Osawatomie public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will discuss a pre-development agreement with Northland Data Centers and an agreement with SFS Architecture for library expansion. The body will also consider an ordinance to increase the number of chickens allowed within city limits.

• Resolution 1337: Pre-Development Agreement with Northland Data Centers
• Ordinance 3878: Increasing the number of chickens permitted in city limits
• Agreement with SFS Architecture for the Library Expansion
• Resolution 1334: Evaluation of traffic control on main trafficways
• Resolution 1340: Support for West Elementary School LIHTC Application

Library Board

The Osawatomie Public Library Board will discuss a $10,000 gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York and review responses from architecture firms regarding facility changes. The board will also approve minutes from November 2025 and review the November 2025 circulation and financial reports.

• Carnegie Corporation of New York $10,000 gift announcement
• Review of Architecture Firm Responses
• Approval of November 2025 minutes
• November 2025 circulation report
• October 2025 financials

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a 2025 budget amendment and the 2025 CDBG closeout. The body will also consider resolutions for the Memorial Hall restoration and a pre-development agreement for Northland Data Centers.

• Public hearing for 2025 Budget Amendment and Ordinance 3877
• Public hearing for 2025 CDBG Closeout
• Pay applications including $183,517.20 for Northland Interceptor Sewer and $96,780.00 for Water Treatment Plant Design
• Resolution 1336 regarding Memorial Hall Restoration
• Resolution 1337 Pre-Development Agreement for Northland Data Centers (no action)

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda and accepted the 2025 CDBG closeout documents. It adopted Ordinance 3877 to amend the 2025 budget and passed Resolution 1335 declaring the city’s current boundaries. The council also approved awarding the Memorial Hall restoration project to Loyd Builders of Ottawa. All three executive‑session recess motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Accepted 2025 CDBG closeout documents (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3877 – 2025 budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1335 – Declaration of city boundaries (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1336 – Award Memorial Hall restoration to Loyd Builders (unanimous)
• Approved three executive‑session recess motions for personnel matters (unanimous)

Arts Commission

The commission will review unfinished business on the second community mural, including its pickup and display. It will set a preliminary calendar of Arts Commission activities for 2026, listing events such as a Poet Laureate program in April, a Jamboree/LotL in June/July, Arts & Humanities in October, and a Halloween Parade in October. The board will also discuss the America 250 mural opportunity that was forwarded to the commission. No formal decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• Unfinished Business – 2nd Community Mural: pickup and display
• New Business – Preliminary 2026 calendar: Poet Laureate (April), Jamboree/LotL (June/July), Arts & Humanities (October), Halloween Parade (October)
• New Business – America 250 mural opportunity: request for quote, budget options under $5k, $10k, $20k

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council will meet to approve meeting minutes, pay applications, and special event permits. The council will hold public hearings on the 2025 Community Development Block Grant closeout and budget amendment, and will consider resolutions for traffic control evaluation, boundary declaration, budget amendment, and service agreements.

• Pay Application: Western Consultants – Water Improvements - $1,560.00
• Public Hearing: 2025 CDBG Closeout
• Public Hearing: 2025 Budget Amendment
• Resolution: Authorizing Evaluation of Traffic Control on Main Trafficways
• Resolution: Declaration of Boundaries

Library Board

The Osawatomie Public Library Board will approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss an architecture proposal for facility updates.

• Approval of October 2025 minutes
• Review of October 2025 financials
• Introduction of SFS Architecture Proposal
• Policy & Procedure Manual updates
• Director's report on Apple training

City Council

The City Council will discuss accepting a Trailhead Master Plan and authorizing lease purchase financing for irrigation system upgrades. The body will also consider amendments to the traffic control map and right-of-way code regarding backfill requirements.

• Pay application for Killough Construction, Inc. (5th Street Terrace) for $410,796.99
• Pay application for Pro Design Contractors, LLC (Northland Interceptor Sewer) for $149,934.92
• Pay applications for BG Consultants totaling $215,040.50 across four projects
• Resolution 1332 regarding lease purchase financing for irrigation system upgrades
• Ordinance 3876 amending Right of Way Code for backfill requirements

The council approved the consent agenda and unanimously adopted four resolutions: the Mile Zero Trailhead Master Plan, financing for golf‑course irrigation upgrades, an updated traffic‑control map, and an amendment to the right‑of‑way code. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (all yeas)
• Adopted Resolution 1331 – Mile Zero Trailhead Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1332 – Lease‑purchase financing for golf‑course irrigation system upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1333 – Updated City intersection control map to reflect field‑verified stop signs (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3876 – Amended right‑of‑way code to require back‑fill standards and 14‑day surface restoration (unanimous)

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will discuss a proposal from SFS Architecture and review updates to the Policy & Procedure Manual. The meeting also includes reports on mechanical systems, circulation, and a food program brainstorm.

• Introduction of SFS Architecture Proposal
• Review of Policy & Procedure Manual updates
• Follow-up on Schindler and HVAC mechanical systems
• Discussion of 2025 Kansas Notable Books
• Brainstorming for a food program

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council will consider several resolutions, including a development agreement for 500 and 510 Main, a GAAP waiver for the 2026 fiscal year, a policy on audio‑visual recordings of meetings, an updated 2026 fee table, and authorization to apply for a HEAL grant for 510 Main. The meeting also includes a consent agenda, public comments, and unfinished business items. All items will be acted on by motion unless a council member requests separate discussion.

• Resolution 1329 – Approving the Development Agreement for 500 and 510 Main
• Resolution 1326 – GAAP Waiver for 2026 Fiscal Year
• Resolution 1327 – Direction on AV Recordings of Council Meetings
• Resolution 1328 – 2026 Fee Table
• Resolution 1330 – Authorizing the Application for a HEAL Grant for 510 Main

The council voted to approve the consent agenda items for the October 23, 2025 meeting. All council members present voted yeas. No other motions or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved consent agenda (all yeas)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will adopt its agenda, review a handout on zoning regulations, consider the calendar for adoption, and receive a brief update from the city manager. All agenda items are procedural and no specific rezoning actions or contracts are listed.

• Adoption of the agenda (action required)
• Review of zoning regulations handout
• Calendar for adoption discussion
• City/City Council update from City Manager Glendening
• Adjournment (motion of the body, action required)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several resolutions, including updated trail commission procedures and yard waste pickup. The body is also reviewing multiple pay applications for infrastructure projects and a special event permit for a car stereo competition.

• Resolution 1323: Authorizing increase in callout pay for volunteer firefighters
• Killough Construction Inc. payment for 5th Street Terrace: $265,048.65
• Pro Design Contractors, LLC payment for Northland Interceptor Sewer: $168,268.09
• Allen Skeens payment for Appraisal and Easement Acquisition Services: $40,850.00
• Resolution 1322: Authorizing bi-annual yard waste pickup days

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda and adopted the Arts and Humanities Month proclamation. They approved a twice‑yearly curbside yard waste collection program (Resolution 1322) with all members voting yea. They also approved increased call‑out pay for volunteer firefighters (Resolution 1323) and replaced the Border War BBQ with the Bikes, BBQ and John Brown event (Resolution 1324), the latter passing 6‑1.

• Approved consent agenda (yeas: all members)
• Approved Arts and Humanities Month proclamation (yeas: all members)
• Approved Resolution 1322 bi‑annual yard waste pickup program (yeas: all members)
• Approved Resolution 1323 increase volunteer firefighter call‑out pay (yeas: all members)
• Approved Resolution 1324 replace Border War BBQ with Bikes, BBQ and John Brown (yeas: 6, nays: 1)
• No action on Resolution 1321 standardization of appointed boards and commissions (no motion)
• No action on updating Intersection Control Map (no motion)
• No action on videoing council meetings (no motion)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to discuss the Porchfest event and the Arts and Humanities Month proclamation. The commission is required to take action regarding a costume contest for the Halloween Parade in coordination with the Chamber of Commerce.

• Action required: Halloween Parade Costume Contest with Chamber of Commerce
• Discussion: Porchfest Event Review
• Discussion: Arts and Humanities Month Proclamation

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council meeting scheduled for September 25, 2025 was cancelled and the packet was provided for information only. The agenda listed a consent agenda that includes the meeting agenda, prior meeting minutes, pay applications, and special event permits, but none were acted upon. No public hearing, new business, or resolutions were considered.

• Consent agenda item A – September 25, 2025 Agenda
• Consent agenda item B – September 11, 2025 Meeting Minutes
• Consent agenda item C – Pay Application(s)
• Consent agenda item D – Special Event Permit(s)

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review the Director's report, including HVAC and circulation updates, and discuss next steps for the library expansion. The meeting follows the finalization of the Hocus Pocus Halloween Party fundraiser scheduled for November 1.

• Hocus Pocus Halloween Party fundraiser on November 1 at City Auditorium
• Approval for Director to spend up to $800 on DJ services for fundraiser
• First Option Bank $1,000 sponsorship for fundraiser
• Discussion of library expansion next steps
• HVAC update and Schindler account update

City Council

The City Council will consider several pay applications for sewer, water, and road projects. The meeting also includes approvals for upcoming community event permits for October and November.

• Pro Design Contractors, LLC: Northland Interceptor Sewer Pay App #4 - $528,492.32
• Killough Construction: 5th Street Terrace Pay App #2 - $101,437.65
• BG Consultants: Water Distribution Project - $64,200.00
• BG Consultants: Water Treatment Plant - $5,914.00
• Special event permits for Porchfest 2025, Halloween Parade, and Second Wind Foundation Fundraiser

The Osawatomie City Council approved the consent agenda, which included several pay applications and special event permits. The motion was made by Councilmember Dickinson, seconded by Filipin, and passed unanimously. The council then adjourned the meeting by a motion from Bratton, seconded by Diehm, also passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Osawatomie Public Library Board of Trustees will decide whether to proceed with a Halloween-themed fall fundraiser called the Hocus Pocus Halloween Party. The event is proposed to support the library’s Phase II Expansion Project and would be held on November 1, 2025, at the City Auditorium.

• Proposed Halloween fundraiser (Hocus Pocus Halloween Party) with $30 tickets
• Estimated expenses totaling $2,811.81 for entertainment, food, supplies, and decorations
• Projected revenues of $3,300 to $7,800 depending on ticket sales volume
• Potential profit of $488.19 to $4,988.19 after expenses
• Sponsorship from First Option Bank and the City of Osawatomie

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission is meeting to discuss permanent locations for community murals. The body will also plan for Arts and Humanities Month in October, including a costume contest and spooky stories.

• Permanent home(s) for community mural(s)
• Arts and Humanities Month planning
• Halloween Parade Costume Contest
• Spooky Stories event
• Porchfest update and marketing interviews

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council will hold a public hearing on August 28, 2025, to address taxpayer objections regarding the proposed 2026 budget, including the Revenue Neutral Rate and ad valorem tax levels. Residents can review detailed budget information at City Hall before the hearing.

• Proposed 2026 General Fund expenditures: $4,407,875
• Revenue Neutral Rate set at 72.236 mills (KSA 79-2988)
• Public hearing at Memorial Hall, 411 11th Street, Osawatomie, KS 66064
• Budget documents available at City Hall, 509 Sth Street, Osawatomie, KS 66064

The council approved the consent agenda unanimously. The Constitution Week proclamation was accepted unanimously. The council appointed LKM conference delegates and alternates unanimously. Resolution 1320 to levy a property tax above the revenue‑neutral rate was approved by a 5‑2 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted Constitution Week proclamation (unanimous)
• Appointed LKM voting delegates Bret Glendening and Tammy Seamands, alternates Nick Hampson and Dale Bratton (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1320 to levy property tax above revenue‑neutral rate (5-2)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to discuss the 2025 budget and a proposal to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the 2026 budget. The body will also consider the adoption of the 2026 budget and changes to personnel policies regarding nepotism.

• Public hearing to exceed Revenue Neutral Rate for 2026 Budget (Resolution 1320)
• Public hearing to adopt the 2025 Budget
• Ordinance 3875 for adoption of the 2026 Budget and tax levy
• Killough Construction pay application for 5th Street Terrace: $192,749.17
• Special event permit for Bikes, BBQ & John Brown on October 11

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council will review and likely adopt the 2026 budget, which increases total spending by 5% to $18.35 million. Key items include a 2% cost-of-living adjustment for employees, continued funding for street repairs and water infrastructure, and progress updates on downtown redevelopment projects like 5th Street Terrace and 6th Street corridor improvements.

• 2026 budget proposed at $18,349,434 (5% increase from 2025)
• 2% COLA with up to 3% merit increases for city employees
• Mill levy reduced by 2 mills; value of a mill rises to $42,026
• New Water Treatment Plant design underway with CMAR selected
• 5th Street Terrace public infrastructure construction underway; 16 new home permits issued in 2024, 5 in 2025 so far

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review a volunteer work plan for the elevator and a proposal to relocate a water fountain. Members will also discuss a proposal for a Fall/Winter fundraiser.

• Elevator Volunteer Work Plan Proposal
• Water Fountain Relocation Proposal
• Fall/Winter Fundraiser Proposal
• July 2025 circulation report
• July 2025 financial report

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council will meet to decide on renewing the city’s trash collection contract with Waste Management and to adopt updated versions of the Standard Traffic Ordinance and Uniform Public Offense Code. The meeting will also include a public hearing on the 2026 budget and a vote to exceed the revenue-neutral rate.

• Renew Waste Management trash contract for up to 10 years ($121,260.05 Northland Interceptor Sewer payment listed)
• Adopt 2025 Uniform Public Offense Code (Ordinance 3873)
• Adopt 2025 Standard Traffic Ordinance (Ordinance 3874)
• Public hearing on 2026 budget exceeding revenue-neutral rate
• Special event permits for Freedom Festival 2025 and Bikes, BBQ & John Brown

The council unanimously approved a Construction Manager at Risk contract with Bowen Engineering for the Osawatomie Water Treatment Plant, not to exceed $2,506,000 and pending USDA and KDHE concurrence. They also approved an application to extend the CDBG grant for 525 Main Street. The consent agenda was approved without the Bikes, BBQ & John Brown special event permit, and the council entered a brief executive session before adjourning.

• Approved consent agenda without the Bikes, BBQ & John Brown permit (Yeas: All)
• Approved CMAR contract up to $2,506,000 for water treatment plant (Yeas: All)
• Approved application for extension of CDBG grant for 525 Main Street (Yeas: All)
• Recessed into executive session for attorney consultation (Yeas: All)
• Adjourned meeting (Yeas: All)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission is meeting to coordinate planning for Porchfest 2025 and organize fundraising efforts for the fall and winter. The commission will also review a donation from the MCCF.

• Planning for Porchfest 2025
• Fundraising via Nicole's Mini Sessions
• Fundraising via Sarah Dorsett
• MCCF Donation of $250.00

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new waste management contract and the adoption of the 2025 UPOC and STO. The body will also review a pay application for a water project grant administration.

• Resolution 1317: Authorizing New Waste Management Contract
• Ordinance 3873: Adopting 2025 UPOC
• Ordinance 3874: Adopting 2025 STO
• Western Consultants pay application for Grant Administration Water Project: $1,950.00

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda. It also approved Resolution 1317 to renew the Waste Management solid waste contract with two five‑year renewal options. Ordinance 3873 adopting the 2025 Uniform Public Offense Code was approved. Ordinance 3874 adopting the 2025 Standard Traffic Ordinance was approved.

• Approved consent agenda (Yeas: All)
• Approved Resolution 1317 renewing Waste Management contract (Yeas: All)
• Approved Ordinance 3873 adopting 2025 UPOC (Yeas: All)
• Approved Ordinance 3874 adopting 2025 STO (Yeas: All)

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review June circulation data and a preliminary report on summer reading. Members will also brainstorm a Fall/Winter fundraiser and receive updates on technology and the library elevator.

• Kansas Notable Book Reimbursement Grant correspondence
• Preliminary Summer Reading report
• Elevator and technology updates
• Fall/Winter fundraiser brainstorming
• Review of May and June 2025 financials

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will discuss planning for Porchfest 2025 and a community mural project. The body is also reviewing fundraising efforts for the fall and winter of 2025.

• Planning for Porchfest 2025, scheduled for October 5, 2025
• Discussion of a 4x8 community mural using Patty Trull's 'Hope' design
• Fundraising for Fall/Winter 2025 with a potential city match of up to $1,000
• Review of city requirements for a beer garden or wine vendor at Porchfest
• Approval of meeting minutes from March, April, May, and June 2025

City Council

The City Council will discuss a cooperative agreement for a School Resource Officer and an ordinance regarding vegetation notices. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure pay applications and a special event permit.

• Resolution 1315: School Resource Officer Cooperative Agreement
• Ordinance 3872: Amending City Code Section 8-208 regarding vegetation notices
• Payment of $428,928.47 to Pro Design Contractors for Northland Interceptor Sewer
• Payment of $52,000.00 to BG Consultants for Water Distribution Design
• Special Event Permit for OHS Flag Football Fundraiser Walk

The council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It also adopted Resolution 1315 to formalize a school resource officer agreement with USD 367 and Resolution 1316 authorizing the city manager to sign a matching‑grant agreement with the Miami County Community Foundation. Finally, Ordinance 3872 amending the city code’s vegetation notice provisions was approved by a 5‑2 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1315 – school resource officer cooperative agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1316 – authorize city manager to sign agreement with Miami County Community Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3872 amending Section 8‑208 of the city code (5‑2)

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider resolutions regarding the 2026 budget policy and the 2025 RNR notice to the County Clerk. The body will also act on the appointment of Mariah Curtis to the Arts Commission.

• Resolution 1313 – 2026 Budget Policy
• Resolution 1314 – 2025 RNR Notice to County Clerk for 2026 Budget
• Appointment of Mariah Curtis to the Arts Commission

The council voted to approve the consent agenda items presented for June 26, 2025. All council members present voted yea. No other motions or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved consent agenda (all yeas)

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss May 2025 circulation data, survey updates, and summer reading progress. The agenda also includes a report on a Rotary Club contribution.

• Review of May 2025 circulation figures
• Summer Reading update
• Rotary Club contribution correspondence
• Survey updates

City Council

The City Council will discuss changing the employee health insurance provider to Aetna. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure pay applications and a special event permit for the Ultrapalooza race.

• Resolution 1312: Approving change to Aetna for Employee Health Insurance
• Pay application for Pro Design Contractors (Northland Interceptor): $50,542.04
• Pay application for BG Consultants (Water Distribution Design): $51,856.00
• Resolution 1311: Proposal for 500/510 Main and authorization of negotiations
• Special Event Permit: Midwest Endurance Race Company – Ultrapalooza (Sept 26-28, 2025)

The council approved the consent agenda. It accepted the completed 6th Street project and released $376,349.83 in retention. It awarded the redevelopment of 500 and 510 Main Street to US Federal Properties, Tessere Architecture and Atlas Consulting, authorizing the city manager to negotiate a development agreement. It authorized the mayor to contract with Aetna for city employee health insurance.

• Approved consent agenda (yeas: all)
• Accepted 6th Street project completion and released $376,349.83 retention (yeas: all)
• Awarded redevelopment of 500 & 510 Main St to US Federal Properties, Tessere Architecture, Atlas Consulting; authorized negotiation of development agreement (yeas: all)
• Authorized mayor to enter contract with Aetna for employee medical insurance effective July 1, 2025 (yeas: all)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to discuss student art projects and the next community mural. The body is also tasked with approving minutes from March, April, and May 2025.

• Communication with Abbie Jacobs regarding student projects
• Communication with Patty Trull regarding the next community mural
• Possible reschedule of the July meeting
• Approval of March, April, and May 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss authorizing repairs for drainage at 13th & Main and revisions to transient guest tax rules. The meeting includes presentations regarding the West Elementary Lofts and Four Kids For Kritters TNR.

• Resolution 1310: Authorizing repairs for drainage at 13th & Main
• Charter Ordinance: Revisions to Transient Guest Tax Rules (no action)
• Special Event Permits: Dale & Jo’s and Eddie’s Fireworks Stands
• Presentation: West Elementary Lofts
• Presentation: Four Kids For Kritters TNR

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the meeting agenda, minutes, and special event permits for Dale & Jo’s and Eddie’s fireworks stands. A unanimous vote authorized Resolution 1310 to replace two failing 30‑inch culverts under Main Street between Brown Circle Drive and 14th Street using a concrete box culvert. No action was taken on the charter ordinance revising the transient guest tax, as details are still being worked out. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda, minutes, fireworks permits) – Yeas: All
• Approved Resolution 1310 authorizing drainage culvert replacement on Main St – Yeas: All
• No action on charter ordinance revising transient guest tax rules – pending
• Adjourned meeting – Yeas: All

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will discuss the preliminary 2026 budget presentations and reports on elevator maintenance. The meeting also includes reviews of community and internal needs assessments.

• Preliminary 2026 budget review
• Elevator maintenance and issues
• Community Needs Assessment
• Internal Needs Assessment
• April 2025 circulation report

City Council

The City Council will discuss accepting a bid for condemned property demolition and authorizing a water main extension from OSH to Northland. The body will also review the 2024 audit report and updates to the KDOT Transportation Alternatives project.

• Resolution 1306: Accepting bid from Harvey Bros. for housing demolition
• Resolution 1304: Authorizing water main extension from OSH to Northland
• Resolution 1303: Accepting the 2024 Audit Report
• Resolution 1307: Sale of Old Engine 41 with proceeds for OZFD CIP
• Resolution 1308: Updating Emergency Preparedness Plan for Levee System

The Osawatomie City Council approved several items, including the consent agenda, a library board appointment, and multiple resolutions. They accepted a demolition contract for condemned properties, adopted the 2024 city audit, authorized material purchases for a 2,100‑foot water main extension, approved the sale of an old fire engine, and updated the Levee Emergency Preparedness Plan. All motions passed with unanimous yeas.

• Approved consent agenda (all yeas)
• Approved appointment of Nicole Young to Library Board (all yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1306 – demolition contract for five condemned properties, $47,000 (all yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1303 – acceptance of 2024 city audit (all yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1304 – purchase of material for Northland water main extension, $59,837.37 and $62,203.20 quotes (all yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1307 – sale of retired Engine 41, proceeds to fire department CIP (all yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1308 – update to Osawatomie Levee Emergency Preparedness Plan (all yeas)

Arts Commission

The Osawatomie Arts Commission will review a proposed resolution to amend its bylaws to reduce the commission from seven to five members due to prolonged vacancies. The agenda also includes discussion of a storm drain project update, a member proposal for a "Story Slam" event, and setting the date for the 2025 Porchfest.

• Review and consideration of resolution to restructure commission membership from 7 to 5 seats
• Member idea for a "Story Slam" event
• Setting the date for Porchfest 2025
• Storm drain project update (if available)
• Community art brainstorm with Patty Trull

City Council

The City Council will discuss authorizing the sale of Indian Ridge and Hickory Valley via RFP. The body is also considering road closures around City Lake and the 500 block of Main Street, and a pay application for Killough Construction.

• Killough Construction pay application for $117,976.27
• Resolution 1298: Closure of roads around City Lake
• Resolution 1299: Closure of the 500 block of Main Street
• Resolution 1301: RFP for sale of Indian Ridge
• Resolution 1302: RFP for sale of Hickory Valley

The Osawatomie City Council approved the consent agenda, the 2025 Arbor Day proclamation, and appointed Kim Coffelt to the Library Board. It authorized temporary road closures for the Lights on the Lake Celebration (June 28) and the Alumni Celebration (May 24). The council approved Resolution 1300, issuing $1.53 M in general‑obligation temporary notes and awarding the bid to Farmers Bank & Trust. It also authorized RFPs to sell the former Indian Ridge and Hickory Valley parcels and approved a change order of up to $150,000 for the 2025 Mill & Overlay project.

• Approved consent agenda, including $117,979.27 pay application (All yeas)
• Approved 2025 Arbor Day proclamation (All yeas)
• Approved appointment of Kim Coffelt to Library Board (All yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1298 – temporary road closure for Lights on the Lake (All yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1299 – temporary road closure for Alumni Celebration (All yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1300 – issuance of $1.53 M temporary notes, bid awarded to Farmers Bank & Trust (All yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1301 – authorize RFP for sale of former Indian Ridge property (All yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1305 – change order up to $150,000 for 2025 Mill & Overlay project (All yeas)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on finalizing an updated land use table that deletes categories such as manufactured home dwellings, landfills, and agricultural uses. They will also continue developing a residential zoning framework that splits single-family districts into Historic (pre-1950) and Modern (post-1950) categories. The meeting includes adopting the agenda and approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Finalize the 'What's in / What's out' land use table with recommended deletions of 20+ use categories
• Review proposed Historic Residential Single-Family (HR-SF) and Modern Residential Single-Family (MR-SF) zoning districts
• Approve minutes from March 25, 2025 meeting
• Adopt the meeting agenda

Library Board

The Osawatomie Public Library Board will discuss the Community Needs Assessment and consider a board member application from Kim Coffelt. They will also hear the director's report including a summer reading planning update and a director evaluation recap, and review February 2025 financials.

• Consider board member application from Kim Coffelt
• Review Community Needs Assessment
• Director evaluation recap
• Summer reading planning update
• February 2025 financial report

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including $66,479.75 in consultant payments to BG Consultants and approval of six special event permits. New business features six resolutions: awarding infrastructure contracts for 5th Street Terrace, the 2025 mill and overlay project, and the Northland Interceptor Sewer; adopting the 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program and the 2025 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan; and approving mowing contracts with Bradford Lawns and Scarecrow Lawn Care. The meeting also includes presentations of the 2025 Junior and Adult Poet Laureate winners.

• Consent agenda pay applications to BG Consultants totaling $66,479.75 for water treatment plant design ($32,259), water distribution design ($13,000), levee loop ($7,801), sewer ($2,774), on-call engineering ($4,729.75), mill/overlay ($2,716), and golf clubhouse design ($3,200)
• Special event permits: Ultrapalooza (April 12), stereo competition (April 27), alumni parade/street dance (May 24), John Brown Jamboree (June 19-21), Lights on the Lake (June 28), Stomp Out Suicide Walk (September 13)
• Resolution 1292 – Awarding 5th Street Terrace Public Infrastructure Contract
• Resolution 1293 – Awarding 2025 Mill & Overlay Contract
• Resolution 1297 – Awarding Northland Interceptor Sewer contract

The council approved several contracts and plans. Resolution 1292 awarded the 5th Street Terrace infrastructure contract to Killough Construction for $1,239,237.16 (6‑1 vote). Resolutions 1293, 1294, 1295, 1296, and 1297 were each approved unanimously, covering a street resurfacing contract, the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan, the 2025 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan, city‑property mowing contracts, and the Northland Interceptor Sewer project.

• Approved 5th Street Terrace contract to Killough Construction $1,239,237.16 (6‑1)
• Approved Parker Ave resurfacing contract to All Pro Asphalt & Maintenance, LLC $134,014.80 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved mowing contracts split between Scarecrow Farm Lawn Care and Bradford Lawns (unanimous)
• Approved Northland Interceptor Sewer contract to Pro Design Contractors $1,769,018.88 (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Osawatomie Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss what uses are permitted or excluded in each zoning district by reviewing the land-use table, and will examine the framework for single-family residential zoning (R-1). The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a city council update.

• Review of ‘What’s In / What’s Out of the Zoning Regulations’ and the Table of Land Uses by Zoning District
• Discussion of Residential Single-Family (R-1) Framework, covering historic and post-1950 areas
• City / City Council update from City Manager Bret Glendening
• Approval of minutes from the March 25, 2025 Planning Commission meeting

Arts Commission

The Osawatomie Arts Commission will meet Monday, April 7, 2025. They will discuss unfinished business including a block party collaboration with the Tourism Committee, a recap of the Poet Laureate Competition, and an update on the Storm Drain Project if available. The meeting will also approve minutes from March and address new business and officer reports.

• Block party discussion with Tourism Committee
• Poet Laureate competition recap
• Storm drain project update (contingent on availability)
• Approval of March 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council meets March 27 with a consent agenda, a public hearing, and several new business items. Key proposals include approving the 2024 Electric System Report, amending the 2025/2026 salary schedule, authorizing a design contract with BG Consultants for streets, and considering Ordinance 3871 to annex city-owned land. A resolution to update the traffic control map is also on the agenda.

• Resolution 1288 – Approving 2024 Electric System Report
• Resolution 1289 – Amending the 2025/2026 Salary Schedule
• Resolution 1290 – Authorizing Design Contract with BG Consultants for 2025/2026 Streets
• Ordinance 3871 – Annexation of City-Owned Land
• Resolution 1291 – Amending the Osawatomie Existing Traffic Control Map

The Osawatomie City Council approved the 2024 electric systems report, amended the 2025/2026 salary schedule, authorized a design contract for street improvements, annexed a triangular piece of city-owned land, and updated the traffic control map. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 1288 – Acceptance of 2024 Annual Electric Report (Yeas: All)
• Approved Resolution 1289 – Amendment to 2025/2026 salary schedule (Yeas: All)
• Approved Resolution 1290 – Authorization of design contract with BG Consultants for 2025/2026 street improvements (Yeas: All)
• Approved Ordinance 3871 – Annexation of city‑owned land (Yeas: All)
• Approved Resolution 1291 – Amendment to traffic control map, adding stop and yield signs (Yeas: All)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will discuss what is included and excluded from the city's zoning regulations. The meeting includes a review of the Table of Land Uses by Zoning District and a city manager's update.

• Review of Table of Land Uses by Zoning District
• Discussion of zoning regulations content
• Approval of February 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 11, 2025 meeting notes

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council will hold public hearings on condemning six properties: 223 E. Mill, 1041 Walnut, 1033 Walnut, 318 E. Pacific, 300 4th Street, and 841 Chestnut. The council also will discuss amending personnel policies for outerwear allowances, a charter ordinance on state statutes, and new ordinances covering e-bikes, traffic ways, and stormwater improvements on 5th Street Terrace.

• Public hearings to condemn six properties at 223 E. Mill, 1041 Walnut, 1033 Walnut, 318 E. Pacific, 300 4th Street, and 841 Chestnut.
• Ordinance 3868 to regulate e-bikes (no action item).
• Ordinance 3870 and Resolutions 1280/1281 authorizing stormwater and public improvements on 5th Street Terrace.
• Consent agenda includes pay applications totaling $76,437.30 to BG Consultants for sewer, water, and street projects.
• Unfinished business: Resolution 1279 on outerwear allowances for field employees and Charter Ordinance 22 exempting state statutes.

The council approved resolutions to condemn and remove six unsafe structures, including 223 E. Mill, 1041 Walnut, 1033 Walnut, 318 E. Pacific, 300 4th Street, and 841 Chestnut. It also approved a new employee clothing stipend policy, a charter ordinance for bond issuance, and several ordinances and resolutions for the 5th Street Terrace infrastructure project, including designating streets as main trafficways and authorizing stormwater improvements and temporary notes.

• Approved Resolution 1282 condemning 223 E. Mill (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1283 condemning 1041 Walnut (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1284 condemning 1033 Walnut (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1285 condemning 318 E. Pacific trailer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1286 condemning 300 4th Street (7-1, Diehm opposed)
• Approved Resolution 1287 condemning 841 Chestnut (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1279 updating employee clothing/dress policy with stipend (unanimous)
• Approved Charter Ordinance 22, Ordinances 3868-3870, and Resolutions 1280-1281 for 5th Street Terrace project (all unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a framework for regulations regarding Residential Area Historic. The body will discuss how to apply this framework to various parcels throughout residential neighborhoods.

• Review of framework for Residential Area Historic regulations
• Discussion on application of historic framework to residential parcels

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to review portfolios for the Poet Laureate competition and receive an update on the Storm Drain Project. The body will also discuss plans for block parties.

• Poet Laureate Competition Portfolio Review
• Storm Drain Project Update
• Block Party discussions

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council will consider a resolution authorizing a CDBG grant application and design contract for a new clubhouse at the Osawatomie Golf Course, funded by user fees rather than property taxes. They will also take up an ordinance amending no-parking areas on 6th, Main, and Parker streets, and a resolution adopting the 2026 budget calendar. Two items—amendments to personnel policies for outerwear allowances and a charter ordinance concerning code sections 12-1736/1737—are listed for discussion only, with no action expected.

• Resolution 1277 – Authorizing CDBG application and design contract for new golf course clubhouse
• Ordinance 3866 – Amending Section 14-208 to prohibit on-street parking along 6th Street, Main Street, and Parker Avenue
• Resolution 1278 – Adopting the budget calendar for the 2026 budget
• Resolution ___ – Amend personnel policies to allow allowances for required outerwear (no action intended)
• Charter Ordinance ___ – Exempting and substituting language for 12-1736 and 12-1737 (no action intended)

The council approved Resolution 1277, authorizing staff to apply for a Community Development Block Grant and sign a design contract for a new clubhouse at the Osawatomie Golf Course. The project is estimated at $2.5 million, with construction financed partly by a $650,000 grant and general obligation bonds. The council also approved a parking prohibition ordinance and a budget calendar for 2026. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 1277 authorizing CDBG application and design contract for golf course clubhouse (all yeas)
• Approved Ordinance 3866 prohibiting on-street parking on 6th Street, Main Street, and Parker Avenue (all yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1278 adopting the 2026 budget calendar (all yeas)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Osawatomie Planning and Zoning Commission will continue work on updating the city's zoning regulations, with a 40-minute discussion focused on the residential section. The commission will also vote on adopting the meeting agenda and approving minutes from previous meetings. City Manager Bret Glendening will provide a brief update on city council actions and other matters.

• 40-minute discussion on updating the residential section of the city's zoning regulations
• Approval of minutes from the January 14, 2025 and January 28, 2025 planning commission meetings
• City manager update on recent city council actions and infrastructure projects

Library Board

The Osawatomie Public Library Board of Trustees will review a proposed Community Needs Assessment and Internal Needs Assessment, discuss 2025 accreditation and state aid, and plan summer reading. The board will also hear the director's and treasurer's reports, including January financials, and consider a pancake feed event for alumni weekend.

• Review proposed Community Needs Assessment and Internal Needs Assessment
• Discuss 2025 NEKLS accreditation and state aid
• Summer reading program planning
• Consider pancake feed breakfast for alumni weekend
• Director evaluation and 2024 annual report

City Council

The Osawatomie City Council will meet on February 13, 2025, to act on a consent agenda including a $522,841.05 pay application for 6th Street construction and other payments. Under unfinished business, they will consider Ordinance 3867 to amend the council meeting schedule. New business includes Resolution 1277 to repeal a previous long-term lease authorization and a first reading of Ordinance 3866 on no-parking areas (no action).

• $522,841.05 pay application to Killough Construction for 6th Street project
• Resolution 1277 to repeal authorization of long-term lease (Resolution 1048)
• Ordinance 3867 amending council meeting schedule (unfinished business)
• Ordinance 3866 amending Section 14-208 no-parking areas (first reading, no action)
• Consent agenda includes BG Consultants payments for engineering services and water projects

The council approved Ordinance 3867, amending the city code to eliminate the second council meeting in November and December and moving the meeting time to 6:00 p.m. No action was taken on a resolution to repeal a land swap with Mark Goddard or on a proposed no-parking ordinance for several streets. The consent agenda, including pay applications for construction projects, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 3867 amending council meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications totaling $617,972.33 (unanimous)
• No action taken on Resolution 1277 to repeal land swap authorization
• No action taken on Ordinance 3866 prohibiting on-street parking on 6th, Main, and Parker

Arts Commission

The Osawatomie Arts Commission will meet to discuss a community mural collaboration with OHS (Osawatomie High School) and follow up on the Poet Laureate competition, though no formal actions are scheduled. The meeting includes roll call, officer and staff reports, and adjournment.

• Poet Laureate Competition Follow-Up (No Action)
• OHS Community Mural Collab (Discussion)

Library Board

The Osawatomie Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the 2010 Phase II Expansion Plans with City Manager Bret Glendening. The board will also consider a memorial donation from Charles Pinneo and approve minutes from December 2024. Financial reports through November 2024 show 89.10% of the general operating budget spent, with a balance of $23,922.77.

• Review of 2010 Phase II Expansion Plans with City Manager Bret Glendening
• Charles Pinneo Memorial Donation
• Approval of December 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report – November 2024 financials (Library general operating at 89.10% of budget)
• Director's Report covering operations and personnel updates

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposed moratorium on container homes (Resolution 1276) and set a condemnation hearing date for multiple addresses (Resolution 1273). The consent agenda includes payments to BG Consultants for infrastructure projects totaling $34,161.62. The council also will appoint Planning Commission members and discuss a resolution authorizing purchase of a used bucket truck.

• Resolution 1276: moratorium on container homes
• Resolution 1273: setting condemnation hearing date for multiple addresses
• Resolution 1274: authorizing purchase of used bucket truck
• Consent agenda pay applications: BG Consultants – $2,358 (6th Street Construction Inspection), $17,392 (Water Distribution Improvements), $235.62 (KDOT/TA Design), $730 (Northland Interceptor Sewer), $13,446 (Water Treatment Plant CMAR Contract Setup)
• Ordinance 3865: attendance requirements for Planning Commissioners and meeting times

The Osawatomie City Council approved Resolution 1273, setting a March 13, 2025 hearing to consider condemning six properties (300 4th Street, 841 Chestnut, 1033 Walnut, 1041 Walnut, 223 E. Mill, 318 E. Pacific) as unsafe or dangerous. The council also approved a $200,000 used bucket truck purchase, an attendance policy for planning commissioners, a one-year contract with Our City Planning LLC, and a moratorium on container homes. All votes were unanimous except Ordinance 3865, which passed 6-1.

• Approved Resolution 1273 setting condemnation hearings for 6 properties (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1274 authorizing used bucket truck purchase up to $200,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3865 setting planning commission attendance rules and 5:00 pm meeting time (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 1275 authorizing contract with Our City Planning LLC for planning services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1276 imposing moratorium on container home permits (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications totaling $34,161.62 (unanimous)
• Appointed Tyler Wright, Dale Samuels, Mike Peace to planning commission (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote for chair and vice-chair for 2025, receive a follow-up on the Comprehensive Plan, and begin a major discussion on updating the city's zoning and subdivision regulations—the primary work focus for early 2025. City Manager Bret Glendening will also provide a City Council update.

• Election of chair and vice-chair for 2025 (Action Required)
• Update to existing Zoning Regulations (20-minute discussion item)
• Comprehensive Plan follow-up discussion
• Approval of minutes from December 10, 2024 meeting
• City/City Council update from City Manager Glendening

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance in new business. They will vote on a 25-year, 2.5MW power purchase agreement with GRDA, amending personnel policies to adjust paid holidays, directing the negotiated sale of 500 and 510 Main, and amending council pay. A presentation on architectural work for the OGC Clubhouse will also be given.

• Resolution 1270 – Authorizing execution of a 25-year, 2.5MW power purchase agreement with GRDA
• Resolution 1272 – Directing the negotiated sale of 500 and 510 Main
• Ordinance 3864 – Amending city code concerning council pay
• Resolution 1271 – Amending personnel policies to adjust paid holidays
• Presentation of architectural work for the OGC Clubhouse

The council approved Resolution 1270, authorizing a 25-year power purchase agreement with GRDA for 2.5 MW, reducing total contracted power to 8.593 MW. It also approved Resolution 1271 converting the personal day into a Christmas Eve holiday, Resolution 1272 directing the negotiated sale of 500 and 510 Main Street, and Ordinance 3864 increasing council pay to $300/month for the mayor and $250/month for members. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 1270: 25-year GRDA PPA for 2.5 MW (all yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1271: Converted personal day to Christmas Eve holiday (all yeas)
• Approved Resolution 1272: Directed city manager to negotiate sale of 500 and 510 Main (all yeas)
• Approved Ordinance 3864: Increased council pay to $300/month mayor, $250/month members (all yeas)