Wyandotte County public meetings in 2024

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

This agenda only announces that the Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee meeting, originally scheduled for December 30, 2024, has been moved to January 6, 2025. No other business items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from December 30, 2024 to January 6, 2025

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

This agenda only announces that the Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee meeting originally scheduled for December 30, 2024, has been moved to January 6, 2025. No agenda items or decisions are listed.

• Meeting date changed from December 30, 2024, to January 6, 2025

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners approved several fast-tracked items, including land and signage agreements related to a Buc-ee's location at Village West. The board also approved funding for juvenile justice programs and agreements for school crossing guards.

• Property exchange agreement and signage authorization for Buc-ee's at Village West
• $472,280 application for Juvenile Justice Involved Youth Programs
• Agreement with USD 500 to provide up to 28 school crossing guards
• Ordinance to discontinue non-emergency ambulance service restrictions
• Third amendment to the development agreement with Kansas Entertainment, LLC

The commission approved a property exchange with Buc-ee's and a related bill of sale for Village West signage, both related to right-of-way for Village West Parkway. It also approved a third amendment to the Kansas Entertainment LLC development agreement, a $472,280 grant for juvenile justice programs, agreements with two school districts for crossing guards, a no-interest installment purchase for defibrillators, and an ordinance making the Unified Government the sole provider of ambulance services.

• Approved bill of sale for Village West signage (9-0, Davis not voting)
• Approved property exchange agreement with Buc-ee's (10-0)
• Approved third amendment to Kansas Entertainment LLC development agreement (8-2, Ramirez and Stites opposed)
• Approved FY2025 juvenile justice grant of $472,280 (10-0)
• Approved crossing guard agreement with Piper USD 203 (10-0)
• Approved crossing guard agreement with USD 500 (10-0)
• Approved installment-purchase agreement with Zoll Medical for defibrillators (10-0)
• Approved ordinance discontinuing non-emergency ambulance services (10-0)

General

The Solid Waste Management Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet in a hybrid format on December 19, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. The agenda includes updates on the Carts Program and waste management customer service, as well as setting priorities for 2025. Public comment will be heard.

• Update on the Carts Program
• Waste Management customer service updates
• Discussion of priorities for 2025
• Public comment period

General

The Kansas City Kansas Tree Board will meet in a hybrid format to adopt its agenda, approve previous minutes, and hear public comments. The main action is a vote to finalize the permitted and prohibited tree list, followed by a review of the Tree Board Ordinance.

• Vote to finalize permitted and prohibited tree list
• Review of Tree Board Ordinance
• Public comments from visitors

General

The Business Development Task Force will meet to review November minutes and hear a Planning 101 presentation on zoning ordinance, state law, and related commissions. The agenda includes public comment and old business. The attached minutes detail a prior presentation on reducing regulatory barriers to business, with recommendations for a one-stop shop and permit reforms.

• Planning 101 presentation by Michael Farley, UG Legal Department
• Review of November 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Discussion of Cities Work report on regulatory barriers
• Recommendations include creating a small business one-stop shop

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee meeting scheduled for December 16, 2024 has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee voted 5-0 to approve five resolutions and one ordinance, all fast-tracked to the December 19 Board of Commissioners meeting. Items include applying for a $472,280 juvenile justice youth program grant, school crossing guard agreements with two school districts, an installment-purchase agreement with Zoll Medical, and an ordinance discontinuing non-emergency ambulance services. The committee also heard a presentation on recommended opioid funding allocations for 2025.

• Resolution to apply for FY2025 Juvenile Justice Involved Youth Programs grant of $472,280 (no match required)
• Agreement with Piper USD 203 for one school crossing guard, reimbursed by the district
• Agreement with USD 500 for up to 28 school crossing guards, reimbursed by the district
• Installment-purchase agreement with Zoll Medical Corporation (amount not specified)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 5 to discontinue non-emergency ambulance services and remove restriction on nonemergency transports

The Public Works and Safety Committee unanimously approved five resolutions, including a $472,280 grant for juvenile justice programs, agreements with two school districts for crossing guards, a $1.1M lease for new defibrillators, and an ordinance to discontinue non-emergency ambulance services. All items were fast-tracked to the December 19 Board of Commissioners meeting. The committee also heard a presentation on opioid settlement funding but took no action.

• Approved FY2025 juvenile justice grant resolution (5-0)
• Approved crossing guard agreement with Piper USD 203 (5-0)
• Approved crossing guard agreement with USD 500 (5-0)
• Approved $1,110,147.95 lease for Zoll defibrillators (5-0)
• Approved ordinance discontinuing non-emergency ambulance services (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet to elect officers for First Vice Chairman, Second Vice Chairman, and Secretary. The board will also receive updates on the Rock Island Bridge Project, recreation and park updates, and correspondence regarding status updates for 8th Street Park, Northrup Park, and Splitlog Park.

• Election of officers: First Vice Chairman, Second Vice Chairman, Secretary
• Public Works presentation on Rock Island Bridge Project
• Public Works status update for 8th Street Park, Northrup Park, and Splitlog Park
• Recreation updates: winter basketball registration, Donuts with Santa event
• Park updates: boat removal at Wyandotte County Lake, marina closing

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Committee reviewed investment reports and several development resolutions. The committee approved a property exchange with Buc-ee's and fee waivers for residential development east of 55th Street.

• Property exchange agreement with Buc-ee's involving a land swap for Village West Parkway right of way
• Third amendment to the development agreement with Kansas Entertainment, LLC
• Waiver of certain application and permit fees for residential development east of 55th Street
• Authorization of a bill of sale and indemnity regarding signage at Village West
• Resolution to calculate 25% of new growth revenues to recommend mill levy reductions

The Economic Development & Finance Committee approved resolutions to transfer the Village West highway sign to Kansas Speedway and execute a property exchange with Buc-ee's to relocate Village West Parkway, both fast-tracked to the December 19 Board meeting. It also approved a third amendment to the Kansas Entertainment development agreement (reducing hotel rooms to 125, increasing charitable contributions to $850,000), a five-year waiver of permit fees for residential development east of 55th Street, and forwarded a resolution on new growth revenue allocation to the Board with no recommendation. The committee received the Q3 investment report for information only.

• Approved resolution to transfer Village West sign to Kansas Speedway (6-0)
• Approved property exchange agreement with Buc-ee's for Village West Parkway (6-0)
• Approved third amendment to Kansas Entertainment development agreement (5-1)
• Approved waiver of permit fees for residential development east of 55th Street (5-1)
• Forwarded resolution on new growth revenue allocation to Board with no recommendation (6-0)
• Approved minutes from October 9 and December 4, 2023 meetings (6-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee approved the sale of 32 single-family homes from the land bank, held four properties for one month, and approved a resolution adopting the Land Bank policy. Members also received a presentation on ordinances that would amend the Community Benefits Ordinance and create funds for parks, affordable housing, and childcare, for information only.

• Approved sale of 32 single-family homes from land bank (Tracking #21557)
• Held over land bank properties A12, A13, A14, A15 for one month
• Approved resolution adopting Land Bank policy (Tracking #21225)
• Presentation on ordinances amending Community Benefits Ordinance and creating affordable housing trust fund, childcare program, parks funding (Tracking #21608)

The committee adopted a resolution updating the Land Bank Policy and approved several applications for single-family homes. Other Land Bank applications were continued, and the committee received an informational presentation on Community Benefits Ordinances.

• Approved Land Bank applications A2 through A8 (5-0)
• Continued Land Bank applications A12, A14, and A15 (5-0)
• Continued Land Bank application A13 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving Land Bank Policy (5-0)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning & Zoning and Board of Commissioners meeting on December 5, 2024, was largely an action agenda where the commission voted on numerous zoning changes, special use permits, ordinances, and resolutions. Notable actions included approving a change of zone for a truck terminal parking lot, a school-to-apartment conversion, and several short-term rental permits, while denying a used car lot request. The commission also authorized up to $5,822,074 in industrial revenue bonds for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies and adopted resolutions for a VAWA grant, hazard mitigation plan, and emergency operations plan revisions.

• Approved COZ2024-025: Change of zone to MP-2 for truck terminal parking at 9711 State Avenue
• Approved COZ2024-026: Change of zone to RP-5 to convert school building to apartments at 313 North 10th Street
• Denied COZ2024-029: Used automotive sales lot at 7521 Nebraska Avenue
• Approved O-154-24: Issuance of up to $5,822,074 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies
• Approved R-81-24: Application for FY25 Violence Against Women Act grant for police victim services

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners adopted the 2025 state legislative program, approved industrial revenue bonds for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies, and addressed various planning and zoning applications. Commissioners voted to table proposed ethics code amendments for future review and renamed a local basketball court and street section in honor of Broderick Crawford.

• Approved renaming Jersey Creek Park basketball court to Broderick Crawford Basketball Court (9-0)
• Approved honorary street sign for Walker Avenue from Seventh to Eighth Street as Broderick Crawford Lane (9-0)
• Adopted resolution for the 2025 State Legislative Program (9-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing industrial revenue bonds for Ecovyst Catalyst Technologies, LLC project (9-0)
• Approved Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda with specified items set aside (9-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Short-Term Rental at 4110 South Minnie Street for one year (9-0)
• Returned Special Use Permit SP2024-094 (2724 North 13th Street) to Planning Commission (8-1)
• Denied Change of Zone COZ2024-029 at 7521 Nebraska Avenue (9-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on December 5, 2024, at 5:00 PM. The sole purpose is to enter an executive session, closed to the public, to discuss employer-employee relations and negotiations. No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session on employer-employee relations and negotiations
• Meeting closed to the public under Kansas Open Meetings Act
• Special session at Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS

The Unified Government Commission met in special session solely to enter executive session regarding employer-employee relations and labor negotiations. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural, consisting of motions to enter and extend the closed session and then adjourn.

• Entered executive session for labor negotiations (7-0)
• Extended executive session until 5:50 p.m. (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:52 p.m. (7-0)

General

This agenda is a revised notice stating that a special meeting of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, scheduled for December 4, 2024, at 5:00 PM, has been cancelled. The meeting was to have addressed Priority Based Budgeting in the fifth-floor conference room of the Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas. No business will be conducted.

• Special meeting on Priority Based Budgeting cancelled
• Meeting was scheduled for December 4, 2024, at 5:00 PM
• Location: Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

This agenda only announces that the Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee meeting originally scheduled for Monday, December 2, 2024, has been rescheduled to Monday, December 9, 2024. No other business items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled to December 9, 2024

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee meeting originally scheduled for December 2, 2024, has been rescheduled to December 9, 2024. No substantive items are listed on the agenda.

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission met and approved all items on the consent agenda, including resolutions on cash management, development agreements, a grant application, an appointment, and the 2025 holiday schedule. They also received informational presentations on drug diversion programs and the 2023 financial report, and approved land bank options.

• Approved R-76-24: 2024-2025 Cash Management Policy
• Approved R-77-24: Third Amendment to Criterion development performance agreement (232-unit multifamily, delays to Dec 2025/2027)
• Approved R-78-24: First Amendment to performance agreement for 4601 Rainbow Boulevard multifamily
• Approved R-79-24: Application for $349,465 Land & Water Conservation grant (50/50 match)
• Approved 2025 holiday schedule and land bank options (12 single-family, 2 multi-family)

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda 9-0, excluding Item 7.2, the Third Amendment to the Performance Agreement for the Criterion development. That item was presented but the minutes do not record a vote on it; instead, a motion to adjourn carried 9-0. The meeting also included informational presentations on municipal court marijuana and drug diversion programs and the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, with no action required.

• Approved consent agenda except Item 7.2 (9-0)
• Item 7.2 (Criterion development performance agreement amendment) presented; no vote recorded
• Adjourned Board of Commissioners and reconvened as Land Bank Board of Trustees (9-0)
• Adjourned Land Bank Board of Trustees (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County is considering a draft 2025 State Legislative Agenda containing 16 items. These items outline the government's positions on state funding and legislation, including requests for World Cup preparation funds, Medicaid expansion, revenue flexibility, infrastructure funding, and more. The agenda is a draft for discussion and approval.

• Request funding for 2026 World Cup preparations
• Support Medicaid expansion, estimated to cover ~7,500 uninsured residents and bring $64M annually
• Advocate for local revenue flexibility including income taxes and e-commerce delivery fees
• Support infrastructure funding for bridge repairs like Central Avenue Bridge
• Support legalizing cannabis with local opt-in and excise fees

The Unified Government Commission held a special meeting on November 21, 2024, to discuss its draft 2025 State Legislative Agenda with members of the Kansas Legislative Delegation. The body walked through 16 agenda items covering topics such as World Cup funding, Medicaid expansion, revenue flexibility, infrastructure, child care, prevailing wage, mental health, homelessness, STAR Bonds, education funding, cannabis, and housing. No formal decisions, votes, or approvals on the agenda items were recorded; the meeting was a discussion session. The only recorded action was a motion to adjourn, which passed 8-0.

• No votes or formal decisions recorded on the 16 draft legislative agenda items; discussion only
• Motion to adjourn approved (8-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Library Board will meet in person to adopt budget-setting and budget-allocation resolutions for 2025, and to select 2025 meeting dates. The agenda also includes approval of July 2024 meeting notes and reports from library directors. The July minutes show a tied vote on exceeding the revenue neutral rate, with the board ultimately voting unanimously to remain revenue neutral while providing a 5% expense increase for library districts.

• Adopt Budget Setting Resolution for 2025
• Adopt Budget Allocation Resolution for 2025
• Select 2025 meeting dates (Feb, May, June, August, November)
• Reports from KCK Public Library, Bonner Springs City Library, Turner Community Library
• July 2024 vote: remain revenue neutral with 5% expense increase (unanimous)

Committee/Task Force

The Kansas City Kansas Tree Board will meet in a hybrid format to adopt the agenda, approve previous minutes, and hear public comments. The main items are an update on the Kansas Forest Service Grant and a proposal to modify the permitted and prohibited street tree list.

• Kansas Forest Service Grant update
• Modify permitted and prohibited street tree list

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee met and approved three resolutions: applying for a federal Violence Against Women Act grant for police victim services, approving the Region L 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approving revisions to the County Emergency Operations Plan. All items passed unanimously. The meeting was brief and procedural.

• Resolution to apply for and accept FY2025 VAWA grant for police victim services (25% match from existing budgets)
• Resolution approving Region L 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution approving revisions to County Emergency Operations Plan
• Approved minutes from Aug 28, Oct 23, Nov 27, 2023 meetings

The Public Works & Safety Committee unanimously approved three resolutions: applying for a $109,775 VAWA grant for domestic violence services, adopting the Region L 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approving revisions to the County Emergency Operations Plan. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved resolution to apply for $109,775 VAWA grant for FY2025 (5-0)
• Approved adoption of Region L 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)
• Approved revisions to County Emergency Operations Plan (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Aug 28, Oct 23, Nov 27, 2023 meetings (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Business Development Task Force will meet to review October meeting minutes, hear a virtual presentation from CitiesWork on removing barriers to business in Wyandotte County, and discuss old business. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment.

• Virtual presentation of report to remove barriers to business in WYCO by CitiesWork
• Review of October 28, 2024, meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, November 18, 2024, has been canceled due to a lack of items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

General

This special meeting of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, was scheduled for November 14, 2024, to present the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, but it has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Special meeting cancelled
• Originally scheduled to present 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

General

The Solid Waste Management Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, was scheduled to meet on November 14, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. in a hybrid format, but the meeting has been cancelled. This agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a regular meeting on November 13, 2024. The agenda includes reports from the Chief of Police and Sheriff, a report from the Law Enforcement Legislative Auditor, and discussion of the Police Athletic League site visit and audit. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick
• Report from Law Enforcement Legislative Auditor
• Police Athletic League site visit and audit discussion
• Next month's meeting location set for KCKPD Headquarters

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet to discuss renaming the Jersey Creek Park basketball courts and receive updates on capital and grant-funded projects. The agenda includes staff reports on recreation and park updates, but no formal votes are scheduled beyond adopting the agenda and approving previous minutes.

• Discussion on renaming Jersey Creek Park basketball courts
• Update on capital projects
• Update on grant-funded projects
• Recreation updates from Shaya Lockett
• Park updates from Vincent Billaci

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special hybrid meeting on November 7, 2024. The agenda includes a closed executive session about security of public buildings or information systems, followed by a public presentation from the Urban League of Greater Kansas City on the State of Black Kansas City. The executive session is closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act; the presentation is open for observation.

• Executive session on security of public body/agency, building, or information system
• Presentation by Urban League of Greater Kansas City: State of Black Kansas City
• Hybrid meeting: in-person at 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS, and via Zoom/YouTube/UGTV

The Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Unified Government Commission held a special meeting on November 7, 2024, that included an executive session on security and a presentation by the Urban League of Greater Kansas City on the State of Black Kansas City report. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only. The commission adjourned after the presentation.

• Held executive session on security (7-0)
• Extended executive session (8-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (7-0)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission meeting on November 7, 2024, was largely a consent agenda with many zoning changes, special use permits, and resolutions. The most consequential item was the approval of a development agreement for a Buc-ee's travel center at 601 Village West Parkway. The meeting also included several proclamations and routine administrative items.

• Approved development agreement for Buc-ee's Family Travel Center at 601 Village West Parkway (R-72-24)
• Approved rezoning for Buc-ee's travel center from A-G to CP-3 (COZ2024-014) and master plan amendment (MPL2024-008)
• Approved $20 million EPA Change Grant application (CSO55) and MOU with Central Avenue Betterment Association (R-67-24)
• Approved $86,202 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police (R-65-24)
• Approved $143,321.94 Kansas Fights Addiction Grant (R-66-24)

The Board of Commissioners approved the Buc-ee's Family Travel Center development agreement, a $95 million project with 120 gas pumps and 150-200 full-time jobs, including $13.3 million in infrastructure reimbursement and a $3.3 million TIF cap. The board also approved several industrial revenue bond ordinances for various developments, including a $52 million multifamily project in the West Bottoms. A rezoning application for Roger Barrett was not decided, as motions to hold it over and to deny it both failed.

• Approved Buc-ee's Family Travel Center development agreement (8-0)
• Approved $46M industrial revenue bonds for Village West III (8-0)
• Approved $11.5M industrial revenue bonds for Carnation Partners LLC (8-0)
• Approved $52M industrial revenue bonds for KC Yards 2 LLC (8-0)
• Approved industrial revenue bonds for Margaritaville and Homefield Outdoor project (8-0)
• Approved industrial revenue bonds for Legends 267 project (8-0)
• Denied rezoning COZ2024-023 for Brian Hochstein (8-1)
• Denied special use permit SP2024-067 for Wendy Gonzalez (8-0)

General

The Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) board will meet to review and approve a revised 2025 budget for submission to the Unified Government, along with a 2025 workplan covering safe and clean services, marketing, and permanent improvements. The agenda also includes informational updates on a repeater purchase contract and the Safe and Clean contract, plus reports from the vice chair on funding and community relations.

• Approval of revised 2025 SSMID budget for U.G. submittal
• 2025 workplan including Safe and Clean, marketing, and permanent improvement plan
• Repeater purchase: contract assigned (informational)
• Safe and Clean contract update (informational)
• DTS-SSMID monthly budget report (informational)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee approved several resolutions, including a cash management policy, amendments to performance agreements for two multifamily developments, and a development agreement for a Buc-ee's travel center. The committee also voted to send the Kansas Entertainment LLC agreement back to developers for further discussion, to be revisited at the next meeting.

• Approved 2024-2025 Cash Management Policy (Tracking #21414)
• Approved third amendment to Criterion development agreement, delaying completion to Dec 31, 2027 (Tracking #21446)
• Approved first amendment to performance agreement for 4601 Rainbow Boulevard (Tracking #21447)
• Approved Buc-ee's Family Travel Center development agreement at 601 Village West Parkway, fast-tracked to Nov 7 commission (Tracking #21448)
• Kansas Entertainment LLC agreement sent back to developers, to return Dec 2 (Tracking #21372)

The committee approved a development agreement for a $95 million Buc-ee's travel center and adopted the 2024-2025 Cash and Investment Policy. Two multi-family housing projects received timeline extensions due to market challenges. A proposed amendment for the Hollywood Casino hotel was sent back to developers for further discussion.

• Approved 2024-2025 Cash and Investment Policy (6-0)
• Approved timeline extension for Criterion Development multi-family project (6-0)
• Approved timeline extension for 4601 Rainbow Boulevard multi-family project (6-0)
• Approved Buc-ee's Family Travel Center development agreement (6-0)
• Denied amendment to Kansas Entertainment LLC agreement for Hollywood Casino hotel (3-3)
• Sent Kansas Entertainment LLC agreement back to developers for discussion (5-1)

General

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

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

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met to approve grants for parks and land bank housing policies. Four resolutions passed unanimously, including a $349,465 Land & Water Conservation grant and a $100,000 Kansas Forest Service grant. The committee also advanced 36 land bank housing units for final consideration.

• Approved $349,465 Land & Water Conservation grant (50/50 match required)
• Approved $100,000 Kansas Forest Service grant (no matching funds)
• Advanced 34 single-family and 2 multi-family land bank housing units for final approval
• Held over Land Bank policy resolution to December 2 meeting

The committee unanimously approved a resolution for a $175,000 grant to improve Parkwood Pool and a no-match grant application for up to $100,000 for tree planting. They also approved Land Bank options for 34 single-family homes and 2 multi-family units, while holding over the new Land Bank Policy resolution to the next meeting.

• Approved 2024 Land & Water Conservation Grant resolution for Parkwood Pool (4-0)
• Approved Kansas Forest Service Grant resolution for tree planting (4-0)
• Approved Land Bank options for Items A1, A4, A5, A7, A15, and B1 (4-0)
• Held over Land Bank Policy resolution to next meeting (4-0)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider planning and zoning items, including a change of zone for a new Buc-ee's travel center at 601 Village West Parkway, which was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. The board will also vote on several other rezoning requests, special use permits, and land bank transfers. Due to inclement weather, all remaining items were continued to November 7, 2024, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Change of zone for Buc-ee's travel center at 601 Village West Parkway (COZ2024-014) recommended for approval
• Change of zone for 24-unit apartment development at 4225 Mission Road (COZ2024-022) recommended 6-3
• Special use permit for event space at 6000 Leavenworth Road (SP2024-047) recommended 8-1
• Resolution to provide Spanish-language election materials starting 2025 (R-75-24) approved 10-0
• Resolution to amend Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Corp

The Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution urging the Kansas Secretary of State and Wyandotte County Election Commissioner to provide Spanish language voting materials starting in 2025. The resolution passed with a 10-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned early due to inclement weather, with all remaining agenda items postponed to the November 7, 2024 meeting.

• Adopted resolution urging Spanish language election materials for 2025 (10-0)
• Recognized three community members (no vote required)
• Adjourned meeting due to weather; remaining items postponed to Nov 7 (10-0)

General

This is a special meeting of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, held jointly with the Board of Public Utilities. The agenda contains only procedural details for the hybrid meeting, with no listed action items or discussion topics.

• Joint meeting with Board of Public Utilities
• Hybrid format: in-person and via Zoom/YouTube/UGTV
• Location: Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS

The Unified Government and the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) held a joint session to discuss resident concerns regarding utility bills, the PILOT fee, and customer service. No formal policy changes were decided, but officials discussed separating non-utility fees from bills to prevent service shut-offs. The Mayor announced plans for consistent future meetings to find solutions for reducing resident costs.

• Adjourned meeting (10-0)

General

The Business Development Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet in person to review minutes from October 14 and hear a presentation by Crystal Sprague, Director of Performance and Innovation. The task force is focused on streamlining development processes and reducing delays. Public comment will be taken.

• Presentation by Crystal Sprague, Director of Performance and Innovation
• Review of October 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Administration & Human Services Standing Committee met for 9 minutes and approved two resolutions without discussion. It authorized a $75,600 AmeriCorps Kansas grant with a $18,144 local match and amended the Unified Government Commission’s two-year meeting calendar by shifting three dates.

• $75,600 AmeriCorps Kansas funding opportunity grant with 24% local match ($18,144)
• Amendment to Unified Government Commission two-year meeting calendar (Feb 2024–Jan 2026) moving October 31 to October 30, January 2 to January 9, and December 30 to January 6

The Administration and Human Services Committee approved a resolution to accept a $75,600 AmeriCorps Kansas funding opportunity, requiring a 24% match of $18,144 from host sites and administrative costs. They also approved amendments to the 2024-2025 meeting calendar, moving the January 2, 2025 Planning and Zoning and Full Commission meeting to January 9, 2025, and the December 30, 2024 EDF and NCD meeting to January 6, 2025. Both motions passed 4-0. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 26 and September 25, 2023 meetings.

• Approved AmeriCorps Kansas grant resolution ($75,600, 24% match) (4-0)
• Approved meeting calendar amendment moving Jan 2, 2025 to Jan 9, 2025 and Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 6, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 26 and September 25, 2023 meetings (4-0)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved several resolutions, including applications for two $20 million EPA Change Grants, a $143,321.94 Kansas Fights Addiction Grant, and an $86,202 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant. The committee also held over a resolution on revisions to the County Emergency Operations Plan for more information. All items were approved with votes ranging from 5/0 to 6/0, with one 5/1 vote on the second EPA grant.

• Approved resolution to apply for and accept $86,202 from FY24 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for KCK Police Department (no match required)
• Approved resolution to apply for and accept $143,321.94 from Kansas Fights Addiction Grant FY2025 for treatment, emergency housing, transportation, and defense services for behavioral health and drug court offenders
• Approved resolution authorizing application and acceptance of $20 million EPA Environmental Change Grant and Memorandum of Understanding with Central Avenue Betterment Association (no match required)
• Approved resolution authorizing submission of $20 million EPA Change Grant SC019 application with statutory partners (no match required)
• Held over resolution approving revisions to County Emergency Operations Plan for more information

The Public Works & Safety Committee approved two grant resolutions: an $86,202 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police training and equipment, and a $143,321.94 Kansas Fights Addiction Grant to expand behavioral health and drug court services. The committee also approved two EPA stormwater grant resolutions for CSO 55 and CSO 19 projects, each with $20 million in federal funds, and fast-tracked them to the November 7, 2024 meeting. A resolution revising the County Emergency Operations Plan was tabled for lack of prior document review.

• Adopted Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant resolution (6-0)
• Adopted Kansas Fights Addiction Grant resolution (6-0)
• Tabled County Emergency Operations Plan revisions for next meeting
• Adopted EPA Change Grant CSO 55 resolution with oversight committee, fast-tracked to Nov 7 (6-0)
• Adopted EPA Change Grant CSO 19 resolution with oversight committee, fast-tracked to Nov 7 (5-1)

Committee/Task Force

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 9:00 A.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting at Neighborhood Resource Center, 4953 State Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas
• Virtual participation via Zoom webinar with meeting ID 869 2675 6618

General

The Economic Redevelopment Advisory Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 3:00 pm. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting (in-person and Zoom)
• Location: 9th-floor conference room, Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Zoom Meeting ID: 831 6006 7714

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will hold its monthly meeting in a hybrid format on October 23, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no listed agenda items.

• Hybrid meeting at 849 N. 47th St, Suite C, Kansas City, Kansas
• Virtual participation via Microsoft Teams
• Phone conference ID: 818 768 115#

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging met on October 23, 2024 and approved its September minutes as written. Members unanimously elected Jammie Johnson as Chair and Jessica Pontbriant as Co-Chair for 2025, and approved a motion to cancel both the November and December 2024 meetings due to holiday conflicts. A suggestion to hold two in-person meetings in 2025 was tabled until January.

• Approved September meeting minutes as written
• Elected Jammie Johnson as 2025 Chair, representing Wyandotte County (unanimous)
• Elected Jessica Pontbriant as 2025 Co-Chair, representing Leavenworth County (unanimous)
• Approved cancelling both November and December 2024 meetings due to holiday conflicts
• Tabled a suggestion to hold two in-person meetings in 2025 (March and September) until the January 2025 meeting

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special meeting on October 23, 2024, at 5:00 PM to discuss the introduction of monthly budget meetings. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, with public observation available via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• Discussion on introducing monthly budget meetings
• Hybrid meeting format with public access via Zoom, YouTube, and UGTV
• In-person viewing at the fifth-floor conference room, Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street

The Commission met to establish a monthly budget workshop schedule through 2025 to improve financial decision-making. The Chief Financial Officer presented a first-time Budget to Actuals report and a current investment portfolio summary.

• Introduced monthly budget meeting schedule for 2024-2025
• Presented Budget to Actuals reports for City General, County General, Parks, and Dedicated Sales Tax funds
• Presented investment portfolio totaling $267.4M as of September 30, 2024
• Presented debt summary showing $650.8M total balance

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a public town hall on October 19, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at the Kansas City Kansas Community College Performing Arts Center. Residents can attend in person, and questions for public officials must be submitted in writing by October 15 via email. The agenda is procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Town hall at 7250 State Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas
• Questions due by October 15, 2024, via [email protected]

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special hybrid session on October 17, 2024, at 5:30 PM to discuss the status of the BPU PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes). Immediately after, an executive session will be held in the 5th-floor conference room regarding personnel matters of non-elected personnel; this closed session is not open to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act.

• Discussion of BPU PILOT status
• Executive session on personnel matters of non-elected personnel
• Hybrid meeting via YouTube, UGTV, and Zoom
• Public observation available in 5th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street

The Commission discussed why the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) was not removed from customer bills by October 1. The County Administrator was directed to conduct an assessment of billing methods and charter compliance. A joint meeting between the Commission and BPU Board is scheduled for October 30.

• Directed County Administrator to conduct an assessment of BPU PILOT billing and charter compliance
• Scheduled joint meeting of BPU Board and Board of Commissioners for October 30
• Approved Executive Session regarding non-elected personnel (9-0)
• Approved extension of Executive Session regarding non-elected personnel (10-0)

General

The Juvenile Correctional Advisory Board of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting to review updates on grant-funded programs for youth involved in the juvenile justice system. The board will hear reports on programs like the Lowriding 2 Success Bike Club, Jegna Klub, and mental health services, and will discuss the FY2025 Q1 agency case plan and the FY2024 annual report. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 18, 2024 meeting.

• Q1 JCAB Grant Program Updates: Lowriding 2 Success Bike Club, Jegna Klub, Connections to Success, One Circle
• Q1 Juvenile Comprehensive Grant Program Updates: Delinquency Prevention (Heartland 180), Substance Use Therapy (A Connecting Pointe)
• Q1 Reinvestment Grant Program Updates: Mental Health Therapy (PACES), Juvenile Services Center Programming
• FY2025 Q1 Agency Case Plan Progress and FY2024 Annual JCAB Report
• Next meeting scheduled for January 16, 2025

The Wyandotte County Juvenile Community Advisory Board (JCAB) unanimously approved the FY2024 Annual JCAB Report for submission to the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC). The board also heard updates on grant programs, including the Q1 JCAB, Juvenile Comprehensive, and Reinvestment grants, and discussed challenges with youth transport staffing standards.

• Approved minutes of July 18, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024 Annual JCAB Report for submission to KDOC (unanimous)

General

The Government Efficiency Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 4:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting at 9th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Zoom webinar available with Meeting ID 821 5137 7954 and passcode 530172
• Dial-in options provided for US locations

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet to receive staff updates on various projects, including stormwater and park improvements to 8th Street, Northrup, and Splitlog Parks. The agenda includes adoption of the agenda, approval of previous minutes, and a visitor comment period. No new business is listed.

• Update on stormwater and park improvements to 8th Street, Northrup, and Splitlog Parks
• Visitor comment from Louise Lynch
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

General

The Business Development Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet in person to hear a presentation on Fire Services as it relates to development, given by Chief Dennis Rubin and Mr. Harvey Fields. The agenda also includes approval of the September 23, 2024, meeting minutes and public comment. The attached minutes from the prior meeting show extensive discussion of development process bottlenecks, including permitting delays, staffing issues, and developer frustrations.

• Presentation on Fire Services as it relates to development by Chief Dennis Rubin and Mr. Harvey Fields
• Approval of September 23, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of development process bottlenecks, including permitting delays and staffing issues
• Chipotle project workflow handout showing 4.5 months in review and 14 sets of plans submitted
• Public comment period

General

The Wyandotte County World Cup Readiness Task Force is holding a hybrid meeting to discuss preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The agenda is limited to the meeting notice and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting (in-person and Zoom) on October 10, 2024, at 1:30 P.M.
• Location: 9th-floor conference room, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting to discuss law enforcement issues. The agenda includes reports from the police chief and sheriff, an update on the Police Athletic League audit, and a peer review update. The board's role is to advise on law enforcement problems and serve as a liaison between police and the public.

• Reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick
• Police Athletic League audit update
• Peer review update
• Next month's meeting location set for KCKPD Headquarters

General

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues will hold a hybrid meeting on October 7, 2024 at 5:30 pm to conduct routine business, including approval of the July meeting minutes, updates from the Health and Equity Taskforce, and discussions on policing, systemic racism, and housing issues.

• Approve or deny July 2024 meeting minutes

General

The Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) Advisory Board will meet to review updates and take action on several items, including a repeater purchase, a Safe and Clean contract, and the 2025 workplan. The board will also hear reports on funding, outreach, and community relations. This follows a September meeting where the board created two vice chair positions and discussed budget changes.

• Repeater purchase
• Safe and Clean contract
• 2025 workplan including Safe and Clean, voluntary funding development, business and community relations, marketing, permanent improvement plan, and revised budget
• DTS Mainstreet Survey results
• SSMID budget update

General

The Governing Body is holding a special meeting to enter executive sessions, which are closed to the public, to consult with counsel on privileged matters such as litigation or claims, and to discuss employer-employee relations and negotiations. No public business or decisions are on the agenda.

• Executive session for attorney-client consultation on litigation or claims
• Executive session on employer-employee relations and negotiations

The Unified Government Commission met in special session on October 3, 2024, and voted unanimously (7-0) to enter two executive sessions: one to consult with attorneys on pending litigation and claims, and another to discuss employer-employee relations and labor negotiations. Both sessions were closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. After reconvening, the commission adjourned without taking any public action or making substantive decisions.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for attorney consultation on litigation/claims (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for labor negotiations discussion (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:05 p.m. (7-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved several consent agenda items, including an ordinance updating disorderly conduct and drug paraphernalia definitions, resolutions accepting federal grants for sexual health education, and a resolution restating the Board's authority to set policy. The meeting also included presentations on the Housing Authority and WIC programs, and a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week.

• Ordinance O-121-24 amending disorderly conduct, drug paraphernalia, and interference with law enforcement codes
• Resolution R-61-24 accepting $443,426 annually for 3-year sexual risk avoidance grant for KCK middle schools
• Resolution R-62-24 accepting $84,547 annually for 3-year sexual health education grant with Young Women on the Move
• Resolution R-64-24 restating Board authority to set overall policy (approved 6/1)
• Proclamation for Fire Prevention Week (Oct 6-12) and Fire Prevention Month

The Wyandotte County Commission approved a resolution reaffirming the Board's authority to set and review overall government policy, passing 6-1 with Commissioner Bynum dissenting. The commission also approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included ordinances on disorderly conduct and drug paraphernalia, resolutions on community corrections and sexual health grants, and other routine items. Several items were informational only, including presentations on water pollution control awards, the housing authority, and health department programs.

• Adopted resolution restating Board authority to set overall policy (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including ordinance on disorderly conduct and drug paraphernalia (7-0)
• Approved resolution approving Community Corrections FY2024 report (7-0)
• Approved resolution accepting WYCO SHIFT sexual health grant (7-0)
• Approved resolution for sexual health education partnership with Young Women on the Move (7-0)
• Approved resolution amending two-year meeting calendar (7-0)
• Approved minutes and weekly business (7-0)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed and approved several land bank property transfers, including single-family homes, multi-family units, and a commercial property, forwarding them to the Land Bank Board of Trustees. They also heard a presentation on transportation service optimization and a public appearance from Karen Daniels regarding northeast neighborhood development. The committee held one application (A14) for 30 days and approved another (A15) with conditions.

• Approved land bank items A7-A12 (15 single-family homes + Nehemiah Project) 4-0
• Approved land bank item A13 4-0
• Held land bank item A14 for 30 days
• Approved land bank item A15 with conditions 4-0
• Approved multi-family units B1 and commercial C1 plus property transfer (PT) 4-0

The Neighborhood & Community Development Committee approved multiple land bank property transfers and sales, including 15 single-family homes, a multi-family property, and a commercial property. The Nehemiah Project was approved with conditions, and a property transfer for the project was also approved. A transportation service optimization plan was presented for information only, and no action was taken on a proposed Tax Increment Financing district for the Quindaro Peace and Arts District.

• Approved land bank home sales for Items A7-A12 (4-0)
• Approved Item A13, a home sale to Altar Support (4-0)
• Continued Item A14, a home sale to Altar Support (4-0)
• Approved Item A15, Nehemiah Project homes, with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Items B1 and C1, a multi-family and a commercial property (4-0)
• Approved property transfer PT1 for Nehemiah Project (4-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee approved several resolutions, including adding equipment to a master lease agreement with Banc of America Corp and restating the Board of Commissioners' policy-setting authority. The committee also approved a third amendment to the Kansas Entertainment, LLC development agreement, with a change to liquidated damages, despite two dissenting votes.

• Approved resolution to add equipment to Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Corp
• Approved resolution restating Board of Commissioners' authority to set overall policy (previously denied July 18, 2024)
• Approved Third Amendment to Development Agreement with Kansas Entertainment, LLC (Tracking #21372), with liquidated damages paid until substantial groundbreaking
• Removed item waiving application and permit fees for development east of 55th Street in Kansas City, Kansas

The Economic Development & Finance Committee approved a resolution amending the master lease agreement to add mowing equipment and increase the financed amount to $9,295,300. It also approved a resolution restating the Board of Commissioners' authority to set overall policy. The committee approved the third amendment to the Kansas Entertainment LLC development agreement, reducing hotel rooms, extending the construction deadline, and increasing the Casino Grant Fund, despite a failed substitute motion.

• Approved resolution amending master lease agreement, adding mowing equipment and revising total to $9,295,300 (6-0)
• Approved resolution restating Board of Commissioners' authority to set overall policy (6-0)
• Approved third amendment to Kansas Entertainment LLC development agreement, reducing hotel rooms to 125-140, extending deadline to Dec 31, 2026, increasing Casino Grant Fund to $850,000 (4-2)
• Substitute motion to change liquidated damages payment until substantial groundbreaking failed (no second)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda of zoning changes, special use permits, and ordinances, along with several plats and resolutions. They also discussed ARPA-funded neighborhood grants and park benches, and considered a resolution regarding housing revenue bonds for the Gateway Plaza project.

• Rezoning at 813 South Pyle Street to CP-2 Planned General Business District
• Special use permit renewals for short-term rentals at 3716, 4016 Springfield St, 527 Tenny Ave, and 10 S Hallock St
• Ordinances rezoning 6111 Leavenworth Rd and 9400 State Ave
• Resolution accepting $105,680 grant for Kensington Park trail
• Resolution approving $35,778 in ARPA neighborhood grants

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution allocating $35,778 in ARPA funds for neighborhood grants, but a motion to reconsider failed. A separate ARPA allocation for park benches was not approved and remained in reserve. The board also approved an ordinance in non-support of financing for the Gateway Plaza Project, an $18 million affordable housing renovation at 1430 North Fourth Street. All consent agenda items, including zoning and plat approvals, were passed unanimously.

• Approved Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda (10-0)
• Approved Regular Consent Agenda including recreation trails grant, Dover Ridge and Wolcott Meadows plats (10-0)
• Approved $35,778 ARPA allocation for neighborhood grants (10-0)
• Motion to reconsider neighborhood grants failed (3-7)
• ARPA allocation for All Access Park Benches not approved; funds remained in reserve
• Approved ordinance in non-support of Gateway Plaza Project financing (7-3)
• Approved Land Bank Consent Agenda (9-1)
• Motion to reconsider Gateway Plaza ordinance carried (6-5), but no further action taken

General

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force will hold a meeting in a hybrid format. The meeting is available for in-person attendance or via Zoom webinar.

• Livable Neighborhoods Task Force meeting

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is reviewing a comprehensive Fire/EMS Master Plan developed with IAFF Local 64. The plan assesses station conditions, staffing levels, response times, and apparatus needs, recommending consolidations, new facilities, and increased staffing to meet NFPA standards. It also outlines a 10-year ambulance replacement cycle and addresses EMS revenue and safety improvements.

• Merger of Fire Stations 16 and 17 into one new facility, saving over $12 million in construction costs
• Minimum staffing requirement of 73 suppression personnel per shift and 3 safety officers on duty
• Response time goal: 4 minutes for first unit; 2023 data shows Battalion 2 meeting goal only 74.7% of the time
• EMS revenue: $5.9 million in 2023, up from $4.3 million in 2022
• Plan to retrofit all ambulances with Stryker Power-LOAD systems

The Unified Government Commission held a special meeting to receive a presentation from the Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department and IAFF Local 64 on the first part of a master plan for fire/EMS services. The presentation covered station conditions, staffing, response times, EMS operations, and apparatus replacement. No formal decisions were made; the commission will receive the second part of the plan in the first quarter of 2025.

• Received presentation on KCKFD master plan (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

General

The Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will hold an in-person meeting on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. at the Wyandotte County Research & Extension Office. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no listed discussion or action items.

• In-person meeting at 1216 N. 79th Street, Kansas City, Kansas 66112 (Wildcat Room)

The Areawide Advisory Council meeting was largely informational, with no formal votes or policy decisions. The Leavenworth Council on Aging reported raising its Meals on Wheels donation from $2 to $3, which has generated about $17,000 in donations. The Wyandotte County AAA office is receiving state payments after resolving compliance issues. The next meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2024.

• Approved August meeting minutes as written
• Noted Leavenworth Meals on Wheels donation increase from $2 to $3
• Noted Wyandotte County AAA receiving state payments after compliance resolution

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved an ordinance amending sections on disorderly conduct, drug paraphernalia definitions, and interference with law enforcement, citing state legislative changes and Kansas Supreme Court case law. The committee also approved a resolution on the Community Corrections FY2024 report and held over a $20 million EPA grant resolution for further discussion. All votes were unanimous (5/0).

• Ordinance amending Sections 22-115, 22-314, and 22-346 of the Code of Ordinances (Tracking #21368)
• Resolution approving FY2024 KDOC Community Corrections report (Tracking #21351)
• Resolution for $20 million EPA Environmental Change Grant and MOU with Central Avenue Betterment Association (Tracking #21366) - held over
• Agenda update adding Item No. 3

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved amendments to the Code of Ordinances on disorderly conduct, drug paraphernalia, and interference with law enforcement, all to align with state law. It also adopted a resolution approving the Community Corrections FY2024 report and set over a resolution on a $20 million EPA grant for the CSO 55 project to the next meeting.

• Approved ordinance amendments on disorderly conduct, drug paraphernalia, and interference with law enforcement (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving Community Corrections FY2024 report and advanced to Board of Commissioners (5-0)
• Set over resolution on $20M EPA grant for CSO 55 project to October 28, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved several resolutions, including two federal grants for sexual health education in Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools, a meeting calendar change, and a small ARPA neighborhood grant. The committee also approved one ARPA allocation for park benches and fast-tracked it, but tabled the remaining ARPA allocations for a special meeting.

• Approved $443,426/year federal grant for sexual risk avoidance and mental health curriculum in KCK middle schools
• Approved $84,547/year federal grant with Young Women on the Move for sexual health education in KCK schools
• Approved changing Oct. 31 Board of Commission meeting to Oct. 30, 2024
• Approved $35,778 ARPA Neighborhood Grants disbursement, fast-tracked to Sept. 26 meeting
• Approved $15,000 for All Access Park Benches; tabled $150,000 Village Initiative, $50,000 Old Quindaro Museum, $100,000 warming shelter, and other ARPA items

The Administration and Human Services Committee approved five resolutions, including a $443,426 per year grant for sexual health education in KCK public schools and a backup grant with Young Women on the Move. It also approved amending the meeting calendar to avoid Halloween, restoring $35,778 in neighborhood grants with ARPA funds, and allocating $495,000 in ARPA funds for various projects. The committee tabled the remaining ARPA allocations for a special meeting.

• Approved WYCO SHIFT grant resolution for $443,426/year for 3 years (5-0)
• Approved Young Women on the Move backup grant resolution (5-0)
• Approved resolution amending Oct 31, 2024 meeting to Oct 30 (5-0)
• Approved $35,778 ARPA allocation for 2025 neighborhood grants, fast-tracked (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 for All Access Park Benches, fast-tracked (5-0)
• Tabled remaining ARPA allocations for special meeting (4-1)

General

The Business Development Task Force will meet to discuss concerns about the Neighborhood Resource Center’s (NRC) process for business and developer applications. The meeting follows a September 9 presentation on the Building Inspection Division’s workflow, including recent improvements like electronic plan review and phased project submittals. Members will review delays caused by complex ordinances and multi-stage project submissions.

• Review of September 9, 2024, NRC PowerPoint presentation on Building Inspection Division workflow
• Discussion of concerns or issues with the NRC process that can be addressed
• Review of phased project submittals causing delays (e.g., 28 submissions, 2,628 pages for one project)
• Mention of increased ordinance complexity (energy code, floodplain requirements) affecting development

General

The Government Efficiency Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet on September 19, 2024, to receive updates from committees, review a presentation on the 311 call center, and discuss recommendations. The agenda includes no specific votes or decisions, only discussion items.

• Review of 311 call center presentation
• Open discussion of recommendations
• Updates from committees

General

The Wyandotte County World Cup Readiness Task Force is meeting in a hybrid format to receive updates on KC 2026 and hear from its workgroups. The agenda includes public comments. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• KC 2026 Update
• Workgroup Updates
• Public Comments

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board is meeting to discuss law enforcement issues in Wyandotte County. The agenda includes reports from the police chief and sheriff, a legislative auditor's report on a Police Athletic League audit and a KCKPD VOCA grant request, and general discussion. The board's role is advisory, covering policy, community outreach, and biased policing.

• Police Athletic League audit report
• KCKPD VOCA Grant Request
• Reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet to discuss staff updates on various projects, including a request to rename Waterway Park to Flunder Park, a letter of support for the Waterway Corridor Plan, and stormwater and park improvements to 8th Street, Northrup, and Splitlog Parks. The board will also adopt the agenda and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Request for name change of Waterway Park to Flunder Park
• Request for letter of support for Waterway Corridor Plan by Alyssa Marcy
• Update on stormwater and park improvements to 8th Street, Northrup, and Splitlog Parks
• Community Center and recreation updates
• Park updates

General

The Business Development Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in person to discuss new business. The agenda includes introductions, a presentation of the task force's goals by the chairs, a presentation from the NRC, and open discussion. No formal decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Chairs present goals of task force
• NRC presentation by Greg Talkin and Jim Neath
• Open discussion

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee met on September 9, 2024, and took action on several items. It approved a resolution to accept a $105,680 grant for a walking trail in Kensington Park, and approved an ordinance clarifying the county administrator's powers regarding leases of Unified Government property. The committee held over two items to the next meeting: a resolution to waive certain fees for development east of 55th Street, and a resolution restating the Board's authority to set policy, which was previously denied by the Board.

• Approved resolution to accept $105,680 grant from Kansas Dept. of Wildlife & Parks for a 1/3 mile walking trail in Kensington Park (20% match required)
• Approved ordinance amending UG Code section 2-103 to require board approval for leases of UG property in private economic development projects
• Held over resolution to waive application and permit fees for five years for development east of 55th Street in Kansas City, Kansas
• Held over resolution restating Board authority to set overall policy (previously denied on July 18, 2024)
• Approved minutes from May 8 and June 5, 2023 meetings

The committee approved acceptance of a $105,680 state grant for a walking trail loop in Kensington Park, with a $26,420 county match already budgeted. It also approved an ordinance requiring Board approval for leases of UG property in economic development projects. A resolution to waive development fees east of 55th Street was held over for more clarification, and a resolution on Board policy authority was also held over due to no presenter.

• Approved minutes from May 8 and June 5, 2023 meetings (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of $105,680 Recreation Trails Program grant for Kensington Park walking trail (5-0)
• Approved ordinance requiring Board approval for leases of UG property in economic development projects (5-0)
• Held over resolution on fee waivers for development east of 55th Street (5-0)
• Held over resolution on reinstating Board authority to set overall policy (5-0)

General

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues will meet via Zoom on September 9, 2024, at 5:30pm. The agenda includes approving July meeting minutes, updates on health and equity initiatives, police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues, followed by open discussion. No specific decisions or proposals are listed beyond the minutes approval.

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

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met to review and approve land bank property actions. All items were approved unanimously (5-0) and forwarded to the Land Bank Board of Trustees for final consideration.

• Approved 8 single-family home proposals for land bank transfer, including 1 home at 929 Splitlog Ave and 4 homes at 10 S 34th St
• Approved 2 yard extension property transfers, including 2733 R N 11th St and 645 Ridgeview Ave
• Forwarded all land bank proposals to the Land Bank Board of Trustees for final approval
• Received presentation on Land Bank policy updates (for information only) from Unified Government staff

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee approved several applications for single-family homes and two yard extension property transfers through the Land Bank. The committee also received presentations on Land Bank policy updates, the Brownfield program, and energy policy proposals.

• Approved Land Bank applications for 10 single-family homes (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank property transfers for yard extensions at 2733 R N 11th St and 645 Ridgeview Ave (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 8 and June 5, 2023 meetings (5-0)

General

The Governing Body is holding a special meeting solely to enter two executive sessions: one on employer-employee relations and negotiations, and another for attorney-client privileged consultation on litigation or claims. Both sessions are closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act; no other business is listed.

• Executive session on employer-employee relations and negotiations
• Executive session for consultation with counsel on litigation or claims against the city

The Unified Government Commission met in special session and voted unanimously to enter two executive sessions—one on employer-employee negotiations and one on pending litigation—then extended the litigation session and adjourned. No substantive public decisions were made; all actions were procedural.

• Entered executive session on employer-employee negotiations (8-0)
• Entered executive session on litigation (8-0)
• Extended litigation executive session (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet to review and approve the previous meeting's minutes, receive a budget update for FY 2025, and discuss the DTS Main Street Survey update. The board will also consider its internal structure, including officers, committees, and document storage policies, and plan the 2025 workplan and contracts. This is a regular business meeting with no specific action items listed.

• FY 2025 Budget Update
• DTS Main Street Survey Update
• SSMID Structure: officers, committees, taskforces, document storage
• 2025 Workplan and Contracts

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved three grant resolutions totaling $691,331 for victim services, police fentanyl programs, and sheriff body cameras. The board also heard presentations on potential BPU consolidation savings, Christmas in October, and HomeBUILDERS, and read nine proclamations.

• Approved $388,614 Victims of Crimes Act grant for Victim Services Unit (R-54-24)
• Approved $160,717 JAG grant for KCKPD fentanyl education and drug enforcement (R-55-24)
• Approved $142,000 JAG grant for sheriff body-worn cameras (R-56-24)
• Presentation on potential savings from consolidating Board of Public Utilities into Unified Government
• Proclamations for National Night Out, Hispanic Heritage Month, and others

The Wyandotte County Commission approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions for the FY2025 Victims of Crimes Act Grant, two Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants (for the police and sheriff departments), meeting minutes, and weekly business. The vote was 8-0. The meeting also included informational presentations on potential BPU consolidation savings, Christmas in October, and Hope Builders, but no action was taken on these items.

• Approved FY2025 Victims of Crimes Act Grant resolution (8-0)
• Approved Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for KCK Police Department (8-0)
• Approved Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for Sheriff Department (8-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved weekly business (8-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special meeting on September 4, 2024, at 5:00 PM to discuss ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building. No other agenda items are listed.

• Discussion of ARPA funds allocation
• Hybrid meeting format with public access options

The Commission approved a plan to reallocate approximately $8.8 million in remaining ARPA funds toward public health, capital projects, and public safety. A total of $1,485,177 was directed to the County General Fund for future use. All approved projects must be under contract by December 2024 to avoid returning funds to the federal government.

• Approved $1,055,320 for Health Department TB outbreak response (6-0)
• Approved $1,500,000 for 30 transit bus shelters (6-0)
• Approved $2,000,000 for Willa Gill Homeless Services Facility land and design (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 for Vernon School capital improvements (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 for Heathwood Spray Park reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved $711,165 for Boston Daniels Park improvements (6-0)
• Approved $200,000 for Jail kitchen equipment (6-0)
• Directed $1,485,177 to the County General Fund (6-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a special session on August 29, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the Municipal Office Building. The meeting includes a joint session with the Board of Public Utilities and the Unified Government Commission, followed by a closed executive session regarding real estate acquisition.

• Joint meeting with Board of Public Utilities and Unified Government Commission
• Executive session on real estate acquisition (closed to public)
• Public access via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom

The Unified Government Commission held a special joint meeting with the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) for an informational presentation on BPU operations, finances, and community value. No formal decisions were made during the meeting. The commission entered executive session to discuss a potential land purchase for the Willa Gill Center, but a motion to extend the session failed on a 4-3 vote, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Motion to extend executive session failed (4-3)
• Motion to adjourn approved (7-0)

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners approved multiple planning and zoning items, including zone changes, special use permits, and ordinances. They also approved a $27 million industrial revenue bond for Marshalltown Company and several plats. The meeting included a public hearing and a resolution amending the meeting calendar.

• Approved $27,000,000 Industrial Revenue Bonds for Marshalltown Company at 9822 Leavenworth Road
• Approved zone changes for industrial use at 7102 Holliday Drive, 1930 South 74th Street, and 9400 State Avenue
• Approved special use permits for short-term rentals, automotive repair, and live entertainment
• Approved plats for Widner Estates, Cunningham Acres, Burns Meadows, Hollingsworth Acres, and Mies Family Foods
• Approved ordinance rezoning 1625 South 86th Street to MP-2 Planned General Industrial District

The Board of Commissioners approved the Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda, including multiple special use permits, vacations, and ordinances, with a unanimous 8-0 vote. Three zoning cases (COZ2024-021, COZ2024-022, COZ2024-023) were remanded back to the Planning Commission. The board also approved the regular consent agenda, including the 505 Central Development Agreement amendment and several plats, and approved $27 million in industrial revenue bonds for Marshalltown Company. The ARPA allocations item was withdrawn by the County Administrator for further discussion.

• Approved Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda (8-0)
• Remanded COZ2024-021 to Planning Commission (8-0)
• Remanded COZ2024-022 to Planning Commission (8-0)
• Remanded COZ2024-023 to Planning Commission (8-0)
• Approved regular consent agenda including 505 Central Development Agreement and plats (8-0)
• Approved $27M industrial revenue bonds for Marshalltown Company (8-0)
• Withdrew ARPA allocations item for further discussion
• Approved Land Bank consent agenda (7-1)

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging will hold its August 28 meeting virtually at 10:00 a.m. Members will receive director’s reports for both counties, discuss council concerns, and approve minutes. The next in-person meeting is scheduled for September 25 at the K-State Extension Office.

The council approved the minutes from the May meeting. The session primarily consisted of director reports regarding senior services and upcoming events in Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties.

• Approved May meeting minutes as written

Committee/Task Force

The Community Corrections Adult Advisory Board will meet to approve meeting minutes from April 17, 2024, and discuss the FY 25 budget. The board will also receive updates and consider future meeting locations. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major policy decisions expected.

• Approval of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update and approval of FY 25 budget
• Future meeting location for September 25, 2024

The advisory board approved the FY 25 budget, which includes an additional $304,722.56 in state funding, and accepted the FY 24 Year-End Outcome Report. Both items were approved 6-9, with three members absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY 25 budget with $304,722.56 in additional state funds (6-9)
• Accepted FY 24 Year-End Outcome Report (6-9)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee met on August 26, 2024, and heard presentations from Raising Wyco and the Wyandotte County Health Department on childcare accessibility in the county. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no votes on substantive items and no minutes available for approval.

• Presentation on childcare accessibility by Raising Wyco and Wyandotte County Health Department (Tracking #21311)

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee received presentations on childcare accessibility in Wyandotte County, including statistics on the shortage of slots and its economic impact. Public comments were heard from childcare providers and a parent. The item was for information only, and no formal action was taken. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved three grant resolutions totaling $691,331. These include funding for the Victim Services Unit, fentanyl education and drug enforcement for the police department, and new body cameras for the sheriff's department. All items were approved unanimously with 5-0 votes.

• $388,614 Victims of Crime Act grant for Victim Services Unit, possible 20% match
• $160,717 Edward Byrne JAG grant for fentanyl education and drug enforcement
• $142,000 Edward Byrne JAG grant for sheriff's body cameras and docking stations

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved three resolutions, all by 5-0 votes. It adopted a resolution for a $388,614 federal VOCA grant to fund the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department's Victim Services Unit, requiring a $97,154 match from the Unified Government. It also approved a $160,722 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for fentanyl education and enforcement, and a $142,000 grant for new body-worn cameras for Sheriff's Office personnel. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY2025 VOCA grant resolution for $388,614 (5-0)
• Approved $160,722 JAG grant for fentanyl enforcement (5-0)
• Approved $142,000 JAG grant for body-worn cameras (5-0)

General

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on August 22, 2024, at 9:00 A.M. The public can attend in person at the Neighborhood Resource Center or join via Zoom.

General

The Government Efficiency Taskforce is meeting to receive updates from committees, hear a presentation from 311 on code enforcement and efficiency suggestions, and discuss recommendations. The agenda is substantive, focusing on potential changes to city services.

• Presentation from 311 on code enforcement and manager suggestions for efficiency
• Discussion of recommendations, including prior suggestion to disband 311 and create an Action Center
• Open discussion of budget cuts and community communication strategies

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas Commission will hold a special meeting to consider adopting several budget-related ordinances and resolutions. These include the 2024 amended and 2025 proposed budgets for the city and county, the five-year capital improvement program, the BPU PILOT payment, sewer and solid waste fees, and tax levies for the library and Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District. The meeting is scheduled for August 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM.

• Adoption of 2024 amended and 2025 proposed budgets for Unified Government
• Approval of five-year capital improvement program for FY 2025-2029
• Resolution setting BPU PILOT percentage for FY 2025
• Ordinance establishing sewer service charge rate effective January 1, 2025
• Ordinance amending solid waste fee for residential units

The Unified Government Commission adopted the 2025 budget of $472M, which keeps property tax revenue neutral by lowering mill levies (city from 38.460 to 34.293; county from 37.313 to 33.311) and reduces the residential BPU PILOT from 11.9% to 10.9%. The budget includes a 4% sanitary sewer rate increase and a solid waste fee increase to $19.01 per month. The city and county budgets were approved separately, each by a 6-4 vote, with four commissioners voting against.

• Adopted 2025 city budget of $360M (6-4)
• Adopted 2025 county budget of $113M (6-4)
• Approved BPU PILOT reduction to 10.9% for residential (10-0)
• Approved 4% sanitary sewer rate increase (10-0)
• Approved solid waste fee increase to $19.01/month (7-3)
• Approved Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District budget (9-1)
• Approved Wyandotte County Library budget (10-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board is meeting to receive reports from the police chief and sheriff, and from the legislative auditor on KCKPD civilian IDs and a Police Athletic League audit. The board also discusses minutes and general law enforcement issues. This is a routine advisory meeting with no voting items listed.

• Reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick
• KCKPD Civilian IDs report
• Police Athletic League Audit report
• Discussion of minutes from last meeting

General

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet to adopt the agenda, approve July minutes, hear a visitor, and receive a presentation on the Waterway Corridor Plan from the Planning and Urban Design Department. Staff will give updates on recreation and park projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business listed.

• Waterway Corridor Plan presentation by Alyssa Marcy
• Visitor Louise Lynch requested to speak
• Recreation updates from Shaya Lockett
• Park updates from Vincent Billaci
• Project updates from Angel Ferrara

General

The Wyandotte County Commission is holding a special meeting to receive public input on the amended 2024 and proposed 2025 Unified Government budget. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting consists of call to order, roll call, agenda revisions, the public hearing, and adjournment.

• Public hearing for the 2024 amended and 2025 proposed Unified Government budget (Tracking #21309)

The Commission met to receive public comment on the Amended 2024 and Proposed 2025 budgets. No substantive votes were taken on budget items; a final review and vote are scheduled for August 15, 2024.

• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a special meeting on August 8, 2024, at 5:00 PM for a budget workshop. Following the workshop, an executive session will be held for consultation with counsel on privileged matters such as litigation, which is closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The public can observe or listen via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building.

• Budget workshop for the Unified Government
• Executive session for attorney-client privileged consultation on litigation
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and remote access
• Public observation via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom

The Commission held a budget workshop focusing on the City General Fund, which is proposed as a balanced budget under revenue-neutral property tax guidelines. No final budget was adopted during this meeting, but officials discussed revenue projections, long-range forecasts, and potential funding gaps for public safety.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for litigation consultation (9-0)
• Approved motion to extend Executive Session (9-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (9-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a special hybrid meeting on August 7, 2024, at 5:00 PM for a budget workshop. The public can attend in person at the fifth-floor conference room of the Municipal Office Building or join via Zoom or YouTube.

The commission held a budget workshop to review the County Administrator's proposed $84.9 million balanced budget for 2025, which includes $6.7 million in reductions to close a gap caused by the revenue neutral decision. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the meeting was informational, with discussion on potential cuts to services like trash collection and funding for victim advocates. The commission agreed to hold another special meeting for a line-item review before the August 15 budget adoption.

• No formal decisions made; budget workshop only
• Scheduled additional special meeting for line-item budget review
• Discussed $1.07/month trash fee increase to maintain services
• Discussed funding for two additional DA victim advocates (~$193,500)
• Discussed Sheriff's concerns about underfunded jail costs
• Discussed potential $1M from expiring TIF at Plaza at the Speedway

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues will hold a virtual meeting on August 5, 2024, at 5:30pm. The agenda includes approving the July meeting minutes, followed by updates on health and equity initiatives, police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues, plus open discussion. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be a routine check-in.

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

General

The Community Corrections Adult Advisory Board will meet to review and approve the FY25 budget, and to approve meeting minutes from April 17, 2024. The board will also discuss future meeting locations and receive updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget approval being the main action item.

• Approval of FY25 budget
• Approval of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of future meeting location (September 25, 2024 via Zoom)
• Update on FY25 budget (state funding of $1,934,858.91 awarded)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission received the administrator's presentation on the amended 2024 and proposed 2025 Unified Government budget. The commission also considered the mayor's veto of an ordinance related to the Community Benefits Fund and Home Repairs, referring it back to committee. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including several grants and agreements.

• Mayor's veto of Ordinance O-92-24 (Community Benefits Fund and Home Repairs) referred back to committee
• Approved $800,000 State Avenue Corridor transit improvement agreement with KCATA (plus $200,000 local match)
• Approved $614,000 and $1,000,000 Bureau of Justice body-worn camera grants
• Approved $300,000 crime gun intelligence center grant
• Extended Industrial Revenue Bond deadline for American Royal Project ($250,000,000) to Dec 31, 2024

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2024 Annual Action Plan for HUD grants and extended the industrial revenue bond deadline for the American Royal project. The board also passed a consent agenda including telecom right-of-way permits and a temporary hazardous waste transfer station.

• Approved 2024 Community Development Annual Action Plan (9-0)
• Approved extension of American Royal project industrial revenue bond deadline to Dec 31 (8-1)
• Approved special use permit for 10-day hazardous waste transfer station at 5510 Kansas Avenue (9-0)
• Approved telecom system maintenance in right-of-way for Level 3 and CenturyLink (9-0)
• Approved three Bureau of Justice Assistance grants for body worn cameras and crime gun intelligence (9-0)
• Approved State Avenue Corridor Improvement Plan interlocal agreements with KCTA (9-0)
• Approved MOU with Kansas City Kansas Public Schools (9-0)
• Approved development of Fisher Park Community Center (9-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Community Health, Wellness and Education Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at 6:30 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting: in-person at 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas, or via Zoom webinar
• Zoom webinar link and meeting ID 852 9816 3994, passcode 103922 provided
• Dial-in options for US locations and toll-free numbers listed

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met to review and approve resolutions related to development agreements and industrial revenue bonds. The committee fast-tracked an extension for the American Royal Project's bond issuance deadline to December 31, 2024.

• Second Amendment to 505 Central Development Agreement (completion date extended to March 1, 2028)
• Industrial Revenue Bonds for Marshalltown Company at 9822 Leavenworth Road ($27,000,000)
• Public Hearing for Marshalltown bonds scheduled for August 29, 2024
• Extension of American Royal Project bond deadlines to December 31, 2024 ($250,000,000) and fast-track to August 1 commission meeting

The Economic Development & Finance Committee approved three resolutions: extending the 505 Central development agreement timeline by 18 months, setting a public hearing and approving $27 million in industrial revenue bonds for a Marshalltown Company distribution facility at 9822 Leavenworth Road, and extending the deadline for issuing $250 million in industrial revenue bonds for the American Royal project. All votes were unanimous except for the American Royal extension, which passed 5-1.

• Approved second amendment to 505 Central development agreement, extending commencement to March 1, 2026 and completion to March 1, 2028 (6-0)
• Set public hearing for August 29, 2024 on $27M industrial revenue bonds for Marshalltown facility (6-0)
• Approved issuance of $27M industrial revenue bonds for 200,000 sq ft facility at 9822 Leavenworth Road (6-0)
• Approved extending IRB issuance deadline for American Royal project to December 31, 2024 (5-1)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed and approved several land bank property transfers and sales, a resolution for the 2024 Annual Action Plan, and a land bank policy update. The committee also heard a presentation on an Equity Scorecard. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Ramirez absent.

• Approved sale of 8 single-family homes, 44 multi-family units, and 1 commercial property through the Land Bank
• Approved 5 property transfers from the Unified Government to the Land Bank
• Approved resolution for 2024 Annual Action Plan for CDBG, HOME, and ESG grants, fast-tracked to August 1 commission meeting
• Heard presentation on Equity Scorecard for possible inclusion in Land Bank policy
• Approved Land Bank policy update resolution

The committee approved several Land Bank applications for single-family, multi-family, and commercial properties. It also adopted the draft 2024 Annual Action Plan for HUD funding and fast-tracked it for Board of Commissioners approval. A vote on the Land Bank Policy update was postponed.

• Approved single-family home Land Bank applications A1-A5 (4-0)
• Approved multi-family Land Bank applications B1, B2, and B4 (4-0)
• Approved multi-family Land Bank application B3 with substitutions for 1706 and 1702 Greeley Avenue (4-0)
• Approved commercial Land Bank application C1 and five property transfers from UG to Land Bank (4-0)
• Adopted 2024 Annual Action Plan resolution and fast-tracked to August 1 Board meeting (4-0)
• Postponed vote on Land Bank Policy update

Committee/Task Force

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 9:00 A.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting at Neighborhood Resource Center, 4953 State Avenue, Kansas City, KS
• Zoom webinar available with Meeting ID 869 2675 6618 and passcode 543432

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning & Zoning Commission and Board of Commissioners met to vote on multiple zoning changes, special use permits, and a $17.45 million industrial revenue bond for Mies Wholesale Meats. All consent agenda items passed unanimously except one hazardous material transfer station permit, which failed 4-3.

• Rezoned 1625 S 86th St from MP-1 to MP-2 for a lay-down yard
• Approved $17.45M industrial revenue bonds for Mies Wholesale Meats at 6036 Speaker Rd
• Renewed special use permit for short-term rental at 2504 W 47th Ave for 2 years
• Failed hazardous material transfer station permit at 5510 Kansas Ave (4-3 vote)
• Amended Community Benefits Fund ordinance to include minor home repair program

The Board of Commissioners approved the Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda (7-0), excluding item D9, and the Regular Consent Agenda (7-0). A separate motion to approve a special use permit for a 10-day hazardous material/waste transfer station at 5510 Kansas Avenue failed (4-3). The board also approved a resolution for Mies Wholesale Meats industrial revenue bonds (7-0) and Land Bank options (6-1).

• Approved Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda (7-0), excluding item D9
• Denied special use permit for hazardous waste transfer station at 5510 Kansas Ave (4-3)
• Approved Regular Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Approved Mies Wholesale Meats industrial revenue bonds resolution (7-0)
• Approved Land Bank consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved Land Bank options for two homes (6-1)

Committee/Task Force

The Community Health, Wellness and Education Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 6:30 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting: in-person at 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas
• Virtual participation via Zoom webinar (Meeting ID: 826 7472 5320, Passcode: 267491)
• Dial-in options available for phone participation

General

The Community Corrections Adult Advisory Board will meet to review and approve the FY25 budget, following a state award of $1,934,858.91 for correctional services. The board will also consider meeting minutes from April 17, 2024, and discuss future meeting locations. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget approval being the main action item.

• Approval of FY25 budget, funded at $1,934,858.91 by KDOC
• Review of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Future meetings scheduled for August 28 and September 25, 2024 via Zoom

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved a resolution supporting the development of a community center at Fisher Park, with a presentation by Erin Stryka of the Rosedale Development Association outlining plans and intent to apply for an EPA Community Change Grant. The committee also approved minutes from two prior meetings. The meeting was otherwise routine.

• Resolution to develop Fisher Park Community Center and apply for EPA Community Change Grant
• Presentation by Erin Stryka, Rosedale Development Association
• Approval of standing committee minutes from April 24, 2023 and May 22, 2023

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved a resolution authorizing the County Administrator to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Rosedale Development Association for a proposed community center at Fisher Park. The center would be funded by a potential EPA Community Change Grant, with no local match required. The resolution passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved resolution authorizing County Administrator to sign MOU with Rosedale Development Association for Fisher Park community center (5-0)
• Approved standing committee minutes from April 24, 2023 and May 22, 2023 (4-0)

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved all eight agenda items, including resolutions for the State Avenue Corridor Improvement Plan, telecom franchises for Level 3 and CenturyLink, and several Bureau of Justice Assistance grants. The meeting was brief and procedural, with all votes passing 5-0.

• Approved $800,000 interlocal agreement with KCATA for State Avenue transit improvements, with $200,000 local match from ARPA
• Approved amended agreement adding $200,000 for State Avenue corridor, with $50,000 additional local match
• Granted Level 3 Communications and CenturyLink franchises to operate telecom systems in public right-of-way
• Authorized applications for body-worn camera grants: $614,000 (Category 1) and $1,000,000 (Category 3)
• Approved $300,000 grant application for crime gun intelligence center and MOU with KCK Public Schools for sewer relocation

The committee approved a $1.2 million plan to modernize bus shelters and kiosks along State Avenue. It also authorized several federal grants for police body cameras and gun crime intelligence, and granted telecom franchise rights to Level 3 and CenturyLink.

• Approved $1.2M State Avenue Corridor Improvement Plan with KCATA (5-0)
• Approved franchise ordinance for Level 3 Communications (5-0)
• Approved franchise ordinance for CenturyLink Communications (5-0)
• Approved $614,000 BJA grant for 307 body-worn cameras (5-0)
• Approved $1M BJA grant for digital evidence integration (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 BJA grant for Crime Gun Intelligence Center (5-0)
• Approved MOU with KCK Public Schools for sewer line relocation at Sumner Academy (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 24 and May 22, 2023 (5-0)

General

The Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Government Efficiency Taskforce will meet to receive updates from committees, review a presentation from the Neighborhood Resource Center (NRC) and Code Enforcement, discuss code enforcement issues, and explore potential new roles based on budget information. This is a hybrid meeting open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Review presentation from NRC and Code Enforcement
• Identify and discuss issues with code enforcement
• Discuss potential new roles based on budget information

General

The Juvenile Correctional Advisory Board of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet in a hybrid format to review updates on grant-funded programs, including the Lowriding 2 Success Bike Club, Jegna Klub, Connections to Success, and One Circle. They will also discuss the Juvenile Comprehensive Grant, Reinvestment Grant updates, and the Q4/Annual Juvenile Plan Outcome Report. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the April 18, 2024 meeting.

• Grant program updates: Lowriding 2 Success Bike Club, Jegna Klub, Connections to Success, One Circle
• Juvenile Comprehensive Grant update: Delinquency Prevention (Heartland 180, Inc) and Substance Use Therapy (A Connecting Pointe, LLC)
• Reinvestment Grant updates: Juvenile Services Center Programming and Mental Health Therapy (PACES)
• Q4/Annual Juvenile Plan Outcome Report by Bonnie Mejia
• Approval of minutes from April 18, 2024 meeting

The meeting was informational only; no formal decisions or votes were recorded. Members received updates on various grant programs, including the JCAB grants, the Juvenile Comprehensive Grant, and the Reinvestment Grant, as well as the Q4/Annual Juvenile Plan Outcome Report. The minutes from April 18, 2024, were approved.

• Approved minutes from April 18, 2024

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review old business, including ethics training and website updates, and to continue discussing proposed amendments to the UG Ethics Code. The commission may take a final vote on these amendments. The meeting also includes a public comment session and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Final consideration and potential vote on Ethics Amendments
• Discussion of Ethics Commission powers regarding public and private censure
• Review of monthly report of Administrator
• Status of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Executive session for personnel matters or legal opinions

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission held a special meeting with updates on the City Hall Lofts/City Hall Place projects and voted on a resolution about the Board's policy authority. The resolution to restate the Board's authority to set overall policy was denied, but a motion to require notification before the administrator signs certain development-related documents was approved. The meeting was procedural and included no other major actions.

• Update on City Hall Lofts/City Hall Place projects at 6th & Ann Streets, Kansas City, Kansas (no action taken)
• Resolution to restate Board authority to set overall policy denied 1/7
• Motion approved 8/0 to require Board notification before administrator signs documents involving government property in private development projects
• Meeting adjourned at 6:00 PM

The Board of Commissioners denied a resolution to restate its authority to set overall policy. Instead, the board approved a directive for staff to draft new policy language ensuring the Commission has final oversight regarding the disposition of public property.

• Denied resolution to restate Board of Commissioners' authority to set overall policy (1-7)
• Approved direction for staff to draft policy bolstering Commission oversight of public property disposition (8-0)

General

The Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) board is meeting to discuss its overarching purpose, powers, and duties, review past actions, and consider future actions. The agenda includes a chair transition and public comment, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• SSMID Chair Transition by Mayor Garner
• Review of SSMID purpose, powers, and duties
• Board discussion on past actions
• Board discussion on future actions
• Future meeting schedule and methodology

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas called a special meeting on July 18, 2024, to discuss business development at the City Hall Apartments and City Hall Lofts located at 6th & Ann Streets. This was followed by a budget workshop in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal Office Building.

• Business development discussion at City Hall Apartments and City Hall Lofts, 6th & Ann Streets
• Budget workshop in Commission Chambers, Municipal Office Building, 701 N 7th Street

The Unified Government Commission held a budget workshop to review revenue projections for the 2025 budget under a revenue-neutral policy. Staff presented updated revenue figures showing a combined $17M reduction target across city and county general funds, driven by flat property tax revenue, lower BPU PILOT payments, and increased debt service. No formal decisions were made; the County Administrator will present a recommended budget on August 1, with a public hearing on August 13 and adoption scheduled for August 15.

• No formal votes taken; workshop only
• Scheduled 2025 budget public hearing for August 13
• Scheduled 2025 budget adoption for August 15
• Commission requested 10-15 years of property tax data and analysis of abatements

General

The Community Corrections Adult Advisory Board will meet to approve the FY25 budget and review minutes from April 17, 2024. The board will also discuss future meeting locations. The agenda includes routine items and no major policy decisions.

• Approval of FY25 budget
• Review of April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Future meeting locations: Aug 28 and Sep 25 via Zoom

General

The Wyandotte County Library Board will meet to discuss the Revenue Neutral Rate (RNR) and decide whether to exceed it. If they choose to exceed, they must set a public hearing date; if not, they will submit information to the Clerk by August 23. The meeting is procedural, focusing on this single decision.

• Discuss Revenue Neutral and submit decision to Clerk by July 20
• Option to exceed RNR: set public hearing date between Aug 20 and Sept 20
• Option to not exceed RNR: submit information to Clerk by Aug 23

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County/KCK Commission approved consent agenda items including a $2,000,000 US DOJ grant for community-based violence intervention, donation of fire equipment to Pierceville, KS, and a school resource officer agreement. They also heard presentations on a volunteer recognition card and the Board of Health, and took no action on two housing bond ordinances.

• Approved $2,000,000 grant for violence intervention and prevention (R-36-24)
• Authorized donation of KCK Fire Department equipment to Pierceville, KS (R-35-24)
• Approved school resource officer agreement with Kansas State School for the Blind (R-34-24)
• Vacated utility easement at 7980 State Avenue (O-76-24)
• No action on Terrace Pointe and Legacy at Northeast housing bond ordinances

The Board of Commissioners approved all items on the Consent Agenda in a 9-0 vote. No action was taken on proposed ordinances regarding private activity bonds for two multifamily housing projects.

• Approved donation of equipment from KCK Fire Department to City of Pierceville, KS (9-0)
• Approved Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative Site Based Grant (9-0)
• Approved agreement for a school resource officer (9-0)
• Approved minutes and weekly business (9-0)
• Approved ordinance vacating utility easement at 7980 State Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas (9-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, has scheduled a special session for July 11, 2024. The meeting includes an executive session closed to the public to discuss security for a public body, facility, or information system.

• Special session regarding security of a public body, agency, building, or information system

The Unified Government Commission met in special session solely to hold an executive session on security matters. No substantive decisions were made; the commission voted to enter and then exit the executive session, and adjourned.

• Approved motion to enter executive session on security measures (10-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (10-0)

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes welcome, reading of minutes, reports from the police chief and sheriff, a report from the legislative auditor, and general discussion. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick
• Report from Law Enforcement Legislative Auditor
• General discussion on law enforcement issues

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet to hear staff updates regarding recreation and park projects. The meeting includes reports from the Parks and Recreation Director, Assistant Directors, and various staff members.

• Recreation updates from Shaya Lockett
• Park updates from Vincent Billaci
• Project updates from Angel Ferrara
• Review of previous meeting minutes from June 12, 2024

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee met to vote on several development agreements and bond issuances. The committee approved amendments for the Homefield project and the Village East STAR Bond District, and authorized $17,450,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Mies Wholesale Meats. Members also held a discussion regarding the City Hall Lofts/City Hall Place projects.

• Third Amendment to the Homefield project development agreement
• First Amendment to the Village East STAR Bond District tax distribution agreement
• $17,450,000 in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Mies Wholesale Meats at 6036 Speaker Road
• Discussion of proposed development at 805 and 810 N. 6th Street

The committee approved three resolutions: two amendments redirecting 100% of Menards' sales tax revenue to repay the existing $115 million 2022 STAR Bonds for the Homefield project (both 6-0), and a resolution authorizing $17,450,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Mies Wholesale Meats, including a 10-year graduated PILOT and sales tax exemption (5-1). A discussion item on City Hall Lofts/City Hall Place was informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved third amendment to Homefield development agreement, redirecting 100% of Menards' sales tax to bond repayment (6-0)
• Approved first amendment to Village East STAR Bond tax distribution agreement, also redirecting 100% of Menards' sales tax to bond repayment (6-0)
• Approved $17,450,000 industrial revenue bonds for Mies Wholesale Meats with 10-year graduated PILOT and sales tax exemption (5-1, Lopez opposed)

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee reviewed several Land Bank property applications for single-family, multi-family, and commercial use. The committee also approved an ordinance to allow the Minor Home Repair Program to use funds from the Community Benefits Fund.

• Review of 17 single-family home Land Bank applications
• Review of 8 multi-family unit Land Bank applications
• Review of 1 commercial Land Bank application at 834 Scott Ave
• Ordinance amending Section 27-801 to include the Minor Home Repair Program as an eligible expenditure for the Community Benefits Fund
• Presentation regarding Livable Neighborhoods programs

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved most Land Bank options for single-family and multi-family homes and one commercial lot, while holding two single-family applications (A2 and A3) until July 29, 2024 at the request of a neighborhood group. The committee also approved an ordinance amendment clarifying the Minor Home Repair Program as an eligible use of the Community Benefits Fund, with two wording/date corrections. A Livable Neighborhoods presentation was given; no action was taken on it.

• Approved Land Bank items A1 and A4 through A15 (single-family homes), with A6, A14, A15 removed earlier at applicant request (5-0)
• Held items A2 and A3 to the July 29, 2024 NCD meeting at the request of the Oak Grove Neighborhood Association (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank multi-family items B1, B2, and B4; B3 was removed earlier at applicant request (5-0)
• Approved Land Bank commercial item C1 (Leyva's Lawncare, 834 Scott Ave.) (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending the Community Benefits Fund to name the Minor Home Repair Program as an eligible expenditure, with changes: effective date January 1, 2024 (not October 1, 2024) and retaining 'repair' in the program name (5-0)
• Received a Livable Neighborhoods update presentation; no action taken
• Adjourned at 8:09 p.m. (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues will hold a meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes discussions on health and equity, law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing.

• Approval of April meeting minutes
• Health and Equity Taskforce updates
• Discussion on police and law enforcement
• Discussion on systemic racism
• Discussion on housing and landlord/tenant issues

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session on June 27, 2024, at 5:00 PM for a budget workshop. The meeting is hybrid, with public observation available via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person at the Municipal Office Building. No specific budget items are listed in the agenda.

• Special session for budget workshop
• Hybrid format with public access via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in-person

The Unified Government Commission held a special budget workshop to discuss the 2025 budget and the process for setting property tax rates. Staff presented information on revenue projections and requests from constitutional offices, but no tax rates were set and no budget was approved. The Commission adjourned without voting on the resolution to exceed the revenue neutral rate, which is scheduled for a later regular session.

• No substantive decisions made; meeting was a budget workshop
• Commission adjourned (8-0 vote)
• Resolution to exceed revenue neutral rate deferred to regular session
• Constitutional offices presented budget needs but no funding approved

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners and Planning & Zoning Commission met to decide on several land use applications and local ordinances. Key actions included the creation of a Community Improvement District for the Kaw River Bridge and various rezoning requests.

• Creation of the Kaw River Bridge Community Improvement District and associated sales tax
• Approval of rezoning for 9407 Main Street to Planned Heavy Industrial District
• Approval of a new HR policy regarding the use of take-home vehicles
• Approval of 2024 Hollywood Casino grant fund disbursements
• Approval of several Special Use Permits for short-term rentals and event spaces

The Unified Government Commission passed a resolution to set the revenue neutral rate and approved the creation of a 2% Community Improvement District for the Kaw River Bridge project. The commission also handled multiple planning and zoning applications, passed several honorary proclamations, and reviewed land bank property matters during a meeting that adjourned at 2:20 AM.

• Approved resolution not to exceed revenue neutral rate (9-0)
• Approved Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda (8-0)
• Approved change of zone for COZ2024-004 with max 3 horses and amended conditions (7-1)
• Denied Special Use Permit SP2024-014 (8-0)
• Returned Special Use Permit SP2024-027 to Planning Commission (8-0)
• Created Kaw River Bridge Community Improvement District with 2% sales tax (8-0)
• Approved Commissioner Davis travel request (8-0)
• Approved Land Bank property transfers and remaining items (6-2)

Committee/Task Force

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force will hold a meeting in a hybrid format. The agenda contains only procedural notice information regarding the meeting time, location, and virtual access details.

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council is meeting virtually to discuss concerns and receive director reports on aging services in Wyandotte and Leavenworth counties. The agenda includes approval of minutes, council concerns, and a director's report, but no specific votes or decisions are listed. The meeting is largely procedural, with updates on grants, events, and program changes.

• Grant of $1,000 from Fort Leavenworth Spouses Club for incontinence supplies
• Application for $2,100 Emergency Food and Shelter Program grant
• Request for $15,000 Meals on Wheels Loves Pets grant
• Request for $25,000 Meals on Wheels Meeting Unmet Needs grant
• New vendor Moms Meals now serving all 300+ Meals on Wheels clients

The Areawide Advisory Council approved the May meeting minutes as written. The meeting adjourned after staff reported on community programs and training, with no substantive policy decisions or votes recorded. A subsequent notice indicates the July 24 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved May meeting minutes as written
• No substantive decisions or votes recorded

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration & Human Services Standing Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, June 24, 2024, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved three resolutions: donating fire equipment to Pierceville, accepting a $2,000,000 US DOJ grant for community violence intervention with no matching funds, and an agreement with Kansas State School for the Blind for a school resource officer. All items passed 4-0; two members were absent.

• Resolution authorizing donation of KCK Fire Department equipment to Pierceville, KS
• Resolution accepting up to $2,000,000 US DOJ grant for community-based violence intervention (no matching funds)
• Resolution approving school resource officer agreement with Kansas State School for the Blind

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved three items on June 24, 2024. It authorized donating a 1973 KCK Fire Department Water Tender to Pierceville, KS, and approved accepting a federal grant of up to $2,000,000 for a community violence intervention and prevention initiative with no matching funds. It also approved a school resource officer agreement with the Kansas State School for the Blind, invoiced at $76,513.11. All votes were 4-0, with Commissioners Kane and BPU Board Member Henry absent.

• Approved donation of a 1973 KCK Fire Department Water Tender to Pierceville, KS (4-0)
• Approved accepting a US Department of Justice community violence intervention grant of up to $2,000,000, no match required (4-0)
• Approved a school resource officer agreement with the Kansas State School for the Blind, invoiced at $76,513.11 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from March 27, 2023 (4-0)
• Adjourned at 5:17 p.m. (4-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County World Cup Readiness Task Force will hold a hybrid meeting on June 20, 2024. The agenda provided contains only the meeting notice and logistical information.

General

The Government Efficiency Taskforce of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a meeting on June 20, 2024. The meeting is scheduled to be conducted in a hybrid format, allowing for both in-person and virtual attendance.

• Government Efficiency Taskforce meeting

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Library Board is meeting to approve the May 21, 2024 meeting notes and discuss new business, including library budget requests from branches and overall budget discussions. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person at the South Branch Library.

• Approve meeting notes from May 21, 2024
• Library budget requests from library branches
• Budget discussion

Committee/Task Force

The Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) Board will meet to discuss and vote on the 2025 action plan and final budget proposal. The agenda includes public input periods and a vote on the budget. The board will also discuss future items beyond 2026, such as establishing an executive board and creating bylaws.

• Vote on 2025 action plan
• Vote on 2025 final budget proposal
• Public intervention periods for action plan and budget
• Discussion of beyond 2026 agenda: executive board, bylaws, strategic plan, visioning committees

General

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in person and via Zoom on June 12, 2024, at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes welcoming remarks, reading of minutes, reports from the police chief and sheriff, a report from the legislative auditor, and general discussion. The board's duties include advising on law enforcement problems and serving as a liaison between police, sheriff, and the public.

• Reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick
• Report from Law Enforcement Legislative Auditor
• General discussion on law enforcement issues

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet to hear presentations on improving parks and community centers, and on park and stormwater improvements from Public Works. The board will also receive staff updates on recreation and park projects. The agenda is largely routine, with no old business and no public correspondence listed.

• Presentation: Safe Parks & Community Centers improvement initiative
• Presentation: Park and Stormwater Improvements by Public Works
• Staff updates on recreation, parks, and projects
• Adoption of agenda and approval of May 8, 2024 minutes

Committee/Task Force

The Environmental Sustainability and Green Energy Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics—location, Zoom access, and dial-in numbers—with no listed agenda items or decisions. Residents can attend in person at the Municipal Office Building or via Zoom.

• Hybrid meeting at 6:00 P.M. on June 11, 2024
• In-person location: 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, Kansas
• Zoom webinar available with Meeting ID 856 8129 0153 and passcode 554061
• No agenda items or action items listed in the notice

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special executive session on June 6, 2024, at 4:30 PM to consult with legal counsel regarding litigation. This session is closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The budget workshop originally scheduled for 5:00 PM has been rescheduled to a later date.

• Closed executive session for legal consultation on litigation
• Budget workshop rescheduled to a later date

The Unified Government Commission met in special session solely to hold an executive session for attorney consultation on pending litigation. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was adjourned after the closed session.

• Entered executive session for litigation consultation (8-0)
• Extended executive session to 5:30 p.m. (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:32 p.m. (8-0)

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Commission approved several resolutions, including waiving infill housing fees east of 78th Street, authorizing an MOU with IBEW Local 53, and accepting a KDHE grant. They also held a public hearing on the 2025 budget process and heard presentations from neighboring mayors.

• Resolution R-27-24 waiving infill housing fees east of 78th Street for 2, 5, or 10 years (approved 7/1)
• Resolution R-28-24 authorizing MOU with IBEW Local 53, effective Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2026 (approved 8/0)
• Resolution R-29-24 accepting KDHE All Hands on Deck grant up to $100,000 for drug-endangered children (approved 8/0)
• Public hearing on 2025 budget process
• Approved plats for McKinney Acres, Bettis Business Park, Kelly's Farm, and Martiny Farm

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to waive several residential construction fees for a five-year period to encourage infill housing. The board also approved a three-year pay raise agreement for electrical workers and several land plats.

• Approved waiving building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, driveway, and sewer connection fees for new residential construction east of 78th Street (7-1)
• Approved three-year pay raise program (3% annually for 2024, 2025, and 2026) for International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local #53 (8-0)
• Approved honorary street name to honor Chester C. Owens, Jr. and Lillie Owens (8-0)
• Approved FY 2024 KDHE All Hands-on Deck Grant (8-0)
• Approved McKinney Acres plat (8-0)
• Approved Bettis Business Park plat (8-0)
• Approved Kelly's Farm plat (8-0)
• Approved Martiny Farm plat (8-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues is holding a routine virtual meeting. The agenda includes approving the April meeting minutes, followed by updates on health equity, police/law enforcement, systemic racism, and housing/landlord-tenant issues, plus open discussion. No specific proposals or votes are listed beyond the minutes approval.

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

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Wyandotte County Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee met to review housing and land management items. The committee approved a 5-year fee waiver for new residential infill construction east of 78th Street and reviewed numerous Land Bank property applications.

• Resolution waiving infill housing fees east of 78th Street for 5 years
• Approval of 179 single-family home Land Bank options
• Approval of 6 multi-family unit Land Bank options
• Approval of 1 commercial Land Bank option
• Resolution approving Land Bank policy updates

The committee approved a resolution waiving infill housing fees east of 78th Street for five years, with a two-year report, and fast-tracked it to the full commission. It also approved 179 Land Bank home options, 6 multi-family units, 1 commercial property, and a property transfer, plus a major 166-home factory-built housing project by Burcham Residential. The Land Bank Policy was updated to include holds with maintenance requirements, staffing recommendations, and annual updates.

• Approved 5-year infill housing fee waiver east of 78th St with 2-year report (4-0)
• Approved Land Bank options: 179 single-family homes, 6 multi-family units, 1 commercial (4-0)
• Approved Burcham Residential 166-home factory-built housing project (4-0)
• Approved Land Bank property transfer (4-0)
• Approved Land Bank Policy update with holds, staffing, annual updates (4-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee reviewed the first quarter 2024 investment report. The committee also approved a resolution to set a public hearing regarding the Northwest Speedway STAR Bond District.

• Presentation of the First Quarter 2024 investment report
• Resolution setting a public hearing for the American Royal Development Project
• Proposed STAR Bond District Plan amendments for Northwest Speedway STAR Bond District

The committee approved a resolution setting a public hearing for the Amended and Restated STAR Bond District Plan and project plans for the American Royal development, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. The hearing will be held at the June 27 full commission meeting. The committee also received the First Quarter 2024 Investment Report for information only, noting $2.3 million in interest earned.

• Approved resolution setting public hearing for American Royal STAR Bond project (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Received First Quarter 2024 Investment Report for information only

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Unified Government Board of Commissioners and Planning & Zoning Commission met to decide on multiple land use applications and development agreements. Key actions included approving several rezoning requests, special use permits, and resolutions related to the Kaw River Bridge and Rock Island Bridge projects.

• Resolution to increase Rock Island Bridge Industrial Revenue Bonds from $13,000,000 to $17,000,000
• Approval of a new C-Store, retail shops, and gas station at 1200 Central Avenue
• Resolution establishing a common consumption area for alcohol at the Rock Island Bridge
• Approval of an ordinance updating mobile vending operations code
• Approval of a resolution for the Kaw River Bridge Community Improvement District

The Board of Commissioners voted 2-6 against adopting the First Amendment to the Downtown Campus Development Agreement, which would have changed how the developer accesses pursuit and pre-development costs. The commission approved the Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda (7-0) with several items set aside, and passed an ordinance updating mobile vending regulations (7-1).

• Rejected First Amendment to Downtown Campus Development Agreement (2-6)
• Approved Planning & Zoning Consent Agenda items (7-0)
• Returned COZ2023-035 (Ryan Denk) to July Planning Commission (8-0)
• Returned SP2023-117 (Ryan Denk) to July Planning Commission (8-0)
• Approved COZ2024-010 (Alicia Vann) (8-0)
• Approved MPL2024-005 (Alicia Vann) (8-0)
• Approved SP2023-122 (Andrew Mall) for one year (6-3)
• Adopted mobile vending ordinance with music ban removed (7-1)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special session for presentations on ARPA updates and the end of the 2023-24 winter warming shelter season. The shelter report details operations, costs, and outcomes, including 150 guests served and 25 placed in housing. An executive session on litigation will follow, closed to the public.

• Winter shelter served 150 guests, with 669 bed nights and a peak census of 64 on Jan 16, 2024
• 25 shelter guests found secure housing
• Total winter shelter budget for 2023-24: $150,000 ($85,000 CDBG-PS grant, $65,000 general funds)
• Cross-Lines expenses totaled $92,298.76 reimbursed and $21,381.00 non-reimbursed
• Executive session on litigation closed to the public

The Unified Government Commission held a special meeting on May 30, 2024, receiving presentations on the 2023-24 winter warming shelter and an update on American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds. No new funding was approved; the Commission went into executive session on litigation and adjourned. The shelter, operated by Cross-Lines, was open 15 nights, served 150 unique individuals, and cost $150,000, with $85,000 from CDBG and $65,000 from General Funds. ARPA funds total $87.5 million, with about $46 million spent to date; staff said all funds will be under contract by December 31, 2024.

• No new funding decisions made; presentations only
• Executive session held on litigation; no action taken
• Meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m.

Committee/Task Force

The Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) advisory board is meeting to discuss the current state of the Downtown District and to consider recommendations for the 2025 action plan and budget. The agenda includes public comment periods and input from the district administrator. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the board is reviewing and recommending.

• 2025 Action Plan recommendation
• 2025 budget allocation recommendation
• Public intervention for the 2025 Action Plan and projected budget
• Administrator (DTS) input on the 2025 Action Plan and budget

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 hybrid meeting on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 4:00 PM. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details; no specific agenda items are listed.

• Hybrid meeting: in-person at Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS, or via Zoom webinar
• Zoom Meeting ID: 891 1879 3507, Passcode: 628003
• Phone dial-in options provided for US locations

Committee/Task Force

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a hybrid meeting on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 9:00 A.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be discussed.

• Hybrid meeting at Neighborhood Resource Center, 4953 State Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas
• Zoom webinar available with Meeting ID 869 2675 6618 and passcode 543432

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging is meeting virtually to discuss senior services, including the impact of an $8 million cut to Meals on Wheels, transportation challenges, and the upcoming RFP for a meal delivery provider. The agenda includes routine items like call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and director's reports from both counties.

• $8 million cut to Meals on Wheels program discussed
• Senior transportation difficulties, including a $25 fare incident
• RFP for Meal Delivery Provider to be held in May
• Utility Tax/Sales Tax Rebates ended March 31; 100 filings completed
• Second Town Hall/Public Hearing scheduled for August 8, 2024

The Areawide Advisory Council of the Wyandotte/Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging met on May 22, 2024, and approved the April meeting minutes as written. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports from directors on programs, grants, and events, plus announcements about upcoming meetings and staff changes.

• Approved April meeting minutes as written

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Library Board will meet in person to approve February meeting notes and receive presentations on the Revenue Neutral Rate and the Unified Government budget timeline. The agenda also includes library reports from KCK, Turner, and Bonner Springs branches. No votes on substantive policy are scheduled.

• Approve meeting notes from February 20, 2024
• Overview of Revenue Neutral Rate by Jeff Conway
• Overview of UG Budget Timeline by Reginald Lindsey
• Library reports from KCK, Turner, and Bonner Springs

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee met to discuss a state grant and hear a public appearance. The committee approved a resolution to accept grant funds for improving child safety responses.

• Resolution to accept up to $100,000.00 Kansas Department of Health and Environment grant
• Public appearance by Thomas Barnes regarding KCK Police Department and Animal Control

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved a resolution to accept a $100,000 Kansas Department of Health and Environment grant for the Drug Endangered Children (DECK) program, which will fund youth programs, care bags, a fentanyl awareness video, and officer training. The committee also heard public comments from Thomas Barnes regarding police and animal control issues, which were noted for information only. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved acceptance of $100,000 KDHE All Hands On Deck grant (4-0)
• Heard public comment from Thomas Barnes on police and animal control; no action taken

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Administration & Human Services Standing Committee met to review updates to the Human Resource Guide. The committee approved a new Take Home Vehicle Policy but did not pass proposed revisions to the Residency Requirement Policy.

• Approval of Take Home Vehicle Policy (Resolution 21104)
• Failed motion to revise Residency Requirement Policy regarding Chief Executive/Mayor authority and timeline changes

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee voted 3-1 to approve updates to the Human Resources Guide, including revisions to the Residency Requirement Policy and a new Take-Home Vehicle Policy. However, the residency policy update failed because it required four votes. The committee then unanimously approved the new Take-Home Vehicle Policy.

• Residency policy update failed (3-1) - needed 4 votes
• Take-Home Vehicle Policy approved (4-0)

General

This is a special meeting of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, held as a budget workshop. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and participation details, with no specific budget items listed. The public can attend in person or via Zoom, YouTube, or UGTV.

• Budget workshop scheduled for May 16, 2024, at 5:00 PM
• Hybrid format: in-person at Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Public access via Zoom webinar ID 810 8420 6851, YouTube, or UGTV

The Commission conducted a budget workshop to review the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process and proposed projects. No substantive votes were taken on specific projects; the session focused on funding strategies, debt management, and infrastructure needs.

• Held budget workshop to review CIP process and proposed projects
• Discussed updating the Debt Management Policy (last updated March 2019)
• Reviewed proposed $14.9M Courthouse Rehabilitation Project
• Reviewed proposed $6.5M City Hall Stabilization project
• Discussed proposed $10M KCKPD West Patrol construction
• Discussed proposed $13M Fire Station #20 construction
• Reviewed $1.5M KDOT grant for 55th & Metropolitan intersection improvements

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review and potentially vote on proposed amendments to the UG Ethics Code, including items sent from the Mayor's Office. The commission will also discuss ethics training, the commission website, and the status of code revisions. The meeting includes a public comment session and an executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Final consideration and potential final vote on Ethics Amendments
• Discussion of proposed changes to UG Ethics Code from Mayor's Office
• Review of monthly report of Administrator
• Ethics training sessions and schedule
• Discussion and review of UG Ethics Commission Website

Committee/Task Force

The Government Efficiency Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 4:00 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, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS, or via Zoom webinar
• Zoom webinar link and meeting ID 891 0652 1289 with passcode 625583 provided
• Dial-in numbers for US locations and toll-free options provided

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee approved an ordinance to regulate mobile vending vehicles in the public right-of-way. The decision establishes specific operating hours, site time limits, and parking rules. A revised Land Bank Policy resolution was removed from the agenda.

• Ordinance approving changes to mobile vending operations (Tracking #: 21108)
• Mobile vending hours: 8 AM–11 PM Sunday–Thursday; 8 AM–12 AM Friday–Saturday
• Mobile vending site limit: maximum of 8 hours per site with no overnight storage
• New penalty for unlawful dumping of garbage by mobile vendors
• Removal of Land Bank Policy resolution from the agenda

The Neighborhood & Community Development Committee approved amendments to the mobile vending ordinance, setting operating hours, parking duration, distance from food establishments, and other restrictions. The ordinance was adopted with amendments and fast-tracked to the next full commission meeting. The land bank policy resolution was removed from the agenda.

• Approved operating hours 8am-11pm Sun-Thu, 8am-midnight Fri-Sat (5-0)
• Approved 8-hour parking limit at one site, overnight storage prohibited (5-0)
• Approved 100-foot distance from food establishment parcel (5-0)
• Approved no flashing lights directed at public right-of-way (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance with amendments, fast-tracked to full commission (4-1, Ramirez opposed)
• Removed land bank policy resolution from agenda

Committee/Task Force

The Self-Supporting Municipal Improvement District Advisory Board will meet to discuss the current state of the Downtown District. The meeting includes discussions regarding the 2025 Action Plan recommendation and the projected 2025 budget allocation.

• 2025 Action Plan recommendation
• 2025 projected budget discussion
• 2025 budget allocation recommendation
• Downtown District status report

Committee/Task Force

The Solid Waste Management Committee of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will meet on May 9, 2024, to discuss updates on the annual KDHE Solid Waste Plan, the Carts Program planning and community outreach, and data used to evaluate the program. They will also review 2024 priorities from the Solid Waste Management Plan. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Update on Board of Commissioners approval of Annual KDHE Solid Waste Plan Report
• Update on Carts Program planning efforts and community outreach communication plan
• Discussion about data used to evaluate the carts program
• Review of Solid Waste Management Plan priorities for 2024 (Appendix A)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet on May 8, 2024, to hear a presentation from Vireo about Boston Daniels Park and a presentation from staff on recreation challenges. The board will also receive updates on recreation, parks, and projects. The agenda is largely informational, with no votes scheduled on substantive items.

• Boston Daniels Park presentation by Vireo
• Recreation challenges presentation by Shaya Lockett
• Recreation updates (summer camps, events)
• Park updates by Vincent Billaci
• Project updates by Angel Ferrara

Committee/Task Force

The Law Enforcement Advisory Board will hold a meeting to discuss the year-end report. The agenda includes reports from Chief Oakman and Sheriff Soptick, as well as a report from the Law Enforcement Legislative Auditor.

• Discussion of year-end report
• Reports from Chief Oakman
• Reports from Sheriff Soptick
• Report from Law Enforcement Legislative Auditor

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County Advisory Commission on Human Relations and Disability Issues will hold a meeting via Zoom. 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

Full Commission

The Wyandotte County Full Commission approved several major economic development items, including bond issuances for Community Improvement Districts. The Commission also adopted a resolution for industrial revenue bonds related to the Homefield Atlas 9 museum.

• Approved $15 million in tax-exempt CID sales tax revenue bonds (Series 2024A)
• Approved $25 million in taxable CID sales tax revenue bonds (Series 2024B)
• Adopted resolution for Atlas 9 industrial revenue bonds up to $30,000,000
• Adopted Second Amendment to the Homefield Project development agreement
• Authorized transfer of real estate titles to Kansas City Housing Authority

The Unified Government Commission approved a consent agenda and four economic development items, including a second amendment to the Homefield Project development agreement and two Community Improvement District bond authorizations totaling $40 million. A motion to have Mr. Lanier return for future discussion failed 3-6. The meeting also included a BPU presentation, a proclamation, and extensive public comment, with no action taken on those items.

• Approved consent agenda (9-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Homefield Project development agreement (9-0)
• Approved Community Improvement District Series 2024A bonds, $15 million (9-0)
• Approved Community Improvement District Series 2024B bonds, $25 million (9-0)
• Approved Atlas 9 industrial revenue bonds resolution (9-0)
• Motion to have Mr. Lanier return for future discussion failed 3-6
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is holding a special hybrid meeting on May 2, 2024, at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes a presentation from the County Administrator, followed by an executive session on personnel, which is closed to the public under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The public can observe the open portion via YouTube, UGTV, or Zoom.

• Presentation from the County Administrator
• Executive session on personnel (closed to public)
• Hybrid format: in-person at 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS, and online via Zoom/YouTube/UGTV

The Unified Government Commission heard a comprehensive update from County Administrator David Johnston regarding personnel, budget, and infrastructure. No substantive legislative actions were taken during the open session. The Commission entered two executive sessions to discuss the job performance of the County Administrator.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session regarding County Administrator job performance (9-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene Executive Session regarding County Administrator job performance (9-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Community Health, Recreation, and Wellness Task Force will hold a meeting on April 30, 2024. The agenda does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

Neighborhood & Community Development Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Development Standing Committee approved land bank property transfers and reviewed policy updates, including a presentation on food truck regulations. The meeting was held on April 29, 2024, with all members present except Commissioner Townsend.

• Approved 14 single-family homes, 6 multi-family units, and 1 commercial property for land bank (Tracking #2153)
• Approved 1 transfer from UG to Land Bank (Tracking #2154)
• Reviewed land bank policy updates on gardens, yard extensions, and holds (Tracking #2155)
• Presentation on food truck policy options (Sections 32-188 and 27-620) (Tracking #2197)

The committee approved all Land Bank applications and property transfers in a single 4-0 vote, sending them to the Land Bank Board of Trustees for final consideration. A food truck policy presentation was information only, with no vote; the Mayor's Office proposed extending operating hours to 7 a.m.–2 a.m. daily and banning parking within 100 feet of a restaurant's front door. The Land Bank policy update on gardens, yard extensions, and holds was also information only, with another meeting planned for May.

• Approved all Land Bank applications and property transfers (4-0), forwarding them to the Land Bank Board of Trustees
• Approved March 6, 2023 standing committee minutes (4-0)
• Food truck policy presentation: information only, no vote
• Land Bank policy update (gardens, yard extensions, holds): information only, no vote
• Adjourned at 9:11 p.m. (4-0)

Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

The Economic Development and Finance Standing Committee reviewed and approved several resolutions and ordinances, including bond issuances for community improvement districts and industrial revenue bonds. Items were fast-tracked to the May 2, 2024, full commission meeting. The committee also received updates on the 4th & Minnesota redevelopment and the 2023 fourth quarter investment report.

• Approved ordinance authorizing $15 million in tax-exempt CID sales tax revenue bonds (Series 2024A)
• Approved ordinance authorizing $25 million in taxable CID sales tax revenue bonds (Series 2024B)
• Approved resolution of intent to issue up to $30,000,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Homefield Atlas 9 museum (sales tax exemption only)
• Approved resolution for Kaw River Bridge Community Improvement District, calling for a public hearing on CID sales tax
• Approved ordinance establishing a common consumption area at Rock Island Bridge

The committee approved all action items, including the second amendment to the Homefield development agreement (replacing Big Shots Golf with Top Golf), authorization of $15M and $25M CID bonds, and $30M in IRBs for Atlas 9, all fast-tracked to the May 2 full commission. Also approved were the Kaw River Bridge third amendment, a CID public hearing resolution, an IRB increase to $17M, and a common consumption area for the bridge. The 2023 Q4 investment report was presented for information only.

• Approved second amendment to Homefield development agreement (5-0)
• Approved $15M CID bonds Series 2024A (5-0)
• Approved $25M CID bonds Series 2024B (5-0)
• Approved $30M IRBs for Atlas 9 (5-0)
• Approved Kaw River Bridge third amendment (5-0)
• Approved resolution setting CID public hearing for June 27 (5-0)
• Approved IRB increase from $13M to $17M for Rock Island Bridge (5-0)
• Approved common consumption area for Rock Island Bridge (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Livable Neighborhoods Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, is meeting in a hybrid format. The agenda includes a guest speaker presentation, followed by updates from various city and county departments, community announcements, and closing remarks. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Guest speaker presentation
• Updates from Mayor's Office, KCK Police Department, Sheriff's Department, and other agencies
• Community announcements period

Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

The Wyandotte County Planning & Zoning and Board of Commissioners meeting on April 25, 2024, included a consent agenda with several zoning changes and special use permits, most approved with 6-1 votes (Lopez dissenting). Non-consent items, including a 132-unit apartment complex and a 174-unit garden apartment complex, were held over for 30 days. The board also approved resolutions, grants, and proclamations.

• Denied change of zone for convenience store/fueling station at 9611 State Avenue (7-0)
• Approved change of zone for urgent care facility at 9400 State Avenue (6-1)
• Held over 132-unit apartment complex at 5901/5945 Parallel Parkway for 30 days
• Held over 174-unit garden apartment complex at 1300 North 59th Street for 30 days
• Approved amendments to Master Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Corp (R-17-24)

The Board of Commissioners approved the Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda (6-1) and the Regular Consent Agenda (7-0), which included resolutions on equipment leasing and a development agreement. Several zoning and special use permit items were tabled for 30 days to the next meeting, including a rezoning with a protest petition. The commission also approved two Kansas Department of Corrections grants for adult and juvenile community corrections programs.

• Approved Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda (6-1)
• Approved Regular Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Approved FY25 Adult Community Corrections grant (7-0)
• Approved FY25 Juvenile Community Corrections grant (7-0)
• Approved Reach Foundation Board reappointment (7-0)
• Tabled COZ2023-024 and MPL2023-012 for 30 days (7-0)
• Tabled COZ2024-004 for 30 days (7-0)
• Tabled SP2023-122 for 30 days (6-2)

General

This is a special meeting of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, held in hybrid format on April 25, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The sole purpose is a legislative update, with no specific agenda items or action items listed. The public can observe via YouTube, UGTV, Zoom, or in person.

• Special session for legislative update
• Hybrid format: in-person at Municipal Office Building, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Public access via Zoom webinar ID 815 2491 3911

The Unified Government Commission met in special session to receive a legislative update from lobbyist Paul Davis. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken during the meeting; it was informational only. The meeting adjourned after the presentation and a brief Q&A.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:55 p.m. (7-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Areawide Advisory Council will meet in person to discuss agency reports and council concerns. The agenda includes reports from directors regarding Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties.

• Public hearing scheduled for April 17 at Leavenworth Council on Aging
• Public hearing scheduled for April 23 at Armourdale Community Center
• Discussion of $60,000 monthly cost for Mom's Meals provider

The Areawide Advisory Council met and approved the March minutes. Members discussed concerns including an $8 million cut to Meals on Wheels, difficulties seniors face accessing transportation, and utility tax rebate notification issues. The director reported on the April 23 public hearing and an upcoming RFP for a meal delivery provider. No formal votes or policy decisions were made.

• Approved March meeting minutes as written
• Discussed $8M Meals on Wheels funding cut (no action)
• Discussed senior transportation difficulties (no action)
• Noted utility tax rebate mailers sent in January (no action)
• Scheduled next meeting for May 22, 2024

Public Works & Safety Standing Committee

The Public Works & Safety Standing Committee approved grant requests to the Kansas Department of Corrections for adult and juvenile community corrections. These grants require no local funds or matching amounts. The committee also received an update on the Solid Waste Management Plan.

• FY25 Adult Community Corrections Kansas Department of Corrections Grant approval
• FY25 Juvenile Community Corrections Kansas Department of Corrections Grant approval
• Solid Waste Management Plan update

The Public Works and Safety Standing Committee approved two Kansas Department of Corrections grants for FY25: the Adult Community Corrections Grant (about $1.6M) and the Juvenile Community Corrections Grant (about $2.5M), both fast-tracked to the April 25, 2024, full commission meeting. The committee also reviewed the Solid Waste Management Plan annual update, which was for information only and included no proposed changes.

• Approved FY25 Adult Community Corrections KDOC Grant (~$1.6M), fast-tracked to April 25, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved FY25 Juvenile Community Corrections KDOC Grant (~$2.5M), fast-tracked to April 25, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 23, 2023 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:27 PM (5-0)

Administration & Human Services Standing Committee

The Public Works and Safety Committee approved two grant requests to the Kansas Department of Corrections for adult and juvenile community corrections programs, with no local match required, and fast-tracked them to the April 25 full commission meeting. The committee also received an informational update on the Solid Waste Management Plan. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved FY25 Adult Community Corrections KDOC grant (Tracking #2140), fast-tracked to April 25, 2024
• Approved FY25 Juvenile Community Corrections KDOC grant (Tracking #2142), fast-tracked to April 25, 2024
• Reviewed Solid Waste Management Plan update (Tracking #2138), information only

The Administration and Human Services Standing Committee approved a resolution authorizing the transfer of legal title for multiple properties from the Unified Government to the Kansas City Kansas Housing Authority. The properties, which the Housing Authority has operated and managed for decades, are mostly multi-family units in northeast Kansas City, Kansas. The committee also approved certifying $164,856 in costs for the 2024 presidential preference primary, which the state is expected to reimburse. Both items passed 5-0 and will move to the full commission on May 2nd.

• Approved resolution authorizing transfer of real estate title to Kansas City Kansas Housing Authority (5-0)
• Approved resolution certifying $164,856 in costs for 2024 presidential preference primary (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 23, 2023, and February 13, 2023 meetings (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas Juvenile Corrections Advisory Board is meeting via Zoom to review grant programs, including the Lowriding 2 Success Bike Club, Jegna Klub, Connections to Success, and One Circle. They will also review delinquency prevention grant recipients, discuss the FY2025 Juvenile Comprehensive Plan, and receive an outcomes report for FY2024. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the January 18, 2024 meeting.

• Review of JCAB grant programs: Lowriding 2 Success Bike Club, Jegna Klub, Connections to Success (Project START), One Circle
• Delinquency Prevention Grant Recipient Review
• FY2025 Juvenile Comprehensive Plan discussion
• FY2024 Q# Juvenile Plan Outcomes Report

The Wyandotte County Juvenile Justice Advisory Board (JCAB) unanimously approved the FY2025 Juvenile Comprehensive Plan, which is expected to receive the same KDOC funding as previous years ($2,506,227.84). The board also reviewed reports from funded programs and discussed the upcoming transition to in-person meetings.

• Approved FY2025 Juvenile Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from last meeting (unanimous)

Committee/Task Force

The Wyandotte County World Cup Readiness Task Force is holding a hybrid meeting on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and participation details, with no listed agenda items or decisions to be made.

• Hybrid meeting in 5th-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Zoom webinar available with Meeting ID 883 3835 3487

Committee/Task Force

The Government Efficiency Task Force of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a hybrid meeting on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 4:00 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, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th Street, Kansas City, KS
• Virtual participation via Zoom webinar (Meeting ID: 863 0250 8341, Passcode: 375017)

Committee/Task Force

The Unified Government Ethics Commission is meeting to review and potentially vote on proposed amendments to the UG Ethics Code, including items from the Mayor's Office. They will also swear in a new commissioner, review minutes, and discuss training and website updates.

• Swearing in of new Commissioner Paris Clark
• Review of February 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Ethics Code revisions and amendments
• Final consideration and potential vote on Ethics Amendments
• Executive session for personnel matters and legal opinions

The Ethics Commission officially swore in Commissioner Paris Clark and approved the minutes from February 15, 2024. The commission reviewed the status of ongoing Ethics Code revisions and reported on ethics training and complaint statistics.

• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

General

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, has scheduled a special session for a budget workshop. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format on April 18, 2024.

• Special session budget workshop

The Unified Government Commission held a budget workshop focused on reintroducing priority-based budgeting and reviewing county tax levy fund details. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was informational, covering the impact of machinery and equipment tax losses, BPU PILOT rate reduction scenarios, and departmental budgets. Commissioners requested additional data, including a copy of the presentation and further analysis on potential rate changes.

• No formal decisions made; workshop was informational
• Commissioners requested copy of priority-based budgeting presentation
• Commissioners requested analysis of residential-only BPU PILOT rate change
• Commissioners requested information on open job positions
• Commissioners discussed potential joint meeting with Bonner Springs and Edwardsville councils