Mission Hills public meetings in 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a continued application for a patio, sport court, and decorative walls. The board will determine if a previous Architectural Review Board decision was reasonable based on the existing record.

• Variance request for decorative walls in the front yard at 2411 W 70th Terrace
• 13.1-foot variance request for patio replacement at 2411 W 70th Terrace
• 3.75-foot variance request for sport court replacement at 2411 W 70th Terrace
• Approval of October 29, 2025 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved the minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting. It also voted unanimously to continue the variance application submitted by Jeremy and Callie Bennett for patio, sport court replacement and decorative walls.

• Approved October 29, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Continued Bennett variance application (5-0)

Park Board

The board will consider a proposal from the Indian Hills Homes Association to improve Eddy Island, including removal of triangle beds, soil, plant material, and steel edging, installation of a limestone drainage base, fabric separator, and 3‑4 inches of decomposed granite fill, at a cost of $4,238.00. The board will also review and adopt the 2026 Park Board calendar.

• Eddy Island improvements – removal of beds, soil, plant material, steel edging; limestone drainage base, fabric separator, 3‑4 in. granite fill; cost $4,238.00
• Review and adoption of the 2026 Park Board calendar

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several residential property modifications and one city project. The board will consider requests for additions, landscaping, and exterior updates. Two items are continued from the December 2, 2025, meeting.

• 6215 Ensley Lane: replacing doors and windows
• 1901 W 68th Street: hot tub
• 2400 Tomahawk Road: new retaining walls and drainage
• Colonial Court: installation of bollards by the City of Mission Hills
• 2901 W 69th Street: home additions, pool, patio, pergolas, and outdoor kitchen

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council will vote on a 2025 budget amendment and adopt three new ordinances covering traffic, public offenses, and rental licensing. It will also consider resolutions for the 2026 street‑tree pruning program and a property‑condition assessment at 6400 State Line Road. Additional items include routine approvals such as minutes, oath of office, and a public safety police report.

• 2025 Budget Amendment (New Business item A)
• Ordinance No. 1694: Standard Traffic Ordinance
• Ordinance No. 1695: Uniform Public Offense Code
• Resolution No. 2025-NN: Contracts with Happy Lemon Tree Service, Van Booven Tree Care and Wellnitz Tree Care, Inc. for 2026 street‑tree pruning
• Resolution No. 2025-OO: Contract with SixTwentyOne for property condition assessment of 6400 State Line Road

The council approved the minutes from the November 10 and 24 meetings (4‑0). Councilmembers approved Caroline Moran to fill Mayor Andy Weed’s remaining council term (5‑0). The council elected Bill Bruning as Council President (5‑0).

• Approved November 10 and 24 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Caroline Moran to complete council term (5-0)
• Elected Bill Bruning as Council President (5-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will consider several residential improvement proposals, including patio and kitchen additions at multiple addresses. The most significant item is the remodel at 2901 W 69th Street, which violates a side‑yard setback requirement and therefore needs variances from the Board of Zoning Appeals. The board will review compliance with the city code and design guidelines for each project.

• Jeff & Joey Slutskiy – 2221 W 63rd Street – change to previously approved front door style
• Spencer & Jennifer Jones – 6508 Belinder Avenue – interior remodel with door and window modifications
• William & Patricia Willhite – 6520 Overhill Road – new covered patio, outdoor fireplace, and kitchen
• Clifford & Anne Gall – 5835 High Drive – new patio, pergola, outdoor fireplace, and kitchen
• Kristie & Mark Clifft – 2901 W 69th Street – whole‑house remodel with pool, patio, and required zoning variances

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a request regarding a Holiday Homes Tour event. The item is listed under new business.

• Kappa Kappa Gamma Holiday Homes Tour Event at 6440 Belinder Avenue

The City Council approved the Kappa Kappa Gamma Holiday Homes Tour at 6440 Belinder Avenue. The event fee was set at $250, higher than the standard $150 but lower than the $1,500 late fee. The motion passed unanimously, 5‑0.

• Approved Kappa Kappa Gamma Holiday Homes Tour Event at 6440 Belinder Ave with $250 fee (5-0)
• Authorized installation of No Parking signs near the driveway per neighbor request

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several residential projects, including a new home construction requiring a zoning variance. The board will also consider a variety of home improvements such as window replacements, patio installations, and additions.

• New home construction at 6544 Wenonga Circle (variance required from Board of Zoning Appeals)
• Second-story addition and A/C unit relocation at 2710 Verona Terrace
• Mud room addition at 6235 Mission Drive
• New patio and outdoor fireplace at 2111 W 69th Terrace
• Generator screening with boxwoods at 5832 High Drive

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council will consider two contract resolutions: one for a 2026 IT services agreement with Johnson County and another for window replacements at City Hall by Pirotte Restoration. The meeting also includes updates on sidewalk material feedback, potential pedestrian improvements on 69th Street, and a discussion of short‑term rental enforcement. Additional items such as police reports, financial reports, and staff reports are on the agenda.

• Resolution No. 2025-LL: 2026 IT Services Agreement with Johnson County
• Resolution No. 2025-MM: Contract with Pirotte Restoration and Repair for Window Replacements at City Hall
• 63rd Street Sidewalk Single Segment (Wenonga to Aberdeen) – alternate material and resident feedback
• 69th Street (Belinder to Tomahawk) – potential pedestrian improvements and traffic calming
• Short Term Rentals – enforcement policy discussion

The City Council approved the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. The council also approved the consent agenda, which includes Claims Ordinance No. 1691, by a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Claims Ordinance No. 1691 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider proposed changes to the Design Guidelines for greenspace. The commission will also review and potentially adopt revisions to design guidelines on greenspace, sport courts, and the height of homes with flat roofs, as well as discuss draft Comprehensive Plan revisions that include Mission Hills history and a Transportation/Mobility Plan. Additionally, the meeting will include approval of the commission minutes from September 10, 2025 and October 8, 2025.

• Public hearing on proposed changes to Design Guidelines – Greenspace
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes – September 10, 2025
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes – October 8, 2025
• Revision to Design Guideline – Greenspace (old business)
• Revision to Design Guideline – Height of Homes with Flat Roofs (old business)

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a variance application for a property at 2411 W 70th Terrace. The board will determine if a previous Architectural Review Board decision was reasonable based on the existing record.

• Variance request for decorative walls in the front yard at 2411 W 70th Terrace
• 13.1-foot variance request for patio replacement at 2411 W 70th Terrace
• 3.75-foot variance request for sport court replacement at 2411 W 70th Terrace
• Approval of minutes from Sept 24, 2025 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0 vote. It also voted 3‑0 to continue the variance application for a patio, sport‑court replacement and decorative walls at 2411 W 70th Terrace.

• Approved September 24, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Continued variance application for patio & sport‑court replacement (3-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will consider a consent agenda of minor front‑entry changes for several properties. It will discuss substantive proposals including an enclosed screened porch, a circular driveway replacement, and multiple variance requests for a patio, sport court, and decorative walls. The board will note ordinance compliance issues and design‑guideline recommendations for each item.

• Multiple variances required for patio, sport court, and decorative walls at 2411 W 70th Terrace
• Variance required for demolition and new patio, putting green, and outdoor kitchen at 5809 Brookbank Lane
• Enclosure of screened porch with floor‑to‑ceiling windows at 3216 W 68th Street
• Replacement of circular driveway (does not meet design‑guideline size) at 3309 Tomahawk Road
• Consent agenda front‑door redesign at 6632 Wenonga Road

City Council

The council will approve the September 8 minutes, review police and fire reports, and consider a consent agenda that includes a claims ordinance and a snow/ice control contract. It will also discuss a new ordinance to permit alternates on the Planning Commission, and hear staff reports and the mayor’s comments.

• Approval of minutes from the September 8 council meeting
• Police and fire reports under Public Safety
• Claims Ordinance No. 1689 (Consent Agenda item)
• Snow/Ice control contract with Driscoll Turf Care for sidewalks from Belinder‑Tomahawk to City Limit and 63rd Street
• Ordinance No. 1690 to allow alternates on Planning Commission membership

The council approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes, first 4‑0 and then with edits 5‑0. The board unanimously approved keeping the fire department mill levy at its current level, which will create an estimated $400,000 shortfall over the next five years. No other motions were voted on.

• Approved September 8 minutes (4-0)
• Approved revised September 8 minutes with edits (5-0)
• Approved maintaining the current fire department mill levy (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold a joint meeting to review a draft Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and is open to the public.

• Review Draft Comprehensive Plan
• Joint meeting of Planning Commission and City Council

City Council

The joint meeting of the Planning Commission and City Council will address new business. The body will review the Draft Comprehensive Plan. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Review Draft Comprehensive Plan

Park Board

The Park Board will review maintenance reports and project updates from various homes associations. The board is scheduled to discuss new designs for Colonial Court bollards and receive an update on Eisenhower Pond.

• Discussion of new designs for Colonial Court bollards
• Eisenhower Pond update from Strata
• Transition discussion with Paul Benson
• Spring 2026 planting notices and mulching coordination
• Annual trimming postcard scheduled for December or January

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing four residential project applications. The board will consider requests for a home addition, a new patio, a footbridge repair, and the replacement of backyard stoops.

• Home addition and covered rear patio at 2035 Drury Lane
• New patio and open fire pit at 6420 Wenonga Terrace
• Footbridge repair using fiberglass and composite wood at 2101 Shadow Lane
• Replacement of backyard stoops with synthetic wood at 3519 W 63rd Street

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will approve the minutes from its September 3, 2025 meeting. It will deny a 3-inch fence‑height variance request from Robert and Jennifer Ludington at 2711 W 66th Terrace. It will approve a 6-foot side‑yard setback variance for a garage addition for Alex Kopulos at 2701 W 69th Street. The board will also approve an appeal of an Architectural Review Board decision regarding fan restrictions at the Kansas City Country Club greens.

• Deny 3‑inch fence height variance for 2711 W 66th Terrace (Robert and Jennifer Ludington)
• Approve 6‑foot side‑yard setback variance for garage addition at 2701 W 69th Street (Alex Kopulos)
• Approve appeal of ARB decision on fan temperature, time, and date restrictions at Kansas City Country Club (greens 11 and 12)
• Approve minutes from the September 3, 2025 BZA meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the September 3 minutes (3‑0). It denied a 3‑inch fence‑height variance for the Ludingtons (3‑0). It approved a 6‑foot side‑yard setback variance for Alex Kopulos (3‑0). It also approved David Battey's appeal of an ARB decision (3‑0).

• Approved September 3 minutes (3-0)
• Denied 3-inch fence‑height variance for 2711 W 66th Terrace (3-0)
• Approved 6-foot side‑yard setback variance for 2701 W 69th Street (3-0)
• Approved appeal of ARB decision for 5739 Windsor Drive (3-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will decide among three design options to replace the existing driveway and add a new parking area at 2600 Verona Road. The proposals include different driveway widths and parking configurations, with greenspace calculations provided for each option. The board will also note that a drainage study is required for this property. Additional items on the agenda include window, garage, roof, solar panel, and front‑entry projects at other residences.

• 2600 Verona Road – replace driveway and add new parking area (three design options)
• 2409 W 69th Street – redesign front entry, add garage addition, replace windows, doors, and siding
• 2315 W 65th Street – relocate and narrow windows, raise garage doors to 8 ft, add landing
• 2410 W 64th Street – replace two garage doors with a single large door and install a generator
• 5625 Pembroke Lane – replace 19 windows with new units of similar size

Planning Commission

The Mission Hills Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to design guidelines for large flat roofs and a proposed amendment to zoning regulations concerning Commission membership. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting. Additional old‑business items include discussion of sport courts, greenspace design guidelines, and height standards for homes with flat roofs.

• Proposed changes to Design Guidelines re: large flat roofs (public hearing)
• Proposed change to Zoning Regulations re: Planning Commission membership (public hearing)
• Approve Planning Commission Minutes – August 13, 2025
• Old Business – Sport Courts
• Old Business – Review Design Guideline re: Greenspace

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will review several residential improvement applications, including a covered porch at 2710 Verona Terrace, a new sidewalk at 1900 Stratford Road, and multiple driveway and patio modifications. The board will discuss compliance with the Mission Hills Code and Design Guidelines, noting that the Jones project at 3516 W 64th Street reduces greenspace below the recommended level and that the Smith driveway at 3223 W 67th Street exceeds width guidelines. A previously withdrawn bollard proposal for Colonial Court will also be noted.

• Covered porch, relocated HVAC, and bay window at 2710 Verona Terrace (Olivia & William Lynn)
• New 4‑ft concrete sidewalk connecting rear yard to circle driveway at 1900 Stratford Road (Susan & Scott Brown)
• Reduced patio and outdoor kitchen at 5515 Mission Drive (Reddin Living Trust)
• Jones' patio expansion of ~10 ft and added wing wall at 3516 W 64th Street, lowering greenspace below 65 % recommendation
• Smiths' driveway replacement widening to up to 30 ft at 3223 W 67th Street, exceeding 12‑ft width guideline

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2026 budget and a police services contract with Prairie Village. The meeting also includes routine approvals, capital plan adoption, and discussions on building code fines, park use permits, and low water crossing maintenance.

• Resolution No. 2025-HH: Police Services Contract with Prairie Village
• Resolution No. 2025-JJ: Adoption of 2026 Budget
• Adopt 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordinance No. 1687: Revision to escalating fines for building code violations
• Resolution No. 2025-KK: Contract with Water Resources Solutions for low water crossing maintenance at 3 locations

The council voted 5‑0 to approve Resolution No 2025‑II to exceed the revenue neutral rate. It also approved the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. On the consent agenda, the council unanimously approved Claims Ordinance No 1685, the Police Services Contract with Prairie Village (Resolution No 2025‑HH), and adopted the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approved Resolution No 2025‑II to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate (5‑0)
• Approved minutes of the August 11, 2025 council meeting (5‑0)
• Approved Claims Ordinance No 1685 (consent agenda) (5‑0)
• Approved Police Services Contract with Prairie Village (Resolution No 2025‑HH) (5‑0)
• Adopted 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan (5‑0)

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Mission Hills Board of Zoning Appeals will hear four cases: a rear-yard setback variance for a rear wing addition, a fence-height variance, a side-yard setback for a garage, and an appeal of an Architectural Review Board decision on a golf course hole relocation. The board will also approve minutes from the July 30, 2025 meeting.

• Approve rear-yard setback variance for 5910 Oakwood Road
• Review 3-inch fence-height variance request at 2711 W 66th Terrace
• Consider 6-foot side-yard setback variance for 2701 W 69th Street garage addition
• Appeal of ARB decision on hole #11 relocation at Kansas City Country Club, 6200 Indian Lane

The board approved the July 30, 2025 minutes (4‑0). It granted a 7‑foot rear‑yard setback variance for David Dillon and a 6‑foot side‑yard garage variance for Alex Kopulos, both 4‑0. The board denied a 3‑inch fence‑height variance for Robert and Jennifer Ludington (4‑0). It also approved a resolution finding the ARB acted unreasonably and imposing mandatory restrictions on any fan at Green 11 for David Battey (4‑0).

• Approved July 30, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved 7‑foot rear‑yard setback variance for David Dillon (4‑0)
• Denied 3‑inch fence‑height variance for Robert and Jennifer Ludington (4‑0)
• Approved 6‑foot side‑yard garage variance for Alex Kopulos (4‑0)
• Approved resolution finding ARB acted unreasonably and imposing restrictions on fan at Green 11 for David Battey (4‑0)

Park Board

The Park Board is reviewing maintenance reports regarding irrigation, tree health, and drainage. The board will also discuss the withdrawn application for bollards at Colonial Court.

• Completion of drainage project at Three Trails Island
• Installation of concrete bases for new lights at Colonial Court and Verona Circle
• Plan to plant 5–7 additional trees this fall
• Discussion of withdrawn ARB application for Colonial Court bollards

The board approved the May 28 and June 18, 2025 meeting minutes as corrected. It decided to include reminders about ivy removal, nitrogen levels, and stormwater runoff in its newsletters. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 28 and June 18, 2025 minutes (as corrected)
• Decided to add environmental and maintenance reminders to newsletters

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Mission Hills Architectural Review Board (ARB) meets to decide on 11 residential projects, including fence installations, driveway replacements, window updates, and pool renovations. All items are on the consent agenda except two continued projects requiring variances. The board will assess compliance with local design guidelines and zoning codes.

• Heather & Chandler McCray – 3002 W 66th Terrace: Add outdoor fireplace to rear porch
• Kamani & Bharata Lankachandra – 7020 Overhill Road: 6'7" metal fence on retaining wall (requires ARB height approval)
• Sarfina Kankam & Sterling Braun – 2409 W 69th Street: Full home renovation with new siding, windows, garage addition, and front porch
• Andy & Megan Pence – 6335 Wenonga Road: Replace pool, add spa, and install entry marker
• Hadley Burcham – 5934 Overhill Circle: Two generator placement options for approved pool project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss old business regarding residential design and zoning. The body is reviewing guidelines for greenspace and the height of contemporary homes.

• Sport Courts
• Design Guideline review regarding Greenspace
• Design Guidelines regarding Height of Contemporary Homes
• Zoning Regulation revisions for Grass Grid Pavers

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing requests for home improvements, including siding changes, new roofing, and window replacements. One project at 6521 Sagamore Road requires variances from the Board of Zoning Appeals due to patio setback violations.

• 6521 Sagamore Road: Driveway and walkway replacement requiring side and front yard setback variances
• 7000 Belinder Avenue: Proposal for a synthetic wood shake roof
• 2408 W 69th Street: Change of siding material from painted brick to stucco
• 6926 Belinder Avenue: Revised design for a garage addition
• 5923 Overhill Road: Proposed use of painted thin brick for a rebuilt chimney

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating ordinances regarding e-bikes and e-scooters and insurance claim procedures for damaged structures. The body will also review contracts for audio improvements to Council Chambers and road milling and paving.

• Ordinance No. 1684 regarding e-bikes and e-scooters
• Ordinance No. 1683 regarding insurance claim payments for damaged structures
• Resolution No. 2025-FF: Contract with AVI-SPL for Council Chambers audio improvements
• Resolution No. 2025-GG: Contract with Linaweaver Construction, Inc. for road mill and pave
• Claims Ordinance No. 1682

The council approved the July 14 meeting minutes (5‑0) and the consent agenda (5‑0), which contains Claims Ordinance No. 1682. Chief McCullough announced promotions for several police officers. The city provided a financial update on vehicle sales and short‑term debt to fund a church purchase.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda, including Claims Ordinance No. 1682 (5‑0)
• Announced promotion of Josh Putthoff to Captain
• Announced promotion of Sarah Magin to Sergeant
• Announced promotion of Zac Stetzel to Corporal

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review variance requests regarding flagpole specifications and a rear yard setback. The board will also approve minutes from the June 25, 2025 meeting.

• Flagpole and flag variances for Kansas City Country Club at 6200 Indian Lane, including a 15-foot height variance
• Request for a 7-foot rear yard setback variance for a rear wing addition at 5910 Oakwood Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the minutes from June 25, 2025. It then approved a resolution granting the Kansas City Country Club a variance to relocate its flagpole, install a 10‑by‑15‑foot flag, allow a second flag pending staff approval, and raise the flagpole height to 15 feet. Finally, the board approved a 7‑foot rear‑yard setback variance for a rear wing addition at 5910 Oakwood Rd.

• Approved June 25, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved flagpole and flag variances for Kansas City Country Club (4-0)
• Approved 7-foot rear‑yard setback variance for 5910 Oakwood Rd (4-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing seven requests for residential modifications and one city project. Several items require variances from the Board of Zoning Appeals regarding setbacks and fence height.

• 6452 Overbrook Road: Garage wing addition requiring 3.9-foot side yard and 4.9-foot front building line variances
• 2701 W 69th Street: Garage addition and covered porch requiring a 6-foot variance from a platted setback
• Colonial Court: Installation of four black concrete-filled steel bollards to protect statuary
• 2711 W 66th Terrace: Fence replacement requiring a 3-inch variance for a 7-foot 3-inch height
• 2602 W 70th Street: Patio replacement and outdoor kitchen featuring faux stucco

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing requests for home additions, patios, and other exterior changes. Several projects require variances from the Board of Zoning Appeals regarding fence height and rear yard setbacks.

• Fence replacement at 2711 W 66th Terrace requiring a 3-inch height variance
• Rear wing addition at 5910 Oakwood Road requiring a 7-foot rear yard setback variance
• New detached garage, circle driveway, and addition at 3408 W 68th Street
• New back patio at 3300 Tomahawk Road
• Rear home addition at 6424 Ensley Lane

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the 2026 requested budget and scheduling public hearings for September 8, 2025. The body will also consider a contract for a creek wall replacement and revisions to garage design guidelines.

• Contract with Linaweaver Construction for Indian Lane Creek Wall Replacement
• Resolution 2025-BB regarding Prairie Village contract with Paladin for Drone as First Responder
• Resolution 2025-CC for OpenGov permitting and licensing software subscription
• Resolution 2025-DD revising design guidelines for garage location and orientation
• Public hearings set for September 8, 2025, regarding the 2026 Budget and Revenue Neutral Rate

The City Council approved the minutes from the June 9 and June 23, 2025 meetings. The motion was moved by Councilperson Nelson, seconded by Councilperson Bruning, and passed with a 5‑0 vote. No other actions or votes were recorded during the July 14 session.

• Approved June 9 & June 23, 2025 council minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss old business regarding sport courts and design guidelines. The body is reviewing regulations for greenspace and the height of contemporary homes, as well as revisions to zoning for grass grid pavers.

• Review of Design Guideline regarding Greenspace
• Review of Design Guidelines regarding Height of Contemporary Homes
• Proposed revision to Zoning Regulations for Grass Grid Pavers
• Discussion of Sport Courts

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing 10 residential projects involving new construction, additions, and exterior modifications. Several items require variances from the Board of Zoning Appeals regarding fence setbacks and accessory building placement.

• New 3-story home with 3,938 sq. ft. footprint at 5509 Mission Drive
• Rear addition at 6424 Ensley Lane
• Shed at 2026 W 63rd Street requiring a 7-foot side yard variance
• Fence and stair modifications at 3800 W 65th Street requiring an 8-foot setback variance
• Driveway modifications at 6516 Belinder Avenue

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review variance requests for a flagpole installation and a side yard setback resolution. The board will also approve minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting.

• Side yard setback resolution for Linda & Edward Barker at 6731 Overhill Rd. regarding a non-conforming fence
• Application for multiple variances for a flagpole and flag at Kansas City Country Club, 6200 Indian Lane

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It approved a side‑yard setback variance for Linda and Edward Barker at 6731 Overhill Rd., also by 4‑0. It approved in part a set of variances for the Kansas City Country Club at 6200 Indian Lane to relocate a flagpole, allow a 10‑by‑15‑foot flag, permit a second flag pending staff approval, and increase the flagpole height to 15 feet, with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved side‑yard setback variance for 6731 Overhill Rd. (4-0)
• Approved in part flagpole relocation variance for 6200 Indian Lane (4-0)
• Approved 10‑by‑15‑ft flag allowance (4-0)
• Approved conditional second flag pending staff size approval (4-0)
• Approved 15‑ft flagpole height variance (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a resolution regarding the issuance and delivery of taxable General Obligation Temporary Notes, Series 2025-A.

• Resolution No. 2025-AA: Authorizing the Issuance and Delivery of General Obligation Temporary Notes, Series 2025-A

The Mission Hills City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-AA, authorizing the issuance and delivery of General Obligation Temporary Notes, Series 2025-A, to raise $3,355,000. The funds will be used to acquire the church property at 6400 State Line Road. The resolution passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-AA authorizing $3.355M temporary notes (4-0)

Park Board

The Park Board is meeting to review a proposal regarding a donation for the Sunken Garden. The board will also discuss a request from the Tomahawk Road Homes Association for funds to plant annuals on 4 Seasons Island.

• Proposal for Sunken Garden donation
• Tomahawk Road Homes Association request for funds to plant annuals on 4 Seasons Island

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several residential project applications, including home additions and patio replacements. The board will discuss compliance with city design guidelines regarding materials and structure widths.

• Rear wing addition at 3800 W 66th Street
• New front porch, dormers, and garage addition at 6926 Belinder Avenue
• Outdoor kitchen and patio replacement at 2602 W 70th Street
• Retaining wall replacement at 7020 Overhill Road
• Window and door modifications at 6500 Belinder Avenue

Park Board

The Park Board is meeting to review a proposal regarding a donation for the Sunken Garden. The board will also hear reports on special projects, including a request for funds from the Tomahawk Road Homes Association.

• Proposal for Sunken Garden donation
• Tomahawk Road Homes Association request for funds to plant annuals on 4 Seasons Island

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review design guidelines regarding garage location, orientation, and the height of contemporary homes. The body will also discuss sport courts.

• Design Guidelines regarding Garage Location & Orientation
• Discussion on Sport Courts
• Design Guidelines regarding Height of Contemporary Homes

City Council

The City Council will review proposed zoning changes for short-term rentals and the definition of driveways. The body will also consider a preliminary draft of the 2026 budget and operating requirements for electric-assisted vehicles.

• Ordinance 1679: Revision to Zoning Regulations regarding Short Term Rentals
• Ordinance 1680: Revision to Zoning Regulations regarding Definition of Driveway
• Ordinance No. 1677: Operating requirements for electric-assisted bicycles, scooters, and motorized skateboards
• Resolution No. 2025-Y: Contract with STRATA for condition assessment of fountain at 55th Street and Mission Drive
• Resolution No. 2025-Z: Contract with Black & McDonald for painting streetlights

The Mission Hills City Council approved the minutes from the May 12 meeting (5‑0). It also approved Resolution No. 2025, a contract with Genetec for server and software support for license‑plate readers and cameras, costing just over $88,000 (5‑0). The consent agenda, including Claims Ordinance No. 1678, was approved unanimously (5‑0). A preliminary 2026 budget draft was presented but not voted on.

• Approved May 12, 2025 council minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025 – Genetec server/software contract (~$88,000) (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda, including Claims Ordinance No. 1678 (5-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing various residential modification requests, including home additions, porch conversions, and a new construction project. The board will evaluate these proposals for compliance with city ordinances and design guidelines.

• New 3-story home at 5509 Mission Drive with a 3,938 sq. ft. footprint
• Rear wing addition at 3800 W 66th Street
• Rear addition, patio, and fireplace at 6534 Overbrook Road
• New pre-manufactured shed at 2026 W 63rd Street
• Cosmetic remodel and new garage at 6926 Belinder Avenue

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider variance applications for property setbacks and a fence replacement. The board will also review a resolution regarding front yard walls.

• Resolution for walls in front yard at 2221 W 63rd St.
• Variance request for side and rear yard setbacks to enlarge garage wing at 6501 High Dr
• Variance request for side yard setback to replace a non-conforming fence at 6731 Overhill Rd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting. It then approved a variance allowing Jeff and Joey Slutskiy to build a front‑yard wall at 2221 W 63rd St. Finally, it approved a variance for Linda and Edward Barker to replace a non‑conforming fence at 6731 Overhill Rd. All three actions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved front‑yard wall variance for Jeff & Joey Slutskiy, 2221 W 63rd St (5-0)
• Approved side‑yard fence replacement variance for Linda & Edward Barker, 6731 Overhill Rd (5-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several residential property modifications, including fences, roof materials, and home additions. Some projects require variances from the Board of Zoning Appeals regarding setbacks and height restrictions. The board will also consider a flagpole installation for the Kansas City Country Club.

• Kansas City Country Club: Proposed 60-foot flagpole (requires 25-foot variance)
• 2701 W 69th Street: Garage addition (requires 6-foot setback variance)
• 6501 High Drive: 1.5 story garage addition (requires two variances)
• 6731 Overhill Road: 6-foot cedar shadowbox fence (requires setback and height variances)
• 2101 W 59th Street: Proposed pavilion, potting shed, and covered porch

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to zoning regulations regarding grass grid paver systems and short-term rentals. The commission will also discuss old business items including design guidelines for garage location and orientation, short-term rentals, and grass pave parking areas. New business includes design guidelines for the height of contemporary homes, sport courts, and an update on the comprehensive plan process.

• Public hearing: change to zoning regulations for grass grid paver systems and short-term rentals
• Old business: design guidelines for garage location and orientation
• Old business: short-term rentals discussion
• Old business: grass pave parking areas
• New business: design guidelines for height of contemporary homes

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially approve several items including a consent agenda, financial reports, and an ordinance regulating electric-assisted bicycles and scooters. New business includes a presentation of the 2024 financial audit, review of financing recommendations for the purchase of 6400 State Line Road, and related resolutions. An executive session is scheduled for potential acquisition of real property.

• Resolution No. 2025-U: Contract with Genetec for server/software support for LPRs/cameras
• Ordinance No. 1677: Amending Section 3-208 to add operating requirements for electric-assisted bicycles, scooters, motorized bicycles, and motorized skateboards
• Review financing recommendations and resolutions for purchase of 6400 State Line Road
• Resolution No. 2025-W: Project resolution outlining purchase and intent to issue debt
• Executive session for potential acquisition of real property

The City Council approved the minutes of the April 14, 2025 meeting. The vote was 5-0 with all councilpersons in favor. No other actions were voted on during the session.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a financial and strategic planning retreat. They will discuss the long-term financial outlook, including the renewed stormwater utility fee, sales tax sunsets, and reserve fund analysis. The 2026-2030 financial forecast and draft capital improvement program are on the agenda. Other discussion items include Phase V of license plate readers and cameras, building permits, and potential acquisition of 6510 Indian Lane.

• Stormwater utility fee renewal (renewed through Sept 2029)
• 0.25% sales tax dedicated to capital projects sunsets Sept 2028
• Draft Capital Improvement Program 2026-2030 includes mill and pave list, creek wall repair on Indian Lane, and Indian Lane trail
• Phase V of LPRs and Cameras – final installations for all entry/exit locations
• Potential acquisition of 6510 Indian Lane and discussion of 6400 State Line Road (cell tower relocation, utility undergrounding)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will consider five residential projects, including a continued application for a new modern 3-story home at 5509 Mission Drive that raises design guideline and lot coverage issues. Other items include adding shutters to a previously approved home, fence and gate proposals, and a fence/wall replacement. One project (Sperry) has no revised plans yet.

• Andrew Nosti proposes a 3,938 sq ft modern home at 5509 Mission Drive with multiple design guideline non-compliances and a variance required
• Hunter & Anne Harris seek approval to add shutters to their previously approved home at 6400 Indian Lane
• Kevin & Katharine Novak propose a 4-ft iron fence with arched gates at 6320 Belinder Avenue
• Stacey & Robert Winfield replace failing stone wall and fences at 2031 Brookwood Road
• Brett & Angela Sperry continue a project at 6452 Overbrook Road with no revised plans submitted

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is considering seven agenda items, including residential alterations and new construction. Key proposals include a new modern home at 5509 Mission Drive (continued from March), a sport court and pool house at 6708 Cherokee Lane (continued), and several minor modifications. The board will also address a continuance request for 6452 Overbrook Road and a fireplace addition at 6401 Sagamore Road.

• Jan & Susan Creidenberg: proposed fireplace/chimney at 6401 Sagamore Road
• David John & Ricardo Paton: new fence and gate at 6436 Overbrook Road
• Clarke Henry Jr.: replace siding at 6649 Wenonga Road (thin brick veneer discouraged by guidelines)
• Limonada Trust: 10 modifications to previously approved project at 5964 Overhill Road
• Andrew Nosti: new 3-story modern home with rooftop terrace at 5509 Mission Drive (requires variance, continued from March)

City Council

The Mission Hills City Council will review a real estate purchase agreement and a bond sale calendar for 6400 State Line Road. The body is also considering new regulations for e-scooter helmets and a temporary moratorium on sports courts.

• Real Estate Purchase Agreement for 6400 State Line Road
• Ordinance No. 1674: Helmets Required for Motorized E-Scooter
• Temporary Moratorium on Sports Courts
• Resolution No. 2025-P and Q: Change orders for 65th Street Undergrounding project
• Replat of 2101 W 59th St. & 5920 High Dr. utility easement dedication

The City Council approved the March 10 meeting minutes and the consent agenda unanimously. It denied the Sunken Garden park use application for a child's birthday party by a 2‑3 vote. The council also approved the engagement letter to appoint a new conflict counsel by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of March 10, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items (5-0)
• Denied Park Use Application for Sunken Garden birthday party (2-3)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025 – R: Engagement Letter for Conflict Counsel (5-0)

Park Board

This meeting of the Mission Hills Park Board includes maintenance reports, updates on projects for home associations, and new business items. The board will consider approval of specific tree plantings: Scarlett Letter Oaks at the State Line entrance and a Japanese Tree Lilac by the fountain in front of City Hall. Additionally, the board is tasked with beginning work on 2-3 year project plans to share with home associations and will receive an FYI on the city's 2025 Capital Improvement Projects.

• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2025
• Maintenance reports from Dave Heinen (grounds), John McLenon (Rosehill Gardens), and Cole Carmack (city arborist)
• Discussion on developing 2-3 year project plans for home associations (MHHC, TRHA, IHHA)
• FYI on city's 2025 Capital Improvement Projects
• Approval of Scarlett Letter Oaks at State Line and Japanese Tree Lilac at City Hall fountain

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed revisions to design guidelines for garage location/orientation and horizontal massing. The commission will also administer an oath of office to new member Nick Dosanjh, approve previous minutes, and discuss new business including a replat at 2101 W 59th Street & 5920 High Drive, short-term rentals, and grass pave parking areas.

• Public hearing on design guideline revisions for garage location and orientation
• Public hearing on design guideline revisions for horizontal massing style
• Replat application for property at 2101 W 59th Street & 5920 High Drive
• Discussion of short-term rental regulations
• Discussion of grass pave parking areas

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will consider four residential applications: a patio replacement, changes to a previously approved garage addition, a driveway replacement, and a new home construction. The new home project, continued from March 25, requires multiple variances for front yard walls and setbacks. The board will evaluate design guideline compliance for each project.

• Kathleen & Tyler Doehring: replace concrete patio with paver patio at 2318 W 70th Terrace, no conflicts with code.
• Brett & Angela Sperry: revised garage wing addition at 6452 Overbrook Road after BZA denied full variance; still needs 3.9-ft side yard and 4.9-ft front building line variances.
• Cory & Tara Boyle: replace asphalt circle driveway with concrete at 2911 W 66th Terrace; non-conforming use, does not meet design guideline recommendations on dimensions.
• Jeff and Joey Ann Slutskiy: new 2-story home (3,736 sq ft footprint) with pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and retaining walls at 2221 W 63rd Street; requires variance for front yard walls, continued from March 25.

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider variance requests for residential garages and a site wall. The board will also address an appeal regarding the relocation of greens fans at the Kansas City Country Club.

• Denial of 6.8-foot side yard setback variance for subterranean garage at 6430 Wenonga Terrace
• Partial approval of 3.9-foot side yard setback variance for garage wing at 6452 Overbrook Road
• Continuation of appeal regarding Kansas City Country Club greens fans at 6200 Indian Lane
• Front yard setback variance application for a site wall at 2221 W 63rd St.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the February 26, 2025 minutes (5‑0). It denied a side‑yard setback variance for Taylor Ward, approved an in‑part side‑yard variance for Brett & Angela Sperry, continued David Battey’s appeal to the August meeting, and approved a 6‑inch front‑yard retaining‑wall variance for Jeff & Joey Slutskiy (all votes 5‑0).

• Approved February 26, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Denied variance for side yard setback – Taylor Ward (5-0)
• Approved in‑part variance for side yard setback – Brett & Angela Sperry (5-0)
• Continued appeal of ARB decision to August meeting – David Battey (5-0)
• Approved 6‑inch front‑yard retaining‑wall variance – Jeff & Joey Slutskiy (5-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing seven residential project applications. These include a request for a new home construction, several modifications to previously approved projects, and new outdoor amenities.

• New 2-story Colonial Revival home at 2221 W 63rd Street (requires BZA variance)
• Proposed sport court, pool house, and outdoor kitchen at 6708 Cherokee Lane
• Enclosing a porch and replacing a bay window at 3505 W 63rd Street
• Revised pool project and removal of pool house at 5934 Overhill Circle
• New concrete egress window well at 5800 High Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding design guidelines for the number of detached accessory buildings. The body will also discuss guidelines for garage location, orientation, and horizontal massing style.

• Public hearing on Design Guidelines for Number of Detached Accessory Buildings
• Discussion of Design Guidelines for Garage Location & Orientation
• Discussion of Design Guidelines for Horizontal Massing Style
• Discussion of Future City Projects

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will review five residential proposals, including garage door and lighting changes, driveway modifications, window replacement, a large-scale outdoor redevelopment, and a continued landscape plan. The most significant item involves adding multiple accessory buildings and a putting green at 6335 Wenonga Road, which fails to meet the recommended greenspace minimum and accessory building limit. A separate project at 2721 W 68th Street requires a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• 6335 Wenonga Road: new pool cabana, three accessory buildings, retaining walls, and putting green; greenspace at 67.56% (required 70%) and four accessory buildings (recommended two).
• 2721 W 68th Street: landscape plan and hardscape continued from prior meeting, requiring a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals.
• 5939 Overhill Road: changes to previously approved new home, including driveway reconfiguration and rear patio enlargement.
• 5635 High Drive: proposed new garage doors and outdoor lighting.
• 6411 Belinder Avenue: replacement of a rear casement window with a wider triple window.

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including claims, financial resolutions, and a zoning sign definition revision. Old business includes discussion on repeat nuisance properties. New business features a resolution to purchase replacement city vehicles, a real estate purchase agreement for 6400 State Line Road, and a resolution setting city administrator compensation. The meeting will also hold an executive session on a personnel matter.

• Claims Ordinance No. 1671
• Ordinance No. 1670 - Revision to Zoning Regulations re: Sign Definitions
• Resolution No. 2025-L: Purchase of replacement city vehicles
• Resolution No. 2025-M: Real Estate Purchase Agreement for 6400 State Line Road
• Resolution No. 2025-N: City Administrator Compensation

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including claims, bank resolutions, and a zoning revision, and approved resolutions to purchase replacement city vehicles and to appoint Nick Dosanjh to the Planning Commission. The council also discussed nuisance properties, community events, and infrastructure projects, but took no final action on those items. An executive session on personnel was held with no binding action taken.

• Approved minutes of Feb 10 and Feb 18 meetings (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims ordinance, bank resolutions, and zoning revision (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-L for purchase of replacement city vehicles (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Nick Dosanjh to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel matter; no binding action taken

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider variance requests for residential garages and an appeal regarding the relocation of greens fans at the Kansas City Country Club. The board will also address the status of an appeal concerning permit fees and penalties for a property on W. 65th Street.

• Variance request for subterranean garage at 6430 Wenonga Terrace
• Variance request to enlarge garage wing at 6452 Overbrook Road
• Appeal of ARB decision regarding greens fans at Kansas City Country Club (6200 Indian Lane)
• Resolution regarding the dismissal of an appeal for 3800 W. 65th Street
• Appeal of city staff decision to assess permit fees and penalties at 3800 W. 65th Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a resolution rescinding the dismissal of the Trost appeal and then denied the Trost appeal of city staff's permit fee decision, upholding the staff decision with a clarified permit extension. A variance for a subterranean garage at 6430 Wenonga Terrace was denied, while a 3.9-foot side yard setback variance for the Sperry property at 6452 Overbrook Road was approved with conditions. The appeal of the ARB decision regarding Kansas City Country Club greens fans was continued to August 27, 2025.

• Approved minutes of January 29, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved resolution rescinding dismissal of Trost appeal (4-0)
• Denied Trost appeal of city staff permit fee decision, upholding staff decision (4-0)
• Denied variance for subterranean garage at 6430 Wenonga Terrace (4-0)
• Approved 3.9-foot side yard setback variance for Sperry garage at 6452 Overbrook Road, with conditions (4-0)
• Continued appeal of ARB decision on Kansas City Country Club greens fans to August 27, 2025 (4-0)

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will review four residential property requests. Decisions include window replacements, a landscape and hardscape plan, and a rear wing addition with fence modifications.

• 6409 Willow Lane: Replacing rear windows
• 6533 High Drive: Replacing four special-shaped rear windows
• 2721 W 68th Street: Landscape and hardscape plan requiring a 7.5-foot side yard setback variance
• 2020 W 56th Street: Replacing second floor of rear wing, updating windows/doors, and replacing chain link fence with stockade/French Gothic picket

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to address insurance coverage contracts. The council will also enter an executive session to discuss the potential acquisition of real property.

• Resolution No. 2025 – E: Contracts for Insurance Coverage (Property, Liability, Workers Compensation)
• Executive Session regarding potential acquisition of real property

The City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-E to renew insurance coverage (property, liability, workers compensation) with Travelers, despite a slightly higher premium, based on positive past experience. The decision followed a discussion about Midwest Public Risk (MPR) as an alternative, which was tabled for future consideration. The council also discussed adjusting the renewal date to align with the budget process, but no change was made for this cycle. The meeting included an executive session on potential real property acquisition, with no binding action taken.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-E to renew insurance with Travelers (5-0)
• Held executive session for potential real property acquisition (5-0)
• Discussed but did not change insurance renewal date
• Tabled consideration of MPR for future renewal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will decide on approving minutes from October and November 2024. They will discuss revisions to sign definitions in zoning regulations and consider design guidelines for garage location and orientation. New business includes design guidelines for the number of detached accessory buildings and future city projects.

• Approval of October 9 and November 13 meeting minutes
• Revision to sign definitions in zoning regulations
• Design guidelines for garage location and orientation
• Design guidelines for number of detached accessory buildings
• Discussion of future city projects

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will review six residential property modifications, including a garage wing replacement that violates the 10-foot side-yard setback and requires a variance. Other items include a retaining wall of faux stone, a porch enclosure, a new accessory building, and a rear addition. One new-house application is continued to March 11.

• 6452 Overbrook Road: replace garage wing with 2-story wing; requires 3.9-foot side-yard variance from Board of Zoning Appeals
• 6408 Verona Road: enclose previously approved screened porch; window muntins do not match design guidelines
• 2601 W 68th Street: replace retaining wall with faux stone; design guidelines recommend brick, stone, or stucco
• 3416 W 69th Street: new detached accessory building (300 SF) and railing replacement; meets guidelines
• 5509 Mission Drive: new house application continued to March 11 from January 14 meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda for routine items including Claims Ordinance No. 1670 and time-and-material contracts. Old business includes a discussion on repeat nuisance properties and a resolution for a master license agreement with Extenet. New business features a citizen request to change policy on fans at country clubs, a resolution for insurance coverage contracts, a park use application for a wedding, and an executive session on potential real property acquisition. Financial and police reports are also on the agenda.

• Claims Ordinance No. 1670 (consent agenda)
• Repeat Nuisance Properties discussion (Old Business A)
• Resolution No. 2025-D: Master License Agreement with Extenet (Old Business B)
• Request from David Battey (5739 Windsor Drive, Fairway, KS) to consider policy change on fans at country clubs (New Business A)
• Resolution No. 2025-E: Contracts for Insurance Coverage (Property, Liability, Workers Compensation) (New Business B)

The City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-D, a master license agreement with Extenet Systems for installing small cell equipment on seven poles, with a provision for annual Council attendance. The council also approved the consent agenda, a park use application for a wedding, and tabled the insurance contract decision to a special meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and an executive session on potential real property acquisition.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-D: Master License Agreement with Extenet (5-0)
• Approved Claims Ordinance No. 1670 (5-0)
• Approved Additional Time & Material Contracts (5-0)
• Approved Park Use Application for wedding at Verona Columns with off-duty officer and liability insurance (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution No. 2025-E: Contract for Insurance Coverage to special meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a resolution to dismiss an appeal by Dieter & Yassin Trost challenging city staff's assessment of permit fees and penalties for home improvements at 3800 W. 65th Street. They will also approve minutes from December 18, 2024, and receive a status update on a pending appeal regarding fan relocation at the Kansas City Country Club golf course.

• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2024 meeting
• Resolution to dismiss appeal of city staff decision on permit fees/penalties for improvements at 3800 W. 65th Street (appellants: Dieter & Yassin Trost)
• Status update on appeal of ARB decision approving relocation of greens fans at Kansas City Country Club, 6200 Indian Lane (appellant: David Battey, Fairway)
• Previous BZA resolution remanded the ARB decision to consider time/temperature limits on fan at Green #11

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the December 18, 2024 minutes and upheld the City's permit fees and penalties for improvements at 3800 W. 65th Street, allowing a six-month permit extension starting when fees are paid, extending the permit to April 20, 2025. The board also noted it will address the appeal of the ARB decision regarding Kansas City Country Club greens relocation at the February meeting.

• Approved December 18, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Upheld City staff decision on permit fees and penalties for 3800 W. 65th Street (4-0)
• Granted six-month permit extension to April 20, 2025, starting when fees paid (4-0)
• Scheduled appeal of ARB decision on Kansas City Country Club greens for February meeting

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board will consider changes to a previously approved residential project and a proposal for a network of wireless facilities. The board is reviewing design compliance for a home addition and the placement of cellular nodes on city poles.

• Proposed changes to 5923 Overhill Road including a screened-in porch, new brick fireplace, and rotated pool orientation
• Proposal by Ahead Engineering to install 7 small cell wireless facilities on streetlights and utility poles
• Proposed antenna locations including State Park Road, W. 59th Street, Mission Drive, W. 65th Street, Tomahawk Circle, Rainbow, and W. 69th Street

Architectural Review Board (ARB)

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several residential construction projects and a proposal for city-wide cellular antenna installations. The board will also consider site improvements for the Kansas City Country Club.

• Kansas City Country Club: new cart paths, planters, and patio replacement at 6200 Indian Lane
• Ahead Engineering: installation of 7 small cell cellular antennas on streetlights and utility poles
• MOJO Built, LLC: new 2-story Tudor-style home at 6419 Sagamore Road
• Andrew & Allison Remak: second floor addition at 6439 Overbrook Road
• Heather & Chandler McCray: new home at 3002 W 66th Terrace

City Council

The City Council will review a non-binding letter of intent to purchase 6400 State Line Road and discuss updates to communications facility height standards. The body will also consider several 2025 time and material contracts and stormwater agreements with Johnson County.

• Non-Binding Letter of Intent for the purchase of 6400 State Line Road
• Ordinance No. 1669: Amending Height Standards for Communications Facilities
• Resolution No. 2025-A: Agreement with Johnson County for 2025 Belinder Avenue Stormwater Upgrades
• Resolution No. 2025-B: Agreement with Johnson County for a Stormwater System 2025 Inspection Project
• 2025 Time & Material Contracts for architecture, construction, engineering, survey, and tree work

The City Council approved a non-binding letter of intent to purchase the church property at 6400 State Line Road, next to City Hall, with plans for future public input. The council also approved an ordinance amending height standards for communication facilities, a hazard mitigation plan, and several consent agenda items. A master license agreement with Extenet was tabled for further review.

• Approved Non-Binding Letter of Intent for purchase of 6400 State Line Road (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1669 amending height standards for communication facilities (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-C: Region L Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution No. 2025-D: Master License Agreement with Extenet (5-0)
• Approved Claims Ordinance No. 1668 (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Time & Material Contracts (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-A: Agreement with Johnson County for stormwater improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-B: Agreement with Johnson County for stormwater inspection report (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on minutes from October and November meetings, continue discussions on proposed revisions to sign definitions in zoning regulations and design guidelines for garage location and orientation, and consider new design guidelines limiting the number of detached accessory buildings.

• Approval of minutes from October 9th and November 13th meetings
• Revision to sign definitions in zoning regulations
• Design guidelines for garage location and orientation
• Design guidelines for number of detached accessory buildings