Raytown public meetings in 2025
33 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a study session on a strategic plan before considering a consent agenda that includes contracts for nuisance abatement and home repair services. The board will also hold first readings for two new sales tax proposals to fund capital improvements and transportation, along with agreements for sewer and trail projects.
- Spend up to $95,000 with MoTurf for nuisance abatement services in FY2025-26
- Continue $80,607.94 home repair program with Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity
- Place 3/8-cent capital sales tax renewal on April 7, 2026 ballot
- Place 1/2-cent transportation sales tax on April 7, 2026 ballot
- Approve $669,298 sewer project for Park Lane and $252,588.79 trail connector design
The Board of Aldermen approved two ordinances to place sales tax questions on the April 7, 2026 ballot: a 3/8-cent tax for capital improvements and a 1/2-cent tax for transportation. Both passed 7-0 with one abstention. The board also approved several resolutions, including a $95,000 nuisance abatement contract, a $80,607.94 home repair program agreement, a $669,298 sewer engineering contract, and a $252,588.79 trail design contract.
- Approved 3/8-cent capital improvements sales tax ballot measure (7-0-1, Walters abstained)
- Approved 1/2-cent transportation sales tax ballot measure (7-0-1, Walters abstained)
- Approved $95,000 nuisance abatement contract with MO Turf (7-0-1, Hayden abstained)
- Approved $80,607.94 home repair program agreement with Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity (7-0-1, Hayden abstained)
- Approved $33,338.16 hazardous waste collection program agreement (7-1, Walters opposed)
- Approved FY2025-26 budget reappropriation resolution (8-0)
- Approved $669,298 sewer engineering contract with George Butler Associates (8-0)
- Approved $252,588.79 trail design contract with Lamp Rynearson (8-0)
General
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda item to approve spending $156,061.48 on new police radios from Motorola, and hold public hearings on three rezoning requests to change properties on E. 53rd Street from industrial to low-density residential. The board will also hear communications from the mayor, city administrator, and aldermen.
- R-3775-25: Purchase of 28 Motorola APX6000 radios and accessories for $156,061.48
- Public hearing and first reading of Bill 6700-25: Rezone 9808 E. 53rd St. from M, Industrial to R-1, Low-Density Residential
- Public hearing and first reading of Bill 6701-25: Rezone 9800 E. 53rd St. from M, Industrial to R-1, Low-Density Residential
- Public hearing and first reading of Bill 6702-25: Rezone 9704 E. 53rd St. from M, Industrial to R-1, Low-Density Residential
The Board of Aldermen approved three zoning amendments, changing properties at 9808, 9800, and 9704 E. 53rd Street from industrial (M) to low-density residential (R-1), each by a 7-0-2 vote. The board also approved a $156,061.48 purchase of police radios from Motorola Solutions. All votes were unanimous among present members, with two aldermen absent.
- Approved $156,061.48 purchase of police radios from Motorola Solutions (7-0-2)
- Approved rezoning at 9808 E. 53rd St from M to R-1, became Ordinance 5792-25 (7-0-2)
- Approved rezoning at 9800 E. 53rd St from M to R-1, became Ordinance 5793-25 (7-0-2)
- Approved rezoning at 9704 E. 53rd St from M to R-1, became Ordinance 5794-25 (7-0-2)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will consider several routine contracts and a new ordinance at its November 18, 2025 meeting. The consent agenda includes agreements for audit services, road salt, snow removal, security, and mowing. New business includes a first reading of an ordinance to add court costs, a resolution to fund transit services, and acceptance of a tree maintenance grant.
- R-3767-25: $61,000 audit services contract with Troutt Beeman & Co.
- R-3768-25: $43,057 road salt purchase from Central Salt, LLC
- R-3769-25: $65,000 snow removal contract with KC Snow Pro LLC
- R-3773-25: $80,000 expenditure for Kansas City Area Transportation Authority
- R-3774-25: $15,084 grant from Missouri Dept. of Conservation for tree inventory
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will review the 2024-2025 third quarter financial report and vote on a consent agenda of routine expenditures, including police technology services, vehicle purchases, and software maintenance. They will also hold first readings on ordinances for inmate detention housing agreements with Johnson and Vernon County sheriff's offices, and consider a design services contract for the City Hall water feature project.
- R-3756-25: $125,160 for MDL Technology IT services for police
- R-3757-25: $56,500 for Global Public Safety records management maintenance
- R-3758-25: $41,398.36 for Motorola radio system service
- R-3759-25 to R-3762-25: Purchase of four police vehicles totaling $391,921
- Bill 6697-25 and 6698-25: Inmate detention housing agreements with Johnson and Vernon counties ($110,000 and $27,500)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will consider two resolutions: appointing directors to the Raytown Crossing Community Improvement District and amending a contract with The Wilson Group, Inc. to add $2,000 for Kevlar panels in the Community Development Department counter project. The board will also approve the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes and hear communications from the Mayor, City Administrator, and Aldermen.
- R-3755-25: Amend Wilson Group contract to $53,736.39 for Kevlar panels (Change Order #1, $5,722)
- R-3754-25: Appoint Tara Higgins and Anna Kuhnhoff to Raytown Crossing CID Board (3-year terms)
- Consent agenda: Approve October 7, 2025 meeting minutes
The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved two resolutions unanimously (9-0). The first approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes and appointments to the Raytown Crossing Community Improvement District Board. The second amended an agreement with The Wilson Group, Inc. for public improvements, increasing the total to $53,736.39 for fiscal year 2024-2025. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
- Approved R-3754-25: appointments to Raytown Crossing CID Board (9-0)
- Approved R-3755-25: amended Wilson Group agreement up to $53,736.39 (9-0)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will meet to decide on the city’s budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 and vote on several resolutions, including purchasing policy changes, a prosecutorial service agreement, and a $200,000 skate park equipment purchase. The meeting will also include communications from the mayor and city administrator.
- FY2025-2026 budget approval totaling $43,703,732 across multiple funds
- Amendment to the city’s purchasing policy
- Prosecutorial service agreement with Ross C. Nigro, Jr.
- Purchase of skate park equipment from American Ramp Company for up to $200,000
- Approval of September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
The Board of Aldermen approved the FY 2025-2026 city budget, an amendment to the purchasing policy, a prosecutorial service agreement with Ross C. Nigro Jr., and the purchase of skate park equipment up to $200,000. All resolutions passed 9-0. The meeting also included public comments and updates from the Mayor and City Administrator.
- Approved FY 2025-2026 city budget (9-0)
- Approved amendment to purchasing policy (9-0)
- Approved prosecutorial service agreement with Ross C. Nigro Jr. (9-0)
- Approved skate park equipment purchase up to $200,000 from American Ramp Company (9-0)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and second reading on the 2025 annual property tax levy. The meeting also includes resolutions to support a T-Mobile grant application, approve a $110,000 concrete repair contract, and amend stormwater improvement agreements totaling $6.23M for 59th Street and Raytown Road projects.
- Public hearing and second reading for 2025 annual property tax levy
- Resolution supporting Raytown Main Street Association’s T-Mobile Hometown Grant application
- Agreement with HRC Management LLC for 2025 concrete repair project up to $110,000
- Amended agreement with VF Anderson Builders LLC for 59th Street and Raytown Road stormwater project up to $5,984,497.69
- Amended professional services agreement with Lamp Rynearson for stormwater project engineering up to $248,000
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a study session on the city's strategic plan, then consider routine consent items and new business. They will give first reading to an ordinance setting the 2025 property tax levy rates for the General and Park funds, and vote on accepting a $16,000 grant from the Truman Heartland Community Foundation. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a zoning board appointment.
- First reading of Bill 6696-25: 2025 property tax levy at $0.2647 per $100 assessed valuation for General Fund and $0.1323 for Park Fund
- Resolution R-3745-25: Accept $16,000 grant from Truman Heartland Community Foundation and amend FY 2024-2025 budget
- Resolution R-3744-25: Appoint Caleb Spence to the Board of Zoning Adjustment
- Approval of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
- Strategic Plan Presentation by Arbo Consulting
Committee of the Whole
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole will hear departmental budget presentations for the upcoming fiscal year from Parks, Police, and Public Works. The agenda also includes approval of the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes. The budget documents show proposed spending for each department, including significant capital expenditures and personnel costs.
- Parks & Recreation FY2026 budget: $3,726,299 total expenses, including $2,449,000 in capital expenditures
- Police FY2026 budget: $11,799,736 total, with $8,124,600 in personnel services
- Public Works FY2026 budget: $11,648,469 total, including $4,712,403 for storm water capital expenditures
- Transportation Sales Tax Fund FY2026 budget: $1,299,880 total expenditures
- Sanitary Sewer Fund FY2026 budget: $9,243,500 total expenditures
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will consider several resolutions, including purchasing and improving property at 10312 E. 63rd Street for up to $325,000, applying for a $50,000 Missouri Blue Shield grant for a police patrol vehicle, and approving contracts for salt spreader racks, a traffic calming policy, and pavement marking. They will also accept certified results from the August 5 special election on a parks/storm water sales tax.
- Purchase and improvements to 10312 E. 63rd Street, Raytown, MO, not to exceed $325,000 (R-3739-25)
- Apply for $50,000 Missouri Blue Shield Grant for police patrol vehicle (R-3740-25)
- Purchase salt spreader racks from United Products/ICM Corporation, not to exceed $119,916 (R-3741-25)
- Agreement with CFS Engineers for citywide traffic calming policy, not to exceed $34,020 (R-3742-25)
- Continue agreement with Heartland Traffic Services for pavement marking, not to exceed $65,000 (R-3743-25)
Committee of the Whole
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole is holding a budget work session to review departmental budget presentations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. Presentations cover the Court, City Wide/Governing Body/Administration/Law, Community Development, and Finance/Sewer/Capital Sales Tax/TIF/Risk Management. The agenda also includes approval of the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes. No votes on the budget are scheduled; this is a discussion item.
- Court budget: FY26 expenditures $344,777, down $30,843 from FY25
- City-wide budget: FY26 expenditures $1,222,300, down $2,297,999 from FY25
- Community Development budget: FY26 expenditures $1,195,636, down $394,675 from FY25
- Sanitary Sewer budget: FY26 revenues $8,858,577, up $221,315; expenditures $6,853,727, up $108,903
- Capital Sales Tax budget: FY26 revenues $2,085,550, up $527,750; expenditures $1,810,536, down $1,015,336
The Committee of the Whole met and approved the June 3, 2025 minutes (7-0-2). Departmental budget presentations for FY2025-26 were given by Judge Traci Fann (Court), City Administrator Diane Egger (City Wide, Governing Body, Administration, Law, Community Development), and Finance Director Michael Graham (Finance, Sewer, Capital Sales Tax, TIF, Risk Management). No budget decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
- Approved June 3, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (7-0-2)
- Heard FY2025-26 budget presentations from Court, City Wide, Governing Body, Administration, Law, Community Development, Finance, Sewer, Capital Sales Tax, TIF, Risk Management
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will consider several resolutions, including a $121,083.27 cooperative street resurfacing agreement with Kansas City, a $18,100 amendment to a mowing contract, and budget amendments for police personnel and property improvements. They will also vote on reappointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission and Park Board, and a $16,000 grant request for community engagement.
- R-3737-25: Street resurfacing with Kansas City, up to $121,083.27
- R-3733-25: Mowing contract amendment with A-1 Landscaping, $18,100 (total $50,000)
- R-3734-25: Budget amendment for police personnel
- R-3735-25: Budget amendment for property at 10312 E. 63rd Street
- R-3738-25: Grant request to Truman Heartland Community Foundation, $16,000
Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance authorizing a $112,000 contract with the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority for the IRIS (zTRIP) on-demand transit service. The board will also consider resolutions for an environmental services agreement, budget amendments for severance and a special election, and approve the previous meeting's minutes.
- Second reading of Bill 6694-25: KCATA IRIS (zTRIP) transit contract, not to exceed $112,000
- R-3724-25: ADS Environmental Services agreement, not to exceed $24,700
- R-3725-25: Budget amendment for personnel severance, not to exceed $67,724.26
- R-3726-25: Budget amendment for August 5, 2025 special election
- Approval of July 1, 2025 meeting minutes
The Board of Aldermen approved a contract with the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority for IRIS (zTrip) flex transit service, not to exceed $112,000, and it became Ordinance 5787-25. They also approved an agreement with ADS Environmental Services for up to $24,700, a budget amendment for severance payments up to $67,724.26 (5-3), and a budget amendment for the August 5, 2025 special election. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.
- Approved $112,000 transit service contract with KCATA (8-0-1)
- Approved $24,700 agreement with ADS Environmental Services (8-0-1)
- Approved $67,724.26 budget amendment for severance payments (5-3)
- Approved budget amendment for August 5, 2025 special election (8-0-1)
- Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0-1)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will receive a mid-year financial report and a committee review of the city’s special sales tax performance. The board will also vote on a first-amendment to a watershed feasibility study contract and other routine items.
- First amendment to intergovernmental agreement for Little Blue River Watershed Feasibility Study, not to exceed $20,885
- Surface Transportation Block Grant Program agreement for 53rd Street Rock Island Trail Connection
- Transit service contract with Kansas City Area Transportation Authority for IRIS (ZTRIP) Flex service, not to exceed $112,000
- Resolution to reappoint Ralph Monaco to the Police Officers’ Retirement Fund Board of Trustees
- Budget reallocation resolution for FY 2024-2025
The Board of Aldermen approved a first amendment to the intergovernmental agreement with the Mid-America Regional Council for Phase Two of the Little Blue River Watershed Feasibility Study, not to exceed $20,885, with an 8-1 vote. They also approved a Surface Transportation Block Grant agreement for the 53rd Street Rock Island Trail Connection, a conflict-of-interest disclosure ordinance, and a budget reallocation resolution, all unanimously. Two items received first readings: a transit service contract with KCATA for IRIS (zTrip) flex service up to $112,000 and a conflict-of-interest ordinance (which was later adopted). The meeting included a closed session for personnel matters.
- Approved $20,885 amendment for Little Blue River Watershed Feasibility Study Phase Two (8-1)
- Approved Surface Transportation Block Grant agreement for 53rd Street Rock Island Trail Connection (9-0)
- Adopted ordinance establishing conflict-of-interest disclosure procedure for municipal officials (9-0)
- Approved resolution reallocating FY 2024-2025 budget expenditures between funds (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda including reappointment of Ralph Monaco to Police Officers' Retirement Fund Board (9-0)
- Held first reading of KCATA transit service contract for IRIS (zTrip) flex service up to $112,000
- Held first reading of conflict-of-interest ordinance (later adopted)
- Moved into closed session for personnel matters (9-0)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a regular session with a study session on KCATA transit options, followed by legislative actions. Key items include first readings of ordinances for a watershed study and a trail connection grant, plus resolutions for tow services, sewer repairs, and stormwater compliance. The board will also consider appointments to the Special Sales Tax Review Committee and may enter closed sessions for legal and personnel matters.
- First reading of Bill 6692-25: $20,885 for Little Blue River Watershed Feasibility Study Phase Two
- First reading of Bill 6693-25: Surface Transportation Block Grant for 53rd Street Rock Island Trail Connection
- Resolution R-3718-25: Accept $980,000 grant for 53rd Street Rock Island Trail Connection
- Resolution R-3719-25: $38,620.72 for MS4 compliance with HG Consult Inc
- Resolution R-3720-25: $30,328.10 for sanitary sewer repairs at 8001 Hedges
The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved a consent agenda appointing two members to the Special Sales Tax Review Committee, and adopted resolutions for a tow management agreement, a $21,500 payment to Insituform Technologies, acceptance of a $980,000 grant for the 53rd Street Rock Island Trail Connection, and professional services for MS4 compliance, sanitary sewer repairs, and stormwater repairs. All votes were 9-0-1 with Alderman Aziere absent. Two ordinances were introduced for first reading, and the board entered closed sessions for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.
- Approved consent agenda appointing David Pennington and Darrell Swofford to Special Sales Tax Review Committee (9-0-1)
- Adopted R-3716-25 tow management services agreement with CFKAA LLC (9-0-1)
- Adopted R-3717-25 payment of $21,500 to Insituform Technologies (9-0-1)
- Adopted R-3718-25 acceptance of $980,000 Missouri Surface Transportation Block Grant for 53rd Street Rock Island Trail Connection (9-0-1)
- Adopted R-3719-25 professional services agreement with HG Consult Inc for MS4 compliance up to $38,620.72 (9-0-1)
- Adopted R-3720-25 professional services with Leath & Sons for sanitary sewer repairs at 8001 Hedges up to $30,328.10 (9-0-1)
- Adopted R-3721-25 professional services with Leath & Sons for stormwater repairs at 8409 Harvard Terrace up to $41,195.00 (9-0-1)
Committee of the Whole
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed design-build policy that would allow the city to use a single contract for design and construction services on large projects, potentially replacing the current design-bid-build model. The committee will also review the OpenGov software and approve minutes from the May 20 meeting. No final decisions are expected; the design-build item is a discussion that could lead to a future ordinance.
- Discussion of design-build policy for construction projects
- Proposed policy includes projects over $7,000,000
- Review of OpenGov software
- Approval of May 20, 2025 meeting minutes
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole met on June 3, 2025, and approved the minutes from the May 20 meeting. The committee also approved a motion directing staff to bring back more discussion on the various software systems used by city departments. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved May 20, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (6-0-3-1)
- Approved motion to direct staff to bring back more discussion on city software systems (9-0-1)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a study session on the Parks & Recreation annual report, then vote on a resolution to approve an agreement with ADP for human resources information systems software at a cost not to exceed $28,613.33 for fiscal year 2024-2025. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.
- Resolution R-3713-25: ADP HRIS software agreement, $28,613.33
- Parks & Recreation annual report presentation
- Consent agenda: minutes from May 20 and May 27, 2025 meetings
The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with ADP for HR information systems software, not to exceed $28,613.33 for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from previous meetings. No public comments were made, and the meeting included a study session on the Parks & Recreation annual report.
- Approved ADP HR software agreement up to $28,613.33 (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes from May 20 and May 27 meetings (8-0-1-1)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen is holding a special session to consider a resolution ratifying the appointment of Diane Egger as City Administrator and approving her employment agreement. The agreement includes a $140,000 annual salary, a $6,000 vehicle allowance, and a 4-year term. The board will also vote on waiving the residency requirement for the position.
- Resolution R-3712-25 to ratify Diane Egger's appointment as City Administrator
- Employment agreement with $140,000 annual salary and $6,000 vehicle allowance
- 4-year term from May 27, 2025 to May 27, 2029
- Waiver of residency requirement for City Administrator
- 12-month severance if terminated without cause
The Board of Aldermen held a special session and unanimously approved Resolution R-3712-25, ratifying the appointment of Diane Egger as City Administrator and approving her employment agreement. The vote was 8-0 with two aldermen absent. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Resolution R-3712-25 ratifying Diane Egger's appointment as City Administrator (8-0-2)
Committee of the Whole
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole is meeting to approve the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes and receive a presentation from City Attorney Jennifer Baird on board duties and responsibilities. The agenda is largely procedural and educational, with no legislative actions or public hearings scheduled.
- Approval of April 1, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
- Presentation on board duties and responsibilities by City Attorney Jennifer Baird
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole met on May 20, 2025, and approved the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes by a 7-0-3 vote. The only substantive item was a presentation by City Attorney Jennifer Baird on board duties and responsibilities. No other decisions were made.
- Approved April 1, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (7-0-3)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to review the FY 2023-2024 audit presented by Troutt Beeman & Co., then vote on two resolutions: a $95,000 contract with MO Turf for nuisance abatement and a $10,492.33 change order for the police annex demolition/construction project. The agenda also includes a consent agenda for minutes and a possible closed session for real estate and personnel matters.
- R-3710-25: $95,000 agreement with MO Turf for nuisance abatement services
- R-3711-25: $10,492.33 change order for police annex project, total $560,472.33
- FY 2023-2024 audit presentation by Troutt Beeman & Co.
- Closed session possible for real estate, personnel, and employee records
- Consent agenda: approval of May 6, 2025 minutes
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold the first reading of an ordinance to place a 1/4-cent sales tax for parks and stormwater control on the August 5, 2025 ballot. They will also consider a contract amendment with KC Snow Pro LLC for up to $68,437.50 and several board appointments. The agenda includes routine consent items and a possible closed session on personnel matters.
- First reading of ordinance for 1/4-cent sales tax for parks/stormwater, 7-year term, on Aug. 5 ballot
- Resolution R-3709-25: Amendment to KC Snow Pro LLC agreement, total not to exceed $68,437.50
- Reappointment of Wendy McDermott to Jackson County Board of Equalization
- Reappointment of Robert Walker to Board of Zoning Adjustment
- Appointments of Ryan Myers to Planning & Zoning Commission and Bill Van Buskirk to Police Officers' Retirement Fund Board
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance to add Section 28-452 to the city code, prohibiting property owners from knowingly failing to abate illegal activities or nuisances on their property. The board will also consider a resolution amending the contract with ABAY Construction Inc. for the Woodson Road stormwater improvement project, increasing the amount by $26,491.59 to a total not to exceed $378,786.39. Additionally, the board will accept certified election results from the April 8, 2025 election and administer the oath of office to newly elected officials.
- Second reading of Bill No. 6690-25: ordinance to add Section 28-452, prohibiting maintenance of nuisances and unlawful activities on private property, requiring cooperation with law enforcement, and providing enforcement remedies.
- R-3703-25: resolution amending agreement with ABAY Construction Inc. for Woodson Road stormwater improvement project, increasing amount by $26,491.59 to total not to exceed $378,786.39.
- Report of certified election results from April 8, 2025 election, with motion to accept results.
- Oath of office for newly elected officials: Municipal Judge Traci Fann, Aldermen Theresa Tush (Ward I), Loretha Hayden (Ward II), Latrice Thomas (Ward III), Josh Morales (Ward IV), Bonnaye Mims (Ward V).
- Proclamation to Ian Scott as Mayor Pro Tem 2024-2025.
The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved an ordinance establishing regulations prohibiting nuisances and unlawful activities on private property, requiring cooperation with law enforcement. They also approved a $26,491.59 amendment to the Woodson Road stormwater improvement project contract, bringing the total to $378,786.39. The board certified the April 8, 2025 election results and administered the oath of office to newly elected officials. The session adjourned sine die.
- Adopted Ordinance 5782-25 establishing nuisance and unlawful activity regulations on private property (10-0)
- Approved $26,491.59 amendment to ABAY Construction Inc. agreement for Woodson Road stormwater project, total not to exceed $378,786.39 (10-0)
- Certified certified election results from April 8, 2025 election (10-0)
- Adopted minutes from April 1, 2025 meeting (10-0)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will consider a resolution to appoint an acting president for a one-year term, and will discuss a potential local parks/stormwater sales tax for the August 2025 ballot. The agenda also includes a possible closed session for real estate and personnel matters.
- Resolution R-3704-25 to appoint Ian Scott as Acting President for one year
- Discussion of Local Parks/Stormwater Sales Tax for August 2025 ballot
- Closed session authorized for real estate transactions and personnel matters
The Raytown Board of Aldermen appointed Alderman Theresa Garza as Acting President for 2025-2026 by a 10-0 vote. The board also directed staff to draft an ordinance for a 1/4 cent Parks/Stormwater Sales Tax to appear on the August 2025 ballot, with a 7-year sunset and an 80/20 split between Parks and the city, approved 8-2. The board then entered closed session and adjourned.
- Appointed Alderman Garza as Acting President of the Board 2025-2026 (10-0)
- Directed staff to draft ordinance for 1/4 cent Parks/Stormwater Sales Tax with 7-year sunset and 80/20 split (8-2)
- Moved into closed session for real estate and personnel matters (10-0)
- Returned to open session and adjourned
Committee of the Whole
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole will meet to approve the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes and receive a police update from Police Chief Robert Kuehl. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Approval of March 4, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
- Police update by Police Chief Robert Kuehl
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole met on April 1, 2025, and approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting by a vote of 5-0-3-2 (with two abstentions and three absent). The committee also received a police update from Chief Robert Kuehl. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved March 4, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (5-0-3-2, with 2 abstentions)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a first reading of an ordinance to add Section 28-452 to Chapter 28, establishing regulations to prohibit maintaining nuisances and unlawful activities on private property, requiring property owners to cooperate with law enforcement and providing enforcement remedies. The board will also consider several resolutions, including rescinding a prior fleet management agreement, approving delinquent tax lists, setting insurance rates, and accepting a $50,000 donation for the police K9 program. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.
- First reading of Bill No. 6690-25: ordinance adding Section 28-452 to prohibit nuisances and unlawful activities on private property, requiring abatement plans and allowing injunctive relief
- Resolution R-3698-25 to rescind approval of Resolution R-3697-25 regarding an agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management
- Resolution R-3699-25 approving the land and lot delinquent list and personal delinquent list of delinquent taxes from Jackson County
- Resolution R-3700-25 establishing medical, dental, and vision insurance rates for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026
- Resolution R-3702-25 accepting a $50,000 donation to expand the Raytown Police Department K9 program and amend the FY 2025-2026 budget
The Board of Aldermen rescinded Resolution R-3697-25 regarding an agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management (5-4), with Alderman Van Buskirk recused. They also approved resolutions for delinquent tax lists, insurance rates, a public safety commitment, and a $50,000 donation for the K9 program, all by 10-0 votes. A first reading was held for a nuisance ordinance, but no final action was taken.
- Rescinded Enterprise Fleet Management agreement (R-3698-25) (5-4)
- Approved delinquent tax lists from Jackson County (R-3699-25) (10-0)
- Set medical, dental, vision insurance rates for 2025-2026 (R-3700-25) (10-0)
- Adopted public safety and violent crime reduction resolution (R-3701-25) (10-0)
- Accepted $50,000 donation for K9 program (R-3702-25) (10-0)
- Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0-1)
- Held first reading of nuisance ordinance (Bill 6690-25), no vote
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved several routine items and new contracts, including a $145,000 nuisance abatement services agreement with MO Turf and a $91,000 continuation of a service agreement with Arista Information Systems. They also approved a $40,000 professional services agreement with Omni Human Resource Solutions (8-0-0-2) and a $63,600 fleet management agreement with Enterprise (6-1-1-2). A discussion item on a draft public nuisances amendment to Chapter 28 was directed to staff for review with the City Attorney and will return at the next meeting.
- Approved $145,000 nuisance abatement contract with MO Turf (10-0)
- Approved $91,000 service agreement continuation with Arista Information Systems (10-0)
- Approved $40,000 professional services agreement with Omni Human Resource Solutions (8-0-0-2)
- Approved $63,600 fleet management agreement with Enterprise (6-1-1-2)
- Directed staff to review draft Chapter 28 amendment with City Attorney (10-0)
Committee of the Whole
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole will meet to approve minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting and receive a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan Update from Josh Bloom of The Lakota Group. The agenda is otherwise limited to these two items.
- Approval of August 20, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
- Comprehensive Plan Update presentation by Josh Bloom, The Lakota Group
The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole met on March 4, 2025, and approved the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes by a vote of 8-0-2. The committee also received a presentation from Josh Bloom of The Lakota Group on the Comprehensive Plan Update. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved August 20, 2024 Committee of the Whole minutes (8-0-2)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and first reading for a conditional use permit for a private school at 9808 E. 66th Terrace and 9817 E. 66th Street. They will also consider adopting a multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan and vote on several consent agenda items, including contracts for mowing, a cashier's counter remodel, and sanitary sewer work.
- Public hearing and first reading for conditional use permit for ME 2 YOU Career Academy at 9808 E. 66th Terrace and 9817 E. 66th Street
- R-3689-25: Mowing services contract with RPM Mowing LLC, not to exceed $49,692.50
- R-3690-25: Community Development cashier's counter remodel with The Wilson Group, Inc., not to exceed $51,736.30
- R-3691-25: White Oak West sanitary sewer system with George Butler Associates, not to exceed $210,135.00
- R-3692-25: Fluid Conservation Systems agreement, not to exceed $40,665.00
General
The Raytown Board of Aldermen and Park Board are holding a joint work session to discuss a parks and storm water sales tax. City Administrator Damon Hodges will present the item. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item.
- Discussion of parks/storm water sales tax
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a remote-only meeting due to inclement weather. They will discuss a study session on the Adopt-A-Drain program and consider several resolutions, including a $134,000 design engineering contract for Raytown Road improvements and a $45,000 snow removal agreement.
- R-3687-25: $134,000 design engineering services for Raytown Road from 63rd to 67th Street
- R-3688-25: $45,000 snow removal agreement with KC Snow Pro LLC via Lee's Summit cooperative
- R-3686-25: Resolution supporting summer concert series on city greenspace
- Consent agenda includes minutes from Feb 4, 2025 meeting
- Study session on Adopt-A-Drain program
The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from the previous meeting, a resolution supporting a summer concert series, and a design engineering services agreement for Raytown Road improvements. They also approved a new business item authorizing an agreement with KC Snow Pro LLC for snow removal services. All votes were 8-0-2, with two aldermen absent.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, concert series resolution, and Lamp Rynearson design services (8-0-2)
- Approved R-3688-25 with KC Snow Pro LLC for snow removal up to $45,000 (8-0-2)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will consider routine consent agenda items, including a $31,900 mowing contract with A-1 Landscaping and a $29,444 purchase of a 2025 Ford Maverick. They will also discuss a budget amendment for parks capital expenditures and demolition of the 53rd Street property. The agenda includes a study session on economic development.
- R-3683-25: Mowing services contract with A-1 Landscaping, not to exceed $31,900
- R-3684-25: Purchase of 2025 Ford Maverick from Shawnee Mission Ford, not to exceed $29,444
- R-3685-25: Budget amendment for parks capital expenditures and demolition of 53rd Street property
- Study session: Economic development update by City Administrator Damon Hodges
The Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda, including a $31,900 mowing services agreement with A-1 Landscaping and the purchase of a 2025 Ford Maverick for $29,444 from Shawnee Mission Ford. They also approved a resolution amending the FY 2024-2025 budget for parks capital expenditures and demolition of the 53rd Street property. All votes were 9-0-1, with Alderman Myers absent. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda including mowing contract and vehicle purchase (9-0-1)
- Approved $31,900 mowing services agreement with A-1 Landscaping (9-0-1)
- Approved $29,444 purchase of 2025 Ford Maverick from Shawnee Mission Ford (9-0-1)
- Approved budget amendment for parks capital expenditures and 53rd Street demolition (9-0-1)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a regular session with a consent agenda covering routine items, a second reading of a conditional use permit for an Evergy substation, a public hearing and first reading for the Utopia Gardens final plat, and a resolution to spend up to $46,543.61 with the Mejorando Group. The meeting includes public comments and will be streamed online.
- Second reading of Bill 6687-25 for a conditional use permit to Evergy for a utility substation at E. 59th Street and Woodson Road
- Public hearing and first reading of Bill 6688-25 for the final plat of Utopia Gardens, 1.76 acres south of 85th Place and east of Lane Avenue
- Resolution R-3682-25 to spend up to $46,543.61 with the Mejorando Group and amend the FY 2024-2025 budget
- Consent agenda includes purchase of brine equipment from C&H Outdoor LLC for $81,186.53
- Consent agenda includes declaring a 2010 Ford Crown Victoria surplus for auction
The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved a conditional use permit for Evergy to build a major utility substation at the southeast corner of E. 59th Street and Woodson Road, despite one dissenting vote. The board also approved the final plat for Utopia Gardens, a 1.76-acre development, and authorized several routine items including a park board appointment, surplus property auction, brine equipment purchase, and a budget amendment for consulting services.
- Approved conditional use permit for Evergy substation at E. 59th & Woodson (8-1)
- Approved final plat of Utopia Gardens, 1.76 acres south of 85th Place (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda including park board appointment, surplus auction, brine equipment purchase (9-0)
- Approved $46,543.61 expenditure with Mejorando Group and budget amendment (9-0)
Board of Aldermen
The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a regular session on January 7, 2025, to consider several routine items and one public hearing. The consent agenda includes appointments and contracts, while new business features a public hearing on a conditional use permit for an Evergy substation and a resolution for sinkhole engineering services.
- Public hearing on conditional use permit for Evergy utility substation at southeast corner of E. 59th Street and Woodson Road
- Resolution R-3676-25: fuel purchase from John Moore Oil Company, not to exceed $180,986.00
- Resolution R-3677-25: maintenance agreement with Azteca Systems Holdings for Cityworks program, not to exceed $72,945.60
- Resolution R-3678-25: engineering services with George Butler Associates for sinkholes, not to exceed $67,938.00
- Resolution R-3675-25: appointment of Lisa Emerson to Special Sales Tax Review Committee
The Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda, including appointments and contracts, and held a public hearing for a conditional use permit for an Evergy substation. A motion to waive rules for an immediate second reading of the substation ordinance failed, so it remains on first reading. The board also approved a professional services agreement for sinkhole engineering.
- Approved consent agenda including appointment of Lisa Emerson to Special Sales Tax Review Committee (9-0-0-1)
- Approved fuel purchase from John Moore Oil Company up to $180,986 (consent agenda)
- Approved maintenance agreement with Azteca Systems Holdings up to $72,945.60 (consent agenda)
- Held public hearing for Evergy substation conditional use permit at E. 59th and Woodson
- Motion to waive rules for immediate second reading of substation ordinance failed (6-4)
- Approved professional services agreement with George Butler Associates for sinkhole engineering up to $67,938 (10-0)