2721 W 68th St: Proposed thin stone veneer on fireplace instead of full-depth stone
• 6200 Indian Lane: Refined details to Kansas City Country Club mechanical buildings, including removal of cupola and window changes
• 6520 State Line Road: New circle driveway with interior green below recommended width (60 ft vs 80 ft recommended)
• 6500 Aberdeen Road: New windows with grilles between glass (no exterior muntins) and new A/C unit
• 2802 W 67th Terrace: Solar panels on front and side roof slopes not screened from public view; variance required

City Council

The City Council will discuss a contract for creek wall repairs on Ensley Ln. and a 5-year funding contribution to the Johnson County Homeless Services Center. The body will also review a draft ordinance regarding scooters, bikes, and skateboards.

• Resolution No. 2024-M: Contract with LMCC for Repair of Creek Wall on Ensley Ln.
• Resolution No. 2024-O: 5-Year Funding Contribution to Johnson County Homeless Services Center
• Draft Ordinance on Scooters, Bikes, Skateboards (and Electric Versions)
• Resolution No. 2024-N: Amendment to the Cooperation Agreement with Johnson County
• Claims Ordinance No. 1659

The Mission Hills City Council approved a one-year funding contribution to the Johnson County Homeless Services Center, with a 12-month review to decide whether to continue. The council also approved several resolutions, including a contract for creek wall repair and an amendment to a county cooperation agreement. Discussions on a draft e-scooter ordinance were held but no final action was taken.

• Approved Resolution No. 2024-M: Contract with LMCC for repair of creek wall on Ensley Ln. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-N: Amendment to Cooperation Agreement with Johnson County (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-O: 5-Year Funding Contribution to Johnson County Homeless Services Center (5-0) with 12-month review
• Approved Community Engagement Committee Statement of Purpose (5-0)
• Approved Claims Ordinance No. 1659 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 8, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance requests: a garage addition at 2315 W. 65th St., a back patio replacement at 3509 W. 68th St., and a side-setback addition at 3800 W. 66th St. The board will also approve minutes from May 29, 2024, and vote on resolutions granting the variances.

• Resolution granting variance for garage addition – 2315 W. 65th St. (Tony & Liz Krsnich)
• Resolution granting variance for back patio replacement – 3509 W. 68th St. (Matt & Blair Gogel)
• Application for variance for addition in side setback – 3800 W. 66th St. (Adam & Jill Tilton)
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 29, 2024

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved minutes from May 29, 2024, and granted variances for a garage addition at 2315 W. 65th St. and a back patio replacement at 3509 W. 68th St., all by 4-0 votes. A variance request for a side setback addition at 3800 W. 66th St. was withdrawn by the applicant after the Board indicated they could not find hardship, as alternative locations existed.

• Approved minutes of May 29, 2024 (4-0)
• Granted variance for garage addition at 2315 W. 65th St. (4-0)
• Granted variance for back patio replacement at 3509 W. 68th St. (4-0)
• Variance request for addition at 3800 W. 66th St. withdrawn by applicant

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing five requests for residential property modifications and golf course infrastructure updates. The board will evaluate compliance with city ordinances and design guidelines regarding lot coverage and greenspace.

• Proposed new detached garage with second-floor living area at 6701 Belinder Avenue
• Driveway replacement at 6417 Verona Road
• Relocation of greens fans at Kansas City Country Club (6200 Indian Lane)
• Reconfiguration of concrete cart paths at Kansas City Country Club (6200 Indian Lane)
• New roof and stoop at 5901 Oakwood Road

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is considering three residential proposals. Item 1 is a replacement HVAC unit at 2700 W 68th St that is non-conforming but qualifies for an exception. Item 2 is a new detached garage at 5800 High Drive that does not meet the greenspace recommendation (63.45% vs 65% minimum). Item 3 is a new detached garage with second-floor living area at 6701 Belinder Ave that requires interpretation of height and area design guidelines and a drainage study due to added impervious surface.

• Replacement HVAC at 2700 W 68th St: non-conforming side-yard placement, exception allowed per code
• New detached garage at 5800 High Drive: greenspace at 63.45% below recommended 65%
• Two-story detached garage at 6701 Belinder Ave: first-floor footprint 676 sq ft, dripline 820 sq ft, height 18.5 ft; needs design guideline interpretation
• Drainage study required for 6701 Belinder Ave due to adding over 1,000 sq ft impervious surface
• Variance not required for HVAC replacement per section 5-128.C.1

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding revisions and clarifications to design guidelines. The meeting also includes an update on solar-related guidelines and an introduction to special use permits for sport courts.

• Public Hearing – Design Guideline Revisions/Clarifications
• Approval of May 8th Planning Commission Minutes
• Update on Design Guideline Revisions regarding Solar
• Introduction to Special Use Permits for Sport Courts

City Council

The City Council will review the 2025 budget and set public hearings for September 9, 2024. The agenda also includes presentations on police salary adjustments and a request for proposals for a Comprehensive Plan Update.

• 2025 Budget review and setting Sept 9 public hearings
• Police salary adjustments and 2025 Police Budget presentation
• Request for Proposals for the Comprehensive Plan Update
• Discussion on scooters, bikes, and skateboards
• Executive Session regarding potential real property acquisition

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several residential construction proposals for the Mission Hills community. These items include garage additions, driveway replacements, and window reconfigurations. Some projects are flagged for discussion due to deviations from established design guidelines.

• Driveway replacement with colored concrete at 6445 Seneca Road
• Rear addition, patio, and outdoor kitchen at 2204 W 59th Street
• Addition to an existing detached garage at 6320 Belinder Avenue
• Window replacements and reconfigurations at 1901 W 68th Street
• Driveway extension at 6716 Cherokee Lane

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding revisions to design guidelines. The agenda includes updates on solar energy guidelines and an introduction to special use permits for sport courts. Additionally, the commission will review a request for proposals for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Review.

• Public hearing on design guideline revisions/clarifications
• Update on solar energy design guideline revisions
• Introduction to special use permits for sport courts
• Request for proposals for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Review
• Approval of May 8th meeting minutes

Park Board

The Mission Hills Park Board met on June 10, 2024, to approve minutes and review maintenance reports from grounds staff and the city arborist. The agenda included updates from local homes associations and a discussion on a potential sign donation for Eddy Island. The board noted that annual planting orders are due in September.

• Approval of minutes from May 7, 2024
• Maintenance reports from Dave Heinen, John McLenon, and Cole Carmack
• Potential sign donation for Eddy Island
• Reminder that annual plantings orders are due in September
• Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 3rd at Noon at City Hall

City Council

The City Council will discuss resolutions regarding an engineering contract for the Eisenhower Pond Project and a construction contract at 67th and State Line Road. The agenda also includes a discussion on scooters, bikes, and skateboards.

• Engineering contract for Eisenhower Pond Project (Resolution No. 2024–K)
• Kissick Construction contract for stormwater pipe at 67th and State Line Road (Resolution No. 2024–L)
• Discussion on scooters, bikes, and skateboards
• Review of Belinder Low Water Crossing

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several proposals for residential property modifications, including driveway expansions and new additions. The board is also considering multiple projects at the Mission Hills Country Club involving clubhouse and parking area upgrades. Some residential items require variances from the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Clubhouse deck expansion and new golf pavilion at 5400 Mission Drive
• New asphalt parking area and retaining wall at 5400 Mission Drive
• Residential driveway expansions at 1910 W 67th Terrace and 3810 W 66th Street
• Sunroom addition at 3800 W 66th Street requiring a side yard variance
• Addition and spa installation at 2040 W 59th Street requiring multiple variances

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Mission Hills Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to approve minutes, grant two previously reviewed variances, and hear two new variance applications. The board will decide on replacing a nonconforming pool deck, a fence replacement, a garage setback variance, and a patio setback variance. All items are routine zoning matters; no major policy changes are on the agenda.

• Variance to replace nonconforming pool deck at 2101 W. 70th St. (Matt Benson and Pia Nitzschke)
• Variance for fence replacement at 6646 Wenonga Ter. (Richard and Mary Sloss)
• Variance for 25% lot width setback for garage replacement at 2315 W. 65th St. (Tony and Liz Krsnich)
• Variance from 20-foot side yard setback to replace back patio at 3509 W. 68th St. (Matt and Blair Gogel)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board will review five residential exterior modification proposals, including door replacements, dormers, window changes, and a whole-home remodel. The Egli project at 2810 W 68th Street, continued from a prior meeting, involves a significant remodel with additions and a new roof, and staff recommend discussion on scale and roof pitch. All other projects are noted as compliant with ordinances and design guidelines.

• Egli whole home remodel with additions, covered porch, outdoor kitchen (2810 W 68th St)
• Ward attic dormers and new DaVinci faux shake roof (6430 Wenonga Terrace)
• Burton front and rear door replacement with glass and ironwork (5708 State Line Rd)
• John/Paton window modifications including new casement windows (6436 Overbrook Rd)
• Gardner window changes, one removal and two replacements (3416 W 69th St)

Crime and Safety

The Crime Prevention and Safety Committee is meeting to review year-end 2023 and April 2024 crime statistics, and to discuss an informational memo on license plate readers (LPR). The agenda includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting and is otherwise routine.

• Review of 2023 year-end crime statistics
• Review of April 2024 crime statistics
• Informational memo on license plate readers (LPR)

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council is meeting to approve routine items and discuss several new business items, including a contract for streetlights, design guideline revisions, and a sport court ordinance. They will also review the 2023 financial audit and discuss repeat nuisance properties.

• Resolution No. 2024-I: Contract with RS Electric Utility Services for streetlights for the 65th Street Undergrounding Project
• Resolution No. 2024-J: Design guideline revisions for raised first floor elevations, raised outdoor living areas, and wings
• Ordinance No. 1656: Sport Court
• 2023 Financial Audit
• Repeat Nuisance Properties

Planning Commission

The Mission Hills Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed revisions to design guidelines for window muntins and zoning regulations for sport courts. They will also consider approving minutes from the April 10th meeting, discuss old business including solar design guideline updates, and review new business on clarifying existing design guidelines.

• Public hearing on Design Guideline Revision re: Window Muntins
• Public hearing on Revisions to Zoning Regulations re: Sport Courts
• Approve Planning Commission Minutes (April 10th)
• Old Business: Design Guideline Revisions re: Solar - Update
• New Business: Revisions Clarifying Existing Design Guidelines

Park Board

The Mission Hills Park Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear maintenance reports, and discuss new business. Key items include an IHHA proposal for an $18,400 irrigation project at Verona and Norwood, with IHHA funding half if the board pays the other half, and a reminder that bulb orders are due at the next meeting.

• Approval of April 3, 2024 minutes
• Maintenance reports from Dave Heinen (Grounds) and John McLenon (Rosehill Gardens)
• IHHA proposal for irrigation at Verona and Norwood island, $18,400, cost-shared 50/50 with IHHA
• IHHA proposal for Quince at 64th and Mission Road
• Enhanced lighting projects discussed; Flag Island statuary under consideration

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board is meeting to review six residential projects, including a new home, whole home remodel, and various additions and site improvements. Two projects are continuations from previous meetings. The board will also consider a consent agenda item for a generator installation.

• Consent agenda: Generator at 2215 Drury Lane (Jonathan & Sarah Yen)
• Whole home remodel with additions at 2810 W 68th Street (Gabe & Megan Egli) - continued from 3-26-24
• Enclosing screened porch and adding outdoor fireplace at 3716 W 65th Street (Neil Atha)
• Rear addition at 5406 State Line Road (Abigail & Bryce Davis)
• New home with pool and generator at 3516 W 64th Street (Jane & Bryce Jones) - continued from 4-23-24

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Mission Hills Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider three variance applications: a resolution to deny a variance for two pole lights at 6506 State Line Rd., a request to replace a deck around a pool at 2101 W. 70th St., and a request to replace a fence at 6646 Wenonga Ter. The board will also approve minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting. Testimony is limited to evidence presented to the Architectural Review Board.

• Resolution to deny variance for two pole lights at 6506 State Line Rd. (Shane Schaffer)
• Variance application to replace deck around pool at 2101 W. 70th St. (Matt Benson and Pia Nitzschke)
• Variance application to replace fence at 6646 Wenonga Ter. (Richard and Mary Sloss)
• Approval of minutes from March 27, 2024 meeting

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board is reviewing ten residential proposals, including exterior changes, new homes, additions, and landscape plans. Several projects require variances from the Board of Zoning Appeals, and two are continued from the April 9th meeting. The board will also consider design guideline compliance and city arborist recommendations.

• New home at 3516 W 64th Street (Bryce & Jane Jones)
• Addition, detached garage, pool and patio at 2225 Stratford Road (Philip & Amy Goforth)
• Rear wing addition, window changes, pool patio at 5923 Overhill Road (Tom & Molly Freeman)
• Outdoor kitchen, pool, hot tub, patio expansion at 6130 Ensley Lane (William & Mary Beth Zollars) - continued
• Fence replacement at 6646 Wenonga Terrace (Richard & Mary Sloss) - continued

Planning Commission

The Mission Hills Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes from February 14th and discuss two items: revisions to design guidelines regarding window muntins (old business) and a new item on pickleball courts. No decisions are listed on the agenda; these are discussion items.

• Approve Planning Commission Minutes (February 14th)
• Design Guideline Revisions re: Window Muntins
• Pickleball Courts

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board will review five residential projects, including a continued outdoor kitchen/pool/hot tub/patio addition, a fence replacement, a driveway and patio replacement, a detached garage/pool/deck project, and a continued driveway replacement. Several projects require variances from the Board of Zoning Appeals, and two are considered substantial construction. The board will also discuss design guideline compliance for each proposal.

• Zollars: outdoor kitchen, pool, hot tub, expanded patio at 6130 Ensley Lane (continued)
• Sloss: fence replacement at 6646 Wenonga Terrace, variance of 30 ft and 19 ft required
• Gogel: driveway and patio replacement at 3509 W 68th St, variance of 12.94 ft required
• Howard: detached garage, pool, deck, fire pit at 2711 W 67th St, variance of 5.7 ft required
• Pierce: driveway and stone wall replacement at 6333 Verona Road (continued)

City Council

The City Council will review financial reports for the first quarter and address various city business. Items include a contract for capital improvement projects and an agreement regarding 65th Street.

• Resolution No. 2024 – F: Agreement with Charter for Undergrounding 65th Street
• Resolution No. 2024 – H: Contract with LMCC for 2024 Capital Improvement Projects
• Homes Tour Application: 5930 Oakwood
• March Financial Report and 1st Quarter Financial Analysis

Park Board

The Mission Hills Park Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive maintenance reports, and discuss old business including landscaping for Colonial Court. They will also review new proposals from homes associations, including safety bollards and landscaping islands, and plan for future projects.

• Landscaping for Colonial Court
• TRHA Proposals: Three Trails Island at 69th Terrace/Romany and State Line Road; Island at 69th Terrace/Overhill
• IHHA Proposal: 67th & Tomahawk
• MHHC Proposal: Safety Bollards for Colonial Court

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Mission Hills Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider four variance requests and one appeal denial. Items include patio extension, pool deck, pole lights, and a generator location appeal. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting. Testimony is limited to evidence already presented to the Architectural Review Board.

• Variance for Jason & Claire Cunningham at 2340 Guildford Ln. to extend a patio with outdoor grill and firepit
• Variance for Timothy & Amantha Burgess at 6535 Belinder Ave. to build a new pool deck
• Denial of appeal by David & Diane Zimmer at 5924 High Dr. regarding ARB decision on new generator location
• Variance request by Shane Schaffer at 6506 State Line Rd. for two new pole lights
• Approval of minutes from January 31, 2024 meeting

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board will review ten residential projects, including a new home with a pool, a country club restroom building, and several patio, driveway, and window replacements. Two projects are continuations from prior meetings, and one application was withdrawn. The board will also consider design guideline compliance and a required variance for one garage rebuild.

• New 2-story home with pool at 5650 High Drive (Jon & Kelly Lambert)
• New restroom building at Kansas City Country Club, 6200 Indian Lane
• Garage rebuild requiring variance at 2315 W 65th St (Tony & Liz Krsnich)
• Outdoor kitchen, pool, and hot tub at 6130 Ensley Lane (William & Mary Beth Zollars)
• Driveway replacement at 6333 Verona Road (Brooks & Amy Pierce)

Planning Commission

The Mission Hills Planning Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from February 14th and discuss two items: revisions to design guidelines regarding window muntins (old business) and a new item on pickleball courts. No decisions are listed; these are discussion items.

• Approve Planning Commission Minutes (February 14th)
• Design Guideline Revisions re: Window Muntins
• Pickleball Courts

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board will review ten residential projects, including a new home with a pool, a country club restroom building, and several home additions and replacements. One project was withdrawn, and several are continuations from prior meetings. The board will also consider design guideline compliance and a required variance for one garage rebuild.

• New 2-story home with 6,460 sq ft footprint and pool at 5650 High Drive (Jon & Kelly Lambert)
• New restroom accessory building at Kansas City Country Club, 6200 Indian Lane
• Garage rebuild requiring variance at 2315 W 65th Street (Tony & Liz Krsnich)
• Outdoor kitchen, pool, hot tub, and patio expansion at 6130 Ensley Lane (William & Mary Beth Zollars)
• Driveway replacement at 6333 Verona Road (Brooks & Amy Pierce)

Park Board

The Park Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear maintenance reports, and discuss old business including the completed IHHA Island Lighting Project and the Colonial Court East End Redesign Phase II. They will also receive team reports and are asked to bring project proposals and cost estimates to create a 2-3 year plan for homes associations. New business includes a FYI on the city's 2024 Capital Improvement Projects and completing drivearounds before the April 2nd meeting.

• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2023
• Maintenance reports from Dave Heinen, John McLenon, and Jesse Kirk
• IHHA Island Lighting Project #2 complete
• Colonial Court East End Redesign Phase II discussion
• Request for project proposals and cost estimates for 2-3 year plan

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 4, 2024, addressing public safety updates, financial reports, and several new ordinances and resolutions. Key items include ordinances on firearm possession while under the influence, allowing alcohol at city events, and a resolution revising design guidelines for solar panels. The council will also discuss repeat nuisance properties and enter an executive session for a personnel matter.

• Ordinance No. 1652 – Possession of a Firearm while Under the Influence
• Ordinance No. 1653 – Allowing Alcohol at City Events in 2024
• Resolution No. 2024 – F: Design Guideline Revision re: Solar Panels
• Resolution No. 2024 – E: Professional Services Agreement with Kim Bomberger for Consulting Arborist Services
• Resolution No. 2024 – G: City Administrator Compensation

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board will review five property proposals, including a garage addition, new racquet courts and bubbles at two country clubs, an outdoor kitchen and pool, and a driveway expansion. The board will also consider design guideline compliance and potential variances. The meeting includes items continued from a previous session.

• Garage addition and driveway reconfiguration at 2911 W 68th Street (Jones)
• New racquet courts, bubble, and roadway updates at Mission Hills Country Club (5400 Mission Drive)
• New racquet courts, bubbles, and mechanical buildings at Kansas City Country Club (6200 Indian Lane)
• Outdoor kitchen, pool, hot tub, and patio expansion at 6130 Ensley Lane (Zollars)
• Driveway expansion at 3417 Tomahawk Road (Staker)

Planning Commission

The Mission Hills Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve revisions to the city's design guidelines, including changes related to solar panels, wings on homes, and window muntins. A public hearing is scheduled for the proposed solar panel and wing changes. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the January 10th meeting.

• Public hearing on proposed design guideline changes for solar panels and wings on a home
• Discussion of design guideline revisions for solar panels
• Discussion of design guideline revisions for wings on a home
• Discussion of design guideline revisions for window muntins
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from January 10th

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board will review nine residential and club projects, including a new home, remodels, and additions. One project was withdrawn, and one was continued to a later meeting. The board will also consider a variance request for a pool deck that violates setback rules.

• Kansas City Country Club: new racquet courts, pickleball courts, bubbles, and mechanical buildings at 6200 Indian Lane
• Gabe & Megan Egli: whole house remodel at 2810 W 68th Street, with roof pitch and scale concerns
• Matt Benson & Pia Nitzschke: pool deck replacement at 2101 W 70th Street requires variance for side yard setback
• William & Mary Beth Zollars: outdoor kitchen, pool, hot tub, and patio at 6130 Ensley Lane
• Stuart & Megan Maffry: new home at 2721 W 68th Street, revised per ARB stipulations

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council is holding its regular February meeting with routine approvals, year-end reports, and several new business items. The council will consider contracts for engineering services, annual flowers, insurance renewal, and a design update for a failed creek wall on Ensley Lane, plus discuss nuisance properties and a new staff position.

• Claims Ordinance No. 1650
• 2024 Time & Material Contract with GBA for engineering services
• Resolution 2024-B: Contract with Rosehill Gardens for 2024 annual flowers
• Resolution 2024-D: Contract with Water Resources Solutions to update design for failed creek wall on Ensley Lane (north of 63rd Street)
• Resolution 2024-C: Property, liability, workers compensation insurance renewal

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Mission Hills Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider three variance applications for residential property changes (a pool deck replacement, a patio extension, and a new patio room with pool deck) and to hear an appeal of an Architectural Review Board decision denying a generator location. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and a resolution granting a variance.

• Resolution granting variance to Thomas & Susan Shortell at 2202 W. 69th Ter. to replace a pool deck
• Variance application by Jason & Claire Cunningham at 2340 Guildford Ln. to extend a patio with outdoor grill and firepit
• Variance application by Timothy & Amantha Burgess at 6535 Belinder Ave. for a new patio room with bar-b-que island and pool deck
• Appeal by David & Diane Zimmer at 5924 High Dr. of ARB decision denying proposed generator location

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing two residential projects. One involves a rear addition and window modifications, while the other is a proposal for a new 4,050 sq. ft. home.

• Proposed rear addition and window/door modifications at 2601 W 64th Street
• Proposed new 1-story Prairie School style home at 2721 W 68th Street
• New home construction includes a 926 sq. ft. garage and 510 sq. ft. of covered porches
• Variance required for the 2721 W 68th Street project

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board is meeting to review six items, including changes to previously approved projects, new light fixtures, and a new house with a pool and outdoor kitchen. The board will also consider a variance for two front-yard light poles and discuss window replacements. The agenda includes both new requests and continuations from the January 2nd meeting.

• New 2-story house with pool, outdoor kitchen, and generator at 2111 Stratford Road (lot coverage 4,532 sf, greenspace 65.1%)
• Variance request for two 7-ft, 12-in diameter light poles at 6506 State Line Road (code allows 6-ft, 4-in pole)
• Change to previously approved driveway project at 6506 State Line Road (new walkway installed without approval)
• Window replacement at 2711 W 68th Street (two windows installed without ARB review)
• Change to previously approved pool/outdoor kitchen at 5930 Oakwood Road (thin brick veneer instead of full-depth brick)

Planning Commission

The Mission Hills Planning Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss design guidelines for solar panels, wings on homes, and window muntins. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Approve minutes from December 13th meeting
• Discuss design guidelines for solar panels
• Discuss design guidelines for wings on a home
• Discuss design guidelines for window muntins

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council is meeting to approve routine items including claims, 2024 time and material contracts, and a contract for the 2024 Street/Stormwater Program. They will also receive reports on police, fire, finances, and discuss old and new business items.

• Claims Ordinance No. 1649
• 2024 Time & Material Contracts with Todd Ault, LMCC, Lamp Rynearson, Water Resources Solutions, BHC, and tree service providers
• Resolution No. 2024-A: Contract with Water Resources Solutions for 2024 Street/Stormwater Program
• Discussion of Repeat Nuisance Properties
• 2023 List of City Accomplishments

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board will review five property applications, including a new house with pool and outdoor kitchen at 2111 Stratford Road, a patio/outdoor kitchen/pool project at 6535 Belinder Avenue, and a variance request for front-yard light poles at 6506 State Line Road. Two items are continuances to January 16. The board will also discuss window replacements at 2711 W 68th Street and a door removal at 2519 W 70th Terrace.

• New 2-story house, pool, outdoor kitchen at 2111 Stratford Road (4,306 sq ft footprint, 65.1% greenspace)
• Patio room, outdoor kitchen, pergola, pool coping replacement at 6535 Belinder Avenue (requires variances for side yard and patio setbacks)
• Two 7-foot light poles at 6506 State Line Road (violates code, variance required)
• Two front windows at 2711 W 68th Street (installed without ARB review, muntin pattern discussion)
• Removal of exterior door at 2519 W 70th Terrace