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Rose Hill public meetings in 2025

26 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 15, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider bids for Sunrise 3rd Addition infrastructure

The Rose Hill City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several action items, including approving budget amendments, waiving GAAP standards, and accepting bids for water, sewer, and stormwater work in the Sunrise 3rd Addition. They will also vote on cereal malt beverage licenses for Dollar General, an ordinance setting council compensation, and discuss franchising trash service. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and claims, plus an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $815,840 in Sunrise 3rd Addition utility bids

The Rose Hill City Council approved all agenda items unanimously, including awarding three utility construction bids for the Sunrise 3rd Addition totaling $815,840 to McCullough Excavation Inc., subject to satisfactory letters of credit. The council also approved the 2025 budget amendments, a resolution waiving GAAP standards, cereal malt beverage licenses for Dollar General, and Ordinance #741 setting mayor compensation at $125 per meeting. No public comments were made during the citizen forum or public hearing.

Mon Dec 1, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to decide on trash service franchising and hauler licenses

The Rose Hill City Council will hold a public hearing and discussion on franchising trash service, followed by a vote on trash hauler licenses. They will also consider approval of cereal malt beverage licenses and discuss a method for compensating governing body members. The meeting includes routine items like approving the agenda, minutes, and claims.

✓ Decided: Council approves trash hauler licenses after public hearing

The Rose Hill City Council held a public hearing on trash franchising, hearing from residents and a Waste Connections representative. Following the hearing, the council approved trash hauler licenses for Evergreen, Waste Management, and Waste Connections (5-0). The council also approved Appropriation Ordinance #23 and a cereal malt beverage license for Casey's General Store, subject to Fire Marshal approval. No binding action was taken on trash franchising, but the council reached consensus to move forward with a resolution for discussion.

Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider dissolving Public Building Commission, setting 2026 wages

The Rose Hill City Council will vote on an ordinance to dissolve the city's Public Building Commission and transfer its assets, liabilities, and functions. They will also consider a resolution establishing wages and benefits for 2026, and discuss a proposal for water line relocation on SW Butler Road.

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✓ Decided: Council dissolves Public Building Commission, approves 2026 wages

The Rose Hill City Council unanimously approved Ordinance #740 dissolving the Public Building Commission and transferring its assets, liabilities, and functions, and Resolution #709 establishing 2026 wage rates. It also approved a $350,000 water line relocation proposal with APEX Excavating, vacated a sanitary sewer easement for USD #394, and approved Appropriation Ordinance #22. All votes were 5-0.

Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider $1.2M industrial revenue bonds for JR Laughlin project

The Rose Hill City Council will consider approving an ordinance authorizing up to $1,200,000 in industrial revenue bonds for the JR Laughlin project, and will also discuss a request from Hometown Christmas for a street closing and donation. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes, claims, and reports, plus a discussion on advertising the City Administrator vacancy.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.2M industrial revenue bonds for JR Laughlin project

The Rose Hill City Council approved several items, including a $1.2 million industrial revenue bond issuance for the JR Laughlin Project, a street closure and $1,000 donation for Hometown Christmas, and an advertisement for the City Administrator position. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The meeting also included reports from staff and councilmembers.

Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider exclusive trash hauler resolution and public hearing

The Rose Hill City Council will consider a resolution declaring intent to establish an exclusive solid waste collection service (single trash hauler) and setting a public hearing. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, claims, and reports from the city administrator and staff.

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✓ Decided: Council approves intent to consider single trash hauler, sets Dec. 1 hearing

The Rose Hill City Council approved Resolution #708 declaring intent to consider establishing an exclusive solid waste collection service and set a public hearing for December 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The council also approved Appropriation Ordinance #20. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Mon Oct 6, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on traffic ordinance, water engineering deals

The Rose Hill City Council will consider approving a standard traffic ordinance with amendments for micro mobility vehicles, and will discuss interlocal agreements for engineering services related to a Butler County water supply update. They will also consider a contract with Baughman Company for engineering services for the Sunrise Addition Phase 3 project. The meeting includes routine items like approving the agenda, minutes, and claims.

✓ Decided: Council approves traffic ordinance, water study, and $152K engineering contract

The Rose Hill City Council approved Ordinance #737 adopting the Standard Traffic Ordinance with amendments including micro mobility vehicles, ending its tabling. It also approved an interlocal cost-sharing agreement for engineering services with Butler County and other cities, contingent on cost overruns and participation of all parties. Additionally, the council approved a $152,000 engineering contract with Baughman Company for Phase 3 of the Sunrise Addition. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on Wichita watering schedule, offense codes, trash franchise

The Rose Hill City Council will consider adopting an ordinance that follows the City of Wichita's watering schedule, along with updates to the Uniform Public Offense Code and Standard Traffic Ordinance (including micro-mobility vehicles). They will also discuss franchising refuse collection and may enter an executive session on non-elected personnel. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, claims, and proclamations.

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✓ Decided: Rose Hill adopts mandatory water conservation ordinance

The council approved Ordinance #735, adopting the City of Wichita's watering schedule, and Ordinance #736, adopting the Uniform Public Offense Code. The Standard Traffic Ordinance was tabled for revisions, and staff was directed to proceed with a resolution on franchising refuse collection. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Tue Sep 2, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider 2025 budget, property tax levy, and industrial revenue bonds

The Rose Hill City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the 2025 budget, a property tax levy exceeding the revenue neutral rate, and issuing taxable industrial revenue bonds for Dynamic N/C. They will also consider awarding general obligation bonds and temporary notes for the Sunrise project. The meeting includes routine items like minutes, claims, and reports.

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✓ Decided: Rose Hill approves 2025 budget, tax levy exceeding revenue neutral rate

The Rose Hill City Council approved the 2025 annual budget and a property tax levy exceeding the revenue neutral rate, along with several bond and financing measures. All votes were unanimous (4-0). The council also approved appropriations and heard updates on the Butler County road project and staff reports.

Mon Aug 18, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider paving, water, sewer, storm drainage for Sunrise Addition Phase 3

The Rose Hill City Council will consider approving petitions for infrastructure improvements (paving, water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage) for Sunrise Addition Phase 3. They will also discuss a proposed ordinance on e-scooters/ATVs and solid waste collection options. The meeting includes routine items like approving the agenda, minutes, and claims.

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✓ Decided: Council approves all Sunrise Addition Phase 3 improvement resolutions

The Rose Hill City Council unanimously approved all action items, including appropriation ordinance #16 and four resolutions for the Sunrise Addition Phase 3 improvements (paving, storm-water, wastewater, and storm drainage). They also approved a temporary alcohol permit for the Fall Festival, waiving the $200 fee. The council discussed a proposed STO ordinance with e-scooter/ATV provisions and solid waste collection options, directing staff to develop a timeline for the latter.

Mon Aug 4, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Rose Hill Council to set budget hearing, consider water tower lease amendment

The Rose Hill City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 4, 2025, with action items including setting a public hearing for the budget and considering a resolution to amend a lease agreement with EIP Holdings II, LLC for city water towers. The council will also discuss a proposed STO ordinance that would incorporate e-scooter and ATV provisions, and receive administrative and staff reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves water tower lease amendment with EIP Holdings

The Rose Hill City Council approved Resolution #700, declaring the advisability of amending the lease agreement with EIP Holdings II, LLC for use of city-owned water towers, and authorizing officials to execute required documents. The council also set the date for the RNR/Budget public hearing and approved the budget as presented. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider 2024 audit, Fall Festival requests, street bids

The Rose Hill City Council will consider approving the 2024 city audit from Adams Brown, requests from Fall Festival 2025, and street bids for Sienna Ranch - 6th Addition. They will also discuss scooters, ATVs, and other alternative vehicles, along with the City Administrator's and staff reports.

✓ Decided: Council awards $162,012 street contract for Sienna Ranch 6th Addition

The Rose Hill City Council approved the 2024 audit, a $2,000 donation to Fall Festival 2025 with waived mobile food vendor fees, and awarded a $162,012 street improvement contract for Sienna Ranch 6th Addition to Pearson Construction, subject to a letter of credit. The council also discussed scooter and ATV regulations, directing staff to draft an ordinance. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

Mon Jul 7, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on Sunrise Phase 2 special assessments and bond sale

The Rose Hill City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance levying special assessments for Sunrise Addition Phase 2 improvements, plus a resolution authorizing the sale of general obligation bonds and temporary notes. The council will also set the revenue neutral rate for the 2026 proposed budget and schedule a public hearing on it. Other items include a budget discussion, staff reports, and a meeting with the Rose Hill Recreation Commission.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2026 budget exceeding revenue neutral rate

The Rose Hill City Council approved a motion to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the 2026 proposed budget, setting a mill levy rate of 37.370, and scheduled a public hearing for September 2, 2025. The council also approved special assessments for Sunrise Addition Phase 2 and authorized the sale of general obligation bonds and temporary notes. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Mon Jun 23, 2025 · 06:30

Workshop

City workshop to review 2026 budget

The City of Rose Hill is holding a workshop to review and discuss the 2026 budget. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

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Mon Jun 16, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider library roof repairs, drainage easement, trash license

The Rose Hill City Council will vote on repair proposals for the library facility, a drainage easement, and a trash hauling license application. They will also discuss the 2025/2026 budget and receive reports from staff and the city administrator.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $40K roof repair for Rose Hill library

The Rose Hill City Council approved a $40,000 roof repair proposal from New Image Roofing for the city-owned library, accepted a drainage easement from the Niernbergers, and licensed Evergreen Waste Management for trash hauling. All votes were 4-0. The council also discussed the upcoming budget and heard staff reports.

Mon Jun 2, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider water/sewer bids, street bids, bond assessments, library budget

The Rose Hill City Council will consider several action items, including approving bids for water and sewer work in Sienna Ranch 6th Addition, street maintenance bids for Phase 2, and a statement of final costs and assessment roll for the GO Bonds Series 2023 (Sunrise project). They will also consider a library board appointment and set a date for the 2026 budget workshop. Discussions will cover scooters on city streets and the 2025/2026 budget.

✓ Decided: Council awards $293K sewer/water bid and $144K street patching contract

The Rose Hill City Council approved several action items, including awarding a $293,165 bid to Apex Excavating for sanitary sewer and water improvements in Sienna Ranch 6th Addition, and a contract not to exceed $144,000 to South Central Sealing and Patching for Phase II street patching. The council also approved a Library Board appointment, set a public hearing for July 7, 2025 on GO Bond assessments, and scheduled a budget workshop for June 23. Additionally, the council declared the mayor temporarily absent and authorized the council president to exercise mayoral powers per K.S.A. 15-311.

Mon May 19, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider water service for Nienberger property with easement exchange

The Rose Hill City Council will consider approving a water service request for Mr. Nienberger's property south of East Waitt, with an easement provided in exchange. The council will also review animal codes and discuss the 2025/2026 budget. A proclamation for National Public Works Week is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves water service for property outside city limits

The Rose Hill City Council approved a request to provide municipal water service to a property south of East Waitt, contingent on the homeowner granting an easement in exchange. The council also approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and Appropriation Ordinance #10, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. During discussion, the council reached consensus not to amend the existing animal codes regarding goats, despite a citizen's objection.

Mon May 5, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider issuing taxable industrial revenue bonds for Viking Corp. expansion

The Rose Hill City Council will consider issuing taxable industrial revenue bonds to finance an addition to an existing manufacturing facility (Viking Corporation). The agenda also includes routine approvals for appointments, bill payments, and street marking bids, along with a public hearing on claims.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Viking Blast industrial revenue bonds

The Rose Hill City Council approved Resolution 696 authorizing taxable industrial revenue bonds for Viking Blast & Wash Systems' facility expansion, with the city not responsible for the debt. The council also approved street marking bids, appointments, and other routine items. A citizen's request to keep goats as emotional support animals was discussed but not granted.

Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on school facilities-sharing MOU with USD 394

The Rose Hill City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including a resolution to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with USD 394 for sharing facilities and equipment, approval of off-cycle claims payments, a lawn care services agreement, and a water service request. The council will also discuss the 2025/2026 budget and receive reports from staff and councilmembers. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and a proclamation for the National Day of Prayer.

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✓ Decided: Council approves USD 394 facilities sharing agreement

The Rose Hill City Council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor and city clerk to execute a memorandum of understanding with USD 394 for sharing facilities and equipment. The council also approved lawn care services with Rich Lawns, a water service request with an easement exchange, and an appropriation ordinance. A citizen request regarding motorized scooters was referred to staff for review.

Mon Apr 7, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to weigh playground project, fireworks permits, mowing contract

The Rose Hill City Council will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals of minutes and claims, plus several action items. Key decisions include a playground project with USD 394, a donation request for Project Graduation, retail and public fireworks permits, and an independent contractor mowing agreement. The council will also discuss the 2025 and 2026 budget.

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✓ Decided: Council approves playground partnership with USD 394

The Rose Hill City Council approved a partnership with USD 394 to improve school playgrounds, including an ADA-compliant playground, with the city funding a security gate. The council also approved a $850 donation to Project Graduation, a retail fireworks permit, a public fireworks exhibition for July 4, and the 2025 mowing contract. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider insurance renewal, street maintenance, and fee changes

The Rose Hill City Council will vote on renewing the 2025 property and liability insurance, approve quotes for Phase II of the 2025 street maintenance program, and consider a resolution updating service, license, and permit fees. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda, minutes, and an appropriation ordinance for claims.

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✓ Decided: Rose Hill approves Carson Insurance for 2025 property/liability coverage

The Rose Hill City Council approved the 2025 property and liability insurance renewal with Carson Insurance Group, after hearing presentations from both Carson and Gallagher. The council also approved a street maintenance agreement with South Central Sealing LLC for up to $50,000, and adopted Resolution #694 updating service, license, and permit fees, including water and sewer rates. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Mon Mar 3, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider bids for street department vehicle

The Rose Hill City Council will consider bids for a street department vehicle, review a proposed turn lane on South Rose Hill Road and School Street, and discuss a fee resolution that includes changes to water rates. The meeting also includes proclamations for Severe Weather and Girl Scout Week, along with routine approvals of minutes and claims.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $62,401 purchase of F-350 dump truck

The Rose Hill City Council approved the purchase of a F-350 cab and chassis with dump bed from Don Hattan Ford for $62,401 to replace a 2006 Ford dump truck. The council also approved claims for two periods and adopted the agenda and prior minutes. A proposed fee resolution with water rate changes was discussed but not voted on; it will be considered at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Feb 18, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Rose Hill council meeting cancelled due to weather, moved to March 3

The February 18, 2025, regular city council meeting was cancelled due to inclement weather. All agenda items, including a turn lane review and a proposed fee resolution with water rate changes, will be considered at the next regular meeting on March 3, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Council meeting cancelled due to weather; rescheduled to March 3

The February 18, 2025 regular city council meeting was cancelled due to inclement weather. All agenda items were moved to the next regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 3rd at 7pm. No decisions were made.

Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council considers jail cost ordinance and water rate changes

The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding jail costs and discuss a proposed resolution that includes changes to water rates. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and claims.

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✓ Decided: Council approves ordinance assessing jail costs to defendants

The Rose Hill City Council approved Ordinance #730, which amends the municipal court code to allow the city to assess jail costs to defendants at the conclusion of their court case. The council also approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and Appropriation Ordinance #3 for claims. A proposed fee resolution including water rate changes was discussed but not voted on.

Tue Jan 21, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider 2025 street maintenance and property crime task force

The Rose Hill City Council will vote on a proposal for 2025 Phase 1 street maintenance and a memorandum of understanding to join an area property crime task force. They will also discuss a fee schedule, including water rate changes, and receive reports from the city administrator and staff.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $115K street microsealing contract with Vance Brothers

The Rose Hill City Council approved a 2025 street maintenance agreement with Vance Brothers for microsealing, not to exceed $115,000, and approved a memorandum of understanding to join an area property crime task force. The council also approved the agenda, minutes, and claims, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. A revised fee schedule, including water and sewer tap fee increases, was discussed but not voted on.

Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 18:00

Workshop

Workshop meeting with no listed agenda items

This is a workshop meeting of the Rose Hill Recreation Center Board with no substantive agenda items listed. The only item is attendance at the board meeting, and the agenda is otherwise procedural boilerplate.

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Mon Jan 6, 2025 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider Sienna Ranch 6th paving, sewer, water petitions

The Rose Hill City Council will consider approving petitions for paving, sanitary sewer, and water distribution improvements in the Sienna Ranch 6th Addition, along with an engineering services contract with Baughman Company, P.A. for the project. The council will also vote on purchasing a new police car, an appropriation ordinance, and a resolution on bad debts. Additionally, the council will receive reports from the city administrator, staff, and councilmembers.

✓ Decided: Council approves police car purchase and Sienna Ranch infrastructure projects

The Rose Hill City Council approved the purchase of a 2024 Ram 1500 police vehicle for $55,295.64 (less $13,000 trade-in) and adopted resolutions for paving, sanitary sewer, and water distribution improvements in Sienna Ranch 6th Addition, with all costs assessed to the development. They also approved an engineering services contract with Baughman Company, P.A. for $57,300, and a resolution to write off bad debts for past due utility accounts. All votes were 4-0.