Raytown, MO

Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen

Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Aldermen

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review conditional use permits for two vehicle sales businesses and discuss ordinances regarding agriculture land use and the sale of hemp-derived cannabinoids and kratom. The meeting includes a study session on the 3rd Quarter Financial Report.

• Conditional use permit for Vantage Motors, LLC at 10004 E. 350 Highway
• Conditional use permit for Automotive Concierge Car Sales at 11900 E. 350 Highway
• Ordinance regulating the sale and possession of hemp-derived cannabinoids, kratom, and chemical inhalants
• Grant application up to $850,000.00 for Sarah Colman-Livengood Park renovations
• Purchase of two Exmark zero-turn mowers for $33,401.94

General

The Special Sales Tax Citizens Review Committee will meet to determine if several proposed expenditures align with the intent of Public Safety, Capital, and Transportation sales taxes. The committee will also review the FY25 Administrative and Fiscal Report Card.

• Mill and overlay of Woodson Road from 51st Street to Little Blue Road (up to $328,579)
• City-wide camera upgrade (up to $150,000)
• Used Chevrolet Tahoe and upfitting for Emergency Preparedness Director (up to $60,000)
• Annual traffic striping (up to $64,999)
• SWAT team body armor replacement (up to $10,200)

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen meets October 6, 2026, for its 36th regular session, following a 6:30 p.m. Board of Impeachment hearing. The board will hold four public hearings and first readings on conditional use permits and Chapter 50 text amendments, mostly along the 350 Highway corridor, and will consider resolutions approving the FY2026-2027 city budget and a radio replacement contract. A first reading ordinance would regulate intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids, kratom, and dangerous chemical inhalants. Most items are first readings, so no final decisions are expected except on the consent agenda and resolutions.

• Conditional use permit for Arash Kamali, Vantage Motors, LLC to operate new or used vehicle sales at 10004 E. 350 Highway in an HC district (Bill 6723-26)
• Conditional use permit for Samantha Salem, Lifestyle Business Solutions LLC d/b/a Automotive Concierge Car Sales at 11900 E. 350 Highway in an M industrial district (Bill 6724-26)
• Text amendment to exempt N Conservation and HP Historic Preservation Overlay properties from 350 Highway Corridor Design Guidelines (Bill 6725-26)
• Ordinance regulating sale, purchase, and possession of intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids, kratom, and dangerous chemical inhalants (Bill 6727-26)
• Resolution R-3843-26 authorizing up to $36,242.56 with Commenco, Inc. to replace an inoperable point-to-point radio connection

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen meets as a Board of Impeachment on October 6, 2026, to hear the matter of the impeachment of Alderman Latrice Thomas. The agenda calls for a roll call, a vote of the board, a recess to prepare findings of fact and conclusions of law, and a resolution adopting findings on the articles of impeachment. A closed session may follow under Missouri's litigation exception. The agenda does not state the specific articles of impeachment or the outcome of any vote.

• Public impeachment hearing for Alderman Latrice Thomas
• Board vote scheduled on the impeachment matter
• Resolution to adopt findings of fact and conclusions of law on articles of impeachment
• Possible closed session under 610.021(1) for legal actions or litigation
• Held at Raytown City Hall, 10000 E. 59th Street, with a Zoom option

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Raytown Planning & Zoning Commission meets October 1, 2026 to review old and new zoning cases. New business includes two conditional use permit requests for "Vehicle Sales, New and Used" at 11900 E 350 Hwy, plus a continued rezoning of 8801 and 8805 E 66th Street. Old business includes a vehicle-sales/rental permit on hold and a city request to dismiss text amendments to the Conservation zoning district.

• PZ-2026-14: Michael Cantwell, CSC seeks a conditional use permit for vehicle sales at 11900 E 350 Hwy
• PZ-2026-15: Phong Tran, Tran Empire Auto Exchange seeks a conditional use permit for vehicle sales at 11900 E 350 Hwy
• PZ-2026-11: City of Raytown rezoning of 8801 E 66th Street, 8805 E 66th Street, and Parcel ID 45-230-15-12-00-0-00-000
• PZ-2026-01: Fred Ross / Contractors Commercial Equipment Company vehicle sales and rental permit is on hold
• PZ-2026-17: City staff requests dismissal of text amendments to Chapter 50, Article IV on Conservation zoning districts

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and vote on the annual property tax levy for 2026, and consider second readings of ordinances for a car wash conditional use permit at 5245 Woodson Ave and an intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County for the Downtown Raytown to Rock Island Trail project. The board will also consider resolutions to amend the personnel manual regarding social media and AI policies, and approve the purchase of a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe for the police department at a cost not to exceed $60,000.

• Second reading: conditional use permit for a car wash at 5245 Woodson Ave (Bill 6719-26)
• Second reading: intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County for 2026 infrastructure grant for the Downtown Raytown to Rock Island Trail project (Bill 6720-26)
• Public hearing and first reading: ordinance to repeal Ordinance 5809-26 and establish the 2026 property tax levy for General Operating Fund, Park Fund, and General Obligation Bonds (Bill 6722-26)
• Resolution to amend personnel manual for social media policy (R-3839-26)
• Resolution to amend personnel manual for artificial intelligence policy (R-3840-26)

The Board approved a new annual property tax levy rate for 2026 and authorized an intergovernmental agreement for the Downtown Raytown to Rock Island Trail project. Personnel manual updates regarding social media and artificial intelligence were adopted, and a vehicle purchase for the police department was approved.

• Approved conditional use permit for car wash at 5245 Woodson Ave (7-0-3)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement for Downtown Raytown to Rock Island Trail project (6-1-3)
• Approved 2026 annual property tax levy rate (7-0-3)
• Approved personnel manual amendment for social media policy (8-0-2)
• Approved personnel manual amendment for artificial intelligence policy (8-0-2)
• Approved purchase of 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe and equipment up to $60,000 (8-0-2)
• Approved September 1, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0-3)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold hearings on conditional use permits for vehicle sales at 10004 E. 350 Hwy and 11900 E. 350 Hwy. Members will also consider several municipal code amendments regarding agricultural land use and historic preservation overlays.

• Rehearing of Conditional Use Permit PZ-2023-10 for Vantage Motors at 10004 E. 350 Hwy
• Amendment to Chapter 50 to regulate 'Agricultural' land use (PZ-2026-18)
• Conditional Use Permit for vehicle sales at 11900 E. 350 Hwy (PZ-2026-13)
• Text amendments for Historic Preservation Overlay (HP) zoning (PZ-2026-12)
• Text amendments for Highway 350 Corridor Overlay (HWY 350) zoning (PZ-2026-16)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to establish the 2026 annual property tax levy for general operating and park funds. They will also consider a conditional use permit for a car wash facility at 5245 Woodson Ave.

• Public hearing for 2026 annual property tax levy
• Conditional use permit hearing for a car wash at 5245 Woodson Ave.
• Resolution for citywide pavement marking with Heartland Traffic Services, Inc. up to $64,998.75
• Resolution for salt spreader rack installation with HRC Management LLC up to $43,417.50
• Intergovernmental agreement for the Downtown Raytown to Rock Island Trail project

The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved the 2026 annual property tax levy ordinance (8-0-2) and adopted a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, citywide pavement marking, and salt spreader racks (9-0-1). The board also adopted a resolution amending the FY 2025-2026 budget for city attorney and special counsel services (9-0-1). Two items — a conditional use permit for a car wash at 5245 Woodson Ave and an intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County for the Downtown Raytown to Rock Island Trail project — received first readings only and were not voted on.

• Approved 2026 property tax levy ordinance for General Operating Fund and Park Fund (8-0-2); became Ordinance 5809-26
• Adopted consent agenda: August 18, 2026 minutes, R-3836-26 pavement marking up to $64,998.75, R-3837-26 salt spreader racks up to $43,417.50 (9-0-1)
• Approved R-3838-26 amending FY 2025-2026 budget for city attorney and special counsel services (9-0-1)
• First reading only, no vote: Bill 6719-26 conditional use permit for car wash at 5245 Woodson Ave
• First reading only, no vote: Bill 6720-26 intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County for Downtown Raytown to Rock Island Trail project
• Adjourned at 7:48 p.m.

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen is sitting as a Board of Impeachment for a public hearing on the impeachment of Alderman Latrice Thomas. The agenda includes opening statements, witness testimony, closing arguments, and a board vote. A closed session may follow for legal matters.

• Impeachment hearing for Alderman Latrice Thomas
• Public hearing with witnesses and exhibits
• Board vote on articles of impeachment
• Possible closed session under 610.021(1) for legal matters

Committee of the Whole

The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole will hear departmental budget presentations for fiscal year 2026-2027. The proposed all-funds budget shows a $1.17 million deficit, with the General Fund facing a $1.14 million shortfall. The meeting may continue after the regular Board of Aldermen meeting if presentations are not completed by 7:00 p.m.

• FY27 all-funds budget: $41.1M revenue vs $42.3M expenses, $1.17M deficit
• General Fund deficit of $1.14M, driven by Police (+$453.8K) and Animal Services (+$194.2K)
• Revenue declines: Reimbursements/Interest/Misc (-$1.18M), Grants (-$809.8K), Transfer In (-$690.2K)
• Department presentations: Court, Animal Services, Community Development, Finance, Public Works, Parks, Police
• Approval of August 11, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will consider setting the 2026 property tax levy for the general operating and park funds, approve a budget amendment for bond interest, and authorize a $47,450 professional services agreement with The Network Doctor. The board will also hold a second reading on a conditional use permit for a residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd St, and handle routine appointments to city boards.

• First reading of ordinance establishing 2026 property tax levy for general operating and park funds (public hearing Sept 1)
• Resolution to amend FY 2025-2026 budget related to bond interest
• Resolution authorizing professional services agreement with The Network Doctor, not to exceed $47,450
• Second reading of conditional use permit for residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd St in R-1 district
• Consent agenda includes appointments to Park Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Aldermen approved a conditional use permit for a residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd St, which became Ordinance 5808-26. They also approved a consent agenda with several appointments, a budget amendment for bond interest, and a professional services agreement with The Network Doctor. A first reading was held for the annual property tax levy ordinance, with a public hearing scheduled for September 1, 2026.

• Approved consent agenda including appointments to Park Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Board of Zoning Adjustment (9-0-1)
• Approved conditional use permit for residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd St (9-0-1), became Ordinance 5808-26
• Approved budget amendment related to bond interest (9-0-1)
• Approved professional services agreement with The Network Doctor up to $47,450 (9-0-1)

General

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance application to build a single-family home with a reduced front yard setback (29 ft instead of 30 ft) and rear yard setback (15.1 ft instead of 30 ft) at 6619 Harris Ave. The board will also approve minutes from two prior meetings.

• Variance request (BZA-2026-02) to reduce front setback from 30 ft to 29 ft and rear setback from 30 ft to 15.1 ft at 6619 Harris Ave for a single-unit home
• Staff recommends approval with conditions, citing safety concerns with using existing driveway on Harris Ave rather than new access onto E. 67th St
• Approval of minutes from April 30, 2026 meeting (previously approved a 5-ft front setback variance for Lot 7 in Crownover Acres subdivision)
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2026 meeting (adjourned due to lack of quorum)

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a second reading and vote on a conditional use permit for a Dobbs Tire vehicle repair facility at 10000 E 350 Highway, after the Planning Commission reversed its earlier denial and recommended approval. The board will also consider a first reading for a residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd Street, an ordinance on feral and community cats, and a contract for an asset management system. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes from July 7 and July 21 meetings.

• Second reading of Bill 6713-26: conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire vehicle repair facility at 10000 E 350 Highway
• First reading of Bill 6717-26: conditional use permit for residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd Street
• Second reading of Bill 6716-26: ordinance amending animal restraint regulations and adding feral/community cat section
• Resolution R-3827-26: Tyler Technologies asset management system agreement not to exceed $44,200
• Public hearing for conditional use permit at 11200 E. 63rd Street

The Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance amending animal control regulations and adding a section on feral and community cats (Ordinance 5807-26) by an 8-0-2 vote. A conditional use permit for a vehicle repair facility at 10000 E 350 Highway (Bill 6713-26) was denied by a 5-3-2 vote. The board also approved a $44,200 agreement with Tyler Technologies for an asset management system (Resolution R-3827-26) by an 8-0-2 vote. A first reading for a residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd Street was held, but no vote was taken.

• Approved animal restraint ordinance and feral/community cat section (8-0-2)
• Denied conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire vehicle repair at 10000 E 350 Hwy (5-3-2)
• Approved Tyler Technologies asset management system agreement up to $44,200 (8-0-2)
• Approved consent agenda including July 7 and July 21 meeting minutes (8-0-2)
• Held public hearing and first reading for residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd St (no vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive a presentation from Lauber Municipal Law. The agenda contains no other substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
• Lauber Municipal Law presentation

The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole met on August 11, 2026, and approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting by a vote of 6-0-4. The committee also heard a presentation from Joe Lauber of Lauber Municipal Law. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 19, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (6-0-4)
• Heard presentation from Lauber Municipal Law

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Raytown Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional-use permit for a car wash at 5245 Woodson Ave. Staff recommends approval with conditions. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Conditional Use Permit PZ-2026-10 for car wash at 5245 Woodson Ave (staff recommends approval with conditions)
• Case PZ-2026-01 for vehicle sales and rental placed on hold

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 6-1 to recommend approval with conditions for a Conditional Use Permit for a Residential Care Facility at 11200 E 63rd Street. Conditions include a solid/opaque fence at least 5 feet tall and no more than two residents per bedroom. A second case for a vehicle sales and rental permit was placed on hold. The commission also delayed officer elections to the next meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit recommended for approval (6-1) for Spiral Residential Home & Respite Care at 11200 E 63rd St
• Condition added: opaque/solid fence at least 5 feet tall, maximum 2 residents per bedroom (10 total)
• Applicant Monica Johnson reported state licensing in progress and future addition for more bedrooms
• Public testimony raised concerns about proximity to residences and traffic
• Case PZ-2026-01 for vehicle sales/rental (Fred Ross) placed on hold

Board of Aldermen

The Board will vote on a second reading of an ethics disclosure ordinance, and a first reading of an ordinance regulating feral and community cats. They will also decide on a $336,301.53 contract for mill and overlay of Woodson Road, declare city property surplus for auction, and authorize four grant applications for transportation projects. Additionally, a discussion item on a code of ethics violation involving the mayor is scheduled.

• Second reading of ordinance establishing conflict-of-interest disclosure procedures for city officials
• First reading of ordinance amending animal code to allow Trap-Neuter-Release programs for feral cats
• Resolution to declare city-owned property surplus and sell by auction
• Contract with Rose Paving LLC for Woodson Road mill and overlay not to exceed $336,301.53
• Resolutions supporting grant applications for 63rd Street Bikeway, 55th Street Multiuse Path, Blue Ridge Boulevard Historic Trail, and Gregory Boulevard accessibility projects

The Raytown Board of Aldermen adopted Ordinance 5806-26, establishing a procedure for municipal officials to disclose potential conflicts of interest and substantial interests, by an 8-0-2 vote. The board also approved several resolutions, including a $336,301.53 contract with Rose Paving LLC for mill and overlay work on Woodson Road (7-0-2-1), and resolutions supporting grant applications for multiple transportation projects. A first reading was held for an ordinance amending animal control regulations, including new provisions for feral and community cats, but no vote was taken on it.

• Adopted Ordinance 5806-26 establishing conflict-of-interest disclosure procedures (8-0-2)
• Approved R-3821-26 declaring city property surplus and authorizing auction (8-0-2)
• Approved R-3822-26 authorizing $336,301.53 contract with Rose Paving LLC for Woodson Road mill and overlay (7-0-2-1)
• Approved R-3823-26 supporting 63rd Street Bikeway Connectivity Project grant application (6-2-2)
• Approved R-3824-26 supporting 55th Street Multiuse Pathway Project grant application (8-0-2)
• Approved R-3825-26 supporting Blue Ridge Boulevard Historic Trail Retracement Project grant application (7-1-2)
• Approved R-3826-26 supporting Gregory Boulevard Transportation Accessibility Improvements Project grant application (7-1-2)
• Held first reading of Bill 6716-26 amending animal control regulations; no vote taken

General

The Raytown Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance application to allow a single-family home at 6619 Harris Ave. with a reduced front yard setback (from 30 ft to 29 ft) and a reduced rear yard setback (from 30 ft to 15.1 ft). Staff recommends approval with conditions, citing safety concerns related to driveway access on E. 67th Street.

• Variance request BZA-2026-02 for 6619 Harris Ave. to reduce front setback by 1 foot and rear setback by 14.9 feet
• Applicant: Richard Allen – Allen Family Construction
• Staff recommends approval with conditions, including paving the existing gravel driveway
• Previous home on lot did not meet current setback requirements; new home would use existing Harris Ave. driveway for safety reasons
• Meeting also includes approval of April 30, 2026 minutes and scheduling next meeting for August 13, 2026

General

The Board of Aldermen will hold second readings on three ordinances: amending zoning definitions and uses, approving a conditional use permit for a vehicle repair facility at 10000 E 350 Highway, and allowing marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows to operate 24 hours. A first reading will introduce a procedure for municipal officials to disclose conflicts of interest. The consent agenda includes appointments to the Council on Aging.

• Second reading: zoning text amendment adding definitions, accessory uses, temporary uses, and land use table changes (Bill 6712-26)
• Second reading: conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire vehicle repair at 10000 E 350 Highway (Bill 6713-26)
• Second reading: ordinance to allow marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows 24/7 (Bill 6714-26)
• First reading: conflict-of-interest disclosure procedure for municipal officials (Bill 6715-26)
• Consent agenda: approval of June 16 meeting minutes and nine appointments to Council on Aging

The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved two ordinances: a zoning code update (Ordinance 5804-26) and a measure allowing marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows to operate 24 hours a day (Ordinance 5805-26). A conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire was sent back to the Planning & Zoning Commission for an emergency meeting. A motion to fast-track a conflict-of-interest disclosure ordinance failed.

• Approved zoning code amendments (Bill 6712-26) as Ordinance 5804-26 (9-0-1)
• Approved 24-hour marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows (Bill 6714-26) as Ordinance 5805-26 (7-2-1)
• Returned Dobbs Tire conditional use permit (Bill 6713-26) to Planning & Zoning Commission for emergency review (7-0-1-2)
• Failed to waive rules for immediate second reading of conflict-of-interest ordinance (Bill 6715-26) (5-3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and 10 Council on Aging appointments (9-0-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for a residential care facility. The body will also elect its Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary.

• Case PZ-2026-08: Conditional Use Permit for Spiral Residential Home & Respite Care at 11200 E 63rd Street
• Election of Commission officers (Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary)
• Case PZ-2026-01: Conditional Use Permit for vehicle sales and rental (placed on hold)

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will review mid-year financial reports and consider several zoning ordinances, including a conditional use permit for a tire repair facility and a text amendment to allow 24-hour marijuana dispensary drive-thrus.

• Second reading: Ordinance defining 'Accessory Residential Use'
• Conditional use permit for Paul Chaney Foundation animal care facility at 6204 Arlington Ave
• Public hearing: Text amendment for permitted accessory and temporary uses
• Public hearing: Conditional use permit for vehicle repair at 10000 E 350 Highway
• Public hearing: Text amendment for marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows

The Board of Aldermen approved two ordinances on second reading: one establishing and regulating "accessory residential use" in city code, and one granting a conditional use permit to the Paul Chaney Foundation for an animal care facility with accessory residential use at 6204 Arlington Ave. Both passed 9-0-1 with Alderman Thomas absent. The board also held public hearings and gave first readings to three items: a text amendment on permitted accessory and temporary uses, a conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire at 10000 E 350 Highway, and a text amendment to allow marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows to operate 24 hours a day.

• Approved Bill 6710-26, amending Chapter 50 to establish and regulate accessory residential use; became ordinance 5802-26.
• Approved Bill 6711-26, granting a conditional use permit to the Paul Chaney Foundation for an animal care facility at 6204 Arlington Ave.; became ordinance 5803-26.
• Held a public hearing and gave first reading to Bill 6712-26, a text amendment on permitted accessory and temporary uses.
• Held a public hearing and gave first reading to Bill 6713-26, a conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire at 10000 E 350 Highway.
• Held a public hearing and gave first reading to Bill 6714-26, allowing marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows to operate 24 hours a day.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review a contract for park improvements and hold public hearings on residential use regulations. The session includes a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 audit and a Parks & Recreation annual report.

• Agreement with McConnell & Associates for Terry Copeland Park Phase II not to exceed $1,800,000
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6710-26 to regulate "Accessory Residential Use"
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6711-26 for a Conditional Use Permit for the Paul Chaney Foundation at 6204 Arlington Avenue
• Appointment of Wendy McDermott to the Special Sales Tax Review Committee
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Audit Presentation by Troutt Beeman & Co. P.C.

The Board of Aldermen approved a resolution authorizing the City Administrator to contract with McConnell & Associates for the Terry Copeland Park Phase II project, not to exceed $1,800,000. A motion to suspend rules for an immediate second reading of the accessory residential use ordinance failed. The consent agenda, including appointment of Wendy McDermott to the Special Sales Tax Review Committee, was approved.

• Approved R-3811-26: $1.8M Terry Copeland Park Phase II agreement (8-0-2)
• Approved consent agenda including R-3810-26 appointing Wendy McDermott to Special Sales Tax Review Committee (8-0-2)
• Failed motion to suspend rules for immediate second reading of accessory residential use ordinance (3-5-2)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a study session on the Fiscal Year 2026 1st Quarter Financial Report. The legislative session includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding animal care definitions and several budget and contract resolutions.

• Bill No. 6709-26: Second reading of an ordinance to amend definitions and regulations for 'Animal Care, General' and 'Animal Care, Limited'
• R-3809-26: Professional services contract with SMICO Contracting Group, LLC for emergency sewer and storm water repairs not to exceed $38,450.00
• R-3808-26: First amendment to the cell tower lease agreement with Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless at 10000 East 59th Street
• R-3807-26: Budget transfer for the Transportation Sales Tax Fund-Street Maintenance
• Fiscal Year 2026 1st Quarter Financial Report

The Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance amending animal care definitions and regulations (Ordinance 5801-26), a budget transfer for street maintenance, and emergency sewer and storm water repairs not to exceed $38,450. A resolution to amend the Verizon tower lease failed. The meeting also included a financial report and proclamations.

• Approved Ordinance 5801-26 amending animal care definitions and regulations (9-0-1)
• Approved R-3807-26 budget transfer for transportation sales tax fund street maintenance (9-0-1)
• Denied R-3808-26 first amendment to Verizon tower lease agreement (3-6-1)
• Approved R-3809-26 emergency sewer and storm water repairs up to $38,450 (9-0-1)
• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (9-0-1)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will conduct a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to amend definitions and regulations for general and limited animal care. The body will also consider several budget transfers and the reappointment of a representative to the Jackson County Board of Equalization.

• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6709-26 regarding animal care regulations in Chapter 50
• Budget transfer for the 53rd Street Trail Connector project
• Budget transfer for the Wildwood North Sanitary Sewer Improvements project
• Budget transfer related to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority
• Reappointment of Wendy McDermott to the Jackson County Board of Equalization

The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda, including reappointing Wendy McDermott to the Jackson County Board of Equalization, and adopted resolutions approving the delinquent tax list and four budget transfers for various projects. A public hearing was held on a proposed text amendment to animal care regulations, but no vote was taken. All votes were 9-0-1 with Alderman Thomas absent.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and reappointment of Wendy McDermott to Jackson County Board of Equalization (9-0-1)
• Approved delinquent tax list from Jackson County (9-0-1)
• Approved budget transfer for 53rd Street Trail Connector project (9-0-1)
• Approved budget transfer for Blue Shield Grant (9-0-1)
• Approved budget transfer for Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (9-0-1)
• Approved budget transfer for Wildwood North Sanitary Sewer Improvements (9-0-1)

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will vote on appointing an acting president for one year, accept certified election results from the April 7 municipal vote, and set insurance rates for city employees. The meeting also includes proclamations and routine approvals.

• Appointment of acting president for one-year term
• Acceptance of certified election results for two sales tax renewals (½¢ for transportation, ⅜¢ for capital improvements)
• Approval of 2026–2027 medical, dental, and vision insurance rates
• Up to $250,000 contracts with BHC, JEO Consulting Group, TESSERE, and Wellner Architects for engineering/architect services

The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved all items on the agenda, including four professional services agreements for on-call engineering and architect services, each capped at $250,000. The board also appointed Alderman Krizek as Acting President, accepted certified election results for tax renewal questions, and set insurance rates for the 2026-2027 plan year. All votes were 9-0-1, with Alderman Thomas absent.

• Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (9-0-1)
• Appointed Alderman Krizek as Acting President (9-0-1)
• Accepted certified election results for tax renewal questions (9-0-1)
• Adopted R-3796-26 setting medical, dental, and vision insurance rates for 2026-2027 (9-0-1)
• Approved $250,000 on-call engineering services agreement with BHC (9-0-1)
• Approved $250,000 on-call engineering services agreement with JEO Consulting Group (9-0-1)
• Approved $250,000 on-call architect services agreement with Tessere (9-0-1)
• Approved $250,000 on-call architect services agreement with Wellner Architects and Engineers (9-0-1)

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will meet April 14, 2026, to consider routine approvals including a $58,753.98 maintenance agreement for the Cityworks software program and a $100,361 playground equipment purchase. The board will also hold a second reading on removing an alderman from office.

• R-3793-26: $58,753.98 maintenance agreement with Azteca Systems Holdings for Cityworks software
• R-3794-26: $100,361.00 purchase of playground equipment from Miracle Off the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchase Contract
• Second reading of Bill No. 6707-26 regarding removal of Latrice Thomas from office of Alderman

The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved Amended Bill No. 6707-26 on second reading, an ordinance concerning the removal of Latrice Thomas from the office of Alderman, by a vote of 7-2-1. The board also voted 9-0-1 to make Mayor McDonough the signatory on documents related to the impeachment hearing of Alderman Thomas; the ordinance became Ordinance 5800-25. Earlier, the board approved its consent agenda 9-0-1, covering the March 3 and March 17 meeting minutes, a Cityworks maintenance agreement with Azteca Systems Holdings, LLC not to exceed $58,753.98, and playground equipment from Miracle off the Sourcewell cooperative contract not to exceed $100,361.00. Alderman Thomas was absent, and public comments were made by five speakers, including an attorney representing her.

• Approved removal of Alderman Latrice Thomas from office (Amended Bill No. 6707-26, second reading) 7-2-1; became Ordinance 5800-25
• Approved Mayor McDonough as signatory on documents related to the impeachment hearing of Alderman Thomas (9-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda 9-0-1: March 3 and March 17, 2026 minutes
• Approved R-3793-26: Cityworks maintenance agreement with Azteca Systems Holdings, LLC, not to exceed $58,753.98 (part of consent agenda)
• Approved R-3794-26: playground equipment purchase/installation from Miracle off Sourcewell cooperative contract, not to exceed $100,361.00 (part of consent agenda)
• Adjourned by majority vote of those present

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold its regular session on March 17, 2026, to conduct a second reading of an ordinance that, if adopted, would remove Latrice Thomas from her position as Alderman. The board will also vote on a consent agenda including routine items and a maintenance agreement for the Cityworks program.

• Second reading of Amended Bill No. 6707-26 to remove Alderman Latrice Thomas from office
• R-3793-26: Approval of a $58,753.98 maintenance agreement with Azteca Systems Holdings, LLC for Cityworks program use in FY 2025-2026

The Raytown Board of Aldermen meeting on March 17, 2026, was called to order but immediately adjourned because only three of the ten aldermen were present, lacking a quorum. No substantive decisions were made. The next meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2026.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum (3 present, 7 absent)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a study session on the MS4 stormwater permit update, then consider consent items including a resolution supporting a summer concert series. The main new business is the first reading of an ordinance to issue $7.2 million in general obligation bonds, with a requested suspension of rules, and a resolution for engineering services on the Eastside Industrial District project.

• First reading of Bill No. 6708-26: $7,200,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026
• R-3792-26: $74,545.00 for George Butler Associates engineering services for GO Bond Eastside Industrial District Project
• R-3791-26: Resolution supporting summer concert series on city greenspace in Central Business District
• Study session: MS4 stormwater permit annual update
• Consent agenda: approval of February 17, 2026 meeting minutes

The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of $7,200,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026, voting 9-0 after suspending the rules for an immediate second reading. The Board also approved a resolution supporting a summer concert series on city greenspace in the Central Business District (9-0) and a resolution authorizing engineering construction phase services with George Butler Associates for the GO Bond Eastside Industrial District Project, not to exceed $74,545.00 (9-0). The February 17, 2026 meeting minutes were on the consent agenda. A storm sewer systems annual update was presented; communications from the Mayor, City Administrator, and Board members were given.

• Approved $7,200,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026 (9-0); became Ordinance 5799-26
• Approved resolution supporting a summer concert series on city greenspace in the Central Business District (9-0)
• Approved engineering construction phase services with George Butler Associates for the GO Bond Eastside Industrial District Project, not to exceed $74,545.00 (9-0)
• Approved suspension of rules for immediate second reading of the bond ordinance (9-0)
• Adjourned at 7:48 p.m. by majority vote

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will meet on February 17, 2026, to vote on routine consent items and new business. The board will consider approving a $149,671 contract with ACS Electronic Systems to install and upgrade security cameras at City Hall, the Police Department, Public Works, and the Fleet Facility. They will also vote on a $50,000 service agreement with NEER to develop a Wastewater Master Plan. Additionally, the board will discuss the first reading of an ordinance to remove an alderman from office and consider amendments to the FY 2025-2026 budget for the Kenagy Park renovation project.

• $149,671 contract with ACS Electronic Systems for security camera upgrades at City Hall, Police Department, Public Works, and Fleet Facility
• $50,000 service agreement with NEER for Wastewater Master Plan development
• First reading of Bill No. 6707-26 to remove Latrice Thomas from the office of Alderman
• $35,000 resolution for underground fuel storage tank removal at an unspecified location
• Budget amendment for Kenagy Park renovation project

The Board of Aldermen approved a consent agenda including a $149,671 contract for security camera installation and a $50,000 wastewater master plan agreement, both by a 9-0 vote. They also approved a $35,000 contract for underground fuel storage tank removal and a budget amendment for the Kenagy Park renovation project, each 9-0. An ordinance to remove Alderman Latrice Thomas from office had its first reading and will return for a second reading on March 17, 2026.

• Approved $149,671 security camera installation contract with ACS Electronic Systems (9-0)
• Approved $50,000 wastewater master plan service agreement with NEER (9-0)
• Approved $35,000 underground fuel storage tank removal contract with Genesis Environmental Solutions (9-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Kenagy Park renovation project (9-0)
• First reading of ordinance to remove Alderman Latrice Thomas from office; second reading set for March 17, 2026

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider two resolutions: approving special counsel services from Graves Garrett Greim LLC costing over $30,000, and declaring intent to issue up to $7.2 million in general obligation bonds for storm sewer projects, as approved by voters in 2022. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and public comments.

• Resolution R-3785-26: Approve special counsel agreement with Graves Garrett Greim LLC, expenditures over $30,000 within FY 2025-2026 budget
• Resolution R-3786-26: Declare intent to issue general obligation bonds for storm sewer purposes, up to $7,200,000
• Consent agenda: Approval of January 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Proclamation recognizing Logan Strasburger

The Board of Aldermen approved a resolution declaring intent to issue general obligation bonds for storm sewer purposes (9-0). They also approved a consent agenda item for a special counsel agreement with Graves Garrett Greim LLC, including ratification of expenditures over $30,000 (8-0-1, with one abstention). The meeting included a proclamation and updates but no other substantive decisions.

• Approved R-3786-26 declaring intent to issue GO bonds for storm sewer purposes (9-0)
• Approved R-3785-26 agreement with Graves Garrett Greim LLC for special counsel services, ratifying expenditures over $30,000 (8-0-1, Walters abstained)