Wyandotte County public meetings in 2022

General

The Arts, Culture, and Economic Development Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas will hold a virtual meeting on Monday, December 19, 2022, at 1:00 P.M. The public may attend in person at the 5th-floor conference room in City Hall or join via Zoom.

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved several items, including extending the local COVID-19 health emergency through May 1, 2023, and authorizing a memorandum of understanding for a 911 call-taker training program with USD 500 and KCKPD. The commission also adopted the 2023 state legislative program and approved land bank applications for 22 new single-family homes and 4 multi-family units. An economic development presentation was removed from the agenda.

• Resolution R-84-22 extending local health emergency for COVID-19 through May 1, 2023
• Resolution R-83-22 authorizing MOU between USD 500, UG, and KCKPD for 911 call-taker training
• Adoption of 2023 State Legislative Program
• Land Bank option applications: 22 new single-family homes and 4 multi-family units
• Ordinance O-182-22 for Leavenworth Road and Hutton Road intersection project

General

The Unified Government Board of Health will meet in hybrid format on December 15, 2022, at 6:00 PM for a semi-annual update. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• Semi-annual update from the Board of Health
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and remote options

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid mayoral workshop on December 15, 2022, at 4:30 PM. The workshop will feature a presentation by Health Equity Action Transformation (HEAT) followed by a semi-annual update from the Board of Health. The public can observe or listen via YouTube, UGTY, or Zoom.

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet on December 14, 2022, to receive staff updates on various projects. The agenda includes no specific action items, only general updates. The previous two meetings (October and November) lacked a quorum, so this meeting may be the first in months to have enough members for official business.

• Staff updates on various projects
• Previous meetings in October and November lacked quorum

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session to discuss budget and organizational priorities and goal areas for the governing body. The meeting is a hybrid session, with public observation available via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom, or in person. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed; the session is focused on setting priorities.

• Discussion of budget priorities
• Discussion of organizational priorities
• Discussion of goal areas for the governing body

General

The Business and Economic Development Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at 3:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation instructions; no specific business items are listed.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom, with in-person viewing at Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS

General

The Public Arts & Placemaking Subcommittee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually to define its role, set goals for 2023, and discuss future objectives. The agenda includes introductions, defining the team's work, and identifying audiences. This is a planning session, not a decision-making meeting on specific projects.

• Discussion of subcommittee's role within the Arts, Culture & Equitable Development Committee
• Setting three goals for 2023
• Visioning for more public art installations and art-friendly signage codes
• Identifying audiences: neighborhoods/residents, artists, businesses/organizations, Unified Government

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met to review and vote on 20 land bank option applications for new housing and one commercial project. All 20 housing applications were approved, including 16 single-family homes, 4 multi-family units, and 1 garage project. One commercial project and one multi-family application were held for further discussion.

• Approved 16 single-family homes including 10 by Maria Hill at 2541 N. 52nd St. and 5316 Nogard Ct.
• Approved 4 multi-family units at 627 S. Pyle St. and 529 Central Ave.
• Held commercial project (Boston Daniels Peace and Arts Center) at 708 Quindaro Blvd. for one month
• Held garage project at 1966 N. 25th St. for inspection review
• Approved land bank applications totaling 26 new housing units

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee met on December 5, 2022, and approved a second amendment to the Kaw Bridge Development Agreement. No minutes were available for approval, and the meeting was procedural with no public agenda items.

• Second Amendment to Kaw Bridge Development Agreement approved 6/0
• Third Quarter 2022 Investment Report presented

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting to decide on several planning and zoning items, including rezoning for the Margaritaville Resort Hotel, a medical waste transfer station, and multiple other special use permits and ordinances. The agenda includes consent items recommended for approval and non-consent items with split votes, plus a public hearing and committee updates.

• Rezoning to CP-2 Planned General Business for Margaritaville Resort Hotel at 9400 State Avenue, plus special use permit for event center
• Special use permit for medical waste transfer station at 200 Funston Road (10-year approval recommended)
• Rezoning to MP-3 Planned Heavy Industrial for Water Pollution Control offices and Police CSI lab at 822/825 N 49th Street
• Special use permit for short-term rental at 4904 Edgehill Drive (1-year approval recommended)
• Approval of Downtown KCK Commercial Historic District nomination to National Park Service (removed from agenda)

General

The Wyandotte County Full Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution authorizing funding for digitizing District Attorney case files, submitted by Budget Director Reginald Lindsey. The commission will also receive an update on cold weather warming shelters from Assistant County Administrator Alan Howze. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, roll call, and agenda revisions.

• Resolution approving funding for District Attorney digitization project (Tracking #212127)
• Update on cold weather warming shelters (Tracking #212126)

General

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually on Monday, November 21, 2022, at 4:00 PM. Residents may attend in person at the 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas, or join via Zoom.

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission met on November 17, 2022, and took action on several items. The commission voted to hold a $1.7 million request from the District Attorney for digitizing case files until the December 1 meeting, after a motion to approve $850,000 failed. The commission also approved resolutions and ordinances on the consent agenda, including a $51.8 million industrial revenue bond for KC The Yards 2, and held two resolutions (Western University MOU and Quindaro Ruins appointment process) until the next meeting.

• Held $1.7M District Attorney case-file digitizing request until Dec. 1
• Approved $51,803,111 industrial revenue bond for KC The Yards 2 (sales exemption)
• Approved $4,000,000 industrial revenue bond for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies at 1700 Kansas Avenue
• Adopted ordinance setting new commissioner district boundaries (O-164-22)
• Approved replats for Swan Lake Addition Lot 77 and Adney Acres Lot 2

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on November 17, 2022, at 5:00 PM in a hybrid format. The meeting is a joint session with Legislative Delegates and the Commission. The agenda contains only procedural notice and participation details; no specific items for discussion or decision are listed.

• Special session called by Mayor/CEO Tyrone A. Garner
• Joint session with Legislative Delegates and the Commission
• Hybrid format: in-person at Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, KS
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom webinar

General

The Public Arts & Placemaking Subcommittee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting to determine its work, evaluate its approach, and inventory available tools. The agenda includes welcome, expectations, a Jamboard evaluation, and next steps. No formal decisions or votes are listed.

• Jamboard evaluation to define the subcommittee's product, approach, and values
• Toolbox inventory to identify what tools the subcommittee has and needs
• Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 6 at 2:00 pm via Zoom

General

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 6:30 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and access information; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

General

The County Administrator Selection Taskforce will meet in person to discuss the process for selecting the next county administrator. The meeting is open to the public at the Municipal Office Building.

General

The Charter Ordinance Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda contains only procedural items: notice of the meeting, consent to meet, and attestation of notification. No specific policy items or decisions are listed.

• Hybrid meeting (in-person and Zoom) at 5:00 PM, 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Consent to meeting signed by Commissioners Tom Burroughs, Gayle Townsend, Mike Kane, Angela Markley, and Chuck Stites
• Clerk's attestation of notification to committee members and news media

General

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas will hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 3:00 P.M. The meeting can be attended in person at the 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas, or virtually via Zoom.

General

This meeting of the Municipal Court Judge Search Committee, scheduled for November 15, 2022, has been canceled. No other business is listed on the agenda.

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee is meeting to hear three presentations: active assailant training drills and Stop the Bleed, winter weather operations, and the 5-Year Capital Maintenance and Improvement Program. The committee also approved minutes from June 27, 2022, and adjourned.

• Presentation on active assailant training drills and Stop the Bleed (Tracking #212097)
• Presentation on winter weather operations by Public Works (Tracking #212101)
• Presentation on 5-Year Capital Maintenance and Improvement Program (Tracking #212102)
• Approval of standing committee minutes from June 27, 2022

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Administration & Human Services Standing Committee met to approve retroactive funding for a federal planning grant along the Kansas River and discussed operationalizing a previously approved wage increase for sheriff’s deputies. The committee also approved minutes from a prior meeting.

• Approved retroactive Reconnecting Communities Planning Grant for Kaw Point to Armourdale corridor
• Approved 4/0 to increase base salary for sworn sheriff’s office employees effective January 1, 2023
• Approved minutes from June 27, 2022 meeting

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review and potentially approve proposed amendments to the Ethics Code, along with routine items like minutes, the administrator's report, and training schedules. The main action item is the final review and approval of the revised Ethics Code, which includes 2014 and new proposed amendments.

• Final review and approval of UG Ethics Code with 2014 and new proposed amendments
• 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

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet in a hybrid format to receive staff updates on various projects, hear a presentation from Ballard & Kings, and consider an updated Special Event Policy. The agenda also includes adoption of the agenda, approval of previous meeting minutes, and reports on recreation programs and facility projects.

• Ballard & Kings presentation
• Updated Special Event Policy
• Project updates from Jack Webb
• Donuts with Santa and other recreation updates
• Parkwood Pool recap, Armourdale Community Center, WYCO Lake Marina updates

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met to review land bank applications, property transfers, and a downtown historic district nomination. All items were approved except two land bank applications that lacked a motion and one donation request held for additional information.

• Approval of Downtown KCK Commercial Historic District nomination for National Park Service submission
• 25 new single-family homes approved across Wyandotte County, including 7 homes at 52-74 N. 9th St. and 3 homes at 648-654 Simpson Ave.
• Land Bank option applications approved for 12 multi-family units at 2518-2610 N. 57th St.
• Property transfers approved for 3 parcels including 1257 Ray Ave. to Kansas City, KS Housing Authority
• Donation of 1263 Shawnee Ave. approved; 917 Shawnee Ave. held for additional information

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission approved amendments to the storm and surface water utility fee, updated animal ordinances, accepted a $75,000 grant for maternal and child health home visiting, and made board appointments. The meeting also included proclamations and an update on the warming shelter. A term limits ordinance was removed from the agenda.

• Approved ordinances O-157-22 and O-158-22 amending storm and surface water utility fee (9-1, Burroughs no)
• Approved O-159-22 amending animal ordinances including new Reckless Pet Owner declaration
• Accepted $75,000 grant from Kansas Department of Health and Environment for Universal Home Visiting expansion
• Approved O-160-22 amending Teen Advisory Council provisions
• Approved O-161-22 and R-71-22 amending open burning code provisions

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session to receive updates on the Facilities Tiering Study and Recreation Study. The meeting is informational, with no listed votes or decisions.

• Hybrid special session on November 3, 2022, at 5:00 PM
• Updates on Facilities Tiering Study
• Updates on Recreation Study
• Public access via YouTube, UGTYV, Zoom, or in-person at Municipal Office Building

General

The Land Bank Policy Review Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a community conversation meeting on November 1, 2022, at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be held in person at the Argentine Community Center, 2810 Metropolitan Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas 66106. The topic is a community conversation regarding Land Bank policy.

• Public meeting on Land Bank policy review
• In-person at Argentine Community Center, 2810 Metropolitan Avenue

General

The Business and Economic Development Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 3:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation instructions, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

• Meeting to be held virtually via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on Monday, October 31, 2022, at 1:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas called a special session to hold an executive session closed to the public for legal counsel consultation on litigation. A public presentation on the Sheriff’s Office salary funding followed at 6:00 PM.

• Executive session on litigation (closed to public)
• Public presentation on Sheriff’s Office salary funding at 6:00 PM

General

The Unified Government Infrastructure Sub-Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss land bank policy. This is a community conversation, not a formal decision-making session.

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved all five action items on its agenda, including accepting grants for maternal and child health home visiting and overdose prevention, approving a CDBG-CV action plan amendment, endorsing ARPA subcommittee recommendations, and amending the Teen Advisory Council ordinance. The overdose prevention grant was fast-tracked to the full commission meeting on October 27, 2022.

• Approved $75,000 grant from Kansas Department of Health and Environment for Maternal and Child Health Universal Home Visiting Expansion, adding 1 FTE Community Health Worker
• Approved $300,000 NACCHO grant for Implementing Overdose Prevention Strategies at the Local Level, fast-tracked to full commission
• Approved 2019 Annual Action Plan Amendment #3 for CDBG-CV funded activities
• Approved ARPA Subcommittee project recommendations
• Approved ordinance amendments to Teen Advisory Council in Chapter 2 of Code of Ordinances

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Committee approved amendments to animal regulations, including new penalties and a Reckless Pet Owner declaration, and heard a constituent's concern that KCK Animal Services is full and strays are not being picked up. The committee also received an informational update on the Public Works strategic plan.

• Approved amendments to Chapter 7 (Animal Regulations) covering Sections 7-2 (Penalty), 7-79 (Cruelty and Neglect), 7-216 (Dangerous Animals), 7-217 (Vicious Animals), and new Section 7-82 (Reckless Pet Owner)
• Constituent Christen Fornal-Higbee appeared to discuss that KCK Animal Services is full and strays are not being picked up
• Received presentation on Public Works Strategic Plan (information only)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2022 meeting

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually to review and finalize the list of recipients and award amounts for ARPA funds. The committee will prepare a presentation for the October 24, 2022, standing committee meeting and discuss next steps, including full commission adoption.

• Review and finalize ARPA recipient list and award amounts
• Prepare presentation for October 24, 2022, A/HS-Standing Committee meeting
• Discuss next steps for full commission adoption

General

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at 6:30 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be discussed.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street
• Meeting ID: 898 9298 4236, Passcode: 763439

General

The Land Bank Policy Review Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a community conversation meeting in person on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at 6:30 PM. The topic is Land Bank Policy. Residents are invited to attend at the Eisenhower Community Center, 2901 N. 72nd Street, Kansas City, Kansas 66109.

• Public meeting on Land Bank Policy review
• In-person at Eisenhower Community Center, 2901 N. 72nd Street
• Hosted by Land Bank Policy Review Sub-Committee

General

The Public Arts & Placemaking Subcommittee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually to set future goals, objectives, and expectations. The agenda includes welcoming, setting future meeting times, discussing subcommittee objectives and goals, and a brainstorming session. The meeting is primarily organizational, with no decisions or votes scheduled.

• Set future meeting times
• Discuss subcommittee objectives and goals
• Jam Board Brainstorm session
• Review questions and answers from Sept. 1 meeting, including potential use of Hotel Tax Fund for art

General

The Charter Ordinance Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation instructions, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

• Hybrid meeting format with in-person option at 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Virtual participation via Zoom webinar with meeting ID 843 7289 8888

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The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on October 17, 2022, at 4:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no specific items for discussion or decision.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom, with in-person viewing at Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• No agenda items listed beyond meeting notice

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved a consent agenda including a new drone ordinance, resolutions for road and bridge projects, and participation in regional electric vehicle initiatives. They also set over items on open burning and storm water fees to a later date. The meeting included proclamations and a public comment period.

• Ordinance O-144-22 regulating unmanned aerial vehicles (drones)
• Resolutions R-62-22 and R-63-22 for Leavenworth/Hutton Road intersection and Bridge 311 over Barber Creek
• $5,000 contribution to MARC for regional EV strategic plan
• $15,000 matching funds for MARC EV infrastructure grant
• Storm and Surface Water Utility fee amendment set over to November 3

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas Law Enforcement Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting on October 12, 2022, at 4:00 PM. Residents may attend in person at the 5th-floor conference room in Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas, or join via Zoom.

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met on October 10, 2022, and approved 23 land-bank option applications for new single-family and multi-family homes totaling 26 units. Three garage proposals were denied. The committee also considered property transfers and updates on the KCATA East-West Transit Study.

• Approved 23 land-bank housing projects: 26 single-family and multi-family units across Wyandotte County
• Denied 3 garage proposals at 1114 Rowland Ave., 1120 Sandusky Ave., and 1509 Pacific Ave.
• Approved 5 land-bank property transfers including Unified Government (4600 Orville Ave.) and Kansas City, KS Housing Authority (1257 Ray Ave.)
• Discussed KCATA East-West Transit Study update (for information only)
• Approved 4 commercial land-bank applications on Minnesota Ave.

General

The Community Safety & Justice Taskforce will meet on October 6, 2022, at 3:30 PM in a hybrid format to receive updates on Municipal Court fee and fine reform, discuss a violence reduction plan ordinance, and hear a presentation on a public health approach to public safety. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Update on fee and fine reform in Municipal Court
• Violence reduction plan ordinance (brief information and update)
• Public health approach to public safety and violence reduction presentation by Juliann Van Liew, Director of Public Health Department

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas will meet virtually on October 4, 2022 to review, discuss, and finalize the list of ARPA grant recipients and their award amounts. The meeting will also address adjustments to funding amounts and agree on a timeline for full commission adoption.

• Finalize list of ARPA grant recipients
• Determine and agree on funding award amounts
• Discuss adjustments to proposed funding amounts
• Set timeline for full commission adoption

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will hold a routine virtual meeting. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, council concerns, director's report, and other business. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural and informational.

• Approval of August 24, 2022 minutes (with correction noting Jammie Johnson was present)
• Director's report on Leavenworth and Wyandotte county activities
• Next meeting scheduled for October 26, 2022

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved several items, including a drone ordinance, resolutions for land surveys for the Leavenworth/Hutton Road intersection and Bridge 311 over Barber Creek, and amendments to open burning code. They also received presentations on a grant for fine and fee justice, a composting feasibility study, and a quarterly public works report. A scheduled appearance about animal services was rescheduled.

• Ordinance adding drone regulations to Chapter 22, Article IV
• Resolution authorizing survey for Leavenworth and Hutton Road intersection project (CMIP 1609)
• Resolution authorizing survey for Bridge 311 over Barber Creek reconstruction (Project 105 U-2436-01)
• Amendments to open burning code sections 3-3 and 3-17(h)(1)(a)
• Presentation on EPA-funded composting feasibility study

General

The Municipal Court Administrative Judge Search Committee is meeting in person for an executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the search for an administrative judge. The session is closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act, and no other business is listed.

• Executive session to discuss personnel matters for the Municipal Court Administrative Judge search
• Meeting held in person at the Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

General

The Charter Ordinance Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on September 20, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

• Hybrid meeting: in-person at 701 N. 7th Street, 5th-floor conference room, or via Zoom webinar
• Zoom webinar ID: 867 3845 1387, passcode: 257201
• Phone dial-in options available (toll and toll-free)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission held a hybrid meeting on September 15, 2022, approving multiple budgets, fees, and resolutions. Key actions included adopting the 2023 budgets for the library and Unified Government, setting sewer and solid waste fees, and authorizing bond issuances for capital improvements. A public hearing was scheduled for October 27, 2022, regarding a redevelopment project plan at 505 Central Avenue.

• Approved 2023 Wyandotte County Library budget (Resolution R-49-22)
• Set sewer service charges and solid waste fees effective January 1, 2023 (Ordinances O-129-22, O-130-22)
• Adopted 2023-2027 capital improvements plan and authorized bond issuances (Resolution R-54-22, Ordinance O-132-22)
• Scheduled public hearing for October 27, 2022, on redevelopment project plan at 505 Central Avenue
• Appointed electors to witness destruction of ballots (Resolution R-55-22)

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet in a hybrid format to discuss the CSO-19 Big 11 Project, presented by the UG Department of Public Works/Engineering, and receive staff updates on maintenance, projects, mowing, recreation, and department matters. The agenda includes routine items like adoption of the agenda, approval of previous minutes, and public comments.

• CSO-19 Big 11 Project presentation by Public Works/Engineering
• Staff updates: maintenance, projects, mowing (Jack Webb)
• Recreation updates (Shaya Lockett)
• Department updates (Angel Obert)
• Approval of August 10, 2022 minutes; June meeting lacked quorum

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is meeting to discuss housing, as well as the impact of property valuations and tax increases on senior and disabled citizens. The agenda includes new business items and open discussion, with no formal decisions listed.

• Housing discussion led by Matt Kleinmann
• Impact of property valuations and tax increases on senior citizens
• Impact of property valuations and tax increases on disabled citizens

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review and approve the minutes from July 14, 2022, and to discuss old and new business. They will review the administrator's monthly report, the status of ethics code revisions, training sessions, and the commission website. The main item is the finalization of the UG Ethics Code with proposed amendments, covering sections 2-258 through 2-264, and continuing review of sections 265-270. The meeting also includes a public comment session and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Final review of UG Ethics Code sections 2-258 to 2-264 with proposed amendments
• Continue final review of sections 265-267 (August) and 268-270 (September)
• Review of monthly report of the Ethics Administrator
• Status update on ethics code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of ethics training sessions and schedule

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually to review the wildcard summary and discuss the scaled-down projects-45 and up list. They will consider which projects to fund and update the timeline for next steps.

• Review of wildcard project submissions
• Discussion of scaled-down projects-45 and up list
• Review of projects to be funded
• Update timeline for next steps

General

The County Administrator Selection Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format on September 6, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda topic is a building survey and administrator profile. No decisions or specific proposals are listed in the agenda text.

• Meeting on building survey and administrator profile
• Hybrid format: in-person at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS, or via Zoom webinar

General

The Business and Economic Development Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at 3:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation instructions, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of planning and zoning items, including rezoning requests, special use permits, and adoption of several development plans. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the 505 Central Development Project and a resolution to close out the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. Most items are recommended for approval by the Planning and Urban Design Director.

• Rezoning at 4744 Georgia Avenue from R-1 to R-2 for a duplex
• Rezoning and special use permit for Endless Outdoors Nature Experience at 2640 Woodend Lane
• Special use permits for short-term rentals at 733 Ohio Avenue and 3008 South 9th Street
• Adoption of Northeast KCK Heritage Trail Plan, Merriam Connected Corridor Plan, and goDotte Countywide Strategic Mobility Plan
• Public hearing on 505 Central Development Project and resolution for Municipal Temporary Notes Series 2022-II

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The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on August 25, 2022, at 4:00 PM for a budget workshop and a presentation from Fire Command/IAFF. The meeting is hybrid, with public observation available via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person.

• Budget workshop
• Presentation from Fire Command/IAFF

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 director's reports for both counties. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Director's report on Wyandotte County programs, including ARPA funding request of about $607K for rental, prescription, energy, and internet assistance
• Update on Leavenworth County senior services, including new vehicles, Meals on Wheels fundraiser, and fire alarms for hearing-impaired seniors
• Next meeting scheduled for September 28, 2022

General

The Wyandotte County Library Board is holding a special meeting with a public hearing to discuss and possibly define the Revenue Neutral Rate. The board will also read and vote on resolutions. The meeting is hybrid, in person at the West Branch Library or via Zoom.

• Public hearing on Revenue Neutral Rate
• Possible discussion defining Revenue Neutral Rate
• Vote on resolutions
• Hybrid meeting at West Branch Library, 1737 N. 82nd Street, KCK

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The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually to workshop application rankings for ARPA funds. The agenda includes a request to match funds for the Safer Streets 4 All program, an update on ARPA final rules for housing projects, and initial recommendation discussions. No final decisions are listed; the meeting focuses on ranking and next steps.

• Safer Streets 4 All Match Request
• Update: ARPA Final Rule-Housing Projects
• Workshop: Applications Ranking
• Initial Recommendation Discussions

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission held a special meeting with two public hearings: one on exceeding the revenue neutral rate and one on the proposed 2022 amended budget and 2023 budget. The commission approved a resolution and ordinance to exceed the revenue neutral rate, the mayor vetoed it, and the commission overrode the veto. The meeting adjourned after these actions.

• Public hearing on exceeding the revenue neutral rate
• Public hearing on proposed 2022 amended budget and 2023 budget
• Resolution R-45-22 and Ordinance O-108-22 approved to exceed revenue neutral rate
• Mayor's veto overridden by commission
• Meeting adjourned at 9:40 PM

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved a resolution to hold a public hearing on August 25, 2022, to close out the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP3), as required by the Kansas Department of Commerce. The committee also approved minutes from March 28, 2022, and adjourned.

• Approved resolution to conduct public hearing for NSP3 close-out (Tracking #211866)
• Request to fast-track NSP3 item to August 25 full commission meeting
• Approved standing committee minutes from March 28, 2022

General

The County Administrator Search Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in person to discuss the search for a new county administrator. The agenda is procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Meeting of the County Administrator Search Committee
• In-person meeting at 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on August 11, 2022, at 4:00 PM. The meeting includes a presentation from the Fairfax Industrial Association followed by a budget workshop. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Presentation from the Fairfax Industrial Association
• Budget workshop

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission met on August 11, 2022, and approved a consent agenda including grants, plats, and resolutions, as well as an ordinance creating a Solid Waste Enterprise Fund. The meeting also included updates on the county administrator search, infrastructure, and economic development, and several proclamations. One item, an ordinance amending open burning code provisions, was removed and remanded back to committee.

• Approved FY22 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant of $99,209 for police
• Approved KDHE grant of $340,000 for TB outbreak response
• Approved transfer of real property to City of Edwardsville
• Approved plats for The Helm and Turner Logistics Center West
• Approved Ordinance O-107-22 creating Solid Waste Enterprise Fund

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board is holding its regular meeting with a standard agenda. They will consider adopting the agenda and approving the minutes from the July 13, 2022 meeting. New business includes a discussion on memorials at parks, and staff will provide updates on maintenance, recreation, and the CSO-19 Big 11 project.

• Discussion on memorials at parks
• Maintenance and project updates by Jack Webb
• Recreation updates by Shaya Lockett
• CSO-19 Big 11 update by Angel Obert
• Approval of July 13, 2022 meeting minutes

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved two ordinances: one correcting the legal boundary description of the Village East STAR Bond District, and one creating a Solid Waste Enterprise Fund. It also received an informational report on the Unified Government Grants Management Manual. All votes were unanimous.

• Ordinance clarifying Village East STAR Bond District boundaries (Tracking #211863)
• Ordinance creating Solid Waste Enterprise Fund (Tracking #211864), fast-tracked to full commission Aug 11
• Report on Unified Government Grants Management Manual (Tracking #211860, informational only)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, August 8, 2022, has been canceled due to a lack of items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of items

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on August 4, 2022, at 4:30 PM. The agenda includes a presentation by the Wyandotte County Sheriff and the presentation of the 2023 proposed budget. The meeting is hybrid, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person.

• Presentation by the Wyandotte County Sheriff
• Presentation of the 2023 proposed budget

General

The Infrastructure Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet in a hybrid format to discuss community engagement for Phase II of Parks & Rec and UG Facilities. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom webinar.

• Discussion of Phase II Parks & Rec and UG Facilities community engagement
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and virtual attendance options

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually to conduct a workshop for ranking ARPA funding applications. The agenda includes a presentation on the Housing Trust Fund, a workshop on application ranking, and initial recommendation discussions. No final decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and next steps.

• Workshop on ARPA application ranking
• Housing Trust Fund presentation
• Initial recommendation discussions on ARPA applications
• Virtual meeting via Zoom, with in-person viewing at Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues has cancelled its August 1, 2022 meeting. The next scheduled meeting is September 12, 2022. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled for August 1, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for September 12, 2022

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on July 28, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes presentations from Wyandotte County elected officials and the Urban Planning & Zoning department. The meeting is hybrid, with public access via Zoom, YouTube, or in person.

• Presentations from Wyandotte County elected officials
• Urban Planning & Zoning presentation
• Hybrid meeting format with public access options

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will meet virtually on July 27, 2022. The agenda includes routine items like call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and reports from the director for both counties. No votes or major decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for receiving updates and discussing council concerns.

• Leavenworth County meal price increase from $5.25 to $6.50 effective Oct 1, 2022
• Trinity Lutheran Church congregate meal site reopened for in-person dining June 1
• Basehor Congregate meal site at Hickory Villa opened for in-person dining June 15
• Public hearing on July 26 at Bonner Springs Library for Wyandotte County Aging office
• Area Agency on Aging selected as only pilot in state for electronic programming

General

The Government Efficiency Special Committee is meeting virtually to receive overviews of the Unified Government's budget and organizational structure from Deputy CFO Debbie Jonscher and ACA Brett Deichler. The agenda also includes a recap of the last meeting, a proposal process discussion, and planning for the next meeting. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• UG Budget Overview presented by Deputy CFO Debbie Jonscher
• UG Organizational Structure Overview presented by ACA Brett Deichler
• Proposal Process discussion led by Commissioner Christian Ramirez
• Recap of last meeting and next meeting agenda items

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Public Works & Safety Standing Committee met on July 25, 2022, and approved several items including revised open-burning ordinances, emergency management plans, and grant applications. The committee also approved real property transfers to Edwardsville and honorary street signs.

• Amended open-burning code provisions (3-3 Definitions and 3-17(h)(1)(a))
• Adopted Family Reunification Plan as part of the Emergency Operations Plan
• Approved $99,209 FY22 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program
• Approved FY23 JAG Program funding request
• Approved transfer of properties from UG ownership to City of Edwardsville

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Administration & Human Services Standing Committee met on July 25, 2022, and approved a $340,000 grant from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to respond to a TB outbreak. The committee also received an informational update on the Area Agency on Aging. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Accepted $340,000 KDHE grant for TB outbreak response (no match required)
• Received update on Area Agency on Aging (information only)
• Approved minutes from February 28, 2022 meeting

General

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on July 21, 2022, at 3:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation instructions, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

• Meeting conducted virtually via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually on July 18, 2022, to review and prioritize submitted applications for ARPA funding. The meeting is open to the public, both in person and via Zoom.

• Review and prioritize ARPA funding applications
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing at Municipal Office Building, 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515

General

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review and approve the minutes from June 9, 2022, and to discuss old and new business. The main item is the finalization of the UG Ethics Code with 2014 and new proposed amendments (Sec. 2-258 – Sec. 2-264). The commission will also review the administrator's monthly report, ethics training schedules, and the commission website, and may enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Finalization of UG Ethics Code amendments (Sec. 2-258 – Sec. 2-264)
• Review of monthly report of administrator
• Status of ethics code revisions and amendments
• Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Discussion and review of UG Ethics Commission website

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved a resolution to exceed the revenue neutral rate and set a public hearing, with Commissioner Burroughs voting no. They also approved a sister city agreement with Carmago, Mexico, and a police grant application. Updates were provided on human resources, organization, grants, and the county administrator search. A public hearing was held on the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan.

• Resolution R-35-22: Notice of Intent to Exceed Revenue Neutral Rate, set public hearing, and maximum mill levy/proposed tax rate (approved 8/1)
• Resolution R-36-22: Sister City with City of Carmago, Mexico (approved 9/0)
• Grant: Kansas City Kansas Police Department Victim Services VOCA FY 2023 (approved 9/0)
• Resolution R-37-22: Set public hearing for redevelopment district at 505 Central Ave on August 25, 2022 (approved 9/0)
• Resolution R-38-22: Adopting procedures for redistricting commissioner districts (approved 9/0)

General

This agenda is a notice of an executive session of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, scheduled for July 14, 2022, immediately after the regular commission meeting. The session is for a discussion regarding personnel. No other items are listed.

• Executive session on personnel
• Held in the 5-floor conference room, Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, KS

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met to approve a redevelopment district at 505 Central Ave and adopt a development agreement for the same property. The committee also approved an ordinance to reallocate American Rescue Plan Act funds based on revised revenue calculations. Several financial reports and presentations were provided for informational purposes.

• Set public hearing date for 505 Central redevelopment district
• Adopted 505 Central Development Agreement
• Approved ARPA revenue replacement fund reallocation ordinance

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved a resolution setting procedures for redistricting commissioner districts, fast-tracked to the July 14 full commission meeting. The committee also approved a series of Land Bank option applications and property transfers, including new single-family homes, multi-family units, commercial parking, garages, and transfers to the city of Bonner Springs. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Resolution adopting procedures for redistricting commissioner districts (Tracking #211794), fast-tracked to July 14 commission meeting
• Approved 15 new single-family home Land Bank option applications, including 1716 Southwest Blvd, 3224 N 44th Ter, 2610 N 57th St, 5711 Yecker Ave, 2725 N 59th St, 2922/2914/2910 N 30th St, 3509 Lust Dr, 840/925 Ann Ave, 812 S 10th St
• Approved multi-family Land Bank options: 4 units at 1620 N 75th Dr, parking lot at 1001 Brown Ave, and 15 townhomes/garden units on Parallel and Troup Aves (excluding 843 and 851 Parallel Ave)
• Approved commercial parking lot option at 706 Quindaro Blvd and garage options at 1037 Grandview Blvd; denied garage option at 2624 N 21st (Tracking #211790)
• Approved 4 Land Bank property transfers, including to Rebecca Davis (5911 N 123rd St) and City of Bonner Springs (455 N Bluegrass Dr), plus UG transfers at 426 N 78th St and 621 Village West Pkwy

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually to discuss the allocation of ARPA funds. The agenda includes reviewing an application received, discussing the application review process and timeline, and re-discussing housing funding, including using recovery funds to set up a trust fund. The meeting is scheduled for July 8, 2022, at 10:00 AM.

• Review of an application received for ARPA funding
• Discussion on application review process and timeline
• Re-discussion of housing funding, including using recovery funds to set up a trust fund
• Discussion of specific objectives and end goals for housing funding

General

The Community Safety & Justice Special Committee will meet virtually to receive updates on the CCFFJ (Fees and Fine Reform) initiative and an overview of the 21st century policing model. The meeting includes presentations from the KCK Municipal Court administrative judge and the police chief, followed by discussion of future agenda items.

• Update on CCFFJ (Fees and Fine Reform) by Administrative Judge Brandelyn Nichols-Brajkovic
• Overview of 21st Century Policing Model by KCK Chief of Police Karl Oakman
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar with in-person option at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515

General

The Government Efficiency Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually to discuss the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) organizational structure and budget. The agenda includes a presentation by BPU's General Manager and CFO, followed by discussion of next meeting items. This is a special committee meeting focused on efficiency, not a regular legislative session.

• BPU organizational structure and budget overview presentation by Bill Johnson (General Manager) and Lori Austin (CFO)
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar, with in-person viewing option at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515
• Discussion of next meeting agenda items

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on June 30, 2022, at 4:00 PM. The meeting begins with a closed executive session to discuss litigation, followed by a budget workshop. The public can observe via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom, but the executive session is closed under the Kansas Open Meetings Act.

• Executive session on litigation (closed to public)
• Budget workshop following the executive session
• Hybrid format: in-person at Commission Chambers, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Public access via Zoom webinar (ID: 865 1737 7323) or phone

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners held a hybrid meeting on June 30, 2022, approving a consent agenda with numerous zoning changes, special use permits, and ordinances, as well as resolutions for a litigation settlement funded by general obligation bonds, a firefighter MOU, and economic development items. The meeting also included proclamations, an award presentation, and an update on the county administrator search.

• Approved settlement agreement and issuance of General Obligation Bonds (R-25-22, R-26-22)
• Authorized MOU with International Association of Firefighters Local No. 64
• Approved $13M Industrial Revenue Bonds for Flying Truss, LLC (Rock Island Bridge project)
• Approved $12M IRB sales tax exemption for Brotherhood Bank Building redevelopment (KDG, LLC)
• Rezoned properties at 4136 Springfield St, 3015/3020 Baltimore St, and 3430/3548 N 115th St

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved two police-related items and received a quarterly Public Works report. The committee authorized submitting a VOCA grant application for victim services and approved an interlocal agreement with the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department. The Public Works report was presented for information only.

• Approved submission of FY 2023 VOCA grant for KCK Police Department victim services, no matching funds required
• Approved resolution authorizing interlocal cooperation agreement with Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners
• Received Public Works quarterly report covering APWA Accreditation, cost increases, street preservation, and Waste Management challenges

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Administration & Human Services Standing Committee met on June 27, 2022, to review ordinances, resolutions, and departmental updates. The committee approved a sister-city resolution with Carmago, Mexico, and made permanent COVID-era sidewalk vending rules. A proposal to permanently allow outdoor sales on private property failed after initial opposition.

• Approved Sister City resolution with City of Carmago, Mexico (Tracking #211740)
• Made permanent sidewalk/street vending rules for food, drinks, and merchandise (Tracking #211742)
• Rejected permanent "Streets for People" outdoor sales changes on private property (Tracking #211586)
• Municipal Court update presented (Tracking #211579)
• Revised 2022 and proposed 2023 Community Development budgets presented (Tracking #211738)

General

The Infrastructure Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format to discuss parks and other government facilities. The agenda contains no specific action items, only a general discussion topic.

• Discussion on parks and other government facilities

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council convenes for its regular monthly meeting, hearing director reports on aging services funding, caregiver programs, and cyberattack recovery. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Received $275,000 in Senior Care Act funds to maintain services through June 30
• Applied for up to $15,000 grant from Meals on Wheels of America for veterinary services
• Seeking applicants for $150,000 in ARPA funds for emergency assistance, energy help, and internet/phone aid
• Launched new Cardio Not Carbs for the Caregiver program combining exercise and healthy eating
• Offering respite services for grandparents raising grandchildren in Wyandotte County

General

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on June 16, 2022, at 2:00 PM. The agenda text provides only meeting logistics and no specific items for discussion or decision.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing at Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on June 16, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The meeting consists of a budget workshop open to the public, followed by a closed executive session on labor, litigation, and personnel matters. The public can observe via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• Budget workshop for the Unified Government
• Executive session on labor, litigation, and personnel (closed to public)
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and remote options
• Public access via Zoom webinar ID 854 8146 1624

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission meets to review and approve minutes from the May 12 meeting, discuss the monthly administrator report, and finalize proposed ethics code amendments. The group also reviews ethics training sessions and the commission website.

• Review and approval of May 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Finalization of proposed ethics code amendments (Sec. 2-253 – Sec. 2-257)
• Discussion of ethics training sessions and schedule
• Review of UG Ethics Commission Website

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved several consent agenda items, including a $700,000 grant for a Crime Gun Intelligence Center and a COPS Hiring Program grant for twelve patrol officers. They also approved a remote worker policy, multiple plats, and a budget revision for the Turner Fire Station. Three ordinances adopting 2018 building and safety codes were held over until June 30, and an amendment to the Safe and Welcoming Act was approved despite a failed motion for a two-year expiration.

• Approved $700,000 FY22 Crime Gun Intelligence Center grant (no match required)
• Approved FY22 COPS Hiring Program grant for 12 patrol officers, with match waiver request
• Approved draft remote worker policy for Human Resources Guide
• Approved plats for Pierson Park Fire Station, Parallel Apartments, Homefield Perfect Game, and Homefield Sports Training
• Approved budget revision for new Turner Fire Station construction

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board is meeting to consider the final Bridle Trail Restoration Plan, presented by Kerry Herndon and Vireo Landscape Architects. The board will also receive staff updates on various projects, including ARPA-funded restrooms, aquatics, and the budget. Public comments are invited.

• Final Bridle Trail Restoration Plan presentation
• ARPA Restroom Update
• CMIP Future Projects
• Lake Status Update
• Summer Program and Senior & Kids Events

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is holding a routine meeting. The agenda includes turning in ethics acknowledgment forms, receiving an update from the LEAB meeting, and a discussion item involving Churches United for Justice, followed by open discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Turn in Ethics Acknowledgment Form
• Update from LEAB meeting
• Discussion with Churches United for Justice
• Open discussion period

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved a resolution supporting the Mid-America Regional Council's KC Regional Climate Action Plan and a citywide risk assessment, and approved two land bank yard extension transfers. The committee also received a report from Clean Air Now on an Armourdale neighborhood cleanup. All votes were unanimous.

• Resolution supporting MARC KC Regional Climate Action Plan and citywide Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (Tracking #211587)
• Land Bank transfer to Kendall Blakeney for 4967 Oak Ave (Tracking #211707)
• Land Bank transfer to Diana S Davila for 1522 S 8th St (Tracking #211707)
• Report from Clean Air Now on April 26 Armourdale neighborhood clean-up (Tracking #211588)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on June 2, 2022, starting with a closed executive session on litigation and cyber security, followed by a public budget workshop. The public can watch live via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• Executive session on litigation and cyber security (closed to public)
• Budget workshop for the Unified Government
• Hybrid format: in-person and virtual access via Zoom and UGTV

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas called a special hybrid session on May 26, 2022 at 5:00 PM to present Capital Maintenance and Improvement projects followed by a budget workshop. The public could attend in person or join via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom.

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners will vote on several planning and zoning items, including rezoning and special use permits for a sports bar, auto repair, a berry farm, and the Rock Island Bridge entertainment venue. They will also consider a $400,000 use of reserve funds for the tuberculosis outbreak response and grant requests for a Rainbow Boulevard study and a historic preservation plan. The agenda includes many consent items and a few non-consent items, such as a denied high-rise apartment rezoning and a contractor staging area.

• Rezoning and special use permit for Rock Island Bridge Entertainment Venue at 0 Kansas Avenue (557 River Park Drive)
• Rezoning from C-1 to CP-2 for sports bar and grill at 2724 North 13th Street
• Rezoning from C-1 to CP-3 for auto repair at 4639 Parallel Parkway
• Use of $400,000 reserve funds for tuberculosis outbreak response
• Denial recommended for high-rise apartment complex at 4601 Rainbow Boulevard

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will hold a virtual meeting on May 25, 2022, at 10:00am. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, council concerns, director's reports for both counties, and other business. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed on the agenda.

• Virtual meeting on May 25, 2022, at 10:00am
• Director's reports for Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties
• Council concerns from both counties
• Next meeting scheduled for June 22, 2022

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved several items, including amendments to the Safe and Welcoming Act to comply with HB 2717, and applications for two police grants. They also received informational presentations on the fishing program, sidewalk and curb incentive program, and stormwater credits. A resident appeared to request discontinuance of herbicide spraying at Rosedale Park.

• Approved amendments to Safe and Welcoming Act to comply with HB 2717 (Option B)
• Approved application for FY22 Crime Gun Intelligence Center grant of $700,000 (no match required)
• Approved application for FY22 COPS Hiring Program for 12 patrol officers over 3 years; potential UG cost $2,080,267 if match waiver not granted
• Removed items 1 and 2 (condemnation resolutions for sewer pump station) from agenda
• Presentation on sidewalk and curb replacement incentive program

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on May 23, 2022, and took action on several items. They approved an ordinance allowing telecommunications towers on stadium light poles in residential zones by special use permit, approved a remote worker policy, and received a presentation on the draft 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan. A proposed ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy of minors failed for lack of a second, and a municipal court update was postponed to the June meeting.

• Approved ordinance amending Sec. 27-593 for telecommunications towers on stadium light poles in residential zones (Tracking #211577)
• Failed ordinance to prohibit conversion therapy of minors (Tracking #211240) — no second
• Approved draft remote worker policy for Human Resources Guide Section 2, Policy 2.20 (Tracking #211426)
• Approved presentation of Draft 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (Tracking #211576)
• Municipal Court update set over to June meeting (Tracking #211579)

General

The Government Efficiency Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually on April 27, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda indicates this is a listening session, with no specific action items listed. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Virtual listening session of the Government Efficiency Special Committee
• Public can attend in person at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515, or via Zoom webinar

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Community Corrections Advisory Board is meeting via Zoom to approve the 2023 Comprehensive Plan and Budget, welcome new members, and discuss future meeting logistics. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval and board maintenance updates.

• Approval of the 2023 Comprehensive Plan and Budget
• Welcome new members Officer Kathleen Yarsulik and Officer Shardale Brown
• Future meeting scheduled for May 26, 2021, via Zoom

General

The Government Efficiency Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually on April 26, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda indicates this is a listening session, with no specific action items listed.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee meeting scheduled for April 25, 2022, was canceled due to a lack of items. No decisions or discussions were held.

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee met and approved a motion to fast-track the Solid Waste Management Plan public hearing to the April 28, 2022 full commission meeting. The plan is required by Kansas statute and must be reviewed every five years. No other substantive items were discussed.

• Public hearing on Solid Waste Management Plan (Tracking #211511) fast-tracked to April 28, 2022 full commission meeting
• Motion by Commissioner Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner Kane, approved 4-0

General

The Community Safety & Justice Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual listening session on April 22, 2022, at 11:30 AM. The meeting is open to the public both in person and via Zoom, and is focused on gathering community input on safety and justice issues.

• Virtual listening session on community safety and justice
• Public can attend in person at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515, or via Zoom webinar

General

The Community Safety and Justice Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually on April 13, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda is a listening session, with no specific decisions or proposals listed. Public participation is available via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in the City Hall lobby.

• Virtual listening session on community safety and justice
• Public observation via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person lobby viewing

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Park Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to adopt the agenda and approve the minutes from the March 9, 2022 meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed in the agenda beyond procedural items.

General

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting to consider several planning and zoning items, including a change of zone for a storage facility, a special use permit renewal, a plan review for a Camping World expansion, a master plan amendment, and an update to the 47th Street Overlay District. The agenda also includes a plat approval and board nominations. Most items are recommended for approval.

• Change of Zone COZ2021-050: Delaware Storage 2 LLC/Fireside Financial LLC, from A-G Agriculture to CP-3 Planned Commercial at 1342 North 126th Street
• Special Use Permit SP2021-083: Renewal for live entertainment with drinking establishment at 6550 Kaw Drive for 5 years
• Plan Review PR2022-005: Camping World inventory lot expansion at 9400 State Avenue
• Master Plan Amendment MPL2022-001: Remo Demolition LLC, from Planned Commercial to Industrial at 14140 State Avenue
• Ordinance MPL2022-005: Update to 47th Street Overlay District to remove interjurisdictional review panel

General

The Infrastructure Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually to finalize draft strategies and determine how to engage the full Commission. The agenda is limited to this single new business item.

• Finalize draft strategies
• Determine path forward for additional engagement with full Commission

General

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee is holding a virtual listening session to hear from the public about issues related to unhoused residents and neighbors in need. The meeting is open for in-person viewing at City Hall or via Zoom.

• Public listening session on unhoused residents and neighbors in need
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at City Hall lobby

General

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually on April 11, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The meeting is a listening session, with no specific agenda items listed. Public participation is available via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person viewing in the City Hall lobby.

• Virtual listening session via Zoom webinar
• Public viewing options: YouTube, UGTV, or in-person lobby at 701 N. 7th Street
• Meeting ID: 876 5225 8752

General

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special virtual meeting on April 8, 2022, at 11:30 A.M. The meeting is a listening session, open to the public via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person viewing in the City Hall lobby. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed; the session appears focused on gathering public input.

• Virtual listening session on community health, recreation, and wellness
• Public access via Zoom webinar (Meeting ID: 876 5225 8752), YouTube, UGTV, or in-person lobby viewing at 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on April 7, 2022. The meeting begins with a closed executive session on litigation, followed by a public virtual session for a presentation on 2023 budget options. The public can watch via YouTube, UGTYV, or Zoom.

• Executive session on litigation (closed to public)
• Presentation on 2023 budget options
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing in City Hall lobby

General

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Special Committee is holding a virtual special meeting on April 5, 2022, at 5:00 P.M. The meeting is a listening session, open to the public via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person viewing in the City Hall lobby. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed; the session is for public input.

• Virtual listening session for public input
• Meeting accessible via Zoom webinar, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person lobby viewing

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee approved three bond measures totaling up to $270 million for the Homefield development, including a $160 million STAR bond ordinance and two industrial revenue bond resolutions for a sports facility and baseball complex. The committee also received informational reports on cash investments, budget revisions, and budget vs. actuals, plus a presentation on WyCo Works and small business programs. All items are recommended for fast-tracking to the full commission on April 7, 2022.

• Ordinance authorizing up to $160,000,000 in sales tax special obligation revenue bonds for Homefield Development in Village East Project Areas 2B, 3 and 5
• Resolution of intent to issue up to $65,000,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Homefields Sports Building for HFS KCK, LLC
• Resolution of intent to issue up to $45,000,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Homefield Baseball Complex for HFS KCK, LLC
• Fourth Quarter 2021 Cash Investment Report (information only)
• Fourth Quarter 2021 Budget Revisions and Budget vs. Actuals reports (information only)

General

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Special Committee is holding a special virtual meeting on April 1, 2022, at 11:30 A.M. The agenda is a listening session with no listed decisions or proposals. Public can observe via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in the City Hall lobby.

• Virtual listening session on community health, recreation, and wellness
• Public access via Zoom webinar, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person lobby viewing

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission called a special virtual session on March 31, 2022, at 5:00 PM to hold an executive session regarding labor issues. The public could observe remotely via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building lobby. The executive session was closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act.

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda of zoning changes, special use permits, and ordinances, plus a $651,289.44 purchase of defibrillators. Several non-consent items were held over for further study or a later meeting. The meeting also included proclamations and an ethics code amendment.

• Approved $651,289.44 for 21 ZOLL defibrillators and related equipment
• Approved zoning change for gas station fuel pumps at 1313 Quindaro Blvd
• Approved special use permits for liquor store, sports bar, and short-term rental
• Denied home occupation permit for apparel printing at 4011 Independence Ave
• Held over 148-unit apartment complex rezoning at 10 S Hallock until 4/28

General

The Business and Economic Development Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual special meeting on March 29, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The meeting is a listening session, with no specific agenda items listed. Public participation is available via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person viewing in the City Hall lobby.

• Virtual listening session for public input on business and economic development
• Meeting held via Zoom webinar (ID: 896 2738 7635)
• Public can observe in person at City Hall lobby, 701 N. 7th Street

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format to conduct a community workshop titled 'Road to Recovery: American Rescue Plan Community Workshop.' The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Hybrid meeting on March 29, 2022, at 5:30 PM
• Community workshop on ARPA fund allocation
• In-person viewing at City Hall, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas
• Virtual participation via Zoom webinar

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Public Works & Safety Committee approved all six agenda items, including applications for federal grants, an ordinance targeting street racing spectators, amendments to open burn rules, an extension of the COVID-19 local health emergency, and a grant for the Bi-State Sustainable Reinvestment Corridor. All votes were unanimous (5-0 or 6-0).

• Approved application for KDOT intersection safety grant (10% local match, FY2025-2026)
• Approved project prioritization for RAISE, Safe Streets, Megaprojects, Energy Efficiency, and INFRA grants
• Approved ordinance amending speed regulations to include violations for spectators at races
• Approved amendments to open burning code provisions
• Approved extension of COVID-19 local health emergency through July 1, 2022

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved a draft remote worker policy for non-essential personnel, which will be added to the Human Resources Guide. The committee also received informational updates on the fiscal impact of a proposed $18 per hour minimum wage and on the Appraiser's Office. No action was taken on the informational items.

• Approved draft Remote Worker Policy for non-essential personnel (Tracking #211426)
• Discussed fiscal impact of raising minimum wage to $18.00 per hour, including compression and union implications (Tracking #211427)
• Received departmental update from the Appraiser's Office (Tracking #211246)
• Approved minutes from December 6, 2021 meeting

General

The Business and Economic Development Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual special meeting on March 25, 2022, at 11:30 AM. The meeting is a listening session, open to the public via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in-person lobby viewing. No specific agenda items are listed beyond the listening session format.

• Virtual listening session for public input
• Meeting held via Zoom webinar (ID: 896 2738 7635)
• In-person viewing available in City Hall lobby, 701 N. 7th Street

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on March 24, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes a budget strategy session and a presentation on a sales tax initiative. The meeting is hybrid, with public observation via Zoom, YouTube, UGTV, or in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• Budget strategy session
• Presentation on a sales tax initiative
• Hybrid meeting format with virtual option

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will meet virtually on March 23, 2022. The agenda includes election of a new chair (Wyandotte County) and co-chair (Leavenworth County), following the resignation of the previous chair. The council will also receive director's reports on activities in both counties, including updates on waitlists, nutrition programs, and a new building opening in Leavenworth County.

• Election of chair (Wyandotte County) and co-chair (Leavenworth County)
• Director's report: Leavenworth County new building opening and public hearing scheduled for April 13
• Director's report: Wyandotte County SCA and OAA/IIIB waitlist started 2-1-22
• Nutrition: CST Lifeline contract terminated Feb 28, 2022; replaced with Connect America Home Buddy
• Seeking 3 volunteers for SHICK counselor training

General

The Arts, Culture, and Economic Development Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas will hold a meeting on March 22, 2022, at 5:00 PM in the 5th-floor conference room. The public may attend in person only.

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee meeting scheduled for March 7, 2022, has been canceled because there were no items to discuss. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and voting for officers. They will also receive updates on disability programs and waitlists, a congressional redistricting map, a Safe and Welcoming initiative, a conversion therapy ban, and a housing taskforce.

• Vote for officers
• Presentation on congressional redistricting map
• Update on conversion therapy ban
• Housing taskforce update
• Disability programs and waitlist discussion

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed land bank applications for new home construction, duplexes, garages, and property transfers. It approved several single-family home projects and yard extensions, deferred decisions on duplexes and some garages, and denied two garage applications. The proposed building and fire code updates did not proceed due to lack of a motion.

• Approved 5 single-family homes on Farrow Ave by Kip Myers
• Approved single-family homes by Richard Dumas, Flora Nyakatura, Jonathan Hopmann, Jonathan Pitallo
• Deferred 3 duplexes on New Jersey Ave and 2 duplexes on N 10th St for one month
• Denied garages at 1131 Rowland Ave and 1715 New Jersey Ave
• Approved yard extensions at 730 R Northup Ave and 3915 Ford Ave

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners is deciding on a series of planning and zoning items, including rezonings, special use permits, and plan reviews, as well as grant applications and routine administrative matters. Most items were approved unanimously, but one rezoning and a related master plan amendment were referred back to planning staff.

• Rezoning for Delaware Storage expansion at 1342 North 126th Street (COZ2021-050) approved 9-0
• Rezoning for Remco Demolition at 14140 State Avenue (COZ2022-001) referred back to Planning and Zoning 8-0
• Special use permit for multi-sport training facility at 9020 State Avenue (SP2022-014) approved 9-0
• Ordinance to update 47th Street Overlay District (O-25-22) approved 9-0
• Approval to submit MARC grants for 2025-2026 federal fiscal year (211366) approved 9-0

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Committee will vote on purchasing 21 Zoll defibrillators and related equipment for $651,289.44, and will consider fast-tracking two grant applications (MARC and NOAA) to the full commission. They will also discuss capital maintenance project scoring weights and receive a police department update. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and is largely procedural.

• Approval to purchase 21 Zoll X Series defibrillators, sensors, and subscriptions for $651,289.44
• Approval to submit MARC grants for 2025-2026 federal fiscal year, fast-tracked to March 3 commission
• Approval to apply for NOAA environmental literacy and climate resiliency grant (no matching funds)
• Discussion on capital maintenance improvement project scoring weights
• Police department update from Chief Karl Oakman

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on February 24, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes a presentation on a PBB (Priority-Based Budgeting) Overview refresher, followed by a closed executive session on labor negotiations. The public can observe the open portion via Zoom or YouTube, but the executive session is closed under the Kansas Open Meetings Act.

• Presentation on PBB Overview refresher
• Executive session on labor negotiations (closed to public)
• Hybrid meeting format with public access via Zoom and YouTube

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County/KCK Full Commission meeting on February 24, 2022, included votes on several items. The commission approved ordinances and resolutions authorizing the sale of general obligation notes and improvement bonds, amended the mayor's benefits, and approved land bank applications and transfers. A presentation on Visit KCK tourism was given for information only.

• Ordinance O-23-22 amending mayor's benefits (vacation, comp time, sick leave) approved 10-0
• Resolution R-12-22 amending master equipment lease purchase agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp
• Resolution R-13-22 authorizing sale of general obligation notes, Series 2022-I
• Ordinance O-24-22 and Resolution R-14-22 authorizing sale of General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2022-A
• Land bank option applications for new construction at 2712-2718 Spring Ave, 2416 S 51st St, 1821 N 10th St, and 500 Freeman Ave

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will meet virtually. The agenda includes election of a chair and co-chair, approval of minutes, council concerns, and director's reports for both counties. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Election of Chair (Wyandotte County) and Co-Chair (Leavenworth County)
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Director's reports for Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties
• Council concerns from both counties
• Next meeting scheduled for March 23, 2022

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee meeting scheduled for February 17, 2022, has been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions and will be rescheduled. The meeting was to discuss measures of success and community outreach for ARPA funds.

• Meeting cancelled due to adverse weather
• Rescheduled for a later date
• Agenda topic: measures of success and community outreach

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission voted to approve the Safe and Welcoming City Act, which limits enforcement of federal immigration law and creates a municipal ID. The commission also approved consent agenda items including a conversion therapy prohibition (set over 30 days), a rezoning, and a public hearing on industrial revenue bonds for a 267-unit housing development.

• Approved Safe and Welcoming City Act (O-19-22) with 6-4 vote
• Approved rezoning at 13310 Leavenworth Road from AG to R-1
• Public hearing on Legends 267 industrial revenue bonds for 267-unit multifamily facility
• Approved resolution for condemnation survey for 47th Avenue reconstruction
• Approved ARPA subcommittee allocation for UGPHD needs

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee met and approved two items: a resolution to amend the Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp, and approval of 2021-2022 budget revisions for the Kansas Avenue Fire Maintenance Facility Project to include the Fire Department Quartermaster Project. Both items were approved unanimously (6-0).

• Resolution to amend Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp
• Approval of 2021-2022 budget revisions for Kansas Avenue Fire Maintenance Facility Project
• Budget revisions include Fire Department Quartermaster Project

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met on February 7, 2022, and approved two action items: a resolution to amend the Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp, and approval of 2021-2022 budget revisions for the Kansas Avenue Fire Maintenance Facility Project to include the Fire Department Quartermaster Project. Both items were approved unanimously (6-0).

• Resolution to amend Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp (Tracking #211289)
• Approval of 2021-2022 budget revisions for Kansas Avenue Fire Maintenance Facility Project to include Fire Department Quartermaster Project (Tracking #211293)
• Approval of standing committee minutes from October 11, 2021

General

The ARPA Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually to discuss infrastructure. The agenda includes presentations on stormwater needs, recreation and other department facility needs, and parks needs, all in the context of eligible uses for American Rescue Plan Act funds. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion and information-gathering session.

• Public Works presentation on stormwater needs
• Facilities presentation on recreation facility needs and eligible uses
• Facilities presentation on other UG departments' facility needs and eligible uses
• Parks presentation on parks needs and eligible uses
• Discussion of approaches for ARPA funds by other entities' parks and recreation departments

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is meeting to discuss old business, including revising past meeting minutes, and new business. The agenda includes updates on the Health and Equity Taskforce, a discussion on redistricting, police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues, including a conversation about SB316. The meeting is largely a discussion and update session, with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• Discussion of redistricting press conference
• Police/law enforcement discussion
• Systemic racism discussion
• Housing and landlord/tenant issues, including SB316 conversation
• Revision of past meeting minutes

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual special session on January 27, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes an update on the Casino Grant Process, a Learn to Swim presentation, and a Public Works Winter Weather Update. The public can watch via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom.

• Casino Grant Process update
• Learn to Swim presentation
• Public Works Winter Weather Update

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners met on January 27, 2022, to consider zoning changes, special use permits, and other administrative items. The most consequential action was adopting Resolution R-6-22, which amends the Homefield development agreement to issue $130 million in STAR Bonds in a single issuance, replacing the previous two-phase structure. The commission also approved multiple rezonings, special use permits, and routine consent agenda items.

• Approved Resolution R-6-22 amending the Homefield development agreement to issue $130 million in STAR Bonds for a multi-sport project with a themed hotel.
• Approved rezoning for Tower View Townhomes at 2416/2416A S 51st St, 5115/5125 Gibbs Rd from R-1, C-1, CP-1 to RP-4 (COZ2021-047).
• Denied special use permit for keeping horses at 3633/3703/3707 Bell Crossing, 3701/3702/3706 N 37th St, 3655 Sortor Dr (SP2021-047).
• Approved short-term rental permits at 3801 Lloyd St (SP2021-077) and 3151 W 45th Ave (SP2021-080) for 1 year each.
• Adopted ordinances O-7-22 through O-16-22 formalizing prior rezoning and special use permit approvals.

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council for the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will hold a virtual meeting on January 26, 2022. The agenda includes routine items like call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and council concerns. The director's report and other business are also scheduled, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Discussion on how to be a better advocate and increase member involvement
• Assistance needed to advertise the Battling Isolation Program (BIAP)
• Concerns regarding Vernon Center raised by Thomas Gordon
• Possible discussion on meeting in person at future meetings
• Next meeting scheduled for February 23, 2022

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee voted 6-0 to approve an amended agreement for the Homefield development project, which changes the STAR Bond issuance from two phases ($75M and $55M) to a single $130M issuance. The amendment also adds a themed hotel and a new baseball partner focused on data analytics. The item is fast-tracked to the full commission meeting on January 27, 2022.

• Approved amended Assignment and Assumption and Development Agreement for Homefield Development Project
• STAR Bonds issuance combined into single $130 million public issuance
• New themed hotel added to project
• New baseball partner focusing on high-tech data capture and analytics
• Approval changed from County Administrator to simple majority of Commission

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved several action items, including an ARPA subcommittee allocation recommendation, an update to the 47th Street Overlay District, an ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy for minors, and a presentation on a new AmeriCorps program. The committee also approved minutes from a prior meeting and received an informational update on Planning & Urban Design.

• Approved ARPA subcommittee allocation for UGPHD additional needs for 2022 and beyond (Tracking #211256)
• Approved update to 47th Street Overlay District, removing inter-jurisdictional review panel requirement (Tracking #211264)
• Approved ordinance adding Section 22-44 to prohibit conversion therapy of minors (Tracking #211240)
• Approved presentation on UG VISTA Program and Public Health AmeriCorps application (Tracking #211235)
• Received informational update on Planning & Urban Design (Tracking #211242)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission met to review administrative reports, discuss the status of ethics code revisions, and plan ethics training sessions. The commission also scheduled a continued review of Sections 268 through 270.

• 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

Committee/Task Force

The Board of Park Commissioners is holding its regular meeting, primarily to adopt the agenda, approve previous minutes, and elect officers for the coming term. They will also receive a presentation on the Learn to Swim program and hear staff updates on contracts, projects, and recreation.

• Officer elections for First Vice Chairman, Second Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Learn to Swim presentation
• Spring contracts going out for RFP 2022
• Mowing contracts up for 2022
• Staff updates on aquatics, recreation, grant projects, and holiday lighting

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations & Disability Issues is meeting to discuss old business, new business, and updates on health and equity initiatives. The agenda includes discussions on police/law enforcement, systemic racism, housing and landlord/tenant issues, a homelessness task force, and a proposed apartment development at 6th and Central. The meeting is largely a discussion and update session, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Proposed apartment development at 6th and Central
• Homelessness task force update
• Discussion on systemic racism
• Police/law enforcement discussion
• Health and Equity Taskforce initiatives and updates

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with numerous land-use items, including 11 change-of-zone applications, 8 special use permits, a right-of-way vacation, a plan review, and 7 master plan amendments. They will also vote on appointing an interim county administrator and extending moratoriums on mural enforcement and certain COVID-19-related code suspensions. A stormwater rate structure ordinance was removed from the agenda at the mayor's request.

• Appoint Cheryl Harrison-Lee as Interim County Administrator
• Extend moratorium on enforcement of murals in residential zoning districts
• Rezone 7331 Holliday Drive from R-1/CP-O to CP-1 for Crossroad Trucking
• Special use permit for 50 chickens at 4621 Swartz Road (recommended for 20 chickens for 2 years)
• Special use permit for drinking establishment with live entertainment at Manor Records, 401 North 6th Street

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee met on January 3, 2022, and took action on several land bank property applications. They approved multiple requests for new single-family homes, commercial projects, and a yard extension, while holding other items for future meetings. The committee also received an update on the Land Bank and set a building and fire code ordinance update to the February meeting.

• Approved 19 single-family home land bank applications (e.g., 2915 Hiawatha St, 1137-1215 Pennsylvania Ave, 704 S Valley St, 820/900 N 78th St, 649 Sandusky Ave, 914 Argentine Blvd, 719 S Coy St, 713 S 8th St, 1147 Armstrong Ave, 1211-1235 Ann Ave, 1600 S 86th St)
• Approved commercial land bank applications for Chris Solutions Construction LLC (4815 Parallel Pkwy) and Kansas City Kansas Community College (632 State Ave, 1101 N 7th St)
• Held over for one month: multi-family project at 2416 S 51st St and two applications for 500 Freeman Ave (Metropolitan Leadership Institute, Thatcher's Family Life Center)
• Held over until March: garage construction at 1131 Rowland Ave
• Approved yard extension for Ray Sawyer at 4808 Sortor Dr

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee met on January 3, 2022, and took action on two items. It approved budget authority for FEMA reimbursements related to COVID-19 and approved an ordinance terminating the Turner Logistics Center Community Improvement District. A resolution regarding the Homefield Development Project was removed from the agenda.

• Approved grant budget authority for FEMA COVID-19 reimbursements (Tracking #211253)
• Approved ordinance terminating Turner Logistics Center Community Improvement District (Tracking #211259)
• Removed resolution on Homefield Development Project amendment (Tracking #211258)