Ottawa public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a final plat application from Kansas State Bank to combine three parcels at 2027, 2033, and 2103 S Princeton Street into one, enabling construction of a branch bank. The meeting also includes review of prior meeting minutes and announcements. Staff recommends approval of the plat.

• Final plat application for Kansas State Bank at 2027, 2033, 2103 S Princeton Street (2.39 acres, C3 zoning)
• Staff recommends approval of the final plat
• Review of minutes from October 26, November 8, November 30, and December 13 meetings
• Next regular meeting scheduled for January 10, 2024

City Commission

The City Commission will review an update to the Ottawa Municipal Airport Master Plan and consider ordinances regarding dog registration fees and traffic regulations on South Poplar Street. The meeting also includes a $2,000 donation from Price Chopper to the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund.

• Donation of $2,000 from Cosentino’s Price Chopper to ECKAN and Hope House
• Ordinance amending dog registration fees in the Municipal Code
• Ottawa Municipal Airport Master Plan update regarding federal funding projects
• Ordinance to regulate traffic and remove a no parking zone on South Poplar Street
• Authorization to convey golf course property deed to the Ottawa Land Bank

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will continue discussions on establishing a common consumption district on Main Street, consider an ordinance amending dog registration fees, and discuss the distribution of a $2,000 donation to the Mayor's Christmas Tree Fund. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving minutes and announcements.

• Continued discussion of common consumption district on Main Street, allowing alcoholic beverages in designated cups within the district
• Ordinance amending municipal code concerning fees for registration of dogs
• Discussion on distribution of $2,000 donation to Mayor's Christmas Tree Fund
• Approval of minutes from December 6, 2023 regular meeting and December 11, 2023 study session

Planning Commission

This Planning Commission study session meeting scheduled for December 13, 2023, at Ottawa City Hall has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and cancellation notice.

• Meeting cancelled

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will discuss creating a common consumption district on Main Street, allowing alcoholic drinks in designated cups within a defined area. They will also review dog licensing requirements, an airport master plan update, a no-parking zone change on South Poplar Street, and 2024 cereal malt beverage licenses. The meeting includes a closed executive session for attorney consultation.

• Discussion of common consumption district on Main Street
• Discussion of dog licensing requirements
• Ottawa Municipal Airport Master Plan update
• Ordinance removing no parking zone on South Poplar Street between 5th & 6th Streets
• Applications for 2024 Cereal Malt Beverage licenses

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed 2023 budget amendments for the Library, Proximity Park Special Sales Tax, and Golf Course funds, then vote on accepting them. They will also consider including 22 residential and 2 commercial properties in the Neighborhood Revitalization Program, and recognize the police department's CALEA accreditation. The agenda includes routine items like consent agenda approval and public comments.

• Public hearing and acceptance of 2023 budget amendments for Library, Proximity Park Special Sales Tax, and Golf Course funds
• Consideration of 24 properties (22 residential, 2 commercial) for Neighborhood Revitalization Program inclusion
• Recognition of CALEA accreditation for the police department
• Approval of minutes from November 13 and November 15, 2023 meetings

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to discuss a compensation study recommendation and proposed amendments to the personnel policy, which may be approved at this session. The agenda also includes a recommendation to add 22 residential and 2 commercial properties to the Neighborhood Revitalization Program. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with no final votes expected on the main items.

• Compensation study recommendation
• Resolution approving amendments to personnel policy
• Recommendation to add 22 residential and 2 commercial properties to Neighborhood Revitalization Program
• Approval of minutes from November 13 and November 15, 2023 meetings

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission study session scheduled for November 30, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

City Commission

The City Commission will review and discuss a recommendation to add 22 residential and 2 commercial properties to the Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), which provides property tax rebates for improvements. The commission will consider placing these applications on the December 6, 2023 regular meeting agenda for approval. The agenda also includes public comments, city manager comments, and announcements about upcoming holidays and events.

• 22 residential and 2 commercial properties recommended for NRP inclusion
• Residential rebates range from $402.14 to $11,008.48 over 5-10 years
• Commercial rebates: 113 S. Main St. $22,430.36; 932 N. Locust St. $7,476.79
• Total city residential rebate estimated at $104,685.85 over 10 years
• Total commercial rebate estimated at $29,907.15 over 10 years

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider several items, including a $475,000 property purchase at Legacy Square, a rezoning and conditional use permit for 40 townhome units for adults 55+ at 1426 E. Wilson, and annual funding agreements with local agencies. The meeting also includes employee service awards and a proposed ordinance to change meeting dates and times.

• MOU to purchase two parcels at Legacy Square for $475,000 from Ottawa Community Partnership, Inc.
• Rezoning of 1426 E. Wilson from C-2 to R-2 for 40 townhome units for adults 55+
• Conditional Use Permit for density at 1426 E. Wilson to allow 40 townhome units
• Approval of 2024 funding agreements with Prairie Paws Animal Shelter, Ottawa Main Street Association, Elizabeth Layton Center, and Franklin County Development Council
• Ordinance amending Section 2-107 to change regular meeting dates and times

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will discuss rezoning 1426 E. Wilson from C-2 to R-2 and a conditional use permit to allow a 40-unit townhome development marketed to residents 55+. They will also consider amending the 2023 operating budget, changing regular meeting dates, and creating a memorandum of understanding for property purchase at Legacy Square. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and funding agreements.

• Rezoning 1426 E. Wilson from C-2 to R-2 for 40 townhome units
• Conditional use permit for 1426 E. Wilson to allow density of proposed use
• Direction to publish public hearing notice for 2023 operating budget amendment
• Ordinance amending Section 2-107 (regular meetings) of municipal code
• Ordinance creating MOU for purchase of property at Legacy Square

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request for a Conditional Use Permit at 1426 E Wilson Street. The proposal involves developing 40 single-family townhomes intended as a 55+ community on approximately 3.63 acres.

• Conditional Use Permit: 1426 E Wilson, Northeast Village (40 townhomes)
• Rezone application: 1426 E Wilson Street from C-2 to R-2 zoning

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will review proposed 2024 funding agreements for Prairie Paws Animal Shelter, Ottawa Main Street Association, Elizabeth Layton Center, and Franklin County Development Council, with allocations totaling $169,090. They will also discuss a fiber RFP recommendation and hear a presentation from Fire Captain Stuart Wolzen on his deployment with the Kansas Forest Service. The meeting includes public comments and announcements about upcoming elections and meetings.

• 2024 funding agreements: Prairie Paws Animal Shelter $62,400, Franklin County Development Council $67,593, Ottawa Main Street Association $32,000, Elizabeth Layton Center $7,097
• Fiber Request for Proposal (RFP) recommendation from IT Director
• Presentation by Fire Captain Stuart Wolzen on Kansas Forest Service deployment
• Public comment by David Reeves on Power of the Past Antique Tractor Show
• Announcements: Election Day Nov 7, Study Session Nov 13, Regular Meeting Nov 15 with Service Awards

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will meet to consider a consent agenda, hear public comments, and review two reports: the Fire Department Pathway Project and the 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Plan. A proclamation recognizing Native American Heritage Month will also be presented.

• Proclamation recognizing November as Native American Heritage Month
• Review of Fire Department Pathway Project for Ottawa High School students
• Review of 2023 and 2024 Capital Improvement Plan projects

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss a request from Ottawa Community Partnership, Inc. (OCPI) to participate in the Legacy campaign by purchasing park properties at 125 S. Walnut and 202 W. 1st Street for $475,526.47, using available ARPA funds. They will also consider a financial contribution request for a Safe Haven Baby Box, discuss meeting dates, and hear comments from the City Manager, Commissioners, and Mayor. A proclamation honoring Native American Heritage Month is on the agenda.

• Request to purchase park properties at 125 S. Walnut and 202 W. 1st Street for $475,526.47 using ARPA funds
• Safe Haven Baby Box financial contribution request
• Proclamation honoring Native American Heritage Month in November
• Discussion on City Commission meeting dates
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2023 regular meeting

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission is holding a study session to review a Conditional Use Permit application for 40 single-family townhomes at 1426 E Wilson Street, proposed as a 55+ community. The commission will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes only this new business item, with no other substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Conditional Use Permit for 40 townhomes at 1426 E Wilson, Northeast Village, Richmond Circle Partnership
• Townhomes to be marketed as 55+ community for first 3 years
• Lot is 3.63 acres, currently zoned C-2, pending rezone to R-2
• Staff recommends approval, citing compatibility and infill housing benefits
• Review of minutes from August 31, September 13, September 28, and October 11 meetings

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will discuss a request from Ottawa Community Partnership, Inc. (OCPI) for a $475,526.47 matching grant to complete Legacy Square, funded from available ARPA funds. The agenda also includes a review of third-quarter 2023 reports and general comments from city officials. The meeting is a study session, so no final votes are expected, but the commission may give direction on the funding request.

• Request for $475,526.47 matching grant for Legacy Square completion, funded from ARPA funds
• Review of Third Quarter 2023 Reports
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes, with restrictions on personnel and legal matters
• Executive session possible for personnel matters
• Next meetings: Study Session Oct 30, Regular Meeting Nov 1

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider several items, including a resolution supporting a housing tax credit application for seven duplex units, a matching grant request for the Legacy Square project, approval of the Victory Plaza final plat, and a playground equipment purchase. The meeting also includes consent agenda items and public comments.

• Resolution supporting Kansas Housing Investor Tax Credit application for seven duplex units in Fairway Vista Patio Homes
• Matching grant request of $475,526.47 from Ottawa Community Partnership Inc for Legacy Square
• Approval of final plat for Victory Plaza development (two-lot plat for Victory Ottawa)
• Authorize purchase of playground equipment for City Park from 2023 budget
• Appointment of David Hunsaker to Kansas Municipal Energy Agency Board Director 2 position

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to discuss several items, including a resolution supporting an application for Kansas Housing Investor Tax Credits for the Fairway Vista Patio Homes development, a presentation on the Legacy Square proposal by Ottawa Community Partnership Inc, and a resolution approving the final plat for Victory Plaza. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes approval and announcements. No final votes are expected at this study session.

• Resolution supporting application for Kansas Housing Investor Tax Credit for Fairway Vista Patio Homes (7 duplex units on Diamond Head Rd)
• Legacy Square proposal presentation by Ottawa Community Partnership Inc (OCPI)
• Resolution approving final plat for Victory Plaza development
• Appointment of David Hunsaker to Kansas Municipal Energy Agency Board Director 2
• Review of minutes from October 2 and October 4 meetings

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission study session scheduled for October 11, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions for tax abatements and industrial revenue bonds to support a Hasty Awards expansion, and will vote on an ordinance to extend Sunday packaged liquor sales hours. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and routine consent items.

• Public hearing on constitutional abatement for Big Bear Enterprises (Hasty Awards)
• Resolution of intent to issue ~$3,000,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Hasty Awards expansion
• Resolution granting exemption from ad valorem taxes for Big Bear Enterprises/Hasty Awards facility
• Ordinance amending liquor sales hours on Sunday from noon to 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Proclamation recognizing October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including an ordinance to allow Sunday liquor sales to begin at 9:00 a.m., aligning with state law. They will also consider approving the final plat for the Victory Plaza development, which includes a relocated dealership for Victory Ottawa. The agenda includes updates from the Ottawa Recreation Commission and the City Manager, as well as several announcements and items already placed on the agenda.

• Ordinance amending Section 4-604 and 4-316 to allow Sunday liquor sales from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Resolution approving final plat for Victory Plaza development, including a two-lot plat for a relocated Victory Ottawa dealership.
• Update from the Ottawa Recreation Commission (ORC) Executive Director.
• Resolution of Intent to Issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for Sales Tax Exemption.
• Public Hearing and Resolution for Constitutional Abatement for Hasty Awards Expansion.

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a rezoning request for 1426 E Wilson Street, from C-2 (Restricted Commercial) to R-3 (High Density Residential), to allow a townhouse development for residents 55+. Staff recommends approval of a rezoning to R-2 (Medium Density Residential) instead, citing concerns about R-3's intensity. The commission will also review and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Rezone request for 1426 E Wilson St, 3.6 acres, from C-2 to R-3 for 55+ townhouse development
• Staff recommends R-2 instead of R-3, citing neighborhood compatibility
• Review of August 31 and September 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public hearing held previously; no public comments received

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will receive a capital projects update and hear public comments, including a request from Mr. and Mrs. Snider regarding Sunday liquor sales. The agenda also includes items already placed for future meetings, such as resolutions for industrial revenue bonds and a tax abatement for Hasty Awards' expansion, and a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The meeting will conclude with an executive session for personnel matters.

• Public comment by Mr. and Mrs. Snider on Sunday liquor sales
• Proclamation recognizing October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Receive and file Capital Projects Update from City Manager Silcott
• Resolution of Intent to Issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for Sales Tax Exemption (already placed)
• Public Hearing and Resolution for Constitutional Abatement for Hasty Awards Expansion (already placed)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to continue discussions on resolutions of intent for Industrial Revenue Bonds and a Constitutional Tax Abatement for the Hasty Awards expansion. They will also consider an Access Management Plan Agreement with the Kansas Department of Transportation. The agenda includes several items already placed for the next regular meeting, such as ordinances on city agriculture, beekeeping, and keeping chickens.

• Continued discussion of Resolution of Intent for Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs) for Hasty Awards Expansion
• Continued discussion of Resolution of Intent for Constitutional Abatement for Hasty Awards Expansion
• Access Management Plan Agreement with Kansas Department of Transportation
• Ordinance amending zoning regulations to allow city agriculture (final draft)
• Ordinance allowing keeping of bees (final draft)

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning and a preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) plat for 1426 E Wilson (Northeast Village), but staff recommends continuing both hearings to the next meeting because the planning consultant could not provide required findings. The commission will also elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, and will consider approving minutes from prior meetings.

• Rezone – 1426 E Wilson, Northeast Village (Richmond Circle Partnership, Randy Willbanks)
• Preliminary Planned Unit Development Plat – 1426 E Wilson, Northeast Village
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Consent agenda: minutes from July 27 and August 9, 2023 meetings

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to discuss several items, including resolutions of intent for Industrial Revenue Bonds and a constitutional tax abatement for Hasty Awards' expansion, as well as continued discussions on ordinances allowing city agriculture, beekeeping, and keeping chickens. They will also review the 2023 Standard Traffic Ordinance and Uniform Public Offense Code, and receive a report on the Ol' Marais River Run car show. The meeting is a discussion session; formal actions are scheduled for later meetings.

• Resolution of Intent for Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs) for Hasty Awards expansion at 1015 E Enterprise and 1016 E North St
• Resolution of Intent for Constitutional Abatement for Hasty Awards expansion
• 2023 Standard Traffic Ordinance and 2023 Uniform Public Offense Code review
• Continued discussion of ordinance amending zoning regulations to allow city agriculture
• Continued discussion of ordinances allowing keeping of bees and female chickens, and resolution to set permit fee for chickens

The Governing Body reached consensus on specific regulations for keeping bees and female chickens, including permit fees and lot requirements. These items, along with traffic and public offense code updates, were scheduled for a regular meeting on September 20, 2023. No final votes were taken as this was a study session.

• Consensus to limit female chickens to five per lot for single-family dwellings under three acres
• Consensus to set a $20 biennial permit fee for keeping female chickens
• Consensus to reduce chicken coop setback from neighboring dwellings from 100 to 50 feet
• Consensus to require 30 days' notice before bringing in a new beehive
• Consensus to require water for bees year-round
• Consensus to place 2023 Standard Traffic Ordinance and Uniform Public Offense Code updates on the next Regular Meeting agenda
• Consensus to place Hasty Awards expansion tax incentives on the September 18 Study Session agenda

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions to levy a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate of 41.842 mills (up to 44.895 mills) and adopt the 2024 Operating Budget of $56,830,108. The commission will also consider adopting the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program and a resolution allowing complimentary alcoholic liquor during Ladies Night Out. The agenda includes consent items such as approving minutes and selecting voting delegates for the League of Kansas Municipalities conference.

• Public hearing and resolution to exceed revenue neutral rate (41.842 mills) with maximum 44.895 mills
• Adoption of 2024 Operating Budget of $56,830,108
• Adoption of 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program
• Resolution authorizing complimentary alcoholic liquor during Ladies Night Out on September 29, 2023
• Proclamation recognizing Ottawa High School Wall of Honor inductees

The City Commission approved the 2024 operating budget and a resolution to levy property taxes exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The commission also adopted a five-year capital improvement program and authorized complimentary alcohol for a downtown event.

• Approved 2024 Operating Budget (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1942-23 to levy property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1943-23 for the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1944-23 authorizing complimentary alcohol for Ladies Night Out on September 29, 2023 (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including previous meeting minutes and conference delegates (all aye)

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss a rezoning request and preliminary plat for Northeast Village, a 40-lot Planned Unit Development at 1426 E Wilson. They will also discuss appointing a chair and vice chair, review a final plat for Casey's Corner Subdivision, and consider allowing public comment at meetings for non-hearing items.

• Rezone 1426 E Wilson from C-2 to R-3 with PUD overlay (Northeast Village, 40 lots on 3.6 acres)
• Preliminary PUD plat for Northeast Village (36 of 40 lots age-restricted to 55+)
• Final plat for Casey's Corner Subdivision at 2597 S Hwy 59
• Discussion on appointing Planning Commission chair and vice chair
• Discussion on allowing public comment at meetings for non-hearing items

The Planning Commission held a study session where no final decisions were made on pending applications. Rezone and Planned Unit Development requests for 1426 E Wilson St, as well as a final plat for Casey’s Corner Subdivision, were moved to the September 13 public hearing.

• Moved Rezone Application for 1426 E Wilson St to September 13 meeting
• Moved Planned Unit Development for 1426 E Wilson St to September 13 meeting
• Moved Final Plat for 2597 S Hwy 59 (Casey’s Corner Subdivision) to September 13 meeting
• Moved discussion on appointing chair and vice chair to September 13 meeting

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to discuss and consider three ordinances and one resolution that would allow low-intensity agricultural activities, such as keeping chickens and bees, within city limits. The items are presented for discussion and possible placement on a future regular meeting agenda. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, a proclamation, and selecting voting delegates for a league conference.

• Ordinance to add City Agriculture as an accessory use in residential zoning districts
• Ordinance to allow keeping up to four female chickens for egg production
• Ordinance to allow keeping bees, based on ordinances from surrounding communities
• Resolution to set a fee for a permit to keep chickens
• Proclamation honoring 2023 Ottawa High School Wall of Honor inductees

The Governing Body selected voting delegates for the League of Kansas Annual Conference. The commission reviewed proposed ordinances regarding city agriculture, beekeeping, and chicken keeping, but no final actions were taken on these items.

• Selected Commissioner Caylor, Commissioner Clayton, and Mayor Crowley as voting delegates for the League of Kansas Annual Conference
• Selected City Manager Brian Silcott as the alternate voting delegate for the League of Kansas Annual Conference
• Agreed by consensus to place August 7, August 14, and August 21 meeting minutes on the September 6 agenda
• Agreed to place the 2023 Ottawa High School Wall of Honor Inductees proclamation on the September 6 agenda

City Commission

The Governing Body held a study session to review 2nd Quarter 2023 financial and activity reports. No formal votes were taken, and several items were moved to the September 6, 2023, regular meeting agenda.

• Agreed by consensus to place July and August meeting minutes on the September 6 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place resolution for complimentary alcohol at Ladies Night Out on the September 6 agenda

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve a recommendation to waive $20,000 in tap fees for the Hidden Lakes subdivision, a project with 24 units. The waiver is intended to support the developer and meet funding timelines from the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation. The agenda also includes public comments, announcements, and city manager and commissioner comments.

• Waive $20,000 in tap fees for Hidden Lakes subdivision (24 units, total tap fees approx. $25,968)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes, must be submitted by 2:00 pm on August 14, 2023
• Study session scheduled for August 14, 2023, 4:00 pm at City Hall, 101 S. Hickory
• September 4, 2023 study session cancelled for Labor Day
• Meeting accessible via Channel 23, Facebook Live, Zoom, or phone

The Governing Body approved a $20,000 reduction in tap fees to support the Hidden Lakes subdivision tax credit application. This action follows a staff recommendation to provide the support with minimal community impact.

• Approved $20,000 reduction in tap fees for Hidden Lakes subdivision (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and consider a motion to approve it as being in conformity with the Ottawa Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from July 7 and July 12 meetings. The CIP lists projects across departments such as airport, electric, parks, streets, and water, with funding sources to be reviewed later.

• Public hearing on 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) conformity with Comprehensive Plan
• Consider approval of July 7 and July 12 meeting minutes
• CIP includes $3,800,000 airport projects (taxiway reconstruction, new T-hangars)
• CIP includes $4,900,000 electric projects (system conversion, river crossing rebuild)
• CIP includes water line replacements on Davis Road, Cedar Street, Elm Street

The Planning Commission approved the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan, finding it in conformity with the Ottawa Comprehensive Plan. The commission also approved meeting minutes from July 7 and July 12, 2023.

• Approved July 7, 2023 meeting minutes (All present voted aye)
• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (All present voted aye)
• Approved 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (All present voted aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to discuss allowing chickens within city limits, review the response to the July 30 severe storm, and introduce two new parks department employees. The meeting is primarily for discussion and information, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Introduction of Parks Department employees Ian Harn and Darold Worthington
• Update on allowance of chickens in Ottawa city limits
• Update on July 30, 2023 severe storm
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Governing Body met for a study session to receive updates on storm recovery efforts and proposed ordinance changes. No formal votes or legislative decisions were made during this meeting.

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider several items, including a request to rezone 2209 S. Princeton from C-3 General Commercial to Mixed-Use Residential/Commercial and grant a conditional use permit for student housing. They will also vote on a wildland firefighting agreement with the Kansas Forest Service and renew the airport management contract. Public comments are limited to three minutes.

• Rezone 2209 S. Princeton (3.16 acres) to Mixed-Use Residential/Commercial for Ottawa University student dormitories
• Conditional use permit for 70-80 of 89 beds as student housing at 2209 S. Princeton
• Memorandum of Agreement with Kansas Forest Service for wildland fire deployment
• Renew Fixed Base Operator contract with Reeder Aviation, LLC for two years
• Appoint Alexis Davis to Accessibility Advisory Board

The City Commission approved the rezoning of 2209 S. Princeton to a Mixed-Use Residential/Commercial District and granted a conditional use permit for student dormitories to be leased by Ottawa University. The commission also renewed the airport management contract and approved a wildland incident agreement for the fire department.

• Approved appointment of Alexis Davis to Accessibility Advisory Board (All Aye)
• Approved memorandum of agreement with Kansas Forest Service for wildland incident deployment (All Aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4115-23 rezoning 2209 S. Princeton to Mixed-Use Residential/Commercial District (All Aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4116-23 granting conditional use permit for student housing at 2209 S. Princeton (All Aye)
• Approved renewal of Ottawa Municipal Airport Fixed Base Operator contract with Reeder Aviation, LLC for a two-year term (All Aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to discuss several items, including a continued discussion of a memorandum of agreement with the Kansas Forest Service for wildland firefighting, a rezoning of 2209 S Princeton from C-3 General Commercial to Mixed Use Residential/Commercial, and a conditional use permit for student housing at the same property. The commission will also discuss a contract renewal for the Ottawa Municipal Airport fixed base operator. No final votes are scheduled; these items are for discussion and may be moved to a future regular meeting.

• Continued discussion of Memorandum of Agreement with Kansas Forest Service for wildland firefighting cooperation
• Rezoning of 2209 S Princeton from C-3 General Commercial to Mixed Use Residential/Commercial for student housing
• Conditional use permit for student housing/dormitory at 2209 S Princeton (Days Inn)
• Ottawa Municipal Airport Fixed Base Operator Contract Renewal
• Interviews for city boards and commissions (Accessibility Advisory Board)

The Governing Body held a study session to review several proposals, including a forest service agreement and a motel-to-dormitory conversion. No final votes were taken on these items; instead, the commission agreed by consensus to move them to the August 2 regular meeting agenda.

• Agreed by consensus to place Kansas Forest Service memorandum of agreement on August 2 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place 2209 S. Princeton rezoning on August 2 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place 2209 S. Princeton conditional use permit on August 2 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place Ottawa Municipal Airport FBO contract renewal on August 2 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to nominate Alexis Davis to the Accessibility Advisory Board for the August 2 agenda

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a Conditional Use Permit for 2209 S. Princeton St. to convert the former Days Inn motel into student housing/dormitories for Ottawa University. Staff recommends approval with conditions. The commission will also review the draft 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program and move meeting minutes to the next regular meeting.

• Public hearing and possible action on Conditional Use Permit for student housing at 2209 S. Princeton St. (former Days Inn, 59 rooms, 89 beds)
• Staff recommends approval of the CUP, subject to a site plan demonstrating parking compliance
• Review of draft 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Move July 7 and July 12, 2023 meeting minutes to August 9 regular meeting for consideration

The Planning Commission accepted staff findings and recommended approval of a Conditional Use Permit for 2209 S. Princeton St. to the City Commission. No public comments were received during the hearing.

• Accepted staff findings for 2209 S. Princeton St. (All present voted aye; VC-Wenyika recused)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for 2209 S. Princeton St. to City Commission (All present voted aye; VC-Wenyika recused)

City Commission

The Governing Body authorized staff to develop a Request for Proposals to sell the City's fiber utility infrastructure. Staff were also authorized to negotiate improvements for City Hall security upgrades within the budgeted amount. Several other items were tabled for further review.

• Authorized staff to develop an RFP for the sale of Municipal Broadband Utility Infrastructure
• Authorized staff to negotiate City Hall security improvements within the $230,000 budget
• Tabled rezoning of 2209 S. Princeton to Mixed Use Residential/Commercial until July 31, 2023
• Tabled conditional use permit for 2209 S. Princeton until July 31, 2023
• Tabled memorandum of agreement with Kansas Forest Service until July 31, 2023

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider several items, including a resolution to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2024 budget, which would set the maximum mill rate at 44.895 and schedule a public hearing for September 6, 2023. They will also vote on the final plat for the Hidden Lakes Subdivision, adopt rules of procedure for meetings, and handle routine consent agenda items like a new cereal malt beverage license and an appointment to the Kansas Municipal Gas Agency board.

• Resolution to exceed Revenue Neutral Rate, setting max mill rate at 44.895 and public hearing on Sept 6, 2023
• Final plat approval for Hidden Lakes Subdivision (25 lots, 8.95 acres, east of 19th and Princeton)
• New Cereal Malt Beverage License for Riley Browning (Browning Barbering) at 230 1/2 Main Street
• Appointment of City Manager Brian Silcott to Kansas Municipal Gas Agency Board for two-year term
• Adoption of Rules of Procedure for City Commission Meetings

The City Commission approved the final plat for the Hidden Lakes residential subdivision and voted to exceed the revenue neutral rate for 2024 property taxes. The board also adopted new rules of procedure for citizen comments during meetings.

• Approved final plat for Hidden Lakes Subdivision (all present voted aye)
• Approved intent to exceed Revenue Neutral Rate for 2024 with proposed mill levy of 44.895 (all present voted aye)
• Approved public hearing date for 2024 Operation Budget for September 6, 2023 (all present voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1941-23 regarding Rules of Procedure for City Commission Meetings (all present voted aye)
• Approved cereal malt beverage license for Riley Browning (all present voted aye)
• Appointed City Manager Brian Silcott to the Kansas Municipal Gas Agency Board of Directors (all present voted aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will review the proposed 2024 budget, including the neutral rate, and set a public hearing date. They will also consider approving the final plat for Hidden Lakes Subdivision Phase 1, a 25-lot residential development, and adopt rules of procedure for commission meetings. The agenda includes public comments, announcements, and an executive session for attorney consultation.

• 2024 Budget review and setting public hearing
• Resolution approving final plat for Hidden Lakes Subdivision (25 lots, 8.95 acres)
• Resolution adopting rules of procedure for City Commission meetings
• Application for Cereal Malt Beverage License from Riley Browning (Browning Barbering)
• Executive session for attorney/client consultation

The Governing Body held a study session to discuss the 2024 budget, a residential subdivision plat, and meeting rules of procedure. No final votes were taken; all substantive items were moved to the July 19 regular meeting agenda by consensus.

• Placed Hidden Lakes Subdivision Phase I Final Plat on July 19 agenda
• Placed 2024 Budget notice to exceed Revenue Neutral Rate on July 19 agenda
• Placed Resolution Adopting Rules of Procedure for City Commission Meetings on July 19 agenda

City Commission

The Governing Body reviewed proposed 2024 budgets for the city, library, 911 services, and the Franklin County Development Council. No final votes were taken on these budgets or the Hidden Lakes subdivision plat, which were tabled for further review.

• Tabled Hidden Lakes Subdivision Phase I Final Plat until July 17, 2023
• Agreed by consensus to increase funds for the compensation study for review on July 17, 2023
• Placed June 21 and June 26 meeting minutes on the July 19, 2023 agenda
• Placed Riley Browning Cereal Malt Beverage application on the July 19, 2023 agenda

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss a request to rezone 2209 S Princeton St. from C-3 General Commercial to MU/CR Mixed Use Commercial/Residential. The applicant, Brett Chartier, representing property owners Om Sai Ram Inc. and Big Bear Enterprises LLC, intends to convert the Days Inn motel into student housing dormitories for Ottawa University, with an anticipated 70-80 beds. The commission will also review minutes from five prior meetings. No final decisions will be made at this study session; action is expected at the regular meeting on July 12, 2023.

• Rezone request for 2209 S Princeton St. from C-3 to MU/CR for student housing
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for 2209 S Princeton St. (Days Inn)
• Review of minutes from April 27, May 10, May 25, June 14, and June 29 meetings
• Staff recommends MU/CR zoning as more compatible with surrounding commercial uses
• Applicant plans 70-80 of 89 motel beds as dormitory beds

The commission reviewed a rezone application and a conditional use permit application for 2209 S Princeton St. No final decisions were made during this study session. Public hearings for these items are scheduled for July 12 and July 27, 2023.

• Scheduled public hearing for 2209 S Princeton St rezone for July 12, 2023
• Scheduled public hearing for 2209 S Princeton St conditional use permit for July 27, 2023

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss a request to rezone 2209 S Princeton St from C-3 General Commercial to MU/CR Mixed Use Commercial/Residential, to convert the Days Inn into student housing for Ottawa University. The commission will also review minutes from four prior meetings and sign the approved final plat for Oak Star Bank. No final decisions are expected at this study session.

• Rezone request for 2209 S Princeton St (Days Inn) from C-3 to MU/CR for student housing
• Signing of approved final plat for Oak Star Bank
• Review of minutes from April 27, May 10, May 25, and June 14 meetings
• Staff recommends MU/CR zoning, noting compatibility with surrounding commercial uses

The meeting was adjourned because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made and no votes were taken. Information regarding the rezone of 2209 S Princeton Street was shared and will be considered at the next Study Session Meeting.

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to discuss the final plat for the Hidden Lakes Subdivision Phase 1, a proposed 25-lot residential development, and to review the 2024 budget overview, including the Memorial Auditorium, Debt Service Fund, and General Fund. They will also review the city ordinance prohibiting fireworks. No final decisions are being made at this study session; items will be placed on future regular meeting agendas.

• Hidden Lakes Subdivision Phase 1 final plat: 25 lots (24 single-family) on 8.95 acres east of 19th and Princeton streets
• 2024 budget overview for Ottawa Memorial Auditorium, Debt Service Fund, and General Fund
• Review of city ordinance prohibiting fireworks
• Public comments on agenda items and non-agenda items (3-minute limit)
• Upcoming meetings: June 27 special announcement at Kanza Park, July 3 and July 5 meetings canceled

The Governing Body reviewed a final plat for the Hidden Lakes subdivision and 2024 budget proposals but made no final approvals. Both items were tabled for further review and staff presentation at the next study session.

• Tabled Hidden Lakes Subdivision Phase I Final Plat until July 10, 2023
• Tabled 2024 Budget Overview and fund recommendations until July 10, 2023
• Agreed by consensus to place June 19 Study Session minutes on the July 19 Regular Meeting agenda

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider approving the 2022 audited financial statement and adopting new meeting rules of procedure. The audit found no deficiencies, and the rules aim to encourage orderly public participation. The commission will also receive an update on the Volunteers in Police Service program.

• Approval of 2022 audited financial statement (Gordon CPA)
• Adoption of City Commission Meeting Rules of Procedure
• Update on Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS)
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items

The City Commission approved the fiscal 2022 financial audit, which received an unmodified opinion. The commission also adopted new rules of procedure for citizen comments during meetings.

• Approved 2022 Audited Financial Statement (all present voted aye)
• Approved meeting rules of procedure (all present voted aye)
• Approved consent agenda including June 5 and June 12 Study Session minutes (all present voted aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to review the 2022 audited financial statements, presented by auditor Sean Gordon. The audit found the statements fairly presented under the regulatory basis, with no findings or questioned costs. The commission will also discuss items for the next regular meeting agenda.

• 2022 audited financial statements presented by Gordon CPA
• Single Audit required due to federal grant spending on Southgate Living project
• No findings or questioned costs in audit report
• Discussion of citizen comment rules for City Commission meetings
• 2024 utility budgets reviewed (water, wastewater, electric, stormwater)

The Governing Body reviewed the 2022 financial audit report, which resulted in an unmodified opinion with no significant deficiencies. The commission agreed by consensus to place the audit and the June 12 study session minutes on the June 21 regular meeting agenda.

• Agreed by consensus to place June 12 Study Session minutes on June 21 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place 2022 Audited Financial Statement on June 21 agenda

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on whether to recommend approval of the final plat for Hidden Lakes subdivision, Phase 1, a proposed 8.95-acre residential development with 25 lots (24 single-family) east of 19th and Princeton streets. The plat includes public streets, utilities, sidewalks, lighting, and stormwater facilities. Staff recommends approval if all comments are addressed.

• Final plat for Hidden Lakes subdivision, Phase 1 (8.95 acres, 25 lots, 24 single-family) east of 19th and Princeton streets
• Includes public street construction, utilities, sidewalk, street lighting, and stormwater collection
• Variance for 43-foot street right-of-way (minimum 60 feet) previously approved by Planning Commission (Jan 11) and City Commission (Feb 1)
• Preliminary plat approved Jan 11, 2023, with conditions on stormwater, traffic, and driveway access
• Staff recommends approval of final plat if all city staff comments are addressed

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the final plat for the Hidden Lakes residential subdivision. The recommendation includes adding language to the development agreement to protect property owners regarding a fence and other concerns.

• Recommended approval of Hidden Lakes final plat to City Commission (5-0)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to continue discussing proposed rules of procedure for public comments and to review the 2024 budget overview for water, wastewater, electric, and stormwater utilities. The meeting is for discussion only; no final decisions are expected.

• Continued discussion of City Commission Rules of Procedure, including a draft with 3-minute speaker limit and rules on decorum
• 2024 Water Utility budget: proposed $3,503,980 revenue, $3,498,630 expenditures, ending fund balance $436,040
• Water rate increases already adopted: 8% plus $2 base charge increase in 2024, further increases through 2027
• Deferral of 12-inch water line replacement from 17th to 19th and Elm to 2025 due to low fund balance
• 2024 Wastewater Utility budget: proposed $3,471,805 revenue, $4,138,785 expenditures, ending fund balance $1,420,530

The Governing Body held a study session to review proposed 2024 budgets for water, wastewater, electric, and stormwater utilities. No formal votes were taken on the budgets. The commission agreed to move the review of previous minutes and a proposal for citizen comment rules to the June 21 regular meeting agenda.

• Agreed by consensus to place June 5 Study Session minutes on the June 21 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place City Commission Rules of Procedure regarding citizen comments on the next regular meeting agenda

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 7, 2023. The primary action items are approving the consent agenda, which includes minutes from several prior meetings, and receiving an award presentation from the Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). The agenda also includes time for public comments, declarations of conflicts, and comments from city officials.

• ESGR Award Presentation to the City Commission
• Approval of consent agenda with minutes from May 3, 8, 15, 17, 22, and 24 meetings
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items (3-minute limit)
• Commissioner declarations of conflicts or communications
• Announcements for upcoming Study Sessions and Regular Meeting

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, including minutes from several May meetings. The body received an Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) award. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including May meeting minutes (all present voted aye)

City Commission

The Governing Body met for a study session and reviewed previous meeting minutes. No formal actions were taken, and items discussed were deferred to future agendas.

• Agreed by consensus to place May meeting minutes on the June 7, 2023 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place draft citizen comment rules on the next study session agenda

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission is meeting to consider approval of minutes from prior meetings and to review a final plat for the Hidden Lakes development by Belmont Development and Anderson Engineering. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the final plat as the only substantive new business item.

• Final Plat – Hidden Lakes – Belmont Development and Anderson Engineering
• Consider April 27, 2023, Study Session Meeting minutes
• Consider May 10, 2023, Special Meeting minutes

The meeting was adjourned because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made and no votes were taken. Information regarding the Hidden Lakes development final plat was shared and will be considered at the next regular meeting.

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution supporting a Moderate Income Housing (MIH) grant application by Platinum Properties LLC for a mixed-use building with 11 residential units and commercial space on Walnut Street. The resolution is required for the grant application, which has a June 2, 2023 deadline. The commission will vote on the resolution after public comments.

• Resolution supporting MIH grant application for Platinum Properties LLC project
• Project: 11 residential units and 3 commercial units on Walnut Street between 1st and 2nd Streets
• Total project cost: $2,212,580
• MIH grant request: $463,086
• Target households: 60-150% of HUD state non-metro area median income

The City Commission approved a resolution supporting Platinum Properties LLC's application for Moderate Income Housing grant funds. The funding is intended for a mixed-use building featuring eleven residential apartment units and three commercial units on Walnut Street.

• Approved Consent Agenda (all present voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1939-23 supporting Platinum Properties LLC's Moderate Income Housing application (4-0, Mayor Crowley abstained)

City Commission

The City Commission approved the lowest bid from Kansas State Bank for the lease purchase of a 2022 Pierce Enforcer PUC Fire Truck. The agreement includes a 5% interest rate and a closing date of May 30, 2023. The commission also approved several board appointments and two proclamations.

• Approved lease purchase of 2022 Pierce Enforcer PUC Fire Truck from Kansas State Bank (All Aye)
• Approved appointment of Isaac Gwinn to Ottawa Memorial Auditorium Advisory Board (All Aye)
• Approved appointment of Jim Deane to Ottawa Library Board (All Aye)
• Approved minutes from April 17, April 19, April 24, and May 1 study sessions and regular meetings (All Aye)
• Issued proclamation for Mental Health Month
• Issued proclamation for National Kids to Parks Day

City Commission

The Governing Body appointed Jim Deane to the Library Board. Other items, including a fire engine lease purchase bid and various proclamations, were scheduled for the May 17 regular meeting. The 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program draft was reviewed and will be sent to the Planning Commission.

• Appointed Jim Deane to the Library Board (consensus)
• Scheduled fire engine lease purchase bid review for May 17 meeting (consensus)
• Scheduled review of April 24 and May 1 study session minutes and proclamations for May 17 meeting (consensus)
• Referred draft 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program to Planning Commission

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the preliminary plat for a proposed Casey's General Store gas station and convenience store on a 5.93-acre tract east of E 27th Street and US 59. Staff recommends approval with conditions. The consent agenda includes approval of the April 12, 2023 study session minutes.

• Casey's General Store preliminary plat, 5.93 acres at SE corner of E 27th Street and US 59
• Tesla EV charging stations planned on site
• Traffic study accepted by KDOT; DRC comments to be resolved
• Approval of April 12, 2023 study session minutes

The Planning Commission accepted staff findings and recommended approval of the Casey’s General Store preliminary plat to the City Commission. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 12, 2023, study session.

• Approved April 12, 2023, study session minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted staff findings for Casey’s General Store Preliminary Plat (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Casey’s General Store Preliminary Plat to City Commission (6-0)

City Commission

The Governing Body conducted interviews for the Library Board and Ottawa Memorial Auditorium Advisory Board. No final votes were taken on appointments or policy, as items were placed on the May 17 agenda for formal action.

• Agreed by consensus to place April 17 and April 19 minutes on the May 17 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place Isaac Gwinn's appointment to the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium Advisory Board on the May 17 agenda
• Approved motion to recess into executive session for security measures (all present voted aye)
• Approved motion to reconvene into open session (all present voted aye)

City Commission

The City Commission approved a rezoning of 901 S. Cherry from low-density residential to high-density residential (R-3) to allow construction of an apartment complex for student housing, despite staff and Planning Commission recommendations against R-3 and in favor of a medium-density (R-2) alternative. The commission also approved a replat combining two lots in the Northeast Industrial Park 4th Addition and awarded a $148,450 contract for concrete street repair on S. Princeton Street.

• Approved rezoning 901 S. Cherry from R-1/HO-O to R-3 for student housing (5-0)
• Approved resolution accepting dedication of easements and replat of NE Industrial Park 4th Addition (5-0)
• Approved $148,450 bid from Precision Construction for 2023 street rehabilitation on S. Princeton Street (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including amended minutes and board reappointments (5-0)

City Commission

The Governing Body held a study session to review several proposals. No final votes were taken; the commission agreed by consensus to place the discussed items on the May 3 regular meeting agenda.

• Placed Police Week proclamation on May 3 agenda
• Placed rezoning request for 901 S. Cherry on May 3 agenda
• Placed minor plat application for Northeast Industrial Park on May 3 agenda
• Placed $148,450 S. Princeton Street repair bid on May 3 agenda

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a study session to review the preliminary plat for a proposed Casey's General Store, including a gas station and general store with Tesla charging stations, on a 5.93-acre tract near E 27th Street and US 59. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 12 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other new business.

• Preliminary plat for Casey's General Store, 5.93 acres, east of E 27th Street and US 59, with Tesla charging stations
• Review of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Next regular meeting scheduled for May 10, 2023

The Planning Commission reviewed a preliminary plat application for a Casey’s General Store at 2597 US Highway 59. Staff recommended approval provided all remaining DRC comments are addressed. The minutes do not record a final vote on the plat.

• Reviewed preliminary plat for Casey’s General Store at 2597 US Highway 59
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting

City Commission

The Governing Body held a study session to review several items for future agendas. No final votes were taken on rezoning or platting requests, which were moved to the May 1 study session.

• Agreed to place April 10 Study Session minutes on May 3 Regular Meeting agenda
• Agreed to place Community Action Month proclamation on May 3 Regular Meeting agenda
• Agreed to place 901 S. Cherry rezoning request on May 1 Study Session agenda
• Agreed to place NE Industrial Park minor plat application on May 1 Study Session agenda

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions related to an electric sign at 301 S. Hickory, an amended development agreement for the Premier Auto Project, and the issuance of industrial revenue bonds. The commission will also consider a replat for OakStar Bank Addition, financing for a fire engine, and vacating a utility easement. Consent agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a new cereal malt beverage license for Casey's at 2243 Princeton Street.

• Public hearing and resolution for electric sign at 301 S. Hickory (SHPO ruling)
• Amended development agreement for Premier Auto Project (deadline extension)
• Resolution to issue up to $9,545,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Premier Auto Phase I
• Resolution to finance fire engine with tax-exempt debt ($770,116.33)
• Ordinance to vacate utility easement at 929-931 E. Wilson (VanKnight Homes)

The City Commission approved the installation of an electronic sign at 301 S. Hickory despite objections from the State Historic Preservation Office. The board also approved a fire engine purchase and several development-related resolutions.

• Approved installation of electronic sign at 301 S. Hickory (Resolution No. 1933-23)
• Approved amended development agreement for Premier Auto Project extending completion to August 1, 2024 (Resolution No. 1934-23)
• Approved intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds not to exceed $9,545,000 (Resolution No. 1935-23)
• Approved replat for OakStar Bank Addition (Resolution No. 1936-23)
• Approved intent to finance a Pierce Enforcer PumperTruck for $770,116.33 (Resolution No. 1937-23)
• Approved vacating utility easement at 929-931 E. Wilson (Ordinance No. 4113-23)
• Approved Cereal Malt Beverage license for Casey’s at 2243 S. Princeton St

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to discuss several items, including a resolution approving the replat and renaming of the OakStar Bank Addition, a resolution of intent to lease-purchase a fire engine, and an ordinance to vacate a utility easement at 929-931 E. Wilson. They will also review materials for a State Historical Preservation Override application and public hearing. The meeting includes public comments and announcements for upcoming regular and study sessions.

• Resolution approving replat, renaming, and accepting additional right-of-way dedication for OakStar Bank Addition (1.6-acre lot, 10-foot right-of-way along W 23rd Street)
• Resolution of intent to lease-purchase a fire engine
• Ordinance vacating utility easement at 929-931 E. Wilson
• Review of materials for State Historical Preservation Override application and public hearing on April 19, 2023
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes; comments on personnel and pending litigation not permitted

The Governing Body held a study session to review several proposals. No final votes were taken; instead, the commission agreed by consensus to place all discussed items on the agenda for the April 19 Regular Meeting.

• Scheduled review of April 5 Regular Meeting minutes for April 19
• Scheduled Oak Star Bank Addition Replat resolution for April 19
• Scheduled resolution to finance a $770,116.33 fire engine for April 19
• Scheduled ordinance to vacate utility easement at 929-931 E. Wilson for April 19
• Scheduled SHPO Override Application for Ottawa Memorial Auditorium sign for April 19

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two requests: a partial utility easement vacation at 929-931 E Wilson and a rezone of 901 S Cherry Street from R-1 to R-3 for a proposed student housing and apartment development. Staff recommends approval of the easement vacation but recommends against the R-3 rezone, suggesting R-2 instead. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a minor plat for the NE Ottawa Industrial Park.

• Partial utility easement vacation at 929-931 E Wilson (duplex encroaches 2'6" into easement)
• Rezone of 901 S Cherry Street from R-1, HO-O to R-3 (staff recommends R-2 instead)
• Minor plat approval for NE Ottawa Industrial Park, 4th Addition, Big Bear Enterprises
• Approval of March 30, 2023 study session minutes

The Planning Commission recommended a rezoning for 901 S. Cherry Street to R-2 Medium Density Residential with a Conditional Use Permit. The commission also recommended approval for a utility easement vacation and a minor plat for the NE Ottawa Industrial Park.

• Approved March 30, 2023 study session minutes (all present voted aye)
• Recommended approval to City Commission for partial vacation of utility easement at 929-931 E Wilson (6-0)
• Recommended approval to City Commission for rezoning 901 S. Cherry Street from R-1, HO-O to R-2 with a Conditional Use Permit (5-0)
• Recommended approval to City Commission for minor plat of NE Ottawa Industrial Park, 4th Addition Big Bear Enterprises (6-0)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to discuss an amended development agreement with Premier Real Estate of Ottawa LLC (Victory Auto) that extends the project completion deadline to August 1, 2024, and combines sales tax exemptions for phases 1 and 2. The commission will also consider a cereal malt beverage license for Casey's at 2243 Princeton Street and a replat for OakStar Bank. The agenda includes approval of minutes from prior study sessions and standard procedural items.

• Continued discussion of extension request by Premier (Victory) Auto for IRB sales tax exemption, with amended development agreement and resolution of intent for industrial revenue bonds
• Application for Cereal Malt Beverage (CMB) License for Casey's at 2243 Princeton Street
• OakStar Bank Addition Replat
• Approval of minutes from March 20, 27, and April 3, 2023 study sessions

The Governing Body held a study session to review pending items. No substantive votes were taken; the commission agreed by consensus to place several matters on the next regular meeting agenda.

• Placed March 20, March 27, and April 3 study session minutes on April 19 agenda
• Placed Victory Auto IRB sales tax exemption extension request on April 19 agenda
• Placed Casey’s cereal malt beverage license application for 2243 Princeton on April 19 agenda
• Placed Oak Star Bank addition replat on April 19 agenda

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider two new business items: an ordinance allowing organizations to clean and maintain Veterans headstones in municipal cemeteries, and a resolution updating signers for city bank accounts. The agenda also includes consent items (minutes), public comments, and commissioner reports.

• Ordinance amending municipal code on cemeteries to allow organizations to clean/maintain Veterans headstones
• Resolution defining depository institutions for idle funds, updating bank account signers
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from March 6, 13, and 15, 2023 meetings
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes; comments due by 4:00 pm April 5, 2023

The City Commission approved an ordinance to allow the cleaning and maintenance of Veteran headstones. The commission also adopted a resolution updating the designated signers for the city's depository institutions.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4111-23 amending municipal code on cemeteries (All present voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1932-23 defining depository institutions for idle funds (All present voted aye)
• Approved consent agenda including previous meeting minutes (All present voted aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to discuss an extension request by Victory Auto for an IRB sales tax exemption, an ordinance amending cemetery rules to allow cleaning and resetting of veterans' stones, and a resolution updating authorized signers for city bank accounts. The agenda also includes public comments, city manager and commissioner comments, and announcements.

• Continued discussion of Victory Auto IRB sales tax exemption extension request
• Ordinance amending cemetery code to permit cleaning, maintenance, and resetting of veterans' stones with prior approval of Public Works Director
• Resolution defining depository institutions and authorized signers for city bank accounts, requiring two signatures on transactions
• List of authorized signers includes City Manager Brian W. Silcott, City Attorney Blaine B. Finch, Finance Director Melanie D. Landis, HR Director Michelle D. Wapp, and City Treasurer Rebekah S. McCurdy

The Governing Body held a study session to discuss a development agreement extension for Victory Auto and proposed changes to the municipal code regarding cemetery maintenance. No final votes were taken; items were scheduled for future regular meetings.

• Agreed by consensus to review Victory Auto development agreement amendment and IRB resolution at April 19 meeting
• Agreed by consensus to place cemetery municipal code amendment on April 5 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place resolution for depository institutions and authorized signers on April 5 agenda

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss two items. They will consider a request to partially vacate a utility easement at 929-931 E Wilson, where a duplex encroaches on the easement. They will also discuss a request to rezone 901 S Cherry St from R-1 to R-3 for a proposed student housing and apartment development.

• Partial vacation of utility easement at 929-931 E Wilson (Van Knight Homes)
• Rezone of 901 S Cherry St from R-1 to R-3 for student housing (Raymond Love)
• Approval of minutes from February 23 and March 7 meetings
• Next regular meeting scheduled for April 12, 2023

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from February 23 and March 7, 2023. The commission reviewed a utility easement vacation request and a rezoning request, both of which are scheduled for public hearings on April 12, 2023.

• Approved February 23, 2023 minutes (all aye)
• Approved March 7, 2023 minutes (all aye)
• Scheduled public hearing for utility easement vacation at 929-931 E Wilson for April 12, 2023
• Scheduled public hearing for rezoning of 901 S. Cherry Street for April 12, 2023

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to review February monthly financial reports and consider an update to Municipal Code 7-105 regarding monuments, stones, and urns in cemeteries. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments.

• Review of February 2023 monthly reports (financial and departmental)
• Update to Municipal Code 7-105 on Monuments, Stones and Urns
• Approval of minutes from March 6, 13, and 15 meetings
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items

The Governing Body reviewed February 2023 financial reports and proposed revisions to the municipal code regarding cemetery maintenance. No final votes were taken; items were scheduled for future meetings.

• Scheduled review of March 6, March 13, and March 15 minutes for April 5 meeting
• Agreed by consensus to place cemetery code revisions on April 3 Study Session agenda

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to discuss an extension request from Victory Auto for an IRB sales tax exemption and consider an ordinance establishing a Golf Course Advisory Board. The board would advise on golf course operations, maintenance, and finances. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with no final votes scheduled.

• Extension request for Victory Auto IRB sales tax exemption
• Ordinance establishing a Golf Course Advisory Board
• Golf board would have 7 members, 2-year terms, no pay
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes, must be submitted by 2:00 pm on March 20

The Governing Body met for a study session to hear reports and requests. No formal decisions were made during the meeting.

• Requested Victory Auto attend next study session to review extension requests
• Took requested changes in chicken regulations under advisement

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider approving a voluntary exchange of federal transportation funds with the Kansas Department of Transportation, which would bring $153,860.68 into the Special Streets Fund. The agenda also includes project updates on stormwater, road improvements, a new water tower, and other infrastructure. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker, and the meeting is open for in-person, Zoom, or written participation.

• KDOT Federal Funds Exchange: $153,860.68 to Special Streets Fund
• Cedar and Oak Streets Stormwater Project update
• Main and 68 Hwy Improvements update
• New Water Tower update
• Ultraviolet Disinfection System update

The City Commission voted to participate in the 2023 Kansas Department of Transportation Federal Funds Exchange program. The Governing Body also received updates on several utility and infrastructure projects.

• Approved participation in the KDOT 2023 Federal Funds Exchange to receive $153,860.68 (All aye)
• Approved consent agenda including previous meeting minutes (All aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will discuss an ordinance to establish a Golf Course Advisory Board, which would advise the City Manager and Commission on golf course operations, maintenance, and finances. The agenda also includes a 2024 budget retreat discussion and comments from city officials. The meeting is a study session, so items are for discussion only, not final decisions.

• Ordinance establishing Golf Course Advisory Board with 7 members, 2-year terms
• 2024 Budget Retreat discussion
• Retirement reception for City Manager Richard U. Nienstedt on March 16
• Approval of minutes from March 1 regular and special meetings

The Governing Body held a study session to review the 2024 budget calendar and a proposed ordinance to establish a golf course advisory board. No final votes were taken on these items, and several matters were deferred to future meetings.

• Agreed to place March 1 and March 1, 2023 meeting minutes on the March 15 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place the golf course advisory board ordinance on the March 20 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to further explore the ordinance regarding chickens in city limits at a future study session

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss using $4,872.75 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to clear past-due utility balances for seven customer accounts affected by the closure of the Kansas Emergency Rental Assistance (KERA) program, plus waiving $857.84 in late fees. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and general comments from the city manager, commissioners, and mayor.

• Utility assistance: $4,872.75 from ARPA Fund (Grant Fund 407) for 7 accounts with past-due balances from KERA program closure
• Waiving $857.84 in late fees on those customer accounts
• Approval of minutes from Feb 27 study session and Feb 28 special call executive session
• Retirement reception for City Manager Richard U. Nienstedt on March 16, 2023

The Governing Body approved the employment contract for new City Manager Brian Silcott. Additionally, the commission agreed to use American Rescue Plan Act funding to assist residents with past due utility bills.

• Approved City Manager contract for Brian Silcott (unanimous)
• Approved use of ARPA funds to pay $4,872.75 in past due utility balances for seven accounts (consensus)
• Approved waiving $857.84 in utility late fees (consensus)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider three new business items: a conditional use permit for a duplex at 916 South Walnut, a rezoning request for 634 North King Street, and a donation of historic survey equipment. The consent agenda includes minutes and an appointment. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Conditional Use Permit for duplex at 916 South Walnut (R-1 district), Planning Commission recommends approval 5-0
• Rezoning 634 North King Street from I-2 Heavy Industrial to Mixed Use / Residential Commercial (request by Richard Dietz)
• Donation of historic land survey equipment to Franklin County Historical Society
• Appointment of Commissioner Sara Caylor to Kansas Municipal Energy Agency Board as Director 1
• Public comments (3-minute limit, submit by 4:00 pm March 1)

The City Commission approved a conditional use permit for a duplex and rezoned a property from heavy industrial to mixed-use. The commission also authorized the donation of historic survey equipment to the Franklin County Historical Society.

• Approved conditional use permit for a duplex at 916 South Walnut (all aye)
• Approved rezoning of 634 North King from I-2 Heavy Industrial Use to Mixed Use/Residential Commercial (all aye)
• Approved donation of historic land survey equipment to the Franklin County Historical Society (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 13 Study Session and Feb 15 Regular Meeting minutes (all aye)
• Approved appointment of Commissioner Caylor to the Kansas Municipal Energy Agency (all aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to discuss several items, including a request to rezone property at 634 North King Street from heavy industrial to mixed-use/residential commercial, and an ordinance granting a conditional use permit for property at 916 South Walnut. They will also review January monthly reports, appoint a director to the Kansas Municipal Energy Agency board, and hear city manager comments on ARPA funds for utility accounts, a land donation, and a land sale. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with formal votes expected at a later regular meeting.

• Rezone 634 North King Street from I-2 Heavy Industrial to Mixed Use/Residential Commercial
• Conditional use permit for property at 916 South Walnut
• Appointment of director to Kansas Municipal Energy Agency (KMEA) Board
• ARPA funds for utility accounts
• Confirmation of sale of land in North Industrial Park to Big Bear Enterprises

The Governing Body approved the sale of city-owned property in the North Industrial Park to Big Bear Enterprises for $24,000. Other items, including rezoning requests and a director appointment, were moved to the March 1 regular meeting agenda.

• Approved sale of North Industrial Park property to Big Bear Enterprises for $24,000 (All aye)
• Scheduled budget retreat for March 13, 2023
• Placed rezoning of 634 N. King Street on March 1 agenda
• Placed conditional use permit for 916 S. Walnut on March 1 agenda
• Placed KMEA Director-1 appointment of Commissioner Sara Caylor on March 1 agenda
• Placed donation of survey equipment to Franklin County Historical Society on March 1 agenda

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss a request by Raymond Love to rezone 5.7 acres at 901 S. Cherry Street from R-1 to R-3 to build an apartment complex in conjunction with Ottawa University. The agenda also includes approval of the February 8, 2023 meeting minutes and other routine items. Staff recommends approving the rezone at the regular meeting on March 8, 2023.

• Rezone 901 S. Cherry from R-1 to R-3 for apartment complex (Raymond Love)
• Approval of February 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 8, 2023 at 7 p.m.
• Next study session scheduled for March 30, 2023 at noon

The Planning Commission approved the February 8, 2023 meeting minutes. Commissioners discussed a proposal to rezone 901 S. Cherry from R-1 to R-3 for Ottawa University student housing and agreed to place the application on the next regular meeting agenda for a public hearing.

• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (All aye)
• Agreed to place 901 S. Cherry rezone application on next regular meeting agenda for public hearing

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider approving a $566,080 proposal for a UV disinfection system at the Water Reclamation Facility, funded by ARPA. They will also vote on resolutions supporting housing investor tax credits for three developers and an ordinance to vacate a utility easement in Wildcat Two Addition. The meeting includes routine consent items and public comments.

• Approval of $566,080 proposal from Davis Structure and Development Corp for UV disinfection system at Water Reclamation Facility
• Resolution of support for Housing Investor Tax Credits for Heartland Design Build, LLC
• Resolution of support for Housing Investor Tax Credits for Roc Em LLC
• Resolution of support for Housing Investor Tax Credits for Ottawa Destination Development LLC
• Ordinance vacating 20' utility easement in Wildcat Two Addition

The City Commission adopted three resolutions of support for housing investor tax credits to facilitate the construction of single-family homes, duplexes, and apartments. The board also approved a UV disinfection system for the Water Reclamation Facility and vacated a utility easement in Wildcat Two Addition.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1929-23 for Heartland Design Build, LLC housing tax credits (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1930-23 for Roc Em, LLC housing tax credits (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1931-23 for Ottawa Destination Development, LLC housing tax credits (all aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4109-23 vacating utility easement in Wildcat Two Addition (all aye)
• Approved UV Disinfection System for Water Reclamation Facility using ARPA funds (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including previous meeting minutes (all aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to discuss an ordinance vacating a utility easement in Wildcat Two Addition, a proposed ultraviolet disinfection system at the water reclamation facility, and resolutions supporting housing investor tax credits for two developers. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and announcements of upcoming meetings.

• Ordinance vacating 20-foot utility easement over west 20 feet of Lots 1-4, Wildcat Two Addition
• Ultraviolet disinfection system at Water Reclamation Facility
• Resolution of support for Housing Investor Tax Credits: Ottawa Destination Development LLC
• Resolution of support for Housing Investor Tax Credits: Heartland Design Build, LLC (4 credits, Westwood #2 Project)
• Resolution of support for Housing Investor Tax Credits: Roc Em LLC (14 credits, Diamond Head Street Duplex Project)

The Governing Body held a study session to review proposals and ordinances. No final votes were taken; instead, the body agreed by consensus to place three specific items on the upcoming regular meeting agenda.

• Placed ordinance to vacate utility easement in Wildcat Two Addition on Feb 15 agenda
• Placed $566,080 ultraviolet disinfection system proposal for water reclamation facility on Feb 15 agenda
• Placed Resolution of Support for Ottawa Destination Development LLC housing tax credits on Feb 15 agenda
• Placed Jan 30, Feb 1, and Feb 6 meeting minutes on Feb 15 agenda

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including a fence regulation amendment, a minor replat, two conditional use permits, a rezone, and a utility easement vacation. They will also discuss a request to amend billboard dimensional standards. The meeting includes public comments and approval of previous minutes.

• Amendment to fence regulations to prohibit new fences in utility easements
• Minor replat of Lot 4 and part of Lot 5 of ABK Addition at 226 W. 23rd St. (OakStar Bank)
• Conditional use permit for duplex at 1004 S. Walnut St. (Slade Vandeventer)
• Conditional use permit for duplex at 916 S. Walnut St. (Raymond Love)
• Rezone at 634 N. King St. from I-2 to MU/RC (Richard Deitz)

The Planning Commission approved a minor replat for OakStar Bank and a conditional use permit for a duplex at 916 S. Walnut. The commission recommended that the City Commission approve a fence regulation amendment, a duplex permit at 1004 S. Walnut, a rezone at 634 N. King, and a utility easement vacation.

• Recommended City Commission approve amendment to prohibit fences in utility easements (All aye)
• Approved minor replat of Lot 4 and part of Lot 5 of ABK Addition for OakStar Bank (All aye)
• Recommended City Commission approve Conditional Use Permit for duplex at 1004 S. Walnut (All aye)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for duplex at 916 S. Walnut (All aye)
• Recommended City Commission approve rezone of 634 N. King from I-2 to MU/RC (5-1)
• Recommended City Commission approve vacation of utility easement at 3292 Wildcat Dr. & 2324 E. Logan St. (All aye)
• Tabled request by Underwood Equipment, Inc. to amend billboard dimensional standards

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to discuss allowing chickens in residential areas, based on research of ordinances in nearby cities. They will also consider resolutions of support for two housing investor tax credit applications. The agenda includes review of minutes and reports, with no final votes expected at this study session.

• Discussion of chicken regulations in other cities, with comparison table of nearby city ordinances
• Resolution of support for Heartland Design Build, LLC's HITC application for Westwood #2 Project (4 single-family homes)
• Resolution of support for Roc Em LLC's HITC application for Diamond Head Street Duplex Project (7 duplexes, 14 units)
• Review of January 30, 2023 study session minutes, including electric rate increase discussion (6% annual increase 2023-2027)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes; comments on personnel and pending litigation not permitted

The Governing Body requested staff prepare a draft ordinance regarding permitting regulations for keeping chickens in residential areas. Two resolutions of support for housing investor tax credits were discussed and scheduled for a future meeting.

• Requested staff prepare draft ordinance for residential chicken permitting
• Agreed by consensus to place Heartland Design Build, LLC housing tax credit resolution on Feb 15 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place Roc Em LLC housing tax credit resolution on Feb 15 agenda
• Removed January 30, 2023 Study Session minutes from the agenda

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider approving a resolution that raises electric energy charges by 6% each year from 2023 through 2027, with implementation each March. The commission will also review a bid for a comprehensive fire department study, approve a preliminary plat for a 24-lot subdivision, and issue a Black History Month proclamation. The meeting includes consent agenda items and public comments.

• Resolution to increase electric energy charges by 6% annually from 2023 to 2027
• Bid recommendation for comprehensive fire department study by Center of Public Safety Management
• Preliminary plat approval for Hidden Lakes Subdivision Phase I (24 single-family lots east of S. Princeton and E. 19th Street)
• Proclamation recognizing February 2023 as Black History Month
• Appointment of Carla Griffith to Board of Zoning Appeals

The City Commission adopted Resolution No. 1928-23 to implement 6% annual electric rate increases from 2023 through 2027. The body also approved a bid for a fire department study and a preliminary plat for the Hidden Lakes Subdivision.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1928-23 for 6% annual electric rate increases 2023-2027 (All aye)
• Approved bid from Center of Public Safety Management for fire department study (All aye)
• Approved variance and preliminary plat for Hidden Lakes Subdivision Phase I (All aye)
• Approved appointment of Carla Griffith to Board of Zoning Appeals (All aye)
• Approved 2023-2024 Board and Commission assignments (All aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission is holding a study session to discuss and review several items, including a proclamation for Catholic Schools Week, monthly reports for December 2022, the Hidden Lakes Subdivision preliminary plat, and an electric rate discussion. The meeting also includes public comments and announcements. No final decisions are made at this study session; items are typically placed on a future regular meeting agenda.

• Proclamation recognizing January 29-February 4, 2023 as Catholic Schools Week
• Review of monthly reports for December 2022
• Continued review of Hidden Lakes Subdivision Preliminary Plat Phase I (approx. 8.95 acres, includes public street construction, utilities, sidewalks, street lighting, stormwater management)
• Electric rate discussion
• Appointment of Carla Griffith to the Board of Zoning Appeals

The Governing Body rejected a real estate bid for properties at 103 and 107 N. Elm due to a non-executed contract. Several other items, including a proposed 6% annual electric rate increase through 2027 and the Hidden Lakes Subdivision plat, were moved to the February 1 agenda.

• Rejected bid for 103 and 107 N. Elm due to non-executed contract (All present voted aye)
• Agreed by consensus to place January meeting minutes on February 1 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place Black History Month proclamation on February 1 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place Hidden Lakes Subdivision Preliminary Plat – Phase I on February 1 agenda
• Agreed by consensus to place electric rate increase proposal on February 1 agenda

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss six new business items, including conditional use permits for duplexes at 1004 and 916 S. Walnut, a rezone of 634 N. King from heavy industrial to mixed-use, a minor replat for OakStar Bank, a utility easement vacation, and a request to amend billboard sign standards. The commission will also review a proposed amendment to fence regulations regarding utility easements, which will have a public hearing on February 8. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Conditional use permit for duplex at 1004 S. Walnut
• Conditional use permit for duplex at 916 S. Walnut
• Rezone 634 N. King from I-2 to MU/RC
• Minor replat of Lot 4 and part of Lot 5, ABK Addition, 226 W. 23rd St. (OakStar Bank)
• Vacation of utility easement at 3292 Wildcat Drive and 2324 E. Logan St.

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items regarding rezoning, conditional use permits, and ordinance amendments were discussed but not decided.

• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes (All voted aye)

City Commission

The Governing Body reviewed a preliminary plat for the Hidden Lakes Subdivision and a proposal for a fire department comprehensive study. No final votes were taken on these items; both were scheduled for future agendas. The Commission also confirmed board assignments for 2023-2024.

• Tabled Hidden Lakes Subdivision preliminary plat to January 30, 2023 study session (consensus)
• Tabled Fire Department Comprehensive Study proposal to February 1, 2023 regular meeting (consensus)
• Confirmed 2023-2024 Commission Board and Commission Assignments
• Recessed into executive session twice to discuss city manager applicants (all aye)

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will consider approving resolutions that raise water and wastewater rates over five years, along with several 2023 funding agreements for local organizations. The meeting also includes proclamations, a retirement plaque, and reorganization of the commission.

• Wastewater rate resolution: base charge rises from $20.00 to $28.00 and volume charge from $3.65 to $4.44 per CCF by 2027
• Water rate resolution: residential base charge increases from $6.00 to $10.00 and step rates rise through 2027
• 2023 funding agreements with Franklin County Development Council, Prairie Paws Animal Shelter, Elizabeth Layton Center, and Ottawa Main Street Association
• Ordinance revising Article 7 of Municipal Code on cemeteries, changing memorial decoration handling
• Proclamations for Human Trafficking Awareness Month and Kansas Day

The City Commission adopted new rate resolutions for water and wastewater services. The board also approved four joint funding agreements for 2023 and updated the municipal code regarding cemeteries. Additionally, the commission completed its annual reorganization of leadership.

• Approved $64,375 funding agreement with Franklin County Development Council (All aye)
• Approved $62,400 funding agreement with Prairie Paws Animal Shelter (All aye)
• Approved $6,890 funding agreement with Elizabeth Layton Center (All aye)
• Approved $32,000 funding agreement with Ottawa Main Street Association (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4108-23 revising municipal code on cemeteries (All aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1926-23 for wastewater rates (All aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1927-23 for water rates (All aye)
• Appointed Eric Crowley as Mayor and Mike Skidmore as Mayor Pro Tem (4-1)

Planning Commission

The Ottawa Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the preliminary plat for Hidden Lakes Phase 1, a 24-lot residential subdivision at 1731 S. Princeton. The commission will also discuss a proposed amendment to fence regulations regarding utility easements and schedule a training workshop. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and commissioner comments.

• Public hearing on Hidden Lakes Subdivision preliminary plat, 24 single-family lots, 8.95 acres, east of 19th and Princeton
• Variance request for street right-of-way width on SE 19th Street (Section 10-1 of Subdivision Regulations)
• Discussion of amendment to fence regulations to prohibit fences in utility easements
• Planning Commission training workshop led by Jim Kaup, tentatively February or March 2023
• Next study session January 26, 2023; next regular meeting February 8, 2023

City Commission

The Ottawa City Commission will review 2023 funding agreements with several community organizations, consider an ordinance revising cemetery regulations, and discuss resolutions for wastewater and water rates. The agenda also includes proclamations for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and Kansas Day, plus approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Review of 2023 funding agreements with Prairie Paws Animal Shelter, Ottawa Main Street Association, Franklin County Development Council, and Elizabeth Layton Center
• Ordinance revising Article 7 of Municipal Code on Cemeteries
• Resolution for wastewater rates
• Resolution for water rates
• Proclamations for MLK Day, Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and Kansas Day

The Governing Body reviewed proposed rate increases for water and wastewater utilities, as well as 2023 funding agreements and cemetery code revisions. All items were agreed by consensus to be placed on the January 18, 2023 Regular Meeting agenda for formal action.

• Placed 2023 funding agreements for Prairie Paws, Ottawa Main Street, Franklin County Development Council, and Elizabeth Layton Center on Jan 18 agenda
• Placed revisions to Article 7 of the Municipal Code on Cemeteries on Jan 18 agenda
• Placed proposed wastewater rate resolution on Jan 18 agenda
• Placed proposed water rate resolution on Jan 18 agenda
• Placed review of previous meeting minutes and two proclamations on Jan 18 agenda