Wyandotte County public meetings in 2023

Committee/Task Force

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a hybrid meeting on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

• Hybrid meeting: in-person at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS, or via Zoom webinar
• Zoom meeting ID: 898 9298 4236, passcode: 763439

Committee/Task Force

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 December 18, 2023, at 4:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and access information; no specific agenda items are listed.

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

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, December 18, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, December 18, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on December 14, 2023, at 5:00 PM to receive a winter weather update. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• Winter weather update briefing
• Hybrid meeting format with public access options

The Unified Government Commission met in special session to receive a winter weather operations update from Public Works staff. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only, ending with a motion to adjourn.

• Received winter weather update presentation from Public Works (no action)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous vote (8-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved several resolutions, including renaming the Bethany Community Center to the Earl Watson, Sr. Community Center and adopting a two-year meeting schedule with two commission meetings per month. They also approved the 2024 holiday schedule, the annual cash and investment policy, and appointments to various boards and commissions. A proclamation for Bob Breitenstein Day was deferred to the January meeting.

• Resolution R-83-23 approved 9/0 to rename Bethany Community Center to Earl Watson, Sr. Community Center
• Resolution R-81-23 approved 9/0 for two-year meeting schedule (Option A: two commission meetings monthly)
• Resolution R-84-23 approved 9/0 for Cash Management and Investment Policy
• Approved 2024 holiday schedule including Juneteenth and Thanksgiving on Nov 28-29
• Approved nominations to boards including Paul Jones to Housing Authority and Tom Burroughs to KCATA

The commission voted 9-0 to rename the Bethany Community Center as the Earl Watson Sr. Community Center, following a policy change allowing the mayor or commissioners to request such renamings. It also approved a two-year meeting schedule with two commission meetings per month (first and last Thursdays) and passed several consent agenda items, including the 2024 holiday schedule and board nominations.

• Adopted resolution R-82-23 amending policy for renaming UG buildings/parks (9-0)
• Adopted resolution R-83-23 renaming Bethany Community Center to Earl Watson Sr. Community Center (9-0)
• Adopted resolution R-81-23 setting two-year meeting schedule (9-0)
• Approved ordinance O-162-23 setting commission meetings on first and last Thursdays (9-0)
• Approved 2024 holiday schedule (9-0)
• Adopted resolution R-84-23 approving Cash and Investment Policy (9-0)
• Approved nominations to boards and commissions (9-0)
• Set over Bob Breitenstein Day proclamation to January meeting

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to approve minutes from October and November, review the administrator's monthly report, discuss ethics code revisions and training schedules, and update the commission website. They will also consider proposed code changes from the Mayor's Office and the retirement of the Legislative Auditor. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters.

• Review and approve minutes from October 12 and November 9, 2023 meetings
• Status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Update on new commissioner information on Ethics Website
• Discussion of proposed changes to UG Ethics Code from Mayor's Office
• Retirement of Legislative Auditor

The Ethics Commission approved the October and November 2023 meeting minutes unanimously. It discussed proposed ethics code amendments, taking them under advisement for a final vote in January 2024. The commission also noted the resignation of Commissioner Kimberly Partridge, effective December 14, 2023, and the upcoming replacement of Legislative Auditor Tom Wiss by Reed Partridge.

• Approved October 12, 2023 meeting minutes with changes (unanimous)
• Approved November 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Took ethics code amendments under advisement for final vote in January 2024
• Noted Commissioner Kimberly Partridge's resignation effective December 14, 2023

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board is meeting to discuss its year-end report, hear updates from the police chief and sheriff, and receive a report from Reed Partridge. The board's role is to advise on law enforcement issues and serve as a liaison between police, the sheriff's department, and the public.

• Discussion of year-end report
• Reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick
• Report from Reed Partridge
• Reading of minutes
• Board member announcements

The provided document is a meeting notice and agenda for the December 13, 2023, Law Enforcement Advisory Board meeting. No meeting minutes were available to establish what was decided, approved, or discussed.

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet in a hybrid format to conduct regular business, including the election of officers. The agenda includes updates from the Parks and Recreation department and a period for public visitors to speak.

• Election of First Vice-Chairman
• Election of Second Vice-Chairman
• Election of Secretary
• Recreation updates from Shaya Lockett
• Park updates from Angel Ferrara

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved a resolution supporting Medicaid expansion and adopted a new ordinance establishing a local tobacco retail license. Commissioners also created a new advisory committee for the Quindaro Ruins project and authorized industrial revenue bonds for a project at 1700 Kansas Avenue.

• Approved $633,537 in industrial revenue bonds for the Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies, LLC project
• Adopted ordinance O-159-23 establishing a local tobacco retail license
• Adopted resolution R-77-23 in support of Medicaid expansion
• Created a new advisory committee for the Quindaro Ruins historical project
• Established a Community Benefits Fund for fees paid by developers receiving incentives

The Commission adopted Resolution R-80-23/Ordinance O-161-23, rescinding prior non-binding Memoranda of Understanding with the Western University Association of the AME Church and creating a new 14-member advisory committee to coordinate planning for historical attractions and tourism in eastern Wyandotte County. The vote was 9-0. The Commission also approved a resolution supporting Medicaid expansion (R-77-23) and a tobacco retail license ordinance (R-79-23/O-159-23) by a 6-3 vote, with three commissioners opposed.

• Adopted Quindaro Ruins resolution/ordinance rescinding prior MOUs and creating new advisory committee (9-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting ACA Medicaid expansion (9-0)
• Adopted tobacco retail license ordinance (6-3)
• Approved ordinance authorizing $633,537 industrial revenue bonds for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies (9-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing sale of general obligation temporary notes and bonds (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance creating Community Benefits Fund from developer fees (9-0)
• Adopted 2024 State Legislative Program (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance on commencement of service on standing committees (9-0)

General

The Business and Economic Development Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a meeting. The agenda provided consists only of procedural information regarding meeting access and location.

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

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved several financial measures, including the termination of the Plaza at the Speedway TIF District and the issuance of industrial revenue bonds for an Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies, LLC project. The committee also approved a new Community Benefits Fund and updated the annual cash and investment policy. These items were recommended for fast-tracking to the December 7, 2023, full commission meeting.

• Ordinance terminating the Plaza at the Speedway TIF District
• Industrial Revenue Bonds for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies, LLC up to $633,537
• Resolution authorizing the sale of municipal general obligation notes and bonds
• Adoption of the annual Cash Management and Investment Policy
• Creation of a new Community Benefits Fund funded by developer incentive fees

The committee approved an ordinance creating a Community Benefits Fund, funded by half of all administrative and issuance fees from economic development projects, and fast-tracked it to the December 7 full commission meeting. It also approved terminating the Plaza at the Speedway TIF District after early bond payoff, authorizing $633,537 in industrial revenue bonds for Ecovyst, and authorizing $86.165 million in general obligation bonds and temporary notes. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Community Benefits Fund ordinance, funded by half of admin/issuance fees, fast-tracked (5-0)
• Approved ordinance terminating Plaza at the Speedway TIF District (5-0)
• Approved $633,537 industrial revenue bonds for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies, fast-tracked (5-0)
• Approved $86.165 million general obligation bond sale resolution, fast-tracked (5-0)
• Approved Cash Management and Investment Policy with language change (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss human relations and disability-related topics. The agenda includes updates on health and equity, law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing.

• Health and Equity Taskforce updates
• Law enforcement discussion
• Systemic racism discussion
• Housing and landlord/tenant discussion

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed and approved Land Bank applications for 9 single-family homes and 14 multifamily units. The committee forwarded these items to the Land Bank Board of Trustees for final consideration.

• Approval of 9 single-family home applications
• Approval of 14 multifamily unit applications

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved all land bank applications on the agenda, including eight single-family home sales (A1-A8), one transitional housing project (A9), and four multifamily projects (B1-B4). All votes were unanimous (5-0). The committee also discussed concerns about lot size policies and neighborhood group comments but took no formal action on those issues.

• Approved land bank applications A1-A8 for single-family homes (5-0)
• Approved land bank application A9 for transitional housing (5-0)
• Approved land bank applications B1-B4 for multifamily units (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:25 p.m. (5-0)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners approved a plan to perform emergency repairs on the Central Avenue Bridge and seek funding for a new multi-modal bridge. The board also acted on numerous zoning and special use permit applications, including approvals for a water treatment facility, an interactive art gallery, and various short-term rentals. One senior living facility proposal was remanded back to the Planning Commission for further fire safety review.

• Approved emergency repairs and redesign funding for Central Avenue Bridge
• Approved rezoning for water treatment facility at 2443R South 88th Street
• Approved rezoning for Atlas9 interactive art gallery at 9700 State Avenue
• Remanded senior living facility proposal at 9205 Garfield Avenue for fire safety review
• Denied special use permit for short-term rental/alpaca farm at 2914 South 74th Street

The Unified Government Commission approved Resolution R-85-23, amending the GoDotte Countywide Strategic Mobility Plan to remove language limiting the Central Avenue Bridge to bicycles and pedestrians and instead direct staff to work toward reopening the bridge with emergency repairs and seek funding to rebuild a new multimodal bridge connecting Central Avenue to James Street and the Levee Trail System. The commission also denied a special use permit for a group dwelling at 1723 Quindaro Boulevard, remanded a senior living rezoning back to the Planning Commission, and approved numerous other zoning and special use permits.

• Approved Resolution R-85-23 to amend GoDotte plan to reopen Central Avenue Bridge (8-0)
• Denied Special Use Permit SP2023-042 for group dwelling at 1723 Quindaro Blvd (8-0)
• Remanded COZ2023-027 senior living rezoning at 9205 Garfield Ave to Planning Commission (8-0)
• Approved COZ2023-026 water treatment facility rezoning at 2443 S 88th St (8-0)
• Approved COZ2023-028 and SP2023-099 for Atlas9 art gallery at 9700 State Ave (8-0)
• Approved Master Plan Amendment MPL2023-015 for Legends Field event space (8-0)
• Approved Plan Review PR2023-029 for new Burger King at 7736 State Ave (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-155-23 approving PlanKCK Citywide Master Plan (8-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on November 30, 2023, to discuss its 2024 State Legislative Agenda with the state delegation. The agenda includes a wide range of priority items, such as Medicaid expansion, infrastructure funding, revenue flexibility, childcare, and mental health funding. The meeting is a discussion and planning session, not a final vote on legislation.

• Support for Medicaid expansion, estimated to bring $64,237,464 in new annual healthcare spending to Wyandotte County
• Support for state funding for World Cup 2026 preparations
• Support for legalization of medical cannabis with local control and tax revenue sharing
• Support for increased funding for mental health and psychiatric beds
• Support for funding for unhoused services, including permanent supportive housing

The Unified Government Commission met in a special session with the Wyandotte County state legislative delegation to discuss and review the draft 2024 State Legislative Agenda, covering priorities such as Medicaid expansion, infrastructure funding, revenue flexibility, property taxes, and health initiatives. No formal votes were taken on the legislative agenda items during this session, as final adoption is scheduled for December 7. The meeting concluded with an approved motion to adjourn.

• Adjourned the special session at 6:16 p.m. (8-0 vote)

Committee/Task Force

The agenda consists entirely of procedural notice details for a virtual and in-person meeting of the Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Task Force. No specific items, ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision in the provided text. Residents can view the meeting in person at 701 N. 7th Street or via Zoom.

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved three items for fast-tracking to the November 30 full commission meeting, including a $17.8 million grant for the Kaw Point Modernization Project. The committee also approved a $110,604 Violence Against Women's Act grant and a FEMA Floodplain Community Rating System report. Additionally, the committee received informational presentations regarding a community-based partnership and a Parks and Recreation quarterly update.

• Approved $17.8M USDA grant for Kaw Point Modernization Project
• Approved $110,604 Violence Against Women's Act grant for Police Department
• Approved 2023 FEMA Floodplain Community Rating System report
• Received presentation on Corvias Infrastructure Services partnership
• Received Parks and Recreation quarterly project update

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee approved resolutions to apply for a $110,604 Violence Against Women Act grant, readopt a FEMA Floodplain Community Rating System repetitive loss analysis, and accept a $17.8 million USDA grant for the Kaw Point Modernization Project. All three items were fast-tracked to the full commission. The committee also received informational presentations on a community-based stormwater partnership and a Parks and Recreation quarterly update.

• Approved resolution authorizing application for FY 2024 VAWA grant ($109,056.12) and fast-tracked to full commission (5-0)
• Approved readoption of 2018 FEMA Floodplain repetitive loss area analysis and fast-tracked to full commission (5-0)
• Approved resolution accepting $17.8M USDA grant for Kaw Point Modernization Project and fast-tracked to full commission (5-0)
• Received informational presentation on Corvias Infrastructure Solutions community-based partnership framework
• Received quarterly update from Parks and Recreation Department
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved two items: a resolution to use $240,000 in ARPA funds as local match for the Northeast KCK Heritage Trail Phase I, and a resolution/ordinance for a Tobacco Retail License that amends the Code of Ordinances. Both items will move to the Full Commission for final action.

• Approved $240,000 ARPA set-aside funds for Northeast KCK Heritage Trail Phase I (Tracking #212772)
• Approved Tobacco Retail License resolution/ordinance amending Code of Ordinances (Tracking #212876)
• Tobacco Retail License approved 4-1, with Commissioner Kane voting no

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved and fast-tracked a resolution to use $240,000 in ARPA funds for a local match on a $1.2 million trail grant. The committee also approved a resolution and ordinance establishing a local Tobacco Retail License, increasing license fees to $600, and adding compliance checks, sending both items to the full commission.

• Approved and fast-tracked $240,000 in ARPA funds as a local match for the Northeast KCK Heritage Trail Phase 1 grant (5-2 vote / 5-0 roll call recorded)
• Approved Tobacco Retail License resolution and ordinance (4-1 vote: Ayes - Johnson, Ramirez, Bynum, Markley; No - Kane)

Committee/Task Force

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a meeting on November 20, 2023. The meeting will be conducted virtually via Zoom and in person at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515.

• Meeting of the Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session to receive updates on PlanKCK and the redevelopment of three UG-owned sites: 18th & Quindaro, 4th & Minnesota, and the former Indian Springs Mall site. The meeting is informational, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Update on PlanKCK
• Redevelopment of UG-owned site at 18th & Quindaro
• Redevelopment of UG-owned site at 4th & Minnesota
• Redevelopment of former Indian Springs Mall site

The Unified Government Commission met in special session to receive updates on the PlanKCK comprehensive plan and the redevelopment of three UG-owned sites. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting. Staff reported that PlanKCK is scheduled for commission consideration on November 30, and that the RFP for the 4th & Minnesota site is expected to be released by the end of the year.

• No formal votes or decisions taken at special session
• PlanKCK scheduled for commission consideration on November 30
• RFP for 4th & Minnesota site expected by end of 2023
• Indian Springs Mall RFP expected in first quarter 2024

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission met and took action on several items, including overriding the mayor's veto of debt project authorizations and approving a new resolution for the same. The commission also adopted resolutions on antisemitism, transit grants, and other routine matters. Several proclamations were read, and a presentation on the Legends Outlet development was given.

• Veto of Resolution R-62-23 and Ordinance O-130-23 overridden; amended R-65-23 and O-133-23 approved 6-0
• Resolution adopting IHRA working definition of antisemitism (R-66-23) adopted 6-0
• Transit grants approved: Edwardsville Microtransit ($43,800 match), 7th Street Corridor ($227,200 match), State Avenue Enhancements ($200,000 match)
• Grant applications approved: Child Death Review ($72,000) and Local Environmental Protection Program ($50,000)
• Ordinance to remove property from Kansas Speedway redevelopment district was removed at applicant's request

The Commission sustained Mayor Garner's veto of the prior debt project authorization package and then approved a revised resolution and ordinance (R-65-23/O-133-23) that reauthorizes all projects except the Jersey Creek Naturalization and Green Infrastructure Improvements, which were removed for further community engagement. The vote was 6-0. The Commission also approved several consent agenda items, including resolutions on antisemitism, transit grants, and health grants.

• Sustained Mayor's veto of debt project authorizations (no motion to override)
• Approved revised debt project authorization R-65-23/O-133-23 (6-0), removing Jersey Creek Naturalization and Green Infrastructure Improvements
• Adopted resolution recognizing IHRA antisemitism definition R-66-23 (6-0)
• Approved ARPA match for Edwardsville Microtransit Expansion R-67-23 (6-0)
• Approved ARPA match for 7th Street Corridor transit project R-68-23 (6-0)
• Approved ARPA match for State Avenue Transit Enhancements R-69-23 (6-0)
• Approved grant applications for Child Death Review and Local Environmental Protection Program (6-0)
• Appointed David Johnston as voting delegate for Kansas Association of Counties (6-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will hold its monthly meeting virtually on November 15, 2023, at 10:00 AM. The agenda is not provided, so the specific items to be discussed are unknown.

• Meeting held virtually via Microsoft Teams
• In-person viewing available at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515

The Areawide Advisory Council met on November 15, 2023, to review county reports and administrative updates. The council approved the minutes from the previous meeting and received updates regarding staffing, grant funding, and upcoming events.

• Approved October meeting minutes

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Library Board of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is holding an in-person meeting at the South Branch Library. The agenda includes calling the meeting to order, approving previous minutes, discussing allocations under new business, reviewing 2024 meeting dates, and hearing monthly reports from Turner, Kansas City, Kansas, and Bonner libraries.

• Allocations discussion under New Business
• Review of 2024 meeting dates (Feb 20, May 21, June 18, August 20, Nov 19)
• Monthly reports from Turner, Kansas City, Kansas, and Bonner libraries

Committee/Task Force

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, scheduled a hybrid meeting for November 14, 2023. The agenda provides notice of the meeting location in the Municipal Office Building and gives virtual access details via Zoom. No specific discussion topics, ordinances, or contract amounts were listed in the agenda text.

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met to discuss industrial revenue bonds, performance agreements, and redevelopment districts. Actions included voting to approve industrial revenue bonds for Carnation Partners LLC and setting over a community benefits fund proposal.

• Resolution for industrial revenue bonds not to exceed $11,500,000 for Carnation Partners, LLC
• Second amendment to performance agreement with CPC Land Acquisition Company, LLC (Criterion Development Partners)
• Ordinance to remove property from Project Area A in the Kansas Speedway redevelopment district
• Ordinance/Resolution creating a new Community Benefits Fund from developer incentive fees

The committee approved a resolution to issue up to $11.5 million in industrial revenue bonds for a new manufacturing facility at 4500 Dover, with a 10-year, 55% property tax abatement and sales tax exemption. It also approved a one-year extension for Criterion Development Partners to start construction on a housing project, and approved removing a parcel from the Kansas Speedway STAR Bond District. A proposed Community Benefits Fund ordinance was continued to the December 4 meeting for further review.

• Approved IRB resolution for Carnation Partners LLC, up to $11.5M (6-0)
• Approved second amendment to performance agreement with Criterion Development Partners (6-0)
• Approved removal of property from Kansas Speedway STAR Bond District, fast-tracked to Nov. 16 commission (4-2)
• Continued Community Benefits Fund ordinance to Dec. 4 meeting (6-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed multiple applications for Land Bank property transfers. The committee voted on various motions to approve, hold, or deny requests regarding single-family homes, multifamily units, and commercial properties before forwarding them to the Land Bank Board of Trustees.

• Approved multiple Land Bank property applications for transfer
• Held several property applications for 30 days
• Denied application for 1211, 1209 Wood Ave.
• Approved Land Bank transfers PT 1-5

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed numerous land bank applications, approving most single-family, multifamily, and commercial options while holding several items for 30 days to allow for neighborhood engagement. A motion to approve a multifamily project initially failed but was later approved after reconsideration. The committee also approved all property transfers.

• Approved land bank options A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A9, A12 (5-0)
• Denied land bank option A10 (5-0)
• Held over land bank options A1 and A8 for 30 days (5-0)
• Held over land bank option A14 for 30 days (5-0)
• Approved land bank option A15 as submitted (5-0)
• Approved land bank options A16 and A17 (5-0)
• Approved multifamily option B1 after reconsideration (4-0)
• Held over multifamily option B2 for 30 days (4-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review and approve the minutes from October 12, 2023, and to discuss old and new business. This includes the status of ethics code revisions, training sessions, the commission website, and reports on campaign issues and political activity under the ethics code. The meeting also includes a public comment session and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Review and approve minutes of October 12, 2023 meeting
• Status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Update on new commissioner information on Ethics Website
• Discussion of issues with respect to political activity under the UG Ethics Code

The Ethics Commission met and heard a presentation from Mayor Tyrone Garner, who outlined proposed changes to the UG Ethics Code, including disclosure requirements and a waiting period for elected officials. The commission agreed to review the Mayor's written proposals. The minutes from the October 12 meeting were approved with amendments, and the administrator's report was received.

• Approved October 12, 2023 meeting minutes with amendments (unanimous)
• Agreed to review Mayor Garner's proposed ethics code changes
• Adjourned meeting at 5:22 p.m. (unanimous)

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board is meeting to discuss its year-end report and receive updates from Police Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick. The board also hears a report from Reed Partridge and reviews its duties, which include advising on law enforcement issues and serving as a liaison between police and the community.

• Discussion of year-end report
• Reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick
• Report from Reed Partridge
• Review of board duties per ordinance and statute

The provided document is a meeting notice and agenda for November 8, 2023. No meeting minutes were available to establish what was decided, approved, or discussed.

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Board of Park Commissioners is scheduled to meet on November 8, 2023, to discuss ongoing park projects, including the Kensington Park Project and Clopper Field Project, alongside updates from Parks and Recreation staff. The document packet also includes the approved minutes from the board's October 11, 2023, meeting where staff presented updates on public works projects and recreation programs.

• Kensington Park Project update
• Clopper Field Project update
• Summer Camp Review and Recreation Updates
• Park Project Updates from Director Angel Ferrara

Committee/Task Force

The Business and Economic Development Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a meeting on November 7, 2023, at 3:00 pm. The agenda provided consists entirely of procedural information regarding meeting access, including physical location details and virtual connection instructions.

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues is holding a hybrid meeting with agenda items including old and new business, updates on health and equity taskforce initiatives, police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items listed.

• Discussion of Health and Equity Taskforce and initiatives/updates
• Police/Law Enforcement discussion item
• Systemic Racism discussion item
• Housing and Landlord/Tenant discussion item

Committee/Task Force

The Community Safety & Justice Task Force will hold a hybrid meeting on November 2, 2023. The agenda contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions beyond the meeting notice.

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning & Zoning and Board of Commissioners meeting on October 26, 2023, was largely an action agenda with numerous votes on zoning changes, special use permits, and financial authorizations. The commission approved all consent agenda items, including rezonings for apartment conversions and agricultural uses, as well as several special use permits for short-term rentals, auto repair shops, and other uses. Non-consent items included a church parking lot container use, several short-term rental permits, a drinking establishment, and a church expansion. The commission also approved resolutions and ordinances authorizing industrial revenue bonds for multiple projects, including a $52.9 million bond for a multifamily facility and a $45 million bond for a project at 94th and State.

• Approved rezoning for apartment conversion at 290 South 10th Street (Whittier School Lofts)
• Approved rezoning for apartment complex at 745 North 78th Street (TWG Development)
• Approved special use permit for event space with alcohol at 600 North 7th Street (Memorial Hall)
• Approved $52,927,000 industrial revenue bond for 4601 Rainbow LLC multifamily facility
• Approved $45,000,000 industrial revenue bond for Milhaus Properties LLC (94th and State project)

The Commission approved a resolution of intent to issue up to $52,927,000 in industrial revenue bonds for the 4601 Rainbow LLC multifamily project, with a 50% property tax abatement over 10 years. It also approved several zoning changes and special use permits, denied a group home and two auto repair permits, and approved a new TIF plan for the downtown campus project.

• Approved IRB resolution for 4601 Rainbow LLC, up to $52,927,000 (8-1)
• Approved rezoning and master plan for 152-unit apartment complex at 745 N 78th St (9-0)
• Approved rezoning for Whittier School Lofts apartments at 290 S 10th St (9-0)
• Denied group home special use permit at 2204 N 5th St (9-0)
• Denied auto repair special use permit at 927 Kansas Ave (9-0)
• Denied auto repair special use permit at 402 Osage Ave, then approved on reconsideration (9-0)
• Approved short-term rental permits at 2706 Espenlaub Ln, 731 N 75th Terr, 3008 S 9th St (9-0)
• Adopted new TIF plan for downtown campus project (9-0)

General

The Governing Body of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet in a special session on October 26, 2023. The meeting consists of an executive session for consultation with legal counsel regarding litigation. This session is closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act.

• Executive session for consultation with legal counsel regarding litigation

The Unified Government Commission met in executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding litigation, with no substantive decisions made in open session. The commission voted to enter and exit multiple executive sessions, then adjourned without taking any public action.

• Entered executive session for litigation consultation (6-0)
• Returned to special session (8-0)
• Re-entered executive session until 6:30 p.m. (8-0)
• Returned to special session (8-0)
• Re-entered executive session until 6:50 p.m. (8-0)
• Returned to special session (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:53 p.m. (8-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force is meeting to begin its strategic planning process, led by Lamonica Upton. The agenda includes a welcome and the strategic planning kick-off, with no other substantive items listed.

• Strategic planning kick-off led by Lamonica Upton

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is holding its monthly meeting virtually on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no listed discussion items or decisions.

• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with call-in option
• In-person viewing available at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515

The Areawide Advisory Council approved the August minutes with corrections and heard reports on programs, funding, and upcoming events. The minutes record no other formal votes or substantive policy decisions.

• Approved August minutes with two corrections (5-2)

Committee/Task Force

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a meeting on October 24, 2023. The agenda provided consists only of procedural information regarding meeting access and location.

• Meeting to be held virtually via Zoom and in person at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Administration and Human Services Standing Committee discussed resolutions regarding antisemitism, tobacco retail licensing, transit grants utilizing ARPA funds, and health department grants. The committee approved several items, including transit funding for Edwardsville and the 7th Street Corridor, while holding over a tobacco retail license ordinance for 30 days.

• Resolution adopting the IHRA working definition of antisemitism (Tracking #: 212817)
• Resolution and ordinance for a Tobacco Retail License held over 30 days (Tracking #: 212706)
• Transit grant for Edwardsville Microtransit utilizing $43,800 in ARPA funds as match (Tracking #: 212813)
• Transit grant for 7th Street Corridor improvements utilizing $227,200 in ARPA funds as match (Tracking #: 212819)
• State Avenue Transit Enhancements utilizing a $200,000 local match from ARPA funds (Tracking #: 212773)

The committee approved a resolution adopting the IHRA working definition of antisemitism (4-0). A proposed Tobacco Retail License program was initially defeated (3-1) but later held over for reconsideration at the November meeting. Three transit grant resolutions using ARPA funds as match were approved, along with two health-related grant applications.

• Approved IHRA antisemitism definition resolution (4-0)
• Tobacco Retail License program failed (3-1), then held over to November
• Approved Edwardsville Microtransit Expansion grant match of $43,800 (4-0)
• Approved 7th Street Corridor Improvements grant match of $227,200 (4-0)
• Approved State Avenue Transit Enhancements grant match of $200,000 (4-0)
• Approved application for Child Death Review and Fetal-Infant Mortality Review grant ($78,000) (4-0)
• Approved application for Local Environmental Protection Program grant ($50,000) (4-0)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee is meeting to hear a presentation and discussion on Community Corrections services and its Fiscal Year 2023 year-end report for Adult and Juvenile divisions, submitted by Director Phillip Lockman. The item is for information only, with no action expected. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including roll call, agenda revisions, and approval of minutes (none available).

• Presentation on Community Corrections services and FY2023 Kansas Department of Corrections year-end report
• No minutes available for approval
• Commissioner Christian Ramirez absent

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee received an informational presentation from Phillip Lockman, Director of Community Corrections, covering the department's Fiscal Year 2023 report for adult and juvenile divisions. No formal decisions or approvals were made; the item was for information only. The meeting adjourned after the presentation.

• Received Community Corrections FY2023 report (information only)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Arts, Culture & Economic Development meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 19, 2023, has been canceled. No other items are on the agenda.

• Meeting cancellation

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Juvenile Community Advisory Board (JCAB) unanimously approved minutes from three prior meetings and scheduled future quarterly meetings on the third Thursday of each quarter, starting January 18, 2024. Members also discussed updates on program partnerships, including MOUs for Connections 2 Success and new collaborations with community organizations.

• Approved minutes from April 27, May 4, and Sept 14 meetings (unanimous)
• Scheduled quarterly meetings for 2024 on third Thursdays, starting Jan 18, 2024

Committee/Task Force

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee will hold a meeting on October 16, 2023. The agenda does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission met for a short 15-minute session and approved all items on the agenda, including several grants, ordinance updates, and land plats. The meeting was largely procedural, with no public hearings or commissioner discussions.

• Approved application for FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (no matching funds)
• Approved updates to Sewers and Sewage Disposal Ordinance for Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Program
• Approved 3-year grant for sexual health curriculum in KCK middle schools (no match required)
• Approved $200,000 Kansas Fights Addiction grant for opioid settlement funds
• Approved plats for Mill Street Townhomes, Wood Acres, Villas of Piper Valley, and Turner View Townhomes

The Unified Government Commission approved Charter Ordinance CH-01-23, allowing PILOT relief for older adults and individuals with disabilities and permitting different percentages for residential and commercial rates. The commission also approved a $200,000 Kansas Fights Addiction grant to expand substance use disorder treatment, and passed several other items including grants, plats, and nominations.

• Approved Charter Ordinance CH-01-23 for PILOT relief (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 Kansas Fights Addiction grant (7-0)
• Approved FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant application (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-128-23 updating Sewers and Sewage Disposal for FOG program (7-0)
• Approved 3-year WYCO SHIFT grant for sexual health curriculum (7-0)
• Approved plats for Unified Government Public Facilities No. 1, Mill Street Townhomes, Wood Acres, Villas of Piper Valley, and Turner View Townhomes (7-0)
• Approved nomination of Bridgette Williams to KCATA Board (7-0)
• Approved nomination of Jason Hussey to Advisory Council on Aging (7-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on October 12, 2023, at 6:00 PM to discuss the PlanKCK comprehensive update. The session will be conducted in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Commission Chambers. No specific agenda items are listed beyond the comprehensive plan update.

• Special session regarding PlanKCK Comprehensive update
• Hybrid format: in-person, YouTube, UGTV, Zoom
• Public can observe or listen live

The Unified Government Commission held a special session to receive an update on the PlanKCK Comprehensive Plan, a citywide planning initiative. Staff and community members presented on the plan's vision, engagement efforts, and strategic initiatives. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session; it was informational only.

• Received PlanKCK Comprehensive Plan update (no vote)
• Adjourned special session (7-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review and approve the minutes from September 21, 2023, and to discuss old and new business. Old business includes the administrator's monthly report, status of ethics code revisions, training sessions, and the commission website. New business covers updates to commissioner information on the website, a political memorandum, and issues regarding political activity under the ethics code. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel matters or legal opinions.

• Review and approve minutes of September 21, 2023 meeting
• Status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments – meeting with Mayor
• Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Update on new commissioner information on Ethics Website
• Discussion of political activity under the UG Ethics Code

The Ethics Commission unanimously approved the September 21, 2023 minutes and reviewed the administrator's report on training, complaints, and advisory opinions. The commission reached a consensus that the mayor's press release and conference did not violate the UG Ethics Code's prohibition on circulating petitions for referendum. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy changes; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved September 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus that mayor's press release/conference did not violate UG Ethics Code
• Scheduled next meeting for November 9, 2023
• Agreed to continue meetings in Law Library conference room (no vote)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Park Board is meeting to adopt the agenda, approve previous minutes, and hear a follow-up on the CSO-19 project from Public Works. Staff will provide recreation updates and park project updates. No new business is listed.

• Follow-up on CSO-19 project by Sarah Shafer with Public Works
• Recreation updates from Shaya Lockett
• Park project updates from Angel Ferrara
• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding an in-person and virtual meeting on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at 4:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific discussion or action items are listed.

• Meeting scheduled for October 11, 2023, at 4:00 PM
• In-person location: 5th-floor conference room, Municipal Office Building, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas
• Virtual access via Zoom webinar with Meeting ID 842 1457 5768

The provided document is a meeting notice for October 11, 2023. No meeting agenda or minutes were available to establish any decisions or actions.

Committee/Task Force

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics—no specific items for decision or discussion are listed. The meeting will be held in person at the Municipal Office Building and virtually via Zoom.

• Hybrid meeting: in-person at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515, Kansas City, KS, or via Zoom webinar
• Meeting ID: 870 2680 6290, Passcode: 096394
• No agenda items listed beyond meeting notice

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee meeting scheduled for October 9, 2023, has been cancelled because there were no items to discuss. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met to discuss land redevelopment and debt authorizations. The committee approved a resolution for Industrial Revenue Bonds to benefit 4601 Rainbow, LLC. and authorized 2024 debt projects.

• Resolution to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds up to $52,927,000 for 4601 Rainbow, LLC. multifamily facility
• Update on the RFQ/RFP process for the redevelopment of UG owned land
• Resolution and Ordinance authorizing 2024 debt projects

The committee approved a resolution of intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for a multifamily housing project and authorized 2024 debt projects. It also received an update on the redevelopment process for Unified Government-owned land.

• Approved intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds up to $52,927,000 for 4601 Rainbow, LLC (5-0)
• Approved resolution and ordinance authorizing 2024 debt projects (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 5, 2022 (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Community Safety & Justice Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a hybrid meeting on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific items for discussion or decision are listed.

• Hybrid meeting in 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Zoom webinar available with Meeting ID 893 3844 8040

Committee/Task Force

The Business and Economic Development Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on October 3, 2023, at 3:00 pm. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, 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

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues will hold a meeting on October 2, 2023. The agenda includes discussions on health and equity, law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing.

• Health and Equity Taskforce and Initiatives/Updates
• Police/Law Enforcement discussion
• Systemic Racism discussion
• Housing and Landlord/Tenant discussion

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners voted to override Mayor Tyrone Garner's vetoes on sewer service charges, Board of Public Utilities revenues, and the city/county budgets. They also approved a resolution to temporarily suspend the community identification program, and took action on several zoning and special use permit applications.

• Overrode mayor's veto on sewer service charges (O-105-23) with amended 4% change, approved 10/0
• Overrode mayor's veto on BPU revenues (R-59-23) for 2024, approved 8/2
• Overrode mayor's veto on city/county budgets (R-57-23/O-108-23), approved 8/2
• Approved resolution to temporarily suspend community identification program applications
• Denied special use permit for car audio business at 1315 State Avenue due to violations and police calls

The Commission voted 8-2 to override Mayor Garner's vetoes of the 2024 budget, the BPU PILOT rate, and the sewer service charge ordinance, keeping the originally passed increases. It also approved a corrected sewer ordinance with a 4% increase (10-0) and adopted a resolution placing a hold on the Community ID Card Program RFP (9-1). Several zoning and special use permits were approved, while one car audio business permit was denied and a transitional housing permit was sent back to the Planning Commission.

• Overrode mayor's veto of 2024 budget (8-2)
• Overrode mayor's veto of BPU PILOT rate (8-2)
• Overrode mayor's veto of sewer service charges (8-2)
• Approved corrected sewer ordinance with 4% increase (10-0)
• Adopted resolution to hold Community ID Card Program RFP (9-1)
• Denied car audio business special use permit at 1315 State Ave (10-0)
• Sent transitional housing permit at 1723 Quindaro Blvd back to Planning Commission (9-0)
• Approved Homefield CID special assessments ordinance (9-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on September 28, 2023, at 5:00 PM to discuss school district updates. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in-person at the Municipal Office Building. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed in the notice.

• Special session regarding school district updates
• Hybrid meeting format with public access options
• Public can attend in person at 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

The Unified Government Commission held a special session to hear presentations from all four Wyandotte County school districts and KCKCC on their budgets, mill levies, and programs. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and ended with adjournment.

• Adjourned special session after presentations (7-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force will hold a hybrid meeting featuring a guest speaker presentation. Various local agencies, including the Mayor's Office and KCK Police Department, are scheduled to provide updates.

• Guest speaker presentation
• Updates from KCK School District USD 500 and Turner School District
• Updates from KCK Police Department and KCK Fire Department
• Updates from Board of Public Utilities and Sheriff’s Department
• Updates from Department of Planning and Urban Design

Committee/Task Force

The Community Corrections Advisory Board of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet in hybrid format on September 27, 2023, at 12:00 PM. The agenda includes reviewing meeting minutes from April 26, 2023, and receiving the 29th FY23 Year End Report. The board will also discuss future meeting locations and any board requests for information.

• Review of meeting minutes from April 26, 2023
• 29th FY23 Year End Report presentation
• Discussion on future meeting location (October 25, 2023, via Zoom)
• Board maintenance: nothing at this time

The Wyandotte County Community Corrections Advisory Board reviewed and unanimously approved the FY 23 Year End Report, which detailed progress on goals like reducing probation revocations and increasing drug/behavioral court referrals. The board also discussed modifications for FY 24, including bi-weekly MRT orientation and converting an offender workforce position to a drug court ISO. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY 23 Year End Report (7-0)
• Accepted April 26, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will hold its monthly meeting virtually on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. The agenda is limited to meeting logistics and contains no listed discussion items or decisions.

• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams
• In-person viewing at Municipal Office Building, 5th floor, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS

The council approved the August minutes and discussed the possibility of returning to in-person meetings every four to six months. Staff provided reports on senior services and upcoming events in Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties.

• Approved August minutes as written

Committee/Task Force

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on September 26, 2023, at 6:30 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

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

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on September 25, 2023, and took action on several items. It approved a grant application for a sexual health curriculum in middle schools, approved an ordinance for PILOT relief for older adults and individuals with disabilities, and rejected an ordinance requiring in-district residency and background checks for board members. The committee also received a presentation on HUD lead grants.

• Approved 3-year grant for WYCO SHIFT sexual health curriculum in KCK middle schools (no match funding required)
• Approved ordinance for BPU PILOT relief for older adults and individuals with disabilities, with different rates for residential and commercial
• Rejected ordinance requiring in-district residency and background checks for UG boards and commissions (motion failed 2-3)
• Presentation on HUD KNOw Lead grants received by Wyandotte County Public Health Department

The committee approved a 3-year grant application for the WyCo SHIFT program, which will provide sexual health and mental health curricula to middle school students in USD 500. They also approved an ordinance for BPU PILOT relief for older adults and individuals with disabilities, with a fast-track to the full commission. A proposed ordinance requiring residency and background checks for board members was moved forward but failed in committee.

• Approved WyCo SHIFT grant application (5-0)
• Approved BPU PILOT relief ordinance with fast-track (5-0)
• Moved forward boards/commissions residency and background check ordinance (2-3, failed)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Committee approved two action items: a joint application by the Kansas City Kansas Police Department and the Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office for the FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant, and updates to the Sewers and Sewage Disposal Ordinance addressing the Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) Program. Both items were approved 6-0. The meeting was held in hybrid format and adjourned at 5:20 PM.

• Approved application for FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (no matching funds required)
• Approved updates to Sewers and Sewage Disposal Ordinance for Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) Program
• Both items approved 6-0

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee approved two items: a joint application by the Police Department and Sheriff's Office for the FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant, and updates to the Sewers and Sewage Disposal Ordinance to establish a Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program with no fee for 2024. Both motions passed unanimously with six ayes.

• Approved joint application for FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (6-0)
• Approved updates to Sewers and Sewage Disposal Ordinance for FOG program with 0% fee for 2024 (6-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Arts, Culture, and Economic Development Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold an in-person meeting on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at The Stables Building, 1303 Central Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no specific items for discussion or decision.

• In-person meeting at The Stables Building, 1303 Central Avenue

Committee/Task Force

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually on Monday, September 18, 2023, at 4:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and access information, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

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

Committee/Task Force

The Land Bank Policy Review Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a hybrid meeting on Monday, September 18, 2023, at 2:30 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific policy items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

• Hybrid meeting format (in-person and Zoom webinar)
• In-person location: 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas
• Zoom webinar ID: 832 5431 2885

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved a public hearing and ordinances creating the Homefield Community Improvement District with sales tax, special assessments, and bonds for the baseball project and training facility. It also adopted the 2024 budget with a one-mill levy reduction, set sewer and solid waste fees, and approved amendments to the Kansas Speedway Development Agreement. Several proclamations and informational presentations were also on the agenda.

• Approved Homefield CID, baseball project, and training facility ordinances (O-101-23, O-102-23, O-103-23)
• Adopted 2024 budget with one-mill levy reduction (O-108-23/R-57-23)
• Set sewer service charge (O-105-23) and solid waste fee (O-106-23) effective Jan 1, 2024
• Approved amendments to Kansas Speedway Development Agreement (R-58-23)
• Approved $103,380 federal JAG grant for police department

The Commission adopted the County Administrator's proposed 2024 budget (Scenario A), which includes $750K in BPU PILOT relief but no mill levy reduction, despite a motion for a one-mill cut. The Commission also approved ordinances creating the Homefield Community Improvement District, authorizing industrial revenue bonds for the Homefield Baseball and Training Facility projects, and setting sewer and solid waste fee increases. A resolution amending the Kansas Speedway development agreement to allow races at Iowa Speedway was also adopted.

• Adopted 2024 budget with $750K PILOT relief, no mill levy cut (8-2)
• Approved sewer service charge increase of 5% (9-1)
• Approved solid waste fee increase to $17.94/month (9-1)
• Set BPU PILOT at 11.9% for 2024 (8-2)
• Created Homefield Community Improvement District with 2% sales tax and special assessments (10-0)
• Authorized $45M IRBs for Homefield Baseball Project (10-0)
• Authorized $65M IRBs for Homefield Training Facility (10-0)
• Amended Kansas Speedway agreement to allow Iowa Speedway races (10-0)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session for presentations from Public Safety officials regarding retention and recruitment. The meeting is informational, with no listed votes or decisions.

• Presentations from Public Safety officials on retention and recruitment

The Commission held a special session to hear presentations from the Sheriff, Police Chief, Fire Chief, and Public Works Director on recruitment and retention challenges, focusing on the residency requirement. No formal decisions or votes were taken on residency or any other policy; the meeting was informational only. The Commission adjourned after the discussion.

• Adjourned special session after informational presentations (10-0)

Committee/Task Force

The board will review the FY23 JCAB Grant Program for four specific organizations. Members will also review the Annual JCAB Report and the Juvenile Year End Comprehensive Grant Report.

• FY23 JCAB Grant Program Review: Jegna Klub (Connecting the Dotts)
• FY23 JCAB Grant Program Review: Lowriding 2 Success Bike Club
• FY23 JCAB Grant Program Review: One Circle
• FY23 JCAB Grant Program Review: Heartland 180
• Annual JCAB Report Review

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee met and approved a resolution authorizing amendments to the Kansas Speedway Development Agreement, including an exception for the Iowa Speedway. The motion passed unanimously with all members present.

• Resolution authorizing amendments to the Kansas Speedway Development Agreement regarding an exception for the Iowa Speedway

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee unanimously approved a resolution authorizing amendments to the Kansas Speedway Development Agreement to exempt Iowa Speedway from a 250-mile non-compete radius. The amendment was fast-tracked to the full commission meeting later that evening. The committee also voted to adjourn.

• Approved resolution authorizing amendments to Kansas Speedway Development Agreement (6-0)
• Fast-tracked resolution to full commission meeting
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board is meeting to review the August listening tour and July retreat, receive reports from the police chief and sheriff, and hear from the legislative auditor. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Overview of August Listening Tour
• Review of July LEAB Retreat
• Reports from Chief Oakman & Sheriff Soptick
• Report from Legislative Auditor (Reed Partridge)

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board held a meeting on September 13, 2023, with an agenda covering an August listening tour overview, a July retreat review, reports from the police chief and sheriff, and a legislative auditor's report. No meeting minutes are available, and no substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

Committee/Task Force

The Park Board will meet to receive updates on recreation and park projects. Staff will also present information regarding the park renaming policy.

• Recreation updates from Shaya Lockett
• Park project updates from Angel Ferrara
• Discussion of Park Renaming Policy

Committee/Task Force

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a hybrid meeting on September 12, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting format with in-person option at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street
• Virtual participation via Zoom webinar with meeting ID 870 2680 6290

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, September 11, 2023, has been cancelled because there were no items to address. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues is holding a hybrid meeting. The agenda includes old and new business, updates on health and equity initiatives, and discussions on police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Discussion of Health and Equity Taskforce updates
• Police/Law Enforcement discussion
• Systemic Racism discussion
• Housing and Landlord/Tenant discussion

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, September 11, 2023, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of items on the agenda.

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on September 6, 2023, at 5:00 PM for a budget workshop. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building. The agenda contains only the notice of the special session and participation details; no specific budget items are listed.

• Special session for budget workshop
• Hybrid format: in-person and virtual (Zoom, YouTube, UGTV)
• Location: Fifth-floor conference room, Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS

The Unified Government Commission held a special budget workshop to discuss options for reducing the city's mill levy for fiscal year 2024. Staff presented two scenarios: a one-mill cut ($1.6M) and a two-mill cut ($3.2M), both paired with corresponding expense reductions and a 'deep dive' review of departmental budgets. No formal decision was made; the commission will vote on the budget on September 14, with both options on the agenda.

• No formal decisions made; budget vote scheduled for September 14
• Discussed one-mill reduction scenario ($1.6M) with expense cuts
• Discussed two-mill reduction scenario ($3.2M) with expense cuts
• Agreed to place both mill levy options on September 14 agenda
• Commissioners Bynum and Burroughs proposed deep dive review of city budgets

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on August 31, 2023, at 5:00 PM for a presentation regarding the Quindaro Ruins. The meeting is hybrid, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation regarding the Quindaro Ruins
• Hybrid meeting format with public access options

The Unified Government Commission held a special session solely for a presentation on the Quindaro Ruins, featuring a documentary and stakeholder comments. No formal decisions, votes, or resolutions were made during the meeting; it was informational and procedural only.

• No substantive decisions made; meeting was a presentation and discussion only
• Adjourned special session at 7:25 p.m. (7-0)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning & Zoning and Board of Commissioners meeting on August 31, 2023, included a consent agenda with several special use permits and rezoning ordinances, all recommended for approval and passed 6-0. The non-consent agenda featured special use permits for short-term rentals and a plan review for a church expansion, which was set over one month. The meeting also included proclamations, plat approvals, a resolution to transfer Juniper Gardens, and Land Bank applications.

• Special use permits for short-term rentals at multiple addresses, including 2924 Eaton St, 2822 W 43rd Ave, 4206 Mission Rd, and others
• Rezoning at 9400 State Ave to CP-2 Planned General Business District (O-90-23)
• Special use permit for event center at Margaritaville Resort Hotel, 9400 State Ave (O-91-23)
• Rezoning at 2508 N 12th St and 1208 Cleveland Ave to RP-5 Planned Apartment District (O-93-23)
• Resolution to transfer title of Juniper Gardens to KC Kansas Housing Authority

The Unified Government Commission approved all consent agenda items, including several special use permits for short-term rentals, a chicken permit, and multiple rezoning ordinances. They also approved a resolution to transfer Juniper Gardens property to the Housing Authority and held over a church expansion plan for 30 days.

• Approved consent agenda including special use permits for chickens, daycare, and short-term rentals (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for 20 chickens at 9350 Nelson Lane (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for daycare at 2605 West 39th Avenue (6-0)
• Approved special use permits for short-term rentals at 2924 Eaton St, 2822 W 43rd Ave, 4206 Mission Rd (6-0)
• Approved rezoning ordinances for properties at 9400 State Ave, 6340 Riverview Ave, 2508 N 12th St, 3542 N 51st St (6-0)
• Approved special use permits for short-term rentals at 4138 Lloyd St, 3925 Springfield St, 4028 Booth St, 4456 Springfield St, 2504 W 47th Ave, 719 Lyon Ave (6-0)
• Held over church expansion plan for Vineyard Church of Piper for 30 days (6-0)
• Adopted resolution to transfer Juniper Gardens property to KCK Housing Authority (6-0)

General

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on August 29, 2023, at 6:30 P.M. 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 option at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515, Kansas City, KS

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission is holding a special meeting with two public hearings: one to consider exceeding the revenue neutral rate, and another for public comment on the proposed 2023 amended budget and 2024 budget. The commission may vote on a resolution and ordinance related to the revenue neutral rate. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on exceeding the revenue neutral rate
• Public comment on proposed 2023 amended budget and 2024 budget
• Consideration of resolution and ordinance for revenue neutral rate

The Unified Government Commission held a public hearing and then voted 8-1 to approve Ordinance No. O-89-23 and Resolution No. R-54-23, allowing the government to exceed the revenue neutral rate for tax year 2024. The approved rates were 33.4429 mills for Kansas City and 32.501 mills for Wyandotte County. Commissioner Burroughs cast the sole dissenting vote.

• Approved exceeding revenue neutral rate for 2024 (8-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. O-89-23 and Resolution No. R-54-23
• Set 2024 mill rates: 33.4429 (KCK) and 32.501 (Wyandotte County)
• Heard public comments on 2024 budget and revenue neutral rate

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved two federal grants for the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department: a $103,380 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant and a $34,304 Violence Against Women Act grant. They also received a quarterly update from Parks and Recreation. The meeting was routine, with all votes unanimous.

• Approved FY23 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG grant of $103,380 for KCK Police
• Approved application for VAWA grant of $34,304 with $9,090 match
• Received Parks and Recreation quarterly update
• Approved minutes from October 24, 2022

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee approved two federal grant applications for the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department: a $103,380 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for equipment and training, and a $34,304 Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant with a $9,090 match. The committee also received a quarterly update from Parks and Recreation, which was for information only and included no formal decisions.

• Approved application for FY23 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG grant of $103,380 (6-0)
• Approved application for VAWA grant of $34,304 with $9,090 match (6-0)
• Approved standing committee minutes from October 24, 2022 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:53 p.m. (6-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, August 28, 2023, has been canceled due to a lack of items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Committee/Task Force

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on August 24, 2023, at 9:00 AM. The agenda includes a guest speaker presentation, updates from various city departments and community partners, and community announcements. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be informational and procedural.

• Guest speaker presentation
• Updates from Mayor's Office, KCK Police, Sheriff's Department, and other agencies
• Community announcements period
• Hybrid meeting at Neighborhood Resource Center and via Zoom

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, has called a special session to conduct a budget workshop. The meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2023, at 5:00 PM in a hybrid format.

• Special session budget workshop

The Unified Government Commission held a special budget workshop to review the proposed 2024 budget, including staffing vacancies, revenue scenarios, and potential cuts. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and ended with a motion to adjourn. The commission discussed but did not decide on mill levy reductions, a $750K BPU PILOT relief program, or other budget adjustments.

• No formal votes taken during the workshop
• Discussed 16 vacant positions eliminated from inventory
• Discussed potential $750K BPU PILOT relief program
• Discussed possible mill levy reductions (revenue neutral, 2-mill)
• Discussed discretionary spending cuts totaling $22M (city) and $6.5M (county)
• Adjourned at 8:05 p.m. (10-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will hold its monthly meeting virtually on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. The agenda is limited to procedural details for attending the meeting, with no specific discussion or action items listed.

• Meeting conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams
• In-person viewing available at Municipal Office Building, 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

The Areawide Advisory Council approved the July minutes as written and received reports from staff on both counties. No formal motions or votes were taken on substantive policy matters; the meeting consisted of informational updates and announcements.

• Approved July meeting minutes as written

Committee/Task Force

This is a notice for an in-person meeting of the Wyandotte County Library Board on Tuesday, August 22, 2022, at 4:00 P.M. at the F.L. Schlagle Library. The agenda contains only procedural details and no specific items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting location: F.L. Schlagle Library, 4051 West Drive, Kansas City, Kansas 66109

The Board unanimously scheduled a budget meeting and public hearing for September 19, 2023, following a public notification error. The meeting also included the appointment of a new board member and a change in board leadership.

• Set Budget Meeting/Public Hearing date for September 19, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Melanie Swartzkopf as new board member
• Named Joe Caiharr as Chairperson following the resignation of Erica Simpson

Committee/Task Force

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation instructions; no specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing option in 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas
• Meeting ID: 864 0305 7600, Passcode: 033338

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on August 17, 2023, at 5:00 PM for a budget workshop. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person. The agenda contains only procedural details for the special session; no specific budget items are listed.

• Special session for budget workshop
• Hybrid format: in-person and virtual options
• Public observation via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom

The Unified Government Commission held a budget workshop to review the proposed $466M 2024 budget, discussing revenue-neutral and two-mill reduction scenarios for the City and County General Funds. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with staff presentations and commissioner questions. The next budget workshop was scheduled to continue the discussion.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the special session
• Reviewed proposed $466M 2024 budget, up from $432M in 2023
• Discussed revenue-neutral scenarios for City General Fund (2.8 mills) and County General Fund (3.78 mills)
• Discussed two-mill reduction scenarios for both General Funds
• Reviewed potential expenditure cuts, including outside agency payments and community programs
• Noted errors in revenue-neutral and two-mill reduction slides; corrections to be provided
• Commissioner Davis requested a deep dive into long-term vacancies (3+ years)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission approved a resolution authorizing up to $250 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for the American Royal Association, and approved a real estate purchase agreement with Kansas City Kansas Community College for properties at 600 and 645 Nebraska Avenue. The commission also adopted ordinances modifying sales tax and utility rebate programs, set a public hearing for a new Community Improvement District, and heard presentations on the financial audit, Willa Gill Center, and summer education program.

• Approved R-52-23: intent to issue up to $250,000,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for American Royal Association
• Approved R-51-23: real estate purchase agreement with KCK Community College for 600 and 645 Nebraska Avenue
• Approved O-88-23 and R-50-23: modifications to Sales Tax and Utility Rebate Programs
• Adopted R-53-23: set public hearing for September 14, 2023 on Homefield Community Improvement District
• Approved board nominations: Melanie Schwartzkopf (Library), Sarah Lynch (Park), Loren Taylor (Landmarks)

The Commission approved a purchase agreement for property at 600 and 645 Nebraska Avenue for a new community college center. It also authorized industrial revenue bonds for the American Royal Association and modified rebate programs for seniors and persons with disabilities.

• Approved real estate purchase agreement for KCK Community College downtown campus (9-0)
• Approved $250M in industrial revenue bonds for American Royal Association sales tax abatement (9-0)
• Approved ordinance modifying Utility and Sales Tax Rebate Programs for seniors and persons with disabilities (9-0)
• Approved nominations for WYCO Library Board, UG Park Board, and Landmarks Commission (9-0)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for Homefield Community Improvement District for Sept. 14 (9-0)
• Approved Special Session minutes from July 13, 2023 (9-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved a resolution expressing intent to issue up to $250,000,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for the American Royal Association, and fast-tracked it to the August 17 full commission meeting. The committee also approved a real estate purchase agreement with Kansas City Kansas Community College for properties at 600 and 645 Nebraska Avenue, with a directive to protect Willa Gil. A second-quarter 2023 investment report was presented for information only.

• Resolution approving intent to issue up to $250,000,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for American Royal Association
• Resolution approving real estate purchase agreement with Kansas City Kansas Community College for 600 and 645 Nebraska Avenue
• Second Quarter 2023 Investment Report presented for information only
• Both resolutions fast-tracked to August 17, 2023 full commission meeting

The committee approved a resolution of intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for the American Royal Association to enable sales tax exemptions on construction materials. A proposed real estate purchase agreement with Kansas City Kansas Community College was fast-tracked to the full commission pending additional language regarding the Willa Gill Center.

• Approved resolution to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds up to $250M for American Royal Association (6-0)
• Approved purchase agreement with KCK Community College for 600 and 645 Nebraska, pending added protections for Willa Gill Center (6-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met on August 14, 2023, and approved all items on its action agenda. This included 10 land bank option applications for single-family homes and 2 land bank property transfers. All motions passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote.

• Approved 10 land bank option applications for single-family homes, including properties on S 86th St, Powell Ave, S 14th St, N 70th Ter, Elizabeth Ave, Orville Ave, Sandusky Ave, and N 77th St
• Approved land bank property transfers: yard extension at 1729 S 15th St and Unified Government storm water project at 1060 Minnesota Ave and 1059 State Ave
• Application A9 for 2935 N 77th St was invalidated by approval of A10 for the same address

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved several Land Bank option applications for single-family homes and two property transfers. The committee also discussed updating policy to prevent multiple applications for the same parcel.

• Approved Land Bank option applications A1-A8 for single-family homes (6-0)
• Approved Land Bank option application A10 for Miguel Cortes (6-0)
• Approved property transfer to Luis Cabrera for yard extension at 1729 S 15th St (6-0)
• Approved property transfer to Unified Government for stormwater project at 1060 Minnesota Ave and 1059 State Ave (6-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to elect a chairperson, swear in new commissioners, and review the status of ethics code revisions and training. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and discussing the commission's website, with an executive session for personnel matters.

• Election of Chairperson
• Swearing in of newly appointed commissioners
• Review of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of ethics training sessions
• Executive session for personnel matters

The commission elected a new chairperson and approved the minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed a monthly administrator's report on ethics training and pending complaints. The commission discussed pending ethics code amendments awaiting placement on the UG Commission agenda.

• Elected Ricky Bragg as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Full Commission

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on August 10, 2023, at 5:00 PM to present the 2024 proposed budget. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Commission Chambers. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of the 2024 proposed budget
• Hybrid meeting format with public access options
• Special session called by the Mayor/CEO

The Unified Government Commission held a special session to receive a presentation on the proposed 2024 budget from County Administrator David Johnston. The proposed $466 million budget aims to address structural imbalances and extend the timeline for reserve fund depletion. No formal votes were taken on the budget, as the commission scheduled future workshops to discuss potential adjustments and service impacts.

• Adjourned the special session (9-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding an in-person listening tour meeting on August 9, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The purpose is to listen and build trust for an ongoing community conversation about law enforcement in Wyandotte County. The meeting will take place at the Livable Neighborhoods Offices, 4953 State Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102.

• Listening tour to build trust regarding law enforcement
• In-person meeting at Livable Neighborhoods Offices, 4953 State Avenue

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board held a listening session where citizens raised concerns about police patrols and homelessness. No formal decisions were made; the board only heard comments and discussed budget meeting schedules before adjourning.

• Adjourned meeting (motion by Soptick, second by Patton)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet in hybrid format on August 9, 2023, to adopt the agenda, approve July minutes, and hear updates on the CSO 19 project and PlanKCK. Staff will also report on fall sports, recreation programs, and park project updates. No public hearings or major decisions are listed.

• CSO 19 project update
• PlanKCK update
• Fall sports registration (soccer and volleyball, $20 fee, deadline Aug. 18)
• Park project updates by Director Angel Ferrara
• Recreation updates by Shaya Lockett

Committee/Task Force

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a hybrid meeting on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting: in-person at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS, or via Zoom webinar

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues will hold a hybrid meeting on August 7, 2023. The agenda includes a speaker from the Voter Network of Wyandotte County and discussions regarding health, equity, and law enforcement.

• Speaker Connie Brown Collins from Voter Network of Wyandotte County
• Health and Equity Taskforce updates
• Discussion on Police/Law Enforcement
• Discussion on Systemic Racism
• Discussion on Housing and Landlord/Tenant issues

Committee/Task Force

The Community Safety & Justice Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a hybrid meeting on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting in 9th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Zoom webinar available with Meeting ID 893 3844 8040

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners held a hybrid meeting on July 27, 2023, covering Planning & Zoning and full Commission agendas. They approved multiple consent and non-consent items, including zoning changes, special use permits for short-term rentals and a used car dealership, a preliminary plan for townhomes, and several plats. The meeting also included proclamations and a presentation on the Citywide Comprehensive Plan update.

• Approved change of zone to A-G Agriculture for properties at 5744 Tauromee Ave, 3000 S 74th St, and 3542 N 51st St
• Approved special use permits for short-term rentals at 4610 Lloyd St, 2716 N 119th St, 2602 N 107th Ter, 1945 Lawrence Ct, 4016 Springfield St, 3716 Springfield St, 2737 S 53rd St, 31 S Tremont St, and 2602 Essex
• Approved preliminary plan review and master plan amendment for townhomes at 825 Parallel Ave
• Approved ordinances for rezoning at 13400 Donahoo Rd and 4403 Rainbow Blvd, and special use permits for a shooting range at 10000 France Family Dr, event space at 6300 Parallel Pkwy, and drinking establishment at 508 Kansas Ave
• Approved plats for Bennett Estates, Family Tree Nursery, Walkers 2nd Addition, Homefield Margaritaville, and I-435 Logistics Park

The Wyandotte County Commission approved three change-of-zone applications to allow agricultural use, granted seven short-term rental permits, and approved a townhome development plan at 825 Parallel Avenue. The board denied a change-of-zone request for agricultural use at 8910 Osage Avenue after public opposition. Additionally, the Commission extended deadlines for the 505 Central project and approved several new residential and commercial plats.

• Approved COZ2023-005 for agricultural use at 5744 Tauromee Avenue (9-0)
• Approved COZ2023-014 for agricultural use at 3000 South 74th Street (9-0)
• Approved COZ2023-016 for agricultural use at 3542 North 51st Street (9-0)
• Denied COZ2023-009 for agricultural use at 8910 Osage Avenue (10-0)
• Approved SP2023-027 short-term rental at 4610 Lloyd Street for 1 year (9-0)
• Approved SP2023-028 short-term rental renewal at 2716 North 119th Street for 5 years (9-0)
• Approved SP2023-029 used car dealership renewal at 1010 Merriam Lane for 5 years (9-0)
• Approved SP2023-031 short-term rental at 2602 North 107th Terrace for 1 year (9-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will hold its monthly meeting. The meeting is scheduled to take place virtually and in person on July 26, 2023.

• Monthly Advisory Council meeting

The Areawide Advisory Council met virtually and approved the May minutes as written; no June meeting had been held. The meeting was informational, with no substantive decisions made. Staff reported on Senior Day, new hires, health assessments, and other program updates.

• Approved May minutes as written

Committee/Task Force

The Community Corrections Advisory Board meeting previously scheduled for Wednesday, July 16, 2023, has been canceled.

Committee/Task Force

This is a notice for a virtual meeting of the Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, on July 25, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics (date, time, virtual access) and no listed agenda items or decisions. The meeting can be viewed in person or via Zoom.

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

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee met to receive a quarterly report from the Public Works Department. Director Jeff Fisher submitted the presentation regarding new initiatives, programs, and challenges. This item was for information only.

• Public Works Quarterly Report presentation

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee received quarterly updates from Public Works, Buildings and Logistics, and Parks and Recreation departments. Officials discussed pavement and bridge condition indices, grant applications for Kansas Avenue, building stabilization projects, and a successful illegal dumping cleanup partnership with KDHE. No substantive policy decisions or ordinance votes were taken, as the meeting was for information and discussion only, followed by adjournment.

• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on July 24, 2023, with Commissioner Markley absent. The committee approved a modification to the Utility Rebate and Sales Tax Rebate Programs and received an informational presentation on maternal and child health programs.

• Approved ordinance/resolution modifying Utility Rebate and Sales Tax Rebate Programs (Tracking #212590), motion by Kane, second by Ramirez, approved 5-0
• Presentation on Maternal Child Health and Women, Infants and Children programs by Acting Health Department Director Ambur Banner (Tracking #212591), for information only

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee received a presentation on Health Department maternal-child and WIC programs, and approved an ordinance modifying the Utility Rebate and Sales Tax Rebate Programs. The changes align income eligibility and disability definitions with the state Homestead program, expand utility rebate access to non-residents who hold BPU accounts, set a flat $200 sales tax rebate, and adjust age and application deadline rules.

• Approved ordinance modifying Utility Rebate and Sales Tax Rebate Programs (5-0)
• Received presentation on Maternal Child Health and WIC programs (for information only)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Solid Waste Management Committee will meet to review the Solid Waste Management Plan and a WM proposal. The meeting will also include an informational update on a Solid Waste Rate Study and the KDHE Illegal Dump Program.

• Overview of the Solid Waste Management Plan
• WM Proposal
• Ordinance Updates
• Solid Waste Rate Study (Informational Only)
• KDHE Illegal Dump Program

Committee/Task Force

The Arts, Culture, and Economic Development Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold an in-person meeting on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at The Stables Building, 1303 Central Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. The agenda provided contains only meeting logistics and no specific items for discussion or decision.

Committee/Task Force

The meeting for the Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force scheduled for Wednesday, July 19, 2023, has been canceled.

Committee/Task Force

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee will hold a meeting on July 17, 2023. The agenda does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a meeting and retreat. The session is scheduled to take place in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• Law Enforcement Advisory Board meeting and retreat

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board met at City Hall to receive a presentation from the Department of Justice. No board actions were taken during this meeting.

• No board action taken

General

The Business and Economic Development Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually on July 14, 2023, at 10:00 AM. The agenda includes a special presentation from a consultant on an economic development assessment for the UG and continued discussion regarding community benefits ordinances.

• Special presentation from consultant on economic development assessment
• Continued discussion on community benefits ordinances

General

This is a notice of a special session of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, scheduled for July 13, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The meeting is a joint session with the Board of Public Utilities and will be held in a hybrid format. The agenda contains only procedural details for public participation, with no specific items listed.

• Joint meeting with Board of Public Utilities
• Hybrid format with public access via YouTube, UGTV, and Zoom
• In-person viewing at Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street

The Unified Government Commission and the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) held a joint special session to discuss utility billing, the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) structure, and potential service improvements. Officials discussed the possibility of bifurcating utility bills, reducing the PILOT cap, and resuming regular joint meetings to address resident concerns. No formal votes were taken to change policies, but leaders agreed to continue collaborative efforts through task forces and future meetings.

• Adjourned the joint meeting (9-0 UG, 6-0 BPU)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved a consent agenda including ordinances for special assessments on the Urban Outfitter Distribution Center and allowing Google to operate communications services in rights-of-way, plus a resolution to exceed the revenue-neutral rate after overriding the Mayor's veto. The meeting also included proclamations, community input, and a presentation on Essential Families.

• Ordinance O-78-23 levying special assessments on Urban Outfitter Distribution Center
• Ordinance O-79-23 allowing Google to operate communications services in rights-of-way
• Resolution R-45-23 authorizing eminent domain survey for 90th Street and State Avenue
• VOCA grant application for $380,980 in federal victim services funds
• Resolution R-48-23 to exceed revenue-neutral rate, adopted after veto override

The Commission adopted Resolution R-48-23 declaring intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate for both the City of Kansas City, Kansas (max 38.476593 mills) and Wyandotte County (max 37.328383 mills), and set a public hearing for August 28, 2023. Mayor Garner vetoed the resolution, but the Commission overrode the veto with a 9-0 vote. The consent agenda was approved 9-0, including ordinances for special assessments on the Urban Outfitter Distribution Center, a Google Fiber franchise, and a resolution committing one county mill annually to infrastructure.

• Adopted Resolution R-48-23 to exceed revenue neutral rate (8-1, veto overridden 9-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-78-23 for special assessments on Urban Outfitter Distribution Center (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-79-23 granting Google Fiber franchise (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-45-23 for eminent domain survey on 90th Street (9-0)
• Approved VOCA FY2024 grant application for $380,980 (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-46-23 committing one county mill to infrastructure (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-80-23 amending court fees and ability-to-pay process (9-0)
• Approved MOU with UFCW Police Communications Unit (9-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Library Board of the Unified Government will hold an in-person meeting. The agenda provided contains only the meeting notice and logistical information for attendance.

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met to review agenda items and approve previous minutes. The committee voted to adopt a resolution extending various development agreement deadlines for the 505 Central project.

• Resolution: First Amendment to the 505 Central Project (Tracking #: 212577)

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved a resolution to extend three deadlines in the 505 Central development agreement by one year each. The conditions and commencement deadlines move from September 1, 2023, to September 1, 2024, and the completion deadline from September 1, 2025, to September 1, 2026. The vote was unanimous (6-0). No other business was conducted.

• Approved first amendment to 505 Central development agreement extending deadlines by one year (6-0)
• Approved standing committee minutes from November 7, 2022 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:08 p.m. (6-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee approved three land bank option applications for two single-family homes and one duplex, and two land bank property transfers. All items were approved unanimously with 6-0 votes. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no public comment or discussion items.

• Approved land bank option for Bi'Anca Smart: 2530 N Hallock St
• Approved land bank option for Beth Dringenberg: 2745 S Holmes St
• Approved land bank option for Marco Sanchez (duplex): 2825 N 68th St
• Approved property transfer to Highland Park Cemetery: 40001 State Ave
• Approved property transfer to Mary Ann Barnes: 145 N 61st Ter

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved all Land Bank option applications and property transfers as submitted, including two single-family homes, one duplex, and two property transfers. The votes were unanimous with six 'Ayes' for each item. No public comments were received.

• Approved Land Bank option applications for two homes and one duplex (6-0)
• Approved Land Bank property transfers for Highland Park Cemetery and Mary Ann Barnes (6-0)

General

The Community Safety & Justice Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a hybrid meeting on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting at 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Zoom webinar available with Meeting ID 864 0305 7600

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on June 29, 2023, at 5:00 PM for a presentation by Livable Neighborhoods. The agenda contains only this single presentation item, with no other business listed.

• Presentation by Livable Neighborhoods

The Unified Government Commission held a special session for a presentation by Livable Neighborhoods staff on their programs, community engagement, and identified priorities. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational and adjourned after discussion.

• No formal decisions made; presentation only

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners held a hybrid meeting on June 29, 2023, addressing planning and zoning items, public hearings, and routine consent agenda items. The board approved several rezoning ordinances, special use permits, and resolutions, including the Margaritaville/Homefield outdoor project and Homefield Baseball Amendment. The meeting also included proclamations and appointments, with most items passing unanimously.

• Approved resolution of intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor project (R-41-23)
• Approved public hearing for Homefield Baseball Amendment (R-42-23)
• Approved rezoning at 2508 N 12th St and 1208 Cleveland Ave from R-2 to RP-5 for church-to-apartment conversion
• Approved special use permit for retail shooting range at 10000 France Family Drive
• Approved ordinance creating Community Improvement District for Urban Outfitters Distribution Center (O-77-23)

The Unified Government Commission approved a resolution of intent to issue up to $135 million in industrial revenue bonds for the Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor project, and amended a prior resolution for Homefield Baseball. The Commission also approved several rezoning ordinances and special use permits, including a retail shooting range and an event space. A resolution to exceed the revenue-neutral rate failed, but was later reconsidered and moved to the July 13 meeting.

• Approved resolution of intent for $135M industrial revenue bonds for Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor (7-0)
• Amended Homefield Baseball industrial revenue bond resolution (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for church-to-apartment conversion at 2508 N. 12th St. (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for retail shooting range at 10000 France Family Dr. (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for event space at 6300 Parallel Pkwy. (7-0)
• Approved special use permit renewal for short-term rental at 527 Tenny Ave. (7-0)
• Held over special use permit for short-term rental at 2737 S. 53rd St. (7-0)
• Failed to exceed revenue-neutral rate; later reconsidered and moved to July 13 meeting (6-1)

General

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515, Kansas City, Kansas
• Meeting ID: 864 0305 7600, Passcode: 033338

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee approved several items, including updates to the Human Resources Guide for nursing mothers and pregnant workers, an ordinance to reduce court fees, and the 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD block grants. They also received an informational report on the Workday ERP project. One item on primary election conformance was removed from the agenda.

• Approved HR Guide updates: Break Time for Nursing Mothers and new Pregnant Worker Fairness Act policy
• Approved ordinance amending Section 23-13 to eliminate some court fees and formalize payment process
• Approved resolution for 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD block grants
• Removed ordinance/resolution on primary election conformance from agenda
• Received report on Workday ERP implementation status

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved an ordinance allowing Google to provide internet services in the legal right-of-way for 2% of gross profits and authorized a grant application for $380,980 in federal VOCA victim services funds. The committee also advanced a resolution for a county-funded infrastructure program, approved a five-year Edwardsville wholesale wastewater rate agreement, and received presentations on the Armourdale watershed study and a solid waste rate study.

• Approved ordinance allowing Google to operate and maintain communications services in rights-of-way (6-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing land survey and description for 90th Street and State Avenue eminent domain (6-0)
• Approved application for FY 2024 VOCA grant of $380,980 for victim services (6-0)
• Approved resolution committing a county mill to the County Funded Infrastructure Program (6-0)
• Approved 5-year Edwardsville wholesale wastewater rate agreement and fast-tracked to June 29 meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on June 26, 2023, and approved several items, including updates to the Human Resources Guide for nursing mothers and pregnant workers, an ordinance to reduce court fees, and the 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD block grants. The committee also received an informational report on the Workday ERP project. One agenda item, the Primary Election Conformance ordinance, was removed from the agenda.

• Approved update to HR Guide Section 2.19 (Break Time for Nursing Mothers) and new Section 2.17A (Pregnant Worker Fairness Act), fast-tracked to June 29, 2023 commission meeting
• Approved ordinance amending Section 23-13 to eliminate some court fees and formalize ability-to-pay process
• Approved resolution for 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD block grants
• Removed ordinance/resolution for Primary Election Conformance from agenda
• Received informational report on ERP Workday project status

The committee approved and fast-tracked two Human Resources Guide policy updates: a new Pregnant Worker Fairness Act policy (Section 2.17A) and revisions to the Break Time for Nursing Mothers policy (Section 2.19), both responding to new federal regulations. It also approved an ordinance eliminating the $30 municipal court cost and formalizing an ability-to-pay process, and approved the 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD block grants. The primary election conformance item was removed from the agenda, and the Workday ERP project update was presented for information only.

• Approved and fast-tracked HR Guide updates for Pregnant Worker Fairness Act and nursing mothers break time (5-0)
• Approved ordinance eliminating $30 court cost and formalizing ability-to-pay docket (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Annual Action Plan for HUD CDBG, HOME, and ESG grants (5-0)
• Removed primary election conformance ordinance/resolution from agenda
• Received Workday ERP project status update for information only

General

The Governing Body of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, has called a special session. The purpose of this meeting is to conduct a budget workshop.

• Budget workshop

The Unified Government Commission held a budget workshop to review findings from community engagement sessions and a budget simulator tool. Staff presented data on public safety, infrastructure, and community services, noting that residents prioritized infrastructure improvements and expressed interest in innovative revenue sources. No formal legislative actions were taken; the session served as a final workshop before the introduction of the 2024 budget in August.

• Adjourned the special session (9-0)

General

This is a notice of a Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) meeting for the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, scheduled for Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at 5:00 P.M. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, with in-person attendance in the 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, at 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas, or via Zoom webinar. The agenda text provided contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no specific agenda items listed.

• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and Zoom options
• Meeting ID: 839 7781 6642, Passcode: 534725
• Location: 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS

General

The Wyandotte County Library Board is meeting to discuss and vote on the library budget, including a proposed 3% expenditure increase for 2024, and to receive ethics training. The board will also review budget projections and the public hearing process if the increase exceeds the revenue neutral rate.

• Proposed 3% budget increase for County Library Fund, with 2024 forecast expenditures of $4,422,079
• Ethics training for board members scheduled
• Discussion of budget increase options (3%, 5%, 8%) and revenue neutral rate implications
• Public hearing notification process for exceeding revenue neutral rate outlined
• Monthly reports from KCK Public Library, Bonner Springs City Library, and Turner Community Library

The Wyandotte County Public Library Board approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting and received required ethics training. The board decided to hold a special session on July 11, 2023, to finalize the budget, as more time was needed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from May 16, 2023 meeting
• Scheduled special budget session for July 11, 2023 at 4:00pm

Committee/Task Force

The Ethics Commission approved the May 11, 2023 meeting minutes unanimously. The administrator reported on training activities and complaint status, and discussed the status of pending Ethics Code amendments, which had been pulled from the April 13 and April 27, 2023 agendas by the Mayor. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed pending Ethics Code amendments, no action taken
• Noted plan to send letter to Mayor requesting placement of amendments on agenda

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas called a special session for a budget workshop on June 15, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The public could observe or listen via YouTube, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building.

The Unified Government Commission held a budget workshop to review the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program and discuss options to reduce reliance on debt. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with staff presenting capital needs and debt-reduction strategies for the upcoming budget. The Commission heard presentations on infrastructure conditions, parks projects, and debt policy, and discussed potential shifts in funding.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only
• Heard presentation on 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program
• Discussed options to reduce debt financing starting in 2024
• Considered shifting mills from City Bond & Interest Fund to General Fund
• Reviewed bridge and street infrastructure needs
• Discussed parks projects and funding requests

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board is conducting an in-person meeting to listen to residents. This meeting is part of an ongoing community conversation regarding law enforcement in Wyandotte County.

• Community listening tour meeting at Eisenhower Recreation Center

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board met for a listening session at Eisenhower Recreation Center. Public comments focused on celebratory gunfire and animal services. No board action was taken.

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board is holding its regular meeting on June 14, 2023, in a hybrid format. The agenda includes adoption of the agenda, approval of previous minutes, and staff updates on recreation programs, pool updates, and park projects. No new business is listed for discussion.

• Staff updates on recreation programs, pool updates, and summer programs
• Park project updates and special event policy discussion
• Rec Center Study update
• Kaboom! and Non-Profit Connect Award mentions

General

The Business and Economic Development Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 3:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation instructions; no specific business items are listed.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Meeting ID: 831 5391 7948, Passcode: 881301

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on June 8, 2023, at 4:30 PM. The meeting begins with a closed executive session on personnel matters, followed by a public special session on school district updates. The public can observe via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom.

• Executive session on personnel matters (closed to public)
• Special session on school district updates
• Hybrid format with in-person viewing at Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street

The Unified Government Commission held a special session to hear presentations from Donnelly College, KCK Community College, and the Bonner Springs, Turner, KCK Public Schools, and Piper school districts. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with commissioners expressing appreciation and interest in future collaboration on tax policy and partnerships.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene into special session (8-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (8-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission approved several consent agenda items, including grants for public health and police, a resolution supporting Communities for All Ages, and an amendment to the Homefield CID agreement. They also held the final public hearing for the Community Development 2023 Annual Action Plan and received a presentation on the fire workforce assessment.

• Approved CDC grant ($300,000-$500,000/year) for sexual health clinic infrastructure
• Approved SAMHSA grant ($750,000) for substance abuse and mental health services
• Approved Department of Energy grant ($197,000) for energy efficiency and conservation
• Approved HeroFundUSA grant application ($24,000, 50% match) for police safety equipment
• Adopted R-39-23 supporting Communities for All Ages and R-40-23 amending Homefield CID agreement

The Commission adopted Resolution R-40-23 approving the First Amendment to the Homefield development agreement, which shifts from pay-as-you-go to CID bond financing, adds new project components (Big Shots, Atlas9, Live Nation arena), and adjusts baseball and IRB terms. The Commission also approved a consent agenda including resolutions and grants, and held a public hearing on the 2023 Annual Action Plan. No substantive decisions were made on the fire workforce assessment presentation, which was informational only.

• Adopted Resolution R-40-23 approving Homefield development agreement amendment (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Communities for All Ages resolution (8-0)
• Approved CDC grant for sexual health clinic infrastructure (8-0)
• Approved SAMHSA $750,000 grant (8-0)
• Approved DOE Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant $197,000 (8-0)
• Approved HeroFund USA grant application $24,000 (8-0)
• Approved minutes from November 3, 2022 (8-0)
• Held public hearing on 2023 Annual Action Plan; no public comments

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee reviewed and approved several items, including bond resolutions for the Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor project and Homefield Baseball Amendment, an amendment to the Criterion Development performance agreement, and ordinances creating a Community Improvement District and levying special assessments for the Urban Outfitters Distribution Center. The committee also received an informational report on first quarter 2023 investments and an update on the Rock Island Bridge grant transfer. All votes were unanimous, with some items fast-tracked to the full Commission.

• Approved First Amendment to Assignment, Assumption, and Amended and Restated Agreement (Homefield CID), 5-0
• Adopted Resolution of Intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor project, 6-0
• Adopted Resolution of Intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for Homefield Baseball Amendment, 6-0
• Authorized first amendment to performance agreement with CPC Land Acquisition LLC (Criterion Development), 6-0
• Authorized creation of Community Improvement District and special assessments for Urban Outfitters Distribution Center, 6-0

The committee approved amendments to the Homefield development agreement, including new project components and a shift to a bonded CID structure. It also authorized the creation of a Community Improvement District for the Urban Outfitters Distribution Center to fund workforce transit.

• Approved First Amendment to Homefield Development Agreement and fast-tracked to 6/8 Commission meeting (5-0)
• Approved Resolution of Intent to issue IRBs for Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor (6-0)
• Approved Resolution of Intent to issue IRBs for Homefield Baseball Amendment (6-0)
• Approved construction date extensions for Criterion Development housing project (6-0)
• Approved creation of Community Improvement District for Urban Outfitters (6-0)
• Approved levying special assessments on Urban Outfitters Distribution Center (6-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee approved eight single-family home land bank option applications and one commercial application, while three commercial applications were removed at the request of the Land Bank Manager. The committee also approved minutes from October 10, 2022, and adjourned.

• Approved 8 single-family home land bank applications, including 17 S Cherokee St, 1598 N 86th St, 1955 S 98th St, 2926 W 40th Ave, 4007 S Thompson St, 1256-1258 Argentine Blvd, 7651 Webster Ave, 1428 N 31st St
• Approved commercial application for US Trailer Rentals at 1301 N 2nd St (5-1 vote, Bynum opposed)
• Removed 3 commercial applications (Hulon Crayton restaurant at 3711/3701 Delavan Ave, Hulon Crayton restaurant/event space at 2000 N 10th St, Clint Barr office/shop at 2000 N 10th St) at Land Bank Manager's request
• Approved standing committee minutes from October 10, 2022 (6-0)

The committee approved eight option applications for single-family homes. It also approved a commercial option for a semi-truck trailer rental business despite objections from community members regarding the Northeast KCK Heritage Trail.

• Approved minutes from October 10, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved 8 single-family home land bank options (A1-A8) (6-0)
• Approved commercial land bank option for US Trailer Rentals at 1301 N 2nd St (5-1)

General

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues is holding a hybrid meeting to discuss routine business, including approving May meeting minutes. The agenda includes updates on health and equity taskforce initiatives, police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues, followed by open discussion. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approve May meeting minutes
• Health and Equity Taskforce initiatives and updates
• Police/Law Enforcement discussion
• Systemic Racism discussion
• Housing and Landlord/Tenant discussion

General

The Community Safety & Justice Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting: in-person at 9th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS, or via Zoom webinar
• Zoom Meeting ID: 864 0305 7600, Passcode: 033338
• Dial-in options available for phone participation

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas called a special session for a budget workshop on June 1, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The public could attend in person or via Zoom/YouTube.

The Unified Government Commission held a special session budget workshop focused on revenue, with staff presentations on property and sales tax structures, comparisons to other Kansas cities, and potential revenue options. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the session was informational, concluding with discussion of future budget steps and a motion to adjourn.

• Adjourned special session (9-0)

General

This is a meeting of the Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas. The agenda is limited to the notice of the meeting itself and contains no specific items for decision or discussion.

• Meeting held in person at Commission Chambers, Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS

General

The Land Bank Policy Review Subcommittee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on May 25, 2023, at 2:00 PM to review land bank policies. Residents may attend in person at the 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas, or join virtually via Zoom.

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on May 25, 2023, at 5:00 PM for a budget workshop. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in-person at the Municipal Office Building. The agenda contains only the notice and logistics for the special session; no specific budget items are listed.

• Budget workshop scheduled for May 25, 2023, at 5:00 PM
• Hybrid meeting format with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in-person
• Location: 5th-floor conference room, Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

The Unified Government Commission held a special session budget workshop, reviewing long-range revenue and expenditure forecasts for all city and county funds through 2028. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational, with staff presenting assumptions and commissioners discussing potential adjustments to mill levies and services.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; workshop was informational
• Discussed property tax revenue growth assumptions of 15% in 2024, 6% in 2025, 4% onward
• Discussed sales tax growth assumption of 2.9% in 2024, 2% onward
• Commissioner Bynum requested consideration of eliminating PILOT for target population
• Commissioner Markley proposed using one-time World Cup revenue as seed money for Arts Commission

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners held a hybrid meeting on May 25, 2023, addressing planning and zoning items, including rezoning, special use permits, and ordinances. The board approved a change of zone and master plan amendment to convert an office building into a mixed-use apartment building at 10200 Abilities Way, despite a 6/3 vote with three commissioners opposed. Several special use permits were approved for grading, tire sales, a summer day camp, home occupation, and live entertainment. The meeting also included proclamations, resolutions on bonds and property purchases, and land bank property transfers.

• Approved COZ2023-001 and MPL2023-001 to convert office building to mixed-use apartments at 10200 Abilities Way (6/3 vote)
• Approved special use permits for tire sales (336 S 42nd St), YMCA summer camp (3130 N 122nd St), and live entertainment at Chateau Avalon Hotel (695/701 Village West Pkwy)
• Adopted ordinances O-50-23 through O-58-23, including rezoning at 915 Barnett Ave, short-term rentals, and a telecom tower at 715 N 16th St
• Approved resolution R-35-23 for Dairy Farmers of America bond indenture and R-36-23 for real estate purchases with KCKCC
• Land Bank approved option applications for 2 homes, 15 multi-family units, 1 commercial property, and a hold area for Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corp

The Unified Government Commission approved a change of zone and master plan amendment to convert the former Cerner office towers at 10200 Abilities Way into a mixed-use development with about 230 market-rate apartments and ground-floor commercial space. The vote was 6-3 for both items. The commission also approved several special use permits, including a 10-year renewal for a home gift shop, and adopted multiple ordinances formalizing prior approvals.

• Approved COZ2023-001 change of zone to CP-3 for mixed-use at 10200 Abilities Way (6-3)
• Approved MPL2023-001 master plan amendment to Mixed-Use (6-3)
• Approved SP2023-015 home occupation gift shop renewal for 10 years (9-0)
• Approved SP2023-012 grading permit at 924 N 98th St for 2 years (9-0)
• Approved SP2023-013 tire sales/service at 336 S 42nd St for 2 years (9-0)
• Approved SP2023-014 YMCA summer day camp at 3130 N 122nd St for 2 years (9-0)
• Approved SP2023-018 live entertainment at Chateau Avalon Hotel for 5 years (9-0)
• Approved COZ2023-008 duplex rezoning at 410 Ann Ave (9-0)

General

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will hold its monthly meeting virtually on May 24, 2023. The agenda is limited to meeting logistics and does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams
• In-person viewing at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515
• Phone conference ID: 818 768 115#

The Areawide Advisory Council approved the April minutes as written and cancelled its June 28 meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports and announcements about upcoming events.

• Approved April minutes as written
• Cancelled June 28, 2023 meeting

General

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually on May 23, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. The public may attend in person at the 5th-floor conference room in Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas, or join via Zoom.

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board and Community Safety & Justice Task Force are holding a joint virtual meeting to discuss their respective roles and how they can partner to improve community safety and law enforcement. The agenda includes announcements about partnership and public awareness, and discussions on transparency and accountability. No formal votes or decisions are listed.

• Discussion on roles of Law Enforcement Advisory Board and Community Safety & Justice Task Force
• Partnership and public awareness announcement
• Transparency and accountability discussion
• Review of use of force policies, officer training, and complaint procedures

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Committee approved a grant application to HeroFundUSA for $24,000 to provide first responders with safety equipment, requiring a 50% match from existing budget funds. The committee also received informational presentations on right-of-way mowing procedures, the solid waste management 5-year plan, and pool inspections. No other action items were considered.

• Approved application for $24,000 HeroFundUSA grant with 50% budget match (Tracking #212439)
• Presentation on Street Division Right-of-Way Mowing standard operating procedures (Tracking #212454)
• Presentation on Solid Waste Management 5-year plan (Tracking #212455)
• Presentation on pool inspections update (Tracking #212464)

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved a motion to apply for a $24,000 HeroFundUSA grant to purchase a drone for the police Special Operations Unit, with a 50% match from existing budget funds. The vote was unanimous (5-0). Three other items were informational only: right-of-way mowing SOP, solid waste annual report, and pool inspections. No public comments were received.

• Approved application for $24,000 HeroFundUSA grant for police drone (5-0)
• Received right-of-way mowing SOP as information only
• Received solid waste annual report as information only
• Received pool inspections presentation as information only

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on May 22, 2023, and approved four resolutions and grants, including a CDC grant for sexual health clinics, a SAMHSA grant, and a Department of Energy grant. The committee also received informational updates on ARPA allocations, the draft 2023 Annual Action Plan, and GOV Delivery email service. All votes were 4-0, with Commissioner Markley absent.

• Resolution supporting Communities for All Ages (Tracking #212458)
• Resolution on accessing Metro 24 Funds (Tracking #212459)
• CDC grant for sexual health clinic infrastructure, $300,000-$500,000 annually (Tracking #212463)
• SAMHSA grant, $750,000 for 1 year (Tracking #212465)
• Department of Energy Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, $197,000 (Tracking #212466)

The committee approved a resolution supporting participation in the Communities for All Ages program and a resolution establishing a process for accessing Metro 24 funds for Argentine and Rosedale youth activities. It also approved three federal grants: a CDC grant for sexual health clinic infrastructure, a SAMHSA grant for mental health services, and a Department of Energy grant for energy efficiency. The committee received informational updates on ARPA allocations, the 2023 Annual Action Plan, and GovDelivery email service.

• Approved Communities for All Ages resolution (4-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing County Administrator to award grants from Metro 24 fund, fast-tracked to 5/25 Full Commission (4-0)
• Approved CDC grant application for sexual health clinic infrastructure, $300,000-$500,000/year for 5 years (4-0)
• Approved SAMHSA grant application for $750,000 for mental health services (4-0)
• Approved Department of Energy grant application for $197,000 for energy efficiency (4-0)
• Received ARPA update as information only
• Received 2023 Annual Action Plan presentation as information only
• Received GovDelivery email service update as information only

General

The Unified Government Governing Body will hold a special session on May 18, 2023. The meeting is scheduled for a PILOT presentation and discussion regarding revenue neutral matters.

• PILOT presentation and discussion regarding revenue neutral

The Commission reviewed recommendations to reduce the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) rate for residential customers and seniors. Members also discussed the 2024 budget forecast, with the County Administrator stating he will not recommend a revenue neutral rate due to projected structural imbalances.

• No formal vote taken on PILOT rate reductions; consensus reached to continue working toward relief
• Rejected incorporating a revenue neutral rate into the upcoming budget recommendation
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

General

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force is holding a hybrid meeting on May 17, 2023, at 7:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

• Hybrid meeting at KCK Public Library South Branch, 3104 Strong Avenue
• Zoom access provided with Meeting ID 898 9298 4236

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Public Library Board discussed budget proposals for a 3%, 5%, and 8% increase, with a preliminary 3% request to cover cost-of-living adjustments. No final budget decision was made; the board will vote at the June 20, 2023 meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes from February 21, 2023 meeting
• Discussed preliminary 3% budget increase request, with 5% and 8% options also provided
• Scheduled ethics training for June 20, 2023 meeting

General

This is a public workshop, not a regular business meeting. Attendees will review survey results and economic data, then work in breakout groups to develop future scenarios for the county. The summit is part of the PlanKCK visioning process and includes a keynote by County Administrator David W. Johnston.

• Scenario-planning workshop at James P. Davis Hall, Wyandotte County Lake
• Review of survey results and state of the economy snapshot
• Breakout groups to develop scenario narratives
• Keynote by County Administrator David W. Johnston

General

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually on May 15, 2023, at 4:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and access information; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Meeting held virtually via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street
• Meeting ID: 868 7913 2362, Passcode: 541016

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission will convene on May 11, 2023, to review the monthly administrator report, discuss ethics code revisions, and set schedules for ethics training and website updates. The meeting includes public comment, old and new business items, and a closed session for personnel matters.

• 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
• Executive Session for personnel matters

General

The Government Efficiency Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on May 11, 2023, at 3:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions.

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

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special executive session on May 11, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The session is closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act and is for consultation with legal counsel regarding litigation. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Executive session for legal counsel on litigation
• Closed to the public under Kansas Open Meetings Act

The Unified Government Commission met in Executive Session to consult with legal counsel regarding litigation. The session was authorized by a vote of 8-0. No substantive policy decisions or public votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for legal consultation (8-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (8-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission meeting on May 11, 2023, was largely ceremonial, featuring multiple proclamations and presentations. The main substantive actions were the unanimous approval of four resolutions authorizing memorandums of understanding between the Unified Government, KCKPD, and school districts USD 202, 203, 204, and 500 to administer a 911 call taker training program. The commission also approved minutes, weekly business, a board reappointment, and a travel request.

• Approved R-31-23 through R-34-23: MOUs with USD 202, 203, 204, and 500 for 911 call taker training
• Proclamations for Municipal Clerks Week, Global Love Day, Mexican Culture Pride Day, Police Week, and others
• Presentation on Police Athletic League activities
• Reappointed Deryl Wynn to REACH Foundation Board for 3-year term
• Approved Commissioner Davis travel to NACo 2023 Annual Conference in Austin, TX

The Unified Government Commission approved four resolutions authorizing memoranda of understanding with USD 202, 203, 204, and 500 to administer a 911 call-taker training program with KCKPD. The commission also approved the reappointment of Deryl Wynn to the REACH Foundation Board and a travel request for Commissioner Davis to attend NACo's 2023 Annual Conference. All votes were 8-0.

• Approved MOU with USD 202 for 911 call-taker training (8-0)
• Approved MOU with USD 203 for 911 call-taker training (8-0)
• Approved MOU with USD 204 for 911 call-taker training (8-0)
• Approved MOU with USD 500 for 911 call-taker training (8-0)
• Approved reappointment of Deryl Wynn to REACH Foundation Board (8-0)
• Approved travel request for Commissioner Davis to NACo conference (8-0)

General

The Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas Law Enforcement Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting to review a police-involved shooting, discuss feedback from an April listening session, and plan a June listening session. The board will also clarify social media policies.

• Discussion of a police-involved shooting
• Review of April listening session feedback
• Planning for June listening session
• Social media policy clarification

The provided record for the Law Enforcement Advisory Board meeting on May 10, 2023, contains no minutes. No decisions, approvals, or discussions are documented.

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board is meeting to adopt the agenda, approve April minutes, and hear a wrap-up of the 2024 Capital Project Planning Workshop. No new business is listed, and the agenda is largely procedural with staff updates on recreation and park projects.

• 2024 Capital Project Planning Workshop wrap-up by Matt Zayas
• Recreation updates: summer programs at Eisenhower and Beatrice L. Lee Community Centers, June 12–July 20
• Park project updates by Angel Ferrara
• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes

General

The Business and Economic Development Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a virtual meeting on May 9, 2023, 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 at Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Meeting ID: 825 5509 2331, Passcode: 852241

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee approved several items, including amendments to the Homefield CID agreement, resolutions of intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for the Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor project and the Homefield Baseball Amendment, and a resolution authorizing real estate purchase agreements with Kansas City Kansas Community College. It also approved a supplemental indenture for Dairy Farmers of America bonds and received a budget report for information only.

• Approved First Amendment to Homefield CID agreement (Tracking #212433)
• Approved resolution of intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor project (Tracking #212434)
• Approved resolution of intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for Homefield Baseball Amendment (Tracking #212434)
• Approved resolution authorizing two real estate purchase agreements with KCKCC, with added language ensuring continuous alley access near Willa Gill Center (Tracking #212428)
• Approved second supplemental indenture for taxable industrial revenue bonds for Dairy Farmers of America project (Tracking #212429)

The committee approved the first amendment to the Homefield development agreement, which authorizes bonded CID financing for new projects including a Margaritaville resort, arena, and museum. It also approved resolutions of intent to issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor and Homefield Baseball projects. The committee approved a resolution to sell two properties to KCKCC for $10, with added language to protect St. Mary's Food Kitchen's alley access.

• Approved First Amendment to Homefield CID development agreement (6-0)
• Approved resolution of intent to issue IRBs for Margaritaville/Homefield Outdoor (6-0)
• Approved resolution of intent to issue IRBs for Homefield Baseball (6-0)
• Approved sale of two properties to KCKCC for $10 with alley access protection (5-1)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed and voted on numerous Land Bank option applications, property transfers, and a hold area request. Most applications were approved, while a few were denied or held over for further clarification. The meeting was routine, with no public comment.

• Approved 15 single-family home option applications (A1-A9, A10, A11, A12) with votes ranging from 5-1 to 6-0
• Denied application A13 for 2515 N 63rd St (Joel Ortiz) 6-0
• Held over applications A14-A15 for 1598 N 86th St to clarify building plans
• Approved multi-family (B1-B3) and commercial (C1) applications; denied C3 (2280 Russel Ave) and C4 (1902-1916 N 7th St) 6-0
• Approved property transfer for 812 Lafayette Ave and hold area for Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation

The committee approved several single-family and multi-family Land Bank applications and a property transfer. It established a hold area for the Tremont project to facilitate future acquisition by Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation. Several commercial applications were denied or tabled for further clarification.

• Approved Land Bank applications A1-A9 (5-1)
• Approved Land Bank application A10 (5-1)
• Approved Land Bank applications A11 and A12 (6-0)
• Denied Land Bank application A13 (6-0)
• Tabled Land Bank applications A14 and A15 for clarification (6-0)
• Approved multi-family applications B1-B3 (6-0)
• Approved commercial application C1 (6-0)
• Tabled commercial application C2 for one month (6-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board is meeting to hear presentations on grant applications for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. Four organizations will present proposals, and the board will also discuss old business. This is a regular meeting focused on funding decisions for youth programs.

• Girls Circle & The Council for Boys & Young Men grant presentation by Curtis Ross
• Jegna Klub grant presentation by Moses Wyatt
• Lowriding 2 Success Bike Club grant presentation by Martin Cervantes
• Connections to Success grant presentation by Brandi Jahnke
• Old business discussion led by Max Mendoza

The board approved funding for four youth-focused programs for the 2024 and 2025 fiscal years. One application was approved with adjusted funding figures to avoid exceeding the county's allocated budget.

• Approved Court Services application for Girls Circle & The Council for Boys & Young Men totaling $10,480.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved Jegna Klub/Connecting the Dottes for FY24 $262,011.19 and FY25 $243,710.43 (Unanimous)
• Approved Lowriding 2 Success for FY24 $102,127.00 and FY25 $222,554.50 (Unanimous)
• Approved Connections 2 Success for FY24 & FY25 totaling $200,000.20 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (Unanimous)

General

This is a notice for a hybrid meeting of the Community Safety & Justice Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, scheduled for Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda text contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

• Meeting held in hybrid format at 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515, Kansas City, KS
• Zoom webinar available with passcode 448538
• Meeting ID: 893 3844 8040

General

This agenda is a cancellation notice. The Business and Economic Development Taskforce meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 2, 2023, has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Cancellation of the Business and Economic Development Taskforce meeting scheduled for May 2, 2023

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board is meeting to discuss grant applications in full with a sub-committee. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Discussion of grant applications with sub-committee

The JCAB Sub-Committee met to review grant applications. The minutes record that applications were discussed but do not list any specific approvals, denials, or votes. The meeting was called to order by Judge York and adjourned at 10:00 am.

• Grant applications discussed (no outcomes recorded)

General

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues is holding a hybrid meeting. The agenda includes approving April minutes, updates on health and equity initiatives, and discussions on police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approve April meeting minutes
• Health and Equity Taskforce updates
• Police/law enforcement discussion
• Systemic racism discussion
• Housing and landlord/tenant discussion

General

The Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) Advisory Board is meeting to review the proposed 2024 budget and annual report. The budget recommends a 5.18% increase in the mill levy to fund rising labor costs for the Clean and Safe program, which accounts for 79% of expenditures. The board will also discuss new business and hear public comments.

• Proposed 2024 budget totals $383,836, up from $372,111 in 2023
• Mill levy increase from 10.917 to 11.2924 mills (5.18% increase)
• Clean and Safe program accounts for 79% of budget expenditures
• Marketing budget of $15,000 for events like Third Friday Art Walk and Friday TakeOut Series
• Request for stable $127,500 funding from Unified Government

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning & Zoning Commission and Board of Commissioners met to decide on multiple zoning applications, special use permits, and ordinances. All items were recommended for approval and passed unanimously except one short-term rental permit which required a 7-1 vote. The meeting also included proclamations, land bank property decisions, and a resolution with the Fraternal Order of Police.

• Rezoning 706 Shawnee Road from R-1 to RP-2(B) for duplex remodel
• Rezoning 5910 County Line Road from R-1 to C-1 for fireworks stand
• Renewing short-term rental permit at 1127 Southwest Boulevard for 5 years
• Creating new Short-Term Rental Ordinance and staff review process
• Purchasing 521 S. 72nd St. for new Fire Station 20

The Unified Government Commission approved a new short-term rental ordinance (O-49-23) that establishes an owner-occupancy-preferred permitting process, with a limit of one special use permit per block. The commission also approved several zoning changes, including a rezoning for a mobile home park (Eden Village) and a mixed-use conversion of the former Cerner campus, though the latter was held over for one month. Additionally, the commission approved the purchase of property for a new Fire Station 20 and a memorandum of understanding with the Fraternal Order of Police.

• Approved short-term rental ordinance O-49-23 (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for Eden Village mobile home park (8-0)
• Held over rezoning for former Cerner campus (8-0)
• Approved purchase of property for Fire Station 20 (8-0)
• Approved MOU with Fraternal Order of Police (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for duplex at 706 Shawnee Road (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for lawn/garden business at 5910 County Line Road (8-0)
• Approved special use permit for short-term rental at 4443 Eaton Street (5-4)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes and discussing new business, specifically the FY24/25 Comprehensive Grant presented by Bonnie Mejia. No votes or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Discussion of FY24/25 Comprehensive Grant by Bonnie Mejia

The JCAB sub-committee unanimously approved the FY24/25 Comprehensive Grant and Reinvestment Grant as presented by Bonnie Mejia. The meeting also included discussion on probation outcomes and youth fatalities, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved FY24/25 Comprehensive Grant (unanimous)
• Approved FY24/25 Reinvestment Grant (unanimous)

General

The Government Efficiency Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at 3:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions.

• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing option at 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street
• Meeting ID: 827 3984 4364, Passcode: 068782

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on April 27, 2023, at 5:00 PM to receive a Board of Health update on the Community Health Assessment. The meeting is hybrid, with public access via YouTube, UGTYV, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Board of Health update on Community Health Assessment
• Hybrid meeting format with public access via Zoom and in-person
• Special session called by the Mayor/CEO

The Commission received a presentation on the Wyandotte County Community Health Assessment, which identified top health concerns and barriers. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only. The Commission adjourned without voting on any items.

• Received Community Health Assessment presentation (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:51 p.m. (6-0)

General

The Wyandotte County Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board will meet to review a grant application discussion under new business. The meeting is procedural with no decisions scheduled.

The JCAB sub-committee discussed grant applications and moved its review to May 1st at 9:00am. A meeting for all JCAB members to hear presentations and vote on grants was rescheduled to May 4th, 2023. New Zoom invites were sent to each group.

• Moved sub-committee review to May 1st @ 9:00am
• Rescheduled all-member meeting to May 4th, 2023 for presentations and grant vote
• Sent new Zoom invites to each group

General

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting virtually to conduct routine business: approving minutes, hearing council concerns, and receiving the director's report. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of March 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Council concerns from Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties
• Director's report on Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties
• Next meeting scheduled for May 24, 2023

The Areawide Advisory Council approved a draft letter to Commissioners Johnson, Kane, and Townsend after reading it aloud and incorporating member input. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included routine approval of March minutes and informational reports on public hearings and upcoming events.

• Approved letter to Commissioners Johnson, Kane, and Townsend (unanimous)
• Approved March minutes with correction to Denise Dias's last name

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Community Corrections Advisory Board is meeting to review updates on the FY24 grant, quarterly grant budget amendment, and the FY24 Comp Plan, as presented by FSA Lockamy. The board will also approve meeting minutes from February 22, 2023, and discuss future meeting logistics. No other substantive action items are listed.

• Update on FY24 grant and budget
• Update on quarterly grant budget amendment
• Update on FY24 Comp Plan
• Approval of February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Future meeting set for May 24, 2023 via Zoom

The Wyandotte County Community Corrections Advisory Board approved the FY2024 Comprehensive Plan and the FY2023 Quarterly Grant Budget, both by unanimous vote. The board also approved the minutes from the February 22, 2023 meeting. The meeting included updates on a potential state allocation for behavioral health services and hiring challenges.

• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved FY2023 Quarterly Grant Budget of $72,143.51 (7-0)
• Approved FY2024 Comprehensive Plan (7-0)

General

This is a notice for a virtual meeting of the Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics—no specific agenda items are listed. The meeting can be viewed in person or via Zoom webinar.

• Meeting held virtually via Zoom webinar
• In-person viewing available at 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas
• Meeting ID: 864 0305 7600, Passcode: 033338

General

The Land Bank Policy Review Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at 3:30 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no listed agenda items, so the specific topics to be discussed are not specified in this notice.

• Hybrid meeting: in-person at 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS, or via Zoom webinar
• Zoom webinar ID: 812 2831 2781

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss a grant application under new business. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion of grant application by sub-committee

The JCAB Grant Sub-Committee met and took roll call, with Mindy Fugarino, Phil Lockman, Judge York, and Bonnie Mejia present. Steve Merce and Brittanie Pruitt were absent. Because applications had not been received before the meeting and two members were missing, the sub-committee moved the meeting to April 26th, 2023. The meeting adjourned at 9:19 a.m.

• Moved meeting to April 26th, 2023, due to applications not received and missing members (unanimous)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved four resolutions authorizing memoranda of understanding between the Unified Government, KCKPD, and school districts USD 202, 203, 204, and 500 to administer a 911 call taker training program. The committee also approved the purchase of property for a new Fire Station 20 and received updates on body-worn cameras and Parks and Recreation. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved MOU with USD 202 for 911 call taker training (Tracking #212379)
• Approved MOU with USD 203 for 911 call taker training (Tracking #212380)
• Approved MOU with USD 204 for 911 call taker training (Tracking #212381)
• Approved MOU with USD 500 for 911 call taker training (Tracking #212382)
• Approved purchase of property at 521 S. 72nd St. for new Fire Station 20 (Tracking #212391)

The committee approved four resolutions authorizing memoranda of understanding between local school districts (USD 202, 203, 204, 500), the Unified Government, and KCKPD to administer a 911 call-taker training program for high school seniors. It also approved the purchase of property at 521 S. 72nd St. for a new Fire Station 20. The committee received informational updates on body-worn cameras and Parks and Recreation activities.

• Approved MOU with USD 202 for 911 call-taker training (6-0)
• Approved MOU with USD 203 for 911 call-taker training (6-0)
• Approved MOU with USD 204 for 911 call-taker training (6-0)
• Approved MOU with USD 500 for 911 call-taker training (6-0)
• Approved purchase of property at 521 S. 72nd St. for Fire Station 20 (6-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved a motion to create a new Short-Term Rental Ordinance, limiting rentals to one per block and requiring proof of homeowners insurance. The item will be fast-tracked to the April 27 Full Commission meeting. The committee also received updates on the American Rescue Plan and the protest petition process, both for information only.

• Approved motion to allow one short-term rental per block and require proof of homeowners insurance (Tracking #212207)
• Request to fast-track short-term rental ordinance to April 27, 2023 Full Commission meeting
• Update on American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funding for community organizations and UG departments (Tracking #212378)
• Update on Unified Government's Protest Petition Guidelines (Tracking #212393)

The committee voted 5-0 to approve a new short-term rental ordinance, amending the proposed 25% density cap to one short-term rental per street block and requiring only proof of homeowners insurance for owner-occupied rentals. The item will be fast-tracked to the full commission on April 27. The committee also received informational updates on ARPA fund distribution and protest petition guidelines.

• Approved short-term rental ordinance with one-per-block density cap (5-0)
• Amended insurance requirement for owner-occupied rentals to proof of homeowners insurance
• Fast-tracked ordinance to full commission for April 27 meeting
• Received ARPA update as information only
• Received protest petition guidelines update as information only

General

The Arts, Culture, and Economic Development Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold an in-person meeting on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at The Stables Building, 1303 Central Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. The agenda text provided contains only meeting logistics and no specific agenda items, so no decisions or discussions are listed.

General

The Solid Waste Management Committee is meeting to review the 2022 annual plan update, discuss 2023 priorities, and take action on adopting the annual plan. The meeting includes introductions of new staff and an update on the enterprise fund study by Burns & McDonnell.

• Adoption of the 2023 Annual Plan (action item)
• 2022 Annual Plan update: residential trash/recycling, Community Recycling and Yard Waste Center, HHW
• New initiative: Dumpster Days
• Enterprise Fund study underway by Burns & McDonnell
• New Solid Waste staff: Javier Segoviano (Supervisor), Sharon Cook (Coordinator)

General

The Charter Ordinance Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision.

General

The Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee will hold a meeting on April 17, 2023. The meeting is scheduled to be conducted both in person and virtually via Zoom.

• Meeting of the Unhoused Residents and Neighbors in Need Special Committee

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved a consent agenda including a $905,000 federal grant for a Real-Time Intelligence Crime Center, a resolution committing local match funds for the KC Connect Bi-State River Bridge replacement, and several other funding items. They also held a public hearing on the 2023 Annual Action Plan for community development and received a presentation on a proposed Downtown Campus project. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved application for FY23 COPS Technology Program grant of $905,000 for Real-Time Intelligence Crime Center
• Adopted R-25-23 committing local match for KC Connect Bi-State River Bridge Replacement (Kansas Ave. Bridge)
• Approved ARPA local match funding up to $350,000 for RAISE bi-state corridor planning and up to $200,000 for Safe Streets for All Vision Zero action plan
• Approved $20,000 from Tourism Fund for ArtsKC & MU Extension Create Arts Asset Map
• Adopted R-27-23 approving Amended and Restated Downtown Campus Development Agreement with Lanier United, LLC

The Commission adopted Resolution R-27-23 approving the amended Downtown Campus Development Agreement with Lanier United LLC for a mixed-use project including 85-100 apartments, commercial space, and a new Reardon Center. The vote was 9-0. The Commission also approved several consent agenda items, including a $905,000 COPS grant for a Real-Time Intelligence Crime Center and resolutions for bridge funding and ARPA local matches.

• Adopted Downtown Campus Development Agreement (R-27-23) (9-0)
• Approved FY23 COPS Technology Program grant application ($905,000) (9-0)
• Adopted resolution committing UG funding for KC Connect Bi-State River Bridge Replacement (R-25-23) (9-0)
• Adopted resolution approving 2023 Inter-Departmental Grant Coalition proposal (R-26-23) (9-0)
• Adopted resolution approving ARPA local match for RAISE and Safe Streets grants (R-28-23) (9-0)
• Approved $20,000 Tourism Fund request for ArtsKC arts asset mapping (9-0)
• Adopted resolution amending Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Bank of America (R-29-23) (9-0)
• Approved plats for Lenox Addition and Legends at Village Sixth Plat (9-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is holding a special session on April 13, 2023, at 5:00 PM to discuss winter warming shelter and state legislative updates. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of winter warming shelter
• State legislative updates
• Hybrid meeting format with public access via Zoom, YouTube, and UGTV

The Commission heard presentations on the Winter Warming Shelter's operations and funding, and a state legislative update from lobbyist Paul Davis. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Received Winter Warming Shelter update (no action)
• Received state legislative update (no action)

General

The Government Efficiency Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on Thursday, April 13, 2023, 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 at 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County/KCK Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board will meet to conduct routine business. The primary action item is the selection of a subcommittee to review grant applications.

• Selection of a subcommittee for grant application review

The Wyandotte County JCAB meeting on April 13, 2023, was largely procedural. Members volunteered for a Grant Application Sub-Committee, and a review meeting was scheduled for April 24, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. No substantive decisions were made.

• Volunteers selected for Grant Application Sub-Committee: Steve Mercer, Brittanie Pruitt, Mindy Fugarino, Judge Delia York, Bonnie Mejia, Phil Lockman
• Grant application review meeting scheduled for April 24, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in person on April 12, 2023, at 6:00 PM. This is a listening tour to hear from the community and build trust regarding law enforcement in Wyandotte County. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Armourdale Community Center.

• Public listening session on law enforcement
• Location: Armourdale Community Center, 730 Osage Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66105
• Meeting time: Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at 6:00 PM

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board conducted a listening session to gather community feedback on law enforcement services. No formal votes or policy decisions were made during the meeting. The board will compile the feedback to provide recommendations to the Commission.

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board is meeting to adopt the agenda, approve previous minutes, and hear updates on recreation and park projects. The main substantive item is a continuation of the 2024 Capital Project Planning Workshop, presented by Matt Zayas. No new business is listed.

• 2024 Capital Project Planning Workshop Part II by Matt Zayas
• Recreation updates by Shaya Lockett
• Park project updates by Angel Ferrara
• Approval of March 8, 2023 meeting minutes

General

The Business and Economic Development Taskforce of the Unified Government will hold a meeting on April 4, 2023. The meeting is scheduled to be conducted both in person and virtually via Zoom.

• Business and Economic Development Taskforce meeting

General

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues is meeting to discuss old and new business, including a presentation on Kansas Medicaid expansion and updates from its police, systemic racism, and housing teams. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve March 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Dustin Hare
• KS Medicaid Expansion presentation by Christina V.
• Police/Law Enforcement team update
• Housing and Landlord/Tenant team update

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee approved most land bank option applications for single-family homes and a property transfer, while holding over a commercial mixed-use application and removing one donation request. The meeting was routine, with no public comment.

• Approved 19 single-family home land bank option applications (A1-2, A4-7) by 6-0 vote
• Held over commercial mixed-use application for 1902-1916 N 7th St for 30 days
• Approved property transfer of west 2/3 of 812 Lafayette Ave to 814 Lafayette Ave
• Removed Family Health Care donation request for 2034 S 51st St at manager's request
• Approved minutes from July 11, 2022 meeting

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved six Land Bank option applications (A1, A2, A4, A5, A6, A7) for single-family homes, all by a 6-0 vote. A commercial mixed-use development application (C1) was held over to next month's meeting for further review. A property transfer (PT1) for a yard extension at 812 Lafayette Ave was approved as submitted.

• Approved Land Bank option applications A1, A2, A4, A5, A6, A7 (6-0)
• Held over commercial mixed-use application C1 to next month's meeting (6-0)
• Approved property transfer PT1 for yard extension at 812 Lafayette Ave (6-0)
• Approved standing committee minutes from July 11, 2022, as corrected (6-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved an amendment to the Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Bank of America Public Capital Corp. It also received presentations on a potential mixed-use development by Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation and on Downtown Campus project options proposed by Lanier United, LLC, approving the latter in a 4-2 vote. The meeting included routine approval of minutes and adjournment.

• Approved resolution amending Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Bank of America Public Capital Corp (Tracking #212322)
• Presentation on potential mixed-use development by Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation (Tracking #212339)
• Approved Downtown Campus project options proposed by Lanier United, LLC (Tracking #212207), with BPU Board Member Haley and Commissioner Burroughs voting no
• Approved standing committee minutes from July 11, 2022

The committee voted 4-2 to move the Lanier Downtown Campus project forward for full commission discussion. The project includes 85-100 residential units, 7,000 sq ft of commercial space, and a 7,500 sq ft multi-purpose space, with a $25.1M budget. The committee also approved an amendment to the Bank of America master equipment lease purchase agreement, extending it to Dec. 31, 2023, and heard a presentation on a potential mixed-use development by Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation.

• Approved amendment to Bank of America master equipment lease purchase agreement, extending to Dec. 31, 2023 (6-0)
• Moved Lanier Downtown Campus project forward to full commission for discussion (4-2)
• Approved minutes from July 11, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning & Zoning and Board of Commissioners meeting on March 30, 2023, included a consent agenda with multiple zoning changes, special use permits, and ordinances, all approved unanimously. Notable actions include a rezoning and special use permit for a group home and transitional housing at 915 Barnett Avenue, a rezoning for a multi-family development at 6909 State Avenue, and a withdrawn application for a two-family development at Dub's Dread Golf Course. The meeting also included public hearings on industrial revenue bonds for Infinity Windows, Village of the Legends, and Hudson Apartments, and an ordinance to assist other jurisdictions during disasters.

• Rezoning to RP-5 Planned Apartment District and 2-year special use permit for group home/transitional housing at 915 Barnett Avenue (COZ2022-037, SP2022-092)
• Rezoning to RP-5 Planned Apartment District for multi-family development at 6909 State Avenue (COZ2023-002)
• Withdrawn application for rezoning to RP-2 at 12601 Hollingsworth Road and 12600 Par Lane (COZ2022-053)
• Public hearing: Resolution of intent to issue up to $90,000,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Infinity Windows LLC (R-16-23)
• Public hearing: Resolution of intent to issue up to $19,000,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Village of the Legends senior living facility (R-17-23)

The Unified Government Commission approved a resolution of intent to issue up to $90 million in industrial revenue bonds for Infinity Windows LLC to build a manufacturing facility near 99th & Leavenworth, with a 65% 10-year property tax abatement. The commission also approved a $19 million IRB for a senior living facility and a $64 million IRB amendment for Hudson Apartments. Several zoning and special use permits were approved, including a group home/transitional housing at 915 Barnett Avenue and two short-term rentals.

• Adopted Resolution R-16-23 for $90M IRB for Infinity Windows (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-17-23 for $19M IRB for Village of the Legends senior living (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-18-23 amending IRB to $64M for Hudson Apartments (10-0)
• Approved COZ2022-037, SP2022-092, MPL2022-024 for group home/transitional housing at 915 Barnett Ave (10-0)
• Approved COZ2023-002 and MPL2023-003 for 192-unit Winterwood apartments at 6909 State Ave (10-0)
• Approved SP2023-001 short-term rental at 802 N 82nd Terrace for one year (10-0)
• Approved SP2023-003 short-term rental at 4101 Fisher St for one year (10-0)
• Approved VAC2023-001 right-of-way vacation at 2600 Bayard Ave (10-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a special session on March 30, 2023, at 5:00 PM to discuss housing policies. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• Special session called regarding housing policies
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and virtual options
• Public access via Zoom webinar and phone

The Unified Government conducted a special session to discuss housing strategies and economic development trajectories. The meeting consisted of staff presentations and a facilitated discussion among commissioners; no formal votes were taken on policy changes.

• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

General

The Government Efficiency Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on March 30, 2023, at 3:00 PM. The public may attend in person at the 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas, or join via Zoom.

General

The Arts, Culture, and Economic Development Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold an in-person meeting on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at The Stables Building, 1303 Central Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no specific items for discussion or decision.

General

This is a notice for a virtual meeting of the Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, scheduled for Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda text 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 option at Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Meeting ID: 864 0305 7600
• Passcode: 033338

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved six action items, including a $905,000 federal grant for a police Real-Time Intelligence Crime Center, an ordinance to assist other jurisdictions during disasters, and resolutions on regional resource sharing, extending the COVID-19 state of emergency, funding the KC Connect bridge replacement, and illegal dump cleanup. It also received informational updates on right-of-way maintenance, a quarterly report, and an East-West transit corridor study. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved application for FY23 COPS Technology Program grant of $905,000 for Real-Time Intelligence Crime Center (no match required)
• Approved ordinance authorizing assistance to other jurisdictions during declared disaster emergencies, fast-tracked to 3/30 Full Commission
• Approved resolution endorsing Greater Kansas City Regional Resource Sharing Agreement, fast-tracked to 3/30
• Approved resolution extending COVID-19 state of emergency from May 1 to May 11, 2023, fast-tracked to 3/30
• Approved funding for KC Connect Bi-State River Bridge Replacement (Kansas Ave. Bridge) and illegal dump cleanup at 4600 Sortor (up to $14,000), 3651 Minnesota (up to $3,000), and 3650 Minnesota (up to $1,000)

The committee approved a $905,000 federal grant for the KCKPD Real-Time Intelligence Crime Center and authorized a commitment of up to $30M for the Kansas Avenue Bridge replacement. Several emergency management resolutions were fast-tracked for full commission approval, including a COVID-19 emergency extension through May 11, 2023.

• Approved $905,000 FY23 COPS Technology Program Grant (6-0)
• Fast-tracked ordinance to assist other jurisdictions during disasters (6-0)
• Fast-tracked Greater Kansas City Regional Resource Sharing Agreement (6-0)
• Fast-tracked COVID-19 state of emergency extension to May 11, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved commitment of up to $30M for Kansas Ave Bridge replacement (6-0)
• Approved illegal dump cleanup at 4600 Sortor up to $14K (6-0)
• Approved illegal dump cleanup at 3651 Minnesota up to $3K (6-0)
• Approved illegal dump cleanup at 3650 Minnesota up to $1K (6-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met and approved several items, including an extension to a Seniors Care Act grant, a priority project list for 2023 grant pursuits, local match funding for RAISE and Safe Streets for All grants, and $20,000 for an arts asset map. They also received updates on short-term rental regulations and strategic communications. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved extension to Seniors Care Act grant from Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
• Approved 2023 Inter-Departmental Working Group priority project list for grant pursuits
• Approved ARPA local match funding: $350,000 for RAISE bi-state corridor planning grant and up to $200,000 for Safe Streets for All Vision Zero action plan
• Approved $20,000 from Tourism Fund for Arts KC & MU Extension Create Arts Asset Map of Wyandotte County
• Discussed creating a new Short-Term Rental Ordinance and staff review process

General

The Land Bank Policy Review Subcommittee will hold a meeting in a hybrid format. The meeting is scheduled for March 23, 2023, at 3:30 PM.

• Land Bank Policy Review Subcommittee meeting

General

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will hold its monthly meeting virtually on March 22, 2023. The agenda is limited to meeting logistics and does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams
• In-person viewing option at Municipal Office Building, Suite 515
• Phone conference ID: 818 768 115#

The Areawide Advisory Council voted to allow Jamey Rodriguez to draft a letter to Wyandotte County commissioners encouraging them to fill vacant council positions. The council will vote on the final version of the letter at the April meeting.

• Approved drafting a letter to Wyandotte County commissioners regarding vacant council positions

General

The Charter Ordinance Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, with in-person attendance in the 5th-floor conference room at 701 N. 7th Street and virtual attendance via Zoom. Public comment may be heard during the meeting. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision.

• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and Zoom options
• Public comment period available
• Meeting location: 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

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, March 20, 2023, at 4:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and access information, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

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

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review and approve the minutes from its February 9, 2023 meeting, and to discuss old business including the administrator's monthly report, status of ethics code revisions, training sessions, and the commission's website. New business includes reviewing a presentation on the ethics code scheduled for April 13, 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and approve minutes of February 9, 2023 meeting
• Status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Discussion of UG Ethics Commission Website
• Review of UG Ethics Code presentation for April 13, 2023

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board (LEAB) of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format to receive updates on its listening tour, discuss social media protocols, and hear reports from the Chief of Police, Sheriff, and Legislative Auditor. The agenda includes routine items such as welcome, introductions, and closing remarks.

• Listening Tour Updates
• Social Media protocol presented by Ashley Hand
• Reports from Chief Oakman & Sheriff Soptick
• Report from Legislative Auditor Reed Partridge

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board met on March 8, 2023, at 4:00 PM in City Hall's 5th floor, but no minutes are available. The record only provides a link to a recorded meeting on YouTube, with no substantive decisions or actions documented.

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board is meeting to consider routine items like agenda adoption and minutes approval, and to hold discussions on the 2024 Capital Project Planning Workshop and summer activities in community centers. No votes on substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• 2024 Capital Project Planning Workshop presentation by Matt Zayas
• Discussion on Summer Activities in the Community Centers, requested by Chairwoman Aguirre
• Recreation Updates by Shaya Lockett
• Park Project Updates by Angel Ferrara

General

The Business and Economic Development Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 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 701 N. 7th Street, Suite 515, Kansas City, KS

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee approved several resolutions to issue industrial revenue bonds. These bonds will finance manufacturing, senior living, and multifamily apartment facilities. The committee also reviewed investment reports and revenue sources.

• Resolution to issue up to $90,000,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Infinity Windows, LLC
• Resolution to issue up to $19,000,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Village of the Legends, Inc.
• Resolution to issue up to $64,000,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Hudson Apartments, LLC
• Presentation of the 4th Quarter 2022 Investment Report
• Review of Unified Government revenue sources

The committee unanimously approved three resolutions authorizing Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs) for specific development projects. These include up to $90 million for a new Infinity Windows manufacturing facility, up to $19 million for a senior living complex, and an amendment to increase the bond ceiling for Hudson Apartments to $64 million. The committee also reviewed the 2022 investment report and a presentation on potential new revenue sources for informational purposes only.

• Approved IRB resolution for Infinity Windows LLC (4-0)
• Approved IRB resolution for Village of the Legends, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved amended IRB resolution for Hudson Apartments, LLC (4-0)
• Reviewed 4th Quarter 2022 Investment Report (information only)
• Reviewed Unified Government Revenue Sources presentation (information only)

General

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues is meeting to approve past minutes, discuss a listening session, set 2023 goals, and receive updates from its teams on health equity, police, systemic racism, and housing. The agenda is largely procedural and update-oriented, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve 2022 July and September meeting minutes
• LEAB listening session discussion
• Setting 2023 goals
• Health and Equity Taskforce update
• Police/Law Enforcement team update

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed and voted on land bank option applications and property transfers. The committee approved multiple single-family home, multi-family, and commercial land bank applications, denied three garage applications, and approved two property transfers to the City of Edwardsville.

• Approved 16 single-family home land bank applications, including 5 homes for Leslie Gooley on N Getty St and 5-6 homes for Ashley Scott on Leavenworth Rd
• Approved multi-family applications: 2 units at 1428 N 59th St and 4 units at 5542 Freeman Ave
• Approved commercial application for Shonda Gonzales to sell modular homes at 6133 Leavenworth Rd
• Denied 3 garage applications at 2937 Stewart Ave, 2229 Richmond Ave, and 257 S Mill St
• Approved 2 property transfers to City of Edwardsville at 1729 Edwardsville Dr and 1955 S 98th St

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners held a hybrid meeting on March 2, 2023, approving a consent agenda with numerous zoning changes, special use permits, and land bank property transfers. The board also appointed a County Administrator, approved a Municipal Court Judge Pro Tempore list, and heard a presentation on the budget process. All votes were 10-0.

• Appointed Tyrone Garner as County Administrator (R-15-23)
• Approved rezoning at 4601 Gibbs Road from R-1 to A-G Agriculture
• Approved special use permits for a dog kennel, salvage yard expansion, and Frito-Lay fleet maintenance
• Approved 17 ordinances formalizing prior zoning and permit approvals
• Approved land bank option applications and property transfers

The Commission unanimously appointed David Johnston as the permanent County Administrator, effective March 27, 2023. A Special Use Permit for an event space at 2651 S. 34th St was held for 30 days due to a valid protest petition from neighbors. The board also approved numerous zoning changes, special use permits, and Land Bank property transfers.

• Approved appointment of David Johnston as County Administrator (10-0)
• Approved Judge Pro Tempore list for Municipal Court (10-0)
• Held Special Use Permit for event space at 2651 S. 34th St for 30 days (10-0)
• Approved Change of Zone for 4601 Gibbs Road to Agricultural District (10-0)
• Approved Change of Zone for 4547 Melody Lane to Two-Family District (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for dog kennel at 12200 Donahoo Road (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for truck maintenance facility at 1105 S. 5th St (10-0)
• Approved Land Bank option applications and property transfers (10-0)

General

The February 27, 2023, meeting of the Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force Committee has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting canceled

General

The Arts, Culture, and Economic Development Executive Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold an in-person meeting on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. in the 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, City Hall, 701 N. 7th Street. The agenda text provided contains only meeting logistics and no specific agenda items, so the substance of the meeting is not detailed in this document.

• In-person meeting scheduled for February 23, 2023, at 6:00 P.M.
• Location: 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, City Hall, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

General

The Land Bank Policy Review Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting to discuss and clarify land bank policies. The agenda includes a community engagement debrief, policy and strategy clarification, and a review of the land bank policy update. Specific topics to be covered include buildable vs. unbuildable lots, yard extensions, and the option agreement policy.

• Community engagement debrief led by Commissioner Davis
• Policy, strategy, and procedure clarification by Director Hand
• Review of Land Bank Policy Update by Commissioner Davis
• Discussion of buildable vs. unbuildable lots
• Discussion of yard extensions and option agreement policy

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Community Corrections Advisory Board is meeting via Zoom. The main agenda item is an update from Mr. Lockman on recent and future changes with Adult Community Corrections. The board will also consider meeting minutes from October 6, 2021, and discuss a future meeting location.

• Update on Adult Community Corrections changes
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 6, 2021
• Future meeting scheduled for March 22, 2023, via Zoom

The Wyandotte County Community Corrections Advisory Board approved the minutes from October 6, 2021, unanimously (8-0). Director Phillip Lockman reported on recent state funding increases for staff raises, which took effect in October 2022 with retroactive pay to April 2022, and discussed ongoing hiring challenges and program updates. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes from October 6, 2021 (8-0)

General

The Charter Ordinance Sub-Committee meeting scheduled for February 21, 2023, has been canceled due to a call for an Executive Session of the Board of Commissioners. No other agenda items are listed.

• Meeting canceled
• Reason: Executive Session of the Board of Commissioners

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a closed executive session to discuss a private personnel matter, as permitted under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The session is not open to the public.

• Executive session on private personnel matter
• Closed to the public under Kansas Open Meetings Act

The Unified Government Commission met in executive session to discuss a private personnel matter regarding a candidate for employment. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Entered executive session to discuss personnel matter (9-0)
• Extended executive session to 6:00 p.m. (9-0)
• Extended executive session to 6:30 p.m. (9-0)
• Extended executive session to 6:45 p.m. (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Board approved the minutes from their November 2022 meeting and discussed upcoming ethics training requirements and future budget notification responsibilities. The Board tabled the ethics training item to allow for further scheduling coordination.

• Approved November 2022 meeting minutes
• Tabled ethics training requirement item

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission approved a consent agenda including a resolution allocating $500,000 for street preservation among Kansas City, Bonner Springs, and Edwardsville, and adopted the HOME-ARP Grant Allocation Plan. It also authorized the sale of General Obligation Improvement Bonds and Municipal Temporary Notes, and received a presentation on a biosolids assessment. Two proclamations recognizing Black History Month were read.

• Resolution R-9-23 allocating $500,000 for County Initiative for Funding Infrastructure (CIFI) for street preservation
• Resolution R-10-23 adopting the HOME-ARP Grant Allocation Plan
• Ordinance O-11-23 and Resolution R-12-23 authorizing sale of General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2023-A
• Resolutions R-13-23 and R-14-23 authorizing sale of Municipal Temporary Notes, Series 2023-I and 2023-II
• Proclamations declaring February 2023 as Black History Month and February 24, 2023 as Friends of Yates Day

The Commission adopted the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan, allocating $3.2M in federal funds for non-congregate shelter and supportive services, and approved the sale of $40.8M in General Obligation Improvement Bonds. It also approved resolutions for temporary notes and amended rules of procedure. A presentation on the biosolids project was informational only, with no action taken.

• Adopted HOME-ARP Allocation Plan (R-10-23) (10-0)
• Approved $40.8M GO Bond sale (O-11-23, R-12-23) (10-0)
• Approved $44.6M city temporary notes (R-13-23) (10-0)
• Approved $6.48M county temporary notes (R-14-23) (10-0)
• Adopted resolution amending Section 203 of Rules of Procedure (R-11-23) (10-0)
• Approved CIFI resolution allocating $500K for infrastructure (R-9-23) (10-0)
• Approved board nominations and minutes (consent agenda) (10-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a closed executive session on February 16, 2023, to discuss a private personnel matter, as permitted under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The session is not open to the public.

• Executive session on private personnel matter
• Closed to the public under Kansas Open Meetings Act

The Unified Government Commission met in a closed Executive Session to discuss a private personnel matter regarding a candidate for employment. The Commission voted unanimously to enter and extend the closed session multiple times. The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. without any public decisions or votes recorded in the minutes.

• Entered Executive Session for personnel discussion (10-0)
• Extended Executive Session to 6:00 p.m. (10-0)
• Extended Executive Session to 6:30 p.m. (10-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on February 13, 2023, and took action on two items. It voted to continue discussion of a proposed short-term rental ordinance to the next month's meeting, and approved amendments to Section 203 of the Unified Government's Rules of Procedure, which will be presented to the Full Commission on February 16.

• Short-term rental ordinance and staff review process (Tracking #212207) continued to next month
• Resolution amending Section 203 of Rules of Procedure (Tracking #212232) adopted, to go to Full Commission 2/16
• Minutes from November 14, 2022, approved 4-0

The committee voted unanimously to fast-track amended Section 203 of the Rules of Procedure to the February 16 full commission meeting, after revising the compromise language to reduce the mayor's one-time return window from 60 to 30 days and clarify scheduling. The short-term rental ordinance was continued to the March committee meeting without a vote, pending public comments at the Planning Commission.

• Approved amended Section 203 Rules of Procedure, fast-tracked to Feb. 16 full commission (4-0)
• Continued short-term rental ordinance to March AHS committee meeting (4-0)
• Approved Nov. 14, 2022 standing committee minutes (4-0)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee met on February 13, 2023, and approved a resolution allocating $500,000 from the 2023 budget for street preservation and maintenance across Kansas City, Bonner Springs, and Edwardsville. The committee also received a presentation on a biosolids assessment and discussed a sanitary sewer extension project, though no action was needed on the latter. The meeting was largely procedural, with one new item added and one item changed.

• Approved resolution allocating $500,000 for County Initiative for Funding Infrastructure (CIFI) among Kansas City, Bonner Springs, and Edwardsville
• Received presentation on biosolids assessment by Alvarez & Marsal (for information only)
• Discussed 7424 Grinder Pump Replacement - Sanitary Sewer Extension at 7424 Tauromee Avenue; no resolution needed after agreement with residents
• Approved minutes from November 14, 2022

The Public Works & Safety Committee approved a resolution allocating $500,000 in 2023 budget funds for street preservation and maintenance, with $250,000 for Kansas City, Kansas, $150,000 for Bonner Springs, and $100,000 for Edwardsville. The committee also approved the November 14, 2022 minutes. A presentation on the Kaw Point Biosolids project was given for information only, with no action taken.

• Approved $500K CIFI infrastructure funding split (5-0)
• Approved November 14, 2022 standing committee minutes (5-0)
• Biosolids assessment presentation received for information only

General

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold an in-person meeting on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at 5:00 P.M. The meeting will take place at the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library South Branch, 3104 Strong Avenue. The agenda text provides only the meeting notice and location; no specific agenda items are listed.

• In-person meeting of the Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force Committee
• Meeting location: Kansas City, Kansas Public Library South Branch, 3104 Strong Avenue

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission will meet to review and potentially approve final amendments to the Unified Government Ethics Code. The commission will also discuss the monthly report from the Ethics Administrator, ethics training schedules, and website updates.

• Vote on final Unified Government Ethics Code amendments
• Review of monthly report from Ethics Administrator
• Discussion of ethics training sessions and schedule
• Review of proposed UG Ethics Commission website updates

The Unified Government Ethics Commission approved the final draft of proposed changes to the UG Ethics Code. The commission also approved the minutes from their January 12, 2023, meeting. Additionally, the commission discussed a proposal to eliminate the local Ethics Commission in favor of state oversight, noting that similar past proposals were rejected by the state.

• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final draft of proposed UG Ethics Code changes (unanimous)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold an in-person reopening celebration for Fairfax Fire Station #15. The event takes place at the fire station located at 444 Kindleberger Rd, Kansas City, KS.

• Fairfax Fire Station #15 reopening celebration at 444 Kindleberger Rd, Kansas City, KS

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet in person on February 8, 2023, to adopt the agenda, approve prior minutes, and hear a presentation from Ballard & Kings. They will also review an updated Special Event Policy and receive staff updates on projects, including Parkwood Pool, Armourdale Community Center, and WYCO Lake Marina. The October 2022 meeting lacked a quorum, so no business was conducted.

• Ballard & Kings presentation
• Updated Special Event Policy
• Parkwood Pool recap presentation
• Armourdale Community Center update
• WYCO Lake Marina update

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board is holding an in-person listening tour to hear community input and build trust regarding law enforcement in Wyandotte County. This is a discussion and listening session, not a decision-making meeting.

• Listening tour at Beatrice L. Lee Community Center, 1310 N. 10th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board held a listening session on February 8, 2023, at the Beatrice Lee Community Center. No minutes are available, and no substantive decisions were recorded.

General

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting virtually to discuss the financial processes for ARPA funds. The agenda includes updates on award recipients and service agreements, news on reimbursements and reporting, and a Q&A session. No specific decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Update on award recipients and service agreements (Iparametrics)
• Reimbursements processing update (Gwendolyn)
• Reporting update (Iparametrics)
• Q&A session

General

The Business and Economic Development Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a virtual meeting on February 7, 2023, at 4:00 PM. The public may attend in person at the 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, or join via Zoom.

General

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to interview candidates for the County Administrator position. The public can attend in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• County Administrator Selection Workshop on Feb 7 at 1:00 PM
• Meeting with candidates in 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th St.

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed land bank option applications and property transfers. It approved several single-family home and multi-family unit applications, denied a garage request, and approved property transfers including a donation. Some applications were continued to the next meeting or withdrawn.

• Approved land bank option for 811 N 83rd St (Denis Mendoza)
• Approved land bank option for 2840/2842 S 9th St (Ingrid Landis)
• Approved land bank option for 2602 N 57th St (Michael Berry) and 2233 S Mill St (Fernando J Gomez)
• Approved land bank option for 708 Quindaro Blvd (Karen Daniels)
• Denied garage request for 1120 Sandusky Ave (Irma Martinez)

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved multiple Land Bank option applications for single-family homes and a commercial center, while denying four garage applications. The committee also approved four property transfers, including yard extensions and a land donation. Several items were held over or removed to allow for further community engagement or staff clarification.

• Denied four garage applications (5-0)
• Approved single-family home application at 811 N 83rd St (5-0)
• Tabled single-family home application at 3050 N 21st St for 30 days (5-0)
• Approved single-family home application at 2840/2842 S 9th St (5-0)
• Tabled single-family home application at 522 Washington Blvd for 30 days (5-0)
• Tabled duplex application at 1428 N 59th St for staff clarification (5-0)
• Approved duplex application at 2602 N 57th St (5-0)
• Approved four-unit apartment application at 2233 S Mill St (5-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met on February 6, 2023, to discuss a biosolids assessment presentation and a resolution for funding an artificial turf field at Legends Field, home of the Kansas City Monarchs. The committee did not approve the funding resolution after two motions failed, including a $2M proposal from the Enterprise Fund and Tourist Fund.

• Biosolids assessment presentation by Alvarez & Marsal Public Sector Services, LLC
• Failed motion to fund $2M artificial turf field at Legends Field (701 N. 7th Street) from Enterprise Fund and Tourist Fund

The committee voted against advancing a resolution to fund the conversion of Legends Field to artificial turf. A separate presentation provided a preliminary assessment of the Kaw Point Wastewater Facility Biosolids Capital Project.

• Denied resolution to fund artificial turf for Legends Field (3-2)
• Approved minutes from May 9, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission met on February 2, 2023, to vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including accepting a $1.25M state grant for public transportation projects, approving a pre-disaster recovery plan, and authorizing law enforcement agreements and property transactions. Three items were removed from the agenda before discussion. Public input was allowed on two items.

• Accept $1,253,390 KDOT Access, Innovation, and Collaboration grant for six public transportation projects
• Approve Wyandotte County Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan
• Authorize agreement between Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office and KCK Police Department for unincorporated Loring, KS
• Approve sale of UG property and renovation of Armourdale Pump Station
• Amend Chapter 35 Traffic Ordinance to update all-terrain vehicle regulations

The Commission voted 10-0 to have Commissioner Bynum's committee continue studying the BPU PILOT, including separating residential from other accounts and lowering the cap, with recommendations due in March. The Commission also approved the consent agenda, including a $1.25M KDOT grant, a pre-disaster recovery plan, ATV ordinance amendments, a Loring law enforcement agreement, and property sale for the Armourdale Pump Station. Three agenda items on term limits, commission compensation, and travel rules were removed from the agenda.

• Approved motion to continue PILOT study, including residential separation and cap reduction (10-0)
• Approved $1,253,390 KDOT Access, Innovation, and Collaboration grant (10-0)
• Adopted Wyandotte County Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan (10-0)
• Approved ATV ordinance amendments (10-0)
• Authorized Loring law enforcement agreement between Sheriff's Office and KCK Police (10-0)
• Approved sale of UG property and purchase for Armourdale Pump Station renovation (10-0)
• Approved nominations to Advisory Council on Aging (10-0)
• Removed term limits, commission compensation, and travel rules items from agenda

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss proposed changes to the Unified Government Commission Rules of Procedures. The discussion was submitted by Commissioners Ramirez, Markley, Davis, Johnson, and Stites.

• Discussion of proposed changes to the Unified Government Commission Rules of Procedures

The Commission held a special meeting to discuss proposed changes to the Unified Government Commission Rules and Procedures. Commissioners reached a consensus to send the proposed rules package to the Administration & Human Services Standing Committee for review, with the goal of fast-tracking the item to a future full commission meeting. No formal legislative action was taken during this session.

• Consensus reached to send rules proposal to Administration & Human Services
• Adjourned meeting (10-0)

General

The Arts, Culture, and Economic Development Executive Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas will hold a virtual meeting on January 30, 2023, at 1:00 P.M. The public may attend in person at City Hall, Suite 515, or join via Zoom.

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission meeting on January 26, 2023, approved a consent agenda with several zoning changes, special use permits, and ordinances, plus a non-consent agenda item for a high-rise apartment complex. The board also approved a historic district nomination, a cash and investment policy, and public safety communication equipment financing. Several proclamations were read, and the meeting included updates on the county administrator search and 2022 accomplishments.

• Rezoned 6822 Berry Road, 6340 Riverview Avenue, and 11787 American Royal Way to A-G Agriculture
• Rezoned 2300 North 113th Terrace and 2302 North 113th Place to RP-5 for senior living facility
• Approved special use permits for short-term rentals, a microbrewery, and a sand excavation operation
• Approved COZ2021-048 for a multi-family apartment complex and parking garage at 4601 Rainbow Boulevard
• Approved Downtown KCK Commercial Historic District nomination and public safety communication equipment bonds

The Unified Government Commission approved a change of zone for a seven-story, 149-unit apartment building with a parking garage at 4601 Rainbow Boulevard, despite community opposition and a protest petition. The commission also approved several other rezoning and special use permits, including a sand excavation operation and a short-term rental renewal. A proposed amendment to the rules of procedure was sent back to a standing committee for further review.

• Approved COZ2021-048 for 149-unit apartment complex at 4601 Rainbow Blvd (10-0)
• Approved COZ2022-049 rezoning for American Royal parking lot (10-0)
• Approved SP2022-114 for sand excavation/processing at 4403 N 42nd St (10-0)
• Approved SP2022-111 short-term rental renewal for 5 years at 4112 Booth St (10-0)
• Denied SP2022-089 for storage containers at 444 N 10th St (10-0)
• Tabled SP2022-113 event space permit until March 2, 2023 (10-0)
• Sent rules of procedure amendment back to standing committee (10-0)
• Approved Land Bank option applications and property transfers (10-0)

General

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding an in-person meeting on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 5:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no listed discussion items or decisions.

• Meeting held in person at Joe Amayo Community Center, 2810 Metropolitan Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas 66106

General

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will hold its monthly meeting on January 25, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. The meeting can be attended in person at the Municipal Office Building or virtually via Microsoft Teams.

The Areawide Advisory Council approved the November 2022 minutes and elected Jamey Rodriguez as Chair and Anita Krondak as Co-Chair. Members discussed senior concerns including handicap bathroom access at City Hall and a bed bug issue at Victory Hill Senior Living, noting a corrective plan is under review. The council also heard updates on service wait lists, an upcoming Sock Hop event, and filled staff positions.

• Approved November 2022 minutes
• Elected Jamey Rodriguez as Chairperson (Wyandotte County)
• Elected Anita Krondak as Co-Chair (Leavenworth County)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on January 23, 2023, and approved two agenda items. They approved the Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and accepted a $1,253,390 KDOT grant for six public transportation projects, with matching funds required. The meeting was routine and procedural, with all votes 5-0.

• Approved Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan (presented by Joe Monslow)
• Accepted KDOT Access, Innovation, and Collaboration grant of $1,253,390 for six transit projects
• Approved minutes from July 25, 2022 meeting

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved a resolution for the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan, which proposes using $3.197M in federal funds for non-congregate shelter units, supportive services, and nonprofit capacity building. The committee also approved accepting a $1,253,390 KDOT grant for six public transportation projects, with matching funds already secured. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved HOME-ARP Allocation Plan resolution (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of $1,253,390 KDOT Access, Innovation, and Collaboration grant (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 25, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Public Works and Safety Committee met on January 23, 2023, and unanimously approved five items, including a pre-disaster recovery plan, amendments to all-terrain vehicle traffic ordinances, a law enforcement agreement for Loring, and the sale of property for the Armourdale Pump Station renovation. The meeting was held in a hybrid format at the Municipal Office Building in Kansas City, Kansas.

• Approved Wyandotte County Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan (Tracking #212199)
• Amended Chapter 35 Traffic ATV ordinance (Tracking #212204)
• Authorized law enforcement agreement between Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office and KCK Police Department for Loring (Tracking #212202)
• Approved sale of Unified Government property and renovation of Armourdale Pump Station (Tracking #212203)

The Public Works & Safety Committee approved four items unanimously (5-0): a pre-disaster recovery plan, amendments to the traffic code regarding ATVs, an inter-agency law enforcement agreement for Loring, and a property sale/renovation deal for the Armourdale Pump Station. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Wyandotte County Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 35 Traffic Code for ATV enforcement (5-0)
• Approved agreement between Sheriff's Office and KCK Police for Loring (5-0)
• Approved sale of UG property and renovation of Armourdale Pump Station (5-0)

General

The January 17, 2023, meeting of the Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force Committee has been canceled. No other business is scheduled.

General

The Charter Ordinance Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

• Hybrid meeting at 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Zoom webinar available with Meeting ID 843 7289 8888

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners held a combined Planning and Zoning and full commission meeting, approving all agenda items. Key actions included rezoning for the Margaritaville Resort Hotel at 9400 State Avenue, several other zone changes and special use permits, and a motion to draft a rule allowing the Mayor to return standing committee items once. The meeting also included a mayoral veto notice and funding approval for the Rock Island Bridge project.

• Approved rezoning for Margaritaville Resort Hotel at 9400 State Avenue (COZ2022-039) and event center special use permit (SP2022-097)
• Approved $ funding for design and construction of raising Rock Island Bridge (Resolution R-1-23)
• Approved change of zone for six-story mixed-use development at 810 North 6th Street (COZ2022-042)
• Denied liquor store at 8919 Leavenworth Road (COZ2022-038, SP2022-093, MPL2022-023)
• Approved special use permits for childcare center at KCKCC, truck terminal, and short-term rentals

The Commission approved the rezoning and special use permit for the proposed $150M Margaritaville Resort Hotel at 9400 State Avenue, with amendments removing the trail construction requirement and making the permit indefinite. The Commission also approved funding for raising the Rock Island Bridge, denied a liquor store application, and approved several other zoning and permit items.

• Approved COZ2022-039 rezoning for Margaritaville Resort, removing trail construction requirement (10-0)
• Approved SP2022-097 event center permit for Margaritaville Resort, amended to indefinite term (10-0)
• Approved $853,000 for Rock Island Bridge raise from Transient Guest Tax (10-0)
• Denied liquor store change of zone, master plan amendment, and special use permit at 8919 Leavenworth Rd (10-0)
• Approved COZ2022-042 rezoning for 6-story mixed-use development at 810 N 6th St (10-0)
• Approved SP2022-066 140-ft telecom tower at Bishop Ward athletic field for 10 years (9-0, McKiernan recused)
• Approved SP2022-061 concrete recycling permit renewal for 1 year instead of 2 (10-0)
• Approved 7 ordinances formalizing previous zoning and permit approvals (10-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission will hold a special meeting to appoint a Municipal Court Judge for Division 2 to complete a four-year term ending September 30, 2024. The agenda includes procedural items and a resolution for the appointment, with no other substantive business listed.

• Appointment of Municipal Court Judge, Division 2, to fill remainder of term through September 30, 2024

The Unified Government Commission interviewed three final candidates for the Division 2 Municipal Court Judge vacancy and voted to appoint Karen C. Wittman to fill the remainder of the term ending September 30, 2024. The appointment was approved by a unanimous 10-0 vote via Resolution No. R-2-23.

• Appointed Karen C. Wittman as Municipal Court Judge, Division 2, for term through Sept 30, 2024 (10-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R-2-23 appointing Wittman (10-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission will meet to review the status of Ethics Code revisions and training schedules. The commission will also conduct a final review of all sections of the Ethics Code for potential approval.

• Review of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Discussion of proposed amendment regarding former employees
• Review of Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Review of the UG Ethics Commission Website
• Executive session for personnel matters or legal opinions

The Ethics Commission unanimously approved the final draft of proposed changes to the Unified Government Ethics Code, including employment restrictions, and will forward it to the UG Commission for a vote. The commission also approved the November 10, 2022 meeting minutes and received the administrator's report on training, complaints, and advisory opinions.

• Approved final draft of proposed UG Ethics Code changes, forwarded to UG Commission (unanimous)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board (LEAB) of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format. The agenda includes discussing action steps from a listening tour, receiving community comments, and hearing reports from the police chief, sheriff, and legislative auditor. The board's duties include advising on law enforcement issues and serving as a liaison between the public and law enforcement.

• Action steps for listening tour
• Community comments
• Reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick
• Report from Legislative Auditor Reed Partridge

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board meeting on January 11, 2023, has no minutes available. The record indicates only the meeting time and location, with no decisions or actions documented.

General

The Land Bank Policy Review Sub-Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a community conversation meeting to discuss Land Bank policy. The meeting is open to the public and will take place in person at the Beatrice Lee Community Center.

• Public meeting on Land Bank policy review
• Location: Beatrice Lee Community Center, 1310 N. 10th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

General

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues will hold a hybrid meeting on January 9, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. to approve prior meeting minutes, set 2023 goals, elect officers, and review its by-laws. The commission will also receive updates from its Health and Equity Taskforce and discuss police/law-enforcement issues, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant topics.

• Approve 2022 July and September meeting minutes
• Set 2023 Goals
• Elect Officers
• Review by-laws

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee approved a resolution adopting the 2023 Cash and Investment Policy, approved funding for raising the Rock Island Bridge, and approved a resolution authorizing public safety communication equipment financed with general obligation bonds. The committee also received presentations on a downtown apartment project and third-quarter budget performance. A biosolids presentation was removed and rescheduled to February 6, 2023.

• Approved 2023 Cash and Investment Policy (Resolution, Tracking #212197)
• Approved funding for design and construction of raising Rock Island Bridge, fast-tracked to January 12 full commission (Tracking #212198)
• Approved resolution authorizing public safety communication equipment and general obligation bonds, fast-tracked to January 12 (Tracking #212152)
• Presentation on proposed downtown apartment project at 6th and Minnesota Avenue (for information only)
• Report on Third Quarter 2022 budget vs. actuals (for information only)

The committee approved funding the Rock Island Bridge raise using the Transient Guest Tax (TGT), with half the cost to be reimbursed through CID and TIF revenues. The item was fast-tracked to the January 12 full commission meeting. The committee also approved the 2023 Cash and Investment Policy and a resolution authorizing public safety communication equipment bonds. A presentation on a proposed downtown apartment project was for information only, with no action taken.

• Approved $852,245 Rock Island Bridge raise funded by Transient Guest Tax (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Cash and Investment Policy (6-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing public safety communication equipment and bond issuance (6-0)
• Approved minutes from June 6, 2022 (6-0)
• Removed biosolids presentation from agenda, rescheduled to February 6, 2023
• Heard presentation on downtown apartment project at 6th & Minnesota; no action taken

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee approved the Downtown KCK Commercial Historic District nomination for National Park Service consideration and acted on multiple Land Bank option applications and property transfers. Several items were approved, while some multi-family and other applications were held over for 30 days or withdrawn by applicants.

• Approved Downtown KCK Commercial Historic District nomination to National Park Service
• Approved 8 single-family Land Bank option applications, including homes on Glenrose Ln, S 39th St, Riverview Ave, N Tremont St, S Tremont St, S 10th Ter, Quindaro Blvd, and N 27th St
• Held over Overland Property Group's 48-unit multi-family request (18 properties on Freeman Ave and N 9th St) for 30 days
• Withdrawn: JES Dev Co's 56-unit multi-family request (18 properties on Freeman Ave, N 9th St, Oakland Ave)
• Approved 4 Land Bank property transfers, including yard extensions and a donation

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee voted 5-0 to approve submitting the Downtown KCK Commercial Historic District nomination to the National Park Service. The committee also approved several Land Bank option applications and property transfers, while holding other items for further review. The meeting was held remotely and on-site due to COVID-19.

• Approved Downtown KCK Commercial Historic District nomination for submission to National Park Service (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option applications A1-A6 for six single-family homes (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option application A7 for The Village Initiative transitional housing (5-0)
• Held Land Bank option application B1 (Overland Property Group, 48-unit LITEC project) for one month (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank option application C1 (RA Engineering Corp. office building) (5-0)
• Held Land Bank option application C2 (Boston Daniels Peace and Arts Center) until next month (5-0)
• Held Land Bank option applications D1 and D2 (garages) for further review (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank property transfers PT1-PT3 (yard extensions and UG transfer) (5-0)

General

This is a notice for an in-person meeting of the Judicial Nominating Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, scheduled for Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 9:00 A.M. The agenda text contains only meeting logistics and no listed agenda items, so the specific business to be discussed is not specified.

• In-person meeting at 9:00 A.M. on January 5, 2023
• Location: 9th-floor conference room, Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

General

The Business and Economic Development Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet virtually on January 3, 2023, at 3:00 PM. The meeting will include an update from Gunnar Hand, Director of Planning & Urban Design, on the Citywide Master Plan. Residents may attend in person at Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas, or join via Zoom.