Wyandotte County public meetings in 2021

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution to use the former Reardon Convention Center as a temporary cold weather shelter for the unhoused. The commission will also schedule an executive session to discuss a candidate for employment and a private personnel matter. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Resolution to use former Reardon Convention Center as temporary cold weather shelter (Tracking #211313)
• Schedule executive session for personnel discussion (Tracking #211306)

Full Commission

This agenda is a notice for an executive session of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, to be held after the regular commission meeting on December 16, 2021. The session will address a personnel matter. No other business items are listed.

• Executive session on personnel matter
• Meeting at 5th floor conference room, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, KS

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission voted to extend the COVID-19 mask mandate through December 16, 2021, and adopted a new paid childbirth and parental leave policy. They also approved appointments, a two-year meeting calendar, a cash and investment policy, bond sale authorization, and other routine items. The meeting included a public hearing agenda and an executive session on a personnel matter.

• Adopted R-101-21 extending mask mandate through Dec 16, 2021 (6-4 vote)
• Adopted R-107-21 new paid childbirth and parental leave policy (10-0)
• Approved Oliver Singleton to Housing Authority (10-0)
• Approved sale of 2022-A bonds and 2022-I temporary notes (R-104-21)
• Approved Land Bank option applications for 5 new homes and 1 yard extension

The Unified Government Commission voted 6-4 to approve Resolution R-101-21, which amended a prior health order to extend the county's mask mandate only through December 16, 2021, effectively ending it that day. The Health Department had recommended keeping the mandate through at least January 6, 2022, citing a rise in average daily COVID-19 cases from about 30 to 85 and a 47.4% completed vaccination rate. The commission also approved several consent agenda items, a new paid childbirth and parental leave policy, and Land Bank property applications, then went into executive session on a personnel matter.

• Approved Resolution R-101-21 ending the mask mandate on Dec. 16, 2021 (6-4; no votes: Markley, Townsend, Ramirez, Johnson)
• Approved appointment of Oliver Singleton to the Housing Authority (10-0)
• Approved Commissioner Christian Ramirez as voting delegate and Bridgette Cobbins as alternate for the Kansas Association of Counties Special Election (10-0)
• Approved consent agenda including the two-year meeting calendar, cash and investment policy, 2022 bond and temporary note sale, Visit Kansas City Kansas budget and five-year agreement, donated sick leave policy, and minutes (10-0)
• Approved Resolution R-107-21 adopting a new paid childbirth and parental leave policy (10-0)
• Approved Land Bank option applications for five new single-family homes and one yard extension (10-0)
• Approved going into executive session until 9:22 p.m. to discuss employment contracts and a personnel matter (8-2; no votes: Townsend and Johnson)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special virtual session on December 16, 2021, at 5:30 PM for a legislative program update. The agenda contains no specific items for decision or discussion beyond this update. Public participation is available via Zoom, YouTube, or UGTY, and in-person viewing is offered in the Municipal Office Building lobby.

• Special session for legislative program update
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar (ID: 817 1055 9182, passcode: 584320)
• Public observation via YouTube, UGTY, or in-person at Municipal Office Building lobby

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review the November minutes, discuss the administrator's monthly report, and consider the status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments. They will also discuss ethics training sessions and the commission's website. New business includes a potential review of the UG Ethics Code and proposed amendments, with a continued review of Sections 266-267. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters or legal opinions.

• Review of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of ethics training sessions and schedule
• Review of UG Ethics Commission Website
• Potential review of UG Ethics Code and proposed amendments
• Executive session for personnel matters or legal opinions

The Wyandotte County Ethics Commission approved the minutes from its November 18, 2021 meeting. Administrator Ruth Benien reported on ongoing ethics training sessions and the status of complaints, noting one new complaint received and three closed. The commission began reviewing specific sections of the Unified Government Ethics Code for potential amendments.

• Approved November 18, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed UG Ethics Code Sec. 2-268 through 2-270 for potential changes
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County/KCK Board of Park Commissioners will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes adopting the agenda, approving previous minutes, hearing visitor comments, electing officers for December, and receiving staff updates on contracts and projects. No old business is reported.

• December officer elections for First Vice Chairman, Second Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Spring contracts going out for RFP 2022
• Mowing contracts up for 2022
• Updates on project progress, aquatics, recreation, and grant projects

The Unified Government WyCo/KCK Board of Park Commissioners met on December 8, 2021 via Zoom but had no quorum due to lack of member attendance. First Vice Chairman Billy Brame stated there would be no meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the minutes record only the call to order, roll call, and this statement.

Committee/Task Force

The LEAB meeting scheduled for December 8, 2021, was canceled by a vote of the board. The source record provides no other business or substantive decisions for this date.

• Canceled December 2021 meeting by vote

Committee/Task Force

This meeting of the Wyandotte County Committee/Task Force was cancelled because no quorum was present. No business was conducted or discussed.

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee voted 5-0 on four items: extending a moratorium on enforcement against pre-existing murals in residential zoning districts, extending COVID-19 emergency suspensions of certain zoning code sections for six months, amending the donated sick leave policy, and adding a new paid childbirth and parental leave policy. The committee also received an informational update on the Workday ERP project scheduled to go live June 30, 2022. A proposed ordinance on a vehicle stipend for the mayor was removed from the agenda.

• Extended moratorium on mural enforcement in residential districts (A-G, R, R-1 through R-6, R-M, TND T-1 through T-4) - vote 5-0
• Six-month extension of COVID-19 emergency suspensions of Chapter 27 (Planning and Zoning) and Chapter 32 - vote 5-0
• Amended Human Resources Guide on donated sick leave - vote 5-0
• New paid childbirth and parental leave policy added to HR Guide, approved with modifications - vote 5-0
• Workday ERP project update: go-live scheduled June 30, 2022 (information only)

The Administration & Human Services Standing Committee approved six-month extensions for a moratorium on enforcing residential murals and for COVID-19 emergency zoning suspensions through June 30, 2022. The committee also recommended adopting a revised donated sick leave policy and a new paid childbirth and parental leave policy with an administrator exception provision. Additionally, the committee received an implementation update on the Workday Enterprise Resource Planning project.

• Approved a six-month extension of the moratorium on enforcement of residential murals through June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved a six-month extension of COVID-19 emergency planning and zoning ordinance suspensions through June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved recommendations for an amended donated sick leave policy in the Human Resources Guide (5-0)
• Approved a new paid childbirth and parental leave policy with an added administrator exception provision for the full commission agenda (5-0)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Committee met on December 6, 2021, and removed a resolution to purchase manual defibrillators from Zoll Medical Corporation from the agenda. The committee also received a quarterly update from the Fire Department for information only. No other action items were considered.

• Removed Item No. 1: Resolution approving lease-purchase of defibrillators from Zoll Medical Corporation (Tracking #211207)
• Item No. 2: Fire Department quarterly update presentation (Tracking #211209)

The committee met to receive a quarterly update from the Fire Chief regarding department incentives, recruitment, and a new training campus project. No formal legislative actions or votes were taken during the meeting, as the only scheduled resolution was removed from the agenda.

• Resolution for defibrillator purchase removed from agenda

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on issuing up to $48 million in industrial revenue bonds for a 228-unit apartment building at 3600 Rainbow Boulevard, and will vote on several rezoning requests and labor agreements. The meeting also includes a resolution extending the local COVID-19 health emergency through April 1, 2022, and a presentation on stormwater rate structures.

• Public hearing on $48M industrial revenue bonds for Hudson Apartments LLC at 3600 Rainbow Blvd
• Rezoning to RP-6 for 228-unit apartment building at 3600 Rainbow Blvd
• Rezoning for fuel station at 4732 State Avenue
• Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish Seventh Street Methodist Episcopal Church South for KCKCC downtown campus
• Resolution extending COVID-19 local health emergency through April 1, 2022

The Board determined there is no feasible alternative to demolishing the Seventh Street Methodist Episcopal Church South to build the KCKCC downtown campus. The Commission also approved several zoning changes and a $48M industrial revenue bond for a new apartment complex.

• Approved demolition of Seventh Street Methodist Episcopal Church South (8-1)
• Approved $48M industrial revenue bonds for Hudson Apartments at 3600 Rainbow Blvd (8-0)
• Approved SRF loan application up to $70.7M for stormwater program (7-2)
• Tabled decision on tiered stormwater utility fee until December 16 (7-2)
• Approved adding Juneteenth as a holiday and renaming Good Friday to Spring holiday (9-0)
• Approved 6 labor agreements for Plumbers, AFSCME, Painters, Laborers, Carpenters, and SEIU (9-0)
• Approved rezoning at 4732 State Avenue for fueling station rebuild (9-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for two horses at 1315 North 86th Street (9-0)

Full Commission

This is a special session of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, called solely for an executive session regarding litigation. The meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2021, at 5:15 PM in the 5th floor conference room at 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, KS. No other business is listed on the agenda, making it purely procedural and closed to the public.

• Executive session regarding litigation

The Unified Government Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness allowing demolition of the Seventh Street Methodist Episcopal Church South for the Kansas City Kansas Community College downtown campus, voting 8-1 with Commissioner Ramirez opposed. The Commission also approved a resolution extending the local COVID-19 health emergency through April 1, 2022, and approved multiple change-of-zone applications and ordinances. A proposed tiered stormwater utility fee was tabled until the next Commission meeting after a substitute motion passed 7-2.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness CA2021-019 for demolition of Seventh Street Methodist Episcopal Church South (8-1, Ramirez no)
• Approved Resolution R-86-21 extending COVID-19 local health emergency through April 1, 2022 (9-0)
• Approved Change of Zone COZ3241 for fuel island at 4732 State Avenue (9-0)
• Approved Change of Zone COZ2021-028 for single-family lot at 13310 Leavenworth Road (9-0)
• Approved Change of Zone COZ2021-033 for 228-unit apartment at 3600 Rainbow Boulevard (9-0)
• Approved Resolution R-91-21 of intent to issue up to $48M industrial revenue bonds for Hudson Apartments LLC (8-0, Markley recused)
• Tabled tiered stormwater utility fee until next Commission meeting (7-2, Markley and Philbrook no)
• Approved Resolution R-100-21 adding Juneteenth as a holiday and renaming Good Friday to Spring holiday (9-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved all action items, including a resolution to issue up to $48 million in industrial revenue bonds for Hudson Apartments, LLC at 3600 Rainbow Blvd., and fast-tracked it to the full commission meeting on December 2, 2021. Other approvals included a state revolving loan application, adoption of the Cash and Investment Policy, sale of 2022-A bonds and 2022-I temporary notes, and approval of Visit Kansas City, Kansas documents. Two budget reports were presented for information only. The meeting was held remotely and adjourned at 6:51 PM.

• Resolution of intent to issue up to $48,000,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Hudson Apartments, LLC at 3600 Rainbow Blvd.
• Resolution authorizing application for a Kansas Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund loan.
• Resolution adopting the Unified Government's Cash and Investment Policy with no changes.
• Resolution authorizing sale of 2022-A general obligation bonds and 2022-I temporary notes.
• Resolution approving 2022 Budget, Marketing Plan, and new Five-Year Agreement with Visit Kansas City, Kansas.

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved resolutions for a new five-year agreement with Visit Kansas City, Kansas, and the annual Cash and Investment Policy. The committee also voted to advance several items to the full commission, including industrial revenue bonds up to $48 million for Hudson Apartments, a stormwater loan application up to $70.7 million, and a 2022 bond and temporary note sale resolution.

• Approved and advanced resolution for $48M in industrial revenue bonds for Hudson Apartments at 3600 Rainbow Blvd. (6-0)
• Approved and advanced stormwater program loan application up to $70,740,790 to KDHE (6-0)
• Approved the annual Cash and Investment Policy resolution (6-0)
• Approved and advanced the 2022 sale resolution for municipal temporary notes and general obligation bonds totaling $163,679,000 (6-0)
• Approved resolution for 2022 budget, marketing plan, and new five-year agreement with Visit Kansas City, Kansas

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee voted 5-0 to approve amendments to the landmarks ordinance (Sections 27-80 through 27-169) and fast-track it to the December 2, 2021 full commission meeting. The committee also approved several Land Bank option applications for new single-family home construction and one yard extension, while holding or not moving forward on other items. A public appearance by Colleen Roberts to discuss the Piper Master Plan was rescheduled because she was not present.

• Approved landmarks ordinance amendments (Tracking #211167), fast-tracked to 12/2/21 full commission
• Approved Land Bank option for Mike Payne: 3306 N. 33rd St. (new home)
• Approved Land Bank options for Jonathan Wilde (2606 S. 8th St.), Steven Bashus (1600 S. 86th St.), Lorena Vega (8545 Kansas Ave.), and Dr. Barbara Ann Woods (2712 Garfield Ave., 1876 N. 28th St.)
• Held for one month: Estralita Justice's application for 3429, 3427, 3425 N. 31st St.
• No motion made on Camellia Newton Stanton (2725 Sewell Ave.) and Mercedes Rubio's food truck plaza (816 N. 9th St.)

The committee approved five Land Bank option applications for new single-family homes and one yard extension. Two applications were held over for further discussion, and one commercial food truck plaza application failed for lack of a motion. The committee also approved fast-tracking amendments to the Landmarks Ordinance to the full commission meeting.

• Approved fast-track of Landmarks Ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank home build at 3306 N. 33rd St. (5-0)
• Denied Land Bank home build at 2725 Sewell Ave. (no motion)
• Held Land Bank home build at 3425-3429 N. 31st St. for one month (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank home build at 2606 S. 8th St. (5-0)
• Held Land Bank home build at 1600 S. 86th St. for 30 days (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank home build at 8545 Kansas Ave. (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank home builds at 2712 Garfield Ave. and 1876 N. 28th St. (5-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual special session on November 18, 2021, at 5:00 PM. The sole purpose is to receive Commission Infrastructure Subcommittee reports. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Special session called for Commission Infrastructure Subcommittee reports
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar (ID: 899 7555 2242, Passcode: 703291)
• Public can observe via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at Municipal Office Building lobby

The Commission received reports from infrastructure subcommittees regarding streets, bridges, parks, and facilities. Members discussed two competing stormwater rate structures to secure WIFIA funding, but no formal action was taken.

• Directed staff to prepare a resolution for stormwater rate options for the December 2 meeting

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission will review monthly reports and the status of Ethics Code amendments. The meeting includes discussions regarding the commission website and potential reviews of Sections 266-267 of the Ethics Code.

• Review of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Review of UG Ethics Commission Website
• Discussion of potential review of Sec. 266-267
• Executive Session for personnel matters or legal opinions

The Unified Government Ethics Commission approved the minutes of its October 14, 2021 meeting and received the Administrator's monthly report covering October 1-31, 2021. The Commission voted unanimously to table consideration of UG Ethics Code sections Sec. 2-266 and Sec. 2-267 until its December meeting so commissioners could review the Wichita Ethics Code provided to them. No executive session was held, and the meeting adjourned at 5:28 p.m. The next meeting is December 9, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. in person.

• Approved October 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled review of UG Ethics Code Sec. 2-266 and Sec. 2-267 until December meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission will consider several items, including a new agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police, multiple industrial revenue bond issuances, and an extension of the local mask mandate. They will also hold a public hearing on the Neighborhood Stabilization Program closeout and consider land bank applications.

• Memorandum of Agreement with Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge No. 40 (2022-2024)
• Issue IRBs up to $3.2M and $6M for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies at 1700 Kansas Ave.
• Issue IRBs up to $29M and $22M for NP Turner Industrial Buildings 2 and 3 at 6825 Orville Ave.
• Amend Local Health Order 8/05/21 to extend mask mandate until Jan 6, 2022
• Public hearing on Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP1) closeout

The Unified Government Commission voted 6-3 to adopt Resolution R-84-21, amending Local Health Order 8/05/21 to extend the mask mandate until January 6, 2022, with exemptions for Bonner Springs, Edwardsville, and school districts. The Commission also approved several industrial revenue bond ordinances, a plat for Novak Addition, and a labor agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 40. A proposed 2022 holiday schedule was approved, but discussion on adding Juneteenth as a holiday was tabled for a future meeting on December 2. The meeting included a public hearing to close out the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, which was approved.

• Approved 2022 holiday schedule as proposed (8-0), with future discussion on adding Juneteenth
• Approved plat for Novak Addition at 9535 State Avenue (8-0)
• Approved plat for Homefield Camping World at 1201 N. 98th St. (8-0)
• Approved plat for Schlitterbahn Vacation Village Fifth Plat (8-0)
• Approved closeout of Neighborhood Stabilization Program and authorized Mayor to sign documents (8-0)
• Approved assignment and assumption of Village West Apartments IRB documents (8-0)
• Approved $3.2M IRBs for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies Series 2021A (8-0)
• Approved $6M IRBs for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies Series 2021B (8-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging is meeting virtually to conduct routine business: call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and council concerns. The agenda includes a director's report on activities in both counties and other business. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Director's report on Leavenworth and Wyandotte County aging programs
• Council concerns from Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for December 22, 2021
• Virtual meeting at 10:00 a.m.

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging met on November 17, 2021 with three members present. The council approved its minutes and agreed to defer the December meeting to January. No director's report was given for either Leavenworth or Wyandotte County, and the meeting adjourned at 10:36.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (moved by Susan McGinnis, seconded by Anita Krondak)
• Deferred December meeting to January
• Adjourned meeting at 10:36 (moved by Susan McGinnis, seconded by Anita Krondak)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved several items, including a resolution to assign the Unified Government's opioid litigation claims to the Kansas Attorney General, a partnership agreement for the Bank On program, and a request for a public hearing to close out the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. The committee also approved minutes from prior meetings and received a museum update for information only.

• Approved resolution to assign UG opioid claims to Kansas Attorney General (Item 4, vote 5-0)
• Approved partnership and grant agreement with Credit & Homeownership Empowerment Services for Bank On program (Item 1, vote 5-0)
• Approved request for public hearing on Nov 18, 2021 for NSP1 closeout, fast-tracked to full commission (Item 2, vote 5-0)
• Approved standing committee minutes from July 26 and September 27, 2021 (vote 5-0)
• Received museum update as information only (Item 3)

The Administration & Human Services Standing Committee approved a resolution authorizing the Administrator and Chief Counsel to sign documents releasing the Unified Government's opioid litigation claims and joining the Municipalities Fight Addiction fund, with a January 1, 2022 deadline under House Bill 2079. It also approved a one-year Bank On partnership with CHES, Inc. funded by two $20,000 ARPA payments, and fast-tracked a public hearing to close out the 2009 Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP1). A museum update was presented for information only. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved resolution authorizing release and assignment of UG opioid litigation claims to the Kansas Attorney General (5-0)
• Approved Bank On partnership and grant agreement with CHES, Inc., two $20,000 ARPA payments for a half-time position (5-0)
• Approved fast-tracking NSP1 closeout public hearing to November 18, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the July 26 and September 27 meetings (5-0)
• Museum update received for information only

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved two resolutions: one authorizing a cooperative agreement for emergency communications services among Bonner Springs, Edwardsville, and the Unified Government, and another declaring the Armourdale Industrial District Pump Station project necessary and authorizing a land survey. The committee also received informational presentations on open burning code options, 2022 CMIP projects, and a mowing update.

• Approved resolution authorizing cooperative agreement for emergency communications services (Tracking #211160)
• Approved resolution for Armourdale Industrial District Pump Station project and land survey (Tracking #211162)
• Presentation on potential Municipal Code changes for open burning after large storms (Tracking #211065)
• Presentation on 2022 CMIP projects and selection criteria (Tracking #211164)
• Presentation on Parks & Recreation mowing services update (Tracking #211165)

The committee approved a cooperative agreement for emergency communications services and a resolution to survey land for the Armourdale Industrial District Pump Station. Several presentations were provided regarding open burning codes, capital improvement projects, and mowing services.

• Approved Cooperative Agreement for emergency communications services (6-0)
• Approved resolution declaring Armourdale Industrial District Pump Station project necessary and authorizing land survey (6-0)
• Approved minutes from September 27 (6-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Board of Park Commissioners is holding its regular meeting, primarily to hear presentations on Kaw Point Park and the KC Monarchs, and to discuss December officer elections. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and staff updates on parks projects and funding.

• Presentation on Kaw Point Park by Laura Calwell
• Presentation on the KC Monarchs by Jay Hinrichs
• Discussion of December officer elections and current positions
• Staff updates: mowing, CDBG project at Clifton Park, Klamm Park walking trail, holiday lights
• Staff updates: ARPA immediate needs funds, aquatics, technology projects

The Unified Government WyCo/KCK Board of Park Commissioners met by Zoom on Nov. 10, 2021. It adopted the agenda and approved the minutes of the Aug. 11, 2021 regular meeting, both by 8-0 votes. No old business was reported. New business was a presentation on Kaw Point Park by Laura Calwell and a discussion of December officer elections; staff gave updates on mowing, CDBG work at Clifton Park, the Klamm Park walking trail, a holiday light show, APRA funds, technology projects and open positions. The meeting adjourned at 6:48 p.m.

• Adopted the Nov. 10, 2021 agenda (Ayes 8, Nays 0)
• Approved minutes of the Aug. 11, 2021 regular meeting (Ayes 8, Nays 0)
• No quorum for the Sept. 8 or Oct. 13, 2021 meetings, so no minutes from those dates were approved
• Heard a presentation on Kaw Point Park by Laura Calwell, who requested help from the board with future projects
• Discussed December officer elections; current officers are Billy Brame (1st Vice Chairman), Jeff Sachen (2nd Vice Chairman) and Bridget Holton-Deere (Secretary)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:48 p.m. (Ayes 8, Nays 0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Law Enforcement Advisory Board met on November 10, 2021 at 4:00pm at KCKPD HQ in a hybrid format with in-person and Zoom attendance. The minutes provided consist of an attendance roster and meeting logistics only. No motions, votes, approvals, denials, or other substantive decisions are recorded in the supplied document.

Committee/Task Force

The board approved the minutes from the September meeting. Staff reported that 2021 total rounds are up 8% and revenue is $153,000 over 2020. Green fee and season pass rates will increase for 2022 to align with competitors.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee is meeting to receive two informational reports: the Third Quarter 2021 Cash Investment Report and a presentation on the Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule for 2022. No votes or decisions are scheduled; both items are for information only.

• Third Quarter 2021 Cash Investment Report by Interim Director of Revenue Andrea Parra
• Proposed Comprehensive Fee Schedule for 2022 presented by CFO Kathleen VonAchen
• Approval of September 13, 2021 committee minutes

The committee approved the minutes from September 13, 2021. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational presentations regarding the Third Quarter 2021 Cash Investment Report and a proposed comprehensive fee schedule for 2022.

• Approved Standing Committee Minutes from September 13, 2021 (5-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee will consider land bank option applications for new single-family home construction and property transfers. The agenda includes 8 proposed new homes by various applicants and transfers for an eco park and a yard extension. No other substantive items are listed.

• Land bank option applications for 8 new single-family homes, including 2 by Dr. Barbara Ann Woods at 2712 Garfield Ave. and 1876 N. 28th St.
• Land bank option applications for 2 homes by Alonzo Burton at 2610 and 2702 N. Hallock St., and 1 home at 720 Stewart Ave.
• Land bank option application for 1 home by Kallie McLaughlin at 3015 N. Baltimore St. and 3020 N. Baltimore St.
• Land bank option application for 1 home by Vincent Galicia at 2806 Merriam Ln., and 1 home by Janet Smith at 3116 S. 36th St.
• Land bank property transfers: Loreana Prince for eco park at 352-358 S. Valley St., and Jaime Ruiz for yard extension at 819 S. Valley St.

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved minutes, advanced several single-family home option applications with conditions, and tabled other projects for further community discussion. The committee also denied a request to transfer three Land Bank lots for a private eco-park and approved a yard extension on S. Valley Street.

• Approved September 13, 2021 standing committee minutes (5-0)
• Tabled Land Bank option application 1A1 by Dr. Barbara Woods for one month for more information (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option application 1A2 for two homes by Alonzo Burton at 2610 and 2702 N. Hallock St. (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option application 1A3 for one home by Alonzo Burton at 720 Stewart Ave. (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option application 1A4 by Kallie McLaughlin at 3015 and 3020 N. Baltimore St. (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option application 1A5 by Vincent Galicia at 2806 Merriam Lane, stipulating no shipping containers are used (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option application 1A6 by Janet Smith at 3116 and 3124 S. 36th St. (5-0)
• Tabled Land Bank option application 1A7 by The Village Initiative until the January 3, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission meeting on November 4, 2021, was largely procedural, with all action items on the consent agenda approved unanimously (9-0). Key approvals include an ordinance amending the responsible bidder definition, a grant application for a public safety training facility, creation of a grant-funded program coordinator position in the Police Department, an overview of levee trail betterments, acceptance of federal funds for homelessness assistance, and a budget revision for Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation. The meeting adjourned at 7:03 PM.

• Ordinance O-144-21 amends 'Responsible Bidder' definition to require OSHA-10 certification and drug/alcohol prevention for certain construction contracts
• Approved application for EDA grant for public safety training facility
• Created grant-funded Program Coordinator position in Police Department Victim Services Unit
• Overview of levee trail system betterments including trail head parks near Rock Island Bridge
• Resolution R-82-21 accepts federal HOME-ARP funds for homelessness assistance and supportive services

The Unified Government Commission met on November 4, 2021, with ten members present and Commissioner Townsend absent. All agenda items were grouped on the consent agenda and approved by a single 9-0 roll-call vote (Kane, Markley, Walters, Philbrook, Bynum, Burroughs, McKiernan, Ramirez, Johnson). Approved items included an ordinance amending the definition of "Responsible Bidder," a request to apply for an EDA grant for a public safety training facility, a grant-funded Program Coordinator position in the KCKPD Victim Services Unit, levee trail betterments, a HOME-ARP grant agreement resolution, the Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation budget revision, and weekly business material. The Commission then voted 10-0 to enter executive session on pending claims and litigation and adjourned the regular meeting at 7:03 p.m.

• Approved Ordinance No. O-144-21 amending the "Responsible Bidder" definition (9-0)
• Approved applying for an EDA grant for a public safety training facility (9-0)
• Approved creating a grant-funded Program Coordinator position in KCKPD Victim Services (9-0)
• Approved levee trail betterments overview and funding approach (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-82-21 accepting federal HOME-ARP funds and authorizing agreements with HUD (9-0)
• Approved Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation budget revision (9-0)
• Received and filed weekly business material for October 28, 2021 (9-0)
• Approved entering executive session on pending claims and litigation until 7:13 p.m. (10-0)

General

This is a notice for a special executive session of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, held on November 4, 2021, at 5:30 PM. The purpose is the County Administrator's quarterly review, conducted in a closed session. The agenda is procedural and contains no public decisions or discussions.

• Special session called for executive session on County Administrator's quarterly review

The Unified Government Commission met in a special session to conduct two closed-door executive sessions. The commission discussed the County Administrator’s quarterly review and consulted with attorneys regarding pending claims and litigation.

• Approved executive session for County Administrator review (8-0)
• Approved executive session for pending claims and litigation (9-0)

Committee/Task Force

This meeting of the Wyandotte County Committee/Task Force was cancelled because no quorum was present. No business was conducted or discussed.

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners and Planning & Zoning Commission met to discuss land use and economic development. Key actions included approving a Community Improvement District for a new hotel and various residential and industrial rezoning requests.

• Approved a Community Improvement District for Legend Hotel, LLC to reimburse up to $1,528,714 in construction costs
• Approved the Armourdale Area Master Plan
• Approved rezoning for 2948 South 65th Street from R-1 to A-G Agriculture
• Approved rezoning for 626 North 47th Street from M-1 to MP-2 Planned General Industrial
• Adopted a resolution to waive certain fees for infill housing east of 78th Street for two years

The Board approved several change of zone applications for agricultural, industrial, and residential uses. It also granted special use permits for a skate park and dog daycare, while denying a permit for auto repair. A request to keep horses on residential property was set aside for two months for further evaluation.

• Approved rezoning 2948 South 65th Street to Agriculture District (10-0)
• Approved rezoning and Master Plan amendment for 626 North 47th Street to Planned General Industrial (10-0)
• Approved rezoning and Master Plan amendment for 2332 South 14th Street to Planned Non-Retail Business (10-0)
• Approved rezoning 218 North 12th Street to Two Family District (10-0)
• Denied Special Use Permit for auto repair at 7521 Nebraska Avenue (10-0)
• Set aside Special Use Permit for horses at Bell Crossing/North 37th St/Sortor Drive for two months (10-0)
• Approved 2-year Special Use Permit for skate park at 230 South 65th Street (10-0)
• Approved 10-year Special Use Permit for dog daycare at 221 South 22nd Street (10-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special virtual session on October 28, 2021, at 5:00 PM for an ARPA discussion and update. The agenda contains no other items; it is solely focused on this topic. Public observation is available via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or the Municipal Office Building lobby.

• Special session called for ARPA discussion and update
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with public access options
• Held on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at 5:00 PM

The Unified Government Commission met in a special session on October 28, 2021 for an American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) discussion and update. Staff reported roughly $31M in Local Recovery Funds remains unallocated ($21M city, $10M county) out of about $87M total, with about $42M already applied to revenue replacement and about $14M approved in August for immediate needs. Commissioners reviewed draft values, vision, goals and strategies and gave feedback, but the minutes record no votes or formal approvals. Mayor Alvey announced a committee to lead the effort: Commissioner Markley, Commissioner McKiernan, Commissioner Townsend and himself, with one seat open.

• No formal votes or spending approvals recorded; meeting was an ARPA discussion and update
• Staff reported ~$31M in Local Recovery Funds unallocated ($21M city, $10M county)
• Staff reported ~$42M of ARPA funds applied to revenue replacement and ~$14M approved in August for immediate needs
• Mayor Alvey named an ARPA oversight committee: Markley, McKiernan, Townsend and himself, with one seat open
• Commissioners gave feedback on draft goal statements; housing goals to be consolidated per Markley and Ramirez
• Mayor Alvey said the next Special Session will present an outline of how to proceed
• Meeting adjourned at 5:53 p.m.

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will meet virtually to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes, council concerns, and a director's report. The report will cover recent funding changes, including a reduction in Senior Care Act funding, and updates on senior programs like congregate meal sites and the Battling Isolation Program.

• Senior Care Act allocation reduced by approximately $18,000
• Congregate meal sites reopen in Wyandotte County except Strangers Rest Baptist Church
• New congregate meal site at Victory Hills Baptist Church with free group exercise
• Tele Access for Seniors position still open with one applicant
• Battling Isolation Program funding available for seniors 60+ in Wyandotte County

The council approved the September meeting minutes. Members voted to move the November meeting from November 24 to November 17, 2021. The meeting included reports on senior meal programs and funding requests for equipment and vehicles.

• Approved September meeting minutes
• Voted to move November meeting from Nov 24 to Nov 17

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and likely vote on postponing the scheduled October 28, 2021 and January 13, 2022 tax sales, rescheduling them for April 28, 2022. The agenda includes a resolution for this postponement submitted by County Administrator Doug Bach.

• Resolution to postpone October 28, 2021 and January 13, 2022 tax sales to April 28, 2022

The Unified Government Commission held a special meeting on the tax sale process and voted 9-0 to adopt Resolution R-75-21, postponing the October 2021 and January 2022 tax sales to April 28, 2022. Staff said the postponement gives delinquent property owners more time to pay or arrange payment plans, and that penalties and interest continue to accrue. No taxes were forgiven or waived.

• Adopted Resolution R-75-21 postponing the October 2021 and January 2022 tax sales to April 28, 2022 (9-0)
• October 28, 2021 tax sale moved to April 28, 2022
• January 13, 2022 tax sale moved to April 28, 2022

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on October 25, 2021, and took action on several items. They approved a resolution to accept federal HOME-ARP funds for homelessness assistance and supportive services, and approved a budget revision for the Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation. They also approved a resolution changing meeting times for two standing committees, and received informational updates on the District Court and ESG-CV fund reallocation.

• Approved resolution to accept HOME-ARP federal funds and enter agreement with HUD for homelessness assistance
• Approved Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation budget revision
• Approved resolution switching meeting times for Neighborhood/Community Development and Economic Development/Finance committees
• Received update on District Court (for information only)
• Discussed reallocating ESG-CV funds for temporary shelters (for information only)

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved a grant agreement with HUD for $3,197,000 in HOME-ARP funds for homelessness assistance and supportive services. The committee also approved a budget revision for Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation, increasing the Willa Gill Center contract by $44,285.70 for 2021 and to $316,000 for 2022. A resolution to swap meeting times for two standing committees was approved. The committee received an information-only update on District Court operations and an information-only request to reallocate $293,000 in returned ESG-CV funds for a temporary cold-weather shelter.

• Approved HOME-ARP grant agreement with HUD for $3,197,000 (4-0)
• Approved Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation budget revision: $44,285.70 increase for 2021, $316,000 for 2022 (4-0)
• Approved resolution swapping meeting times of Economic Development/Finance and Neighborhood/Community Development committees (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 23 meeting (4-0)
• Received District Court update (information only)
• Received ESG-CV reallocation request for $293,000 for temporary shelter (information only)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved several items, including an ordinance amendment defining 'Responsible Bidder' to require OSHA-10 certification and drug/alcohol prevention programs for certain construction contracts. They also approved applications for an EDA grant for a public safety training facility, creation of a grant-funded Program Coordinator position in the Police Department Victim Services Unit, and an overview of levee trail betterments including trail head parks near the Rock Island Bridge. A quarterly report from Public Works was presented for information only.

• Ordinance amending 'Responsible Bidder' definition (Tracking #211091)
• EDA grant application for public safety training facility (Tracking #211094)
• Grant-funded Program Coordinator position in Police Victim Services (Tracking #211086)
• Levee trail betterments with trail head parks at Rock Island Bridge (Tracking #211093)
• Public Works quarterly report on Central Ave. Bridge, debris pick-up, winter operations

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved meeting minutes, a responsible bidder ordinance amendment requiring safety training and drug-abuse prevention for certain construction contracts, and an application for an EDA grant for a public safety training facility. The committee also approved creating a grant-funded Program Coordinator position for the Police Department Victim Services Unit, authorized the use of levee project funds for trail connectors and park grading near the Rock Island Bridge, and received a quarterly report from Public Works.

• Approved meeting minutes from July 26 and August 23 (6-0)
• Approved Responsible Bidder Ordinance amendment for vertical construction contracts over $325,000 (6-0)
• Approved application for EDA Build Back Better Regional Challenge grant for public safety training facility (6-0)
• Approved creation of grant-funded Program Coordinator position in Police Department Victim Services Unit (6-0)
• Approved levee betterment funds for Rock Island Bridge trail connectors and east-side public park grading (6-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission will meet remotely to consider several items, including a letter supporting redistricting that keeps Wyandotte and Johnson counties together, an agreement for a school resource officer at Bishop Ward High School, a sewer separation project, and land bank applications for new homes on Freeman Ave. The agenda also includes a revision to remove a land bank item from the Land Bank Board's agenda.

• Redistricting letter of support and testimony urging Kansas Legislature to keep Wyandotte and Johnson counties together in the 3rd Congressional District
• Resolution approving agreement with Bishop Ward High School for KCK Police to provide a School Resource Officer
• Resolution declaring CSO 19 Sewer Separation (Phase 1) a valid improvement project and authorizing a land survey
• Land Bank option application by Circuit Avenue Partners LLC for 7 homes on Freeman Ave. (837-851 Freeman Ave.)
• Agenda revision to delete Land Bank item 211082 from the Land Bank Board's agenda

The Unified Government Commission voted to submit a letter of testimony urging the Kansas Legislature to keep Wyandotte and Johnson counties together in the 3rd Congressional District. They also approved a resolution for a police School Resource Officer at Bishop Ward High School and authorized a land survey for the CSO 19 Sewer Separation project. A Land Bank option application for Circuit Avenue Partners LLC was removed from the agenda prior to the meeting.

• Approved submitting redistricting testimony and letter of support to keep Wyandotte and Johnson counties together (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda containing multiple items (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-73-21 for a School Resource Officer agreement with Bishop Ward High School (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-74-21 authorizing a land survey for the CSO 19 Sewer Separation Phase 1 project (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 12, 2021, and September 30, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved weekly business materials dated September 30 and October 7, 2021 (7-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on October 14, 2021, at 5:00 PM for an executive session. The agenda includes the County Administrator's quarterly review and labor negotiations, but the quarterly review will not be conducted because four commissioners are absent. The meeting is closed to the public.

• Executive session for County Administrator's quarterly review (cancelled due to four absent commissioners)
• Executive session for labor negotiations

The Unified Government Commission of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas held a special session on October 14, 2021 with seven members present and four absent. The only actions were motions to enter two executive sessions: one on labor negotiations (5:05-6:25 p.m.) and one on pending claims and litigation (6:25-6:50 p.m.), each approved 6-0 by roll call. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m. A quarterly review of the County Administrator was noted as not occurring because four commissioners were absent.

• Approved motion to enter executive session on labor negotiations until no later than 6:25 p.m. (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session on pending claims and litigation until no later than 6:50 p.m. (6-0)
• No quarterly review of the County Administrator held due to four commissioners absent

Committee/Task Force

The Commission will review the Administrator's monthly reports and discuss potential amendments to the Unified Government Ethics Code. Members will also discuss the schedule for ethics training and procedures for obtaining entrance badges.

• Review of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of ethics training sessions and schedule
• Review of UG Ethics Commission Website
• Discussion of procedure for obtaining entrance badges
• Executive Session for personnel matters or legal opinions

The Wyandotte County Ethics Commission convened to review administrative reports, discuss ethics training updates, and approve the minutes from their August 12, 2021 meeting. Commissioners also discussed ongoing updates to the ethics code and website. No executive session was held.

• Approved August 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Committee/Task Force

The meeting was conducted as a hybrid session with face-to-face and Zoom attendance. The minutes consist of the attendance record and a note that the meeting was recorded.

Committee/Task Force

The Board of Park Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a preliminary agenda that includes adopting the agenda and approving minutes from previous meetings. There is no old or new business to report, and the meeting will primarily consist of staff updates on park maintenance, projects, and events.

• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2021, and review of September 8 meeting notes (no quorum)
• Staff updates on mowing, CDBG project at Clifton Park, Klamm Park walking trail, and spray park
• Discussion of KDHE grant opportunities, holiday events, COVID update, and recreation

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed and voted on multiple Land Bank option applications for new construction and property transfers. Most applications were approved, while some garage requests were not advanced or failed to pass. The committee also approved minutes from a prior meeting.

• Approved 15 single-family home construction applications, including 4 homes by Meredith Vertreese on Garfield Ave. and 2 by Circuit Avenue Partners on Freeman Ave.
• Advanced Circuit Avenue Partners' 2-home application to the 10/28/21 Commission meeting under non-consent agenda.
• Approved two duplexes by Bright Solutions on S. Mill St. and Pennsylvania Ave.
• Approved one garage for Maria Barrios on Reynolds Ave.; failed motion for Jesus Leyva's garage on Cleveland Ave.; no motion for two other garage requests.
• Approved one commercial construction application for Bessie M. Robinson on N. 17th St. and property transfers to The Homes, Inc. and two yard extensions.

The committee approved Land Bank option applications for single-family homes, duplexes, garages, a commercial lot and a property transfer, sending them to the full commission. One group of seven lots on Freeman Avenue was pulled out and moved to the October 28 commission agenda for more discussion after a neighborhood group said it had too little notice. Two garage requests on Franklin and Waverly failed when no member made a motion, and a Cleveland Avenue garage failed on a 3-2 vote because it needed four votes to advance.

• Approved Land Bank options A1, A2, A3, A4, A6 and A7 for single-family home construction (5-0)
• Moved item A5, seven lots on Freeman Avenue, to the October 28 full commission agenda, not the consent agenda, for fuller discussion (5-0)
• Approved multi-family options B1 and B2, two Bright Solutions duplexes (5-0)
• Item C1, garage at 327 Franklin Ave., did not advance for lack of a motion
• Approved C2, garage at 845 Reynolds Ave. (5-0)
• C3, garage at 919 Cleveland Ave., failed 3-2 (needed four votes to advance)
• Item C4, garage/accessory dwelling at 1210 and 1214 Waverly Ave., did not advance for lack of a motion
• Approved D1, 2536 N. 17th St., as residential construction with a future special use permit needed for a daycare (5-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved a Community Improvement District (CID) for a new Fairfield Inn near N. 98th St. and Parallel Parkway, adding a 1.5% sales tax to reimburse up to $1,528,714 in construction costs. It also approved waiving certain fees for new homes and duplexes east of 78th Street for two years. Two budget reports were presented for information only. The meeting was held via Zoom.

• Approved CID and development agreement for Legend Hotel, LLC (Fairfield Inn) with 1.5% sales tax and up to $1,528,714 reimbursement
• Approved resolution to waive fees for infill housing east of 78th Street for two years
• Received second quarter budget revision report (information only)
• Received second quarter budget to actuals report (information only)

The committee approved a Community Improvement District (CID) for a new Fairfield Inn and a resolution to waive certain construction fees for residential infill housing east of 78th Street. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from August 9, 2021.

• Approved CID and Development Agreement for Legend Hotel, LLC (5-1)
• Approved waiving of certain fees for infill housing east of 78th Street (6-0)
• Approved August 9, 2021, standing committee minutes (6-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Community Corrections Advisory Board is meeting to review and discuss the FY21 quarterly budget correction and year-end outcome report, along with routine items like meeting minutes and future meeting logistics. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Correction to FY21 Quarterly Budget (4th QTR)
• FY21 Year End Outcome Report
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 11, 2021
• Future meeting set for January 26, 2022, via Zoom

The board approved a budget correction for the fourth quarter of FY21 and adopted the FY21 Year End Outcome Report. The report detailed challenges with staffing vacancies, data migration issues in the Athena system, and the impact of Covid-19 on cognitive programs.

• Approved August 11, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved FY21 4th Quarter Budget correction moving $24,965.95 to Benefits and Housing assistance (6-0)
• Adopted FY2021 Year End Outcome Report (6-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues will meet to discuss various community initiatives. The agenda includes updates on the Health and Equity Taskforce and discussions regarding police, systemic racism, and housing.

• Health and Equity Taskforce updates
• Police/Law Enforcement discussion
• Systemic Racism discussion
• Housing and Landlord/Tenant discussion
• Community goal and initiatives alignment presentations

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues accepted its September 2021 minutes and adjourned. Five open seats on the commission were noted, and members were encouraged to suggest candidates. A discussion on goal/initiative alignment was postponed until after the election because a quorum was lost. The chair asked members to review a housing ordinance before the November 1 meeting, which will focus on that topic.

• Accepted September 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Ollie Carroll, seconded by Marge Gasnick; passed)
• Postponed goal/initiatives alignment presentations until after the election due to loss of quorum
• Adjourned at 6:05 p.m. (motion by Marge Gasnick, seconded by Julie Xiong; passed)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners and Planning & Zoning Commission met to approve multiple land use applications, including rezoning, special use permits, and master plan amendments. The Board also approved a staff mitigation plan related to COVID-19 and ARPA fund allocations.

• Change of zone for Providence Medical Center at 8741 Parallel Parkway
• Special use permit for a drinking establishment at 508 Kansas Avenue
• Approval of COVID-19 mitigation plan and ARPA allocation for staff
• Land Bank option applications for several single-family and multi-family constructions
• Amendment to the Village West Apartments III development agreement

The Unified Government Commission approved a COVID-19 mitigation plan providing a $400 incentive for fully vaccinated employees and a $100 incentive for boosters, funded by ARPA allocations, while rejecting staff testing requirements. The commission also approved several major development agreements, including amendments for the Legends West Lawn and the Kaw River Bridge, and reviewed the draft Armourdale Area Master Plan. Additionally, multiple zoning changes, special use permits, and ordinance amendments were approved.

• Approved COVID-19 mitigation plan with $400 vaccination and $100 booster incentives (8-1)
• Adopted Third Amendment to Legends West Lawn Development Agreement (9-0)
• Approved Change of Zone COZ2021-018 and Master Plan Amendment MPL2021-006 for asphalt plant at 1625 South 86th Street with 7 AM to 5 PM hours limit (9-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit SP2021-062 for live entertainment at 403 Club (614 Reynolds Ave), removing stipulations 2, 11, 12, and 14 (8-0)
• Adopted First Amendment to Village West Apartments III Development Agreement (9-0)
• Adopted First Amendment to Kaw River Bridge Cooperative and Development Agreement (9-0)
• Approved floodplain district ordinance amendment for retroactive permits (9-0)
• Approved Land Bank option applications and property transfers (9-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, has called a special session to conduct a workshop regarding ARPA. This session is scheduled to be conducted virtually.

• ARPA workshop discussion

The Unified Government held a workshop to discuss the vision and goals for allocating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on identifying priorities such as infrastructure, housing, and public health to guide future spending strategies.

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee met and approved two resolutions: one for a School Resource Officer agreement with Bishop Ward High School and one declaring the CSO 19 Sewer Separation project necessary. They also received an informational update on the CORDICO wellness app. The meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved resolution for KCK Police to provide SRO at Bishop Ward High School (6-0)
• Approved resolution declaring CSO 19 Sewer Separation (Phase 1) a valid improvement project (6-0)
• Received update on CORDICO wellness application (information only)

The committee approved a resolution for a School Resource Officer agreement with Bishop Ward High School and authorized a land survey for the CSO 19 Sewer Separation project. Additionally, the committee received an informational update regarding the implementation of the Cordico wellness application for public safety personnel.

• Approved SRO agreement with Bishop Ward High School (6-0)
• Approved resolution for CSO 19 Sewer Separation land survey (6-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met and approved a resolution for the Unified Government Mitigation Plan for staff related to COVID-19 and the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The item was fast-tracked to the September 30, 2021 full commission meeting for further discussion. The committee also approved a third amendment to the Legends West Lawn development agreement and the minutes from May 24, 2021.

• Resolution approving Unified Government Mitigation Plan for staff related to COVID-19 and ARPA fund allocation (Tracking #211031), fast-tracked to 9/30/21 full commission, vote 4-1 (Kane no)
• Resolution for Third Amendment to Development Agreement for Legends West Lawn (Item 211071), fast-tracked to 9/30/21 full commission, vote 5-0
• Approval of standing committee minutes from May 24, 2021, vote 5-0

The committee voted to fast-track a proposed COVID-19 mitigation plan, which includes employee vaccination incentives and potential mandatory testing, to the full commission. Additionally, the committee approved a third amendment to the Legends West Lawn development agreement, extending the deadline for site improvements to November 30, 2022, and establishing a $500,000 liquidated damages penalty if requirements are not met.

• Approved May 24, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Fast-tracked COVID-19 mitigation plan to full commission (4-1)
• Approved Legends West Lawn development agreement amendment (5-0)
• Fast-tracked development agreement amendment to full commission (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will hold its September 22, 2021 meeting virtually. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, council concerns, director's reports for both counties, and other business. This is a routine monthly meeting with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Virtual meeting on September 22, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Council concerns for Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties
• Director's reports for both counties
• Next meeting scheduled for October 27, 2021

The supplied minutes record informational updates, reports, and discussions regarding senior services, funding changes, and upcoming programs. No formal votes, approvals, or substantive decisions were recorded in the meeting minutes.

• No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Library Board met to review library reports and approve past meeting minutes. No new business was conducted during the session.

• Approved May 18, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met to vote on development agreement amendments and review retiree healthcare liabilities. The committee approved modifications to the Village West Apartments III and Kaw River Bridge agreements. A review of the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust was provided for information only.

• First Amendment to Village West Apartments III Development Agreement (modifying completion dates and PILOT schedule)
• First Amendment to Kaw River Bridge Cooperative and Development Agreement (modifying pre-development funding conditions)
• Review of Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust regarding retiree healthcare benefits liability

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved two resolutions: a first amendment to the Village West Apartments III development agreement extending completion dates and raising the PILOT schedule, and a first amendment to the Kaw River Bridge cooperative and development agreement revising conditions for predevelopment funding. Both passed 6-0. The committee also received a presentation on the Unified Government's Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) liability; no action was taken, and staff said they will return with recommendations by March 2022.

• Approved first amendment to Village West Apartments III development agreement, extending public infrastructure completion to July 1, 2023 and entire project to August 1, 2024, and increasing PILOT schedule by about $330,000 (6-0)
• Approved first amendment to Kaw River Bridge cooperative and development agreement, revising conditions for $75,000 predevelopment funding to require commission approval of TIF district and project plan and proof of 1:1 match (6-0)
• Approved June 7, 2021 standing committee minutes (6-0)
• OPEB trust presentation received for information only; no action taken

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met virtually and approved multiple land bank option applications, property transfers, and yard extensions. The committee also received informational presentations on the Armourdale Area Master Plan and the County-Wide Mobility Plan and TOD Strategy. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved land bank option applications for new single-family homes, including 607 and 611 Douglas Ave. (Ryan Barr), 2735 Roswell (Habitat for Humanity), 2608/2604 Hallock St. and 2526/2529 N. 6th St. (Derek Covington), and 1735 S. 22nd St. (Christ Solutions)
• Approved a multi-family land bank application for 922 N. 47th Ter. (Bryan and Michelle Williams, 10-15 units)
• Denied a garage construction application for 709 Garfield Ave. (Elvis Rodriguez); sent another (1210/1214 Waverly Ave., Robert Moreno) back to staff
• Approved commercial land bank applications, including 2080/2074 Darby Ave. (City Oil Co Inc), 3119 Strong Ave. and 1419 S. 32nd St. (Argentine Neighborhood Development Association), and 1001-1007 Minnesota Ave. (Centro De Avivamiento Casa De Dios)
• Approved property transfers to CHWC (10 properties on Everett and Oakland Aves.), USD 500 (823 New Jersey Ave., 820 Freeman Ave.), and Unified Government (2450/2441 S. 14th St.)

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee heard informational presentations on the Armourdale Area Master Plan and the county-wide mobility plan (goDotte). The committee approved several Land Bank option applications for new construction and property transfers, referred one garage application back to the advisory committee, and denied another garage request.

• Approved 611 Douglas Ave. for single-family home construction (5-2)
• Approved 2735 Roswell Ave. for single-family home construction (5-2)
• Approved four single-family homes on Hallock and N. 6th St. (5-2)
• Approved single-family home at 1735 S. 22nd St. (5-2)
• Approved cottage-style rentals at 922 N. 47th Ter. (5-2)
• Referred 1210 and 1214 Waverly Ave. garage application back to staff (5-2)
• Denied garage application at 709 Garfield Ave. (5-2)
• Approved property transfers for CHWC, USD 500, and Unified Government (5-2)

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes updates on health and equity initiatives, discussions on police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues, as well as presentations from community groups. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Revision of July 2021 meeting minutes
• Health and Equity Taskforce updates
• Police/law enforcement discussion
• Systemic racism discussion
• Housing and landlord/tenant discussion

The Commission approved the minutes from the August 2021 meeting. Members discussed ongoing initiatives, including the KCK mask mandate and upcoming work regarding systemic racism and housing grants.

• Approved August 2021 meeting minutes
• Adjourned meeting at 5:55 p.m.

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission will consider extending the local health emergency for COVID-19 through December 16, 2021, and amending Local Health Order 8/05/21 to extend the mask mandate until November 18, 2021. They will also hold a public hearing on creating the Legends Hotel CID, and vote on a large budget package including 2022 budgets, fees, and debt financing for public improvements.

• Resolution extending COVID-19 local health emergency through Dec 16, 2021
• Resolution extending mask mandate until Nov 18, 2021
• Public hearing on creating the Legends Hotel CID
• Budget items: 2022 library and SSMID budgets, sewer and solid waste fees, KCBPU PILOT, 2021 amended and 2022 budgets, CMIP debt financing
• School Resource Officer agreements with Turner and Piper school districts

The Unified Government Commission approved the 2022 annual budget and capital improvement program after rejecting a proposed one-mill property tax reduction. Commissioners also extended the local health emergency and mask mandate through November 18, 2021. Additionally, the board authorized staff to negotiate a development agreement for a proposed hotel project at The Legends.

• Extended local health emergency through Dec 16, 2021 (10-0)
• Extended mask mandate through Nov 18, 2021 (10-0)
• Approved 2022 budget and capital program (7-3)
• Rejected one-mill property tax reduction (3-7)
• Approved 5% sewer service fee increase (9-1)
• Approved $6/month residential stormwater fee (7-3)
• Authorized negotiation of Legends Hotel development agreement (10-0)
• Approved Colonial Club special event alcohol permit (10-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, has called a special session to provide a COVID-19 update. The meeting is scheduled to be conducted virtually.

• Special Session: COVID-19 Update

The Unified Government Commission held a special session to receive a COVID-19 update from health officials, covering case averages, vaccination rates, and hospital capacity. Health officials recommended extending the current county mask mandate for an additional eight weeks, through November 11. No formal votes or final decisions were made during this special session.

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review the August minutes, discuss old business including monthly reports, ethics code revisions, training sessions, and the commission website, and consider new business such as a potential review of the ethics code and procedures for entrance badges. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review and approve minutes of August 12, 2021 meeting
• Status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of potential review of UG Ethics Code (Sec. 264-265)
• Discussion of procedure for obtaining entrance badges
• Executive session for personnel matters or legal opinions

The Unified Government Ethics Commission approved the minutes of its August 12, 2021 meeting unanimously. The commission reviewed the administrator's monthly report covering ethics training, nine new complaints, and advisory opinions, and agreed without a vote to continue its review of the UG Ethics Code at a future meeting. No executive session was held, and the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved August 12, 2021 minutes with corrections noted (unanimous)
• Agreed without a vote to hold over UG Ethics Code review to the next meeting
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Committee/Task Force

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet via Zoom to review previous minutes and hear staff updates. Staff presentations will cover various park projects and administrative updates.

• CDBG Project at Clifton Park update
• Klamm Park Walking Trail update
• Spray Park update
• Holiday Events and COVID updates

The meeting was called to order, but it was determined that a quorum was not present. No formal votes or official decisions were made; the session consisted of staff updates on park maintenance and recreation programs.

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board met on September 8, 2021, and received updates on police and sheriff staffing, the PAL youth driving program, a community ID program, and a shooting investigation. New member Kendall McReynolds was introduced. No motions, votes, or formal decisions are recorded in the minutes; the meeting adjourned at 4:55pm.

Full Commission

The Unified Government Commission is considering an ordinance and resolution to approve exceeding the revenue neutral rate for the 2021 budget, which is required before adopting a budget with a property tax rate above that rate. The proposed mill levies are 38.4703 mills for Kansas City, Kansas and 39.3273 mills for Wyandotte County. This is a procedural step to authorize the higher tax rates.

• Approval to exceed revenue neutral rate for Kansas City, Kansas at 38.4703 mills
• Approval to exceed revenue neutral rate for Wyandotte County at 39.3273 mills
• Public hearing notice published on website and in weekly newspaper
• Resolution No. R-44-21 adopted July 15, 2021, stating proposed tax rates

The Unified Government Commission held public hearings on the 2021 amended and 2022 proposed budgets, as well as the Revenue Neutral Rate. Commissioners discussed the impact of rising property valuations on tax bills and the need for infrastructure funding. Ultimately, the Commission voted to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate, maintaining the current mill levy rather than reducing it to offset valuation growth.

• Approved Ordinance O-116-21 and Resolution R-60-21 to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate (7-2)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special virtual session on September 2, 2021, at 5:00 PM for a budget workshop. The agenda contains only this workshop, with no specific budget items listed. Public participation is available via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person viewing from the Municipal Office Building lobby.

• Special session called for budget workshop
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar (ID: 895 6782 6979)
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, or Municipal Office Building lobby

The Unified Government Commission held a budget workshop to review staffing requests and long-term financial scenarios. Commissioners reached a consensus to add funding for one additional Sheriff's Office investigator and a $250,000 transfer for Piper Park improvements to the upcoming budget's "yellow sheet" amendments. No changes were made to the mill levy or PILOT rates for the 2022 budget cycle.

• Approved straw poll for one additional Sheriff's investigator (11-0)
• Approved straw poll for $250K transfer for Piper Park (11-0)
• Tabled mill levy and PILOT rate reduction discussions for future cycles

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners held a regular session on August 26, 2021, addressing planning and zoning items, resolutions, and ARPA fund allocations. The board approved several rezoning requests, including a Camping World development, denied a gas station proposal, and adopted resolutions for financial institutions and development agreements. They also allocated $1.85 million in ARPA funds for housing insecurity and other assistance.

• Approved COZ2021-022: Change of Zone to CP-3 for Camping World at 1201 North 98th Street (10-0)
• Denied COZ2021-023: Gas station at 8919 Leavenworth Road (10-0, valid protest petition)
• Adopted O-115-21/R-58-21: Accepting $55,383,872 (City) and $32,132,644 (County) in ARPA funds
• Adopted R-59-21: Allocating $1,850,000 for housing insecurity and other assistance
• Approved Land Bank option applications for new construction of homes, townhomes, and commercial buildings

The Unified Government Commission accepted federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocations and approved $11.74 million for immediate COVID-19 related needs, plus an additional $1.85 million for housing insecurity assistance. The commission also approved several planning and zoning items, including rezonings, special use permits, and plan reviews, while denying a gas station change of zone on Leavenworth Road. Additionally, the Land Bank Board of Trustees approved multiple property option applications and transfers for new construction and community projects.

• Approved Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda, excluding set-asides (10-0)
• Approved rezoning COZ2021-022 for Camping World at 1201 N. 98th St. (10-0)
• Denied rezoning COZ2021-023 for a gas station and convenience store at 8919 Leavenworth Road (10-0)
• Approved rezonings COZ2021-024 and COZ2021-025 for duplexes on S. 75th St. (10-0)
• Approved special use permit SP2021-026 to park salt plow trucks at 7852 Leavenworth Road for two years (10-0)
• Approved special use permit renewal SP2021-061 for live entertainment at 2003 1/2 to 2005 N. 5th St. for five years (10-0)
• Approved plan reviews PR2021-019 and PR2021-020 for office warehouses with 10-year temporary laydown yards and landscaping stipulations (10-0)
• Accepted ARPA funds and approved $11.74M for immediate pandemic needs and allocated $1.85M for housing insecurity assistance (9-0 to 10-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City will hold a virtual special session. The meeting is dedicated to the fifth budget workshop and the setting of maximum mill levies.

• 5th budget workshop
• Setting maximum mill levies

The Unified Government Commission of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas held a special session budget workshop to review the 2022 proposed budget documents, Capital Equipment and Projects (CMIP) changes, long-term financial forecasts, and maximum mill levy limits. No formal votes or final budget adoptions occurred during the workshop.

• Adjourned special session budget workshop at 6:44 p.m.

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Areawide Advisory Council met on August 25, 2021, to review minutes and hear director and council reports. Members approved the July minutes with a correction noting Susan McGinnis's absence. The meeting concluded at approximately 10:45 a.m.

• Approved July minutes with one correction (5-2 not recorded; passed)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met to receive two informational presentations: a Records Management Policy and a six-month update on communications. No action was taken on these items; they were for information only. The committee also approved minutes from a previous meeting.

• Presentation of Records Management Policy (Tracking #21975)
• Six-month communications update and proposed action plan (Tracking #21986)
• Approval of June 21, 2021 minutes (approved 5-0)

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee received informational presentations regarding the Unified Government's Records Management Policy and a six-month check-in on strategic communications. No final legislative actions or votes were taken on the two agenda items, other than approving the minutes from the June 21, 2021 meeting. The meeting concluded with adjournment at 7:00 p.m.

• Approved June 21, 2021 standing committee minutes (5-0)
• Received presentation on Records Management Policy (Information only)
• Received update on Strategic Communications (Information only)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Committee will meet to discuss several items, including a resolution to authorize agreements with Turner and Piper school districts for school resource officers, and presentations on honorary street signs, the 2021 fireworks report, and a fire department update. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Resolution to authorize agreements with Turner School District No. 202 and Piper School District No. 203 for school resource officers
• Presentation on honorary street signs for Pandarama Pre-schools Inc. on Nebraska Ave. between 7th & 8th St.
• Presentation of the 2021 Fireworks Report
• Fire Department quarterly update

The committee approved 10-year agreements for the KCK Police Department to provide school resource officers to Piper and Turner school districts. It also approved a request for an honorary street sign for Pandarama Pre-schools Inc. to be sent to the full commission.

• Approved honorary street sign 'Panorama Lane' on Nebraska Ave (5-0)
• Approved 10-year SRO agreements for Piper and Turner School Districts (5-0)
• Approved standing committee minutes from May 24 and June 21, 2021 (5-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on August 19, 2021, at 5:00 PM to present the 2022 Proposed Budget. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom, YouTube, UGTY, or in-person viewing from the Municipal Office Building lobby. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of the 2022 Proposed Budget
• Public access via Zoom webinar (ID: 822 5651 6738, passcode: 859230) and phone
• In-person viewing available in the Municipal Office Building lobby

The Unified Government Commission held a special session on August 19, 2021, to receive a presentation of the Amended 2021 and Proposed 2022 Budget from County Administrator Doug Bach and finance staff. The proposed $420 million balanced budget includes no increase to the property tax mill rate, adds about $10 million for employee compensation and health insurance, and proposes a 5% sanitary sewer fee increase required by an EPA consent decree and a 25-cent monthly contractual increase for Waste Management trash service. Stormwater fees would rise to $6 per month for residential and $14 per month for non-residential under the proposal. No vote was taken; the presentation was for information and the budget will be considered in upcoming workshops.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the session was a budget presentation only
• Presented $420M Proposed 2022 Budget with no property tax rate increase
• Proposed 5% sanitary sewer fee increase tied to EPA Consent Decree
• Proposed 25-cent monthly increase for Waste Management trash contract
• Proposed stormwater fee increase to $6/month residential and $14/month non-residential
• Included ~$10M for employee cost-of-living, health insurance, and compensation adjustments
• Announced appointment of Bridgette Cobbins as Assistant County Administrator

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including changes to alcohol sales and taxes, a common liquor consumption area at Legends Outlets, and acceptance of federal grants for police equipment and training. They will also consider sewer improvement projects and a public hearing for a hotel CID. One discussion item on burn permits was deleted from the agenda.

• Ordinance O-103-21: Allow Sunday alcohol sales starting at 9 am instead of noon
• Ordinance O-101-21: Establish common liquor consumption area at Legends Outlets in Village West
• Grant: $100,030 for EOD bomb suit and $349,410 for police tasers and training
• Resolutions for sewer repairs at multiple locations including 7424 Tauromee Ave. and 8260 Kaw Dr.
• Resolution R-53-21: Set public hearing for Legends Hotel CID on September 9, 2021

The Unified Government Commission approved several ordinances updating local alcohol regulations, including a new Sunday sales start time of 9 a.m. and the creation of a common liquor consumption area at Legends Outlets. Commissioners also set a September 9, 2021, public hearing date to consider the proposed Legends Hotel Community Improvement District. Additionally, the Commission approved two federal grants for the Police Department and authorized various infrastructure and equipment resolutions.

• Approved 9 a.m. Sunday alcohol sales start time (7-2)
• Authorized common liquor consumption area at Legends Outlets (9-0)
• Set Sept. 9 public hearing for Legends Hotel CID (9-0)
• Approved $100,030 federal grant for EOD bomb suite (9-0)
• Approved $349,410 federal grant for police training and tasers (9-0)
• Donated obsolete fire equipment to City of Lewis, KS (9-0)
• Amended commission and standing committee meeting schedules (9-0)
• Tabled discussion on burn permit options and air quality (deleted)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on August 12, 2021, at 5:00 PM for an ARPA Budget Workshop. The meeting is to discuss the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds. Public participation is available via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person lobby viewing.

• Special session called for ARPA Budget Workshop
• Meeting held at 5:00 PM on August 12, 2021
• Public access via Zoom webinar, YouTube, UGTV, or lobby viewing

The Unified Government Commission held a special ARPA budget workshop on August 12, 2021, to review an $11.7M Immediate Needs Report for federal American Rescue Plan funds ($8.8M county, $2.9M city). No items were voted on; staff said a resolution approving the immediate needs and revenue replacement would come to the Commission on August 26. Commissioners raised concerns that the plan underfunds direct housing and basic-needs assistance, and staff agreed to consult service agencies about adding basic-needs funding before the August 26 meeting.

• No vote taken; ARPA Immediate Needs Report ($11.7M) reviewed only
• Staff to bring resolution approving immediate needs and revenue replacement to August 26 Commission meeting
• Staff directed to consult United Way, Crosslines and Avenue of Life on adding basic-needs/homelessness funding
• Revenue replacement funds to be placed in General Fund and included in the 2021-2022 budget presented August 19
• Remaining ARPA funds ($22.5M city, $12.7M county) left unprioritized for later discussion

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is holding a regular meeting to swear in new commissioners, review the administrator's monthly reports, and discuss the status of ethics code revisions and training sessions. They will also review the commission's website and consider potential amendments to specific sections of the ethics code. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Swearing in of newly appointed UG Ethics Commissioners
• Review of monthly reports of the Administrator
• Status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of potential review of Ethics Code sections 258-265
• Discussion of website upgrades for new commissioners

The Unified Government Ethics Commission held its regular meeting on August 12, 2021. New Commissioners Ian Tomasic, Kimberley Partridge and Ricky Bragg were sworn in by District Court Judge Courtney Mikesic. The Commission approved the minutes of its July 8, 2021 meeting unanimously and agreed, without a vote, to continue reviewing the UG Ethics Code from its current stage. No executive session was held and the meeting adjourned at 5:18 p.m.

• Swore in new Ethics Commissioners Ian Tomasic, Kimberley Partridge and Ricky Bragg
• Approved July 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed without a vote to continue UG Ethics Code review process from current stage
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Committee/Task Force

The Board of Park Commissioners is holding its regular meeting, primarily to hear presentations from Jolt Lighting about a Holiday Light Show at Wyandotte County Park and from Property Law Firm regarding the Bethany Medical Building. The board will also consider adopting the agenda and approving the minutes from the previous meeting, and receive staff updates on mowing, projects, aquatics, and ARPA funds.

• Presentation by Aaron O'Dell (Jolt Lighting) on Holiday Light Show at WYCO Park
• Presentation by Douglas Patterson (Property Law Firm) on Bethany Medical Building
• Staff updates: mowing, project updates, Christmas in July event, new Park Ranger Deputy
• Aquatics, ARPA funds, and Summer Guide updates
• Approval of July 14, 2021 meeting minutes

The Unified Government WyCo/KCK Board of Park Commissioners adopted their August 11, 2021 meeting agenda and approved the previous regular meeting minutes from June 9, 2021, with 7-0 votes. The board also received informational presentations regarding a proposed holiday light show at Wyandotte County Park by Jolt Lighting and heard staff updates on mowing, projects, aquatics, and ARPA funding.

• Adopted the August 11, 2021 meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved the June 9, 2021 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:31 p.m. (7-0)

Committee/Task Force

The board received an update on the formation of a cold case unit scheduled to begin in 2022. Chief Oakman provided statistics on current homicide cases and police academy recruitment. No formal votes were recorded.

• Announced appointment of Broadrick Crawford to the LEAB
• Received Animal Services audit report for review

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee reviewed financial reports and approved several resolutions, including designating eligible financial institutions, partnering with KCMO on an SBA grant, setting a public hearing for the Legends Hotel CID, and amending development agreements for the Downtown Campus and KC Foodie Park. Items were approved unanimously with 6-0 votes.

• Approved resolution designating UG depositories and eligible institutions for investments (Tracking #21963)
• Approved request to explore SBA Community Navigators Grant partnership with KCMO (Tracking #21966)
• Set public hearing for September 16, 2021 to consider creating Legends Hotel CID (Tracking #21965)
• Approved 4th amendment to Downtown Campus Development Agreement, reducing Reardon Center square footage (Tracking #21970)
• Approved 4th amendment to KC Foodie Park Development Agreement extending deadlines (Tracking #21971)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed and voted on numerous Land Bank option applications and property transfers. Most items were approved unanimously, including new single-family homes, townhomes, commercial properties, and a community theater. A few items were held over or denied.

• Approved 23 new single-family homes on N. Hallock St. and 6 on N. Valley St.
• Approved 8 single-family homes, 25 townhomes, and 3 commercial lots on Lafayette and Stewart Aves.
• Approved 2 duplexes on Lathrop Ave. and N. 75th St., and 7 row houses on Freeman Ave.
• Approved community theater on N. 7th St. and Troup Ave., and convenience retail center on Quindaro Blvd.
• Denied transfer of 4 lots on N. 32nd and 31st Ter. to Humberto Bolivar.

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission is holding a special meeting to continue a public hearing on the 2021 Annual Action Plan for HUD and to consider adopting a Local Health Order. The health order would add schools to places where face masks are required, due to COVID-19 Delta variant concerns. The meeting includes a resolution to adopt the modified health order.

• Resolution adopting modified Local Health Order adding schools to mask requirement
• Continuation of public hearing on 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for HUD
• Resolution to adopt Local Health Order (Tracking #21976)

The Unified Government Commission approved Resolution R-47-21, a modified local health order requiring masks indoors in public spaces for vaccinated and unvaccinated people ages 5 and older, with an amendment carving out schools, private schools, and the cities of Edwardsville and Bonner Springs. The vote was 8-2, with Commissioners Ramirez and Johnson voting no. The Commission also approved Resolution R-46-21, the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for federal Community Development Block Grant, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grant funds totaling $3,441,323, by a 10-0 roll call vote. The meeting included extensive public comment on both items.

• Approved Resolution R-47-21, a modified local health order requiring masks indoors in public spaces for ages 5 and older, with an amendment to carve out schools, private schools, and the cities of Edwardsville and Bonner Springs (8-2; Ramirez and Johnson voted no)
• Approved Resolution R-46-21, the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for CDBG, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grant funds totaling $3,441,323 (10-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special meeting to continue a public hearing on the Community Development 2021 Annual Action Plan and to consider a resolution adopting a Local Health Order. The meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2021, at 7:00 PM.

• Continuation of public hearing on Community Development 2021 Annual Action Plan
• Consideration of resolution adopting a Local Health Order

The Unified Government Commission held a special meeting to discuss and vote on a modified local health order requiring face masks indoors, ultimately passing the measure with several carved-out exemptions for specific school districts and local municipalities. The Commission also heard public comments and adopted the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan to submit entitlement grant applications totaling over $3.4 million to HUD.

• Adopted Resolution No. R-47-21 amending the proposed Local Health Order to require indoor masking with exemptions for specific school districts, private and catholic schools, and the cities of Edwardsville and Bonner Springs (8-2 vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-46-21 approving the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan and submission to HUD for CDBG, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grant programs totaling $3,441,323 (10-0 vote)

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is meeting to review and vote on a proposal related to the Safe and Welcoming Ordinance Part II. The agenda also includes updates on health and equity initiatives, discussions on police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues, as well as presentations from community groups on goal alignment.

• Vote on Safe and Welcoming Ordinance Part II proposal
• Speaker: Chief Oakman
• Discussion on police/law enforcement
• Housing and landlord/tenant issues
• Health and Equity Taskforce updates

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues accepted its July 2021 minutes and agreed to send a simplified letter stating its support for the Safe and Welcoming ordinance in its entirety, including non-compliance with ICE. Members disagreed about whether the commission had previously voted on the complete ordinance, and Maritza read from the February 2020 minutes showing a vote to support Safe and Welcoming. Police Chief Oakman presented an 8-step strategic plan, including a planned Hispanic police liaison captain position, a Spanish-language police academy planned for early 2022, quarterly district meetings, a cold case unit hoped to start in 2022, and hiring a social worker at each patrol division office. Goal and initiative alignment presentations were postponed to next month.

• Accepted July 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Ollie Carroll, seconded by Marge; approved)
• Agreed ACHRDI will send a simplified letter supporting the Safe and Welcoming ordinance in its entirety; Marge to draft and send to Phyllis
• Postponed community goal/initiative alignment presentations to next month
• Adjourned at 7:25 p.m. (motion by Karen, seconded by Tom; passed)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning and Zoning and Board of Commissioners meeting on July 29, 2021, approved a consent agenda with multiple zoning changes, special use permits, and plan reviews. The board also continued a public hearing on the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for HUD funding to August 5, and held a public hearing on ARPA funds for information and comment only. A resolution appointing Matthew Willard as County Appraiser was approved.

• Approved change of zone to MP-2 Planned General Industrial for NP Turner Industrial at 725 N 74th Drive and 900 N 69th Street
• Approved special use permits for farm animals, auto storage, short-term rentals, and earthen fill at various addresses
• Approved preliminary plan reviews for Whataburger at 10780 Parallel Parkway and Chipotle at 7750 State Avenue
• Continued public hearing on 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan to August 5
• Approved resolution appointing Matthew Willard as County Appraiser

The Unified Government Commission approved two rezoning and master plan amendment applications from NP Turner Industrial, LLC, allowing industrial development at 725 North 74th Drive and 900 North 69th Street. Both items passed 9-0 with extensive stipulations on noise, truck routing, landscaping, and screening. The commission also approved several special use permits, plan reviews, and ordinances, and continued the CDBG public hearing to August 5, 2021, after residents reported problems accessing the meeting link. The ARPA public hearing was held for information and comment only, with no action taken.

• Approved rezoning COZ2021-020 and master plan amendment MPL2021-007 for industrial buildings at 725 North 74th Drive (9-0)
• Approved rezoning COZ2021-021 and master plan amendment MPL2021-009 for an industrial building at 900 North 69th Street (9-0)
• Approved special use permit SP2021-042 to keep two cows at 734 South 76th Street for two years (9-0)
• Remanded special use permit SP2021-045 for auto storage at 1037 South 26th Street back to Planning Commission (9-0)
• Approved special use permit SP2021-053 for a short-term rental at 11827 Marxen Road for five years (9-0)
• Approved special use permit SP2021-054 for a short-term rental at 3846-3848 North 123rd Street for two years (9-0)
• Approved special use permit SP2021-057 for earthen fill at 1930 South 74th Street for two years (9-0)
• Approved special use permit SP2021-058 for Homestead Montessori Farm School at 3800 Weaver Court for five years (9-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City will hold a special session to receive an update from the Health Department regarding COVID-19. The meeting is scheduled for July 29, 2021, at 5:00 PM.

• Special Session: Health Department Update

The Unified Government Commission of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, met in special session on July 29, 2021, for a COVID-19 update from the Health Department. The Health Department recommended a six-week indoor public mask mandate for vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, citing rising cases and the Delta variant. After discussion, Mayor Alvey stated the item was for information and discussion only, and no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:58 p.m.

• No action taken on Health Department recommendation for a six-week indoor public mask mandate
• Meeting held for information and discussion only; no substantive decisions recorded

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council met virtually to discuss senior services in Wyandotte and Leavenworth counties. The meeting included reports on meal program updates and the election of 2021 chair and co-chair positions.

• Election of 2021 Chair and Co-Chair
• Proposed new Congregate Meal Site at Victory Hills Church
• Discussion of Wyandotte County hot meal delivery efforts
• Update on Vernon Senior Center meal site and activities
• Leavenworth Council on Aging Leisure & Learning Coordinator vacancy

The Areawide Advisory Council met on July 28, 2021, to review reports from Wyandotte and Leavenworth counties. The council approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No other formal votes were recorded during the session.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee voted on four ordinances related to alcohol sales and licensing in Kansas City, Kansas, and discussed burn permit options for storm-damaged trees. The committee approved changing the Sunday start time for alcohol sales from noon to 9 a.m., aligning local codes with state law, adjusting occupational taxes, and creating a common consumption area at Legends Outlets. A discussion on burn permits was held for future consideration.

• Ordinance 21929: Sunday alcohol sales start time changed from noon to 9 a.m. (approved 4-1)
• Ordinance 21930: Conforms municipal code to Kansas HB 2137 changes to liquor laws (approved 5-0)
• Ordinance 21931: Aligns occupational tax with state biennial alcohol licensing schedule (approved 5-0)
• Ordinance 21932: Authorizes common liquor consumption area at Legends Outlets in Village West (approved 5-0)
• Discussion 21939: Burn permit options for storm-damaged trees and air quality measures (forwarded to full Commission)

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved four ordinances updating municipal alcohol rules—including Sunday morning sales starting at 9 a.m., state law alignments, biennial occupation taxes, and a common liquor consumption area at Legends Outlets—with various amendments. The committee also discussed burn permit options for storm-damaged trees and voted to forward the burn permit discussion to the full Commission on September 16, 2021. Additionally, the standing committee minutes from April 26, 2021, were approved.

• Approved April 26, 2021 standing committee minutes (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending municipal code for Sunday 9 a.m. alcoholic liquor sales with language corrections (4-1)
• Approved ordinance aligning municipal code with Kansas Liquor Control Act and HB 2137 changes (5-0)
• Approved ordinance aligning alcohol occupation taxes with biennial licensing schedule (5-0)
• Approved ordinance establishing a common liquor consumption area for Legends Outlets with a four-week notice amendment (5-0)
• Tabled/forwarded burn permit options and air quality control measures discussion to full Commission on September 16, 2021 (5-0)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee is meeting to vote on several resolutions and grants, including donations of fire equipment, sanitary sewer repairs, and grant applications for police equipment. They will also consider amendments to animal-related ordinances. All items are on the action agenda for approval.

• Donation of obsolete fire equipment valued at $350 to City of Lewis, Kansas Volunteer Fire Department
• Resolution for sanitary sewer stream crossing repairs at seven sites including 2955 N. 62nd St. and 6544 State Ave.
• Resolution for sewer extension at 7424 Tauromee Ave. to eliminate grinder pump
• Grant application for $100,030 (federal JAG) for police equipment including EOD bomb suit and mobile fingerprint scanners
• Grant application for $347,673 (state JAG) for police training and 91 tasers

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved seven items, each by a 6-0 roll-call vote: minutes from April 26, 2020; donating obsolete Fire Department equipment valued at $350 to the City of Lewis, Kansas Volunteer Fire Department; authorizing surveys for sanitary sewer stream crossing repairs at seven listed sites; a public sanitary sewer extension at 7424 Tauromee Ave.; Pump Station 6 improvements and an effluent flow holding basin at 8260 Kaw Dr.; applying for and accepting a $100,030 FY21 federal Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG); and applying for a FY22 state JAG grant, with a joint Police/Sheriff application budget of $349,410. The committee also approved amendments to Chapter 7 (Animals) covering fowl permit renewal fees, fowl wording, and the nuisance-animal 'putting a person in fear' provision. The meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the April 26, 2020 standing committee meeting (6-0)
• Approved donating obsolete Fire Department equipment valued at $350 to the City of Lewis, Kansas Volunteer Fire Department (6-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing a land survey for 2021 sanitary sewer stream crossing repairs at seven sites (6-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing a land survey for a public sanitary sewer extension at 7424 Tauromee Ave. (6-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing a land survey for Pump Station 6 improvements and an effluent flow holding basin at 8260 Kaw Dr. (6-0)
• Approved applying for and accepting the FY21 federal Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant of $100,030 (6-0)
• Approved applying for the FY22 state Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant, with a joint Police/Sheriff application budget of $349,410 (6-0)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 7 (Animals) on fowl permits, fowl wording, and nuisance animals (6-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session for a budget workshop, followed by an executive session on litigation and labor. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Budget workshop for the Unified Government
• Executive session on litigation and labor
• Special session called by Interim Clerk Brett A. Deichler
• Meeting held at 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, KS

The Unified Government Commission held a special meeting on July 15, 2021, with one item on the agenda. It adopted Resolution No. R-44-21, setting a public hearing for September 7, 2021, on the governing body's intent to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The resolution passed 9-0 by roll call; Commissioner Burroughs was absent. Staff said the resolution keeps the current mill rates and does not itself raise taxes, but preserves the option to collect more revenue than in 2020.

• Adopted Resolution No. R-44-21 setting a Sept. 7, 2021 public hearing on intent to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate (9-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution scheduling a public hearing for September 7, 2021, regarding the governing body's intent to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The agenda includes only this item, along with standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public announcements.

• Resolution to schedule public hearing on revenue neutral rate (Tracking #21928)
• Public hearing set for September 7, 2021
• Special meeting held virtually via Zoom and in person at City Hall, 701 N. 7th Street

The Unified Government Commission held a special meeting on July 15, 2021, with one item on the agenda. It adopted Resolution R-44-21, which schedules a public hearing for September 7, 2021, on the governing body's intent to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate. Staff said the resolution does not change the mill rate and does not bind the commission to exceed the revenue neutral rate; it preserves the option to do so under Senate Bill 13. The roll call recorded nine "Ayes" (Townsend, McKiernan, Ramirez, Johnson, Kane, Markley, Walters, Philbrook, Bynum); Commissioner Burroughs was absent. The meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution R-44-21 setting a Sept. 7, 2021 public hearing on intent to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate (9 Ayes)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County/KCK Board of Park Commissioners is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes adoption of the agenda, approval of previous minutes, and staff updates on mowing, projects, events, reservations, aquatics, and ARPA funds. No new business or public hearings are listed, so the meeting is largely procedural and informational.

• Approval of June 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Staff updates: mowing, project updates, Christmas in July event, new park ranger deputy mock
• Staff updates: reservations, aquatics, ARPA funds, summer guide

The July 14, 2021, meeting of the Unified Government Board of Park Commissioners was called to order but could not proceed because a quorum was not present. No official votes or formal actions were taken during the session. Board members received an informational update regarding the Christmas in July event scheduled for July 17, 2021.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board met on July 14, 2021, and received a presentation from Reed Partridge on the board's formation, including the original Memorandum of Understanding and authorizing ordinance. Undersheriff Bob Gunja reported the sheriff's office is 21 deputies short, with 460 inmates (40 housed elsewhere) and COVID-19 cases among inmates and staff. Chief Oakman reported police authorized positions adjusted from 369 to 345, currently staffed at 326, and discussed plans for a cold case unit. The minutes record no votes or formal decisions; the meeting adjourned at 5:15pm.

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is meeting to handle routine business, including approving June meeting minutes and receiving updates on a Safe and Welcoming Wyandotte presentation. The main new item is a discussion of an LGBTQ+ history Diversity Mural Project in collaboration with Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC).

• Revision of June meeting minutes
• Update on AIRR's Safe and Welcoming Wyandotte presentation
• Commissioner goal updates
• Discussion of LGBTQ+ history Diversity Mural Project with KCKCC

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues approved June meeting minutes, added monthly agenda updates for housing and health topics, and incorporated systemic racism training into every meeting. The commission also heard a presentation on source of income discrimination and discussed law enforcement engagement.

• Approved June meeting minutes
• Approved adding monthly housing updates to the agenda
• Approved adding health and law enforcement to the agenda each month
• Approved incorporating systemic racism training in each meeting

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission will meet to review monthly reports and discuss potential amendments to the Ethics Code. The commission will also discuss upcoming term expirations and website upgrades.

• Review of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Review of UG Ethics Commission Website
• Discussion of upcoming term expirations
• Executive Session for personnel matters or legal opinions

The Ethics Commission approved the minutes from their June 10, 2021 meeting and received a monthly report from the Ethics Administrator regarding training, complaints, and advisory opinions. The commission also discussed the process for reviewing and amending the UG Ethics Code. This meeting marked the end of the terms for three commissioners.

• Approved June 10, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

General

This agenda is a notice of an executive session following the regular commission meeting. The session is for preliminary discussion of acquiring real property and consultation with legal counsel regarding litigation. No decisions or public actions are listed.

• Executive session for preliminary discussion of real property acquisition
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding litigation

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners held a combined Planning & Zoning and regular session, voting on zoning changes, special use permits, and other land-use items. They approved most consent agenda items, including a zoning change for an industrial site, and rejected two items related to a heavy industrial zone and master plan amendment. The commission also held a public hearing and approved an ordinance for the Riverfront Redevelopment District's Area 4 plan.

• Approved COZ2021-014: change from R-1(B) to R-2(B) for duplex at 88 South 7th Street Trafficway (10-0)
• Rejected COZ2021-015 and MPL2021-004: industrial zoning and master plan amendment at 828 North 49th Street, sent back to planning (10-0)
• Approved Resolution R-43-21 establishing moratorium on mural prohibition enforcement in residential districts (10-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-92-21 for Riverfront Redevelopment District Area 4 plan after public hearing (10-0)
• Approved $369,335 VOCA grant application for Victim Services Unit (10-0)

The Board approved a redevelopment project plan for the Rock Island Bridge and several special use permits for automotive and rental businesses. The commission also adopted a moratorium on enforcing the prohibition of murals in residential districts. Several zoning and permit applications were held over for further development or runoff plans.

• Approved Rock Island Bridge redevelopment project plan (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for short-term rental at 4449 Rainbow Blvd (9-1)
• Approved Special Use Permit for auto maintenance at 1032 South 25th St (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for auto service at 1110 Merriam Lane (9-1)
• Approved Special Use Permit for parking lot at 1327 Minnesota Ave (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for industrial grading at 1705-1831 South 45th St (10-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing moratorium on residential mural prohibition (10-0)
• Approved $369,335 VOCA grant application for Victim Services Unit (10-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on July 1, 2021, at 5:00 PM for a budget workshop. The meeting will be held in the 5th floor conference room at 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, KS, with public access via Zoom or YouTube due to COVID-19. The agenda contains only procedural details for the special session, with no specific budget items listed.

• Special session for budget workshop
• Meeting at 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, KS
• Public access via Zoom webinar and YouTube
• Zoom webinar ID: 816 2835 1321

The Unified Government Commission met in a special session budget workshop to review 2021 revenue estimate updates, financial trends, and potential uses for $87.4 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Staff and commissioners discussed revenue recovery, impacted census tracts, infrastructure priorities, and employee recruitment challenges. No formal votes or final spending decisions were made during the workshop.

• Held a budget workshop to review 2021 revenue estimates and ARPA funding (No vote recorded)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee will meet to consider a resolution adopting the Fourth Amendment to the KC Foodie Park Development Agreement, which would extend various deadlines by six months. Staff recommends holding the item until the developer starts Phase I construction. The committee will also approve minutes from March 29 and May 3, 2021.

• Resolution: Fourth Amendment to KC Foodie Park Development Agreement (Tracking #21888) to extend deadlines by six months
• Staff recommendation to hold the resolution until Phase I construction begins
• Approval of standing committee minutes from March 29 and May 3, 2021

The committee declined to approve deadline extensions for Phases 2, 3, and 4 of the KC Foodie Park project because the developer missed the Phase 1 construction commencement deadline. Members directed staff to package a new comprehensive amendment including revised Phase 1 milestones for future review.

• Approved March 29 and May 3, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Tabled Fourth Amendment to KC Foodie Park Development Agreement to be repackaged and brought back August 9 (6-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee will review three Land Bank option applications: one for eight row homes with accessory dwelling units, one for a commercial multi-purpose community center, and one for a large storage facility. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings. The storage facility application is not recommended for approval by staff and the Land Bank Advisory Board.

• Land Bank application for 7 lots on Freeman Ave. for 8 row homes and 8 ADUs by Bart Maffry
• Land Bank application for 500 Freeman Ave. for a commercial multi-purpose community center by Metropolitan Leadership Institute, Inc.
• Land Bank application for 4 lots on N. 61st St. (33.38 acres) for a storage facility by David L. Spehar
• Approval of standing committee minutes from March 29 and May 3, 2021

The committee declined to approve deadline extensions for Phases 2, 3, and 4 of the KC Foodie Park project because the developer missed the Phase 1 construction commencement deadline. Members requested a comprehensive amended agreement covering all phases be presented at a future meeting.

• Approved March 29 and May 3, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Tabled Fourth Amendment to KC Foodie Park Development Agreement; ordered a packaged amendment for all phases to return August 9 (6-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission is meeting to consider several items, including a public hearing on amended STAR Bond project plans for the Village East district, revisions to storm sewer regulations, a supplemental indenture for Dairy Farmers of America bonds, and the appointment of an interim county appraiser. The agenda also includes approval of casino grant fund disbursements and multiple land bank property transfers.

• Public hearing on First Amended and Restated STAR Bond Project Plans for Project Areas 2B, 3, and 5 in Village East
• Ordinance O-81-21 revising MS4 storm sewer regulations to comply with 2020 KDHE permit and EPA comments
• Resolution R-41-21 authorizing supplemental indenture for Industrial Revenue Bonds (Dairy Farmers of America Project)
• Resolution R-42-21 appointing Matthew Willard as Interim Wyandotte County Appraiser effective July 1, 2021
• Approval of 2021 UG/Hollywood Casino grant fund disbursements

The Commission approved amended project plans for the Village East STAR Bond District, which include the addition of a 'Perfect Game' amateur baseball facility and the relocation of the Homefield athletic building. Additionally, the Commission authorized the disbursement of $793,809 in 2021 Unified Government/Hollywood Casino grant funds to local organizations. The Land Bank Board of Trustees also approved multiple property applications for new home construction and yard extensions.

• Approved amended Village East STAR Bond project plans (9-0)
• Approved $793,809 in 2021 Casino grant fund disbursements (9-0)
• Appointed Matthew Willard as Interim County Appraiser (9-0)
• Approved 12 new construction land bank applications (9-0)
• Approved 2 land bank yard extension requests (9-0)
• Approved supplemental indenture for Dairy Farmers of America bonds (9-0)

Full Commission

This is a notice for a special session of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, convening the Commission Infrastructure Committee on June 24, 2021, at 5:00 PM. The agenda contains only procedural details for the meeting, including remote participation options via Zoom and phone, with no specific agenda items listed.

• Special session of the Commission Infrastructure Committee
• Meeting held June 24, 2021, at 5:00 PM in the 5th floor conference room, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, KS
• Public access via Zoom webinar (ID: 826 4616 9836, passcode: 449378) or phone
• Notice dated June 21, 2021, signed by Interim Clerk Brett A. Deichler and Mayor/CEO David G. Alvey

The Unified Government Commission met in special session on June 24, 2021 for an infrastructure overview and workshop. Staff presented on street, bridge, building, parks, street lighting, stormwater and sanitary sewer needs, and the Commission discussed forming subcommittees. No ordinances, contracts, or funding measures were voted on; the only action was County Administrator Doug Bach's announcement of a temporary residency waiver for Economic Development Director Katherine Carttar, which he said falls under his authority and was shared for the Commission's information.

• No votes or formal actions recorded; meeting was a workshop on infrastructure needs
• County Administrator announced temporary residency waiver for Economic Development Director Katherine Carttar while her husband, Kansas City, MO Mayor Quinton Lucas, holds office
• Commission discussed forming subcommittees on streets/street lights, UG facilities/parks, and stormwater/sanitary sewer
• Staff said a stormwater presentation is tentatively planned for July 15
• No funding approvals, contracts, or ordinances were decided

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Areawide Advisory Council met on June 23, 2021, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting otherwise consisted of reports, discussions on returning to in-person meetings, updates on meal services, and staff announcements.

• Approved May minutes

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee will meet via Zoom to consider a proposal to reduce the annual coin-operated amusement license fee from $75 to $25 per device. The item is listed for information only, meaning no final decision is expected. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Proposal to reduce coin-operated amusement license fee to $25 annually per device (current fee $75), submitted by Rachel Miskec, Lori Wilson, and Greg Talkin
• Approval of standing committee minutes from February 22 and March 22, 2021

The committee reviewed a proposal to reduce the annual license fee for coin-operated amusement devices from $75 to $25 per device. The item was presented for information only, and no formal vote was required as the decision rests with the County Administrator.

• Approved February 22 and March 22, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Supported reduction of coin-operated amusement license fee from $75 to $25 (Information only)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee met to review a federal grant application for the Police Department's Victim Services Unit. The committee also received a presentation on a proposal to expand and renovate the animal shelter.

• FY2022 VOCA grant application for $369,335 to fund the Victim Services Unit
• Presentation on the Animal Shelter expansion renovation proposal
• Discussion of a property transfer agreement between KCKFD and MARC

The committee approved a request from the Police Department to apply for a $369,335 federal VOCA grant to fund the Victim Services Unit for fiscal year 2022. Members also received an informational presentation regarding a new HazMat equipment donation from the Mid-America Regional Council and discussed a proposal to renovate and expand the local animal shelter. No formal action was taken on the shelter proposal, which will be reviewed during upcoming budget workshops.

• Approved minutes from February 22 and March 22, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved application for $369,335 FY2022 VOCA grant (5-0)
• Received informational presentation on HazMat equipment transfer
• Received informational presentation on animal shelter expansion proposal

Committee/Task Force

The Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of Kansas City, Kansas approved the minutes of May 20, 2021 and adopted Resolution No. 2021-12, the annual report for fiscal year ended March 31, 2021. The board also agreed to form a committee in early July to develop a vaccination policy for staff, with Vice-Chairman Banks and Commissioner Crawford volunteering to serve. The board entered executive session for about 15 minutes to discuss a real estate matter, then adjourned. No consent agenda items were presented.

• Approved minutes of May 20, 2021 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-12, the annual report for FY ended March 31, 2021 (8-0)
• Agreed to form a committee in early July to develop a staff vaccination policy; Banks and Crawford to serve
• Entered executive session for 15 minutes on a real estate matter (8-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission will meet to review administrator reports and discuss potential amendments to the Ethics Code. The commission will also discuss upcoming term expirations and website upgrades.

• Review of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Review of Sections 258–259 and 260–261 of the Ethics Code
• Discussion of upcoming term expirations
• Executive session for personnel matters or legal opinions

The Ethics Commission approved the minutes from its May 13, 2021 meeting and received the monthly administrator's report detailing training updates, complaints, and advisory opinions. Commissioners also discussed ongoing updates to the ethics code and website, and noted an upcoming term expiration.

• Approved May 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received monthly administrator's report for May 1, 2021 through May 31, 2021

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission voted to extend the local COVID-19 health emergency through September 15, 2021, and approved a second expansion of the Village East STAR Bond District. They also approved revisions to sewer regulations, scheduled a public hearing for the 2021 Annual Action Plan, and approved two plats for new developments.

• Resolution R-40-21 extending COVID-19 health emergency to Sept 15, 2021 (vote 10-0)
• Ordinance O-79-21 revising MS4 sewer regulations (vote 9-1)
• Public hearing set for July 29, 2021 on 2021 Annual Action Plan
• Plat approved for The Estates of Goodman's Meadow at 123rd and Parallel Parkway
• Ordinance O-80-21 approving second expansion of Village East STAR Bond District (vote 10-0)

The Unified Government Commission voted 10-0 to adopt Resolution R-40-21, extending the local COVID-19 health emergency through September 15, 2021, a move officials said keeps the county eligible for FEMA reimbursement of vaccination and other pandemic expenses. The Commission also approved Ordinance O-80-21 on a 10-0 vote, expanding the Village West STAR Bond District to add land for a proposed Perfect Game youth baseball facility. Most consent agenda items passed 9-1, with Commissioner Burroughs casting the lone no vote on each.

• Adopted Resolution R-40-21 extending the local COVID-19 health emergency through September 15, 2021 (10-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-80-21 expanding the Village West STAR Bond District (10-0)
• Approved consent agenda as submitted (9-1, Burroughs no)
• Approved Ordinance O-79-21 revising municipal sanitary and storm sewer (MS4) regulations (9-1, Burroughs no)
• Scheduled July 29, 2021 public hearing on the 2021 Annual Action Plan (9-1, Burroughs no)
• Approved plat for The Estates of Goodman's Meadow at 123rd and Parallel Parkway (9-1, Burroughs no)
• Approved plat for Villas of Piper Valley Phase 1 at 115th and Webster (9-1, Burroughs no)
• Approved minutes and weekly business material (9-1, Burroughs no)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on June 10, 2021, at 5:00 PM. The public portion is a presentation on the Diversity, Equality, & Inclusion Program, followed by an executive session regarding litigation. The public can observe or listen to the special meeting portion only via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom.

• Presentation on Diversity, Equality, & Inclusion Program
• Executive session regarding litigation
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom webinar

The Unified Government received a presentation on a new Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DE&I) training program for staff, scheduled to run from July 2021 through December 2022. The Commission also entered an executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding pending claims and litigation

Committee/Task Force

The supplied meeting minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or formal actions taken by the Law Enforcement Advisory Board. Members instead discussed administrative updates, upcoming staff swearings-in, academy classes, and strategies for attracting minority candidates to law enforcement.

• Meeting adjourned at 4:47pm without taking formal votes or actions

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government WyCo/KCK Board of Park Commissioners met via Zoom on June 9, 2021. The board adopted the June 9 agenda (6-0) and approved the May 12, 2021 regular meeting minutes (6-0). No new business was reported; staff gave updates on mowing, park projects, a dog park grant application, summer camps, and a presentation on facility rental policy for political events. The board also discussed the closed Parkwood Pool after an incident, but took no formal action.

• Adopted June 9, 2021 agenda (Ayes 6, Nays 0)
• Approved May 12, 2021 regular meeting minutes (Ayes 6, Nays 0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:59 PM (Ayes 6, Nays 0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee will consider two ordinances to expand and amend the Village East STAR Bond District, a resolution on industrial revenue bonds for Dairy Farmers of America, and a first quarter budget report. The committee may also revise the agenda and approve minutes.

• Ordinance approving second expansion and amendment to Village East STAR Bond District plan
• Ordinance approving amended project plans for Project Areas 2B, 3, and 5 in Village East
• Resolution authorizing supplemental indenture for Industrial Revenue Bonds (Dairy Farmers of America Project)
• First Quarter 2021 Budget to Actuals report (for information only)

The committee approved an expansion of the Village East STAR Bond District to include a 55-acre baseball property and a smaller parcel at 94th and State. It also approved amended project plans to relocate a Homefield indoor building. Additionally, a resolution was approved to extend a tax abatement for the Dairy Farmers of America project.

• Approved expansion of Village East STAR Bond District and recommended fast-tracking to June 10 (5-0)
• Approved amended project plans for Village East Project Areas 2B, 3, and 5 (5-0)
• Approved supplemental indenture for Dairy Farmers of America Industrial Revenue Bonds (5-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee will consider several Land Bank option applications. These include requests for single-family home construction, garage builds, and commercial use, as well as property transfer requests.

• 12 applications for single-family home construction
• 2 applications for garage construction
• 1 application for commercial use at 3119 Strong Ave.
• 2 yard extension requests for properties on Cissna St. and Everett Ave.
• 1 property transfer into the Land Bank from BPU/UG at 1901 S. 14th St.

The committee approved 12 Land Bank option applications for single-family homes and held over one garage application at 2024 N. Tremont Ave. It approved a garage option at 1206 Rowland Ave. and two yard-extension transfers. A commercial option at 3119 Strong Ave. for a shipping-container food plaza was denied due to lack of a motion, and a transfer of 1901 S. 14th St. into the Land Bank failed on a 3-1 vote.

• Approved 12 Land Bank option applications for single-family homes (4-0)
• Held over garage option at 2024 N. Tremont Ave. (4-0)
• Approved garage option at 1206 Rowland Ave. (4-0)
• Denied commercial option at 3119 Strong Ave. due to lack of a motion
• Approved yard extension at 3061 Cissna St. and 1034 Everett Ave. (4-0)
• Denied transfer of 1901 S. 14th St. into the Land Bank (3-1)

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues will meet to vote on a conversion therapy proposal and discuss the Safe and Welcoming Ordinance. The agenda also includes updates on source of income discrimination and hate crime tracking by the KCKPD Liaison.

• Vote on Conversion Therapy Proposal
• Safe and Welcoming Ordinance discussion
• Source of income discrimination update
• Wyandotte County swimming pool and spray centers update
• KCKPD Liaison report on hate crime tracking

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues voted unanimously to forward a proposal to ban conversion therapy in the Wyandotte County/Kansas City Unified Government, exempting faith communities, to the standing committee on Administration and Human Services. The commission also discussed but took no action on the Safe and Welcoming ordinance, source of income discrimination, swimming pools, hate crime tracking, and healthcare for trans employees. A motion to revise the April 2021 meeting minutes was put on hold.

• Approved forwarding a proposal to ban conversion therapy in WyCo/KCK Unified Government, exempting faith communities, to the standing committee on Administration and Human Services (unanimous)
• Put on hold revision of April 2021 meeting minutes
• Motion to adjourn passed (Tom Alonzo, seconded by Karen Greenwood)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners held a regular session on May 27, 2021, addressing a consent agenda of zoning changes, special use permits, and ordinances, plus a non-consent agenda with contested items. Most items were approved unanimously, but two applications were remanded back to the Planning Commission, and a motion to extend the COVID health order failed. The meeting also set public hearings for the Rock Island Bridge project and the Village East STAR Bond District expansion.

• Approved COZ2021-008 (3860 Bell Crossing) and COZ2021-011 (6716/6720 Berger Ave) zone changes; remanded COZ2021-012 (3726 N 47th Terrace) back to Planning Commission
• Approved special use permits including SP2021-015 (Mockingbird Lounge, 204 Orchard St) remanded, SP2021-024 (6801 State Ave), SP2021-030 (3150 N 91st St), SP2021-031 (334 N Thorpe St), SP2021-036 (9350 Nelson Ln), SU20-00097 (933 Quindaro Blvd) with stipulations
• Adopted ordinances O-61-21 through O-78-21 covering rezonings, easement vacations, and special use permits (e.g., doggie day care at 7714 Rowland Ave, AirBnB at 2716 N 119th St, beer hall at 101 Central Ave)
• Non-consent: Approved COZ2021-010 (2716/2718 S 53rd St) to RP-2; approved SP2021-028 (2706 Espenlaub Ln) renewal with conditions despite denial recommendation; approved SP2021-037 (2904 Eaton St)
• Set public hearings for Rock Island Bridge project (July 1) and Village East STAR Bond District expansion (June 10); motion to extend COVID health order failed 2-7

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on May 27, 2021, at 5:00 PM to discuss tax delinquency. The public can observe via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom due to COVID-19. The agenda contains no other items beyond this single topic.

• Special session on tax delinquency
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom

The Unified Government Commission held a special session on May 27, 2021, to hear a staff presentation on how property tax delinquency and the tax sale process work. Staff from the County Administrator's Office, the Delinquent Real Estate Office, and the Unified Government's legal counsel explained notices, payment plans, and court foreclosure steps. No ordinances, contracts, or other items were voted on; the meeting was informational and adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

• No substantive decisions or votes were recorded; the session was a presentation only
• Presentation on tax delinquency and tax sale process received; no action taken
• Meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will hold its monthly virtual meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, council concerns, and director's reports for both counties. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural and informational.

• Approval of April 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Council concerns: Leavenworth and Wyandotte County updates
• Director's report for Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties
• Next meeting scheduled for June 23, 2021

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Areawide Advisory Council approved its April minutes at its May 26 meeting. The council received reports on a Meals on Wheels of America grant to Leavenworth County, a grant application for the PALS program, and Wyandotte County's CHAMPSS and Older Americans Month events. Members discussed filling vacant board positions and reporting senior concerns, and set the next meeting for June 23, 2021.

• Approved April minutes as mailed to members
• Next meeting set for 10am Wednesday, June 23, 2021, held virtually

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration & Human Services Standing Committee met to discuss the Community Development Department's revised 2021 and proposed 2022 budgets. The committee approved the Draft 2021 Annual Action Plan and scheduled a public hearing for the final plan on July 29, 2021.

• Approval of Draft 2021 Annual Action Plan
• Discussion of revised 2021 and proposed 2022 Community Development budgets
• Scheduling of Public Hearing for Final 2021 Annual Action Plan on July 29, 2021

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved a motion, 5-0, to move forward with the Draft 2021 Annual Action Plan and set a public hearing and adoption date of July 29, 2021. The plan covers roughly $3.4M in Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership, and Emergency Solutions Grant funds, which must be submitted to HUD before August 15. Staff presented revised 2021 and proposed 2022 budgets for HUD-funded programs, including CDBG, HOME, Emergency Solutions, Lead Hazard Control, and CARES Act allocations. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:27 p.m.

• Approved motion to advance Draft 2021 Annual Action Plan and set July 29, 2021 public hearing and adoption (5-0)
• Approved standing committee minutes from January 25, 2021 (5-0)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee met to discuss sewer system regulations and a police identification program. The committee approved an ordinance regarding wastewater disposal, discharge prohibitions, and sewer connections.

• Approved ordinance revising Municipal Sanitary and Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) regulations
• Presentation regarding the Kansas City Kansas Police Department Identification Program

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved revisions to the municipal sanitary and storm sewer ordinance (Chapter 30) on a 6-0 roll-call vote. The committee also received a presentation on a proposed Kansas City, Kansas Police Department city ID program; it was an information item only, with no vote taken. The committee approved minutes from its January 25, 2021 meeting unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 6:01 p.m.

• Approved revisions to the municipal sanitary and separate storm sewer system (MS4) ordinance, Chapter 30 (6-0 roll call: Philbrook, Ramirez, Markley, Bynum, Groneman, Johnson)
• Approved standing committee minutes from January 25, 2021 (unanimous)
• Received presentation on the KCK Police Department city ID program — information only, no vote taken

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on May 20, 2021, at 5:00 PM for a budget workshop focused on Priority Based Budgeting (PBB) and the 2020 financial proforma. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom due to COVID-19. This is the second budget workshop, indicating ongoing budget discussions.

• Special session called for budget workshop on Priority Based Budgeting (PBB)
• Discussion of 2020 financial proforma
• Public access via Zoom, YouTube, or UGTV due to COVID-19

The Unified Government Commission held a special session budget workshop on May 20, 2021, with no substantive decisions or votes recorded. Staff presented COVID-19 revenue loss estimates of about $23M for 2020 and a projected three-year total of about $48.4M, plus a General Fund forecast showing reserves declining to 16% by 2022. Consultants and staff also presented Priority Based Budgeting results, including 52 staff-generated insights and a reweighting of strategic goals that would shift about $18M in high-priority program budgets if applied to the 2020 budget. The minutes record discussion only; no ordinances, contracts, or resolutions were approved or denied.

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Library Board approved a 2022 budget of $3,925,662 with an added reserve of $344,943, ending with a fund balance of $1,981,456. The board also approved how that money is split among the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library, Bonner Springs City Library, and Turner Community Library. The board discussed Senate Bill 13 and was advised by legal staff that the Library Board is not a separate taxing subdivision, so it would be folded into the Unified Government's budget process. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2022 budget of $3,925,662 with added reserve of $344,943 and ending fund balance of $1,981,456 (7-0)
• Approved 2022 disbursement: $2,874,518 to Kansas City, Kansas Public Library; $254,672 to Bonner Springs City Library; $451,529 to Turner Community Library (7-0)
• Stipulated that up to $82,243 for Schlagle Libraries employee salaries and benefits be paid from the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library allocation (7-0)
• Approved April 20, 2021 minutes (voice vote, carried)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss updates regarding COVID-19 health orders. This item was submitted by Mayor David Alvey.

• Update on COVID-19 Health Orders (Tracking #: 21828)

The Unified Government Commission met May 17, 2021 to consider COVID-19 health orders after new CDC guidance. Two motions to rescind the local mask orders and follow CDC guidance failed on 5-5 tie votes. The Commission then voted 7-2 to table the discussion until May 27, leaving the current health order, which requires masks indoors in public places, in effect through May 28.

• Motion to remove mask mandate and rescind Local Orders 6-27-2020, 3-25-2021, and 4-29-2021 failed 5-5
• Motion to follow CDC guidelines effective May 18 at 7:00 a.m. failed 5-5
• Approved 7-2 to table the COVID health order discussion until May 27
• Current health order requiring masks indoors in public places remains in effect through May 28

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission met to approve several redevelopment agreements and terminate existing tax increment financing (TIF) districts. The body also reviewed Land Bank option applications for several residential and commercial properties.

• Adoption of Kaw River Bridge Development, Lease, and Management Agreements
• Amendment to Downtown Campus Development Agreement with Lanier United, LLC
• Termination of 38th & Leavenworth Road Redevelopment District TIF
• Termination of Mission Cliffs/Rainbow Park Redevelopment District TIF
• Land Bank option applications for 8 properties including 2829 S. 8th St. and 5320 State Ave.

The Unified Government Commission approved the Kaw River Bridge development agreement, lease, and management agreement with Flying Truss, LLC for the Rock Island Bridge project, along with an ordinance adding property to the Riverfront Redevelopment District. The commission also approved several consent items, including historic preservation grants, downtown development agreement amendments, and the termination of two TIF districts. Additionally, the Land Bank Board of Trustees approved multiple property option applications.

• Approved historic preservation grant applications (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-35-21 extending Downtown Campus Development Agreement closing conditions to June 30, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. O-58-21 terminating the 38th & Leavenworth Road TIF district (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. O-59-21 terminating the Mission Cliffs/Rainbow Park TIF district (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-36-21 approving the Kaw River Bridge development, lease, and management agreements with amendments (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. O-60-21 adding property to the Riverfront Redevelopment District (9-0)
• Approved Land Bank option applications for single-family homes, a 4-plex, a garage, and commercial/residential properties (9-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City will hold a special session to receive an update on the Levees Project. The session will also include a report regarding Economic Development incentives.

• Levees Project update
• Economic Development incentives report

The Unified Government Commission held a special session on May 13, 2021, with no substantive decisions or votes recorded. Staff presented an update on the Kansas City's Levees Project, a $529M federally funded flood-reduction effort with construction expected to start in late summer 2021 and completion in April 2026. A second presentation covered economic development incentives, including tax increment financing, industrial revenue bonds, and other tools, with performance updates on existing projects. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m.

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission will meet to review administrator reports and the status of Ethics Code amendments. The commission will also discuss upcoming term expirations and potential website upgrades.

• Review of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Review of UG Ethics Commission Website
• Discussion of potential review of Sec. 258 – 259 and Sec. 260 - 261
• Executive Session for personnel matters or legal opinions

The Unified Government Ethics Commission approved the minutes of its April 8, 2021 meeting unanimously. Administrator Ruth Benien gave a monthly report covering ethics training, complaints, and advisory opinions. In new business, commissioners discussed reviewing and possibly amending sections of the UG Ethics Code and were asked to keep reviewing the ethics website. No executive session was held and the meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m.

• Approved April 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Park Commissioners will meet via Zoom to discuss various staff updates. Topics include the CBDG Clifton Park Project, inclusive restrooms, and upcoming summer programs.

• CBDG Clifton Park Project discussion
• Inclusive Restroom update
• Aquatics and Summer Programs update
• Parks & Recreation Positions discussion
• Discussion regarding upcoming meeting location

Committee/Task Force

The board received updates on the 2021 P-Card Usage Follow-up Audit and new police technology, including the Watchdog Redaction program and Streetsmart. Officials reported on COVID-19 rates among staff and inmates, as well as current recruitment challenges for the Sheriff's Department and Police Department.

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, has called a special session for a budget workshop. This meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2021, at 5:00 PM. Due to COVID-19, the session will be held via Zoom and YouTube.

• First Budget Workshop

The Commission held a budget workshop to review a proposed calendar shift necessitated by new state property tax laws. Officials also presented a legislative update on state tax bills and a preliminary plan for allocating approximately $89.5M in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

• Proposed shifting 2022 budget adoption from July 15 to September 9 to accommodate state-mandated public hearings
• Proposed moving the County Administrator's budget presentation to August 19
• Proposed moving the CDBG Budget public hearing to July 12
• Discussed but did not act on reinstating the Commission Neighborhood Infrastructure Program (CNIP)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met to review grant requests and Land Bank option applications. The committee approved authorization to apply for two Historic Preservation grants and several property applications for single-family homes, a 4-plex, garages, and a commercial/residential property.

• Authorization to apply for two Historic Preservation grants via the Kansas State Historic Preservation Office
• Land Bank application for 6 single-family homes including 2829 S. 8th St. and 929 Freeman Ave.
• Land Bank application for 4-plex at 416 Cambridge St.
• Land Bank application for 3 garages including 1206 Rowland Ave.
• Land Bank application for commercial/residential property at 5320 State Ave.

The committee authorized applications for two historic preservation grants to create a commercial district and a listing of historic churches. It also approved several Land Bank option applications for residential and commercial development, while tabling two garage projects for further review.

• Approved authorization to apply for two Historic Preservation grants (5-0)
• Approved 6 single-family home Land Bank options (5-0)
• Approved one 4-plex Land Bank option at 416 Cambridge St. (5-0)
• Approved one garage Land Bank option at 1713 Troup Ave. (5-0)
• Tabled Land Bank options for 1206 Rowland Ave. and 2024 N. Tremont Ave. for one month (5-0)
• Approved one commercial/residential Land Bank option at 5320 State Ave. (5-0)
• Approved March 1 meeting minutes (5-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met to vote on several land development and finance items. The committee approved amendments to a downtown campus agreement and set a public hearing for the Rock Island Bridge project. Additionally, the committee voted to terminate two tax increment financing districts.

• Third Amendment to Downtown Campus Development Agreement with Lanier United, LLC
• Public hearing set for July 1, 2021, for Rock Island Bridge Redevelopment Project Plan
• Termination of 38th & Leavenworth Road TIF
• Termination of Mission Cliffs/Rainbow Park TIF
• First Quarter 2021 Cash Investment Report presentation

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved a third amendment extending the Downtown Campus Development Agreement closing conditions to June 30, 2021, with an automatic extension to July 30, 2021, at the developer's request. It set July 1, 2021, for a public hearing on the Rock Island Bridge redevelopment project plan. The committee also approved ordinances terminating the 38th & Leavenworth Road TIF district and the Mission Cliffs/Rainbow Park TIF district, the latter paying off two years early. A first-quarter 2021 investment report was presented for information only, with no action taken.

• Approved Third Amendment to Downtown Campus Development Agreement extending closing conditions to June 30, 2021 (6-0)
• Set July 1, 2021 public hearing for Rock Island Bridge redevelopment project plan (6-0)
• Approved ordinance terminating 38th & Leavenworth Road TIF district (6-0)
• Approved ordinance terminating Mission Cliffs/Rainbow Park TIF district, two years early (6-0)
• Received First Quarter 2021 Investment Report for information only (no vote)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City will hold a special session to discuss a COVID health ordinance. The meeting will also address the 2022-2026 Capital Maintenance Improvement Projects (CMIP).

• COVID health ordinance discussion
• 2022-2026 Capital Maintenance Improvement Projects (CMIP)

The Unified Government Commission met in special session April 29, 2021, to hear a COVID-19 update and a capital projects presentation. The Health Department recommended a new health order mirroring Kansas City, Missouri and Jackson County: dropping outdoor mask and social distancing requirements while keeping indoor mask rules for public settings. After discussion, Mayor Alvey said the item would be brought forward as a blue sheet for the full commission meeting; the minutes record no vote on the health order. The existing order, which requires 6 ft. distancing and masks indoors and outdoors when distancing cannot be maintained, remains in effect until June 10, 2021. The commission also heard presentations on a proposed police CSI lab and the 2022-2026 Capital Maintenance Improvement Projects, with no decisions recorded.

• No vote recorded on the proposed COVID-19 health order; Mayor Alvey said it would be brought forward as a blue sheet to the full commission meeting
• Health Department recommended removing outdoor mask and social distancing requirements while keeping indoor mask requirements in public settings
• Existing health order remains in effect until June 10, 2021
• Parks & Recreation reported Parkwood Pool will remain closed for summer 2021; spray parks to open May 29
• No action taken on the 2022-2026 Capital Maintenance Improvement Projects; discussion to continue at a budget workshop
• Police Department presented plans for a new CSI lab/workspace; no vote recorded
• Emergency Management presented on radio system replacement needs; no vote recorded

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners and Planning & Zoning Commission met to approve several land use applications, including rezoning for a community garden and industrial sites. The Board also authorized industrial revenue bonds for a warehouse project and amended a local health order.

• Approved $5.5 million in industrial revenue bonds for Premier Investments, LLC Warehouse Project at 1101 South 5th St.
• Approved rezoning for a community garden at 4223 and 4225 Gibbs Road from R-1 to A-G.
• Approved rezoning at 9700 Leavenworth Road to remove light manufacturing restrictions.
• Adopted Resolution R-34-21 to amend Local Health Order 3/25/2021.
• Approved ordinance O-56-21 for property acquisition for the Priority Traffic Signal Project at 10th Street & State Avenue.

The Board approved a major industrial rezoning for the Woodlands Redevelopment project and issued several special use permits for local businesses. The Commission also adopted a resolution amending the local health order regarding masks and social distancing.

• Approved resolution R-34-21 amending Local Health Order 3/25/21 (9-1)
• Approved Change of Zone COZ2021-006 for Woodlands Redevelopment (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit SP2021-016 for used car dealership at 1010 Merriam Lane (10-0)
• Denied Special Use Permit SP-2020-105 for shipping container at 3500 N 32nd Terrace (9-1)
• Approved Special Use Permit SP-2020-10 for event space at Chateau Avalon (8-2)
• Approved $5.5M in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Premier Investments warehouse (9-0)
• Approved four easement vacations for 1879 Village West Parkway (10-0 each)
• Approved application for EPA Healthy, Resilient, and Sustainable Materials grant (9-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council will hold a virtual meeting to elect its 2021 leadership. The agenda also includes reports from the Director regarding Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties.

• Election of 2021 Chair and Co-Chair
• Director's reports for Leavenworth and Wyandotte Counties
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes

The Areawide Advisory Council approved March minutes and elected Thomas Gordon as Chair and Susan McGinnis as Co-Chair for 2021. Leavenworth County reported that its Board of Commissioners approved a 30% increase in the Meals on Wheels catering contract. The council also discussed reopening on-site groups and receiving a copy of HB 2114 regarding the Kansas Senior Care Task Force.

• Approved March minutes
• Elected Thomas Gordon as Chair and Susan McGinnis as Co-Chair
• Leavenworth Board approved Meals on Wheels contract renewal with 30% increase
• Council members to submit monthly In-Kind sheets

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration & Human Services Standing Committee will receive a report on the progress and goals of the Workday Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. The committee will also review a new agenda item regarding a COVID Rapid Response grant award for the UGPHD.

• Report on Workday Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system progress
• Grant Award: UGPHD’s COVID Rapid Response

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on April 26, 2021, and received two information-only items. The committee heard a presentation on the Workday Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, which is on schedule for a July 2022 launch. The committee also acknowledged a $200,000 grant from the Marion and Henry Bloch Family Foundation to the Unified Government Public Health Department for COVID rapid response, with no match required. The committee approved the minutes from December 14, 2020, by a 5-0 roll call vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from December 14, 2020 (5-0)
• Received information-only update on Workday ERP system implementation
• Acknowledged $200,000 grant from Marion and Henry Bloch Family Foundation for UGPHD COVID rapid response

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee will review an ordinance to revise municipal separate storm sewer system regulations. The committee will also receive an update regarding stormwater design criteria to align with APWA 5600 standards.

• Ordinance revising Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) regulations
• Update on Stormwater Design criteria to APWA 5600
• Discussion of EPA’s Healthy, resilient, and sustainable materials grant

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved an ordinance revising the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) regulations to comply with the 2020 KDHE permit and EPA comments. It also voted to apply for an EPA Region 7 Healthy, Resilient, and Sustainable Materials Management Grant and fast-track that request to the full governing body. A separate update on stormwater design criteria was information only, with no vote taken.

• Approved MS4 stormwater ordinance revisions (6-0)
• Approved applying for EPA Region 7 Healthy, Resilient, and Sustainable Materials Management Grant and fast-tracking it to Thursday's meeting (6-0)
• Stormwater design criteria update was information only; no action taken

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session to discuss the 2020-2026 Capital Maintenance Improvement Projects (CMIP). The meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2021, at 5:00 PM, and will be accessible to the public via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom due to COVID-19. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed in the notice.

• Special session on 2020-2026 Capital Maintenance Improvement Projects (CMIP)
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom
• Meeting notice dated April 19, 2021

The Unified Government Commission held a special session on the proposed 2021-2026 Capital Maintenance Improvement Projects (CMIP) budget. Staff presented debt, cash, and unfunded project schedules; no formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded. Commissioners gave informal input, with several prioritizing additional street and bridge funding, and the Administrator asked for direction by mid-May. A steering committee was announced to meet the following week.

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Library Board voted unanimously to prepare documents for an 8% increase in 2022 expenditures, with the mill rate staying at 6.129% and higher revenue coming from rising property valuations. The board also approved the March 16, 2021 minutes and agreed to see a 3% budget scenario. No final budget adoption occurred; the final vote is scheduled for May 18, 2021.

• Approved March 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Amended motion to prepare documents for an 8% increase in 2022 expenditures (unanimous)
• Agreed to see a 3% budget proposal (no vote recorded)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session to introduce candidates for the KCK Police Chief position. The meeting is part of the Police Chief Assessment Center process and will be held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Introduction of KCK Police Chief candidates
• Special session held virtually via YouTube, UGTY, and Zoom
• Meeting scheduled for April 15, 2021, at 5:00 PM

The Unified Government Commission held a special session on April 15, 2021, to interview four finalist candidates for Kansas City, Kansas Police Chief: Vince Davenport, Pamela Waldeck, Karl Oakman, and Rich Austin. Each candidate answered seven questions submitted by commissioners on topics including community policing, integrity, crisis intervention training, diversity, and immigration enforcement. The Commission acted in an advisory capacity only; County Administrator Doug Bach will make the hiring decision, with an anticipated announcement in May. No vote was taken, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

• No hiring decision made; Commission interviewed four police chief finalists in advisory capacity
• County Administrator Doug Bach to conduct follow-up interviews and make final selection, with announcement expected in May
• Commissioner Ramirez requested a future Commission discussion on the finalists; Mayor Alvey took the request under advisement

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County/KCK Board of Park Commissioners is holding its regular April 2021 meeting via Zoom. The agenda is largely procedural, including adoption of the agenda, approval of previous minutes, and visitor comments. There is no old or new business; staff will provide updates on routine maintenance, summer recreation, and other operational items.

• Routine maintenance and repairs for parks and fields
• First overnight fishing day
• West Shop replacement
• Summer recreation update
• Updated code of ordinances

The Unified Government WyCo/KCK Board of Park Commissioners met April 14, 2021 via Zoom and approved the agenda and the March 10, 2021 minutes, both by 7-0 votes. No old or new business was reported. Staff updates covered completed field renovations, a West Shop Replacement bid that expired and will be re-bid, summer recreation plans including a free YMCA program at Bea Lee Community Center, and the passage of updated code ordinances by the Full Commission. Jack Webb was recognized as Kansas Park Professional of the Year.

• Adopted April 14, 2021 agenda (Ayes 7, Nays 0)
• Approved March 10, 2021 regular meeting minutes (Ayes 7, Nays 0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 PM (Ayes 7, Nays 0)

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board met on April 14, 2021, and received updates on law enforcement staffing and recent crime. Assistant Chief Kelly Herron reported three homicides the previous week, all solved with community input, and noted dispatch is short 19 positions. Sheriff Don Ash reported the detention side is short 20 deputies and that the juvenile justice building population is 10. No motions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 4:35pm.

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners met on April 8, 2021, to decide on planning and zoning items, including zone changes, special use permits, and various resolutions. The board approved most consent agenda items, denied one zone change and one special use permit, and authorized a $500,000 grant application for domestic violence response. Several resolutions were adopted, including one for a property option purchase agreement and one for a memorandum of understanding with SEIU Local #1.

• Approved zone changes for single-family homes at 1825 and 1841 N. 94th St. (COZ2021-001, COZ2021-002)
• Denied zone change from R-1 to A-G at 3505 N. 83rd St. (COZ2021-003)
• Approved special use permits for doggie day care (7714 Rowland Ave.), AirBnb (1127 Southwest Blvd.), kennel (3440 N. 131st St.), and employee parking (4620 Mission Rd.); denied one for equipment storage (3648 N. 115th St.)
• Approved $500,000 grant application for domestic violence response (Tracking #21721)
• Adopted resolution for option purchase agreement for 546 N. 130th St. for $525,000 (R-32-21)

The Unified Government Commission denied a change of zone from R-1 to A-G for Carol Blackwell's 19-acre property at 3505 North 83rd Street, which she sought to build a home and a 3,600-square-foot accessory structure. A valid protest petition required eight votes to deny the Planning Commission's recommendation, and the motion passed 10-0. The Commission also approved a one-year special use permit for a parking lot at 4620 Mission Road after the Planning Commission had recommended denial, and approved several other zoning and regular agenda items.

• Denied rezoning from R-1 to A-G at 3505 N 83rd St (10-0) after protest petition
• Approved one-year special use permit for parking lot at 4620 Mission Road (10-0), reversing Planning Commission denial
• Approved rezoning from A-G to R-1 at 1825 N 94th St (10-0)
• Approved rezoning from A-G to R-1 at 1841 N 94th St (10-0)
• Approved two-year special use permit for doggie day care at 7714 Rowland Ave (10-0)
• Denied special use permit for equipment storage at 3648 N 115th St (10-0)
• Approved two-year special use permit for AirBnb at 1127 Southwest Blvd (10-0)
• Approved ten-year special use permit for kennel at 3440 N 131st St (10-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on April 8, 2021, at 5:00 PM. The meeting is an executive session to discuss the Administrator's quarterly evaluation and a personnel matter. The public can observe or listen to the special meeting portion only via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom.

• Executive session for Administrator's quarterly evaluation
• Executive session for a personnel matter
• Special session held at 5:00 PM on April 8, 2021, in the 5th floor conference room, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, KS
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom

The Unified Government Commission of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas held a special session on April 8, 2021. The only action recorded was a motion to enter executive session to discuss the County Administrator's quarterly evaluation and a confidential personnel matter involving a different employee. The motion passed 7-0 on a roll-call vote, and Mayor Alvey adjourned the meeting at 6:22 p.m. No other decisions were recorded in the minutes provided.

• Approved motion to enter executive session on County Administrator's quarterly evaluation and a confidential personnel matter (7-0)
• Adjourned the special session at 6:22 p.m.

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting via Zoom to review the administrator's monthly reports, discuss the status of ethics code revisions and amendments, and plan ethics training sessions. They will also discuss potential review of the UG Ethics Code sections 258-259, upcoming term expirations, and whether future meetings will be held via Zoom or in person. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of monthly reports of the Ethics Administrator
• Status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of ethics training sessions and schedule
• Potential review of UG Ethics Code Sec. 258-259
• Discussion of upcoming term expirations

The Unified Government Ethics Commission approved the minutes of its March 11, 2021 meeting and received the Administrator's monthly report covering training, complaints, and advisory opinions. The Commission continued discussion on reviewing and amending the UG Ethics Code, with sections 2-258 through 2-261 to be reviewed. No executive session was held and the meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

• Approved March 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues will convene on April 5, 2021 at 5:30 pm to approve prior meeting minutes, acknowledge a Department of Justice notice, and receive a landlord-education presentation. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

The supplied minutes for the April 5, 2021 Wyandotte County committee/task force meeting consist only of the note "No quorum." No decisions, votes, or discussion items are recorded in the document provided. Because no quorum was present, the record shows no substantive action was taken at this meeting.

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met and unanimously approved four resolutions: a BPU loan agreement with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, a Kaw River Bridge cooperative agreement, setting a public hearing for the Riverfront Redevelopment District, and adopting TIF and IRB policies. All votes were 6-0.

• Resolution authorizing BPU loan through KDHE State Revolving Loan Fund
• Resolution adopting Kaw River Bridge Cooperative and Development Agreement
• Resolution setting May 13, 2021 public hearing for Riverfront Redevelopment District
• Resolution adopting Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and Industrial Revenue Bond (IRB) policies

The committee approved a $25M loan for BPU water infrastructure and advanced a cooperative agreement for the Rock Island Bridge destination project to the full commission. It also set a public hearing for the Riverfront Redevelopment District and adopted updated TIF and IRB policies.

• Approved $25M BPU loan through KDHE for water infrastructure (6-0)
• Approved and advanced Kaw River Bridge Cooperative and Development Agreement to full commission (6-0)
• Approved May 13, 2021, public hearing date for Riverfront Redevelopment District property additions (6-0)
• Approved updated Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and Industrial Revenue Bond (IRB) policies (6-0)
• Approved February 1, 2021, standing committee minutes (6-0)
• Tabled January 4, 2021, minutes for language correction (6-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee reviewed and approved multiple Land Bank applications for single-family homes, new construction, and property transfers. All votes were unanimous (5-0), with one application held for one month.

• Approved 26 single-family home applications in Rivers Edge East Subdivision (CHWC), including phases 1-3 on N. Getty St. and Roswell Ave.
• Approved individual home applications for Kristi Smith High (202-206 Stewart Ave.), Karan Gupta (844-848 Tauromee Ave.), Maribel Cortez (3517 N. 47th St.), and Habitat for Humanity (3008 N. 30th St.).
• Approved new construction home addition for Victor Alfonso Laozano at 3052 N. 31st St.
• Approved row house project by Luminary Transformations (8 units) at 1026-1038 Oakland Ave., with staff noting rezoning to R-3 required.
• Held for 1 month commercial open air food plaza application by Oliver Tanner at 3119 Strong Ave.

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved Land Bank option agreements for 30 properties, including 26 single-family homes, one home addition, one row house project and one yard extension. It voted 5-0 to hold a proposed shipping-container food plaza at 3119 Strong Ave. for one month so the in-district commissioner can meet the developer. The committee also approved revised minutes from September 28, 2020, January 4, 2021 and February 1, 2021, and two applications (914 and 916 Oakland Ave.) were removed before the vote.

• Approved minutes from Sept. 28, 2020 (revised), Jan. 4 and Feb. 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved first batch of Land Bank options: 26 single-family homes (5-0)
• Approved second batch: home addition at 3052 N. 31st St. (5-0)
• Approved third batch: 8-unit row house project at 1026, 1030, 1038 Oakland Ave. (5-0)
• Held 3119 Strong Ave. shipping-container food plaza for one month (5-0)
• Approved yard extension at 627 Shawnee Rd. (5-0)
• 914 and 916 Oakland Ave. applications removed before the vote

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners held a regular session on March 25, 2021, approving a consent agenda of zoning changes, special use permits, and ordinances. They also approved a resolution revoking certain local health orders and amending the mask and social distancing requirements, and authorized agreements for a hotel development and union memorandums of understanding.

• Rezoning 200 South James Street from M-3 Heavy Industrial to TND (T-6) Traditional Neighborhood Design for mixed-use development
• Rezoning 837 Central Avenue from R-1 Single Family to C-3 Commercial for Gomez Appliances
• Public hearing and ordinance creating a redevelopment district at 6700 Kaw Drive
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Legend Hotel, LLC for an 87-room hotel
• Approved $923,365 KDHE ELC COVID-19 Infrastructure Expansion grant

The Unified Government Commission adopted a resolution amending mask and social distancing requirements and revoking eight previous health orders to comply with the newly enacted Kansas Senate Bill 40. The Commission also approved an ordinance establishing a tax increment financing redevelopment district at 6700 Kaw Drive, accepted a $923,365 COVID-19 infrastructure expansion grant, and approved labor MOUs.

• Approved zoning change (COZ-0007) and preliminary plat for a 225-unit mixed-use development at 200 South James Street (10-0)
• Approved denial of Special Use Permit (SP-2020-51) for an automotive repair business at 4439 Shawnee Drive (10-0)
• Continued Special Use Permit (SP-2020-105) for a shipping container at 3500 North 32nd Terrace for 30 days (10-0)
• Approved ordinances vacating right-of-way, rezoning properties, and authorizing special use permits (O-39-21 through O-45-21) (10-0)
• Approved change of zone (COZ-0001) to CP-1 and Master Plan Amendment (MPL2021-001) for appliance sales at 837 Central Avenue (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-24-21 amending mask and social distancing orders and revoking eight prior local health orders (9-1)
• Approved Ordinance O-46-21 establishing a redevelopment district at 6700 Kaw Drive (10-0)
• Approved a $923,365 KDHE ELC COVID-19 Infrastructure Expansion grant application (10-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is holding a special session on March 25, 2021, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes a COVID vaccination update, a presentation by the Youth Fatality Review Board, and an update by the Tax Administration Coordination Committee. The public can observe via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom.

• COVID vaccination update
• Youth Fatality Review Board presentation
• Tax Administration Coordination Committee update
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, and Zoom webinar

The Commission held a special session consisting of three staff presentations. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken; the meeting served as a briefing on public health data and inter-departmental tax workflows.

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will hold a virtual meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and director's reports, as well as the election of the 2021 chair and co-chair. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Election of chair/co-chair for 2021
• Director's reports for Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties
• Council concerns from both counties
• Next meeting scheduled for April 28, 2021

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Areawide Advisory Council met on February 24, 2021, to review staff updates, receive reports from Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties, and discuss upcoming programs. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• No substantive decisions or votes were recorded; procedural updates and staff reports only.

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee will hear a presentation on the Unified Government's 2021 Comprehensive Fee Schedule and an update on CARES Act funding, both for information only. The committee will also consider fast-tracking a COVID-19 testing and surveillance grant request to the March 25 full commission meeting. No minutes are available for approval.

• Presentation of 2021 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (Tracking #21713)
• Update on CARES Act funding (Tracking #21724)
• Request to fast-track COVID-19 Elec Expanding Infrastructure Grant to March 25 commission meeting (Tracking #21743)

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee voted 5-0 to approve and fast-track a $923,365 grant from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment for COVID-19 testing, surveillance, and vaccination support to the March 25, 2021 full commission meeting. The grant has not yet been awarded; the Health Department submitted the application and expects to learn next week if it will receive the funds. The committee also received information-only presentations on the 2021 Comprehensive Fee Schedule and CARES Act funding, with no votes taken on either.

• Approved and fast-tracked $923,365 KDHE COVID-19 infrastructure grant to March 25 full commission meeting (5-0)
• Received 2021 Comprehensive Fee Schedule presentation for information only; no vote taken
• Received CARES Act funding update for information only; no vote taken
• Staff directed to report back on coin-operated amusement device fee suspension

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee will review three items: a grant application for $500,000 to improve criminal justice responses to domestic violence, an ordinance on park hours and restricted activities, and a resolution amending the Parks and Recreation Code of Regulations. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom.

• Grant application for $500,000 from US DOJ Office on Violence Against Women, no match required
• Ordinance amending Chapter 25 on park hours, hunting, firearms, camping, and digging
• Resolution amending Parks and Recreation Code of Regulations, requiring new dock owners to be Wyandotte County residents

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee voted 5-0 to let the Police Department apply for a $500,000 US Department of Justice grant for trauma-informed response to sexual assault and domestic violence, with no local match required. The committee also voted 5-0 to approve a resolution amending the Parks and Recreation Code of Regulations, covering dock slip residency rules, e-bikes, drones, metal detecting and emergency park closures. A related ordinance amending Chapter 25 to match those regulations was then approved 5-0. The committee also approved the December 14, 2020 minutes.

• Approved applying for $500,000 FY21 US DOJ Office on Violence Against Women grant (5-0)
• Approved resolution amending Parks and Recreation Code of Regulations (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 25 on park hours and restricted activities (5-0)
• Approved December 14, 2020 standing committee minutes (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The board approved the January 26, 2021 minutes and requested a 3% budget increase proposal for the next meeting. Members discussed the potential impact of Senate Bill 13 on tax notifications and the possibility of using the fund balance for a future library facility in Piper.

• Approved January 26, 2021 minutes (Unanimous)
• Requested a 3% budget increase proposal for the next meeting

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission met remotely and approved several resolutions, including extending the local health emergency for COVID-19 through June 15, 2021, and authorizing participation in the nationwide Stepping Up initiative to reduce mental illness in jails. They also held public hearings on the 2022 budget priorities and on issuing industrial revenue bonds for two multifamily projects. All votes were 9-0.

• Resolution R-16-21 extending COVID-19 local health emergency through June 15, 2021
• Resolution R-17-21 authorizing participation in the Stepping Up initiative
• Public hearing on 2022 Unified Government Budget priorities and 2021 Annual Action Plan
• Resolution R-20-21: intent to issue up to $45,000,000 in IRBs for Milhaus multifamily project
• Resolution R-21-21: intent to issue up to $54,820,000 in IRBs for Legends 267 multifamily project

The Commission authorized $4.9M in CARES Act and reserve funds to support the Health Department's vaccination program. It also approved industrial revenue bonds for two multifamily housing projects and extended the local health emergency through June 15, 2021.

• Approved $4.9M for COVID-19 vaccination efforts (9-0)
• Extended local health emergency through June 15, 2021 (9-0)
• Adopted Stepping Up initiative to reduce mentally ill populations in jails (9-0)
• Approved intent to issue up to $45M in IRBs for Milhaus multifamily project (9-0)
• Approved intent to issue up to $54.82M in IRBs for Legends 267 multifamily project (9-0)
• Approved first amendment to 18th Street Expressway Menards development agreement (9-0)
• Authorized master equipment lease/purchase with Banc of America Public Capital Corp (9-0)
• Appointed Erica M. Simpson to the Wyandotte County Library Board (9-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is holding a special session on March 11, 2021, at 5:00 PM via Zoom for a COVID-19 vaccine update. Immediately following, an executive session regarding labor will be held in the 5th Floor Conference Room. The public can observe or listen via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom.

• COVID-19 vaccine update
• Executive session on labor
• Public access via Zoom webinar (ID: 826 2559 9934, passcode: 623759)

The Unified Government Commission held a special session on March 11, 2021 that was almost entirely a COVID-19 and vaccination update from the Health Department; no ordinances, contracts, or budget items were voted on. The Health Department reported about 18,000 confirmed cases and 278 deaths in the county, a 7-day average of 13 new cases a day, and that about 9.3% of county residents had a first vaccine dose and 5.7% were fully vaccinated. Officials described new school and sports health orders and said the county remains in Phase 2, with walk-in vaccination for residents 65 and older now offered at all three mass sites. The only formal motion recorded was to enter executive session on labor negotiations; the commission went into closed session at 5:44 p.m. and the Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m.

• Motion to enter executive session on labor negotiations until no later than 6:50 p.m. carried (voice vote, no tally recorded)
• No other substantive votes, ordinances, contracts, or budget items were decided in this special session
• Health Department reported new school order allowing 3-foot distancing for middle and high schoolers and pod seating for elementary students (announced, not voted on)
• Health Department reported sports order allowing mask removal during practice and play if weekly testing conditions are met (announced, not voted on)
• Walk-in vaccination for residents 65 and older began at all three mass vaccination sites (operational update, not a commission vote)

Committee/Task Force

The Ethics Commission of the Unified Government met to approve minutes, receive the administrator's report on ethics training and complaints, and discuss ongoing review of the ethics code. The meeting was routine, with no public comment and no executive session.

• Approved minutes of November 12, 2020 meeting
• Reported 3 new complaints in February 2021, 10 pending, 2 closed
• Discussed ethics training for police, fire, sheriff, and water treatment staff
• Continued review of UG Ethics Code sections 2-258 through 2-259
• Next meeting scheduled for April 8, 2021

The Unified Government Ethics Commission approved the minutes of its November 12, 2020 meeting unanimously. Administrator Ruth Benien reported on ethics training held and cancelled between November 2020 and March 2021, and on complaint and advisory opinion activity, including three new complaints received in February 2021. In new business, commissioners discussed the process for reviewing and amending the UG Ethics Code and were asked to keep reviewing the ethics website. No executive session was held.

• Approved November 12, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)
• No executive session held
• No new advisory opinions provided; four requests pending as of March 1, 2021
• Three new complaints received in February 2021; two complaints closed
• Review of UG Ethics Code Sec. 2-258 through Sec. 2-259 to continue

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Board of Park Commissioners will hold a procedural meeting via Zoom at 6:00 p.m. on March 10, 2021. The board will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the minutes from the January 13, 2020 meeting. No substantive decisions or new business items are listed for action.

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County LEAB met on March 10, 2021 at 4:00pm at KCKPD HQ. The record states that no meeting minutes or Zoom recording are available, so no decisions, votes, or discussion details can be reported from this document.

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on March 4, 2021, at 4:00 PM for budget strategic planning. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom due to COVID-19. The agenda contains only the notice and consent to the meeting, with no specific budget items listed.

• Special session called for budget strategic planning
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is meeting to handle routine business: approving February minutes, hearing a presentation from Nicki Richardson, and receiving overviews of the CHIP event and Juniper Gardens from Tom. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Presentation by Nicki Richardson
• CHIP event overview by Tom
• Juniper Gardens overview by Tom
• Revision of February minutes

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues approved its February meeting minutes and heard presentations regarding a voter participation project and housing assistance funds. No other formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved February meeting minutes (motion by Tom, seconded by Karen)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Marge, seconded by Tom)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee will vote on resolutions authorizing industrial revenue bonds for two multifamily projects, approve a minor amendment to a Menards development agreement, and consider an option purchase agreement for a Bonner Springs site. It will also vote on a master equipment lease/purchase agreement and a budget revision for COVID-19 vaccination costs, and receive informational updates on motor vehicle registration and budget reports.

• IRBs up to $45,000,000 for Milhaus Multifamily Project
• IRBs up to $54,820,000 for Legends 267 Multifamily Project
• First amendment to 18th Street Expressway Menards development agreement
• Option purchase agreement for 546 N. 130th St., Bonner Springs, KS
• 2021 budget revision for Health Department Levy Fund for COVID-19 vaccinations

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved four resolutions, including intent to issue up to $45M in industrial revenue bonds for the Milhaus multifamily project and up to $54.82M for the Legends 267 project. It also approved a first amendment to the 18th Street Expressway Menards development agreement and an option purchase agreement for 546 N. 130th St. in Bonner Springs. The committee approved a 2021 budget revision giving the Health Department Levy Fund $4.9M in spending authority for COVID-19 vaccination costs, and received information-only updates on 2020 budget results and motor vehicle registration customer service.

• Approved resolution of intent to issue up to $45,000,000 in IRBs for the Milhaus multifamily project (5-0)
• Approved resolution of intent to issue up to $54,820,000 in IRBs for the Legends 267 multifamily project (5-0)
• Approved first amendment to the 18th Street Expressway Menards development agreement, including developer's right to self-insure (5-0)
• Approved option purchase agreement for 546 N. 130th St., Bonner Springs, to River Bend Land Co. - PV LLC for $145,000 (5-0)
• Approved master equipment lease/purchase agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp (5-0)
• Approved $4.9M 2021 budget revision for the Health Department Levy Fund for COVID-19 vaccination effort (5-0)
• Received information-only update on 2020 Motor Vehicle registration customer service
• Received information-only presentations on Fourth Quarter 2020 budget vs. actuals and budget revisions

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met to consider Land Bank option applications for residential and garage properties. The committee also reviewed the administrative transfer of multiple properties to UG/BPU ownership.

• Land Bank option applications for 2630 N. 102nd St. and 3008 N. 30th St.
• Land Bank option application for 1310 Troup Ave. and 2000 N. 13th St.
• Land Bank option application for 3306 N. 33rd St.
• Property transfer for 923 Pacific Ave. contingent on code-compliant driveway construction
• Administrative transfer of 19 properties to UG/BPU ownership

The committee approved land bank option applications for a home and a garage, while denying one property option due to its proximity to a historic site. It also approved a yard extension with a deed restriction and transferred 20 utility-related properties to the Unified Government/BPU.

• Approved land bank option for 2630 N. 102nd St. (4-0)
• Tabled land bank option for 3008 N. 30th St. for one month (4-0)
• Approved land bank option for garage at 1310 Troup Ave. (4-0)
• Denied land bank option for 3306 N. 33rd St. (4-0)
• Approved transfer of 923 Pacific Ave. with deed restriction against parking on unimproved surfaces (4-0)
• Approved transfer of 20 BPU/utility properties from Land Bank to UG/BPU (4-0)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Unified Government Board of Commissioners met to approve multiple rezonings, plats for the Turner Logistics Center, and $96 million in bonds for courthouse improvements and municipal notes. The meeting also included recognition of public service and a vote to lift the COVID-19 health order.

• Approved rezoning of 915 North 69th Street from R-1 to MP-2 for Turner Logistics Center expansion
• Approved plats for Turner Logistics Center Third and Fourth Plats at College Parkway and Orville Avenue
• Authorized $50.3M in General Obligation Municipal Temporary Notes and $45.7M in General Obligation Bonds
• Approved special use permits for a car audio shop at 1315 State Avenue and goats at 7640 Tauromee Avenue
• Voted 10-0 to lift the COVID-19 health order

The Unified Government Commission approved a change of zone and master plan amendment for the Turner Logistics Center at 915 North 69th Street, allowing industrial development on 49.30 acres. The Commission also approved the sale of $50.3 million in municipal temporary notes and $45.7 million in general obligation bonds, and tabled a special use permit for a shipping container at 3500 North 32nd Terrace until March 25, 2021. All votes were 10-0, with one commissioner absent.

• Approved Change of Zone #COZ-0008 from R-1 to MP-2 for Turner Logistics Center at 915 North 69th Street (10-0)
• Approved Master Plan Amendment #MPL2021-002 to Industrial for 915 North 69th Street (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #SP2020-100 for car audio shop at 1315 State Avenue for two years (10-0)
• Tabled Special Use Permit #SP-2020-105 for shipping container at 3500 North 32nd Terrace until March 25, 2021 (10-0)
• Approved Vacation Application #VAC2020-001 for right-of-way at 9700 Leavenworth Road (10-0)
• Approved Vacation Application #VAC2020-002 for right-of-way at 9700 Leavenworth Road (10-0)
• Approved Plan Review #PR2020-035 for Tidal Wave Auto Spa at 10762 Parallel Parkway (10-0)
• Approved ordinances rezoning 4520/4600 Parkview Avenue, 615 North 69th Street, 6863 State Avenue, and 1879 Village West Parkway (10-0 each)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is holding a special session on February 25, 2021, at 5:00 PM to discuss the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CMIP) followed by a SOAR update. The public can observe via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom due to COVID-19.

• 5-Year CMIP discussion
• SOAR update
• Special session notice
• Public access via Zoom webinar

The Commission reviewed a report detailing a projected $1.5B deferred maintenance gap for streets and bridges over 25 years. Mayor Alvey proposed forming a steering committee to develop a long-term strategy to address the crisis. Staff also provided updates on the Stabilization, Occupation and Revitalization (SOAR) program's efforts to combat illegal dumping and blight.

• Proposed creation of a steering committee to develop a 25-year infrastructure strategy
• Reported 16 convictions and 6 pending trials for illegal dumping in 2020
• Reported 62 total rehabs completed via Land Bank Rehab Program as of Dec 31, 2020
• Reported 26 Adopt-A-Spot cleanups held in 2020

Committee/Task Force

The council met to receive reports on senior tax preparation and COVID-19 vaccination assistance. No formal votes were recorded, and no Chair or Co-Chair was elected for 2021.

• No Chair/Co-Chair elected for 2021
• No minutes approved as the previous meeting occurred in February 2020

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Administration & Human Services Standing Committee convened virtually on February 22, 2021. The agenda contained only procedural items and no decisions or discussions beyond a non-action update on CARES Act funding.

The committee received an information-only update on CARES Act funding from Crystal Sprague, the CARES Act Team Leader. She reported that 68 subrecipients and about 80 small businesses completed final reporting, that roughly 8.5% of funds remained unspent at the end of January, and that about $98,000 would be reallocated to local jurisdictions. She also described upcoming relief programs, including the Kansas Emergency Rental Assistance program opening March 15 and the American Rescue Plan still in the House. No decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 6:04 p.m.

• No substantive decisions — CARES Act funding item was for information only
• No votes recorded; no agenda revisions and no minutes approved
• Meeting adjourned at 6:04 p.m.

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee is meeting via Zoom. The main agenda item is an informational update on the Community Connect Program and the deployment and use of body worn cameras, presented by Chief Michael York and Acting Chief Pamela Waldeck. The committee will also approve minutes from November 16, 2020.

• Update on Community Connect Program and body worn cameras (Tracking #21641)
• Approval of standing committee minutes from November 16, 2020

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee received an information-only update on the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department's body-worn camera deployment and community camera programs. Police officials said 303 body-worn camera kits and 101 in-car cameras were purchased, with 63 in-car installations done so far, and described retention policies and public viewing rules. No votes or policy decisions were made; the committee also approved the November 16, 2020 minutes and adjourned at 5:30 p.m.

• Approved November 16, 2020 standing committee minutes (6-0)
• Received information-only update on body-worn cameras and Community Connect Program (no vote)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session to discuss the MARC Climate Action Report, new improvements and enhancements for Parks & Recreation, and the SVV/Casino grant distribution formula. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or YouTube due to COVID-19.

• MARC Climate Action Report discussion
• Parks & Recreation new improvements and enhancements
• SVV/Casino grant distribution formula

The Commission received a regional climate action report and a summary of $2M in CARES Act-funded parks projects. Staff also presented the 2021 casino grant distribution formula for feedback.

• Reviewed MARC Regional Climate Action Plan (no formal action taken)
• Reported completion of $1.2M HVAC and Bipolar Ionization project in 7 facilities
• Reported completion of $504,700 restroom replacements at 4 locations
• Reported completion of $150,000 Jersey Creek Trail resurfacing
• Reported purchase of $116,000 sanitation utility trucks
• Confirmed 2021 Casino Grant total of $852,500 to be split among Mayor and 10 commissioners

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission met virtually to vote on several items, including authorizing legal proceedings to acquire land for the 7th Street Trafficway and Central Avenue Intersection Improvement Project. The Commission also approved resolutions for quiet zone improvements on Swingster Road, capital asset policy revisions, a grant amendment for overdose prevention, and a public hearing for a redevelopment district at 6700 Kaw Drive. Additionally, the Commission approved a subdivision plat and land bank option applications.

• Ordinance to acquire land for 7th and Central intersection project (KDOT Project No. 105 KA-5148-01)
• Resolution adopting quiet zone improvements on Swingster Road with Bonner Springs
• Resolution revising Capital Asset and Equipment Investment and Management Policy
• Amended KDHE grant increased from $50,000 to $57,500 for Overdose Data to Action Program
• Public hearing set for March 25, 2021, for redevelopment district at 6700 Kaw Drive

The Commission approved an ordinance to begin eminent domain proceedings for intersection improvements at 7th Street Trafficway and Central Avenue. Other actions included approving a quiet zone agreement with Bonner Springs and revising capital asset policies.

• Approved Ordinance O-26-21 to acquire land for 7th Street Trafficway and Central Avenue Intersection Improvement Project (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-9-21 for quiet zone and other improvements on Swingster Road with Bonner Springs (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-10-21 revising Capital Asset and Equipment Investment and Management Policy (10-0)
• Approved amending Kansas Overdose Data to Action Program grant from $50,000 to $57,500 (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-11-21 setting March 25, 2021, public hearing for redevelopment district at 6700 Kaw Drive (10-0)
• Approved Rakoski Addition plat at Leavenworth Road and 123rd Street (10-0)
• Approved four Land Bank option applications for properties on N. 61st St., Shawnee Rd., and S. 73rd Ter. (10-0)

Committee/Task Force

The supplied record for the February 10, 2021 LEAB meeting contains no minutes and no Zoom recording. The only details given are the date, a 4:00pm start time, and the location, KCKPD HQ. No decisions, votes, or discussion items are recorded in the source, so none can be reported.

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government WyCo/KCK Board of Park Commissioners met via Zoom on Feb. 10, 2021. It approved the agenda and the minutes of the prior regular meeting, both by 9-0 votes. The board received a 2021 Parks and Recreation budget presentation and staff updates on a new fire station at Pierson Park, a new restroom at Wyandotte County Park, trout stocking, and dock slip policy. No new substantive business was decided.

• Adopted the agenda (Ayes 9, Nays 0)
• Approved minutes of the prior regular meeting (Ayes 9, Nays 0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:06 p.m. (Ayes 9, Nays 0)

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is meeting to handle routine business, including approving January minutes and assigning a secretary. They will also discuss homelessness in Kansas City, Kansas, and realign their goals and assignments for the coming period.

• Revision of January meeting minutes
• Discussion of Safe and Welcoming Kansas City initiative
• Homelessness in KCK discussion based on Public Library notes
• Assignment of secretary role
• Goals realignment and assignments

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues approved the January meeting minutes and discussed sending another letter of support for the Safe and Welcoming Kansas City initiative. Members also talked about homelessness, housing ordinances, and communication goals, but took no formal action on those items. Marge was assigned as secretary for 2021, with Tom as backup.

• Approved January meeting minutes (move by Tom A., second by Karen)
• Marge will be secretary in 2021; Tom will be backup secretary
• Abbie is Chair, Jim is First Vice Chair, Karen is Second Vice Chair
• Maritza asked to draft a new letter of support for Safe and Welcoming Kansas City
• Communications plan and housing identified as current priorities

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee will consider a resolution to set a public hearing for creating a redevelopment district at 6700 Kaw Drive. They will also review updated Industrial Revenue Bond and Tax Increment Financing policies, and receive the fourth quarter 2020 investment report. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and is held via Zoom.

• Resolution to set public hearing on March 25, 2021 for redevelopment district at 6700 Kaw Drive
• Review of updated Industrial Revenue Bond policy (information only)
• Review of new Tax Increment Financing policy (information only)
• Fourth Quarter 2020 Investment Report (information only)
• Approval of standing committee minutes from November 2 & 30, 2020

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee voted 6-0 to set a public hearing for March 25, 2021, on creating a redevelopment district with a TIF district at 6700 Kaw Drive. Staff described a proposed project there that would include a Fresh Market grocery store, retail space, and a permanent location for Jones Bar-B-Q, with a full presentation planned for March 1. The committee also reviewed, for information only, an updated Industrial Revenue Bond policy and a new Tax Increment Financing policy, and received the fourth quarter 2020 investment report. No action was taken on the two policies or the investment report.

• Approved setting a public hearing for March 25, 2021, on creating a redevelopment district with a TIF district at 6700 Kaw Drive (6-0)
• Approved minutes from November 2 and 30, 2020 meetings (6-0)
• Reviewed updated Industrial Revenue Bond policy and new Tax Increment Financing policy; no vote, information only
• Received fourth quarter 2020 investment report; information only

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee will consider six Land Bank option applications for single-family homes, a garage, and property options, and will receive a presentation on the tax sale process. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and is open to the public via Zoom.

• Land Bank option applications for 3 single-family homes: 144 N 61st St, 3008 N 30th St, 841 Shawnee Rd
• Land Bank option application for 1 garage: 741 Shawnee Rd
• Land Bank option applications for 2 property options: 3306 N 33rd St, 1904 S 73rd Ter
• Presentation on tax sale process by Jenna Hillyer, Delinquent Real Estate Manager
• Approval of standing committee minutes from September 28 (Revised), November 2 and 30, 2020

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved Land Bank option applications for single-family homes at 144 N. 61st St. and 841 Shawnee Road, and a garage at 741 Shawnee Road, each on 5-0 roll call votes. It held the application at 3008 N. 30th St. for one month (5-0) after public comment that the Quindaro townsite may extend to that area, and held 3306 N. 33rd St. for one month (5-0) over Quindaro proximity and a rezoning policy question. The committee also approved 1904 S. 73rd Terr. (5-0) and received an information-only presentation on the tax sale process.

• Approved Land Bank option for single-family home at 144 N. 61st St. (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option for single-family home at 841 Shawnee Road (5-0)
• Held application for 3008 N. 30th St. one month to review Quindaro historic site relationship (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option for garage at 741 Shawnee Road (5-0)
• Held application for 3306 N. 33rd St. one month over Quindaro proximity and rezoning policy (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option for 1904 S. 73rd Terr. (5-0)
• Set aside September 28, 2020 revised minutes for later review; approved remaining two sets (5-0)
• Received tax sale process presentation for information only

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners held a combined Planning & Zoning and regular session, voting on zoning changes, special use permits, and resolutions. The commission approved a rezoning and plan for a 267-unit apartment complex at 1879 Village West Parkway, and denied a rezoning for a multi-family development at 5115 and 5125 Gibbs Road. The board also adopted resolutions increasing the Sporting KC ticket tax and authorizing up to $20 million in industrial revenue bonds for a student housing project.

• Approved rezoning to RP-6 Planned High Rise Apartment District for 267 units at 1879 Village West Parkway (COZ-0004, MPL2020-014, PR2020-33)
• Denied rezoning to R-4 Garden Apartment District for Tower View Apartments at 5115 and 5125 Gibbs Road (#3243, #MP-2020-8)
• Adopted Resolution R-5-21 increasing Sporting KC ticket tax from $2.25 to $3.50 per ticket
• Adopted Resolution R-7-21 authorizing up to $20,000,000 in industrial revenue bonds for KCKCC student housing
• Approved Land Bank option applications for new homes on Armstrong, Oakland, Everett, and 5th Street parcels

The Unified Government Commission voted 9-0 to deny a change of zone and master plan amendment for a 40-unit apartment complex at 5115 and 5125 Gibbs Road, overturning the Planning Commission's 5-4 recommendation; a valid protest petition had been filed. The Commission also voted 9-0 to remand the Woodlands redevelopment plan review (PR2020-34) back to the Planning Commission to discuss the North 99th Street access point. In the Planning and Zoning portion, the Commission approved several change of zone, special use permit, and plan review items, and later adopted five resolutions on the Regular Consent Agenda.

• Denied Change of Zone 3243 for Tower View Apartments at 5115/5125 Gibbs Road, overturning Planning Commission recommendation (9-0)
• Denied Master Plan Amendment MP-2020-8 for the same Gibbs Road apartment project (9-0)
• Remanded Plan Review PR2020-34 (Woodlands/Scannell Properties business park) to Planning Commission to discuss North 99th Street access (9-0)
• Approved Change of Zone COZ-0002 for an existing duplex at 3410 Metropolitan Avenue (9-0)
• Approved Change of Zone COZ-0003 for an agricultural parcel at 12525 Leavenworth Road (9-0)
• Approved Change of Zone COZ-0004, Master Plan Amendment MPL2020-014, and Plan Review PR2020-33 for 267 apartments at 1879 Village West Parkway (9-0)
• Approved Special Use Permits SU20-00092 (dump truck, 1 year), SU20-00095 (3 goats, 2 years), SU20-00096 (2 goats, 2 years), and SP-2020-98 (Lounge 42, 5 years) (9-0 each)
• Adopted resolutions R-5-21 (Sporting KC ticket tax increase from $2.25 to $3.50), R-6-21 ($600,000 Brownfields grant), R-7-21 (up to $20M IRBs for KCKCC student housing), and R-8-21 (cash and investment policy) (9-0 each)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on January 28, 2021, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes a COVID-19 and vaccination update, followed by a presentation on the safe & welcoming ordinance. The public can observe via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom.

• COVID-19 & vaccination update
• Presentation on the safe & welcoming ordinance
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, and Zoom webinar

The Unified Government Commission held a special session on Jan. 28, 2021, with ten members present and Commissioner Townsend absent. The meeting was informational: a COVID-19 and vaccination update from the Health Department, followed by a presentation and discussion on a proposed Safe & Welcoming ordinance (a community ID plus an ICE non-compliance provision). No ordinance was voted on; commissioners asked staff and community partners to keep working and bring more information back. The meeting adjourned at 6:49 p.m.

• No vote taken on the proposed Safe & Welcoming ordinance; discussion continued
• No vote taken on a community ID program; staff directed to keep researching options
• COVID-19 vaccination update received; no action taken
• Commissioners requested more data on costs, grant risks, and outcomes in other cities

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Library Board held a meeting to appoint a new Vice Chair and review library budget allocations. The board received reports on how recent budget increases were utilized by the Bonner Springs, Turner, and KCK Public libraries. Additionally, the board discussed the County Library Mill Levy and potential legislative impacts on future tax reporting requirements.

• Appointed Jody Boeding as Library Board Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the September 15, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met to approve an amended grant agreement for the Kansas Overdose Data to Action program, increasing funding from $50,000 to $57,500. They also received presentations on the 2021 Comprehensive Fee Schedule and an update on CARES Act funding, both for information only. A public appearance discussed tiny houses as a potential solution to homelessness.

• Approved amendment to KDHE Sub-recipient Agreement for Overdose Data to Action, grant increased from $50,000 to $57,500, no match required
• Presentation of 2021 Comprehensive Fee Schedule (for information only)
• Update on CARES Act funding (for information only)
• Public appearance by Kat Hooley-Lickteig on tiny houses for homelessness (for information only)

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee voted 5-0 to fast-track a $57,500 Kansas Department of Health and Environment overdose data grant to the full Commission. The committee received a presentation on the proposed 2021 Comprehensive Fee Schedule and an update on CARES Act funding, both for information only. A student presented research on tiny houses as a possible response to homelessness, also for information only. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Advanced amended KDHE overdose data grant, increased from $50,000 to $57,500, to full Commission (5-0)
• Approved standing committee minutes from October 26 and November 16, 2020 (5-0)
• 2021 Comprehensive Fee Schedule presentation received for information only
• CARES Act funding update received for information only
• Tiny houses presentation received for information only

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee met to review several resolutions and a presentation. The committee approved an agreement for road improvements and revisions to the county's capital asset policy.

• Resolution for quiet zone and additional improvements on Swingster Road
• Revision to the Capital Asset and Equipment Investment and Management Policy
• Presentation and recommendation regarding Wyandotte County Lake boat slips

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved an intergovernmental agreement with Bonner Springs for quiet zone improvements on Swingster Road, and approved revisions to the Capital Asset and Equipment Investment and Management Policy. It also voted to change Wyandotte County Lake boat slip policy to Option 2, limiting new slips and the waiting list to Wyandotte County residents, with current non-resident slip holders grandfathered in and a 25% non-resident rate increase in 2022. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Bonner Springs for quiet zone improvements on Swingster Road (6-0)
• Approved revisions to the Capital Asset and Equipment Investment and Management Policy (6-0)
• Approved Option 2 for Wyandotte County Lake boat slips: new slips and waiting list limited to Wyandotte County residents, current non-resident holders grandfathered, and a 25% non-resident rate increase in 2022 (6-0)
• Approved October 26, 2020 standing committee minutes (6-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Board of Park Commissioners is holding a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes routine items like adopting the agenda and approving previous minutes, plus a discussion on nonresident boat slips at Wyandotte County Lake Park. Staff will provide updates on CARES Act projects, recreation, and shelter rentals. The meeting is largely procedural with one substantive discussion item.

• Discussion on nonresident boat slips at Wyandotte County Lake Park
• Update on CARES Act projects
• Update on recreation and January 4th shelter rentals
• Moment of silence for Beatrice Lee, District #4 appointee

The Board of Park Commissioners voted 6-2 to continue current policies regarding boat slips at Wyandotte County Lake Park. This decision allows existing non-resident slip holders to retain their spots and keeps the current waiting list procedures in place. Staff also provided updates on completed CARES Act facility improvements and 2021 shelter reservation statistics.

• Adopted January 13, 2021 meeting agenda (8-0)
• Approved December 9, 2020 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Voted to maintain current non-resident boat slip policies (6-2)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:52 p.m. (8-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review the administrator's monthly report, discuss the status of ethics code revisions and amendments, and plan ethics training sessions. They will also discuss potential further review of the ethics code and schedule continued review of Sections 268-270. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters or legal opinions.

• Review of Monthly Report of Administrator
• Status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments and schedule for review
• Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Discussion and review of UG Ethics Commission Website
• Discussion of potential review of UG Ethics Code and proposed amendments and schedule for continued review of Sec.268-270

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board met by Zoom on January 13, 2021, and received a report from Asst Chief Pam Waldeck on KCKPD operations. She reported that body-worn camera rollout continues, with activation expected in late February or early March, and that new in-vehicle cameras are being installed. She also reported two officer resignations tied to an internal investigation, one officer terminated after a vehicle pursuit in which a civilian received a minor injury, authorized sworn strength of 345 versus actual strength of 325, and 14 recruits starting the Police Academy on January 14, 2021. The minutes record no motions, votes, or formal decisions by the board.

• No formal decisions, votes, or motions were recorded; the meeting was a departmental report and discussion
• Reported: body-worn camera rollout continues; Special Enforcement Unit receiving cameras; activation anticipated late February or early March
• Reported: new in-vehicle cameras being installed in district units
• Reported: two police officer resignations stemming from an internal investigation
• Reported: one officer terminated as a result of a vehicle pursuit in which a civilian received a minor injury
• Reported: authorized sworn personnel strength 345; actual sworn strength 325
• Reported: 14 police recruits to start the Police Academy on January 14, 2021
• Reported: one officer being charged with a State Misdemeanor from the District Attorney's Office following an internal affairs investigation

Committee/Task Force

The Sunflower Hill Golf Course Advisory Board met by Zoom on January 12, 2021. Members approved minutes from the March 2020 meeting and received staff reports on the 2020 season and planned 2021 maintenance work. No new spending, contracts, or policies were voted on. The board agreed to not meet again until it can meet in person, or by Zoom if a pressing issue arises, and then voted to adjourn.

• Approved minutes from the March 2020 meeting (motion by David McLain, second by Jeff Manning)
• Agreed to not meet again until it can meet in person, or by Zoom if a pressing issue arises
• Adjourned (motion by Mark Mohler, second by Kevin Jones; all members voted aye)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is meeting to handle routine business, including revising October meeting minutes, updating bylaws, and discussing a housing flyer. They will also discuss homelessness in Kansas City, Kansas, as hosted by the KCK public library, and realign their goals.

• Revision of October meeting minutes
• Bylaws revision and signatures
• Housing and November 19th flyer discussion
• Discussion on homelessness in KCK hosted by the KCK public library
• Goals realignment and assignment

The commission approved the minutes from October 2020. Members discussed upcoming goals for 2021, including housing, healthcare, and the Metropolitan Equality Index, and noted previous support for the Safe and Welcoming Wyandotte ordinance.

• Approved October 2020 minutes

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session to discuss a COVID-19 update, the Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) budget and marketing plan, and funds related to Casino and Schlitterbahn Vacation Village (SVV). The meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2021, at 5:00 PM and will be accessible via Zoom, YouTube, or UGTV. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• COVID-19 update
• Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) budget and marketing plan
• Casino and Schlitterbahn Vacation Village (SVV) grant funds

The Unified Government Commission held a special session on January 7, 2021, receiving a COVID-19 update and a Convention & Visitors Bureau budget and marketing presentation. The CVB budget was placed on the agenda for approval, but the minutes do not record a vote. The Commission also discussed options for allocating an additional $375,000 in Schlitterbahn Vacation Village funds but reached no decision, directing staff to return with a summary. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• No recorded vote on CVB budget; item was added to agenda for approval but no outcome noted
• No decision on allocating additional $375K Schlitterbahn funds; discussion only, staff to return with summary
• COVID-19 update received; no action taken

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners and Planning & Zoning met on January 7, 2021, to consider and vote on a range of zoning, planning, and administrative items. The commission approved a change of zone and master plan amendment for a 270-unit multifamily development, along with numerous other rezoning, special use permits, plats, and ordinances. A proposed multi-family development at Gibbs Road was held over to a later meeting.

• Approved change of zone and master plan amendment for 270 multifamily units at 1111 North 98th St.
• Approved change of zone for industrial use at 6600 Thorn Drive.
• Approved special use permits for short-term rentals, home occupations, and temporary trailers.
• Approved ordinances rezoning properties at 815 Southwest Blvd, 2951 N 115th St, 2025 S 51st St, 1959 S 51st St, 4811 Parallel Pkwy, 11501 Parallel Pkwy, 10901 State Ave, and 809 Southwest Blvd.
• Approved resolution adopting 2021 CVB budget and marketing plan.

The Unified Government Commission approved a change of zone and master plan amendment for a 270-unit apartment complex at 1111 North 98th Street, along with a series of other zoning and special use permit items. The commission also approved a $130 million bond issuance for the Village East Project Areas 2B, 3 and 5 (Homefield) and adopted the 2021 Convention & Visitors Bureau budget. Two items—Change of Zone #3243 and Master Plan Amendment #MP-2020-8 for Tower View Apartments—were held over to the January 28 meeting. All votes recorded were 10-0, with Commissioner Alvey presiding and not voting.

• Approved Change of Zone #3244 from A-G to RP-5 for 270 apartments at 1111 North 98th Street (10-0)
• Approved Master Plan Amendment #MP-2020-9 from Entertainment to Medium Density Residential at 1111 North 98th Street (10-0)
• Approved Change of Zone #3242 from R-1 to MP-3 for industrial use at 6600 Thorn Drive (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #SP-2020-90 for home arts and crafts at 2909 North 74th Street, 2 years (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #SP-2020-99 for temporary office trailer at 6721 Kansas Avenue, 1 year (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #SP-2020-103 for short-term rental at 611 North 6th Street, 1 year (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #SP-2020-104 for COVID-19 temperature-check trailer at 100 Osage Avenue, 2 years (10-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing up to $130,000,000 in Sales Tax Special Obligation Revenue Bonds for Village East Project Areas 2B, 3 and 5 (10-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee approved several resolutions, including a ticket tax increase for Sporting KC events to fund parking improvements, a $600,000 EPA brownfields grant, and up to $20 million in industrial revenue bonds for a KCKCC student housing project. They also heard updates on COVID-19 business efforts and conducted a public hearing on bar and restaurant closing times, taking no action on the latter.

• Approved Second Amendment to Multi-Sport Stadium Specific Venture Agreement, raising ticket tax from $2.25 to $3.50 per ticket
• Approved resolution to join Kansas City Regional Brownfields Assessment Coalition, accepting $600,000 EPA grant
• Approved intent to issue up to $20,000,000 in industrial revenue bonds for KCKCC student housing
• Approved Cash and Investment Policy resolution
• Conducted public hearing on bar and restaurant closing times; no action taken

The committee approved increasing the Sporting KC ticket tax from $2.25 to $3.50 to address a revenue deficit for parking improvements. Other actions included approving a brownfields grant and sales tax exemptions for student housing. The committee also extended a deadline for the Downtown Campus Development Agreement.

• Approved increasing Sporting KC ticket tax from $2.25 to $3.50 (6-0)
• Approved resolution to enter Kansas City Regional Brownfields Assessment Coalition for $600,000 grant (6-0)
• Approved intent to issue industrial revenue bonds up to $20M for KCKCC student housing sales tax exemption (6-0)
• Approved annual Cash and Investment Policy with formatting changes (6-0)
• Approved second amendment to Downtown Campus Development Agreement extending closing date to March 15 (6-0)
• Approved Standing Committee minutes from September 28, 2020 (6-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee reviewed the 2020 Land Bank Summary and several property applications. The committee approved multiple new construction projects, including single-family homes, townhomes, and a duplex. They also approved an agricultural application to develop an inner-city equestrian park.

• Approval of single-family home construction on Armstrong Ave.
• Approval of J Horton Holdings residential projects on Oakland Ave., N. 5th St., and Everett Ave.
• Approval of Amy Strother agricultural application for an equestrian park on N. 44th Ter., Sloan Ave., and Parkview Ave.
• Approval of Land Bank yard extension for 805 N. 11th St. to include 809 N. 11th St.
• Presentation of the 2020 Land Bank Summary

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved three batches of Land Bank option applications: five single-family homes by RST, a J Horton Holdings project with single-family homes, a duplex and townhomes, and Amy Strother's 34-acre inner-city equestrian park. It also approved a yard extension at 809 N. 11th St. for the owner of 805 N. 11th St. Minutes from August 31, 2020 were approved; September 28, 2020 minutes were held over for corrections. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved first batch of Land Bank options (RST, 5 single-family homes) (5-0)
• Approved second batch of Land Bank options (J Horton Holdings: single-family homes, duplex, townhomes) (5-0)
• Approved third batch of Land Bank options (Amy Strother equestrian park) (5-0)
• Approved yard extension transfer at 809 N. 11th St. (5-0)
• Approved August 31, 2020 committee minutes (5-0)
• Held over September 28, 2020 minutes for corrections (5-0)