Prairie Village public meetings in 2023
35 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will decide on changes to the 2024 exterior and residential sustainability grant programs, adopt a 2024 legislative platform, and consider updates to local ordinances. Routine items such as approval of minutes, contracts, and fee schedules are also on the agenda.
- Increase exterior grant max home value from $375,000 to $400,000
- Reallocate $30,000 in unused 2023 exterior grant funds to 2024 programs
- 2024 exterior grant budget raised to $90,000; sustainability grant to $40,000
- Consider adoption of 2023 Standard Traffic Ordinance and Uniform Public Offense Code
- Consider removing smoking ban from Prairie Village Municipal Code
Planning Commission
The Prairie Village Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an amendment to a special use permit for Kansas City Christian School at 4801 W. 79th Street. The proposed changes include installing a turf field, bleachers, fencing, a scoreboard, and a press box. The commission will also consider a site plan for a memorial wall at 6641 Mission Road and approve 2024 meeting dates.
- Amendment to special use permit for Kansas City Christian School turf field, bleachers, fencing, scoreboard, and press box at 4801 W. 79th Street
- Site plan for memorial wall with exception at 6641 Mission Road
- Approval of 2024 Planning Commission meeting dates
- Continued discussion of potential updates to R-2, R-3, R-4, C- and MXD zoning districts
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will consider 2024 contribution allocations for human service grants, alcohol tax funds, and opioid settlement funds, as well as property tax rebate program recommendations and a possible stop sign installation. The meeting also includes recognition of outgoing councilmembers and swearing in of new ones, plus an update from First Washington.
- Consider 2024 contribution allocation for Human Service Fund grants (COU2023-71)
- Consider 2024 contribution allocation for Alcohol Tax Funds and Opioid Settlement Funds (COU2023-72)
- Consider 2024 property tax rebate program recommendations (COU2023-74)
- Consider installation of stop signs at 69th Street and Fonticello (COU2023-75)
- Discuss 2024 legislative platform
City Council
The City Council will discuss a contract for audit services and review ethical complaints. The body is also scheduled to consider updates to the city's code of ethics.
- Consider audit services contract (COU2023-68)
- Consideration of ethical complaints by Mr. Mike Sullinger (COU2023-69)
- Consideration of updated code of ethics (COU2023-70)
- Expenditure ordinance #3032
- Reappointment of City Municipal Judges and Prosecutor
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding site plan changes for a drive-through facility and a private school's turf field. The body will also consider a site plan for a monument sign.
- PC2023-113: Site plan for relocated drive-through facilities and new signs at 6920 Mission Road
- PC2023-114: Special use permit amendment for Kansas City Christian School to install a turf field at 4801 W. 79th Street
- PC2023-115: Site plan for a monument sign at 4600 W. 89th Street
City Council
The City Council will discuss architectural services for a community center and options for new City Hall construction. The body is also considering several vehicle replacements and the addition of a school crossing guard.
- Agreement with BNIM for architectural design services for community center project BG500002
- Purchase of one replacement Ford F-550 truck and two replacement Freightliner dump trucks
- Addition of a school crossing guard at 63rd Street and Roe Avenue
- Adoption of Resolution 2023-05 establishing amended 2024 employee compensation ranges
- Adoption of municipal operations climate action plan
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will meet to decide on a storm drainage repair contract with Pfefferkorn Engineering & Environmental, LLC, a design agreement for the 2024 drainage program with GBA, Inc., and adoption of 2024 compensation ranges. The Council will also consider a municipal operations climate action plan and ratify appointments to the Arts Council.
- Construction contract with Pfefferkorn Engineering & Environmental, LLC for storm drainage repair program
- Design agreement with GBA, Inc. for 2024 drainage program
- Adoption of Resolution 2023-04, establishing 2024 compensation ranges
- Consideration of municipal operations climate action plan
- Ratification of Arts Council appointments: Bob Bahr, Gina Ciampi, Jessica Gattorna, Joanna Polley, Maddie Samuel
Planning Commission
The Prairie Village Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on a conditional use permit for a drive-up ATM at 5368 W. 95th Street and a site plan for an emergency generator at 7340 Windsor Street. The meeting will also include continued discussion on potential updates to residential and mixed-use zoning districts.
- Conditional use permit for drive-up ATM at 5368 W. 95th Street (PC2023-112)
- Site plan for emergency generator at 7340 Windsor Street (PC2023-110)
- Continued discussion on updates to R-2, R-3, R-4, C-, and MXD zoning districts
City Council
The City Council will consider removing accessory dwelling units and lot size modifications from its prioritization list. The body will also discuss updating neighborhood design guidelines and review several infrastructure and equipment contracts.
- Purchase of a new telephone system and service agreement with Allegiant Technologies
- Bid award for the 2023 tree trimming program
- Agreement with Evergy Metro, Inc. for Mission Road mill and overlay from 79th Street to 83rd Street
- Change order for the 2023 residential paving program construction contract
- Removal of accessory dwelling units and lot size modifications from the Council prioritization list
City Council
The City Council will review requests to purchase two new police SUVs and a new telephone system. The meeting also includes several public health and safety proclamations and a presentation from Evergy.
- Purchase request for two 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe Police SUVs
- Purchase of a new telephone system and service agreement with Allegiant Technologies
- Evergy presentation
- National Suicide Prevention Month proclamation
- Diaper Needs Awareness Week proclamation
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings to discuss the 2024 budget and a proposal to set a mill levy rate that exceeds the revenue neutral rate. The body will also consider the adoption of the 2024 budget.
- Public hearing regarding the City exceeding the revenue neutral rate
- Resolution 2023-03 to approve a tax rate in excess of the revenue neutral rate for 2024
- Public hearing and consideration of the 2024 budget adoption
- Consideration of a council policy to establish a public arts fund
- Approval of expenditure ordinance #3029
Planning Commission
The Prairie Village Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss potential updates to the R-2, R-3, R-4, C-, and MXD zoning districts, following a public forum and survey. The discussion focuses on balancing housing options with neighborhood character, as outlined in the Village Vision 2.0 comprehensive plan. No formal decisions are expected; the goal is to give staff direction for drafting possible zoning ordinance changes, with public hearings to follow if warranted.
- Discussion of potential updates to R-2, R-3, R-4, C-, and MXD districts
- Review of public forum summary and survey results
- Preliminary discussion on zoning strategies for non-single-family and mixed-use housing
- Possible timeline for draft changes: late 2023 or early 2024
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will consider several items, including a special use permit renewal for Queen of Paws, professional service agreements for City Hall and road projects, and a new public arts fund policy. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Sexual Harassment Awareness Day and routine consent items.
- Renewal of special use permit for Queen of Paws at 8827 Roe Avenue (Ordinance #2488)
- Professional services supplemental No.1 with Clark & Enersen for City Hall improvements
- Design addendum with Affinis Corporation for 2023 CARS project on Nall Avenue from 67th to 75th Street
- Council policy to establish a public arts fund
- Proclamation of Sexual Harassment Awareness Day on August 31, 2023
City Council
The City Council and City Attorney will discuss three recently submitted petitions. These include a proposal to limit rezoning for multi-family housing and two petitions regarding the city's form of government.
- Discussion of petition to limit rezoning for accessory dwelling units or multi-family dwellings in single-family residential zones
- Discussion of petition to abandon the mayor-council form of government
- Discussion of petition to adopt a mayor-council-manager form of government
- Agreement with Evergy Metro, Inc. for Mission Road mill and overlay project (83rd Street to 95th Street)
- Construction contract for Windsor Park restroom improvements and electrical service repairs
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will decide on storm debris removal costs and hear a 2022 audit presentation. They will also discuss community center planning, employee benefits, and a franchise renewal for a telecommunications provider.
- Authorize $500K–$750K for storm debris cleanup after July 14 windstorm
- Renew franchise agreement with Unite Private Networks, LLC for telecom services
- Approve $395K contract with McAnany Construction for road resurfacing (UBAS program)
- Consider agreements for community center planning with YMCA and Johnson County Library
- Hear 2022 audit presentation by BT&Co., P.A.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to renew a special use permit for an animal daycare facility. The body will also consider design standard exceptions for a residence and a site plan for a monument sign.
- Renewal of special use permit for animal daycare at 8827 Roe Avenue (PC2023-108)
- Exception to neighborhood design standards for windows and entrances at 2216 W. 71st Terrace (PC2023-107)
- Site plan for monument sign at 3500 W. 75th Street (PC2023-109)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Prairie Village Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request to reduce the required front-yard setback from 30 feet to 23.42 feet for a garage addition at 2216 W. 71st Terrace. The variance is sought due to a drainage culvert that limits buildable space on the 0.36-acre lot.
- Variance of front setback from 30 ft to 23.42 ft for garage addition at 2216 W. 71st Terrace
- Applicant: Jon Gary Wainscott
- Zoning: R-1B Single-Family Residential
- Design exception for front elevation transparency (7.35% vs. 15% required)
- Public hearing scheduled for BZA2023-02
City Council
The City Council will receive a preliminary presentation for the 2024 budget. The body is also considering contracts for road work and school crossing guard services.
- Contract with All City Management Services (ACMS) INC. for crossing guards not to exceed $83,462.00
- Contract with McAnany Construction for the 2023 UBAS program
- Inter-agency agreement with Johnson County for Mission Road mill and overlay from 83rd to 95th
- Expenditure ordinance 3027
- Preliminary 2024 Budget Presentation
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will vote on a $4.49 million construction contract with VF Anderson Builders for the Mission Road near 68th Street flood-control project. The meeting also includes routine approvals and a Pride Month proclamation.
- Approve $4,494,094.49 construction contract with VF Anderson Builders for Mission Road flood-control project
- Renew Homestead Country Club special use permit at 4100 Homestead Court
- Approve $1,379,701 interlocal agreement with Johnson County Wastewater for sewer upgrades
- Approve $1,354,650 interlocal agreement with Johnson County for stormwater project funding
- Proclaim June 2023 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will consider multiple agreements and construction contracts for the Mission Road near 68th Street flood control project. The council will also consider a special use ordinance and alcoholic beverage waivers for the upcoming Juneteenth Freedom Celebration event. Additionally, the agenda includes presentations on historical trails, public works, police week, and sustainability management.
- Interlocal agreement with Johnson County Wastewater for sanitary sewer construction cost reimbursement for Project MIRD0007 (Mission Road near 68th Street flood control project)
- Interlocal agreement with Johnson County for project construction cost reimbursement for Project MIRD0007
- Construction contract with VF Anderson Builders, LLC for Project MIRD0007
- Construction administration agreement with Trekk Design Group for Project MIRD0007
- Change order for construction contract of Mission Road CARS project
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Prairie Village Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Dan McCarthy for a variance to allow an existing garage to remain 5.3 feet from the side lot line, instead of the required 7 feet, at 5200 W. 69th Street. The applicant is demolishing the existing home and building a new one, and the garage, built in 1996, does not meet current setback rules. The board must find all five statutory criteria are met to approve the variance.
- Public hearing on variance BZA2023-01 for 5200 W. 69th St. to allow 5.3-ft side setback instead of required 7 ft
- Applicant states new garage would cost $50,000 and pool removal/replacement $180,000 if variance denied
- Staff report notes property is 0.90 acres, zoned R-1A, and garage is a legal nonconforming structure
- Approval of minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting
- Meeting held at 7700 Mission Road, Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.
Planning Commission
The Prairie Village Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on renewing a special use permit for Homestead Country Club at 4100 Homestead Court. It will also consider a lot split at 4000 W. 85th Street to allow individual ownership of a duplex building as part of a senior housing development. Additionally, the Commission will discuss future housing zoning changes in R-2, R-3, R-4, mixed-use, and commercial areas.
- Renewal of special use permit for Homestead Country Club at 4100 Homestead Court (R-1A zoning)
- Lot split at 4000 W. 85th Street and 4004 W. 85th Street for senior housing duplex (R-1A zoning)
- Amendment to special use permit for Highlawn Montessori School playground expansion at 3401 Somerset Drive (R-1A zoning)
- Continued discussion on housing zoning changes in R-2, R-3, R-4, mixed-use, and commercial areas
City Council
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including inclusive playset improvements and design agreements for Harmon Park. The body is also considering maintenance contracts for the city's streetlight system and a special use permit for Highlawn Montessori School.
- Amendment of special use permit for Highlawn Montessori School at 3531 Somerset Drive
- Construction contract and package for Harmon Park inclusive playset improvements
- Design agreement with BBN Architects, Inc. for Harmon Park improvements
- Streetlight maintenance agreement with Black and McDonald
- Underground line location agreement with Integrity Locating Services
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to determine which residential zoning topics require further staff research and public input. Members will use a prioritization exercise to rank specific housing and land-use issues. No final ordinances are being voted on at this meeting.
- Discussion on whether to pursue a city-specific housing study
- Review of Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) occupancy and rental rules
- Evaluation of Neighborhood Design Guidelines regarding house size and scale
- Review of R-1 building permit fee structures and incentives
- Discussion on R-1 lot size requirements and short-term rental regulations
City Council
The City Council will discuss contracts for the 2023 concrete and street repair programs and a change order for drainage repairs. The body will also consider adjustments to the property tax rebate program and review 2024 budget requests.
- Contract with Kansas Heavy Construction for 2023 concrete repair program
- Contract with McConnell & Associates for 2023 street repair program
- Change order #1 for drainage repair program improvements
- Adjustment to property tax rebate program
- Mattress removal and recycling agreement with Sleepyhead Beds
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit amendment for Highlawn Montessori School. The body will also continue discussions on housing zoning for several residential and commercial areas.
- PC2023-105: Amendment of special use permit for Highlawn Montessori School at 3401 Somerset Drive for playground and open space expansion
- Discussion on housing in R-2, R-3, R-4, mixed use, and commercial zoning areas
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of antisemitism and renewing the city’s insurance policies for the 2023-2024 coverage year. The council will also hear presentations on fentanyl awareness, public transportation, and a proclamation for SevenDays 2023. Additionally, the Planning Commission will consider a renewal of a special use permit for a service station at 7720 State Line Road.
- Adopt IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism (Resolution 2023-01)
- Renew city insurance policies with Travelers and Lloyds for $465,027
- Renew special use permit for service station at 7720 State Line Road (PC2023-103)
- Consider additional funding for 2023 property tax rebate program (COU2023-16)
- Amend City ward boundaries (COU2023-17)
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several interlocal agreements with Johnson County regarding the Mission Road near 68th Street Flood Control Project. The body will also consider a design agreement for the 2023 residential street program and hear a presentation on bike lanes on Mission Road.
- Interlocal agreements for design costs of Project MIRD0007: Mission Road near 68th Street Flood Control Project
- Design agreement with Affinis Corporation for the 2023 residential street program
- Purchase of a 2023 R1250 BMW police motorcycle for $21,332.85
- Purchase of a 2023 Ford Utility PI AWD hybrid vehicle for $45,582.00
- Bid awards for highway rock salt and swimming pool chemicals
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request to renew a special use permit for a service station and convenience store. The body will also consider a lot split application for two properties on W. 85th Street.
- Renewal of special use permit for Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh service station and convenience store at 7720 State Line Road
- Lot split request for 4000 W. 85th Street and 4004 W. 85th Street by Kevin Green Homes
City Council
The City Council will discuss 2024 budget goals and consider several infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes a presentation on the 68th Street flood control project and a proclamation for Women's History Month.
- Contract with Vance Brothers, Inc. for 2023 crack seal/micro surfacing program for $362,000
- Construction contract for the 2023 residential street rehabilitation program
- Agreement with KERAMIDA for sustainability program management
- Purchase request for police vehicles
- Financial donation to Shawnee Mission East PTA for senior after-graduation party
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will meet to decide on two new agreements for drainage and stormwater work, hear a committee report on city committees, and ratify several volunteer appointments to city boards. The meeting also includes routine approvals like minutes and an expenditure ordinance.
- Design agreement with GBA, Inc. for 2023 drainage program
- Memorandum of agreement with Mid-America Regional Council for stormwater engineering standards update
- Approval of expenditure ordinance #3023
- Ratification of volunteer appointments to Parks and Recreation, Environmental, Diversity, and other committees
- Changes to CP001 – City committees, including Diversity Committee leadership and meeting schedule
Planning Commission
The Prairie Village Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider a site plan for a new monument sign at 5301 W. 75th Street, replacing an existing sign. The commission will also discuss follow-up on its bylaws and recommendations from the Ad-Hoc Housing Committee. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Site plan for monument sign at 5301 W. 75th St. (PC2023-102)
- Discussion of Planning Commission bylaws
- Discussion of Ad-Hoc Housing Committee recommendations
City Council
The City Council will discuss removing specific zoning references from attainable housing recommendations. The body is also considering updates to the 2023 recreation fee schedule and contractor licensing ordinances.
- 2023 recreation fee schedule
- Ordinance 2480 regarding nondomiciled contractor licenses
- Contract renewal with Witt O’Brien’s, LLC for American Rescue Plan Act consulting
- Proposed changes to attainable housing recommendations regarding R-1 and R-2 references
- Discussion on adding Governing Body members to City health, dental, and vision insurance
City Council
The Prairie Village City Council will consider several items, including a change order for drainage repairs, an ordinance on nondomiciled contractor licenses, the 2023 recreation fee schedule, and a discussion on adding Councilmembers to city health, dental, and vision insurance plans. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, an expenditure ordinance, an Arts Council appointment, and interlocal agreements with Johnson County for drainage projects and parks.
- Change order #2 for drainage repair program improvements in the 2022 residential street program
- Ordinance 2480 regarding nondomiciled contractor licenses (amending Sections 5-101, 5-103, 5-106, 5-110)
- 2023 recreation fee schedule
- Interlocal agreements with Johnson County for DRAIN-22X: Canterbury Drive and Village Drive, and Windsor Street drainage pipe replacements
- Agreement with Kansas City Crime Commission for 2023 TIPS Hotline Crime Stoppers Program ($4,000 annual fee)
Planning Commission
The Prairie Village Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider a site plan for a monument sign at 3917 W. 84th Street, and will also elect officers and review bylaws. No public hearings are scheduled. The agenda includes only this one non-public hearing item, along with routine administrative business.
- Site plan for monument sign at 3917 W. 84th Street (PC2023-101), applicant Miller Sign Shoppe
- Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
- Annual review of Planning Commission bylaws